Freedom City, East 7th Street.
The Star Empire's royal family rented the entire street at a great cost, using it as the base of the 079 Star Region in this area.
On ordinary days, most of the local star region lords and professionals who are active in the Abyss Battlefield will team up, trade, and resupply here.
But at this moment, the whole street was shrouded in gloom, and the gods all looked rather unwell.
"Those bastards in Universe Six are going too far. They're always targeting us and stealing our monsters. My level nine advancement mission has been delayed for two months."
"Stop talking. I can't swallow this insult and I'm going to take action. All the god-level subordinates I managed to gather are dead. If I hadn't brought a return scroll, they probably would have been wiped out there."
"Yes, if this continues, we won't be able to earn any points at all, and we'll only fall further and further behind."
A deity's complaint resonated with many, and everyone joined in with their own complaints.
At this moment, inside an attic on the street.
An imposing old man quietly watched the noisy gods, looking somewhat weary.
"Lord Luohe, is there really no other way?"
Behind him, a follower couldn't help but ask.
The old man shook his head.
"Lord Nie of the Starsea Clan has personally declared that lords above the 20th floor must not fight each other. As for those below the 20th floor, unless a major upheaval occurs, the Alliance of All Realms will not intervene."
"Moreover, those people from the sixth universe are very cunning. They don't take the initiative to attack, but only use special abilities to steal monsters. It's also difficult for our allies from other star systems to help us."
"We can only wait. After the three of them lost the Star Domain Abyss Trial, their survival points were greatly depleted, and they want to use this to threaten the Empire into sharing the burden."
Upon hearing this, the attendant's expression darkened.
Since the end of the fifteenth Abyss Trial, the three star regions of the Sixth Universe have been relentlessly targeting Star Region 079.
One against three, and given that his own foundation was not as deep as his opponent's, it was almost a one-sided crushing defeat.
Although if we just wait, the enemy will eventually collapse on their own, the lords of Starfield 079 will also be worn down by then.
"Alas, what a pity. If only His Highness the Third Prince were still on the nineteenth floor, with him around, at least the three major star regions wouldn't dare to go too far."
"At most, he can only handle one faction." Luo He shook his head slightly.
He was well aware of the strength of his juniors. They would not fall behind in a one-on-one fight against any of the other forces' top talents, but they would be struggling against multiple opponents.
"To break this deadlock, unless..."
"What?" The attendant's eyes suddenly lit up.
"Unless there is a lord whose strength is comparable to that of a lord above the 30th level of the Abyss."
"And he must have never taken the Abyss Trial before."
"It has to be from our star system."
“That’s impossible.” The attendant said with a wry smile, “To reach the 30th level of the Abyss, you need a large number of high-grade god-level relatives. It’s simply impossible for a new lord to do that without points to exchange for treasures from the Multiverse Shop.”
“Yes, so it’s a paradox…” Luo He sighed.
Suddenly, the teleportation point below lit up.
"Huh, is this the newbie teleportation point? Has a new lord arrived?"
"Coming at this time is really unlucky; we won't be able to complete the promotion task at all."
The gods on the street looked over with some pity.
Normally, some kind-hearted deities might even take the initiative to guide newcomers through the first few levels.
But now, everyone is struggling to survive.
The light faded.
A handsome young man appeared in the formation, followed by two stunningly beautiful holy beings and a vengeful girl.
"Such a powerful aura, and he's just a lower-level god... Wait, this is Jiang Yan!"
"He arrived at the Abyss Battlefield so quickly?"
"Jiang Yan is here. Where is he? Let me see."
One by one, the gods crowded over.
Although the current predicament of Starfield 079 is inextricably linked to Jiang Yan's actions during the fifteenth trial, it was also a fight for the entire starfield.
Those present were at least lower-level god-level powerhouses, so naturally they wouldn't be so narrow-minded as to take their anger out on the heroes and geniuses of their own star field.
On the other side...
After adapting to the slight dizziness from the transmission.
Jiang Yan looked up and saw dozens of gods staring straight at him. His heart skipped a beat, and he subconsciously took out the Heavenly Calamity.
Seeing this, Anna and Loshia immediately unleashed their holy light.
Sheena excitedly took down the longbow.
"Wait, Jiang Yan! We mean no harm." Everyone quickly explained when they saw the situation.
"That's how it is..."
A deity stepped forward and explained the whole story.
"I see."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Yan said with some apology, "It's because of me that you've all been implicated."
In my previous life, the erosion penalty related to reality only appeared after the twentieth Abyss Trial.
And unlike this time, the outcome was not so one-sided; all parties were relatively restrained.
It shouldn't have come to this point, where ordinary lords throughout the entire 079 star system don't even dare to go to the Abyss Battlefield.
"Not at all. If it weren't for your heroic efforts, we would be the ones being driven to the brink of despair now."
"That's right, but Brother Jiang, I suggest you go to the battlefield only when you are absolutely certain of success, otherwise they will definitely target you."
Several deities offered their advice.
"Thank you all, I understand."
Jiang Yan nodded and asked to confirm:
"So, the group from Universe 6 is now using special abilities to lure the abyssal monsters there, right?"
“That’s right. We either have to suffer in silence, or if we dare to resist, the people from those three star systems will join forces against us. And because we made the first move, our allies from the other star systems can’t easily intervene.”
"A deity said indignantly."
"Understood, everyone. Rest assured, since this matter originated from me, I will resolve it myself."
Jiang Yan narrowed his eyes slightly.
He already had a basic understanding of the situation.
In the Abyss Battlefield, the higher the level, the greater the difficulty.
Most lords and professionals are only strong enough to venture into the lower levels.
This has led to a shortage of manpower in the Abyss Battlefield above level 20, while the Battlefield below level 20 has a serious surplus of personnel.
Especially floors 1-10, which account for almost 90% of the total number of lords.
Even though monsters keep emerging from the Abyss Battlefield, the supply still can't keep up with the demand.
After all, there are monster kill requirements for pushing higher levels, and some reward quests also require killing monsters.
Originally, it was an unspoken understanding among the people on the Abyss Battlefield that whoever encountered the monster horde first would claim it.
However, it's difficult to determine if the monsters actively attack in another direction.
Clearly, the people in Universe 6 are exploiting loopholes in the rules.
However, his ability to make sarcastic remarks...
Jiang Yan glanced at his title section and smiled wryly.
Now that we've gathered enough information, it's time to let them experience what it's like to have their monsters stolen.
He then said goodbye to those around him, took out the encyclopedia given to him by the guide, and silently recited:
"Please plan the shortest route for me to the mission hall."
The encyclopedia opened automatically, and a wisp of dark blue light extended out to guide the way.
Jiang Yan followed without hesitation.
Upon seeing this, the many gods' expressions shifted, but they did not stop them further.
Inside the attic on the street.
The attendant said anxiously, "Sir, Jiang Yan is heading to the Abyss Battlefield. Should we stop him? This situation is too dangerous."
"No need, just mail him a return scroll."
Luo He smiled slightly: "A lord who can pass the Dominator-level assessment naturally knows what he is doing."
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