At the edge of the jungle, Vick directed the working goats. Despite the slow progress, each wooden spike was carefully placed on the ground, aiming to build a preliminary defense line. Although these simple spike traps were not enough to determine the outcome of the battle, they could unexpectedly play a significant role in combat, at least buying them valuable time.
Meanwhile, Van Loon led the combat squad deep into the forest, searching for suitable hiding places in the dense area, preparing for a surprise attack. Van Loon's plan was to launch the first round of guerrilla warfare against the enemy's reconnaissance team when they entered a five-kilometer area outside the goat territory, taking advantage of the terrain. Van Loon knew that if they could disrupt the enemy's reconnaissance formation at the first opportunity, it would not only effectively lower the morale of human soldiers but also create more initiative for subsequent battles.
In the forest, Van Loon and his combat team quietly hide, their breath almost blending with the surrounding environment. Every Combat goat and wild boar is filled with determination, their gaze firm as if ready to respond to the call of battle at any moment.
Van Loon carefully observes the terrain, ensuring that each ambush achieves maximum effectiveness. He knows that for the enemy's reconnaissance forces, this forest will become their nightmare. Through this method, Van Loon hopes to sow the seed of fear in the enemy's hearts, causing them to think twice before venturing into goat territory.
In this forest, every tree and every stone has become an ally of Van Loon. With the hard work of Vick and the working sheep, as well as the careful planning of Van Loon and the battle squad, this forest is quietly turning into a strong fortress that can resist invaders.
Solomon shuttles through the crowded military camps, his steps heavy, each one seeming to remind him of the humiliation of that defeat. Since being saved by Ruin with dark magic, his life has been shrouded in shadow, with the darkness in his left eye and the pain at the back of his head becoming his constant companions day and night. He has knelt before the statue of Nora many times, hands clasped together, his voice low and full of pain, confessing his sins to Nora and hoping for forgiveness and guidance from the god. However, this time Nora seems to have not responded to his prayers, there is no light descending, no warmth enveloping, only continuous pain, as if constantly eroding his will and soul.
He stood in a corner of the military camp, his gaze piercing through the thin slits of his helmet, staring at the soldiers around him. Their busy figures and laughter seemed out of place to him. Solomon felt like a warrior abandoned by time, with all glory and faith becoming distant and blurry after that moment of defeat.
Pain throbbed in his empty left eye and head, as if reminding him of the unavoidable reality. He tried to seek Nora's guidance again, but only received silence. This silence was more cruel than any punishment, making Solomon feel despair and as if he had been abandoned by God.
Solomon found a quiet corner to sit down, with a simple meal laid out on the table. After the intense battle in the morning that lasted until the afternoon, this food was undoubtedly precious to him. As a Supreme Education Guardian Knight, his daily routine did not require the laborious preparations that other soldiers had to undertake. However, Solomon firmly believed in Nora's teachings - leading by example and never slacking off due to his special position.
However, since being revived by Ruin using forbidden magic, he found that the atmosphere in the camp was vastly different from before. The soldiers' gazes held a strange mix of surprise and fear when they glanced at him, choosing to avoid him and not meet his eyes. Sitting at the table, Solomon silently ate, feeling lonely and puzzled, not understanding why fellow warriors fighting for the same faith now seemed so distant.
The feeling of being abandoned only strengthened Solomon's belief, that even in the face of misunderstanding and alienation from the world, he would adhere to Nora's teachings and continue forward. Solomon ate alone, silently vowing to relentlessly pursue Nora's guidance, no matter how difficult the path ahead may be, until the very end. Despite the doubts surrounding his resurrection, he was determined to prove through his actions that he remained a loyal guardian of Nora, unwavering in the face of any challenge.
As Solomon tasted the rough soup in the camp, he observed the busy soldiers around him. They seemed to be making final preparations for the upcoming attack, their faces filled with tension and anticipation. However, Solomon's mind was filled with worry and strategy. He knew that the dense forests of the Black Forest Realm would be their biggest obstacle in the attack, the trees serving as natural fortresses, providing the enemy with excellent cover and ambush opportunities.
Furthermore, the heavy armor worn by the soldiers greatly slows down their movement in the forest, undoubtedly putting them at a disadvantage in the need for quick adaptation in unknown and complex terrain. In addition, their unfamiliarity with the forest makes it highly likely that once they venture into it, they will fall into traps and ambushes set by the enemy.
Solomon set down his soup bowl, constantly calculating strategies in his mind. He knew that to achieve victory in the Black Forest Realm, it would require not only superior forces and weapons, but also familiarity with the terrain and skillful strategic application. He began to contemplate how to find a path to victory in this forest full of variables, while silently praying for Nora's guidance, hoping to achieve a decisive victory in the upcoming battle. Solomon knew that this would be a battle concerning faith, honor, and life and death, and every step must be cautious and resolute.
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