Chapter 65
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Chapter 65: The Defeat Was Like a Landslide
Indeed, from the first time they faced the Night Demon’s attack, Leo felt an odd sensation.
Because he sensed that the Night Demon seemed a bit weak.
Indeed, the Night Demon’s attack was incredibly fierce; if it weren’t for the all-out effort, the soldiers at Winter Fortress would not have held out at all.
But…
No matter how strong the walls of Winter Fortress are, they cannot compare to Mary Ann’s Great Wall.
That Great Wall was built with the hard work of thousands of soldiers and was filled with countless Order Sect’s counterattack spells.
Yet that Great Wall was torn open, almost breaking in two.
Why, then, did Winter Fortress manage to hold out for five whole days?
Now, Leo finally understood.
It was not the army of the Night Demon that tore apart Mary Ann’s Great Wall, but…
The ancient dragon that Miss Kalian discovered.
That mythical creature possessed power beyond all forms of life.
"Roar!!!"
The giant dragon finally descended from the clouds, spreading its wings.
It was a giant dragon that was entirely red, its scarlet scales seemed to represent disaster and sacrifice.
A scorching vortex swirled around its scales, and its golden slit eyes mocked the White Cavalry Army.
In an instant, the human attack came to a sudden stop.
Everyone stopped and stared at the unexpected guest, feeling an instinctive fear in their hearts.
Their souls trembled, their bodies shook, and only those with abilities of the third level or above could withstand the pressure of this powerful being.
On the walls of Winter Fortress City, the guards could not move at all under the impact of the giant dragon, unable to hold onto their weapons.
Eddie and his friend Luke stood side by side, knowing that only this way could they avoid falling to the ground.
Kalian stared blankly at the giant dragon, whispering to herself, "So, they really do exist."
"Miss," Viscount Carter gritted his teeth, resisting the dragon’s pressure, "We must leave here quickly…"
"Huh?"
"I’m sorry, miss, we have to go now!"
At that moment, the cries of the Night Demons echoed from the mountains to the north of Winter Fortress.
"Kill!"
The Night Demon Cavalry, which had remained hidden since the war began, finally showed its sharp fangs.
Leading them into battle was the Night Demon Commander, Calvaro.
"Damn it, face the enemy, face the enemy!"
The Marquis of Logan yelled at his cavalry while holding the reins.
But his soldiers could not muster any fighting spirit under the pressure of the dragon.
Not only the soldiers but even the warhorses beneath them no longer obeyed.
This surprise attack by the Night Demon against the main force of North Land became like fish on a chopping board.
"Logan, how nice to see you again," Calvaro chuckled, waving his whip. "Now, it’s time to say farewell!"
"Kill!!"
"Kill!"
"Slay these foolish humans!"
Amid the shouts, the Night Demon Cavalry crashed into the North Land’s cavalry.
Just like when the White Cavalry Army collided with the Joyful Church’s cavalry.
One side charged at full speed, while the other side stood still.
The outcome was predictable.
The Marquis of Logan’s tens of thousands of cavalry lost nearly one-third of their forces in a single clash.
Those Night Demon infantry with giant shields also drew their weapons.
The battle began.
The defeat has started.
Obviously, all of Logan’s plans were already within Calvaro’s expectations.
He could have broken through the Winter Fortress; he only wanted to lure out the main forces of North Land to destroy them in one battle.
He wanted to win a battle and eliminate all the main forces of North Land, to change the ruler of Tersk Territory.
Marquis of Logan was completely outsmarted.
In the next moment, the giant dragon in the sky opened its mouth, "Calvaro, destroy that human city, and our deal will be over, right?"
"Of course, great King of Calamity, thank you for your assistance," Calvaro replied respectfully.
"Hmph, I hope you remember your promise; otherwise, you will face my wrath."
With that, it flapped its enormous wings that covered the sky and flew towards the walls of Winter Fortress.
The White Cavalry Army in front of him seemed just like tiny ants trying to stop a chariot, crying out as they fell to the ground.
They couldn’t hold on for even a second.
The power of humans is too small in front of the dragon.
"Master!"
"Quick! Go to the ground, don’t stay in the sky!"
Leo pulled the reins, guiding the pegasus down to the ground.
Fortunately, the main forces of the Marquis of Logan attracted the attention of the Night Demons, giving them a chance to breathe.
Meanwhile, the flames that seemed to come from the abyss finally scorched the walls of Winter Fortress.
Boom!
The loud rumbling noise seemed to shatter everyone’s eardrums.
"Whooosh!!"
The ground shook, and even the warhorses beneath them stumbled, nearly falling to the ground.
On both sides of Winter Fortress, stones fell, and the mountainsides slid down.
Not to mention, the first to face this was Winter Fortress City.
In just a moment, this stronghold that had stood for hundreds of years crumbled into ruins in the blaze.
"Mother!"
"Ah!"
"Damn it!"
The sounds of crying and wailing filled the sky, but only lasted a few seconds before everything fell silent again.
Because those who wailed were no longer alive.
They had died.
They had died forever.
Out of the thirty thousand soldiers summoned by the Marquis of Logan, as well as the Holy Guard protecting the city, at least half had died from that blow.
At least half had died.
In the face of overwhelming power, no amount of desperate determination or resolve matters; it is all hopeless and meaningless.
After delivering that blow, the dragon spread its wings and soared, disappearing into the horizon.
The army of the Night Demon gripped their weapons tightly and launched a fierce chase.
They did not plan to give these humans a chance to retreat back to the heart of North Land.
This was Calvaro’s command and also their long-held wish.
This war is the Night Demon’s revenge on humanity.
They do not accept surrender, nor take prisoners; men are killed on the spot, and women are violated immediately.
Just as humans once did to them.
"Master, what… what should we do?" Skuld said in a panic; facing such great power, she almost lost the ability to think.
"Follow Kalian." Thanks to the broken city, Leo spotted the princess rushing to escape, "I’m afraid we can’t stay in North Land any longer."
……
"Kill!!"
The Night Demon Army charged across the long bridge after Winter Fortress and plunged into the vast forest.
The remaining soldiers of Winter Fortress already knew they had been tricked; the long bridge had not been destroyed at all.
They rushed toward their hometown with despair and anger.
But even now, they could not blow up the bridge.
They could only run desperately, hoping to be a little faster than the Night Demons, or at least a bit faster than their fellow soldiers beside them.
Inside the forest, the Night Demon suddenly waved his hand.
"Stop advancing!"
However, the soldiers in a rush could not control their momentum.
Then, the sound of an explosion rang out.
"Bang!"
Dozens of Night Demon Soldiers were instantly consumed by the explosion, turning into pieces of flesh.
"Damn it, what kind of power is this?"
"It’s a trap from the Mechanical Sect. Watch your step and move slowly. Ha, it’s truly fallen; they believe in order, yet they use the power of machines."
"Chase!"
"That’s a big fish; don’t let him escape."
"Also, remember the commander’s words: find the leader of the Winter Fortress and kill him!"
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