Chapter 1266 - Welcome to the Epic Battlefield (2/2)
“Got it.”
After hearing Rhode’s command, the young lady nodded, took a step back, and vanished into the shadows. Up until that moment, Erin and Rhode exchanged looks with each other.
“Alright then, I shall make a move too, Erin.”
“Be careful, Rhode. If you think the situation is too dangerous, it is better to back down. After all, we… still have other chances.”
“This is our only chance.”
Night gales whizzed by. Rhode narrowed his eyes and gazed ahead. He smelled an oily scent in the chilly winds, which proved that the contamination of Chaos had begun once again. In the distance, the bright, gentle moonlight barrier became filthy. The pure white brilliance gradually dimmed as though it were smeared in dirt. A pitch-black, mysterious, and turbid color permeated, gaining the upper hand.
“Roar———!”
Everyone heard a string of deep growls echoing in the winds.
Let’s do it.
At this thought, Rhode extended his right arm and snapped his fingers. Along with this action, some enormous, scarlet numbers appeared in the pitch-black sky. Upon seeing the numbers, be it the hectic group on the city walls or the crowd lined up in the back, they lifted their heads to the sky. Shortly after, they grew excited.
30, 29, 28, 27…
“Oh-oh-oh, hurry up! It’s about to start! It has started counting down!”
“Quick! Clerics, put up the buffs. Is everyone in position? Confirm your positions once again. God dang it, we need to give it a good one. Don’t act recklessly and stay calm!”
“Oi, you guys up there, how much longer do you need? Are the turrets secured yet? We’re about ready now, and———done!”
“Rhode?”
Looking at this scene, Erin couldn’t help but gaze at Rhode beside her. Even though she didn’t know how he did it, she was certain that this was definitely his doing. But why did he set this countdown timer? It would be fine if it were meant to raise spirits, but judging from the chaotic mess below… Why did it feel counterproductive instead?
“Don’t worry, Erin. You’ll see.”
Facing her doubt and concern, Rhode wasn’t mindful at all. At that moment, the snarls were getting louder. The faint silver moonlight in the distance had turned into a turbid mix of black and white. Shortly after, the air warped and twisted figures strolled out from within, one after another.
10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5…
All of a sudden, the scarlet numbers grew in size. But at that moment, Erin realized that the hectic and bustling crowd on the defensive line became incredibly quiet as though it were the silence before the storm. The busy crowd on the steel city walls were nowhere to be seen anymore. The people at the bottom who ran about finding groups were also prepared. The players on the guard towers raised their weapons and faced the front.
3——!
2——!
1——!
After the number ‘1’ disappeared, all of a sudden, a line of golden text appeared in the night sky.
[Welcome to the Epic Battlefield!]
“Oo——Oo——Oo——!”
The deep bugle reverberated from the towers. At that moment, the silent city walls broke out in a frenzy.
“Oh-oh-oh! It has begun! For the honor of Starlight!”
“I’m hungry for honor points already. Come on, Chaos bast*rds!”
“This…”
Erin stared blankly at the fired-up crowd. At that moment, the passion they showed was so strong, so much so that Erin felt it was surreal. She didn’t expect these people to erupt with such powerful enthusiasm for battle. Logically speaking, one who reached the Peak Legendary Stage would value one’s life much more. It was already rare for these people to be willing to risk their lives to defend the land on her behalf. But now, judging from their behavior, it seemed like they were more passionate and agitated than the people of the Country of Darkness.
What exactly is going on?
“Alright then, let’s begin.”
When Erin turned around, the only thing she saw was Rhode turning around and leaving.
“I shall make a move first, Erin. I’ll leave this place to you! Let us prepare a great feast!”
At the same time, along with the bursts of snarls, the Chaos army appeared at the peak of the horizon!