Getting Stronger By Fighting-Chapter 610 - 608 The Sentinel _1
Zi Yuan suddenly spoke, and all eyes were immediately drawn to Wang Zhan. Luo Xue, who was standing by his side, followed up by asking, "In your opinion, what should be our immediate priority?"
Now that Wang Zhan was their primary reference in decision-making, all eyes centered on him. After all, they needed someone to lead them in reclaiming the defence. Just moments ago, Wang Zhan displayed his formidable strength in battle, surpassing both Luo Xue and Zi Yuan by a substantial margin. It was no surprise that they were deeply impressed and held him in high esteem.
Thus, Wang Zhan had become the leading figure in their hearts.
Wang Zhan examined the crowd with narrowed eyes and began to address their concerns. "Currently, our defense line is badly damaged. The beasts had wreaked havoc here before, tearing up parts. Our immediate task is to consolidate our defence. When Mu Bing and Zhu Xu arrive to join us, we can then make further decisions." 𝗳𝐫𝚎𝗲𝚠𝚎𝗯𝕟𝐨𝘃𝚎𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝗺
The crowd nodded in agreement before splitting up to busy themselves with various tasks. Zi Yuan's team had undoubtedly strong cohesion, and they quickly set to work at the critical entrances of each defense line.
Meanwhile, Wang Zhan led Luo Xue and Zi Yuan towards the main camp.
As they entered the doorway of the main camp, Wang Zhan's gaze fell upon Luo Xue. He said, "Our priority is to stay vigilant against the possible invasion of the demonic beasts. As you've seen, this defence is practically useless against them. At the moment, if the Xuanlong Beast were to counterattack with reinforcements, our current manpower would not be able to withstand it."
Luo Xue and Zi Yuan were well aware of this. However, abandoning the defence they had fought so hard to reclaim would be a demoralizing loss. Regardless, they chose to persevere through gritted teeth.
Wang Zhan's gaze returned to Zi Yuan as he inquired, "How long before Mu Bing and Zhu Xu can join us?"
Currently, they were short on manpower, and it was uncertain when the Xuanlong Beast would return. If the Xuanlong Beast launched a surprise attack, they would not be adequately prepared to retaliate. Their immediate task was to gather all available forces in the fifth war zone to counter the Xuanlong Beast.
"I don't have an exact timeline, but based on their current speed, Mu Bing and Zhu Xu should be able to join us within three days," Zi Yuan answered, her tone nonchalant as ever.
At this moment, everyone was gloomy, for they were facing a matter of life and death. Decisions they made affected many people, often on the very front lines. Any mistake could lead to serious consequences. Everyone had something or someone to protect, whether it was Wang Zhan or Zi Yuan and her companions.
After a nod of affirmation, Wang Zhan pondered before finally speaking, "If it is indeed three days, then perhaps we will have sufficient time. The Xuanlong Beast suffered some injuries earlier and might need to recuperate, and calling upon allies isn't an immediate process. However, we must still be prepared for any sudden attacks from the Xuanlong Beast, the consequences of which could be unimaginable."
Luo Xue and Zi Yuan nodded, before asking simultaneously, "Then, what is your plan moving forward? Tell us, and we'll get everything arranged."
"My plan is quite straightforward."
Wang Zhan narrowed his eyes, then continued, "At present, there's nothing left on the defense line that we can use to our advantage. The level barrier in front of us also needs repair. In response, we should extend our reach beyond the defense line by several miles and keep a close watch. Any signs of danger should be immediately reported, enabling us to react promptly and minimize loss."
Zi Yuan and Luo Xue exchanged glances, then Luo Xue frowned and said, "So if I understand correctly, the one who goes out to keep watch is the most at risk, literally risking their life for our protection, right?"
Wang Zhan nodded, as that was indeed the case. After all, if one wanted to send out a signal, it could only be through a Fire Light. But in the darkness, the Fire Light could be noticed by the attackers instantly. At that point, it wouldn't be easy for the one who sent the signal to come back unscathed. Plus, the Xuanlong Beast was within the enemy lines. Even if Wang Zhan himself sent the signal, he couldn't ensure his safe return, let alone someone else.
Luo Xue got up first, taking the Dual Guns in his hands. He said in a deep voice, "Since this is such a dangerous task, let me take the lead. After all, you need an expert to handle this situation. I fear those youngsters might not be vigilant enough when they are a few miles away, which might hinder our operation!"
Zi Yuan's face turned grim on the side. Anyone could tell that Luo Xue was just worried for everyone's safety. But Zi Yuan and Wang Zhan knew that even if Luo Xue went, his chances of survival would be slim.
"You are one of the gods of war of the fifth war zone and the backbone of our team, not to mention that you are immensely powerful. Consequently, I disagree with you going. We should let someone else handle this."
Without any hesitation, Wang Zhan spoke up. He had a close relationship with Bai Yu, and knowing that this mission would require someone with a readiness to die, why should he let Luo Xue sacrifice himself needlessly? Luo Xue was, after all, an invaluable asset compared to the other warriors.
With Luo Xue on the battlefield, perhaps there would still be a strong backup for everyone. After all, Luo Xue's combat power was evident. Among the fighters on this battlefield, apart from Wang Zhan and Zi Yuan, Luo Xue was the strongest. So, it was absolutely essential to prevent Luo Xue from risking his life.
"Alright, stop trying to dissuade me, I understand your intentions. You are just worried about me, but rest assured. I've been a loner all these years and my vigilance surpasses that of those youngsters; moreover, I can handle many issues. Therefore, I am the best candidate. And should any problem arise, I will retreat at once. Trust me, I have a survival trump card."
Luo Xue gave a tight-lipped smile, then walked over to Wang Zhan and patted his shoulder. His words were full of confidence. Of course, Wang Zhan looked at Zi Yuan on the side, clearly unsure of what to do.
After a long hesitation, Zi Yuan nodded heavily. Looking at Luo Xue, she said, "I must remind you that the gods of war of the fifth war zone have been injured, almost all of them. Currently, only we three still have the strength to fight. Mu Bing and Zhu Xu are also slightly injured. Although they are on their way to the battlefield, they won't be much help when they arrive; they will only supplement our manpower shortage. So, you must realize your importance. Don't risk your life unless absolutely necessary."
Luo Xue nodded gratefully at Zi Yuan. Their interaction with Wang Zhan had been limited, but they had interacted a lot with Zi Yuan. Over the years, Luo Xue and others had fought side by side. However, after each war, Luo Xue would leave to be a lone ranger again, which gradually alienated him from the other gods of war. But now, as they regarded Luo Xue, they felt a peculiar concern, and Zi Yuan was also naturally worried about Bai Yu's safety.
After a brief smile, Luo Xue headed out.
Wang Zhan sat in the same place, looking a little tense. He couldn't help but worry about Luo Xue. They were still unsure when the Xuanlong Beast would return, let alone how formidable its companions could be. Naturally, this also increased his concern for Luo Xue, although real men didn't express it in tears. For now, the best he could do was secure the defense line as much as possible to be ready for any sudden situations that might occur on Luo Xue's side.
"Since Luo Xue has already left, let me brief you on my plan. During the upcoming time, you will be in charge here, and your men should guard this defense line. They must keep an eye on every nook and cranny, being vigilant to prevent any possible breaches. Otherwise, it would provide an opportunity for the beasts to breach, and every warrior on the defense line needs to work in coordination with each other. If anyone encounters any problems, others should not rush to check on them but alert us immediately!
"In this way, we can perfectly resist the beasts' attacks. Of course, we're currently understaffed, but we just have to hold them off for three days. By that time, Zhu Xu and Mu Bing should have arrived, and we would have the resources to eventually face the Xuanlong Beast and its companions."
Wang Zhan indeed acted on his own and hadn't led troops before, but he had acquired some knowledge when he was in the Academy. And to plan the deployment of troops, one simply needed to use their brain, which would naturally pave the way. Moreover, Wang Zhan had previously fought the Xuanlong Beast and knew how to deal with it. That beast was not only powerful but also cunning, so it was absolutely crucial to prevent any breaches.
On the other hand, Zi Yuan smiled and said, "Since you have thought of everything, I don't need to worry. We can do everything according to your plan, but have you thought about what we need to do if Bai Yu encounters any trouble?"
