The arid desert sand swirled in the wind, making the visibility in the area to be quite low. John and the others ventured forward unhindered, while Iris led the way. The group casually chatted as if nothing was concerning them, while a group of individuals up ahead watched on as John and the rest approached.
"Are the formations all set?" a male youth asked.
"Yes, Rydan. They're all set. Once those idiots walk into it, they're as good as dead," another youth replied, snickering with laughter afterwards.
"Good. They may have been protected if they ventured with their sect members, but these four idiots ventured out alone despite all being in the Meridian Forging Realm. They're probably relying on that John in their group to protect them, but all he is is a brute with strength and no brains. Once he's caught in these formations, he's as good as dead," Rydan replied with cold confidence.
