The ferocity of this sword strike not only deterred the beasts that were pouncing on them but also greatly boosted the morale of the other people. The first wave of twenty-five guards, taking advantage of the beasts' momentary hesitation, quickened their movements, striving to cut down these wild beasts with their swords.
The flute sounds driving the beasts continued, and those like Xiao Ruiyuan on the outer perimeter faced the greatest defensive pressure. Wild beasts relentlessly advanced in waves, and even from the distant mountains, one could faintly hear the growing roar of other beasts, compelling them to be ever more vigilant.