The news of Jun Xiaoyao joining the Seventy-Two Squad quickly spread throughout the military camp.
Everyone was extremely surprised.
Some people felt there might be a problem with this.
But others believed that Jun Xiaoyao deliberately chose the Hell difficulty for his training.
After all, staying in an ace unit was safe, but he wouldn't gain much experience.
From this point, Jun Xiaoyao won the hearts of many.
Meanwhile, Xiahou Divine Treasure glanced at Jun Xiaoyao and said,
"Jun Xiaoyao, I hope you can come back alive. After all, dying in a tide of Undead Fiends isn't very glorious."
"You don't need to worry about that." Jun Xiaoyao responded indifferently.
"At that time, we can compare whose merits are greater."
Xiahou Divine Treasure's eyes held a challenging meaning.
In the Xuanhuang Universe, his presence was almost nonexistent; his glory had been completely overshadowed by Jun Xiaoyao.
He was unwilling and wanted to regain his face.
"With the blessing of an ace team, you can indeed get a lot of merits." Jun Xiaoyao sneered.
The implication was clear.
Even if Xiahou Divine Treasure did nothing, he could still receive a substantial amount of merits just from the Ninth Squad's contributions.
"Hmph, then let's wait and see."
Xiahou Divine Treasure snorted coldly, then turned to Hou Gu.
"Lead the way."
Hou Gu nodded, then looked at Jun Xiaoyao with awe before retracting his gaze.
He sighed inwardly, saying,
"Why didn't Young Lord Jun Xiaoyao join my Ninth Squad?"
Originally, he was very happy when Xiahou Divine Treasure joined.
But compared to Jun Xiaoyao, Xiahou Divine Treasure lost his appeal.
Of course, Hou Gu could only think this to himself; he couldn't actually say it and offend Xiahou Divine Treasure.
He directly led Xiahou Divine Treasure away to the barracks where the Ninth Squad was located.
Jun Xiaoyao did not pay attention to Xiahou Divine Treasure.
He had never regarded Xiahou Divine Treasure as an opponent.
As for the so-called merit competition, Jun Xiaoyao had no interest.
His purpose in coming here was more to understand the layout and situation of No Man's Land in advance.
To prepare for the future Annihilation Black Calamity.
Thinking of this, Jun Xiaoyao turned to Lu Xingling and said,
"Captain Lu, could you roughly introduce the situation in No Man's Land to me, a newcomer?" Jun Xiaoyao asked.
He showed no condescension typical of an Imperial Clan Young Lord, nor did he put on airs.
"Newcomer…"
Hearing Jun Xiaoyao's self-description, the members of the Seventy-Two Squad present were all speechless.
This "newcomer" was quite formidable.
However, Jun Xiaoyao's attitude made the members of the Seventy-Two Squad, such as the Blind Old Cultivator and the One-Armed Cultivator, smile.
This Imperial Clan Young Lord had a calm and unpretentious nature; he was someone they could get along with!
Lu Xingling then said, "Young Lord, why be so modest? You can just call me Xingling."
It was truly a bit awkward for such a noble person to call her Captain Lu.
"Alright then, Xingling, could you introduce the situation in No Man's Land?" Jun Xiaoyao smiled faintly.
Lu Xingling's expression showed a hint of peculiarity upon hearing this.
She had grown up in the Three Emperors Barrier, and the only thing she had ever done was kill enemies in No Man's Land.
For her, matters of romance were almost impossible.
Moreover, the Town Boundary Army was mostly rough men, so there couldn't be any beautiful encounters.
And now, a young Young Master in white, with an ethereal aura, was gently calling her Xingling.
For a moment, a strange feeling arose in Lu Xingling's heart.
However, she was still the captain of the Seventy-Two Squad, having undergone numerous trials.
She wouldn't fantasize about anything just because of this slight peculiar feeling.
She also knew that given Jun Xiaoyao's status, she was merely a passerby.
After the training ended, Jun Xiaoyao would still return to being an Imperial Clan Young Lord.
And she would still be Captain Lu of the Seventy-Two Squad.
After dispelling distracting thoughts, Lu Xingling gave Jun Xiaoyao a general introduction to the situation in No Man's Land.
Unlike other Forbidden Lands and dangerous places,
The situation in No Man's Land was somewhat special.
Because its regional divisions were based on the color of the mist.
"The color of the mist?"
Jun Xiaoyao's eyes showed a hint of surprise, a rare surge of curiosity.
Lu Xingling continued to explain.
"The interior of No Man's Land is perpetually shrouded in mist."
"And the colors of those mists are not the same."
"Different colors represent different levels of danger in that area."
"Based on the dangerousness of the colors, it can be divided into four areas."
"The White Mist Zone, Gray Mist Zone, Black Mist Zone, and… Blood Mist Zone."
Jun Xiaoyao nodded slightly, listening attentively.
This No Man's Land was indeed peculiar.
"The White Mist Zone is generally located on the periphery of No Man's Land. Although there are many dangers, one can still retreat safely if careful."
"Our Town Boundary Army's usual training and missions are also within the White Mist Zone."
"As for the Gray Mist Zone, the danger level increases significantly. One might encounter unforeseen dangers and perish if not careful."
"And the Black Mist Zone is deep within No Man's Land. The danger level goes without saying; even a Quasi-Emperor or a Great Emperor could fall victim and die inexplicably if not careful."
"As for the Blood Mist Zone, it is in the deepest part of No Man's Land and harbors unspeakable great terrors."
"It's shameful to admit, but although I've been in the Town Boundary Army for many years, I've only entered the edge of the Gray Mist Zone at most." Lu Xingling said.
After her explanation, Jun Xiaoyao had a general understanding of No Man's Land.
He also pondered in his heart.
"It seems that Emperor Wu Zhong, who came from the World Sea with injuries, had not reached his Peak state."
"Could it be that he had entered the Blood Mist Zone, wanting to suppress the Black Calamity Race by himself?"
"He ultimately failed, perhaps because there is still a great terror deep within No Man's Land."
"And that great terror might be the Black Calamity Race, or even the Source of the Annihilation Black Calamity."
Jun Xiaoyao had a deduction in his mind.
Moreover, he felt that what Emperor Wu Zhong did should not have been in vain.
If not for Emperor Wu Zhong, the abnormal movements of the Black Calamity might have occurred much earlier than now.
Emperor Wu Zhong, in essence, delayed the Black Calamity's resurgence all by himself.
Also, let's not forget that at that time, the Immortal Realm also had the Darkness Turmoil, with Apocalypse Lord An Di as a formidable enemy.
The Wu Zhong Bell had even rung because of this.
Jun Xiaoyao felt that if the Wu Zhong Bell had not rung,
Then Emperor Wu Zhong should not have returned to the Immortal Realm, but rather fully suppressed the Black Calamity.
The outcome might have been different then.
"Alas…"
Jun Xiaoyao sighed softly in his heart.
Originally, his purpose in coming to the World Sea was simply to bring Jiang Shengyi back.
The Annihilation Black Calamity was not the most important thing to him.
But thinking of how Emperor Wu Zhong cared for all living beings, not only suppressing the Black Calamity but also rushing to the Immortal Realm with his injuries to fight the Lord of the End,
Jun Xiaoyao felt that he could not betray Emperor Wu Zhong's dying wish.
"Young Lord, what are you thinking about?"
Seeing Jun Xiaoyao silent, Lu Xingling asked.
Did Jun Xiaoyao start to fear No Man's Land after hearing her explanation?
"I'm just thinking about how to completely resolve the Black Calamity." Jun Xiaoyao sighed.
Lu Xingling and the members of the Seventy-Two Squad present were all stunned.
Even powerful figures like the Three Emperors could only temporarily seal the Black Calamity.
Yet Jun Xiaoyao wanted to know how to resolve the Black Calamity.
If these words were spoken aloud, they would sound like bragging.
However, for some reason,
Looking at Jun Xiaoyao's serious tone and expression,
Lu Xingling actually felt that perhaps, this Yun Clan Young Master wasn't just speaking casually?