Chapter 1317: 1317 **Chapter 1317: Is It Like a Safe Zone in a Dungeon?** The numbering of the fireballs has gradually formed over the years; initially, there was no specific designation. Currently, the areas covered by fireballs numbered 1 to 4 are considered the outer layer. This is the safest area in the Yellow Earth Desert, apart from the edge zones. The areas covered by fireballs 5, 6, and 7 are the middle layer, where the danger significantly increases. The Sand Tribe leader has never ventured into the deep layer, so he is not familiar with it. However, Lin Moryu can guess that the deep layer must be even more dangerous. Beside Lin Moryu, a Stone Demon followed closely. Even when curled up, it was over three meters tall. It rolled on Lin Moryu’s right side, blocking the heat from that direction. On the left side was a Legion Commander, ten meters tall, also blocking some of the heat. Lin Moryu walked comfortably in their shadows. Although he wasn’t afraid of the heat, he didn’t like such high temperatures. This demon, at the seventh level of the Divine King realm, was resurrected by Lin Moryu using [Resurrection of the Dead]. From its mouth, he learned some information about the middle layer. Although it didn’t know much, it could supplement the information from the Sand Tribe. Unfortunately, it also knew nothing about the deep layer. From what it said, the monsters in the middle layer are extremely powerful, completely different from those in the outer layer. In the outer layer, demons of the same realm can easily kill monsters of the same realm. With the use of magical treasures, they can even handle two or three monsters of the same realm simultaneously. However, in the middle layer, this situation changes. The monsters’ strength increases significantly, making it difficult for demons of the same realm to fight them one-on-one. In a one-on-two situation, they would have to flee, and they might not even escape. Even with magical treasures, it’s hard to gain an advantage. Therefore, in the middle layer, demons often travel in groups. Only a few powerful individuals act alone. This information is crucial, as the Sand Tribe didn’t mention it, possibly because they didn’t know. Moreover, even with a key, entering the middle layer from the outer layer means facing attacks at the fireball boundary. The key grants qualification, not free passage. Half a day later, Lin Moryu began to sense the aura of the middle layer. The powers of fireballs 2 and 6 intertwined and entangled. Lin Moryu knew he had entered the transition zone between the outer and middle layers. The transition zone is safe, serving as a final resting place for cultivators. A patch of green appeared ahead, revealing an oasis. The space became moist, with water elements dancing in the air. The water elements contained laws, not strong but enough to resist the fireballs’ heat and prevent evaporation. Lin Moryu had seen oases from the outside and knew they existed in the Yellow Earth Desert, though they were few. Only by being in one did he realize that these oases only appear at the junctions of different areas. They serve as resting and recovery spots for those about to enter the next area. Understanding this, Lin Moryu’s eyes revealed a strange look, "Isn’t this like a safe zone in a dungeon?" He remembered that in dungeons, there was usually a safe zone before entering the next scene or fighting a boss. Only after passing the safe zone did the real battle begin. Professionals could recover their strength, rest, and prepare in the safe zone. Now, this oasis seemed to serve a similar function. Lin Moryu approached the oasis. The water was clear, exuding a strong law force. Fish swam in the water, but they weren’t real fish; they were formed by water laws. Lin Moryu reached out, and a stream of clear water flew into his mouth. The water was sweet and refreshing, filled with water elements, driving away fatigue. After drinking the oasis water, it felt as if the surrounding temperature had dropped significantly. It wasn’t an illusion; the omnipresent water laws helped block the heat from the fireballs. Drinking the oasis water not only restored physical strength but also had some healing effects. At the edge of the oasis was a large stone, like a small mountain. A pattern was carved on the stone. According to the Sand Tribe and demons, this stone was the exit. To leave the Yellow Earth Desert, one only needed to activate the stone with soul power to be teleported out. Every oasis had such a stone. This meant that to leave the Yellow Earth Desert, one had to at least cross the outer layer. Moreover, if someone entered the middle layer and found it dangerous, they could retreat to the oasis, rest, or leave. This made the Yellow Earth Desert relatively safe, much safer than the Mysterious Manor. Crossing the oasis, Lin Moryu continued towards the middle layer. Along the way, the aura of the outer layer gradually weakened, while the aura of the middle layer rapidly increased. The temperature rose again, reaching a level that could kill an ordinary True God. Lin Moryu was unfazed; pure high temperatures had no effect on him. Soon, the aura of the outer layer completely disappeared. Looking back, fireball 2 was faint in the sky, while fireball 6 burned fiercely overhead. He had reached the final boundary between the outer and middle layers. A few more steps, and he would truly enter the middle layer. Lin Moryu paused for less than a second before stepping into the middle layer. It felt like passing through an invisible membrane, resonating with the key’s aura, allowing him to pass through. Without the key, this membrane was impassable, even for a Minor Divine Sovereign. Boom! Without warning, a fireball fell from the sky, exploding overhead and creating a rain of fire, turning a ten-thousand-meter area into a sea of fire. Lin Moryu reacted quickly, stepping out and instantly crossing ten thousand meters. A surge of yellow sand shot up, quickly forming a wall to block Lin Moryu’s path. Lin Moryu didn’t slow down, charging forward like a cannonball, breaking through the sand wall. The sand wall shattered, breaking not just the sand but also the laws. A fierce wind howled, and a tornado formed out of nowhere, lifting the yellow sand and quickly enveloping the surroundings. Lin Moryu’s vision was instantly obscured by the yellow sand. Then, the sky brightened, and a fireball fell into the tornado, turning it into a fire tornado. Before Lin Moryu could react, vines sprouted from the ground, entangling his feet. "Plants!" Lin Moryu was slightly startled, not expecting plants in the desert. The fire tornado attacked simultaneously, giving him no time to react. The scorching flames and rapidly flying yellow sand hit him. The flames burned his body, and the yellow sand struck like bullets. With plants entangling his feet, Lin Moryu had no way to dodge. No matter how fast he was, it was useless at this moment. Lin Moryu remained calm, enduring the yellow sand and flames. He lightly tapped his finger. A red light flashed, followed by a hoarse scream. The vines entangling his feet recoiled as if electrocuted.