There is a saying that the real World Tree begins at level 20.

According to information obtained by Linda, it wasn't just Roger who was injured on the 20th floor; Aragah, the leader of the Heart Adventurers in Red Peach City, was also in critical condition.

Unlike previous Greater Rifts, the 20th, 25th, and 30th Greater Rifts are located in the same "world," but are divided into different areas based on the number of floors.

A barrier formed by the goddess's divine power separates adventurers of three different levels.

The secret realms on levels 20-30 are collectively known as the "Ten Thousand Mountains".

One hundred thousand mountain peaks, each one hiding monsters and leaders!

There are no resource areas there where you can safely gather materials.

The fact that a weak person can enter the 20th floor is itself a "resource".

The Holy Rock Adventure Team, having spent over a decade navigating the 20th floor, is quite experienced and very familiar with the terrain.

Linda couldn't help but wonder what had happened.

"Because of a miracle."

Rochelle replied.

He subconsciously touched his right arm, but there was nothing there. He paused for a moment, then his mood turned somewhat heavy.

"Just as I thought." Linda and Eike exchanged glances, thinking to themselves at the same time.

Recalling that day, a hint of fear appeared in Rochelle's eyes, and he said:

"I watched as a miraculous ball of light fell into the valley, and the Holy Rock happened to be very close to it."

I was overjoyed, thinking I'd struck gold.

However, when they led their group there, they were ambushed by demon adventurers!

"These bastards deliberately hoarded the miracle orb, waiting for us to walk right into their trap!"

I'm not afraid of confronting monsters head-on, but I'm afraid of a group of demons lurking in the grass!

“What are their characteristics?” Linda asked in a deep voice.

"That group of people is from the [Masked Ball] Adventure Group."

Rochelle said, "This isn't the first time we've fought against them at Holy Rock, but we've lost every time. We've never even seen their captain!"

There were seven people who ambushed the sacred rock in the valley this time.

They wore horn masks, and on their right cheeks were different suits from playing cards.

The leader of the seven was a man.

On the right side of the mask, there is a gray clown.

Based on this, it can be inferred that this person is likely the deputy regimental commander.

Rochelle gritted his teeth in frustration and said, "That guy is really strong. His greatsword is fierce and domineering. I was no match for him at all. I lost an arm in just three moves. And that was only because the team members risked their lives to cover for me and we got lucky."

After hearing this, Linda and Aike looked incredulous.

Defeat Roger in three moves?

Was Rochelle able to escape, or did he rely on the cover provided by his comrades?

Even so, the other party was only the vice-leader of the [Masquerade Ball].

The real leader remains hidden behind the scenes.

The strength of this adventure team is rather terrifying!