Chapter 73 of 100

Chapter 73

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"Zizi..." After the electric light flashed, Zhou Tian and the others had not even figured out what was happening when they were surprised to find that the group of giant zombies controlled by the puppet maker either fell to the ground dead or stood in place, convulsing. For a moment, they had all broken free from the puppet maker's control.

Seeing that situation, the puppet maker gritted her teeth and once again used her ability to control those giant zombies.

However, while the puppet maker's actions were quick, the other party's movements were not slow. Just as the puppet maker had once again controlled those giant zombies, with a new flash of electric light, the giant zombies that had been able to hold on were immediately electrocuted to death.

"Damn!" Feeling that she had once again lost control of those giant zombies, the puppet maker couldn't help but curse the other party. Although she was angry, she really had no way to deal with the other party at that moment.

The puppet maker's ability, though terrifying, still had its flaws. First, the puppet maker had to use threads to control her targets. This meant that if those threads were destroyed, her ability would become ineffective. Additionally, because the rules of this world were similar to a game, the puppet maker's ability could only affect living beings. Thus, facing the lightning that could completely destroy her threads, even with her terrifying ability, she was still unable to deal with those undead monsters.

When the puppet maker's ability was broken, although the undead that released the lightning did not formally step forward, their attacks did not stop. From within the skeleton cave, the hidden undead continuously attacked the monsters on Zhou Tian's side.

The lightning released by those unknown undead not only had an astonishingly large attack range but also had a very high attack power. After the undead launched their attacks, every time the electric light flashed, some of Zhou Tian's side would immediately die from the attacks. One or two times might be manageable, but after the continuous attacks, even though the number of casualties was not too high, it was enough to make the small monsters on Zhou Tian's side feel fear.

Zhou Tian didn't know whether the changes in this world were good or bad. Although the small monsters of the past had much lower intelligence, they did not know fear and would obediently serve as cannon fodder with a single command. Now, however, that was no longer possible. Although the monsters had become more like real life, the added realism also brought various issues. For example, because the enemies were showing more strength, the small monsters under Zhou Tian's command were afraid. Although Zhou Tian's forced orders could still make the small monsters continue fighting, in a state of fear, they would not be able to fully utilize their strength.

"This can't go on! If we don't get rid of those rats in the dark, this battle can't continue. What should we do? Everyone, quickly come up with an effective solution, or it will be too late."

Faced with the threat of the undead monsters and feeling unprecedented pressure, the previously fiercely competing new area monster bosses had no choice but to set aside their differences and sincerely discuss a strategy.

However, because the undead they wanted to deal with were hiding in the dark and refused to step forward, even if Zhou Tian and the others thought of more methods, they would be useless if they couldn't get close to the other party. In that situation, Zhou Tian and the other bosses quickly made a rather dangerous decision.

The undead refused to step forward, and Zhou Tian and the others had to eliminate them. In such a situation, if the other party didn't come, Zhou Tian and the others could only take the initiative to find them.

Led by the puppet maker, Zhou Tian and the others decided to form an elite squad of leaders from various races to attack the entrance of the skeleton cave. This way, they could not only eliminate the electric undead that posed a threat to them but also, by occupying the entrance to the skeleton cave, make it easier to fight the undead monsters.

Zhou Tian and the others made this decision as a last resort. If they succeeded, they could resolve this crisis. However, if they encountered any difficulties, it was easy to imagine that Zhou Tian and his group would be in mortal danger. After all, the entrance to the skeleton cave was now in the heart of the undead monsters' territory. Once Zhou Tian and the others were trapped, no one would come to their rescue.

If there were other options, neither Zhou Tian nor the other bosses would choose such a dangerous method to resolve the crisis. However, the problem was that Zhou Tian and the others had no other better options. Thus, even though they clearly knew the risks of their decision, they had no choice but to take the risk.

"The Beast King's ability is very important. Although you may not trust him, please protect his safety during the operation." Just as they were about to set out, Zhou Tian did not expect the puppet maker to suddenly instruct the bosses to protect her safety.

Although the bosses showed some hesitation, they eventually nodded in agreement after some hesitation.

Zhou Tian's previous actions had already made the bosses wary of him. If it weren't for the fact that the undead monsters they faced were so powerful, it would be impossible for them to cooperate so sincerely.

However, as the puppet maker said, if we ignore character, Zhou Tian's ability alone made his role in the team even more important than the puppet maker.

Although the resurrection skill had limitations, its most powerful point was that as long as it was within the cooldown period, it would activate on any monster. This meant that as long as Zhou Tian's skill was within the cooldown period, whether he targeted a small monster or a boss, he could revive them. This ability alone was enough to multiply the team's combat power several times over. Not to mention, Zhou Tian's equipment also had the effect of enhancing the team members' abilities.

Due to Zhou Tian's various abilities, even monsters who were at odds with him could not deny his value in the team. Additionally, their operation could be described as a matter of life and death, and they would need Zhou Tian's help afterward. Thus, the puppet maker's suggestion was easily accepted by the other monsters.

As a result, after the team was formed, Zhou Tian was placed at the center of the team. Not only were there bosses protecting him on all sides, but the puppet maker was also guarding him on his right. Given the situation, it was almost impossible to harm Zhou Tian unless their team was completely defeated.

With the preparations complete, Zhou Tian and the others did not linger in their original position. After tidying up, they followed the puppet maker's command and charged toward the entrance of the skeleton cave.

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