"Kill!"

With a single step, Wang Junze soared into the air, leading the charge into the city. Wherever his sword edge pointed, dozens of Deserters were slain instantly. He then opened the city gate, allowing others to follow and storm into the city.

This had long become second nature to them.

In just three days, Wang Junze led his men over hundreds of miles, reclaiming seven towns and more than ten villages, slaying thousands of Deserters.

Of course, as Wang Junze had previously anticipated, these were not the elite Great Snow Wolf Riders, just the regular troops of the Deserters. The real main force had already sent the plundered goods back to the Extreme North Wilderness after the raids, leaving the Deserters only to add more pressure on the Human Race.

However, even so, Yuan Shouyi did not intend to send anyone to reclaim these towns. If it weren't for Wang Junze and his men, the Deserters could have held these places for a long time.

Wang Junze had actually interrogated some Deserters, discovering that Jing Yuan did indeed order them not to wantonly massacre the human populace.

Yet, even so, the Deserters couldn't help but bring harm to the Human Race while occupying the towns; it was inevitable.

This is the harsh reality of war.

Therefore, after recapturing these towns, Wang Junze showed no mercy in wiping out all the Deserters without any exceptions.

However, Wang Junze had a vague feeling that this smooth battle was about to end.

Jing Yuan wouldn't allow him to win this easily.

...

The constant stream of reports actually troubled not Jing Yuan, but Yuan Shouyi!

In just three short days, unease spread throughout Jubei City, with numerous differing opinions emerging.

Before this, under the pressure of the Deserters, no one dared to suggest splitting forces to reclaim the lost towns, nor did anyone dare to leave the city recklessly. But now, as Wang Junze and his men continued to win battles, more people began to question his decision to hold steadfastly in Jubei City without deploying a single soldier.

Most crucially, several sects and families had begun secretly sending people to join Wang Junze.

This was something Yuan Shouyi couldn't prevent. After all, those who came to support Jubei City did so voluntarily, and while he could manage a confrontation with one or two families, he lacked the authority to issue orders to so many families and sects.

But if he truly did nothing to stop it, more and more people would align themselves with Wang Junze, potentially threatening his authority.

"Elder Liu, in this matter, the Four Symbols Sect must take action. No matter what... Wang Junze cannot return to Jubei City alive!"

With a grim expression, Yuan Shouyi spoke in a deep tone.

"The Four Symbols Sect cannot directly attack Wang Junze." Shaking his head, Liu Wangchuan slowly replied, "Jing Lei has been following him, and should there be a chance, he will act. This matter cannot be rushed, besides... he killed Hu Qianqian and the Ghost Infant, the Demon Race will not let him go. Patience will bring an opportunity."

"Any news of Prince Yu?"

Taking a deep breath, Yuan Shouyi calmed himself before asking in a low voice.

"Not yet, but as for Zhou Dongfei's matter, you need not worry." Without a change in expression, Liu Wangchuan calmly replied.

"Ten days, no more than ten days... Wang Junze must die, or else, risking the abandonment of Jubei City, I will make the war situation chaotic!" A trace of madness flashed in Yuan Shouyi's eyes as he spoke coldly.

Even Liu Wangchuan's eyelids twitched involuntarily upon hearing this.

Abandon Jubei City!

That lunatic Yuan Shouyi dares to say that. Once Jubei City falls, the Deserters will pour in unimpeded, the whole Northern Domain will be awash in blood. Even the Deserters themselves likely never thought they could truly breach Jubei City.

Such is the fear of Wang Junze for him to utter such words.

...

"The surrounding towns have mostly been retaken... the small villages don't count, there's only one city left."

With a gentle glide of his finger across the map, Wang Junze spoke softly, "If the Deserters and Demon Race intend to set a trap, it can only be here!"

Following Wang Junze's directional cue, Luo Qingxuan quickly identified the location on the map.

"Since you know the Deserters might set a trap, can't you avoid it?"

Staring at the map, Luo Qingxuan asked in a deep voice.

"No!"

With a bitter smile, Wang Junze sighed, "Maiji City! As its name suggests, it is one of the richest towns in the Northern Domain, stocked with a large amount of grain. In the absence of an ability to breach Jubei City, it's the focal town where the Deserters can push their front lines. It was the first place the Deserters captured with heavy reinforcements at the beginning of the siege."

"Moreover, it's just before winter, the last grain harvest. The Deserters are still stationed heavily in Maiji City, waiting for the crops to mature."

"To strike at the Deserters, the best method is to take back Maiji City to ensure this batch of grain doesn't fall into their hands."

Hearing this, Luo Qingxuan finally understood.

As the Saintess of the Profound Moon Sword Sect, her high status made her less familiar with these matters compared to someone of Wang Junze's background.

"How long until the grain matures?"

"About seven days!"

Wang Junze, being from an ordinary background, was familiar with these things and could easily estimate the time.

"So we are constrained by time, having to retake Maiji City within seven days?" Luo Qingxuan asked, somewhat troubled.

"Yes!"

Nodding, Wang Junze replied solemnly, "We not only have to take the city, but we also need to hold it for at least three days to ensure the harvest is complete, and then... transport the grain back to the sect or Jubei City. Our mission will then be complete, and we can return to Jubei City."

Retaking Maiji City and safeguarding this batch of grain would be a significant merit. Combined with the earlier victories, once this battle is won, Wang Junze's status would be unassailable, capable of standing up to Yuan Shouyi even if they return to Jubei City.

If Yuan Shouyi truly cares about the Northern Domain, he would certainly send support. However, it's clear to everyone that Yuan Shouyi will definitely not split his forces.

This means that this battle will undoubtedly be exceptionally fierce, and everyone must be prepared to die in it.

"Then let's fight!"

With firmness flashing in her eyes, Luo Qingxuan slowly declared, "Since the target is set, we needn't fear exposing it further. We can send messages to gather more forces. I will send messages to the sect to have true disciples come to our aid!"

"Yes, I've already received news that people from other sects and families are also joining us... We have no choice but to launch a frontal assault in this battle!"

Wang Junze replied softly.

In three days, he had fought across hundreds of miles, capturing seven cities. Wang Junze's reputation had reached its peak, enough to attract these people to join and complete this final battle.

Schemes no longer hold any meaning.

This battle is a direct confrontation with the Deserters, a fight to the death!

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