After a flurry of activity, Lin Ye used a Holy Light Feather to take care of all the wounded still awaiting healing.

By the time the last wave of light feathers dissipated, most of the soldiers within the stronghold had fully recovered to their peak state.

Their Essence, Qi, and Spirit were even more invigorated than at the start!

In such a state, their combat strength would likely see a significant boost.

After casting the Holy Light Feather, Lin Ye was invited into the temporary command office.

"The current situation still poses some pressure for us, as Abyssal Demons are continuously emerging from the Otherworld rift." A commanding officer pointed to a red circle on the map.

The red circle marks the highest Level 80 Anomalous Spatial Rift in the area.

Particularly troublesome is that as long as this Spatial Rift remains, the surrounding Abyssal Demons will keep emerging without end.

Although the human defenders have hastily built fortifications, the pressure to defend in such circumstances is indeed great.

"The Alliance Army's expedition team has yet to send back any news."

"It's been nearly five days now; it doesn't look promising..."

"The enemy would surely dispatch a Demon General to obstruct the expedition team."

"Continuing to drag this out isn't a solution."

The generals in the office all wore frowns.

Although Lin Ye's arrival alleviated the pressure significantly, it still doesn't resolve the root of the problem.

Until this Level 80 Spatial Rift is eliminated, this stronghold cannot be considered truly secured.

Many turned their eyes to Liang Houyun, who stood beside Lin Ye.

However, Liang Houyun appeared absent-minded, using his little finger to clean his ear.

This slovenly and unimpressive middle-aged uncle look made it hard to imagine he was actually a Level 80 Holy Knight...

"Brother Liang!"

Lin Ye nudged Liang Houyun with his elbow.

Immediately, the latter reflexively stepped back, protecting his right side as he warily looked at Lin Ye.

"You brat! Are you trying to elbow me again?" Liang Houyun said.

Everyone present: "..."

What is going on?

Lin Ye rolled his eyes at Liang Houyun, dumbfounded by his antics.

"Are you interested in this Spatial Rift?" Lin Ye asked.

Liang Houyun frowned, looking at the map.

"The Painful Maze?" Seeing the name, he grimaced and said, "Such a place doesn't suit me!"

This Level 80 Alternate Space is quite famous for its difficulty at this level.

It's because of the existence of this space that the humans have been unable to reclaim this area.

It's not that the monsters within are highly powerful, nor are the bosses overwhelmingly strong...

Instead, the space, as its name suggests, is a maze.

It can't be conquered by brute strength alone...

That's why Liang Houyun remarked that this place wasn't suitable for him, as sheer force holds no meaning here.

If luck isn't on your side, no matter how high your combat value is, it's futile.

Historically, countless Professionals have dared to challenge this maze, but few have been lucky enough to escape.

As for successful challengers, there have been none.

If there were, the area wouldn't still be unclaimed.

Originally, the Alliance's leadership intended to establish a simple stronghold here, using it as a foothold to gradually clear out some of the easier-to-handle Alternate Spaces nearby.

Then, have the Strongest deal with sealing the maze Alternate Space by force.

This might provoke the Demon God, but at that level, it's a matter between the Strongest and the Demon God.

The prerequisite for all this is that humans must hold absolute control over this region first.

Before that, if humans dared to use power exceeding Level 80, it would lead to the Demon God's endless wrath...

Hearing Liang Houyun's words, the officers present were somewhat disappointed.

They had held hopes for Liang Houyun's arrival, but given his stance, they naturally hesitated to press further.

After all, for someone of Liang Houyun's status to come to support the Alliance Army was already commendable, how could the military dare to ask anything more?

"No worries, if we can't conquer the Otherworldly Maze, then as per the plan, holding onto this stronghold and plotting slowly is also viable," Yan Xun said.

The initial plan was to hold this position no matter what.

Such intense attacks, nearly at the outbreak level for Alternate Spaces, can't last indefinitely. At most, it would be another two or three months before they subside.

The casualties they'll endure during this period, however, are hard to predict.

The deployment of the expedition team was to aim for a quick resolution, but now it seems that hoping for swift results is futile, forcing them to adopt the tough approach of holding fast to the end.

The officers nodded in agreement with Yan Xun's assessment.

They had no better alternatives.

Historically, almost every settlement was built upon the flesh and blood of countless predecessors.

Reclaiming a livelihood from the grasp of abyssal forces without sacrifices is impossible.

"I mean... shall we try conquering this Alternate Space together?" Lin Ye spoke up again.

Liang Houyun was startled, pointing at himself in disbelief, "You mean, you and I go to conquer that maze?"

"Yes! Maybe I have a way to tackle the maze, but I'm not high enough level and need a bodyguard," Lin Ye said.

The officers present were wide-eyed and stunned by Lin Ye's words.

Liang Houyun reached out to feel Lin Ye's forehead, but Lin Ye slapped his hand away.

"Are you feverish, kid?" Liang Houyun retracted his hand, looking worried, concerned that Lin Ye had lost his senses to a fever.

"Stop with that nonsense, are you coming with me to try or not? I can guarantee I won't get lost in the maze!" Lin Ye insisted.

Liang Houyun was left speechless by Lin Ye, exasperated, "You guarantee you won't get lost in the maze, but what about me?"

"You can't even manage that? Really? Really?" Lin Ye spread his hands in disbelief.

Everyone present: "..."

Although Lin Ye's confidence hinted he might indeed have a means to protect himself...

But not everyone is as extraordinary as you!

Expecting others to meet your standards is a bit much, isn't it?

"Fine, I believe your nonsense, let's try then!" Liang Houyun finally agreed.

He might not conquer the maze but wouldn't be trapped either.

After all...

He was one of the few who had managed to escape alive from the maze.

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