The common people knew nothing about the Abyss invasion, but the news could no longer be contained. With the Holy Spirit Cult stirring up trouble in secret, panic was indeed spreading among the populace.
"We can hold a large-scale event to divert the common people's attention. It would be best if we could also showcase the Federation's strength and give them confidence."
The others all approved of Guan Yue's proposal.
"Then let's hold the Star Dou Net All-Federation Challenge ahead of schedule. It can both divert attention and demonstrate the strength of the younger generation. At the same time, it can serve as a warm-up before these young people fight the Abyss."
"Mm, that's a good idea. The front lines are still relatively stable, and it is time for Shrek's students to return and rest up."
And so, the upper echelons of the Douluo Continent finalized the matter.
What followed was overwhelming publicity, and the results were quite good. Most common people had their attention drawn to the upcoming Star Luo Net All-Federation Challenge.
Lan Hong and the others naturally learned of this as well, but Lan Hong neither approved nor disapproved.
This method of diverting attention was not bad, but during wartime, diverting attention was hardly a good idea.
It would lower people's vigilance. If something unexpected happened, the consequences would be unimaginable.
The Abyss had managed to open a passage in the Extreme North Land. Could it not open passages elsewhere?
If the Abyss opened passages in major cities like Heaven Dou City, Star Luo City, or Shrek City and unleashed countless Abyssal creatures, the deaths and sacrifices would be unimaginable.
This was not unfounded worry. In truth, the Abyss was planning exactly that.
Lan Hong and the others had not been idle during this time. The reason