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Following Zhao De's instructions, the group began to proceed along the winding stream. Despite the beautiful natural scenery around them, everyone's mood was unusually heavy. The children still wore expressions of curiosity and excitement, while the adults frowned, worried about the unknown dangers that were about to unfold.
At the head of the group stood the mysterious young man, his eyes scanning the surroundings warily, occasionally muttering incantations as if trying to sense enemy movements with magic. Beside him followed several young warriors, who, though nervous, gradually gained confidence under the young man's guidance.
Suddenly, a nimble girl carrying a bow and arrow whispered, "I feel something's wrong... It's too quiet here." As soon as she finished speaking, the faint sound of footsteps and the scraping of metal came from afar. Clearly, the enemy had noticed their escape route and was quickly giving chase.
"Everyone hide! Young man, what should we do now?" Zhao De asked in a deep voice.
Chapter 1082 We'll Cover the Rear
Chapter 1082 We'll Cover the Rear
The young man calmly analyzed the current situation. "We need to find a suitable place to fight and temporarily hold off the pursuers." He then pointed to a small hill not far away. "The terrain there is good. If we set up traps and ambushes there, it should cause some trouble for the enemy."
One villager couldn't help but interject, "Young man, are you sure this method will work? What if they have superior firepower..."
Another elder calmed everyone down, saying, "Stop arguing. We don't have many options left. Instead of waiting to die, let's take a gamble!" He then nodded to the young man in support, "Good idea! We'll do it with you."
Soon, under the magician's guidance, everyone worked together to set up various roadblocks and concealed fortifications. At this time, the enemy army could be vaguely seen on the horizon, and the leading cavalry had already reached the foot of this high ground.
"They came so fast!" a young soldier exclaimed.
"Don't be afraid, just proceed according to the original plan." The young man smiled slightly, his eyes full of determination.
Just as the two sides were about to clash, a loud, clear, and melodious female voice, like the sound of silver bells, suddenly rang out from afar:
"Hey, hey, hey~ This guy's gone too far! How dare he bully so many innocent people?! Stop right now! Or I won't be so polite!"
The speaker was none other than the woman with whom they had briefly spoken—she had somehow appeared in the sky above the battlefield, now dressed in a full set of magnificent armor, and wielding a radiant sword pointed directly at the enemy below.
This scene astonished everyone present. "My God... so she's the real master!" someone exclaimed involuntarily.
Seeing this, the group of pursuers, who had been aggressively rushing forward to resolve the battle, immediately stopped. One of the men, who appeared to be the captain, frowned and asked his companion, "Does anyone know where this crazy woman came from? And can anyone tell me who that strange kid is?!"
Just as everyone was stunned, the alluring yet majestic figure in the air spoke again:
"Hmph... It's fine if you don't want to know~ Because I'm about to show you what I'm made of~ Take this!" With that, he brandished his longsword, slicing through the sky and diving downwards...
Seeing that a fierce battle was inevitable, the young man turned to his companion and said, "Let's take this opportunity to get out of here quickly. Remember, no matter what happens, stay alert and help each other."
Zhao De nodded in agreement: "Understood. Hopefully, this brave lady can buy us some precious time."
"Quickly, while they're still in chaos!" the young man said urgently in a low voice, his gaze resolute. His decision earned him the respect and trust of everyone around him.
Just as everyone was quickly retreating, a little boy tripped over a stone and fell, his scream making everyone around him tense. "Oh no, be careful!" A young mother hurriedly helped her child up from the ground, her voice trembling with anxiety, "Don't be afraid, baby, Mommy's here."
Hearing this sudden change, several soldiers immediately returned to prepare for battle, fearing that this unexpected turn of events would expose the entire unit. "No! You all go! We'll cover your retreat!" one of them shouted to his comrades. At this moment, the woman in her magnificent attire had completely drawn the enemy's attention.
Chapter 1083 is filled with uncertainty.
Chapter 1083 is filled with uncertainty.
Meanwhile, the female expert in the sky above the battlefield seemed to have noticed what was happening here.
"Haha, those kids over there are so brave!" Her laughter, like the clear sound of wind chimes in the morning light, pierced through the noise and commotion of the battlefield. "Don't worry, kids~ I'll take care of your troubles right away!"
As she spoke, the longsword in her hand shone brightly, like a bolt of lightning slicing through the night sky and striking several enemies who were trying to approach the child.
Seeing this, the villagers were all amazed: "That's incredible..."
"My God, is this what a hero is? Fighting so many enemies all by himself!"
"If it weren't for the two of them, we'd probably be..."
At that very moment, cracks began to appear in the once relentless and aggressive enemy.
"Captain, should we reconsider?" a timid-looking soldier in the crowd tentatively asked. "This woman doesn't seem easy to deal with..."
Faced with his subordinates' doubts, the leading officer's face turned ashen: "Keep chasing them!"
But his tone revealed obvious hesitation.
“But…” Just as another soldier was about to speak again, he was stopped by the person next to him, “Don’t say any more, brother, saving your life is the most important thing.”
At this moment, the villagers who were watching all this unfolding from afar felt a surge of hope.
"This is wonderful! I never expected to meet such a great hero to help me." The elderly man said with deep emotion, "Perhaps God still has pity on us poor people."
Just as the tension and anticipation were building, Zhao De led everyone to the entrance of a hidden cave. "This is one of the temporary shelters. Go inside and hide for now while we wait for our chance," he explained.
Just as everyone was filing in, a boy suddenly stopped and turned to look at the female warrior who was still holding off the enemy's attack. "Brother Zhao De, will that sister be alright?" The boy's innocent voice was full of concern.
To this question, Zhao De could only offer reassuring words, "Don't worry, with her abilities, there won't be any major problems." But deep down, however, a complex and indescribable emotion welled up within him…
As the last rays of the setting sun gradually disappeared behind the mountain peaks, the surroundings became increasingly quiet.
Inside the cave, people sat together, comforting and encouraging each other. "I wonder what the situation is like outside..."
Just as the air seemed to freeze to the point where they could almost hear each other's heartbeats, a slight noise suddenly came from outside the cave.
"Who...who's here?" a woman asked tremblingly, and everyone's nerves were once again stretched to the limit...
Then came a series of slightly hurried footsteps approaching. "Don't panic, it's me!"
A familiar and powerful voice broke the oppressive feeling of unknown fear in the darkness—it was the young man who had fought bravely and had not yet returned, yet whom everyone missed dearly.
Standing next to him was the girl who had disappeared shortly after parting ways with everyone!
Even though her face was covered in mud, she still had a smile on her face. "Hey guys, we're all fine, don't worry! But I'm afraid there are still more tough challenges waiting for us."
The girl's lighthearted tone eased everyone's worries.
Chapter 1084 Their Whereabouts Will Not Be Exposed
Chapter 1084 Their Whereabouts Will Not Be Exposed
Upon hearing this, although some doubts still lingered in their minds, they had finally found a reliable leader to guide them on the path forward. Gradually, the discussions subsided, replaced by various hopes and expectations for the future...
The following morning, as the first rays of dawn illuminated the cave, all the villagers had already gathered in the open space outside the entrance. At that moment, Zhao De and the girl stood on a high place, their eyes fixed resolutely on each of them.
"Friends, we know that what lies ahead is full of unknowns and dangers, but as long as we unite, there is no obstacle we cannot overcome," Zhao De said. "Last night, she and I discussed a plan that might give us a chance to win. However, this plan requires the strength of everyone."
A commotion arose in the crowd; everyone was eager to know what the plan was all about.
"We will send out several reconnaissance teams to investigate the surrounding area to ensure our whereabouts are not exposed. At the same time, we need to establish an effective early warning system so that we can react immediately in the event of enemy activity," the girl added, her tone firm yet gentle.
“But the most crucial step is to create a thick fog to cover the entire valley, causing the enemy to lose their way in the fog, and we can use this opportunity to relocate.” A sly glint appeared in Zhao De’s eyes.
A murmur of surprise and confusion arose from the crowd, and someone couldn't help but ask, "So much fog? How can you... stay dry in this kind of weather..."
“Don’t worry,” the girl said confidently, “this is one of the great heroes we mentioned last night, who has the ability to control nature.”
"So what we need now is for everyone to trust and support each other, and work together according to the division of labor, and everything will go smoothly."
Just as everyone was nervously preparing for the upcoming challenge, a young soldier ran up to Zhao De, panting, and reported an emergency: "It's bad! The reconnaissance team just returned and said they've discovered a new enemy force, large in number and seemingly well-equipped. More importantly..."
He paused for a moment, took a deep breath, and continued, "The one leading them is the officer who fled earlier! They'll probably be here soon!"
Upon hearing this news, everyone present felt their hearts sink.
"It seems the enemy hasn't given us much time to prepare." Zhao De pondered for a moment, then looked at the girl beside him, whose expression was equally grave. "We have no choice but to act ahead of schedule. Notify everyone to start the plan immediately!"
"Listen up, everyone!" Zhao De's voice boomed through the valley like thunder, immediately drawing everyone's attention. "The reconnaissance team ahead has brought urgent intelligence. The enemy may be here soon! We must activate the plan immediately. Time is short, everyone get moving!"
Xiao Li hurriedly asked, "Then what should we do? How can we fight such a powerful enemy?" His eyes flashed with anxiety and unease.
The girl stepped forward, her gaze sweeping over the crowd, and said firmly, "We will proceed according to the plan we discussed last night. First, I will begin casting a spell to create a thick fog, ensuring the entire valley is covered. Please stay as far away from my vicinity as possible to avoid being affected."
As soon as she finished speaking, the girl clasped her hands together and softly chanted an ancient incantation, a mysterious power surging from within her. Gradually, thick fog spread through the valley, quickly engulfing everything in its path.
Chapter 1085 Escape from Danger
Chapter 1085 Escape from Danger
An old farmer stood in the crowd, watching the miracle before him and exclaiming in amazement, "My goodness, it's truly amazing! It turns out that woman really does have such incredible abilities... Whether we can escape today depends entirely on her!"
Another young woman held her young child tightly, her eyes filled with a mixture of worry and hope. "My child, Mommy will definitely protect you. I believe this sister can help us get through this disaster..."
Just then, a young yet powerful voice came from the crowd—
"Uncles and aunts, don't be afraid! As long as we work together, there's no difficulty we can't overcome!" said Mingyue, the bravest child in the village. "I believe that our older brothers and sisters can definitely lead us out of this predicament!"
The little girl's words, though simple, struck a chord deep within people's hearts. Many adults, who had initially been heavy-hearted, were touched by her innocent attitude and smiled encouragingly.
As the fog gradually dissipated, faint flashes of light could be seen through the hazy mist, clearly indicating that the enemy was attempting to penetrate the eerie and intense aura. At the same time, Zhao De led several agile men to stealthily approach the enemy camp, preparing for a surprise attack; the others, according to pre-arranged plans, were assigned to guard key entrances and construct temporary fortifications…
Just as everyone was preparing for battle, they suddenly heard a lot of footsteps in the distance—it seemed that, as previously reported, a large number of elite armed troops were approaching!
Zhao De immediately waved to signal everyone to prepare mentally for the final charge, then turned to the girl and said, "Are you sure you can hold on? Once the battle starts, there's no turning back." His words were both a question and a reminder.
The latter nodded slightly in affirmation, then slowly replied, "Don't worry, Brother Zhao, I won't give up as long as I have a little strength left. Besides... I have all of you by my side."
At this moment, all around was silent, with only the occasional breeze carrying the faint scent of earth gently brushing against one's face; and not far away, a great battle destined to be recorded in history was about to unfold...
Just as the battle was about to break out, a reconnaissance soldier rushed over, panting, and said:
"No...this is bad! I discovered they're carrying strange new weapons! And it seems they have skilled fighters with them..."
Everyone gasped upon hearing this—it seemed that what they were about to face was far more than just a matter of numerical superiority…
The reconnaissance team member's words were like a bomb, exploding in the valley and instantly shattering the tense and solemn atmosphere. The group exchanged bewildered glances, a sense of unease and fear rising within them.