Chapter 603: Chapter 596 Dispute

Array formations were something Chen Hai had no understanding of whatsoever.

The only thing he could do to break the Array was to rely on his formidable physique to brute force his way through.

Given the power of this Array, a single misstep in the Nine Realms Heavenly Tribulation would render anyone unable to resist, and they would be dead in an instant.

Wu Renxin and Fan Tong, taking advantage of their fierce strength, forced others to probe the Array, sacrificing over thirty people before they barely managed to clear a safe path and successfully pass through the grand Array to reach the palace complex.

This was achieved without interference and with the people probing the Array having a deep understanding of its mechanisms.

Strictly speaking, the cost wasn’t considered too high.

Perhaps, having endured the test of time, the grand Array shrouding the palace complex had faded to a mere fraction of its original power.

Otherwise, no matter how many lives were sacrificed, successfully navigating through the Array would have likely been impossible!

Although Chen Hai was physically strong, without any knowledge of Array formations, he had no confidence in withstanding the attacks of the grand Array merely with his physical body.

Like Wu Renxin and Fan Tong, using other people’s lives to probe the Array?

As a man of loyalty and righteousness, Chen Hai found such actions cruel, and he thought it best to leave such wicked deeds to Wu Renxin and Fan Tong!

He stayed back a bit and simply watched quietly from the sidelines.

Now, like this moment, wasn’t it better to simply take advantage of the safe route already established by others?

To maintain his own glorious image, even dealing with Wu Renxin and Fan Tong was momentarily put aside by Chen Hai.

Truth be told, during this period of breaking the Array, still, about twenty to thirty people had managed to reach the top of this mountain.

Half of them, quite unfortunate, hadn’t grasped the situation and had flown directly towards the palace complex.

Soon after, these unfortunate souls were forced by Wu Renxin and Fan Tong to join the ranks of cannon fodder probing the Array.

The others, more cautious, carefully approached the mountaintop and, realizing the situation was amiss, turned and fled.

These people were luckier. Wu Renxin and Fan Tong, being occupied with overseeing the cannon fodder and avoiding them during the probing of the Array, simply had no time to chase after them.

Like Chen Hai, there were surely others hiding in the vicinity of the mountain.

However, their strength was inferior, and their Cultivation Techniques for concealing themselves were nowhere near Chen Hai’s; even though hidden, they stayed far from the palace complex.

This way, they could avoid detection by Wu Renxin and Fan Tong as much as possible and flee at the first sign of trouble.

Naturally, Chen Hai had no such concerns. With his superior skills and boldness, where he hid was not far from the palace complex.

The moment the man in green robes successfully navigated the Array and burst into tears of joy, Chen Hai had already revealed himself and shot towards the inner parts of the Array.

Behind him, likewise, six or seven figures soared from their hiding spots, rushing towards the palace complex.

…

The entire palace complex, with its numerous large and small palaces, consisted of dozens of buildings.

Wu Renxin and Fan Tong hoped to monopolize everything within the complex.

However, the survivors from the various Sects were mostly Nine Realms Heavenly Tribulation survivors, numbering seven to eight.

The moment they got through the Array, these people each identified a palace and dashed towards their targets like lightning, scattering in all directions.

Fan Tong and Wu Renxin, powerful as they were and capable of killing these Nine Realms Heavenly Tribulation survivors one by one, would still need some time to do so.

Having them chase down others would inevitably lead to some negligence, and by the time they had killed a few, others might have already seized a tremendous opportunity and escaped.

Remember, the first man in green to get through the Array had already seized the lead and darted into a large hall the moment they entered.

“Brother Fan, you stand guard at the exit of this grand Array, strictly preventing anyone from entering or leaving.”

“Leave those fellows who have entered this place to me.”

“If we do find something valuable in these palaces, we can share it equally—what do you think?”

…

Upon seeing those individuals who had entered the Array with the two of them scatter in all directions, Wu Renxin and Fan Tong were filled with rage, their eyes reddening with urgency.

However, the two of them remained level-headed and knew what was the most advantageous choice for them.

The Array enveloping the palaces could only ensure a safe passage; it had not been completely broken.

Under normal circumstances, those outside wanting to enter, and those inside wishing to exit, would have to rely on this safe passage.

Guarding this exit, Wu Renxin and Fan Tong exchanged glances, with Wu Renxin tentatively starting the conversation.

“Brother Wu, your suggestion is good, but I think it would be more appropriate if we switched positions.”

“After all, I’m naturally a hard worker. Staying here quietly waiting for prey is extremely boring.”

“Killing and arson are what I enjoy the most. Let me put in the effort and go inside to finish off those vermin who just entered. What do you think?”

…

Significantly meaningful, Fan Tong laughed offhandedly.

What exactly was inside those palaces? No one could say for certain.

If it were merely treasures and such tangible things, then by killing those who have obtained those items, the treasures could fall into their hands.

But if the opportunities within were unique and intangible, or some unseen properties, then those guarding here would only be left staring, and that would be a considerable loss!

With the insight of Wu Renxin and Fan Tong, they naturally knew this.

Because of this reason, both had suggested that the other guard the location while they themselves would enter the palaces.

After all, everyone is selfish; even married couples would fly separately when disaster strikes. It was normal that Wu Renxin and Fan Tong, despite their strong friendship, would each have their own self-interests when faced with a great opportunity.

“Brother Fan, you and I have put in great effort to appear here through the Array; we absolutely cannot dress others in wedding garments.”

“Who knows if there is a way in those palaces to leave directly without passing through the Array?”

“One of us guarding here and the other entering the palace to kill and silence, this is definitely the best choice for us.”

“The more we delay, the more disadvantageous it is for us. Are you really certain that you do not wish to stay here and want to go inside?”

Wu Renxin’s expression darkened, showing clear displeasure as he stared directly at Fan Tong and asked harshly.

“Whether you’re willing to guard this place, I don’t care.”

“Anyway, I am definitely going inside to deal with those individuals and meticulously search those dozens of palaces.”

“If you have any grievances, that’s up to you.”

“At worst, let’s each do our part, and may each rely on his own skills to achieve something!”

Fan Tong was never a man of good temper.

Facing Wu Renxin’s questioning, he also lost his temper, dropping a few words before he dashed toward the largest and most majestic palace among the palace cluster.

“Damn it, Fan Tong. We’re from the same sect, only knowing how to seek personal gains, is there no sense of the bigger picture?”

“Fuck this, can’t we discuss matters properly? Just walking away like this, what does he intend to do?”

“Does he want me to give up this spot, allow those outside the Array to break in, and let those inside who have obtained opportunities escape?”

“If that’s the case, then fine, I won’t care anymore…”

Glaring at the silhouette of Fan Tong, which was almost disappearing in the distance, Wu Renxin felt so angry he wanted to stomp his feet.

Compared to the visible rare treasures, those intangible inheritances or other formless items were obviously more precious.

After a brief hesitation, he resolutely prepared to open up and enter the main palace group.

“Wu Renxin, just keep guarding this place; entering inside is utterly meaningless for you!” a sharp, cold voice reached Wu Renxin’s ears.

The next moment, a blurry figure shot out from within the Array and directly rushed forward.