I gain permanent defense when attacked; even gods and demons can't hurt me.

On one hand, they have to face these high-intensity monsters, and on the other hand, they have to be wary of the joint attack by the Free Federation and the Sakura Kingdom.

This experience was actually extremely difficult.

But now?

Looking at the "human fortress" sitting in the middle drinking water, Lei Xiao felt that this time it was a sure thing.

An indestructible barrier, truly living up to its name!

The next morning.

War Academy, Teleportation Plaza.

As dawn broke, Lin Yuan and his six companions had already assembled, fully armed.

In front of the enormous teleportation array stood not only a serious-looking instructor named Su Ya, but also an elderly man with white hair dressed in an ancient robe.

He was holding an ordinary-looking wooden staff and adjusting the array nodes on the ground.

Lin Yuan's eyes flickered.

Omniscient and Omnipotent, activate!

However, this time, the feedback he received surprised him.

Name: Mo Tianji

[Level: lv67]

[Other information: Unable to detect (level difference too large)]

"A level 67 expert?!" Lin Yuan's heart skipped a beat.

His current level of omniscience and omnipotence is level 3, which allows him to see through information up to 40 levels higher than him, while this old man is clearly not among them.

While the old man was adjusting the formation, Lin Yuan quietly approached Su Ya and asked in a low voice, "Teacher Su, there's something I want to ask you."

Lin Yuan's eyes flickered, with a hint of probing: "Tell me, during this training, if we're not careful—I mean, if we accidentally slip up and kill all those people on the other side..."

"Will our country, or rather our university, be affected by international public opinion?"

"For example, causing diplomatic disputes or something?"

Su Ya turned her head and looked at Lin Yuan's expression that said, "I want to do something bad but I'm afraid of being scolded by my parents," and sighed helplessly.

She pulled Lin Yuan aside, away from the others, and said in a low voice:

"Lin Yuan, listen carefully, I'm going to tell you something first."

"Legendary professions are strategic resources for the future, both for schools and the country, and are the focus of protection."

"Generally speaking, in peacetime, or when there is no deep-seated hatred between them."

There's an unwritten rule among nations: leave room for maneuver in times of need, so you can meet again in the future.

"If we win, we can humiliate them and extort resources, but we won't easily kill them."

At this point, Su Ya's eyes suddenly turned cold: "But!"

"The default is just the default; in fact, all these years, these bastards have never really followed it."

"Especially in recent years, with the rise of our China, some countries have become anxious."

"The number of times they've resorted to underhanded tactics is countless!"

Su Ya looked at Lin Yuan, her tone carrying a hint of murderous intent: "So, what the higher-ups mean is, 'I will not offend others unless they offend me.'"

"But if they dare to make a move, or if the situation becomes critical and you really have to kill someone."

Su Ya made a throat-slitting gesture, her voice as cold as ice: "We can't leave any evidence!"

"Make the scene look like they were attacked and killed by high-level monsters on the island, if possible."

"Or perhaps they died from infighting over the spoils."

"Do you understand?"

"As long as there is no direct evidence, we have a solid reason to stand up!"

"Even if they cause a huge uproar, we will only express our 'deepest regret'."

After hearing these words, a cruel yet excited smile slowly crept onto Lin Yuan's lips.

He nodded emphatically: "Understood, Teacher Su. Don't worry, I know how to destroy evidence."

Just then, Mo Tianji finished his adjustments and turned around.

He handed each of Lin Yuan and the other six a gem that emitted a pale blue light.

The voice was old yet gentle: "Children, this is a fixed-point teleportation stone. If you encounter unforeseen circumstances or need to evacuate after completing the mission..."

"Crush it."

"It will activate instantly and bring you back here."

Old Mo gave them a deep look, especially at Lin Yuan: "Besides that, this is also a life-saving charm."

"When you receive a fatal blow, it will automatically trigger a spatial shield to save your lives and forcibly teleport you back."

"Although this means losing the right to compete."

"But remember! To live is the greatest victory."

"Go, for the sake of China!"

As Elder Mo's staff fell, the massive teleportation array erupted with dazzling white light, instantly engulfing Lin Yuan and his group of six.

Space distortion.

Target—Azure Island!

It was accompanied by a strong sense of spatial vertigo.

As the white light faded from view, a salty, damp sea breeze, carrying a strong spiritual energy and mixed with the fishy smell of rotting vegetation, suddenly filled my nostrils.

"vomit"

Zhang Lie and Su Qing, who were physically weaker, turned pale and almost vomited.

"alert!!"

The dragon spear in Lei Xiao's hand instantly burst into flames as he warily scanned his surroundings.

Only then did everyone see their surroundings clearly; it was a vast and eerie primeval jungle.

Unlike the greenery outside, the vegetation here has an eerie deep blue hue.

The giant blue ferns are several meters tall, and their vines, like lurking venomous snakes, hang all over the treetops.

In the distance, the roar of the sea and the chilling howls of beasts could be faintly heard from the depths.

"This is Azure Island." Tang Yu gripped his longbow tightly, his eyes grave. "Just as the intelligence said, the natural energy here is three times that of the outside world. Monsters that grow in this environment will have significantly higher attributes than dungeon monsters of the same level!"

In the distance, the roar of the sea and the chilling howls of beasts could be faintly heard from the depths.

"This is Azure Island." Tang Yu gripped his longbow tightly, his eyes grave. "Just as the intelligence said, the natural energy here is three times that of the outside world. Monsters that grow in this environment will have significantly higher attributes than dungeon monsters of the same level!"

However, Tang Yu had not finished speaking.

"rustle"

A very faint, almost imperceptible rustling sound suddenly came from the bushes behind them.

That kind of sound can only be detected by the most skilled hunters.

"Enemy attack at 6 o'clock rear!!"

Tang Yu's pupils contracted sharply, and as he shouted a warning, the arrow in his hand had already left the bowstring!

"Whoosh!"

The arrow pierced the grass, but missed its target!

"So fast!!"

Tang Yu's expression changed.

next second.

"roar!!!"

A bloody storm is brewing!

Three bluish-black afterimages shot out from the shadows like ghosts!

Their speed was so great that they even left afterimages in the air.

They ignored the powerful auras of Lei Xiao and Lin Yuan in the front row, and instead displayed extremely high hunting intelligence, directly pouncing on Zhang Lie and Su Qing, who were being protected in the middle!

Lin Yuan's eyes flickered, and he instantly saw the attacker's true identity.

【Name: Azure Ghost-Faced Leopard】

[Level: lv39]

Attack Power: 4200

[Skills: Stealth, Armor Penetration, Rapid Assault]

"A level 39 high-agility assassin monster?!"

"This speed is even faster than the mantis from before!"

At this point, it was too late for Lei Xiao to return and provide assistance.

"Zhang Lie! Resist the Ring of Fire!!"

Actually, Lei Xiao didn't need to remind him.

As a battle-hardened mage, Zhang Lie reacted instinctively the moment he sensed the murderous aura behind him.