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In an instant, everyone began to move. Leading the charge was the human Youth wielding the Fire Stick. This time, they were going to engage in close combat with the Beast Tide of the demon race.
"Bang, bang, bang, bang, bang." From a hundred steps away, the Fire Stick in the humans' hands unleashed its power.
The enormous roar of the Fire Stick echoed at the foot of the mountain, as countless shells pierced through the air like raindrops, striking towards the Beast Tide.
Amidst the explosive sounds and flashes of light, the leading members of the Beast Tide fell in response. They had never encountered such a weapon before; its power was greater than that of arrows and quite terrifying. The shock of its sound weakened their spirits even if they were not killed, instilling a sense of fear.
However, the number of the Beast Tide was overwhelming; they filled the entire field of vision. Once they charged forward, it seemed endless, and their momentum was still quite intimidating.
Lu Chen and his companions did not hesitate and immediately joined the battlefield, including Lu Chen's trusted aides and Yuanmo Laozu, each showcasing their own abilities.
Lian Dashuang gripped his Azure Edge Sword, rolling forward several steps before standing up and thrusting it out. He instantly killed a member of the demon race with a fluid motion.
Lian Dashuang's technique was cunning, and his movements were as agile as a Raccoon—quick to arrive and quick to leave.
Old Mu was different; he swung his large cleaver, advancing left and right, brutally hacking at members of the demon race. Many beasts were cleaved in half by him; Old Mu's methods were brutal.
As for Yuanmo Laozu, he had already manifested his true form, towering over ten feet tall. He weaved through the enemy ranks effortlessly, unstoppable; any careless moment could lead to being crushed underfoot into a bloody pulp.
At this moment, Lu Chen did not manifest his Yin Spirit to confront the enemy. He dared not use spells because the surrounding chaos posed an invisible counter to his magic.
Thus, Lu Chen was acting as a Qi Master at around mid-level Divine Power Body. His weapon was the Moon King's Blade.
During this time, Lu Chen also unleashed a killing spree without holding back. It had been a long time since he had fought so freely; this time was an exception.
In a short period, they found themselves surrounded by the Beast Tide. Indeed, surrounded—everywhere he looked were members of the beast race: various grotesque creatures with animal heads and human bodies or vice versa, all looking extremely fierce.
Everyone displayed their skills without reservation because this was a crucial battle. The entire pursuit of the Beast Tide depended on this moment.
If they failed here, then the entire plan would be indefinitely postponed or permanently shelved.
Having separated from the Thunder Cannon, if they could not defeat the beast race here, it would clearly indicate that their strength was insufficient to contend in the north.
Before coming, Lu Chen had issued a death order, insisting that they hold their ground until the Ape Demon Clan climbed up from behind the mountain and then launched a surprise attack, coordinating with the main force.
Sure enough, after holding out for an hour, Lu Chen and his team welcomed reinforcements, which were also from the Ape Army.
At this point, the main force led by Lu Chen had already suffered significant casualties, reaching as many as fifty or sixty. Most had died in the chaotic battle, their bodies trampled or torn apart by the beastmen, leaving no complete corpses behind.
However, the reinforcements finally arrived. From the mountains behind the Beast Tide, one fierce Ape Demon after another charged down the slope. Their momentum was terrifying as they swung their massive stone clubs, ready to devour the Beast Tide.
The members of the Ape Demon Clan were so intimidating because they saw Yuanmo Laozu being besieged and in a critical state, which fueled their anger and boosted their morale.
Thousands of warriors from the Ape Demon Clan charged down from the mountain, roaring as they entered the rear of the Beast Tide. They were unstoppable and invincible; many beasts were lifted and torn in half or thrown away to their deaths.
Some cunning beasts jumped onto the backs of the Ape Demon Warriors, attempting to use an ant attacking an elephant strategy to surround them.
But the Ape Demon Clan was simply too powerful. Their arms were strong and long, swinging left and right with nothing able to withstand them.
The tens of thousands of Beast Tide immediately split into two halves under the impact of the Ape Demon Clan—one half to the left and one half to the right.
Most of these beastmen remained fierce and bloodthirsty, showing signs of hunger as they craved human flesh and sought to slaughter the Ape Demon Clan.
However, just as they were separated, Eighteen Dragonbone Chariots encircled from both flanks and began to decimate the divided Beast Tide.
Tens of thousands of Beast Tide were successfully split apart and annihilated rapidly.
They had already fallen into despair as they watched one companion after another fall to the ground, unable to rise again, which disheartened them further.
At the foot of the mountain, cries of battle echoed loudly. The teams that Lu Chen had dispatched regrouped successfully and effectively struck at the recently gathered Beast Tide, achieving their plan with great success.
The battle continued until nightfall. After sunset, darkness enveloped the area as tens of thousands of Beast Tide were slaughtered completely, leaving behind a ground covered in corpses and blood—a gruesome scene.
In the end, victory was theirs. The remaining beastmen surrendered without resistance, lowering their heads and lying on the ground in utter despair.
The gathered Rupture Beast Tide's Demon Tribe Leader was captured alive, and Lu Chen personally met with it.
Lu Chen did not kill it; instead, he released it along with all the surrendered captives, allowing them to return immediately.
Everyone expressed confusion over this action, especially Yuanmo Laozu, who was somewhat angry because he believed it was a joke with the lives of their people. Why let the tiger return to the mountain?
In response, Lu Chen explained that regardless of whether this was letting the tiger return to the mountain, it would be absolutely beneficial for them to continue advancing northward.
Why is that? Because once they returned to Piltover, they would spread the news along the way that they had escaped from Lu Chen's hands. They would convey information about Lu Chen's combat strength and how they had been encircled, sharing tales of the overwhelming might they had witnessed, ensuring that most members of the beast tribes would hear it.
Lu Chen wanted to prove that he was not a mindless killer and to demonstrate how fierce and powerful his group was, making sure that the beast tribes understood this so that they would be terrified and lose their will to resist.
Furthermore, while one person might not be believed, if more people spread this message, those who wished to refute it or were skeptical would have no choice but to believe it.
Lu Chen's forces had not yet reached Piltover, but tales of their exploits had already begun to quietly circulate, spreading everywhere for all to know.
After hearing Lu Chen's words, most people remained skeptical, some completely confused, while only a few believed that Lu Chen's actions were more beneficial than harmful and worth it.
However, Lu Chen could not concern himself with these opinions. As the core of the team, he had to ensure his words held weight and establish absolute authority.
Thus, Lu Chen issued a stern order: anyone who dared to discuss this matter further would face execution, whether they were among the humans of Youth or from the Ape Demon Clan, or even some high-ranking individuals.
Once this order was given, everyone immediately fell silent; no one dared to discuss it again because they all knew Lu Chen meant what he said—he would kill without hesitation.
After one battle, everyone set up camp at the foot of the mountain. After preparing food and eating their fill, they rested there for the night.
The losses from today's battle were somewhat severe for Lu Chen's side, with casualties exceeding one hundred. Among them, several dozen had died; those who perished were mostly unaccounted for and likely mixed in with the remains of the demon tribe.
Despite this, Lu Chen ordered that they must collect any body fragments they could find and bundle them together to bring back to the city for cremation. The ashes would then be interred in Central Plains.
To die on the battlefield and return home wrapped in horsehide is a dream for all warriors, especially for soldiers engaged in frontline combat.
The command from Lu Chen naturally invigorated the morale, as even in death, their ashes would be sent back to the Central Plains for burial.
As for the injured, they were treated with even greater care, being sent back to the city for medical attention at the first opportunity.
This created an atmosphere within Lu Chen's team that was fearless in battle, unafraid of death, and undeterred by challenges.
The team continued to advance, with the formation unchanged; the Ape Demon Clan served as the vanguard, leading the way.
Following them were nineteen Dragonbone Chariots flanking on both sides, encircling as they moved forward, ready to support the vanguard and execute a surrounding tactic together.
Lu Chen's main force was naturally at the core, advancing leisurely.
At this moment, there was no rush, as Lu Chen was waiting for the released captives to spread word of his benevolence—offering mercy and ensuring that those who surrendered would not be killed—along with tales of his formidable strength, disseminating this information around Piltover.
After more than ten days of exhausting travel, covering thousands of miles through mountains, rivers, and plains, they were finally getting closer to Piltover.
Moreover, Lu Chen could faintly sense that the Minotaur was approaching; he must have gathered a portion of the Beast Tide again, preparing for a decisive battle against him.
This would once again be a battle of unequal forces!
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