Chapter 60: Chapter 59
-In the Grand Hall-
All the senior commanders of the Shadowless Imperial Guard gathered to discuss the urgent situation, and Chen Ye was among them.
"Scouts have just reported that the Beast King has awakened!" Commander Shao's announcement made the atmosphere in the hall grow tense.
Everyone present wore serious expressions and remained silent. Although the Beast King had been dormant for years, they had continually fought against the Taotie soldiers and were well aware of their formidable power. Now, with the Beast King revived, a major battle was inevitable.
"We don't have much time. If anyone has any ideas, speak up now!" Commander Shao urged.
Still, no one spoke. It was their first time facing the Beast King, and without any experience, no one dared to suggest anything recklessly.
"Then everyone, prepare for battle!" Commander Shao ordered as he stood up.
"Understood!" The generals responded in unison and began to slowly leave the hall.
Chen Ye also started to leave with the others.
"Mr. Chen, wait a moment!" General Wu called after him, presenting a cloth bundle.
Unfolding the bundle, it revealed twenty gleaming throwing blades.
"Mr. Chen, here are the items you requested!"
Chen Ye's eyes lit up at the sight of the blades. As he took them from General Wu, the system unexpectedly gave a notification:
"Ding! Special item detected!"
Chen Ye was surprised. He hadn't anticipated that the blades crafted by General Wu would be classified as special items. Though their value wasn't high, it was a pleasant surprise for Chen Ye.
As special items, he could now store them in his personal inventory at any time, which was extremely convenient.
"Thank you, General Wu!" Chen Ye said, clasping his hands in gratitude.
General Wu grinned, "Don't thank me. If you really want to thank me, just kill more Taotie!"
"Of course!" Chen Ye smiled. "I had these made precisely to kill Taotie."
"Good, Mr. Chen. Let's part ways for now. After we defeat the Taotie, I'll treat you to some drinks!"
"It's a deal!"
General Wu turned and returned to his post. Chen Ye then joined Commander Shao, General Lin Mei, and Strategist Wang on the command tower, looking out towards a large canyon.
After a moment, Commander Shao addressed Chen Ye, "Mr. Chen, if things look bad later, you are free to leave. Defending the Great Wall is our duty; you don't need to stay and risk your life."
"Commander, there's no need for such talk," Chen Ye replied with a smile. "Let's focus on killing as many Taotie as possible."
Commander Shao chuckled, having only tested Chen Ye's resolve. As a military leader, he wouldn't easily trust an outsider.
"What's your plan, Mr. Chen?"
"I heard that if the Beast King is killed, the other Taotie will lose control. Is that true?" Chen Ye asked.
Commander Shao nodded, "Yes, that's correct."
"Good," Chen Ye said. "I'll attempt to kill the Beast King. Cover me."
Everyone was taken aback by his bold statement. General Lin Mei was particularly alarmed and tried to dissuade him, "Mr. Chen, the Beast King is heavily guarded by many Taotie. It's extremely dangerous. Please reconsider…"
Strategist Wang glanced thoughtfully at General Lin Mei.
Chen Ye reassured them with a smile, "Don't worry. I won't take unnecessary risks. If it's impossible, I won't force it."
Just then, the ground began to tremble, and everyone on the tower could feel it, as if there was an earthquake. But they knew it was the sound of countless footsteps.
Soon, at the end of the distant canyon, a massive horde of Taotie appeared, so numerous they seemed endless.
Seeing this, Chen Ye's eyes shone brightly. If he could kill them all, how many points would he earn?
Commander Shao's expression grew grim as he gave the order:
"Sound the drums! Prepare for battle!"
The messenger repeated loudly, "Sound the drums! Prepare for battle!"
"Boom! Boom! Boom!"
The rhythmic drumming signaled the imminent start of the battle. General Lin Mei left the tower to return to her post. Chen Ye also descended and moved to the edge of the wall.
To kill Taotie, he needed to be at the forefront.
Finally, the Taotie horde drew closer. From the wall, the soldiers could see their ferocious, tooth-filled mouths.
Some new recruits, seeing so many monsters, couldn't help but tremble with fear.
"Archers, prepare!"
Commander Shao's voice rang out from the tower.
"Yes! Drummers, relay the command: archers prepare!" the messenger shouted.
Immediately, the drumming quickened. Moments later, dozens of catapults launched large, flaming boulders into the distance.
"Boom! Boom!"
The huge stones crashed among the Taotie, crushing many of them.
Chen Ye watched with mild amazement. One couldn't underestimate the ingenuity of the ancients. This wave of boulder attacks had significantly reduced the Taotie numbers. However, many more Taotie surged forward.
"Come on! More of you!" Chen Ye murmured, retrieving his throwing blades from his personal space, ready to start the slaughter.
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