Countless shadows had burst out of their surroundings with a whoosh.

Familiar figures could be seen within the group.

Lan Lan's, Gong Shenjun's, and the squads they had grouped up with at Thunderpeal Mountain had appeared.

Even Sun Dasheng's squad was here.

These were the squads with the highest points in the rankings, possessing unparalleled strength. This was why they had reached Russet Rock City not long after the signal was lit.

They had naturally been attracted towards the beacon released by the First Princess like moths to a flame.

"Student Gong, we meet again." Lan Lan's face held a trace of an easy smile before turning to observe the reddish-brown walls of the colossal city, the sight resulting in him squinting suspiciously. "Russet Rock City seems to be exceptionally clean. It's no wonder you've chosen to wait before entering." 

The rest of the groups similarly made their own observations and judgment regarding the final...