Chapter 709 – War God River (2/2)

I stiffened and rubbed my nose, “I really haven’t thought about that. But… [Zhan Long] has always aspired to be a true hero, and that isn’t something I’m just saying. Once a true Country War occurs, then we won’t stop fighting until the last soldier has fallen to protect the land of the Chinese Servers.”

Dong Cheng giggled, “Such a spineless kid, all you think about is protecting your nation’s territory. Have you not thought about invading the lands of other countries and becoming a world dominator?”

I took a deep breath and smiled, “Dominate the world? To be honest, that would be too hard… this is such a great map. Tian Ling City is already making my head hurt, much less the six other great cities. If I had to take them over one by one, I think all of the hairs on my head will grow white….”

Wan Er smiled, “Pig, then why are you playing this game?”

I thought about it for a second and smiled, “It’s fun. I have many happy experiences in the game. Plus, I can spend time with you and protect you. That’s all….”

Qing Qian covered her smile, “If it's like that, then Brother Xiao Yao really is spineless…”

I shook my reins and said, “Let’s go already and pass through the War God River. I want to see what the map on the other shore is like. This Broken Blade Canyon is too savage. We actually met Level 3 Hybrid Demons along the way. No player has ever walked across this Bridge of Fate. We’re basically pioneering these maps. Not bad, we’ll be the first people to take a bite out of this crab!”

“Aye aye!”

……

The five people walked forward. Not long after, we arrived on the eastern shore of the bridge.

There was actually a camp on the shore. A tattered old Tian Ling City flag softly fluttered in the wind. The drill grounds were in ruins and broken weapons were scattered across the ground. Looks like it hadn’t been used in a long time. A few soldiers were sitting on the fence beside the camp. They were happily tanning in the sun. Some of them were even falling asleep and taking a nap.

Qing Qian bit her lip, “If Moon City really does plan on attacking us, then this defense camp of the Bridge of Fate really won’t be able to stand against it….”

Disappointed, I replied, “That’s right!”

Once we reached the Bridge of Fate, we saw a team of soldiers guarding the entrance. They seemed a bit more spirited. However, their breastplates and leather armor still looked very shabby. One of the soldiers pointed at us and roared, “Who are you?”

I showed my Tian Ling City badge and said, “We are adventurers from Tian Ling City that want to explore the western shore of The Bridge of Fate.”

The team leader narrowed his eyes and said, “The Western Shore? Do you guys know that the Western Shore is a battlefield from a hundred years ago. Only true soldiers can go there. That place is filled with danger. With your team? I’m afraid you’re just sending food to the beasts.”

I smiled, “That’s fine. We understand our limits. However, sir, why is it that while you guys are guarding this bridge, you don’t seem very energetic and your unfocused. If your prince Theodore finds out, who knows what he’ll do.”

Once I said that, the soldier immediately got nervous and adjusted his armor, “We’ve been guarding this Bridge of Fate for the past eleven years and have lived a peaceful life. That’s the only reason we’ve been able to be like this. Besides, the cart that replenishes our resources only comes once a year. The soldiers are practically farmers for half the year and are building families. There’s nothing I can do either. I can’t just watch them die of hunger right? The Bridge of Fate hasn’t been used in over a hundred years. I think…. The empire has probably already forgotten about the Bridge of Fate and us….”

I felt a little sympathetic to them and patted his shoulder, “Not at all. The Tian Ling Empire won’t forget about you….”

“Thank you for your comfort. Either way, you should be more careful on the western shore. That area is filled with danger.”

“Yes, I understand. Thank you!”

“Alright then. You can go through!”

……

Once we obtained permission to pass, I lead my horse onto the bridge. This bridge was completely made from wood, but they hadn’t rotted even after being soaked in water for a hundred years. The wood was connected with chains that looked as though they had not been repaired in a long time. Despite that, they hadn’t corroded yet. It’s probably only repaired every ten years. If they leave it alone for too long, then it would fall apart. The nobles of Tian Ling City have already forgotten this secluded piece of land and even forgotten the fierce battles that had once occurred on its waters.