As he fell into the water, the forms that previously seemed ready to leap forward all halted. Standing their ground, they surveyed their surroundings, their eyes filled with vigilance.
No one dared to make the first move. Charging ahead rashly would not only lead to creating opportunities for others but might also end in death in this peculiar lake, just like the man before.
No one dared to step forward, yet with so many present, none dared to act lightly, leading to a stalemate.
In the midst of the calm, only the lake remained unchanged, as distant bursts of bubbling blood rose continuously, growing larger, as if something was about to break forth from within.
Everyone's gaze was fixed there, not even daring to take a deep breath.
Their intense gazes were set firmly, eyes blazing with excitement, as if the object inside was about to be theirs.
"Wait for the right moment, and when the time is about right, we'll make our move."
