Chapter 2051 - 2050: Wind Arrow

Chapter 2051: Chapter 2050: Wind Arrow

In an instant.

A force of ten thousand Wolf Riders, like an arrow released from the bowstring, swept out directly across the ground. Leading the charge was Gu Feng and the three thousand Flame Wind Wolf Riders that had been modified.

In the midst of the military formation.

"With Commander Wolf sending Gu Feng as the vanguard, is this a move to suppress him or to value him?"

A Wolf King watched as Gu Feng charged towards the First Line Pass with the precision of an arrow, his expression showing little glee.

"Heh, if you ask me, should Gu Feng die at First Line Pass, all would end peacefully. If he breaks through and returns, then he is truly a hero of our Wolf Clan, worthy of our respect."

The Wolf King beside him gave a noncommittal answer.

The initial speaker smirked slightly and refrained from asking further. Yesterday, after the grand meeting, he returned to the left-wing camp.

The bet set in the grand tent would not simply end without a result. Rocky Valley felt threatened by this newly ascended Demon King Gu Feng, and so sought to suppress him while he was freshly promoted, to remind Gu Feng who was truly the future leader of the clans.

Many Wolf Kings were called as witnesses to this bet, but the outcome shocked everyone.

Rocky Valley, renowned for ages and being a Fourth Grade Wolf King, found himself bested by the newly promoted Demon King Gu Feng, who had been elevated for merely a fortnight.

The outcome was obvious, but right at that moment, Wolf Commander Ye Xiu appeared between them, ending their duel in a draw.

Yet it was clear to all that Rocky Valley, a Fourth Grade Wolf King, was no match for Gu Feng.

When Gu Feng erupted, the fusion of Wind and Fire left a deep impression on them.

Gu Feng’s mere advancement from a top-level Demon General to a Demon King had already amazed many. And now, his newfound power was sweeping across the Fourth Grade Demon Kings, a terrifying advancement marked by the explosive synergy of Phoenix Flame and the Wind God Body.

Nearly all the Demon Kings present were tempted—gaining great power just by enduring some Phoenix Flame baptism—who would refuse?

For once one becomes a Demon King, ascending a grade is like climbing to the heavens.

However, the Phoenix Flame, while potent, holds a fatal flaw: it is controlled by the Fire Phoenix Clan.

In past days, under the joint rule of Dragon Emperor and Phoenix Queen, it was merely a matter of allegiance. But in these times, Suzaku, the Phoenix Queen, stands as the greatest traitor of the Demon Country, with the Fire Phoenix Clan having retreated to the Fire Phoenix Platform for millennia.

The Dragon Emperor unifies the Demon Country, and all eight tribes are his followers. Seeking benefits from the Fire Phoenix Clan—to imprint their mark on your Bloodline—is nearly akin to rebellion.

Thus, while Gu Feng gained power, his position became precarious.

If the Dragon Emperor disapproved, Gu Feng and all those baptized by the Phoenix Flame would become prisoners, those who resist—dead.

Now, with Wolf Commander Ye Xiu sending Gu Feng to lead the first assault, he likely fears this power, like a ticking time bomb, could spiral out of control.

Better to let it lead the charge against the First Line Pass.

If the pass is breached, all the slain will be heroes of the Wolf Clan. Even if remnants remain, they are no longer threats, instead bearing the merit of loyalty to the Demon Country, perhaps saving their lives.

If unable to breach the pass, it could also prevent future troubles, beyond reproach.

In the side-wing camp, Chong Xuan stood behind Li Feng, looking at the ten thousand Wolf Riders charging out, immediately recognizing the leading general as Gu Feng.

"Young Master, you predicted correctly; the first to attack is Gu Feng."

Li Feng watched the cavalry charging the pass, not with joy over his accurate guess, but with a solemn expression: "It looks like our situation is dire. The three tribes intend to eliminate potential threats first, to remove our influence while dealing a heavy blow to the First Line Pass."

"Clearing internal hazards is likely just the first step; there will be a second, a third step waiting for us."

"To use Wolf Cavalry to charge a pass, are the minds of the Demon Clan squeezed by a door?"

Atop the First Line Pass, many garrison commanders also furrowed their brows. The Wolf Riders, adept at rapid raids and suited for wide maneuvers on open terrain, were the least suited for siege.

For a real assault on First Line Pass, the best choice would be the heavy armor of the Barbaric Bull Clan. Their warriors’ Bloodline contained the Power of Earth, and their veins were blessed with the Bloodline Talent of Iron Bone. When assembled in formation, they exhibited the Legion Technique: Iron Wall.

The Barbaric Bull Heavy Armor is renowned on the Ancestor Dragon City side, with few equals, the Shaking Mountain Camp being one of them.

But as it stands, the Shaking Mountain Camp is far from its peak, only during its prime could it contend with the Barbaric Bull Heavy Armor, winning their reputation through such contests.

Now, however, with the Barbaric Bull Heavy Armor providing support behind, and the mobile Wolf Riders leading the forefront assault, it leaves one rather puzzled, like a Monk who’s at a loss for understanding.

On the gate wall, Tang Lin commanded the Ming Guang Camp’s elite to guard the first line, freshly supplemented and replenished.

"Stay vigilant! Hmph, I thought we’d face the Barbaric Bull, but it turns out it’s a pack of Wolf Cavalry."

"If they want to bash their heads in, let them. They mustn’t reckon First Line Pass is unguarded."

"Prepare the Wind God Bow, Blast Flame Crossbow."

On the day of the first battle, Tang Lin’s Ming Guang Camp faced a group of mere cannon fodder, depleting some armaments, but maintained minimal losses, faring much better than Yang Dian’s Shaking Mountain Camp.

Post and pre the wall, the archers and crossbowmen of the Ming Guang Camp drew their bows and stood ready, awaiting a command.

Twenty miles is a brief span for the Wolf Riders astride their wolves.

Riding the Wind.

The last few miles.

The wolf beneath Gu Feng let out a long howl, and a surge of demonic power stirred the azure winds around Gu Feng. Instantly, the wolf beneath him surged forward with increased speed.

The Wolf Riders trailing behind Gu Feng also unleashed their demonic power. A single gust of wind may not have taken form, but as hundreds or thousands gathered...

With Gu Feng leading, three thousand Wolf Riders detached from the ten thousand, forming an arrowhead, with azure glimmers dancing on its tip.

Within the blink of an eye, the Wolf Riders were within a thousand meters of the First Line Pass.

"Bows, forty-five degrees, arch fire."

At Tang Lin’s command, the archers of the Ming Guang Camp stationed behind the gate drew their longbows. As the bowstrings pulled taut, azure glows enveloped the arrow shafts.

"Fire."

Buzz.

In an instant, with the twang of the bowstrings, a shower of arrows, resembling a dark cloud, soared from behind the First Line Pass. As they reached a height of three to four hundred meters, the arrows, losing momentum, began their descent.

Whizz, whizz, whizz, whizz.

These arrows were specially crafted Wind Arrows. As they descended under gravity, the arrowheads, designed to swallow the air, emitted a hollow whistling sound through special venting, while winds swirled around the shafts, spinning them rapidly.

The armor-piercing ability of these Wind Arrows was top-notch, specifically designed for the sturdy-skinned Demon Clans like the Barbaric Bull Heavy Armor.

Yet, unexpectedly, due to the absence of the Barbaric Bull Heavy Armor, the Wolf Cavalry became the first to taste their prowess.

"It’s the Wind Arrow."

Hundreds of descending Wind Arrows, like a meteor shower, plummeted diagonally from the air towards the advancing Wolf Riders.