The third level of the Demon Abyss.
Ye Qiubai and the others continued downwards.
Looking up, all that could be seen was a sliver of black sky.
They had lost track of how long they had been walking.
In this place, time is of the essence.
You must concentrate fully on your surroundings to avoid being ambushed by Devil Beast!
However, even so, it remains unfathomably deep.
These steps seemed to have no end.
It's despair-inducing.
Some people in the team started to have second thoughts!
Some even suggested, "Why don't we go up? Who knows how long it will take to walk like this!"
How many people have died on this road?
There's no hope!
Mu Qingqing remained composed, though she continued to try to reassure the troops.
But.
As time went on, the team suffered losses.
The stairs still seem endless.
The inspiring words that tried to reassure the troops were slowly losing their effectiveness...
Mu Fusheng looked around and said gravely, "The situation is not good. If this continues, I'm afraid some people might really desert the group."
Ye Qiubai nodded and said, "Such things are unavoidable. After all, this staircase is indeed a bit strange, and it's hard for people with a weak State of Mind to persevere."
Shi Sheng asked worriedly, "Isn't there a solution?"
Mu Fusheng thought for a moment, then said solemnly, "At this moment, there are only two options."
"First, speed up and reach the bottom quickly. Of course, this method can be discarded."
"And the second type is iron-fisted suppression!"
"Since they're afraid, let's make an example of them, instill fear in them in another way, and thus distract them from their fear of this Demon Abyss!"
Ye Qiubai nodded.
This is a good approach.
But who will do it?
Mu Fusheng?
That won't work.
He is the heir to the next emperor.
If you do something like that, once you get out...
This could potentially cause unrest among the people.
What is the point of being an emperor if you cannot even unite the hearts of the people?
Mu Qingqing?
That won't work either.
Similarly, Mu Qingqing is someone who holds military power.
As for Ye Qiubai and Shi Sheng, they do not possess such strength.
It should be noted that among them were some experts at the Spirit Division Realm, as well as many at the Emperor Realm!
With so many people, Ye Qiubai and Shi Sheng naturally couldn't accomplish this with their current strength.
At this moment.
Mu Fusheng looked at the golden-armored commander.
He then went over and explained what had happened.
The golden-armored commander's expression was grave as he asked, "Your Highness, is this feasible?"
"If we become too ruthless, the double fear might trigger a desperate counterattack from them."
"If that's the case, then this operation will truly be over."
Mu Fusheng shook his head and said, "So, I'll have to trouble you with this."
The golden-armored commander was slightly taken aback.
Mu Fusheng continued to explain, "This role of the 'black face' needs to be played by you."
"And I, when things reach a certain point, will stand up and stop you."
Upon hearing this, the golden-armored commander understood.
However, the commander did not refuse, but smiled and said, "Your Highness, when the Emperor initially designated you as the next successor, I objected, feeling that your personality was not suitable for becoming the Emperor and sitting on the throne."
"But now it seems that I was wrong."
Mu Fusheng patted the golden-armored commander on the shoulder and said, "It's nothing, you're only thinking of the imperial court, I understand."
The golden-armored commander smiled and nodded, then said in a solemn tone, "Your Highness, please be careful, I will act immediately."
For the Golden Armor Commander
He was a member of the Imperial Guard directly under the Emperor Mu Zhengting.
It can be said that he is not under the jurisdiction of anyone except Mu Zhengting!
Therefore, the expressions and schemes of others had no effect on him.
This role with the dark complexion is perfectly suited for the Golden Armor Commander.
At this moment.
Another cultivator at the Early-Stage Spirit Division Realm said with a grim expression, "Your Highness, let's retreat. At this rate, let alone whether we can reach the bottom."
Even if we make it, we'll be completely exhausted!
Above the steps, the Spiritual Qi is blocked, and there is no replenishment of Spiritual Qi in the air. Everything can only be Spiritual Qi by taking pills.
If things continue like this, it really won't last much longer.
After all, the supply of elixirs is limited.
Upon hearing this,
This immediately garnered support from some people!
Mu Qingqing's expression also turned ugly.
If we let them continue, the consequences will be unimaginable!
Just as Mu Qingqing was about to say something...
The golden-armored commander roared, "Shut up, all of you!"
"Want to go up? Sure, anyone who tries to escape from here will be treated as a deserter."
"As for the consequences of desertion, I think I don't need to elaborate, do I?"
Upon hearing this,
Some people were immediately stunned.
The Nascent Spirit Division Realm expert also looked grim, saying, "But in the current situation, continuing will only lead to our deaths!"
"Since both paths lead to certain death, why not choose a more hopeful one?"
"Oh?"
The golden-armored commander raised his eyebrows and looked at the Nascent Spirit Division Realm expert. He took a step forward and flicked his spear!
A burst of Spear Intent detached from the spear tip and pierced towards the Nascent Spirit Division Realm expert!
The person at the Nascent Spirit Division Realm paled in surprise.
He hadn't expected the Golden Armored Commander to act so decisively!
And it was a deadly move!
Immediately deploy the defensive barrier!
However, how could someone who was only at the Early-Stage Spirit Division Realm possibly be a match for a golden-armored commander who Half-Step Dao Integration?
The barrier was instantly pierced by the sharp Spear Intent!
Immediately, it pierced directly through the forehead of this Nascent Spirit Division Realm cultivator!
A bloody hole appeared between his eyebrows.
The Nascent Spirit Division Realm expert's eyes widened.
His eyes gradually became lifeless.
Immediately afterwards, his body fell uncontrollably downwards, tumbling down the stairs.
Falling into an endless abyss...
Everyone watched this scene with grave and grim expressions.
The golden-armored commander, spear in hand, spoke in a cold, emotionless voice, "Anyone else wanting to desert? Go ahead and try."
This moment.
No one dared to utter another sound.
The golden-armored commander is currently the strongest member of the team.
No one can rival him!
Faced with this.
People with this kind of thinking can only helplessly bow their heads...
At this time.
Mu Fusheng also stepped forward, gesturing with his hand, and said, "Alright, alright, our goal now is to thwart the plans of the Extraterrestrial Evil Race, not to kill each other here!"
"Although things are very difficult now, what will happen to the Boundless Realm if we retreat and the Evil Race's plan succeeds?"
"At that time, they still won't escape death!"
Everyone fell silent.
"However, if we successfully thwart the Evil Race's plan, not only will we be able to protect the Boundless Realm, but I, the prince, will also personally petition the emperor to request a generous reward for you!"
Playing the good cop/bad cop.
It's a bit old-fashioned.
However, it still has some effect.