章 83: The Dispute Over the World Tree II

As the convoy approached the valley, the tension grew thicker. At the top of the gorge, the dark elf forces had taken their positions, their shadows blending seamlessly with the dark sky. Clad in all-black attire, nearly invisible in the night, they were poised for an ambush, their brutality a well-known trademark. Silent, yet full of lethal intent, they waited for the perfect moment to unleash their attack.

But Johan, ever vigilant, sensed that something was amiss. His keen eyes scanned every corner of the valley, alert to the slightest movement. He warned his soldiers to stay alert, instructing them to remain cautious as they entered the narrow gorge. "This is the most vulnerable spot," he whispered urgently. "We must be ready for anything."