I Know All Negative Effects of Entries in Instances-Chapter 389 - 269: Unconventional Quest Penalty

But to speak of instant movement, it’s actually not quite instant movement.

The technique the other side used seemed like a Body Technique from the Martial World, capable of shrinking distance or akin to the Eight-Step Chasing Cicada.

When they saw the other side using such a Body Technique to arrive here, they were truly shocked.

From that moment on, they knew they were absolutely no match for the opponent.

Additionally, they must definitely avoid any conflict with the other side.

If they were to really engage in conflict, it would truly be bringing trouble upon themselves.

Thinking this in their hearts, and looking at those few individuals now, there was an unexplainable rise of a sense of crisis among them.

"Do you have any good solutions? Any ways to resolve this?"

Upon hearing this, a newcomer on the side asked, with a glint of inquiry in his eyes.

Words are easy to say, but in this situation, he wanted to know if anyone could actually resolve it.

"Resolve? How do we resolve it? We don’t have the strength to have an equal conversation with them, especially since before, it seemed like letting that person leave might have angered them."

"Don’t be fooled by how they laughed back then, seeming like they were the Extraordinary ones, in reality, they were likely laughing at us."

"They were laughing at us for not recognizing what’s best for us."

A middle-aged man who appeared quite steady sneered as he watched the scene before him.

To be honest, he also regretted not having stopped Song Qingyun before.

If they had kept the other person then, maybe none of this would have happened.

Thinking of this, he naturally felt endless regret.

But now that things had already happened, no amount of regret would change anything.

He sighed involuntarily.

The others who heard this fell into silence, but when they looked at Zhou Yingting and the others, their watchfulness only increased.

Having done what they did before, it’s wise to be more cautious of these people from now on.

To avoid being tricked by them later.

Zhou Yingting was unaware of these people’s thoughts as he focused on the task before him at that moment.

"Aren’t you going to discuss this task?"

Zhou Yingting said this, his gaze fixed on the task in front of him, and then he spoke up.

Everyone present was taken aback by this, then curiously asked, "Is there a problem with this task?"

They had just put most of their attention on the failure penalty and hadn’t really noticed anything special about the task itself.

If they remembered correctly, the task required them to begin their cultivation and join the sect, right?

Thinking of this, they immediately looked back at the task again.

They’d forgotten that if they couldn’t complete this task, they would never be able to enter the Xianxia Dungeon again.

Given that, it’s essential to thoroughly examine and complete the task.

With this thought, they immediately concentrated on the task at hand.

This time, they immediately noticed something unusual about the task.

"Isn’t something off? This task requires us to complete it within ten years? Damn it, I’m not even sure if I can survive these ten years!"

"Hell, staying in this dungeon for ten years, the outside world might become unrecognizable by then. At that time, won’t the world be swarming with all sorts of Extraordinary people?"

"With our current skills, we might still be alright, but if we don’t make any progress in ten years, we’ll surely be obsolete once outside."

Upon saying this, the crowd exchanged looks, their expressions turning grim.

Especially among them, some people’s lifespans were quite limited, maybe even less than ten years remaining.

Under such circumstances, spending ten years in here might lead to dying inside the dungeon before ever coming out.

And after spending ten years in this dungeon, who knows what the outside world will be like?

With this thought, everyone present began to feel a little panicked.

"It’s not right. If we complete the task ahead of time, without the need for the full ten years, can we leave early?"

"According to the dungeon rules, once we complete the task, we should be able to leave the dungeon, right?"

Someone suddenly thought of this and spoke up.

If that’s the case, then finishing the task early and leaving would be the best approach, which might not even take the full ten years.

Upon hearing this, others considered it and found some truth in it.

The task only provided a ten-year timeframe, not a requirement to survive for ten full years.

With this realization, they felt somewhat relieved.

"I feel there’s some truth in this; maybe you’re worrying too much."

Listening to their chatter, Song Qingyun quietly approached Zhou Yingting and asked.

He felt that it was merely granting them time, not forcing them to stay for a full decade.

In response, Zhou Yingting remarked, "What you say makes sense, but why do you think they give ten years?"

"Could it be because this task is too difficult, and not easily accomplished, hence requiring ten years?"

Zhou Yingting looked at Song Qingyun, and then glanced at the task description.

He believed the ten-year period wasn’t set arbitrarily, but rather because the task likely required a lengthy completion time.

Although Zhou Yingting’s voice wasn’t loud, many people heard it.

Upon hearing this, someone considered the notion and found a point in it.

Soon after, someone chimed in, "Seems like it, the task gives a ten-year period, probably worried we can’t complete it and made it this long."

"It doesn’t seem like it’s an easy task that can be completed casually."

"But don’t worry too much; I remember tasks like these, which are long-term, have different time flows compared to the real world. Spending ten years in the dungeon, not much time passes in reality."

"It’s probably a ten-to-one ratio; spending ten years in the dungeon only amounts to one year passing outside."

Several people spoke up, one after another, at this point.

Upon hearing about this time difference, Zhou Yingting was surprised.

He hadn’t heard of such a notion before; it was the first time he learned of it.

Surprisingly, others seemed quite calm, as if they were already aware of this situation.

If the time truly flowed at a ten-to-one ratio, they wouldn’t be too concerned.

It would merely equate to spending just one year, a time they were willing to spare given the alternative of never entering the Xianxia Dungeon again if they failed.

Moreover, they were all aware of the dangers within the dungeon.

From the time they became Extraordinary, they had already informed their family about it.

Even disappearing for a year from the real world wouldn’t cause a panic among their families.

But the newcomers hadn’t expected to spend a year in the dungeon world nor could they imagine the panic their friends and family might experience after disappearing for a year.

With this thought, their expressions turned grave.

"The surroundings are changing; it seems the dungeon is about to begin."

Before they could ponder further, their surroundings started to shift, with wafts of mist beginning to dissipate.