The prelude to the great battle began.
In places unseen by most, a group of powerhouses started to hold back the invading enemy.
This was a legion within the alien beast army specifically tasked with breaking formations. They had been discovered and were being held back by the Controllers.
Inside the base, the great generals were honing their weapons and horses, ordering the troops to rest well, preparing for the great war that was about to commence.
The adventurer groups and great family legions arriving from all over also began their preparations.
Compared to the regular army, these individuals were more focused on seeking personal gain.
Going to the battlefield would earn them military merits, which could be exchanged for various rare items in the merit store.
These were items normally considered treasures, almost impossible to find on the market, but now, these precious treasures were within reach.
No one was unmoved!
Especially for these adventurers who lived life on the edge.
At this moment, at the human central base, a large adventurer group was preparing.
This adventurer group was called the 'Four Seasons Flower Adventurer Group', and its leader was a sexy young woman.
She strode through the crowd with her long legs.
The numerous members dared not look too much; this beauty was powerful and not to be trifled with.
She announced loudly, "We, the Four Seasons Flower Adventurer Group, are among the top-ranked adventurer teams. We have a total of thirty thousand members! This time, I have brought all of you out, and I hope you will not disappoint me!"
"For humanity, all of you, pull yourselves together!"
Upon hearing this, the crowd curled their lips. Was it appropriate for an adventurer to utter such righteous words?
Adventurers lived lives of peril, fighting alien races and fierce beasts their entire lives. As for human righteousness?
In their hearts, it was something used to fool children.
Most of them didn't care much. At worst, if humanity was destroyed, they could flee to other human worlds and still live comfortably.
Unfortunately, they didn't know that the alien beasts would not let them escape so easily.
Moreover, even if they escaped to other worlds, they would face passive situations, such as being forcibly conscripted as cannon fodder or as raw materials for sacrificing to gods.
Bu Xin sneered, "All of you, get your act together! If we fail this time, do you think you'll have any retreat?"
Someone disbelievingly said, "Boss Bu, we're participating in this battle purely for military merits. Don't try to fool us with talk of righteousness. If it's about righteousness, we people, with our mediocre talents and strength only barely reaching the seventh or eighth tier, are no match for those in the academies. Why? Because our resources are not the same!"
"I'm not resentful of this unfairness, but you don't have to ask us to fight for righteousness, do you?"
The crowd nodded repeatedly. Their thoughts were simple: benefit, and they're in; no benefit, and they scatter. This was the reality for most adventurers.
Bu Xin snorted.
"Go and see for yourselves, the entire base is surrounded. Do you still want to escape? You wish!"
Upon hearing this, the crowd was instantly shocked.
They quickly flew up to survey their surroundings and indeed found the entire base surrounded.
Furthermore, some alien beasts had bypassed them and were heading to attack the defense line of the Supreme Academy.
At this moment, the crowd broke out in a cold sweat, instantly realizing that humanity was truly at a critical juncture.
Some felt a pang of sorrow, gritted their teeth, clenched their fists, and said, "Boss Bu, tell us what to do. We'll listen to you!"
Some stepped forward, while others retreated.
But at this moment, everyone felt a sense of sadness.
This was followed by anger!
Although they usually scoffed at human righteousness and spoke of it lightly, when it came to the survival of the race, most people were filled with righteous indignation.
They wished they could kill all the enemy!
"Very good. Think about your families. You might escape, but what about your families?"
"Enough talk. Rest for a while. The high-ranking officials are currently engaged in a magical duel. Once they determine the victor, it will be time for the war to begin!"
"Sit down and rest!"
Upon hearing this, the crowd felt the impending storm and saluted, "Yes!"
Similar scenes were unfolding in various factions.
Some possessed a sense of righteousness, some were wavering, and some were entertaining thoughts of retreat.
However, when they thought of the long-coveted treasures in the merit store, they could not remain calm and were filled with righteous indignation, cheering themselves on!
"I'm going to the battlefield to kill the alien races!"
"I share an irreconcilable hatred with the alien races and alien beasts. Until I kill them all, my heart will not be at peace!"
"Kill, kill, kill! For human righteousness!"
In fact, many people chanting these slogans would end up brainwashing themselves, suddenly feeling their chests filled with rage and their blood boiling.
The Elder looked down and saw this scene, chuckling, "It took quite an effort for those group leaders to ignite their fervor. Wu Qi, grant each of them ten thousand merits!"
"Yes, Elder!" Wu Qi, as the secretary, was always by the Elder's side. He quickly noted this down, intending to execute it when he had free time.
The Elder asked, "What is the situation of the battle?"
Wu Qi reported, "Elder, the Controllers have successfully eliminated the invading enemies!"
"Hmm, let the Controllers remain there. Holding the formation is the top priority."
"Yes!"
"By the way, what is the situation on the southeastern battlefield?"
"Elder, we have received the latest news that a full-scale war has erupted there. With the protection of the Third Legion of the Blood Dragon Army, there have been no problems so far. Both sides are in a stalemate."
The Elder sighed and looked into the distance, in the direction of the southeastern battlefield.
The two bases were not too far apart. Although he could not see the situation over there, the occasional flashes of light filled him with concern.
"May the southeastern battlefield remain safe, otherwise the central battlefield will face even greater pressure!"
"Elder, shall we send reinforcements to the southeastern battlefield?"
"Do we have any reserve forces?"
"Yes, Elder, do you remember the Triangle Tribe?"
The Triangle Tribe was the first Blue Star race to be annihilated by alien beasts, and the Elder had a deep impression of them.
"Where is this Triangle Tribe currently?"
"They are at the central base!"
"Transmit my order to have them go and reinforce the southeastern battlefield. After all, this Triangle Tribe is still somewhat weak and will not serve much purpose on the main battlefield."
"Yes, Elder, I will prepare immediately!"
"Is there anything else?"
"Elder, this is the latest enemy intelligence. Please take a look!"
"My head is already spinning. I don't have time to read documents. Read it to me," the Elder said.
Wu Qi nodded, opened the file, and read, "Currently, on our main battlefield, in addition to the alien beast race, there are three other alien races acting as vanguards. We will first face these native alien races."
"These three races are the Wolf-Head Tribe, the Cave-Dweller Tribe, and the Bone-Vein Tribe. Two other races, the Tiger-Head Tribe and the Thousand Feather Tribe, are on the southeastern battlefield."
"The three races facing our central base are numerous, with each tribe numbering no less than ten million. Although their quality varies, we should still be cautious, as our true enemy is the alien beasts behind them."
"It is strongly advised to preserve our strength and not let the alien beasts' schemes succeed!"
The Elder nodded upon hearing this and pointed forward, saying, "The situation is very grim now, but we cannot back down. Do they show any signs of attacking?"
"Not for the time being, Elder!"
"We can't always let them attack us. We must also take the initiative. Transmit my orders to the Blood Dragon Army's assault team to descend the mountain and launch an attack to curb their arrogance."
"The Elder is wise!"