Swallowed Star: The Sacred Eye of Duplication

After finishing the call with Luo Feng, Ye Yun moved around a bit and then returned to his room to rest. August 1st was an important day for both Luo Feng and Ye Yun. He needed to stay in the best condition.

In the elite training camp, except for the two months of holidays in January and February, nine of the remaining ten months are spent on training, making it a very safe environment.

However, in August of each year, there is a "life and death adventure" challenge. Most of the deaths and injuries among students in the elite training camp come from this annual challenge.

The so-called "life and death adventure" involves sending all the trainees into a dangerous wilderness area to survive for nearly a month.

This tradition dates back to the camp's founding, designed to develop strong survival skills and monster-hunting abilities in its warriors. Without this experience, it would be difficult to become an outstanding warrior.

The students in the elite training camp are the best of the best, selected from all over the world. Although they are far better prepared than ordinary warriors, the annual mortality and elimination rates still hover around 10%, making it a daunting challenge.

The chosen locations for the "life and death adventure" are far from the safety of places like City 1001 near the camp. They are typically remote areas like the Australian continent or the Feizhou Prairie—regions sparsely populated and dominated by monsters.

Humanity's current five major countries and twenty-three base cities are relatively concentrated, allowing mutual support against monster invasions. However, most of Earth remains occupied by monsters, with humans unable to expand further for now.

This year, the destination for Ye Yun and his team was the heart of the Australian continent.

Upon hearing this, Ye Yun wasn't surprised. The Australian continent is known to be one of the most monster-dense regions on Earth. It has been isolated for years, allowing monsters to develop unchecked. This makes it an ideal setting for "life and death adventure" training.

The sheer number and density of monsters are only part of the challenge. The most terrifying aspect is the presence of numerous king-level monsters, which pose the greatest threat to the students. Even Ye Yun, with his skills, wouldn't dare claim he could handle them easily. These monsters, along with high-level lord-class monsters, are responsible for most of the casualties each year.

Gu Ye had already prepared detailed information about the Australian continent and sent it to Ye Yun. After reviewing it, Ye Yun had a clear plan in mind. Starting from the continent's core, the students would scatter and begin their "life and death adventure." The only requirement was to return alive.

"This might be an opportunity to contact Kirishima in advance, but I don't know what its current state is."

August 1st, early morning. The square in front of the elite training camp's ninth floor.

When Ye Yun arrived, many students had already gathered. The August "life and death adventure" was a rite of passage for every student. Emotions varied—some were excited, eager for the challenge, while others seemed apprehensive, their faces marked by worry.

Ye Yun appeared calm. Hidden in his combat uniform were over a dozen throwing knives. A folded spear and the shield given by Gu Ye were strapped to his back. Aside from the standard-issue communication watch, he carried nothing else.

Of course, the Black God suit was with him, but Ye Yun had set strict conditions for its use. Unless absolutely necessary, he wouldn't rely on it, as it would negate the training's purpose.

Soon, more than a hundred students and over a dozen War God-level instructors assembled. They boarded buses heading to the airport in Hongning Base City, where a chartered passenger plane awaited.

At 9 a.m., nearly 200 people boarded the plane, which took off towards the Australian continent.

The plane was exclusive to the elite training camp, ensuring no outsiders were on board. Seated by the window, Ye Yun passed the time watching the blue sky, white clouds, and occasional flying monsters outside.

Videos played in the cabin, introducing the Australian continent's conditions—its terrain, monster types, and precautions. These videos also highlighted extremely dangerous areas to avoid, aiming to improve safety.

Ye Yun watched intermittently. The continent's isolation had fostered countless monster groups and powerful individuals, demanding vigilance and a balance of caution and growth. Overconfidence could spell disaster, even for him.

The plane flew steadily, avoiding attacks from flying monsters until it entered Australian airspace. Though they encountered a group of flying monsters, the plane's speed and sturdy build ensured it continued safely, despite minor turbulence.

Thirty minutes later, the plane landed. Exiting the cabin, Ye Yun was greeted by an unfamiliar world.

Lush greenery stretched endlessly, an uninhabited wilderness for humans but a thriving home for monsters.

Under the guidance of a War God instructor, the students gathered.

A short-haired Chinese female instructor addressed them solemnly:

"Everyone, record these coordinates on your communication watches. It is now 3:26 p.m., August 1, 2056. Your mission is to survive on the Australian continent for the next 28 days. At noon on August 29, 2056, the plane will return here to take you back to Hongning Base City. I declare the life-and-death adventure begins now!"

After noting the coordinates, the War God instructors quickly re-boarded the plane, which took off and disappeared into the sky.

Now, Ye Yun and the students were alone in the wilderness.

The adventure officially began. Groups of two or three quickly formed, some even numbering up to ten. Strength in numbers was the prevailing strategy, an experience passed down by many predecessors.

Ye Yun observed casually as elite students clustered around Louis, the camp's top talent. Yet, after a while, the group dispersed, leaving Louis to head off alone. His high-level War God strength ensured his safety, barring encounters with king-level monsters or massive herds.

Ye Yun wasn't surprised and turned his attention to the satellite map on his watch.

This trip wasn't just about hunting monsters and training—it was also an opportunity to locate Kirishima.

According to his memory: In the heart of the Australian continent lies a mountain range, a river leading to a large lake, and a small island at the lake's center.

Studying the satellite map, Ye Yun identified several possible locations matching this description.

With the other students gone, Ye Yun began his journey. There was plenty of time to explore the terrain and train—28 days to complete his mission.

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