Chapter 25: The Will of Power
Three hundred-man squads, one of which was instantly wiped out by a tenth of its members, including the captain, while the opponent was just one person.
Undoubtedly, this is an absolute strongman.
At any time, this situation would put tremendous pressure on the soldiers' psychology, even fear. If it weren't for the iron military discipline of the Scarlet Flame Legion, it's possible that they might have directly dispersed in panic. But the remaining two centurions knew that as soon as they thought of the death order from General Scarlet Fox, the option to retreat simply did not exist.
"Don't be afraid, he's alone. The heavy cavalry is in front, the great swordsmen are close behind, and they're surrounded on both sides. Kill him!" The centurions gritted their teeth and gave the order.
The nature of soldiers is to obey; the men hesitated for a moment, then quickly began to form squares. But how could Middy give them time to reform?
Another obscure and profound incantation was uttered from his lips, the light sword moved swiftly in the air like a goose feather pen, in an instant, those heavily armored knights holding tower shields were covered with a layer of green mold. These molds seemed to be alive, quickly drilling into the gaps of their armor, these heavy cavalry suddenly turned pale, and many began to vomit blood.
Another Devil May Cry skill, Epidemic Formation.
The hundred captains had already seen that the black-haired youth's level would not exceed 25, yet he had actually formed contracts with so many ghost gods and was able to unleash such varied attacks. If his diverse attacks were to increase further, then the formation would likely truly collapse.
At this point, the faces of the hundred officials also turned gloomy.
In fact, Mide's spirit is just one and needs only one.
Before the soldiers could react, Miti had already moved to the side at an incredible speed, and then, as expected, released the third Oni array - countless flames erupted from the ground, causing the disorganized soldiers to dodge everywhere, with occasional explosions that instantly burned some unsuspecting soldier into charcoal.
The third Devil May Cry skill, Inferno Array.
"Never mind the formation, go and kill him!" The centurions roared, leading the charge without regard for anything, no longer needing to be commanded, nor was there any way to command them. The only choice left to them was to fight with the most primitive and barbaric method.
A 30-level great swordsman and a 30-level heavy knight, these two centurions led a group of well-coordinated guards to quickly break away from the crowd and charge forward.
"You think you can stop me?" Midy sneered.
It's not arrogance, nor is it pride, and it's not even a difference in combat strength. For the reborn Mide, just being aware makes him completely different from his enemies before him.
He didn't fight because of someone's order, nor did he fight for power and money. After experiencing despair and death, he fought for the people and things he cherished, to make up for all the regrets and mistakes, and he fought with all his might!
Different purposes and different awakenings naturally lead to different results.
With just these eyes that have no enlightenment, only thinking about completing tasks, can they stop me? Don't be kidding!
The silver flame in the black-haired youth's eyes reignited, and with a light leap, he left behind several residual shadows. He had already instantly traversed the chaotic battlefield and arrived before the great swordsman. The lightsaber flashing with cold light drew a trail of light in the air, and a vertical slash was already descending towards his opponent's head.
A 30-level great swordsman instinctively raised his sword to block, but only saw a ray of light cutting through his own sword as if it were thin paper.
"This light sword is actually so sharp?"
This was the last thought that flashed through the mind of the great swordsman before he died.
A burst of demonic energy exploded, unfolding a black rose. The halved swordsman had not yet fallen to the ground when Middy turned around and unfolded his ghostly steps. His lightsaber wrapped in demonic energy transformed into a whip that was extremely fast, directly lashing several soldiers flying out.
The next moment, another big slash fell on the head of the 30th level heavy knight!
The heavily armored centurion had long recognized the power of this light sword, his face solemn, retreating instead of advancing, holding up his shield to block while dissipating that powerful impact force. With a loud "clang", the heavily armored knight, famous for his defensive strength, withstood this blow that was as mighty as a mountain.
But this is just the beginning.
The black-haired youth's eyes were surging with silver flames, and his body seemed to contain infinite power. In the clash of sword and shield without any skill, the ghost swordsman, famous for his skills, was suppressing the heavy knight who took pride in his strength. The sharp light sword left deep marks on the tower shield, and amidst the mournful sound of metal, the centurion continued to retreat, while the light sword continued to advance forward, each step forward making the breath of death thicker.
"Come quickly and kill him!" In a moment of crisis, the heavy cavalry centurion suddenly shouted.
However, the soldiers attempting to launch a surprise attack had not yet approached Midy when the sharp icicles once again thrust out from underground, instantly reaping several lives. This ice formation was much smaller than the first one, but it was more than enough to isolate this final battlefield.
"Rest in peace." Midei said softly.
The light sword finally melted the hard metal at this moment, penetrating the entire shield. The heavy knight let out a loud roar, abandoned his shield, and held his sword with both hands to counterattack.
But at the same time, the black sword in Medea's waist had already been unsheathed, and with a single slash, it struck out towards her opponent. The trajectory of the sword's blade was an arc-shaped light trail that was incredibly sharp and precise. This light trail arrived before it was even seen, dodging the heavy knight's longsword, and in one swift motion, beheaded the helmet that was filled with anger and unwillingness!
Having lost their captain and being controlled and damaged by a large-scale law array, even the Scarlet Flame Army was finally disheartened, and soldiers who had lost their will to fight threw away their helmets and armor, fleeing without looking back, leaving only one victor standing in front of the granary.
Midi took a deep breath.
In fact, he was also extremely exhausted.
Although the entire battle process was only a few bursts of magic, a few flashes of sword light, and a few swift movements, it was too exhausting for both mental and magical powers, whether it was grasping the situation or controlling the powerful demon in his left arm.
If at first Mi Di was an arrow that didn't know how to turn back, now he had been consumed until even a silk thread couldn't penetrate the end of a strong crossbow.
After all, the actual level is only 22 levels.
But beneath his exhausted body, Midie's mood was extremely high.
The current self is indeed very strong, not just very strong, but extremely strong.
From the moment of rebirth, the hard work with gritted teeth, the cautious actions and the resolute choices have all been rewarded and proven in this battle.
The mysterious power of the left arm is indeed unparalleled, but that's just potential, a partner, not actual strength. Midee remembered clearly that in his previous life, with the same ghostly power, he spent a whole half year before taming it and casting his first complete Ghost Slash.
But this time? A perfect fusion, an unusually perfect transformation, the effects of both are superimposed, bringing about an unbelievable effect. Not only has his physical quality been greatly improved, but he can also master the skills of both Sword Soul and Ghost Cry at the same time!
What a huge advantage it is, just looking at the result of the previous battle can tell - with one against three hundred, instantly locking up a large number of enemies, and then breaking through in one breath, killing three team leaders! When the skills of Ghost Cry and Sword Soul are combined to form a set of combo moves, they produce a result that is far greater than the sum of their individual strengths.
In his previous life, for Mide who often struggled on the line of death, this was a power that he didn't even dare to think about.
If at first, Midie only had the foresight of the future after rebirth and twenty years of life experience, then at this moment, he could be sure that his current self was enough to enter the ranks of true geniuses.
The current self is capable of standing alongside Fina and Eris, and has the qualifications and abilities to protect them.
So, hold the sword in your hand tightly, be firm in your conviction, and then move forward all the way!
Midi thought so, casting a sharp gaze at the massive and heavy iron gate in front of him.
Let the war begin!
When he lit up the southern grain depot with a swift motion, a towering flame also rose above the northern grain depot.
Up to this point, the strategic goal of this campaign has been smoothly achieved. The three granaries were destroyed, and the only choice for the Red Flame Army was to postpone the attack and wait for the re-supply of grain and fodder.
Of course, Midei also considered that the cunning Red Fox General might try to act against established military common sense - You want to delay? I'll attack strongly! At all costs, fight to your castle!
This situation is not impossible, but if it were true, the Scarlet Flame Legion would find that they are facing the main force of the Asrelex family, who have been waiting in ambush. Without supplies and with their rear route not on their home ground, they may even be intercepted, which would be a gamble with enormous risks.
Victory is theirs, but the Aslepius family will be in a difficult situation, and it's not over yet.
But if they lose, the Sess family will not be able to escape unscathed. Once the main force of the Scarlet Flame Army suffers casualties beyond a certain number, the impact will not only be felt by the Sess family itself, but also on the strength of the Senatorial faction and even the entire political landscape of the Principality.
A thousand-mile dike collapses because of an ant hole. No family that has been in business for many years would want even a single crack to appear in their dam, let alone a gap.
Mi Di didn't think General Red Fox had this courage or guts.
Now that the goal has been smoothly achieved, all that's left to do is to withdraw completely.
For Middy, who had rich adventurer experience after rebirth and had seen countless bloody battlefields, this was not a difficult task at all.
The endless barrage of magical bullets had also ceased, and it was clear that Feena had stopped immediately after seeing the three granaries catch fire and began to retreat.
With Fiona's tactical vision, keen intuition and powerful strength, plus the support of Batlan's personally led response troops, Mide believed that the bait side was absolutely safe, and the incoming Magic Bullet Queen would easily avoid the search by General Akako.
The development of the battle has been very smooth so far.
But soon, as Middy darted back and forth in the shadows of the street, he discovered something unusual.
Logically, the Crimson Flame Legion's best and only choice at this moment is to gather their forces at the Eastern District Granary and other key facilities for defense. However, looking at the direction those soldiers and troops are advancing in, it's not the Eastern District, but the Northern District!
Meditating slightly and carefully observing, he immediately discovered that the enemy's current troop movements were for the purpose of constructing a huge encirclement.
It seems like Sigmund and Liliana are in trouble!
The black-haired youth judged so, and with a flash of his figure, he had already merged into the night colors of the smoke.
