Published: March 2, 2025
As the three people and one dog ventured deeper, the faint ethereal light ahead gradually became brighter until they reached the source of the glow, at which point Fang Bai finally stopped.
"We're here."
A low voice sounded as the one-eyed man gazed ahead, where a faint light wall stood tall, blocking their path forward.
"The dimensional maze, one of the defensive measures set at the source extraction device's preset location... After all this time, these demonic clans are still using these methods," Fang Bai sighed, sensing the probing gaze of the one-eyed man, and then slowly explained.
"The dimensional maze is the strongest defensive measure of the source extraction device and one of the internal defense mechanisms. This is a large-scale spatial warfare tool replicated by the demonic clan based on the principles derived from treasure land. Generally speaking, at the location where the source extraction device descends, the demonic clan will set up two defensive measures: the outer layer is defended by powerful armies and fortresses, while inside is this dimensional maze."
"The demonic clan can also enter and exit the dimensional maze, so the Kory and the ancient demon glory team you mentioned are likely waiting for us inside."
After saying this, Fang Bai glanced around briefly and then shook his head lightly.
"It seems the intel was accurate; this shouldn't be the final location. There are no armies on the outside, and not enough strong individuals inside the dimensional maze."
Upon hearing this, Ye Nan hesitated and asked, "What about the Rift Device? Is it inside?"
Fang Bai nodded, "The Rift Device is not as rare as the source extraction device. Though this is only one of the backup locations, it should have a Rift Device present."
Listening to their exchange, the one-eyed man became puzzled—compared to Fang Bai, Ye Nan seemed more eager about the Rift Device.
Fang Bai quickly interrupted the one-eyed man's thoughts and reminded him again, "The space inside the dimensional maze is chaotic and resembles a large space made up of countless small spaces stitched together. It's easy to lose your direction in there, let alone find an exit or the Rift Device. So, stay close to me and be sure not to fall behind; if you do, I estimate you won't be able to find me again."
"Tch."
Facing Fang Bai's contempt, the one-eyed man sneered but obediently ran to Fang Bai's side.
Looking at the entrance of the dimensional maze that radiated a soft glow, Fang Bai's expression became increasingly steady as he raised his right hand, slowly adjusting the watch on his wrist, and then stepped into the dimensional maze.
The others immediately followed.
...
As they crossed through the ethereal barrier, the one-eyed man felt as though he had penetrated a layer of watery film, and then a sensation of spinning overwhelmed him. He stumbled for a moment before finally regaining his balance from the dizziness of the teleportation.
Fang Bai teased with a smirk, "What's wrong, brother dog? Had too much to drink?"
"Pfft."
The one-eyed man spat a couple of times, finally understanding the pain of a professional traversing through treasure land—it felt like a hangover exploding all at once. He couldn't help but wonder how those with weak willpower managed to endure it.
"After all, it's a defective product; the side effects of spatial teleportation are far worse than those of treasure land. You're still doing okay; look over there, those two guys are vomiting all over the place too."
The one-eyed man turned his head to see Ye Nan and Zhang Shaojie with pale faces, evident stains at the corners of their mouths.
With this comparison, the one-eyed man felt much more balanced...
Fang Bai raised his watch again and said, "Let's take a ten-minute break to recover."
Everyone's condition was indeed poor, and it was a stroke of luck that the demonic clan hadn't seized the opportunity to ambush them.
...
Ten minutes passed in the blink of an eye, and the discomfort of Ye Nan and the one-eyed man dissipated. Seeing this, Fang Bai immediately stood up, comparing the watch on his wrist while stepping forward into the depths.