Chapter 8, Ant Attachment

Wang Qiao secretly said to Wang Yin: "Otherwise... at this moment, it would be us sitting at the eye of the storm!"

... ...

With the cultivation level of Wang Yinzhen's True Qi realm, combined with the iron armor, it is simply a humanoid killing machine

A wave of arrows fell upon the earthen rampart, only to be intercepted by wooden shields, as dozens of knights dismounted and charged forward, climbing up the slope.

Er Niu

Dong! Dong!

Long before, he had clearly stated to the village chief that the Hu people might drive away the surrounding villagers and swarm the city. He suggested that strict measures should be implemented throughout the village immediately, gathering the elderly, women, and children together, while all able-bodied men should be organized into local militia. Additionally, a supervisory combat team should be established to suppress the unrest

Indeed

This wave of siege did not disperse until nightfall, and the area around Daqingzhuang was already strewn with corpses, a sight too horrific to behold

Once the refugees have perished, no matter how reluctant the Hu cavalry may be, they will have no choice but to take the field themselves

As the boy's hand trembled, the stone fell down

The whip struck fiercely, leaving a mark of blood on his back

On the earthen wall, Wu Ming was intently observing the movements around him. Seeing that a mere woman like Huang Ying dared to come to this battlefield, he couldn't help but feel somewhat astonished

The man with the antler mask let out a wild roar and struck the drum at his waist

Everyone step aside, watch me!

Huang Ying addressed Wu Mingfu and suddenly said: "Today, the cavalry of the Hu people has suffered no losses at all, while our morale has been greatly undermined. In my humble opinion, we may not be able to hold on for more than three days..."

Let him go...

Could it be that...

Under the onslaught of gods and Buddhas, the Hu people finally left behind several corpses, retreating like a receding tide. The local militia on the walls suddenly cheered, venerating Wang Yin as a hero.

I am Little Stone

This set of armor is truly the most valuable treasure in Wang Qiao's armory

A set of armor, while it may be somewhat exaggerated to say it is worth an entire Daqing Village, is certainly more than sufficient to be equivalent to half of Daqing Village

Wu Ming was taken aback for a moment, then said: "Yesterday I was confident I could save you, and naturally I would act with chivalry and righteousness. Just like today, if I could take on a hundred foes alone, or even single-handedly slay the shaman, I would have already performed such a noble deed. Unfortunately, my strength is insufficient, what can I do about it?"

Arrows rain down like a storm

Wu Ming was silent for a moment, then said: "Has Miss Yellow Oriole ever considered what our main mission is? And why is it necessary to emphasize the word 'choice'?"

Numerous Hu people shouted, laughed, and even wantonly slaughtered men and abused women, showing not the slightest concern.

Put it down!

At this moment, the true test is just beginning

Hmm?

Accompanied by the sound of hooves, dozens of cavalrymen from the Hu people finally appeared before Wu Ming

Indeed, the oriole, having previously summoned great courage to ascend, now stood atop the city wall. Upon witnessing the scattered corpses below, she could not help but feel a wave of dizziness, her eyes slightly reddening: "These people are so unfortunate"

A local militia member pointed to a distance, his face filled with an expression of astonishment

At this moment, Wu Ming was accompanied by Qin Hu and several fierce and menacing young men, taking on the role of the督战队.

Wu Ming, however, had a cold expression and suddenly shouted, "If Zhuangzi is defeated, do we still have our lives?"

The oriole exclaimed in surprise

And by the time all the nearby people had perished, beneath the Great Qing Village, nearly a thousand corpses lay scattered, leaving the surrounding villages within a radius of several dozen miles completely deserted

The deep drumbeats resonated in everyone's heart, causing Wu Ming to feel a slight heaviness in his chest, while the Hu people cheered loudly. The wounds on their bodies began to stop bleeding, and some lightly injured soldiers directly tore off a strip of bloodied skin from their bodies, revealing fresh, tender skin underneath, which had surprisingly healed without any medication

Huang Ying suddenly asked, "Does the nameless young master have a way to save these innocent commoners outside?"

But he only needs to persevere for seven days, and then he can leave, naturally unafraid in both his demeanor and actions

Haha ... ... Kill! Kill! After all, it is not us, the people of the grasslands, who will die; the more others die, the better ... ...

Two days have passed in the blink of an eye

I... I cannot, my third uncle is still down there

Defeated one Tulu warrior, earning one hundred minor merits

The Hu people are impoverished, with some even having arrowheads made of bone, and naturally, they possess very little good armor

Bang

Inside the food box, there were several steamed buns, dried meat, and a flask of wine. Wu Ming was not polite at all and immediately took them out, devouring them ravenously

Bone arrows flew across the sky, and the fleeing individuals were immediately shot dead

Powerless to act, merely lamenting in vain

The subjects of the Wolf God of Heaven shall never fear

A scattered rain of arrows fell upon the earthen wall, immediately causing a chorus of screams from below, as many people retreated and dispersed

At this moment, Wu Ming, along with Qin Hu and several other local militia leaders, was clad in leather armor, wielding tempered steel sabers, leading the other local militia in fierce combat at the front line

Such a scene made Wang Qiao and others grit their teeth in anger

Wu Ming's lips curled into a faint smile: "It seems that the Hu people will not launch another surprise attack tonight. I wonder if Miss Huang could find Qin Hu to replace me and also assist me with another task?"

Wang Qiao and Wang Yin, father and son, were both furious to the point of their eyes bulging, cursing loudly, while at the same time, their gazes towards Wu Ming contained a hint of admiration.

Huang Ying's face flushed slightly, and she raised the food box in her hand

Even the arrows, wooden mallets, and bricks stored in the stockade have been significantly depleted, and what is even more alarming is the strain on the physical and mental endurance of the local militia

The surrounding villagers gritted their teeth and unleashed their fury, while at the same time, many resentful gazes were directed at Wu Ming

Group therapy for minor injuries

The bright moon in the sky remains unchanged, yet faint cries can be heard from the fields below

Did you see it? Now you understand why your father does not allow you to do this

Whoosh

Wu Ming shook his head: "I know that Miss Huang Ying may be very sad at this moment, but please remember one thing: even with a kind heart, one must act within their capabilities; otherwise, it will only bring disaster to oneself and those around them"

And that brother Qin Hu seems to have his own plans

A young boy held a stone in his hand, yet he could not throw it down no matter what, crying out in distress

Amidst the wild laughter of the Hu people, several columns of smoke rose in the distance, signaling the approach of a few, or perhaps a dozen, Hu cavalrymen, bringing with them waves of captives.

Wu Ming's expression was resolute, and he remained unfazed in the face of a Hu warrior's charge and slash. With a firm shoulder, he actively met the edge of the blade. In a single stroke, his leather armor immediately bore a deep mark, causing excruciating pain that penetrated to the bone. Yet, the steel knife in his hand struck like a venomous dragon emerging from the ravine, piercing through the chest of a Hu centurion standing before him.

In ancient times, iron materials were expensive, and the cost of such full-body armor was terrifying, requiring even more astonishing craftsmanship

The remaining ones were forcibly driven together, and then preparations were made for the next wave of assault

a densely packed crowd

But suddenly, a scream broke this atmosphere

The Hu people are clad in leather coats, carrying quivers on their backs, galloping on horseback, with long bows and curved sabers on either side

Thank you

The smoke of war suddenly rises

Only those skilled individuals at the third and fourth levels of the physical realm can barely rely on the geographical advantage to withstand the attacks of the Hu people and their Tulu warriors

Upon seeing the refugees flee, the leader of the Hu people shouted, and immediately on horseback, he bent his bow and nocked an arrow, drawing the longbow into a full moon shape before releasing it with great force

However, what Wu Ming was wearing was the bottom-of-the-barrel merchandise from Daqingzhuang, a capital that Old Wang Qiao had accumulated bit by bit. Moreover, with the advantage of a superior position and geographical benefits, he naturally held a considerable advantage.

Can I hope that this nightmare will come to an end soon

No... Uncle!

As long as someone attempts to charge forward, kill them without exception! Remember, you are not only fighting for yourselves, but also for your parents, wives, and children...

I understand now

Beast!

Wu Ming squinted his eyes slightly and suddenly noticed a suspicious figure among the Hu people's camp, wearing a mask and hanging a red drum at his waist

The mortal world is like a dream, and we too are not without our dreams

The Wolf God has bestowed upon us strength

Wu Ming's hysterical roar echoed: "What are you still dawdling for? Throw it to me!"

Kill

person

Although Daqingzhuang had long been prepared, the local militia could not help but gasp in shock upon seeing the enemy

If one cannot survive, what is the use of accumulating any amount of merit?

... ...

The Hu cavalry continuously drove all nearby villagers they could find to come forward, swarming like ants to attack the city, depleting the stamina of those defending the stronghold in large numbers

The Hu people, enveloped in radiance, shouted in unison, launching their charge with abundant energy and high morale. In stark contrast, the crowd on the earthworks was utterly horrified, their morale having plummeted to the lowest point.

I... I was thinking that you, without a name, have not eaten or drunk anything for an entire day, so I specially came here...

In comparison, the original ditches, obstacles, and even stored armaments of Daqingzhuang have been largely depleted, with local militia suffering casualties. More critically, the blow to morale has been devastating.

Indeed, our task is merely to survive ... ... nothing more!

The villagers are all from the same area, and it is not uncommon for them to know each other well. At this moment, seeing relatives and friends holding wooden sticks and stones, with expressions of numbness on their faces, being driven away, there was an immediate commotion on the walls of Daqing Village.

Suddenly, a loud shout rang out. Wu Ming looked up and saw Wang Yin advancing, wielding an eight-foot-long snake spear, and surprisingly clad in iron armor, sweeping through the Hu people like a descending deity, which made his heart skip a beat

The yellow oriole, seemingly lost in thought, said: "Is it not just like yesterday, when you saved me, my lord?"

The Hu people are truly insane!

As the second wave of villagers, accompanied by the ants, began their assault, the people on both sides of the earthen wall were filled with tears, speechless and choked with emotion

The shaman Wumuran's pupils shifted as he took the ritual drum in hand, striking it repeatedly, causing a faint crimson light to emerge and envelop the surroundings

Due to Wang Qiao's recommendation, this thankless and difficult position, which is bound to offend people, naturally fell to Wu Ming.

Wu Ming naturally understands that he has caused significant trouble for himself

Numerous villagers nearby, regardless of gender, age, or physical condition, were all driven by the Hu people to swarm and attack the city

"Noble Young Master, I have brought you a meal!"

Wu Ming silently complained, having named the enemy's skill, but Wang Qiao suddenly screamed as if being choked: "It’s a Shaman! A Hu people's Shaman, what a calamity... How much sin have we committed to encounter this?"

The hints from the main temple faintly echoed in his ears, but Wu Ming had grown too indifferent to pay them any mind

Look at you!

Look at the knife

Wu Ming, having eaten and drunk his fill, suddenly spoke up

Under the urging of the Hu people, over a hundred villagers, almost unarmed, slowly stepped forward, with tears streaming down their faces, regardless of whether they were attacking or defending the city

Kill

Release the arrow

Release the arrow