Lucia smiled and encouraged everyone, "You are the best. Believe in yourselves, we will succeed."

The crowd responded enthusiastically, and the entire venue was filled with an atmosphere of perseverance and unity.

The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Alex and Adrian led the first squad back into the forest to further strengthen the defenses. Meanwhile, Jack and Suttin began their final adjustments and drills by the river.

Adrian stood on a high point, gazing at the distant mountains, and took a deep breath. He said to Alex beside him, "Everything is ready. Now we'll see how it performs in actual combat."

Alex nodded: "That's right, we'll make the enemy understand that this land is not so easy to conquer."

On the riverbank, Su Ting and Jack were also closely monitoring their surroundings. Jack asked in a low voice, "What do you think they'll do this time?"

Su Ting frowned: "No matter what they do, we will have a countermeasure. The key is to remain vigilant and be ready to fight at any time."

Just then, a scout ran up to report: "The enemy's vanguard has begun its operation and is expected to arrive here in three days."

Su Ting and Jack exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with determination. Su Ting said firmly, "Then let's wait and see, and prepare for this battle."

Jack patted Su Ting on the shoulder: "Let's go, brother, let's face this tough battle together."

The two comrades marched together to the front lines, preparing for the upcoming battle.

Alex stood in the woods, looking up at the sky as if praying for their safety. Adrian walked over and patted him on the shoulder: "Alex, no matter what happens, we'll hold on to the end."

Alex laughed: "Yeah, we're sure to win. Let's go, to the front lines and wait for those guys to arrive."

The two smiled at each other and strode resolutely into the distance.

The next morning, the sounds of birdsong in the forest mingled with the distant lapping of the river, foreshadowing an extraordinary day to come. Alex and Adrian led the first squad deep into the forest for final checks, while Suttin and Jack made final preparations by the river.

Alex stood under a large tree, gazing confidently at the trap-strewn terrain ahead. "This is a perfect spot," he said to Adrian. "Once the enemy's vanguard enters this area, they'll be caught completely off guard."

Adrian nodded, his gaze resolute: "That's right, we are fully prepared. If the enemy dares to come, we will make sure they don't leave alive."

Meanwhile, Jack and Suttin were carefully inspecting each ambush point along the riverbank. Jack pointed to a hidden patch of grass and said, "We can set up several rows of traps here. When the enemy gets close, they'll fall into our trap."

Su Ting nodded in agreement: "Yes, this is indeed a good place. We need to make sure every trap works so that the enemy has nowhere to escape."

Just as the two were discussing, a scout suddenly ran in to report: "Report! The enemy's vanguard has begun its operation and is expected to arrive in three days."

Chapter 600 Strengthening Logistics and Supply

Chapter 600 Strengthening Logistics and Supply

Su Ting frowned: "We have three days. We must seize every minute and second and not make any mistakes."

Jack patted him on the shoulder, his eyes filled with determination: "Brother, don't worry, we've made thorough preparations. As long as we follow the plan, we'll definitely teach them a lesson."

Alex and Adrian received the same message. Alex said in a deep voice, "The enemy is coming. We must hold our ground and not let them advance an inch."

Adrian raised his sword and shouted to the first squad, "Brothers, the battle is about to begin! This is a crucial moment for us to defend our home! Everyone must be on high alert and hold this line!"

The soldiers responded enthusiastically, their eyes burning with unwavering determination. Alex and Adrian quickly assigned tasks, ensuring that everyone could perform at their best.

Meanwhile, Su Ting and Jack were also urgently adjusting their deployment. Su Ting commanded, "You few are responsible for setting traps, the rest of you prepare bows and arrows and spears, ready for battle at any time."

Jack added, "Remember to stay alert, follow instructions, and don't act rashly. We must make sure everyone returns safely."

Time passed quietly, and two days later, a tense atmosphere permeated the entire base. Villagers gathered at the foot of the city walls, awaiting the arrival of battle.

Finally, at dawn on the third day, a dark cloud-like formation appeared on the distant horizon—the enemy's vanguard. Alex confirmed it through his binoculars and immediately ordered, "Everyone prepare! The enemy is about to enter the forest. Activate the traps!"

At a command, the mechanisms hidden in the forest were triggered, unleashing a series of booming sounds that threw the enemy into chaos. Alex and Adrian led the first squad in a swift counterattack, fiercely striking the invaders with arrows and spears.

Meanwhile, the situation on the riverbank became extremely tense. Seeing the enemy approaching, Jack and Sutton immediately ordered their soldiers to attack. The underwater traps proved highly effective; many enemies fell into the river, and cries of agony filled the air.

The battle lasted a full day. As night fell, the enemy was forced to retreat. Alex returned to command post, panting heavily. Looking at the scene before him, he secretly rejoiced: "Luckily, we were well prepared, otherwise the consequences would have been unimaginable."

Adrian also looked exhausted, but his eyes gleamed with victory: "We succeeded, at least temporarily halting their advance."

Jack and Suttin returned to the riverside camp. Looking at their exhausted soldiers, they exchanged a glance, their hearts filled with emotion. "We've won this time," Jack said, "but we can't let our guard down. The enemy will surely attack again."

Su Ting nodded in agreement: "That's right, we must continue to prepare our defenses to meet even greater challenges."

Alex and Adrian returned to camp to discuss their next steps with Jack and Suttin. Alex said, "Although the enemy suffered a loss this time, they certainly won't give up easily. We can't let our guard down."

Adrian continued, "We need to strengthen our defenses, especially our weak points, and increase our reconnaissance efforts to keep abreast of the enemy's movements."

Jack nodded: "In addition, we need to strengthen logistical support to ensure that the soldiers' physical strength and morale are not affected."

Sutin added, "We also need to strengthen the medical team to ensure that every wounded soldier receives timely treatment."

Chapter 601 A Top-Down Strikes

Chapter 601 A Top-Down Strikes

After much discussion, the four leaders finally devised a detailed defense plan. Alex stood up and said, "Tomorrow morning, we'll begin implementing the new defense plan. Brothers, let's work together to protect this land!"

The crowd responded enthusiastically, and the hall resounded with inspiring shouts.

Night had fallen, but the base remained brightly lit. Alex stood alone atop the watchtower, gazing at the starry sky, silently praying, "Please bless us through this war, and protect every brave heart."

Just then, Jack walked over and patted Alex on the shoulder: "Alex, don't be too nervous, we will overcome all difficulties."

Alex smiled and nodded. "Yes, we'll definitely win. Brother, let's go back and get some rest; we have a lot to do tomorrow."

The two smiled at each other and walked towards the dormitory together.

The night was as dark as ink, yet the camp remained brightly lit. The soldiers busily reinforced their defenses in every corner, ensuring each trap was used to its fullest potential. Alex and Jack returned to their barracks but didn't rest immediately. Instead, they sat by the campfire, silently organizing their equipment.

“Alex,” Jack broke the silence, “don’t you think today’s battle went too smoothly?”

Alex stopped what he was doing, looked up at Jack, and after a moment of thought, replied, "It is indeed a bit strange. The enemy's vanguard entered our ambush zone without any preparation. Do you think they are testing us?"

Jack nodded: "Very likely. The enemy's actions this time are clearly intended to test our defenses and see just how much strength we have."

Alex frowned. "If we let our guard down, it could be a fatal mistake. We must be even more careful tomorrow."

Just then, hurried footsteps sounded at the door. A scout rushed in, panting, and reported, "Captain, emergency! Enemy reinforcements have appeared to the southeast, estimated to number over a thousand!"

Alex and Jack stood up simultaneously, their faces grave. "Thousands of people?" Alex asked. "And they're so fast?"

The scout nodded: "Yes, they seem to have quickened their pace. They're expected to reach our lines by tomorrow afternoon."

Alex took a deep breath and said quickly, "Immediately notify Adrian and Suttin; we need to discuss countermeasures urgently. Jack, you are in charge of inspecting all the fortifications and ensuring that every single one is sturdy and reliable."

Jack nodded, then got up and walked outside. Alex quickly put on his coat and headed towards the command post.

Before long, the four leaders gathered around a rough map. Alex pointed to several points on the map and said, "According to current intelligence, the enemy is likely to attack from these three routes. We must deploy defenses in advance, especially here and here, these two places are the most critical."

Adrian nodded in agreement: "We can hide some of our forces in the mountains and forests and wait for the enemy to penetrate deeper before launching an attack. This will create greater chaos."

Su Ting suggested, "I think we need to add some decoys to mislead the enemy about the location of our main force and distract them."

Jack added, "Yes, we set up some camouflage on the riverbank to make it look like the main battlefield, while in reality we put our main defensive forces on these high grounds to attack from above."

Chapter 602 Welcoming the Next Battle

Chapter 602 Welcoming the Next Battle

Alex nodded and said, "Very good, let's proceed according to this plan. Time is of the essence, everyone hurry up and get moving."

After the meeting, the four leaders led their respective teams into the intense work. The entire camp was once again bustling with activity as soldiers picked up their tools and busied themselves working in the darkness.

The sun finally rose again, its rays filtering through the treetops and illuminating the busy scene at the camp. Alex stood on the high platform, looking down at the orderly setup, and felt a little comforted.

Adrian walked over and patted him on the shoulder: "Well done, brother. Our defenses are very strong now, and even the strongest enemy won't be able to break through easily."

Alex smiled slightly: "Thank you. But we can't let our guard down. The enemy will arrive soon, and everyone should prepare for the worst."

The words had barely left his lips when the sound of horses' hooves echoed in the distance, causing the ground to tremble slightly. Jack's voice rang out: "The enemy is here! Everyone, prepare yourselves!"

The soldiers quickly took their positions, ready for battle. Alex observed the enemy through his binoculars; their figures gradually became clearer, and their numbers were indeed enormous, far exceeding his initial estimate.

"All traps ready, archers prepare!" Alex shouted the order.

At a command, the first wave of traps was triggered, instantly causing massive chaos. Many enemies fell into the traps, screams filling the air. At the same time, archers drew their bows and unleashed a dense rain of arrows at the enemy.

The battle instantly intensified, with both sides engaging in fierce combat in the forest. Alex led the first squad, swiftly charging into the fray and clashing with the enemy in close combat. Adrian wielded his sword with unparalleled bravery, each strike carrying the force of a thunderbolt.

Meanwhile, on the riverbank, Su Ting and Jack were directing their troops, using various concealed traps and clever layouts to inflict repeated casualties on the enemy. Underwater concealed weapons were particularly effective, causing many enemies to fall into the river and become unable to move.

The battle raged for most of the day. As the sun set, blood flowed like a river on the battlefield. In the end, the enemy was forced to retreat once again. Alex returned to command post, exhausted, and saw that his comrades were all wounded, but their eyes still shone with unwavering determination.

"This victory today was hard-won; everyone has worked very hard," he said in a deep voice.

Adrian patted him on the shoulder: "We've held them off for now, but this is just the beginning. The enemy will never give up easily."

Su Ting nodded: "We still have a lot of preparations to do, and the battles to come will only be more arduous."

Jack added, "We need to recover our strength as soon as possible, strengthen our defenses, and prepare for the next challenge."

The four leaders sat around the campfire, discussing new tactics. Alex looked up at the starry sky and silently prayed, "Please bless us to get through this war, and protect every brave heart."

Just then, footsteps sounded outside the door, and a soldier came in to report: "Captain, we just received intelligence that the enemy is amassing more troops and may launch a full-scale attack in the next few days."

Alex took a deep breath, his gaze resolute: "No matter how powerful the enemy, we must defend this land. Brothers, prepare for the next battle."

Chapter 603 An Urgent Expression

Chapter 603 An Urgent Expression

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