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However, this time everyone did not relax for long. After discussions between Lu Chen and Yuanmo Laozu, they ultimately reached an important decision that left all those who had just begun to feel at ease in shock once again, unable to believe their ears: they would pursue the Beast Clan.
Indeed, taking advantage of the current opportunity, the Beast Clan had just retreated not long ago, their morale shattered, making it an unstable moment.
On Lu Chen's side, there were not many casualties; they relied entirely on the power of mechanisms. Therefore, it was naturally time to pursue and retaliate against the Beast Clan.
What a bold decision it was to counterattack the Beast Clan! It took immense courage to make such a choice, using their limited strength to retaliate against the Beast Clan while bearing enormous pressure.
However, this was indeed the case. Lu Chen and Yuanmo Laozu made this decision after careful consideration.
Once the order was given, the entire city began to operate again, bustling with activity.
First, a group of craftsmen operated machinery to remove the corpses of the beasts from around the city, transporting them to a distant location for cremation or deep burial.
This was undoubtedly a massive undertaking that would likely take several nights to complete. It was essential work; otherwise, if the corpses began to decay, it could lead to outbreaks of plagues and infectious diseases.
Meanwhile, another group began preparing supplies, placing them on specialized mechanisms and moving them toward the direction where the Beast Clan had retreated.
"Before the army moves, provisions must be prepared." This is a fundamental principle of warfare; supplies are of utmost importance.
An army relies on its supplies; in fact, battles can be fought over resources. If supplies keep up, there is a chance for victory; if they do not, morale will falter and defeat is inevitable.
There was no need to worry about supply preparations in the city; there was enough for ten years because consumption was low. They primarily relied on mechanisms, which did not require food.
This time included members of the Ape Demon Clan as well; they would also join in the pursuit as vanguards.
The Ape Demon Clan would serve as the vanguard while Dragonbone Chariots split into two groups of nine, positioned on either flank to encircle and outmaneuver.
The core team, led by Lu Chen, is the main force and the leadership of the entire pursuit army. They are responsible for issuing commands and dealing with the enemy's high-ranking officials, which is crucial.
Additionally, the Thunder Cannon cannot be taken away. The Thunder Cannon itself is immobile; it must stay where it is set up. Moving it would be extremely troublesome.
Moreover, such powerful weaponry is needed to surround the city. What if the Beast Clan has some schemes and tries to launch a surprise attack? Therefore, the Thunder Cannon will remain in the city for use.
As for the Thunderbolts, Lu Chen will only take two with him, while the other two will stay in the air above the city to ensure its safety and protect everything without negligence.
This is the overall arrangement for the pursuit. Next comes personnel allocation. Yue Shaoting will remain in the city to oversee its normal operations.
As for the others, Lu Chen plans to take them all along, allowing them to gain experience, especially his two crucial confidants: Old Mu and Lian Dashuang.
Over the years, they have learned a lot from Lu Chen, both in combat and wisdom, receiving his true teachings. It is time for them to showcase their skills.
Now Old Mu has also received a large blade that Lu Chen brought back from the Demon Thirteen Tombs. Old Mu is strong and robust, making him well-suited for such a weapon.
Old Mu himself prefers this type of weapon, particularly large blades or spears, which are his favorites.
Lian Dashuang has also received a treasured sword, which Lu Chen brought back from the Yin Yang Gate for him to use. Combined with his swordsmanship, it possesses tremendous power and can temporarily withstand an expert with a Divine Power Body.
That night, after enduring the ravages of war, the city became extremely quiet. Everything around was silent with no disturbances.
This clearly indicates that the Beast Clan has truly retreated without any tricks or schemes. With this assurance, Lu Chen can pursue the Beast Clan with greater confidence.
Early the next morning, before dawn broke, the Ape Demon Clan was the first to leave and set off on the path taken by the Beast Clan.
The Ape Demon Clan, originally few in number, suffered heavy casualties during the raid led by Yuanmo Laozu in the north, leaving only a few hundred remaining. After some time of rest and healing for the injured, along with natural growth within the clan, their numbers have now exceeded one thousand.
The Ape Demon Clan members are tall and imposing, considered leaders among the various beast tribes. Although they number only around one thousand, they present a formidable sight, dark and intimidating in their mass.
Subsequently, the Eighteen Dragonbone Chariots also moved out, splitting into two teams along different routes, each consisting of nine chariots.
Next came the main force led by Lu Chen and other core figures and high-ranking members, who set out to pursue the Northern Beast Tribe after careful planning and arrangements.
The path taken by the beast tribe left very clear traces, making it unnecessary to scout or send light cavalry ahead; they could simply follow along without any risk of error.
Along the way, they occasionally captured one or two straggling injured beasts. Their injuries were not life-threatening but affected crucial areas, making movement extremely difficult.
Currently, the beast tribe was severely weakened and could no longer attend to these stragglers. With their injuries preventing them from keeping pace, they naturally fell behind.
After the advance party captured them, Lu Chen did not order their extermination but instead set them aside to fend for themselves. In this regard, Lu Chen showed mercy.
After all, these creatures had once harbored ambitions to annihilate cities or had murderous intentions. However, that was in the past; Lu Chen did not intend to kill them now, which was an act of compassion.
The speed of the pursuing force was not particularly fast, but within a short span of time, they caught up with the slower-moving group of beasts. They offered little resistance and were forced to surrender under the assault of the Ape Demon Clan.
For these creatures, Lu Chen again refrained from executing them; instead, he dispersed them and allowed them to return to nature to survive.
This group consisted of beasts that were neither severely injured nor completely intact but were nonetheless hindered by their wounds and unable to keep up with their main force. This is why Lu Chen and his companions managed to catch up with them.
After dealing with them, Lu Chen and his team continued forward, traversing mountains and rivers over hundreds of miles.
However, no matter how treacherous and difficult the road ahead may be, it cannot stop the advance of the pursuing troops. The further they move forward, the more morale rises, as the moment of triumph is approaching.
After about three or four hours, they were almost at the southernmost point, ready to officially enter northern territory.
Finally, Lu Chen caught up with the Beast Clan's forces. They were taken by surprise at his pursuit, completely unprepared for it.
The Ape Demon Clan relied on their formidable combat strength, resulting in one massacre after another. Once the Ape Demon Clan took action, they were extremely ruthless; no one could withstand their bloodthirsty advance, which seemed to be in their nature.
Lu Chen had some thoughts about this, but seeing Yuanmo Laozu's indifferent expression, he ultimately decided to let it go.
Upon reflection, it was indeed true that the Beast Clan had brought him considerable trouble. The Minotaurs and other high-ranking members of the Beast Clan were very fierce and cunning. If he did not show them a bit of strength, it would likely be difficult for the city to function normally in the future, constantly living under a shadow of terror.
At this moment, the high-ranking members of the Beast Clan still had no idea that their Beast Tide forces had already been pursued and slaughtered.
At this time, the high-ranking members of the Beast Clan, including Minotaurs, Demon Sculptors, and Water Demons, should have already arrived at the Demon Kingdom.
However, the Demon Kingdom no longer existed; there was only an alliance led by the Minotaurs—the Myriad Beasts Alliance.
But what difference did this make to Lu Chen and his group? There was hardly any distinction at all.
The Minotaurs possessed a World Gate and moved at great speed, so they must have returned to the alliance early with many high-ranking members of the Beast Clan, now engulfed in sorrow over their defeat.
Lu Chen's pursuing troops advanced like a hot knife through butter; no Beast Tide could withstand their march.
These Beast Tides had originally been united in purpose; especially when they arrived, there was nothing that could stand in their way.
However, the situation is different now. The Beastmen have suffered heavy losses online, with countless casualties, and their morale has long since collapsed. The troops are scattered everywhere; some have fallen, while others have fled to the front lines. Thus, the current Beastmen are no longer the same as before; they are merely a group of lambs awaiting slaughter.
Lu Chen leads this pursuit team deep into the north, killing gods when encountering them and killing Buddhas when meeting them.
It was not until three or four days later that news reached the higher-ups of the Myriad Beasts Alliance.
When this news was transmitted, almost all the high-ranking members of the Beastmen were shaken because they never expected Lu Chen to launch an attack on them at this time.
The speed and pace of this assault were simply too fast, like thunder, leaving no time to contemplate.
But by the time they reacted, Lu Chen's pursuit team was only about five hundred miles away from the headquarters of the Myriad Beasts Alliance.
The headquarters of the Myriad Beasts Alliance is also a city where various races conduct trade and transactions. This city is called Piltover.
Piltover serves as the commercial trading center of the entire north, as various races have established halls here and stationed personnel.
The high-level meetings of the Myriad Beasts Alliance are also held here; whenever it is time, they gather in this place.
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