"They're... attacking the staircase?" An adventurer's voice trembled with disbelief.

The staircase—considered a safety zone in the hearts of all adventurers.

Although it was known that Puki could pass through the staircase, fighting within it had never happened before.

Even adventurers who had witnessed Puki crossing levels firsthand were few; most still believed that Puki would not follow them into the staircase.

They originally thought they could take a rest, but unexpectedly, they had to face a final battle far beyond expectations in their worst state?

From Solalin's perspective, it was a simple misjudgment of Puki's strength.

According to previous intelligence, there were about five hundred Puki on the fifth floor.

Considering that a certain demon race squad suspected of Diamond Level strength was also trapped there, it may have been Puki's doing.

In their planning, the Puki on the fifth floor were rated above Diamond Level strength.

For this, they deployed the Judgement Wing with 40 members, teamed with some adventurers, plus Edin and Shi Wu.

This combination was already stronger than a typical Diamond Level squad, yet they still underestimated Puki's strength.

How many Puki were in front of them?

Absolutely more than five hundred!

A thousand? Or two thousand?

Solalin couldn't count, but she knew they couldn't hold much longer, even with the staircase's terrain.

As for retreating now?

If they retreated while under pursuit, it would turn into a rout...

But... there was still a way!

"Lord Shi Wu!"

"I know," as Solalin spoke up, Shi Wu understood what she meant, "a decapitation strike, right?"

Solalin nodded.

Penetrating deep into enemy lines to decapitate their leader was undoubtedly very dangerous, but it seemed to be the only way to escape.

Otherwise, only Edin and Shi Wu might have a chance to escape this time.

"How long can you hold on?"

Solalin glanced at the exhausted yet resolute Church troops behind her and shook her head.

"I don't know, but we'll give you our last bit of strength."

Under Solalin's command, the Multi-layered Barrier was raised again, and the hands of several Gold Level squad leaders gleamed as they formed a Light Spear.

"Release!"

With a sharp shout, four Light Spears were thrown like javelins, landing among the Puki forces nearby.

After a brief silence, the Light Spears linked up and exploded with intense brilliance. After the flash, the nearby Puki fell to the ground, smoking.

Although some Puki were too close, just this one combined attack killed over a hundred Puki, clearing a section in front.

Unfortunately, it was clear that the squad leaders couldn't use this attack continuously.

At this time, Priest Mein and Edin had also cast Physical Strength Recovery, Life Recovery, Defense Enhancement, Spirit Protection, and Pain Immunity benefits on Shi Wu.

Everything was set, without wasting words, Shi Wu thrust like an unsheathed sword straight into the Puki army.

To be honest, Shi Wu had doubts in his heart.

Why did the King of Puki, who had supposedly never shown up before, appear now?

He wondered if this was a trap.

But once he felt the powerful aura emanating from the Knight Puki, he cast all doubts aside.

If the strongest in a group is not the king, who else is qualified?

Before him, this Puki was undoubtedly the strongest he'd encountered so far!

Not to mention that impressive outfit.

But to meet the king, he must first break through its army. The Judgement Wing's earlier attack only dealt with a small portion.

Knight Puki spread its short legs, riding on the Fat Otaku Puki's mushroom cap. Although it had no eyes, Shi Wu felt the towering gaze overlooking him.

Now... he was the challenger!

Unconsciously, Shi Wu smiled.

The teammates behind him could be wiped out at any moment, the endless enemies stood before him.

Yet Shi Wu still smiled.

He leaped forward, diving into the Puki army.

[Trample Level 8]

The skill Lin Jun used to step on Xiao Hai's face formed a large pit in the muddy ground when used by Shi Wu.

The nearby Puki were sent flying up high.

And this was just the beginning!

[Title: Breaking Army (Attributes Enhance During Charge)]

[Wandering Body Step Level 9]

[Wind Pressure Slash Level 8]

"Chaotic Martial—!"

As the shout rang out, the Puki in mid-air were instantly dismembered into countless fragments!

Shi Wu's figure didn't pause, turning into a shadow as he shot straight towards the Knight Puki!

The sword wind howled, tearing into an invisible web ten meters around him.

Any Puki entering this range were instantly sliced into pieces, and even the Mushroom Cannons couldn't penetrate this sword web.

Shi Wu's overwhelming and unstoppable stance left even Lin Jun in admiration.

What surprised Lin Jun more was that this sword web was not a skill.

Although Shi Wu had shouted "Chaotic Martial," the panel clearly showed no corresponding skill.

The so-called "Chaotic Martial" was just the result of him seamlessly wielding [Wind Pressure Slash].

And this was what surprised Lin Jun.

It was the first time he saw someone completely break free from the shackles of skills to use their own unique abilities!

Just like his voice Puki.

Truly, one must not underestimate the heroes of the world!

Though Lin Jun never underestimated him.

After witnessing such prowess, Lin Jun became fully alert and paid his highest respect—this battle, he would fight without honor, avoiding direct confrontation!

Chaotic Martial?

Even if [Wind Pressure Slash] was low on consumption, such high-frequency use must carry a substantial burden, right?

Before reaching the knight, drown in the quagmire of consumption!

The pressure at the staircase eased noticeably as some Puki, originally attacking them, changed direction towards Shi Wu under Lin Jun's command.

Ground, underground, sky!

The Puki surged like waves, crashing from all directions towards the lone figure!

Entering the sword web meant being shredded, so exploding outside the sword web.

The explosion's shockwaves, even if it merely stalls his movements, is a blood-worthy gain!

In the air, the bat Puki swooped down like storm clouds, and more overfed Puki were precisely "thrown," forcing Shi Wu to expend more energy, striking them down from afar with sword Qi!

Attacks continued underground, though Shi Wu deflected them all, Lin Jun keenly noticed—Shi Wu's breathing grew heavier!

Watching Shi Wu struggle forward, the fat Puki under the knight moved not forward, but backward, escorted by ten elite Puki with half-exposed demon crystals.

The speed wasn't fast, but this move undeniably extended Shi Wu's advance.

Engrossed in a "Battle! Excitement!" state, Shi Wu couldn't help but curse inwardly at such shamelessness:

"Despicable!"

When Shi Wu finally reached the Knight Puki, sweat streamed like creeks down his face.

Just as he thought he could finally begin the duel.

The obese Puki swiftly coiled its tentacle, stuffing the Knight Puki whole into its belly!

Shi Wu: ???

In the blink of an eye, the ten elite Puki with demon crystals behind the Fat Otaku Puki launched an ambush!

[Infrasound Attack Level 7] X 10!

The combined infrasound wave crashed like a torrent, suddenly blasting him! Shi Wu felt his organs churn, a mouthful of blood spewing forth.

Reinforced with [Crystal Symbiosis], the [Infrasound Attack] not only struck Shi Wu but even Puki couldn't withstand the sonic shock.

Before Shi Wu could swing his sword, the ten elite Puki perished on the spot.

Together with them, the Fat Otaku Puki also died.

Yet in the next instant—

Blade light flashed, and the Fat Otaku Puki's carcass was sliced from within by a fierce strike!

The knight burst forth!

The sky filled with mycelium like drifting snowflakes, and among the burst spoils were hard rocks hidden within its belly—it was a Stone-heart Fat Otaku Puki meant to resist infrasound attacks!

Without a moment's regret for the Fat Otaku's sacrifice, the Knight Puki's Blade Whip turned into a cold gleam, thrusting directly at Shi Wu's chest!

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