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Chapter 1331 Traveling in the Wilderness
Chapter 1331 Traveling in the Wilderness
Upon arriving at the battlefield, they were greeted by countless hideous, gigantic monsters wreaking havoc. Fortunately, the area was relatively open this time, giving everyone ample time to set traps and prepare defenses.
As the first enemy soldier charged in, the battle officially began. Zhao De, longsword in hand, stood at the forefront and shouted, "Hold on! Deliver a heavy blow with all your might, and destroy their core!"
At the same time, Zhao De's sword lived up to expectations, drawing a brilliant arc through the air and heading straight for the target's vitals. The monster screamed and struggled for a few seconds before collapsing to the ground with a thud. The others weren't idle either, each using their learned techniques to bravely fight the enemy. In particular, Zhang Li, who was in charge of logistical support, took out her medical kit to help any potentially injured comrades.
As time ticked by, the battle intensified. Despite being significantly outnumbered and outsized, the team's skillful teamwork and high morale allowed them to tenaciously withstand wave after wave of attacks.
"Keep going! Don't forget that every skill Luna taught us is crucial!" Zhao De, who was directing the overall situation in the chaotic battlefield, shouted a reminder to his teammates. He believed that as long as they trusted each other and worked together, there was no obstacle they couldn't overcome.
Just when everyone was feeling overwhelmed, an unexpected event occurred—several figures dressed in strange attire suddenly descended from the sky, wielding radiant weapons and joining the melee. They were clearly far more powerful than the others.
One of the strangers, while hitting him, said, "Hey! Heard you're having some trouble here? Let us help you out!"
Seeing the unexpected reinforcements, all the team members showed expressions of joy and surprise. Zhao De seized the opportunity to shout, "Gentlemen, follow these friendly troops into battle! Victory is just around the corner!"
With the injection of new power, the situation quickly reversed, and the monsters were cleared out one by one until they disappeared completely.
As the last creature fell, the stranger smiled and extended a hand to Zhao De: "I am Rex, from a warrior alliance from afar. I rushed over as soon as I heard that help was needed here."
After shaking hands with the other party, Zhao De said gratefully, "Thank you so much. Without your help, we probably wouldn't have been able to win today."
"Haha, don't be so polite. Maybe we'll even fight side by side in the future!" Rex said heartily.
Just then, Li Xiao stepped forward. Although she still looked tired, her eyes shone with determination. "We must not forget our responsibilities. Even with the support of strong reinforcements, we must strive to improve ourselves."
Zhao De nodded: "That's right. But everyone's exhausted right now, let's clean up the scene first before making any plans." He then turned to Rex and asked, "How did you suddenly end up here? Did you receive any prior notice?"
"No, no, no, it was purely by accident. I just happened to be passing by and heard the sounds of fighting, so I thought I'd see if I could offer any help. I never expected to actually run into such an interesting bunch of humans." He grinned. "And to be honest, traveling in this wilderness is getting a bit boring."
Chapter 1332 Enhancement Space
Chapter 1332 Enhancement Space
“I see…” Zhang Li interjected thoughtfully, “Then would you be willing to work with us in the future? After all, with the current situation uncertain, having one more person means having an extra layer of security.”
After listening to her words, Rex seemed to ponder for a moment, then finally nodded in agreement: "I can consider it. As long as the mission objectives are roughly the same, it's fine."
Just as everyone was basking in their relief, a beautiful figure suddenly appeared not far away—it was Luna!
She slowly floated down to the ground and looked around, saying, "It seems I've returned just in time. The sudden darkening of the sky in the distance caught my attention, so I rushed over to check on the situation. I'm so relieved to see everyone safe and sound."
Zhao De quickly stepped forward to report on what had just happened: "As you can see, we were fortunate to encounter this group of foreign aid when we were in crisis, which allowed us to turn the tide. Next, we may need your help to fight against an even stronger enemy who is coming soon."
After listening to the account, Luna chuckled and said, "Very good. This incident fully demonstrates the importance of teamwork. As for that new friend named Rex... I believe he will also be a reliable and helpful assistant."
"Haha, it's such an honor to be praised by such a beautiful woman!" the other person replied cheerfully.
Afterwards, everyone worked together to clear away the remaining obstacles on the battlefield, preparing to set up camp and get some rest. As evening fell, wisps of smoke rose from the chimneys, and the group of tired but energetic young people gathered around the fire.
Zhao De sat on the ground, fiddling with the new weapon he had won after winning the competition. "Speaking of which, I haven't had a chance to name this thing yet. Why don't you all help me think of one?"
Zhang Li, who was standing next to her, thought for a moment and suggested, "Since it once helped you successfully defeat a powerful enemy, why not call it 'Blade of the Victor'? It's both imposing and easy to remember, what do you think?"
Upon hearing the suggestion, everyone readily agreed. Li Xiao then seized the opportunity to suggest, "Hmm...starting tomorrow, I'd also like to delve deeper into the application of my special abilities. Finding ways to improve accuracy or enhance power would definitely be very helpful."
“Good idea! Actually, I had the same thought.” Zhao De agreed, then added, “At the same time, in order to prevent a situation like today from happening again, it would be best to also develop an emergency response strategy.”
Rex listened with great interest and patted Zhao De on the shoulder: "In that case, let's start discussing how to formulate an emergency response strategy tonight. After all, the enemy we face will not become gentle just because we are careless."
As night fell, a group of like-minded young people sat around the campfire. Zhao De continued to twirl his "Victor's Blade," his eyes gleaming with determination. "Li Xiao, you mentioned wanting to research methods for developing skills. I might be able to help in that regard. I know a few senior figures who are quite knowledgeable about the application of special skills."
Li Xiao nodded slightly, a hint of anticipation in her eyes: "That's great. I've recently been trying to combine my mental energy with my physical abilities. Although I've made some progress, I still feel there's a lot of room for improvement."
Chapter 1333 Best Mode
Chapter 1333 Best Mode
Luna listened quietly to everyone's discussion, and finally spoke up: "Actually, I also have some insights to share with you regarding the research on special abilities. For example, how to better utilize the environment in battle, and even how to transform mental power into more direct and effective means of attack."
Zhang Li couldn't help but interject, "That sounds really amazing! Sister Luna, could you explain these methods in more detail?"
“Of course,” Luna replied with a smile, “but we also need to be careful to maintain balance and not rely too much on any one skill, otherwise it will be easy for the enemy to find a weakness.”
Zhao De nodded thoughtfully in agreement: "Yes, that's true. We need to comprehensively improve the overall strength of the team, and everyone should give full play to their strengths."
The next morning, as soon as the sky began to lighten, the entire camp was bustling with activity. Rex and Zhao De were organizing their equipment, Li Xiao was studying how to apply her special abilities, and Zhang Li was practicing her long-range shooting skills.
Around noon, when everyone was having lunch together, Li Xiao suddenly suggested, "Why don't we have a live-fire exercise this afternoon to see if everyone's skills and teamwork have achieved the expected results?"
Everyone readily agreed, and it was decided that a simulated battle would be held in the afternoon. After lunch, the group set up their formation in an open area, ready to begin the live-fire exercise.
The battle began. Li Xiao quickly mobilized his mental energy, setting up a defensive barrier around himself. Zhao De, wielding the "Victor's Blade," charged towards the simulated enemy like a tiger. Zhao De followed closely behind, using his agility to dodge enemy attacks and launching a fatal blow at the opportune moment.
Rex displayed astonishing strength, lifting a boulder with one hand and hurling it at the enemy. Zhang Li fired several arrows with precision, each hitting its target accurately. Luna moved among the team, using her agile footwork and superb magic to continuously provide support and cover for her teammates.
The battle lasted for over an hour, and finally, through everyone's combined efforts, the "enemy" was completely wiped out. Everyone was exhausted and panting, but their hearts were filled with a sense of accomplishment.
"It seems our efforts over this period of time have not been in vain." Zhao De wiped the sweat from his forehead, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.
“Indeed,” Li Xiao added, “especially my protective skills, which were much more effective than I had imagined.”
“Then let’s learn from each other and make progress together!” Rex said loudly, his words inspiring everyone present.
Just as everyone was basking in the joy of victory, a series of urgent shouts suddenly came from afar.
Everyone immediately became alert and looked in the direction from which the sound came. They saw a scout running rapidly towards the camp, his face showing obvious anxiety.
"Hurry, enemy attack!" the scout shouted, panting heavily.
Upon hearing this, everyone tensed up immediately. Zhao De was the first to react: "Rex, Zhao De, you two come with me to defend! Li Xiao, Zhang Li, you and Luna, prepare for defense!"
Under a brief but powerful command, everyone quickly went into battle alert. Before the enemy could even get close, Rex and Zhao De were already at the front lines, weapons in hand. At this moment, the entire team functioned like a perfectly functioning machine, able to quickly adjust to its optimal mode even in an emergency.
Chapter 1334 A Bigger Goal
Chapter 1334 A Bigger Goal
Soon, a large number of unidentified figures emerged from the distant woods, numbering at least over a hundred. "Be careful, it looks like they're serious this time," Zhao De whispered, his grip on his sword tightening involuntarily.
"No matter who the opponent is, we cannot show weakness!" Rex's voice was as firm as a bell, inspiring the hearts of every comrade. He raised the boulder in his hand as if to smash it down, while at the same time, Luna began to chant a spell to summon a thin but sufficient protective shield for everyone.
The battle erupted instantly, with several seemingly robust enemy warriors charging forward first. However, when they faced Rex, they found themselves utterly helpless, as if they had run into an impenetrable wall. The latter effortlessly swung his arms, knocking the warriors to the ground one by one.
Seeing this, the enemies behind them became even more vigilant. However, this did not stop their advance. On the other side, Li Xiao also unleashed her special skill, covering the ground with spikes and vines made of mental energy, effectively restricting the freedom of movement of some of the invaders.
Just as the situation reached a stalemate, Zhang Li's precise arrows flew past like meteors, delivering several fatal blows and relieving considerable pressure on the team. "Well done!" Luna praised from the side, and quickly cast a healing spell to provide timely assistance to the wounded.
After a fierce battle, despite the enemy's superior numbers, the team's coordinated efforts gradually put them at a disadvantage. Just as victory seemed imminent, a man in a strange robe slowly emerged from the forest. "Enough, stop now." His tone was eerily calm, seemingly imbued with a powerful force that silenced everything around him.
Everyone stopped what they were doing and looked at the man, even the soldiers who had been engaged in fierce combat. "Who are you? Why are you here?" Zhao De asked, his voice filled with wariness.
The other party did not answer immediately, but simply smiled and looked at each of them. "Who I am is not important," he said. "What is important is that it is now my turn to make a deal with you."
The man in the long robe slowly walked forward, emanating an aura that was impossible to ignore, as if everything around him was under his control. This power made Zhao De and the others feel uneasy, but at the same time it aroused their curiosity.
"A deal?" Li Xiao asked, her eyes filled with wariness. "What exactly do you want?"
The man in the long robe smiled slightly, a strange light gleaming in his eyes. "My name is Zhao De," he introduced himself, "I can help you win this war, and even achieve greater goals."
"Why?" Zhao De asked bluntly, distrusting this mysterious figure who had suddenly appeared.
Zhao De's gaze deepened: "Because I have a special interest in you. And I need your help to complete an important task."
Zhang Li gripped the bow and arrow tightly in her hand and said in a low voice, "Why should we believe you?"
Zhao De nodded slightly, seemingly having anticipated this question. "I'm willing to show my sincerity." With that, he waved his long staff, and a beam of light shot from its tip, instantly enveloping a grove of trees not far away. In the blink of an eye, the grove transformed into a vibrant sea of flowers, exuding a delicate fragrance.
Chapter 1335 We Will Definitely Overcome the Difficulties
Chapter 1335 We Will Definitely Overcome the Difficulties
"This is..." Luna's eyes widened in surprise; she had never seen anything like it before.
“This is a high-level magic,” Zhao De explained. “I can grant you this power, as long as you are willing to cooperate.”
Rex clenched his fists and said in a deep voice, "What are your conditions?"
Zhao De smiled slightly: "It's very simple. I have an enemy, and I need your help to deal with him. In return, I will provide you with the necessary resources and strength."
Zhao De and his companions exchanged glances, each with a complex mix of emotions. Finally, Zhao De nodded: "We agree, but you must guarantee our safety and interests."
“Of course,” Zhao De nodded, “we will sign a contract to ensure the interests of both parties.”
So, everyone began discussing the specific details, how to cooperate, and how to ensure each other's safety. Zhao De also demonstrated more amazing skills, making his group full of anticipation for this collaboration.
That evening, around the campfire at the campsite, everyone finally sat together to sign the contract. Zhao De took out an ancient scroll covered with intricate runes.
“This contract is blessed by ancient power; once signed, it cannot be broken,” Zhao De said solemnly.
As Zhao De picked up the pen, preparing to sign the contract, he suddenly sensed an unusual fluctuation. He looked up at Zhao De, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes.
"Can you really keep your promise?" Zhao De asked, his tone tinged with uncertainty.
Zhao De's smile remained unchanged, but his eyes became unfathomable: "I never make promises lightly, but once I've made one, I will naturally keep it."