Seizing Destiny From Heavens Hands-Chapter 456 – The Gap Between Me and Shen Mo Has Become This Vast
Chapter 456 - 456 – The Gap Between Me and Shen Mo Has Become This Vast
Chapter 456 – The Gap Between Me and Shen Mo Has Become This Vast
Wang Xing'an chuckled. "Old Zhong's already at the Golden Apex Realm—easily one of the strongest among the commanders."
"Back in the day, he clashed with True Devil Venerables at the apex level several times and even killed one!" fгee𝑤ebɳoveɭ.cøm
He thumped his chest proudly. "That said, even though Old Zhong's strong, when it comes to protecting people, he's still a bit inferior to your old pal Wang here."
"Even if we were ambushed by four True Devil Venerables at once, I'm confident I could keep you safe!"
Zhong Baisheng laughed heartily. "That's true. Old Wang's defensive skills are top-tier."
Shen Mo felt warmth bloom in his chest.
Zhang Longxiang had truly considered everything in detail.
He'd even gone so far as to assign two top commanders to personally ensure Shen Mo's safety.
"When do we leave?" Shen Mo asked.
"Anytime you're ready," Zhong Baisheng replied with a smile. "I've already handed over all duties to my deputy."
"Then let's go now," Shen Mo said after a moment of thought. "I'll just say a few words to Wu Zhanyun and Li Heitan before we set off."
"Alright."
Shen Mo's instructions to Wu Zhanyun and Li Heitan were brief—just some insights into the design and usage of the armaments, along with a small handwritten booklet he left behind for them to study.
Though it was only a collection of his personal insights, for Wu and Li, it was a priceless opportunity—something that would benefit them for a long time to come.
Wu Zhanyun watched Shen Mo depart, his gaze firm.
He was glad—glad he wasn't the type to grow jealous easily.
Glad he'd chosen the right person to follow from the start!
Moments later, at the fortress's side gate—
A team was already assembled.
Leading them were five Centurions, including Ning Tianying and Xiong Yuanshan.
Behind them stood seasoned Squad Leaders like Lin Dongtian and Sha Rilang.
But there wasn't a single regular Zhenmo Guard among them.
This escort was made up entirely of elite forces.
"How strange... The demons haven't attacked, so why did Commander Zhong summon us here?"
"And he even stressed that we shouldn't alarm too many people."
Xiong Yuanshan's expression was puzzled.
Ning Tianying remained silent. Zhong Baisheng had given the orders, but she too didn't know the reason for the secrecy.
Even so, she could guess—it had to be a top-priority mission.
Otherwise, they wouldn't have been summoned to gather at this secluded, little-used side gate.
"Brother Lin, do you know what Commander Zhong's called us here for?" a guard asked in a low voice.
Lin Dongtian shook his head. He had no clue.
Ever since Lin Yuanxin had been revealed as a demon in disguise, Lin Dongtian could no longer ride his coattails to promotion.
He had to rely solely on himself now.
And he no longer had access to sensitive intel.
The fact that Zhong Baisheng hadn't revealed the mission details could only mean it was highly classified.
As Squad Leaders, they weren't in the circle to know such things.
"They're here—Commander Zhong's coming!"
Someone suddenly shouted, and all eyes turned toward the gate.
Lin Dongtian saw three figures approaching quickly.
The ones flanking the center—Zhong Baisheng and Wang Xing'an—he recognized instantly.
But the young man walking between them made his heart skip a beat.
Shen Mo?
Why him?
Why was Shen Mo walking between two commanders like a core treasure?
Lin Dongtian's expression grew complicated.
He wasn't a fool.
It didn't take long for him to understand the situation.
Every Zhenmo Guard was required to serve five years on the fourth level of the Demon-Suppressing Sea.
Zhong Baisheng and Wang Xing'an walking in formation like this could only mean they were escorting Shen Mo.
And the elite team gathered here—its purpose was now clear.
They were here to protect Shen Mo.
At some point, the gap between them had grown this wide.
Lin Dongtian's mouth filled with bitterness.
He didn't dare look directly at Shen Mo anymore.
Shen Mo noticed him but merely smiled faintly and said nothing.
Between them now lay an irreparable divide—of strength, of status, of future.
The only thing Lin Dongtian had left of value was whatever fate had yet to awaken within him.
Zhong Baisheng stepped forward and addressed the team.
"I didn't explain the mission earlier because I feared leaks. But now I can tell you."
"Our task is to escort Commander Shen Mo to the fourth level outpost of the Demon-Suppressing Sea."
"For the next five years, your duty is to ensure his safety."
"Even if we all die—Shen Mo must not."
After finishing his words, Zhong Baisheng paused, then added, "That includes me and Deputy Commander Wang Xing'an."
Everyone fell into a long silence.
No wonder Zhong Baisheng had never explained the mission in detail until now.
Given Shen Mo's identity—his achievements—there was not a single word of objection anyone could raise.
Zhong Baisheng was right.
Even if all of them were to die, Shen Mo could not be allowed to.
Bitterness surged in Lin Dongtian's heart.
He had now become someone whose life could be sacrificed to protect Shen Mo.
The difference in status was now fully laid bare.
Shen Mo looked around, cupped his hands toward the gathered group, and said, "Thank you all."
Ning Tianying, Xiong Yuanshan, and the others all nodded firmly.
"Move out. Take the battle platforms. Head to the fourth-level outpost," Zhong Baisheng commanded, waving for the group to follow.
A total of forty people set out on this journey.
They split into two teams, riding aboard two Wave-Cleaving Battle Platforms.
One team, led by Zhong Baisheng and Xiong Yuanshan, was assigned to directly protect Shen Mo.
The other team, with Wang Xing'an and Ning Tianying, formed a perimeter to scout for enemy activity.
Although the first three layers of the Demon-Suppressing Sea had already been charted and secured by the Zhenmo Guards, numerous lesser demon settlements still remained.
If such settlements rallied together to launch an assault, they could pose a serious threat.
Any sign of them had to be detected early and circumvented.
The journey to the fourth layer went smoothly without incident.
Along the way, every outpost—regardless of which fortress had built it—offered assistance to Shen Mo and his group to the best of their ability.
Whatever conflicts might exist among the three races, the Zhenmo Guards stationed at these outposts treated all visiting guards from other regions with extra warmth and camaraderie.
The first three layers of the Demon-Suppressing Sea resembled a normal ocean environment.
But once they entered the fourth layer, everything changed.
Due to years of accumulated demonic energy, the seawater in this region had become thick and viscous.
In the upper three layers, the sea could still manage to flow, albeit sluggishly.
But in the fourth layer, it had completely solidified.
It now formed a sealed barrier, isolating the fourth layer from the upper three.
The result was a maze-like domain resembling an enormous underground cavern.
Despite the changes, the humidity remained extremely high.
Zhenmo Guards with water-affinity physiques thrived in this environment.
But those with fire affinity would find it extremely uncomfortable.
Thus, guards with fire-attribute physiques were rarely stationed here long-term.
Once they reached the fourth layer, there was no need to continue riding the battle platforms.
They disembarked and proceeded on foot.
After a long trek through the dense, murky expanse, a glimmer of light finally pierced the gloom.
Shen Mo's eyes lit up.
He recognized that light clearly—it was one of his own inventions, the Thunderlight Lamp.
Without a doubt, that was the outpost built by the Xuanwu Fortress.
Moments later, a structure came into view, built seamlessly into the hardened wall of seawater.
It was positioned perfectly.
Ahead was the path that led deeper into the fifth layer.
A short distance behind, the retreat path toward the third layer remained accessible.
Its elevated vantage point allowed for sweeping views in all directions.
And with solid rock at its back, it was shielded from ambushes from behind.
"Excellent positioning," both Zhong Baisheng and Wang Xing'an remarked, nodding in approval.
The group approached the outpost
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