The garrison of the Capital’s Abyss-Rending Army.

Shen Fei followed Meng Wan and others to this place, where dozens of people were already standing on the inner square.

From Tier Three to Tier Six, they all had solemn expressions and sharp eyes, clearly seasoned soldiers of numerous battles. 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

"There are four teams from Tier Three to Tier Six, all of whom will enter the Battle of Zhuolu, each possessing a unique profession."

From the high platform, Shen Fei used the [Piercing Heaven and Earth] of Stabbing Immortal to observe all the information below.

They were all divided into small teams.

"Marshal Meng has really given me a big challenge, does he want me to ensure these people’s survival in the Secret Realm?"

Meng Wan shook her head, "According to Marshal Meng’s orders, except for the commander and the two Vice Arbiters, everyone else is expendable, as long as it aligns with the commander’s will."

Shen Fei shook his head and said, "That’s unnecessary, I don’t have the habit of letting others sacrifice for me."

Su Muyu stood quietly next to him.

"Lord Walker, those words resonate with me."

At that moment, a figure descended from the sky, landing beside Shen Fei. Meng Wan and Lin Xiuya immediately saluted upon seeing the newcomer, "My Lord."

"I am Gao Ya, greeting Shen Xingzou."

"Lord Gao."

Shen Fei looked at the newcomer, a middle-aged man with a refined appearance, exuding an aura of elegance, wearing robes resembling ancient Confucians.

"Bookworm, are you rushing to reincarnate by running so fast?!"

Then, a spirited female voice rang out, followed by a heavy thud.

A woman in armor clasped a gigantic spear as tall as an average person.

With a spirited countenance and piercing eyes, she would be hard to distinguish as male or female if not for her slightly gentle features.

"Lord Walker, they call me Wu Zhao, just tell me if there’s anything you need."

Wu Zhao nodded, then turned to Gao Ya and said coldly, "Running fast to curry favor?"

"Uncultured. As the ancestors said, only..."

"If you spew nonsense again, I’ll pierce your mouth with my spear, do you believe me?"

Wu Zhao’s phoenix eyes widened, cutting Gao Ya’s words short, forcing him to swallow them back into his belly.

Shen Fei looked at Meng Wan, who also showed a trace of helplessness, and said, "These are the two Vice Arbiters, they’ve been working together for a long time, well, they’re kind of like a pair of bickering partners..."

"Just rivals, where’s the joy in it!"

Gao Ya was like a cat whose tail was stepped on, exploding with anger.

Wu Zhao also nodded, "If it weren’t for the national rules, I would have pierced this vile little man with a spear long ago."

"How am I vile?"

"You read ’Golden Lotus’..."

"Reading, that’s learning, besides, it’s not even mine..."

"If it’s not yours, is it mine then?"

Meng Wan quickly reminded as the two were about to argue again, "Both of you, the Breaking Abyss Army’s teams are still over there, mind your image."

Wu Zhao and Gao Ya quickly adjusted their demeanor, standing solemnly on either side of Shen Fei.

Shen Fei began to doubt whether these two Vice Arbiters could lead the team well.

Lin Xiuya whispered, "The two lords were famous at a young age and often dueled.

They were recruited by the nation early, with hearts of pure devotion.

Yet, they do have competence.

Take Lord Confucian Emperor, many national strategies consult his opinions, but whenever he encounters the Divine Spear Emperor.

It easily leads to... the commander understands."

Gao Ya spoke in a mild tone, "Lin Xiuya, I heard you badmouthing me."

"Don’t speak until Lord Walker speaks."

Wu Zhao snorted coldly.

Shen Fei smiled and said, "No need to be so serious."

Suddenly, Meng Wan said, "Commander, there is a projection access from Marshal."

"Marshal?"

Shen Fei nodded, seems like instructions are coming.

A large virtual projection appeared in the square, revealing Meng Zhengguo within it.

"Greetings, Commander."

The Breaking Abyss Army below immediately saluted, their voices resonating like a bell.

"Mm, Shen Fei."

"Present."

"This time the team is entrusted to you, the two Vice Arbiters are merely there to assist you, I’ve already learned the specifics from Luo Ran."

"For everyone present, if necessary, sacrifices may be required."

Shen Fei was momentarily stunned, "That’s not necessary, is it."

He thought Meng Zhengguo had some directive, but unexpectedly it was just to give him support.

After all, he was somewhat parachuted in, possibly with team members harboring their own ideas.

Meng Zhengguo’s words made it clear to everyone present, apart from the two Vice Arbiters, that all Shen Fei’s actions in the Ice Abyss were authorized.

"We trust you with the matter at hand, and according to what your master said, we’ve prepared some resources for you as well."

"Additionally, the church is also heading there, though I can’t elaborate, but be wary of everything."

"Once you enter the Ancient Secret Realm, not even your master can assist you."

"Understood."

Shen Fei nodded, surprised at the extent of Meng Zhengguo’s boldness.

By his account, the team’s journey to the Ice Abyss centered on his task of advancing in rank.

Evening.

When Shen Fei and Su Muyu returned to Imperial University.

Members of the Breaking Abyss Army were already waiting, verifying his identity before handing a space ring to Shen Fei.

"Quite the grand gesture..."

Shen Fei looked at the three clusters of Exotic Water and the two clusters of Exotic Fire inside the space ring.

Cold Spirit Cold Fire and Ice-Born Fire, both possessing extremely cold power with the explosiveness of fire.

Ghost Shadow Fire, formless yet possessing terrifying burning power, once attached, follows like a shadow.

Iron Flowing Slurry, an Exotic Water born within special metals, flowing like liquid, which solidifies into metal when enveloped.

Insect Luring Liquid, a special Exotic Water from the fourth layer of the Abyss of Ten Thousand Insects, which can attract all insect-like creatures, allowing temporary control after being fed.

Siren’s Tears, a special Exotic Water found in the Siren Abyss, capable of restoring Spiritual Power while invoking the Siren’s Voice to spread the ’Chaos’ state among enemies.

There were also two Tier Nine Healing System Skill Books: ’Light of the Medicine Spirit’ and ’Substitute Death Potion.’

And two Tier Nine Space Class Skill Books: ’Endless Leap’ and ’Void Demon Escape.’

As well as a Tier Nine Assassin Sword Skill Book, ’Wine Immortal Sword.’

A set of Level 50 Lord Equipment called ’Ice Abyss Set,’ exclusively for Summoners.

For Shen Fei, the attributes were irrelevant; the skills were key, with the whole set granting 60% immunity to ice damage through Passive Skills alone.

Moreover, it could be worn by Summoned Beasts, clearly prepared by Meng Zhengguo for the Ice Abyss.

Alongside two Legendary Items.

"Resurrection Stone, allows for an indiscriminate one-time resurrection."

"Teleportation Jade Talisman, randomly teleports any target within a range of ten thousand miles, excluding Tier Ten."

Inside was also a handwritten letter from Meng Zhengguo, detailing this as the benefit for taking on the role of ’Walking with a Sword.’

"Truly satisfying."

After inventorying everything, Shen Fei exhaled.

Compared to the title and authority of ’Walking with a Sword.’

These were straightforward benefits, valuable enough to make a Tier Nine’s eyes turn red.

Benefits for taking a new role shouldn’t typically reach such a level.

Shen Fei felt it was more of an investment and an attempt to win him over.

After all, Shen Fei was about to enter the Ice Abyss.

They naturally wanted to prepare everything possible, and it was certainly a significant investment.

If Shen Fei ended up dying in the Ice Abyss, it would be like casting everything into the sea.

Leaving nothing behind.

Shen Fei handed the Exotic Fire, Exotic Water, and Skill Books to the Empress and others.

He planned to switch to the ’Ice Abyss Set’ upon arriving at the Ice Abyss.

The previously owned ’Purifying Spirit Set’ could be given to Su Muyu.

That was a general Mage set, usable by anyone.

Once he had absorbed everything Meng Zhengguo gave, Shen Fei considered everything the Celestial Zombie Burst produced.

The Tier Nine Legendary Dagger ’Celestial Zombie’s Fang,’ and Tier Nine Legendary Armor ’Celestial Zombie Fierce Armor.’

And a Skill Book ’Celestial Zombie Plague.’

The Skill Book was learned by the Medicine Ancestor, capable of creating a vast Celestial Zombie Plague, adding the ’Stun’ status.

If not resolved within five minutes, it causes paralysis.

Shen Fei threw the Dagger and Armor into the ’Nine Realms.’

"Everything is ready, the Ice Abyss and Battle of Zhulu, I truly look forward to it."