Dark clouds loomed at the edge of the sky, thunder rumbled, and the war was fiercely intense from the very beginning. The mingling scents of blood and scorched earth filled the air, as Ling Qi and Internal Energy surged, creating visible ripples that intertwined and collided above the battlefield, radiating a heart-stirring glow.
The soldiers of the Chita Legion donned fiery red armor, resembling flames that burned fiercely. In contrast, the warriors of Di Sha Zhan Bu were clad in black armor, akin to reapers from the realm of You Ming. The various techniques of both sides clashed violently, erupting in deafening roars.
General Batu stood at the forefront of the battlefield, clad in armor and wielding a longsword, his gaze piercing as if he could see through all illusions. Behind him, the warriors of the Chita Legion stood ready, each gripping their Wu Lan tightly, their eyes glinting with determination and fervor.
"Charge!" With a command from General Batu, the soldiers of the Chita Legion surged forward like a tidal wave against the enemy. As the two armies met in close combat, techniques driven by Ling Qi and Internal Energy collided in midair, bursting forth with dazzling brilliance.
On the battlefield, Ling Qi and Internal Energy wove an enormous net that enveloped everything within. The techniques of both sides intertwined and clashed in midair, forming radiant spiritual lights that illuminated the night sky. Yet beneath this beautiful spectacle lay a brutal struggle; every moment saw lives falling and cries of anguish echoing.
A general under General Batu wielded a Wolf Tooth Spear, leading the charge with unmatched ferocity. Countless Eagle Wing Guard soldiers fell before him; for a time, no one could withstand his onslaught. Just then, Chen Feng charged forward.
Like lightning, Chen Feng darted to the center of the battlefield, confronting General Batu's general head-on. He held his spear firmly against the general's Wolf Tooth Spear, advancing rather than retreating. The spear danced gracefully, its cold gleam weaving through the air as it met the general's strikes head-on.
The two powerful forces collided in midair; Ling Qi and Internal Energy surged forth, erupting in brilliant light. Chen Feng's spear technique was ethereal and agile; every move embodied the might of heaven and earth. In contrast, each strike from the general's Wolf Tooth Spear was heavy and forceful, as if it could tear through space itself.
Their figures intertwined at incredible speeds, leaving spectators breathless. Back and forth they exchanged blows, locked in a fierce struggle that seemed impossible to resolve.
Chen Feng watched as the enemy's army mobilized once again and immediately gathered his spirit, shouting, "Sound the retreat!" The Eagle Wing Guard began to withdraw; this was their third ambush on the Vanguard Army.
The results were significant. They had greatly slowed the enemy's pace and inflicted considerable damage. Chen Feng glanced at his old rival, Batu, and a cold smile crept across his face. He quickly led his men along the planned route into the depths of the mountains.
At that moment, General Batu was leading the Chita Legion in a fierce charge, only to see the black-clad, swift-moving, well-trained Eagle Wing Guard vanish from his sight.
Batu gritted his teeth in frustration. The Eagle Wing Guard had ambushed his Vanguard Army three times already, causing heavy losses. Because of these three ambushes, the Chita Legion's advance had been forced to slow down, preventing them from swiftly occupying Silver Moon Mountain as Azure Wolf King desired.
"Damn the Eagle Wing Guard! When did they become so strong?" General Batu cursed angrily. This unit moved like ghosts, appearing at critical moments to deliver devastating blows to their enemies.
Beside him, his deputy expressed confusion, "The last time we fought them, we even killed their Captain. But this time not only is their Captain formidable, but even those substitutes can trade blows with us one for seven!"
Just then, a messenger clad in luxurious attire rode up on a tall horse beside them. "General Batu, why is your speed so slow? How long do you expect Azure Wolf King to wait for you?" The messenger's tone was filled with impatience and threat.
He clearly regarded Batu as nothing more than a tool to fulfill orders.
Batu felt a surge of anger at those words. He understood the difficulty of his situation; he had to face the enemy's stubborn resistance while also dealing with pressure from Azure Wolf King.
"I understand Azure Wolf King's intentions," General Batu replied in a deep voice. "But the messenger also knows how cunning the Eagle Wing Guard is. They have ambushed my Vanguard Army three times already, causing me heavy losses. I need time to prepare to ensure everything goes smoothly."
The messenger sneered in response. "Time? General Batu, how much time do you think Azure Wolf King will give you? Let me tell you this: if you can't secure Shen Lan, then you can forget about being a general!"
Though filled with rage, Batu found himself at a loss for what to do. He instructed the messenger beside him to prepare all the soldiers, declaring that if the Eagle Wing Guard dared to come again, regardless of the cost, they must be left behind! This time, he would make them pay a heavy price!
The messenger immediately took the order. Meanwhile, Chen Feng, who had just gained an advantage, was about to make another move when he was hastily stopped by Chen Moxuan. With a grave expression and furrowed brows, as if he could foresee the future, Chen Moxuan spoke in a low voice: "Chen Feng, our success in the last three attempts was purely by luck. The Chita Legion is now anxious and desperate, which has given us an opportunity. But remember, three times is the limit; if we take another risk, we may face their furious counterattack."
Hearing this, Chen Feng frowned slightly, a flicker of unwillingness crossing his eyes. Yet he understood that Chen Moxuan's words were not unfounded. He pressed his lips together and ultimately suppressed his restlessness, asking, "So are we to stop here?"
Chen Moxuan shook his head, his gaze deep as if contemplating something. After a moment, a meaningful smile crept onto his lips: "No, we will change our approach. The Chita Legion is three days away from Anque City; they must be exhausted by now and their vigilance will be lowered. We can take advantage of the night to harass them, keeping them from resting and wearing down their will and energy."
Chen Feng's eyes lit up at this suggestion but then hesitated: "Nighttime harassment? That’s indeed a good idea, but how exactly should we implement it?"
With a slight smile, Chen Moxuan confidently replied: "We can select elite soldiers to form small teams and use the cover of night to infiltrate around their camp. There’s no need for direct confrontation; we just need to create noise—throwing stones or shooting arrows at their tents—keeping them awake all night long. If we do this for several nights in a row, they will surely become exhausted and demoralized, allowing us to find another opportunity."
After listening to this plan, Chen Feng nodded in agreement, already calculating in his mind. That night, under the dark moon and strong winds, Chen Feng personally led a small team composed of the most agile warriors from the Eagle Wing Guard to stealthily approach the Chita Legion's camp.
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