Abyss Summoner-Chapter 236 - 231: Gathering Strength for the Assault

Why didn't Chen Feng disclose some information to Feng Zhiyong?

First of all, even if he said it, would the other party adopt it? After all, this is a matter of great importance. Without solid evidence, who would truly believe it?

On the other hand, even if he told them, what good would it do for himself?

Besides making people wonder where he got the information, there is absolutely no substantial benefit.

The most important point is that keeping this matter hidden was a decision Chen Feng made from the start. At this moment, Xu Hongzhuang and Feng Zhiyong are like grasshoppers tied to the same rope—sharing both glory and loss.

Though Xu Hongzhuang, swayed by his persuasion, was somewhat tempted, as long as the hawkish faction remained strong, she would place her faith in Feng Zhiyong. She firmly believed this man would bring hope and peace to Qiaodong.

Yet the zombie siege was an opportunity.

With the base destroyed, Feng Zhiyong's prestige plummeted to a low point until the Insect Race was wiped out and the city was deserted, only to rise again to rally Qiaodong. Before the Insect Race attacked the city, his prestige had already eroded due to a massive defeat.

What Chen Feng needed to do now was to make Xu Hongzhuang feel helpless, to let her realize that Feng Zhiyong was not foolproof and couldn't protect all survivors as she imagined.

Because of selfish motives, ignoring the plight of thousands who might be slaughtered by zombies, this pressure is far beyond what ordinary people can bear.

Chen Feng closed his eyes.

At that moment, even the sunlight felt like a chilling wind, cold to the bone.

The next second.

Chen Feng reopened his eyes, now filled with a resolute expression.

For a single general to achieve success, thousands of bones are left to wither.

Accomplishing a great endeavor always involves sacrificing a lot of time, interests, and even lives.

The lives of thousands in the base versus the ruling power of hundreds of thousands in Qiaodong—Chen Feng had his own understanding of which was weightier.

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"Can someone tell me! What on earth is going on? What are the scouts even doing? How could something as significant as a zombie siege only be discovered now?"

In a conference hall, Feng Zhiyong's eyes were bloodshot as he loudly questioned those reporting the situation.

His neck veins bulged, and his blood vessels pulsed ominously like serpents. No one had ever seen, nor imagined, such a violent emotion on the face of this usually composed leader.

Feng Zhiyong had lost it! He was indeed mad!

Who would remain calm at hearing that, in just one night, thousands of warriors from the base had died? Especially in this phase of contention against the conservative faction, where losing each warrior meant losing a tenth of his strength.

If this were a face-to-face combat, Feng Zhiyong wouldn't be this furious. At most, he would say it was a matter of skill, but death would leave nothing to be spoken. However... what enraged him the most was that most of these deceased professionals and warriors were killed in a sneak attack. Those zombies came too quickly and too unexpectedly, and the sentinels defending the city walls were ripped to shreds just after sending out the signal!

"What are you all doing! With an attack of this scale, how could you not have discovered it? Speak! Were you neglectful, not doing your job?" Feng Zhiyong suddenly fixed his gaze on the officer standing opposite him, his eyes like swords and guns, filled with icy coldness.

Under Feng Zhiyong's gaze, the officer felt his breath nearly stop. The immense pressure from Feng Zhiyong left him struggling to breathe.

The officer was terrified to the core. He knew the situation was urgent and couldn't let personal emotions sway him. He immediately replied, "Colonel, it all happened too suddenly. Those zombies attacked the base without warning. I risked my life to escape and report the situation to seek aid. I have inescapable responsibility in this matter, but lives are at stake. After repelling the zombie tide, I will give the brothers an explanation..."

"Bang!"

Feng Zhiyong was clearly not satisfied with the officer's explanation. He smashed the cup on the table onto the ground and roared, "You think explaining makes up for thousands being killed? Do they resurrect if I kill you?"

The officer realized no words could change the situation at this point. He straightened his back, his fighting spirit stronger than ever, and declared loudly, "I am at fault! I failed to set an example, and now I will confront the zombie tide! If I die, I'll die on the front line, avenging our brothers!"

"Ah!"

Feng Zhiyong suddenly stood up, his fists clenched, and let out a roar to the sky!

"Given the circumstances, I won't say more. On the frontline, just fifty kilometers from here, our family and comrades are confronting the zombies! I won't blame anyone, I can only say this is the most tragic day in Qiaodong's history! Now! March with me to the front line to avenge our comrades! Avenge our family! Avenge our incompetence!"

"Revenge! Revenge!"

"Kill those damned corpses!"

"Slay them! Send them back to their filthy graves!"

Feng Zhiyong's furious words filled the eyes of the surrounding crowd with bloodlust. They felt as if their chests were struck by fists, making them involuntarily roar and scream! They could no longer endure the agony and swore to charge to the front lines to confront the zombie tide!

Feng Zhiyong was a smart man.

He knew better than anyone how important the base was to him. He had invested so much effort there, and once it was destroyed, Qiaodong's last shield would be gone. If a large-scale battle occurred, humans would not even have time to prepare and would face a ruthless enemy.

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"Listen up, everyone. The base has suffered unprecedented changes. Thousands of lives are closely tied to us. We use the best, eat the best, and even sleep on the best beds. We've trained for this day. Today, we're going out to fight, but don't be afraid. I have laid out the rule: even if you die in battle, Qiaodong will fully take care of your family's affairs."

Xu Hongzhuang sat on the Unicorn, her phoenix eyes already sharp as she scanned her Iron Demon Army like flashes of lightning.

"My Iron Demon Army, march forward with courage. No difficulties can block our steps. For our homeland, fight with me!"

Upon hearing Xu Hongzhuang's words, the hundreds of warriors present roared fiercely, fully aware that they were among Qiaodong's finest. While others struggled to eat, they had meat at every meal, with unparalleled physical strength.

Moreover, as the main force of Qiaodong, this unit had sixteen professionals. From combat to management to logistics, these sixteen operated in harmony, serving as the backbone under Feng Zhiyong's command.

Xu Hongzhuang raised her hand, and the warriors immediately quieted down, watching her gesture intently.

"This is our most dangerous mission yet, but fear not, I will be with you. Same rule as always: whoever kills the most enemies, I will report to the Colonel, rank, food, status, will all be at hand. As the battle starts, I will have the courage to charge forward. Will you dare to follow me?"

"For Qiaodong, fearless!"

A sergeant shouted in the lead, followed by the rest of the warriors shouting, each drawing themselves up with dignity, their faces solemn.

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Base.

The overwhelming stench of zombies mixed with gunfire, countless limbs, blood, and innards scattered everywhere, turning the place into a scene resembling Hell.

Thousands of zombies surged towards the base like ocean waves.

These beings crawling out of the graves had gone utterly berserk. Their only thought was to breach the walls and devour the lives within.

Facing such adversity, not only the base warriors but even some civilians voluntarily joined the fray. These individuals, usually laborers building the base, now wielded stones, steel, or even their tools, striking down on the zombies' heads.

The struggle of cornered beasts. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

It was kill or be killed, and each person unleashed power from deep within.

And just as everyone united in heart, a bizarre screech echoed from the horizon, and not far away, a fog of bone crows appeared. These creatures, long devoid of life, left only ragged flesh and bones. Hundreds of bone crows converged, like a tumultuous river of blood, aggressively crashing down with overwhelming ferocity!

Damn!

This really was adding fuel to the fire!

Originally strained by the unexpected assault, now hundreds of flying mutant creatures joined the battle, making things even more dire!

"Kill! Kill all those beasts!"

"Don't underestimate us humans!"

In this fight for survival, every corpse, and person gave their utmost battle spirit...