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"Don't think you can scare me like that!" She chuckled lightly, then her figure blurred, transforming into a streak of light as she dodged the attacks of several men in black who were trying to capture her.
Chapter 1243 Let's Set Off Now
Chapter 1243 Let's Set Off Now
Just then, Zhao De returned from the edge of the battlefield and saw this scene, his brows furrowing: "Liu Ruyan! Retreat quickly, it's dangerous here!"
"Don't worry, brother, I won't hold you back!" Liu Ruyan said confidently, the copper bell in her hand ringing again, this time with a clearer and more melodious sound, accompanied by waves of soft light enveloping the surroundings. This power not only shocked the men in black robes but also brought some comfort to the warriors engaged in battle.
Just then, the mysterious young mage arrived. Seeing the scene before him, he smiled slightly and began chanting a spell, his fingertips emitting a dazzling white light. "Shield of Light!" As his shout fell, a solid energy barrier instantly appeared in front of Liu Ruyan, blocking all the black-robed man's subsequent attacks.
"You lot, don't bully the little girl." The young man spoke slowly, his voice deep yet full of authority. "Since you're here, stay and see if you have the ability to leave."
Upon seeing this, the black-robed man at the head snorted coldly, "Hmph, enough with the empty words, let's see how strong we are!" With that, he waved his hand and summoned several shadow spheres that floated in the air, ready to launch an attack at any moment.
The battle was about to erupt again, but on the other side, the elven hunters and soldiers had already dealt with most of the attacking mutated monsters and were rushing back to provide support. Just when everything seemed to have reached a stalemate, suddenly a strange and powerful energy fluctuation filled the sky above the entire village.
"This is..." Zhao De's expression changed. He sensed an unprecedentedly powerful force surging towards them. "Everyone, prepare your defenses!" he shouted, then turned his gaze to the young mage and Liu Ruyan, "You two stay by my side and protect each other!"
“No problem, brother!” Liu Ruyan nodded, her eyes shining with determination. At the same time, the young mage silently gathered his magic power, preparing to face the impending battle at any moment.
Suddenly, a gust of wind arose, scattering the fallen leaves across the ground. Immediately afterward, a figure streaked across the sky and landed before the crowd—a handsome man clad in magnificent silver armor, wielding a massive, flaming longsword, his eyes radiating unparalleled determination and courage.
“I am Ralph, a knight from afar,” he said in a deep and powerful voice, “and I have come to help when I learned that this place is threatened by the enemy.”
"Thank you very much!" Zhao De quickly replied, a renewed hope igniting in his heart. "Then, please fight alongside us to resist the enemy!"
“Of course.” Ralph nodded, then pointed his sword toward the depths of the dark forest ahead, where shadowy figures were constantly moving, clearly indicating that more enemy troops were gathering.
Just then, the witch in red rushed over from a distance, panting, and said, "A large number of enemies have appeared in the woods to the north, and they seem to be far more numerous than we imagined."
"Then we can only rely on teamwork, leveraging each other's strengths, and buying time," the mysterious mage calmly analyzed.
“That’s right,” Zhao De looked around at his companions and said firmly, “As long as we all unite, there are no difficulties we can’t overcome! Let’s set off now and face those unknown threats!”
Chapter 1244 Don't Act Alone
Chapter 1244 Don't Act Alone
"Brother, are we going too?" Liu Ruyan gripped the copper bell tightly in her hand, her face showing a hint of nervousness but even more courage.
"Of course, but remember to follow instructions and don't act alone," Zhao De instructed seriously yet gently.
"Okay!"
Thus, after a brief but significant conversation, this team, composed of various individuals, finally prepared to set off into the unknown and perilous territory...
"Let's go!" With Zhao De's order, everyone quickly moved towards the target location, preparing to meet the upcoming challenge.
And Liu Ruyan didn't forget to turn back to the unfamiliar knight with a smile and say, "Mr. Ralph, you must take good care of yourself~"
"Don't worry, little girl." Ralph gave a warm smile, his eyes as firm as steel. "Protecting yourself is everyone's responsibility, but you should be careful too."
The group quickly adjusted their formation. Zhao De and the elven hunter led the way, as they were most familiar with the terrain and could spot enemies at any time. The young mage and the red witch followed closely behind, providing ranged support and casting various auxiliary skills. Liu Ruyan and Ralph were positioned in the middle, one a keen observer and the other a formidable melee expert. At the rear were the remaining soldiers, shouldering the heavy responsibility of defense.
As they moved forward, the air grew increasingly tense, and the surrounding sounds gradually became low and eerie; even the birdsong faded away. "Can you feel it? The energy here is very strange..." the mysterious young mage murmured, a wary glint in his eyes.
“Indeed.” Zhao De nodded, stopped and listened for a while, then waved for everyone to slow down. He squatted down and carefully examined the marks on the ground. “Look here, there are obvious signs of large creatures stepping on them. They are heading in our direction.”
"What should we do?" a soldier asked anxiously.
Just then, a series of mournful roars suddenly echoed from the depths of the dark forest in the distance, as if some enormous creature was approaching. "Don't be afraid!" Ralph shouted encouragingly. "As long as we stay calm and fight side by side, there's no obstacle we can't overcome!"
Almost as soon as he finished speaking, several huge black shadows rushed out from the shade of the trees. They were a pack of more than a dozen wolves, several times taller than ordinary wild animals, with sharp teeth and claws!
"Spread out! Maintain formation and support each other!" Zhao De decisively ordered, then swung his longsword straight at a giant wolf; the elven hunter also drew his bow and arrow, shooting down two monsters in succession; the mage and the witch used fire and ice spells respectively to block the enemy's main attack route.
"Brother, be careful!" Seeing this, Liu Ruyan was not to be outdone. She waved the copper bell, creating another circle of light, bringing a brief moment of tranquility to the surroundings. "I'll light the way forward for everyone!"
With the help of the power of light, the team's combat strength was further enhanced. However, this didn't last long; despite continuous attacks, the number of giant wolves didn't seem to have decreased much. Moreover, enemies who had been lurking nearby joined the fray, making the situation extremely critical.
Chapter 1245 New Developments
Chapter 1245 New Developments
"This won't do! Continuing like this will only waste our energy..." Just as their side was about to fall into a passive situation, a blinding light suddenly descended from the sky, shattering several dark magic arrays within the encirclement. Then, Ralph's figure appeared before them like a divine warrior descending from the heavens. "Everyone, listen to my command: concentrate firepower to eliminate the most threatening targets recently, and then eliminate them one by one!"
Following instructions and regrouping, the battle became more organized. Although still fraught with difficulties, it gave everyone a greater sense of confidence. Finally, after a hard-fought battle, all the attacking mutated beasts were wiped out. Just as everyone was about to catch their breath—
"Watch out!" the vigilant red-clad witch warned. "There's new activity in the north!"
Before he could finish speaking, another chilling roar echoed from the depths of the forest. "Could that have just been a test?" the young mage asked, frowning.
"No matter who the opponent is, the most important thing now is to face the challenge head-on!" Facing the impending battle, Liu Ruyan gripped the copper bell tightly and looked at everyone around her. "Everyone, cheer up, let's get through this together!"
And so, on this perilous battlefield, a group of like-minded friends reunited...
"Let's go, let's march towards the unknown challenges." Zhao De clenched his fist and led the entire team to take firm steps.
At the back of the line, Liu Ruyan looked up at a patch of dark clouds gradually dissipating in the night sky, and the corners of her mouth involuntarily turned up slightly.
Liu Ruyan's lips curled into a slight smile, her heart filled with hope for the future. Although the road ahead was unknown and fraught with danger, she believed that as long as everyone worked together, no obstacle was insurmountable. She withdrew her gaze and caught up with the group.
The forest grew increasingly dark, filled with an indescribable sense of oppression. The group remained silent, the only sounds the soft rustling of leaves and the occasional low growl of an animal in the distance. A damp smell permeated the air, making even breathing feel heavy.
“We need to find a place to rest,” Zhao De suddenly said. He looked around and found a relatively open space not far ahead. “That should be fine.”
The group then proceeded to the clearing. There, they found a slightly dry spot to use as a temporary camp. The soldiers began setting up makeshift tents, while Liu Ruyan and the elf hunter kept watch to prevent any unforeseen events. The magician and the red-robed witch sat nearby, quietly discussing their next strategy.
"What kind of enemy do you think will come from the north?" the young mage asked, looking somewhat anxious.
The red-clad witch pondered for a moment before replying, "I sensed a familiar aura, but there's something else I can't quite put my finger on. Regardless, we need to be on our guard."
“Yes, I also sensed that familiar yet strange aura.” Liu Ruyan walked over and joined their conversation. “It might be caused by some new creature, or some kind of magic.”
Just then, Ralph approached, a gleaming greatsword in his hand, his expression serious. "We can't keep being led by the nose by the enemy," he said. "We must find their stronghold and annihilate them in one fell swoop."
Chapter 1246 Make the most of terrain advantages
Chapter 1246 Make the most of terrain advantages
"So what are your plans?" Zhao De looked at Ralph, waiting for his answer.
“We need someone to go scout around and see if we can find any clues about the other side.” Ralph looked around and finally his gaze fell on the elven hunter. “Are you willing to go? Your invisibility spell will allow us to gather intelligence right under the enemy’s nose.”
The elven hunter nodded and said softly, "I'm willing. But you must be careful not to let those guys take advantage of the situation while I'm away."
"Don't worry, with Ralph and me here, it's absolutely safe," Zhao De assured him, patting his chest.
Before leaving, Liu Ruyan walked up to the elf hunter and handed him a small bag. "Here are some special pills that can be used in emergencies to increase your speed and agility."
"Thank you, I'll need it." The elven hunter took the bag, nodded gratefully, and then turned and disappeared into the darkness.
Watching the direction the elven hunter had gone, Ralph sighed softly, then turned and walked towards the campfire. "Alright, everyone else, come and sit in a circle. Let's discuss what to do if we encounter a surprise attack."
The group sat in a circle, the atmosphere heavy. The red-clad witch produced a map, marking known safe routes and areas where enemies might lurk. "We must utilize the terrain as much as possible while maintaining communication to effectively counter this."
“Then let’s proceed according to this plan.” Zhao De clapped his hands to signal everyone to get up and prepare for bed, but he did not completely let his guard down. “We’ll deal with tomorrow’s problems tomorrow. Getting some rest is the most important thing right now.”
As the night deepened and everyone drifted off to sleep, except for those on duty who remained highly vigilant, Liu Ruyan, observing everything from the shadows, was wide awake. She looked up at the night sky, silently praying that the operation would proceed smoothly.
"I hope you return safely," she murmured to herself, her voice so soft it was almost inaudible...
"Shh! Someone's coming!" A soldier on lookout suddenly gave a soft warning, and the entire camp fell silent. Everyone quickly grabbed their weapons and prepared for battle...
Zhao De's eyes snapped open, his hand swiftly gripping the longsword at his waist. Everyone in the camp held their breath; even the occasional chirping of insects in the distance sounded jarring. Liu Ruyan's pupils contracted slightly; she stood up and warily surveyed her surroundings. Ralph tapped his chin lightly with his fingers, seemingly contemplating a strategy.
"Where?" Zhao De asked in a low voice, a hint of coldness in his eyes.
"Northwest, about twenty meters away," the soldier replied, pointing to a pitch-black forest path. The night was as thick as ink, and almost nothing could be seen.
"I'll go take a look," Zhao De said in a low voice. He slowly drew his long sword and carefully walked towards the northwest.
“Be careful,” the red-clad witch warned from behind, “Don’t let them spot you.”
Zhao De nodded and moved forward quietly. He kept his body as close to the ground as possible, using the surrounding shadows and trees for cover. As he drew closer, the sound of light footsteps grew clearer. Zhao De stopped, listened intently, and his heart raced.
Chapter 1247 Extreme Variables
Chapter 1247 Extreme Variables
Just then, a blurry figure suddenly appeared in his line of sight. The figure seemed unaware that he had been discovered and continued to move slowly. Zhao De narrowed his eyes and gripped his longsword tightly.
"Who's there?" Zhao De shouted sharply, his voice echoing through the night and among the trees.
The shadow abruptly stopped and turned to look in Zhao De's direction. In the moonlight, a familiar face appeared on the figure—it was the elven hunter who had left earlier!
"It's you?" Zhao De was slightly surprised, and his grip on the long sword loosened a little.
The elven hunter nodded, then strode towards Zhao De, his face pale. "The situation isn't good," he said in a low voice. "I've found their headquarters, and it's much stronger than we thought."
"Tell me the details," Zhao De gestured for him to return to the camp first.
Back at the camp, everyone gathered around, eagerly listening to the elf hunter recount the findings of their reconnaissance.
“They number around a hundred, are well-equipped, and seem to have mages helping to reinforce their defenses,” the elven hunter said. “More importantly, they have discovered our location and are planning a surprise attack.”
Upon hearing this, everyone's expression darkened. Liu Ruyan frowned and looked at everyone with concern: "It seems that this operation has become much more complicated. We need to reassess the plan."