Chapter 130 Chapter 130-Defeat?
But even with the archers' rapid rate of fire, there was still an interval between attacks.
Seizing the moment the first volley ended, the pursuers' archers, who had been following close behind the shield bearers and warriors, stepped forward.
Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh—
Arrows flew once again, but this time, the effect was drastically different.
Howard and the others didn't even have proper armor, let alone shields. Facing the downpour of arrows, any hit would elicit a shrill scream of pain.
The arrows sank deep into their bodies, even affecting their bones, and their HP plummeted significantly.
It was only thanks to Wales' timely use of a skill to protect him that Howard was spared; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to withstand such an onslaught.
The magi, in the midst of casting their spells, were no exception.
Their fragile forms were even less capable of withstanding the arrows' assault. Even if they weren't instantly killed, their spellcasting was interrupted.
By the time the archers were ready to launch their second wave of attack, they were still confronted by well-equipped warriors.
"Lob shot!"
It must be said, this group of archers was indeed well-versed in tactics.
Knowing that their arrow attacks would be blocked by the warriors and shield bearers, they opted for lobbing the arrows instead.
As long as the arrows could fly over the heads of those warriors and shield bearers, they could still inflict damage on the ranged professions in the rear.
As for how to survive?
They no longer entertained such thoughts.
Unlike the mercenaries, they were all awakened from within Crimson Dragon City, fully aware of the importance of this mission.
Even in the face of death, they showed no fear.
However, they had oversimplified the situation.
With the overwhelming advantage in numbers, the lob shot couldn't inflict any effective damage.
The group of shield bearers quickly retreated, raising their shields high, unexpectedly providing protection for their archers in the rear.
At the same time, the archers crouched down, drew their bows, and launched another attack.
Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh—
The crisp sounds of arrows cutting through the air resonated as arrows pierced and tore through flesh. Screams of agony rose and fell in succession.
Archers and magi who were not under Wales' protection fell to the ground, one after another.
Their HP had already dropped to below one-third, leaving them in a state of extreme weakness, seemingly on the verge of death.
"Kill!"
Amidst the chilling voices, the crowd promptly shifted their attention to Howard.
Brandishing their weapons and shields, they all charged towards Howard with murderous intent.
Witnessing this scene, Wales's eyes grew colder.
In that moment, he once again unleashed a skill, casting a burst of purple light that bloomed like a domain, enveloping the thousands of pursuers surrounding them.
Almost instantly, the pursuers sensed something amiss and began shouting, "Defend! Defend!"
The next moment, scrolls were thrown out and activated in a flash.
A silver-white brilliance blossomed, shielding those pursuers who were prepared.
Those who hadn't managed to activate their scrolls in time, or who didn't perceive the danger, found their bodies withering away instantly.
Their flesh seemed to be drained, leaving them dried up and frail as they fell weakly to the ground.
Mysterious lights emerged from their bodies, swiftly converging upon Wales.
In that instant, Wales appeared like a vampire, absorbing the strength from the bodies of the pursuers into himself. A surge of immense power welled up within him.
"Ha, Tremor Wave!"
In the next moment, Wales forcefully stomped on the ground, unleashing a shockwave that sent the thousands of nearby pursuers flying.
It was undeniable that in the face of top-tier powerhouses, even if ordinary awakened individuals had leveled up, the disparity in strength was as vast as the distance between heaven and earth.
There was no helping it; the enhancements brought about by talent, equipment, and skills far surpassed those granted by levels.
Although Wales might be considered the weakest among individuals like Shelley Chan, when facing thousands of ordinary awakened, he was more than capable of driving them back.
Of course, instantly killing them was still a challenging feat.
Being able to momentarily repel them and protect Howard was already an impressive achievement.
Simultaneously, the battle in the skies finally drew to a close.
"Rancor!"
The cry of the phoenix resonated, filled with a tragic and heroic air, as Shelley Chan's figure fell to the ground amidst the flames. In the air, figures like Solyes and Nurbaski emerged.
However, they all bore more or less scars on their bodies, with burn marks on their skin.
Some of them were even as pale as death, their bodies swaying as if they could fall at any moment.
Clearly, defeating Shelley Chan had come at a great cost to them.
Thankfully, though they were not convinced of her strength, they had not underestimated Shelley Chan.
They had attacked her together; otherwise, there might have been casualties on their side in this battle.
Casting a glance and seeing Wales, Nurbaski couldn't help but smile and said, "May I ask if you are the Ravenous Wolf?"
"Indeed."
Wales directly affirmed.
"I have long heard that the investigative skills of Ravenous Wolf are rare in this world. Seeing you today, it really is extraordinary. You actually led so many people through the Mordun Wasteland and Medea Ruins, making it impossible for us to pursue." Nurbaski, aware of Wales's importance to the Alliance, naturally wouldn't make a move against him. Even his tone of speaking had changed.
After a pause, Nurbaski smiled and said, "If you step back now, we definitely won't harm you."
"…" Wales's eyes flickered as he began to speak, "I have a student here."
Before Wales could finish, Nurbaski immediately shook his head and said, "Sorry, we must seal the news about this matter. Except for you, everyone else must die!"
Upon hearing this, Wales couldn't help but twitch the corners of his mouth.
Howard, on the other hand, felt a chill in his heart. He had originally thought he was just tagging along for rewards, but now he realized his life was in danger.
And, more shockingly, the danger came from within the Alliance itself!
From the previous conversation, how could Howard not understand that Nurbaski, Solyes, and the others were all from the Alliance?
This filled him with dismay.
Fellow members of the Alliance, and yet they were fighting amongst themselves at a time like this?
Did they really think that the human race was already completely safe?
"Cough cough…"
At this moment, Shelley Chan dispelled the flaming armor around her body.
Her clothes were already in tatters, revealing her snow-white skin, though it too was marred with bloodstains and injuries.
Struggling to stand up, Shelley Chan spoke coldly, "Ravenous Wolf, do you truly believe in their credibility? Give me thirty seconds, and I can kill them all! After that, you will be the most honored guest in my Crimson Dragon City!"
Hearing this, Howard was shocked and looked at Shelley Chan in bewilderment. Seeing the determination in her eyes, he couldn't help but feel astounded.
What level of strength did this girl possess?
To actually have the confidence to kill over twenty powerhouses, comparable to the likes of Daniel?
"Hahaha!"
Nurbaski and the others exchanged glances and burst into laughter. "Shelley, I admit you're strong. In a one-on-one fight, any of us here might be killed by you, even if we took turns fighting. Unfortunately, we're not that foolish!"
Solyes spoke up directly, "Let's do this. To avoid any more complications, let's kill Shelley first! After she's dead, we'll search her Storage Bag or Space Ring!"
Solyes, after all, was from the Crimson Dragon City and had heard numerous tales and legends about Shelley, fostering a deep sense of wariness in him.
The rest, although thinking Solyes was being overly cautious, were not foolish enough to give Shelley Chan a chance.
After all, she was a veteran powerhouse, and what if she truly had a hidden trump card?
With that, Nurbaski spoke coldly, "Ravenous Wolf, I ask you to step back, otherwise we will not hesitate to take action against you!"
In the midst of speaking, Nurbaski, Solyes, and the others began to unleash their skills, their weapons and bodies radiating brilliance in succession.
"Alas!"
Just at that moment, a sigh broke through the tension, and Wales spoke in a grave tone, "Shelley Chan, I know you are a significant figure in the Crimson Dragon City and certainly have more cards up your sleeve. Protect Howard well, and I can buy you ten breaths' time!"
"Seeking death!"
Before Wales could finish his sentence, Nurbaski erupted in fury, "We generously offer you a chance to live, and since you so desire death, I will send you straight to hell!"
"Death Hand!"
As Nurbaski spread his hands, a massive blood-red palm appeared out of nowhere, engulfing Howard, Shelley Chan, and Wales within it.
The next moment, the colossal blood-red hand clenched fiercely!
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