An ambush!
Between life and death.
The Fourth Leader felt the killing intent behind him, yet it oddly put his mind at ease.
He mustered his last reserves of energy, completing his visualization in an instant, channeling his strength into his legs, and leaped up suddenly. He kicked off a tree, attempting to gain a second burst of momentum to escape!
Unfortunately, the spear accelerated abruptly. Though his burst was swift, the spear tip still pierced his thigh.
The sharp spearhead plunged into his muscle just as he leaped.
A searing pain shot through his lower body.
His right leg, like lard meeting a hot knife, was completely sliced open by the spearhead.
Blood spurted out.
The second-tier Martial Master swayed, then suddenly felt a numbness in his back.
Looking down, he saw a gleaming spear tip protruding from his chest.
"What... what a fast spear!"
Blood gushed from his mouth as he turned his head, catching sight of a cold, jade-like beauty.
Her beauty was like that of an ice and snow fairy.
The Fourth Leader had never been fond of wealth or power, only beauty.
At this moment, images of the hundreds of beauties he had encountered in his life flashed before his eyes, but he sadly realized that none could compare to the woman before him.
He couldn't be sure if he was seeing things correctly, murmuring in a daze, "What... what a beauty... ugh!"
The spear trembled, ending his life.
"Xiao Wen! Are you alright?" Zhou Bing swiftly retracted her spear and rushed to Tang Wen, grabbing his hand, her face filled with concern.
"Uh, Sister Bing, why are you here? I'm fine, these arrows didn't even pierce the Scale Armor."
Zhou Bing carefully pulled out each arrow one by one.
Only after confirming there was no blood on the arrowheads did she finally relax.
"Sister Bing, how did you get here so quickly?"
"Hmm," before Zhou Bing could answer, another voice chimed in, "She got here quickly because she came to beg me for help."
Dressed in fiery red, the Queen descended from the sky.
She let out a series of chuckles, like a perverted old man, stroking her chin and teasingly looking at the two of them.
Paired with her stunning beauty, the laughter and expression were as incongruous as could be.
Tang Wen quickly bowed to the Queen.
Before he could say anything to them, Tang Wen suddenly turned his head to look behind him.
"You're really bold, kid! Taking on ten by yourself, and you just went for it?"
A figure approached from the distance, accompanied by an exasperated voice.
"General Zhao."
Tang Wen rubbed his nose, feeling a bit strange. It was the first time someone had called him "bold."
But he couldn't explain himself. Should he tell General Zhao that he had timed his actions perfectly?
Your arrival now proves my time management was spot on!
He couldn't bring himself to say it, so Zhou Bing spoke up for him, "General, Xiao Wen did it for the camp."
The situation immediately shifted.
Tang Wen changed the subject, "General, this Slave Hunter Gang can control Blood Ravens. Right now, the Blood Ravens have probably flown back to report."
"Oh, don't worry, Zhou Bing and I arrived long ago. Some crows were flying towards the southwest, and I killed them."
The Queen interjected nonchalantly.
"In that case, the enemy camp probably hasn't received the news yet."
Tang Wen recounted the information he had obtained from the captives to the three of them.
The Queen immediately became interested, "You're saying that this method of controlling crows can be learned by anyone?"
General Zhao also looked at Tang Wen with anticipation.
The ability to control flying Mutated Beasts held immense significance, both for individuals and for the camp.
For example, exploring terrain, or keeping tabs on enemies.
The potential uses were truly numerous.
Tang Wen said, "The Third Leader who led the team this time should still be alive. It might be worth interrogating him again."
"Good idea!"
General Zhao nodded in approval, "Well done, we've gathered quite a bit of information. You're really thinking ahead, young man!"
Tang Wen lowered his head, feeling a bit embarrassed.
General, you might have misunderstood something. What boldness? What thinking ahead?
I'm just being cautious.
Please don't have any undue expectations of me.
The Queen also looked at Tang Wen with a pleased expression, "Brave and resourceful, well done!"
Then she glanced at Zhou Bing, whose eyes were practically overflowing with admiration and affection.
Alright then!
It seems the description "brave and resourceful," which sounds quite dangerous, is going to stick.
With a helpless sigh in his heart, he dryly said, "Know your enemy and know yourself, and you can fight a hundred battles without defeat."
"Well said! So, we must acquire the ability to control the Blood Ravens!"
The Queen waved her hand with authority.
The other three looked at her, eager to hear what grand plan the Queen had in mind.
"There's no time to waste. Once we find out the location of their camp, we'll set out immediately. I'll lead the charge and leave no stone unturned!"
After saying this, she raised her slender, jade-like neck, looking expectantly at the three of them.
Zhou Bing covered her forehead, wearing a "I shouldn't have expected anything" expression.
"Hmph!"
The Queen was displeased with her expression but couldn't do anything about it.
She could only glare at General Zhao and Tang Wen.
General Zhao immediately said, "I'll go interrogate them right away and find out the enemy camp's location."
With that, he left like a gust of wind.
The Queen narrowed her beautiful phoenix eyes, staring at Tang Wen, "Little Wen, tell me, how is my plan? Speak freely and boldly!"
Tang Wen shivered, quickly racking his brain for words, "Your Majesty is wise and decisive, and your plan is undoubtedly foolproof. This operation will surely be a success! It's feasible, absolutely feasible!"
Zhou Bing rolled her eyes at him.
"Hehehehe," the Queen laughed, placing her hands on her hips, "It was just a spur-of-the-moment idea, not that great! Hehehe."
Tang Wen disagreed, "It is great, absolutely great. With you sweeping through the bandit camp, our soldiers' casualties will be minimized."
The more he thought about it, the more he felt the plan was flawless because he wouldn't have to take any risks.
He just needed to follow behind the Queen, check the bodies, and loot some valuables—perfect.
But the Queen furrowed her brows, stroking her chin, and after a moment of thought, said, "Could there be something wrong with this?"
Zhou Bing said exasperatedly, "Of course there is. Leaders shouldn't always be charging into battle. The enemy camp isn't that strong, you should just oversee the battle. This is a good opportunity to train the troops."
The Queen pouted, unhappy.
But she knew Zhou Bing was right and couldn't vent her frustration.
With no one else around, she turned to Tang Wen again, asking with a sinister tone, "Little Wen, what do you think? Which of our plans is better?"
Suddenly, Tang Wen felt as if he was hearing that fatal question, "If your mother and I fell into the water, who would you save first?"
He never thought that even after escaping to another world, he couldn't avoid such a battlefield-like question.
Looking at the Queen's expression, which clearly said, "If you don't answer well, I'll explode."
Tang Wen's mind raced: "The Queen cares for her people as if they were her own children. Following your approach, not only will there be no casualties in the camp, but we can also swiftly defeat the enemy. Sister Bing's idea, on the other hand, aligns perfectly with her role as a Commander. If you wish to train the troops, then her method should be adopted."
The Queen's furrowed brows did not relax.
Tang Wen had no choice but to add, "I support your idea."
The Queen smiled, lightly flicking her red sleeve: "You have some insight, young man."
Turning to Zhou Bing, she wasn't angry, just gave him a doting look.
My ice beauty is still the best.
This night was destined to be sleepless.
Upon learning of the Queen's mobilization, General Zhou arranged for two veteran generals to guard the home base and brought three Commanders along with over a hundred hunting guards t
o the scene.
By then, General Zhao had finished interrogating the Third Leader and had clarified all the information.
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