Chapter 212: Exorcism War (5)
Day 37 of the War.
Despite the adverse conditions, all of the Zhenwang Gate fought tenaciously.
Thanks to them, the enemy vanguard’s momentum waned day by day.
Of course, the Iron Blood Corps’ strength had waned. What proved unexpectedly helpful here were the traps created by the Red Dragon Sect.
When we pushed the enemies into the pre-set trap locations, the effect was absolutely perfect.
The iron spikes, no bigger than a thumb, were crafted so that applying force to pull them out tore flesh along with them.
The thinly drawn iron wire was coated with a paralyzing agent, slowing the enemies’ movements.
The traps, each about the size of two palms, severed ankles the moment they were stepped on.
“……”
Thanks to the red flag trap that wouldn’t even let Satan in, we secured minimal safety and overwhelmed the Ten-Horse Vanguard.
But as they say, life is full of unexpected twists and turns.
“Three days ago, the main force of the Ten-Horse Alliance passed through Nanju.”
A warrior who had remained near Nanju to scout the enemy delivered the shocking news.
“Damn it.”
I immediately unfolded the map and estimated the positions of our forces, the vanguard, and the main enemy force.
“If they passed Nanju three days ago…”
By now, they should be near the vanguard.
The speed of their advance, far faster than expected, made a low groan escape me.
‘Two hundred li….’
The distance between the enemy’s main force and us was closing by the minute, so I decided on a lightning-fast retreat. No, I had no choice.
