Civilization: Beyond Two Worlds

The elves retreated.

Although it is only a temporary retreat, but a retreat is a retreat.

This means that the sudden and tragic defense of the city is finally over.

The slamming offensive, which was like a crack in the sky, was suppressed by wave after wave, and even almost made the elf cavalry rush to the wall, causing the city to be captured by the rushing elves. It left a deep imprint on it, and it has also been branded in the hearts of many people.

The people on the city wall silently watched the elves retreat.

Even the people who were not on the city walls - the city lord who led the battle, the mage group who provided magic support, the warlock army who played a huge role, many people silently watched the elf army retreating for the time being, just watching silently , nothing happens.

Obviously beat back the elves.

Obviously the elves have retreated.

The spirit of the enemy who had made a long-distance attack here was frustrated, and Ming Jin withdrew his troops. According to the military tactics, the defenders in the city should take advantage of the situation to open the door to pursue and kill those who attacked and expand the victory... But there was no movement in the city, and no one invited to fight.

Even the elite city defense troops who finally appeared on the city wall and made a final decision, just silently watched the elves leave without any reaction or action.

Because the elves are so powerful.

It is the kind of strength that the militiamen who have just entered the battlefield can see.

Even if it retreats, it maintains the arrogance of a strong army. It is not a rush to flee, but a calm retreat under the attack of bows and arrows, war machines and magic in the city. The cavalry troops and the arrow regiment cover each other, fast and orderly, and still fighting High-spirited, keep the shame and hatred of this failure firmly in mind for later.

Kant even saw that many elven cavalrymen cut their chests with weapons, smeared their faces with blood, and then waved their spears and roared towards the city.

Even though he had been taught on the island of Saint Seal, he was still impressed by the spirit of this style of painting.

Undoubtedly, the blood of these top predators who came out of the forest is the jungle law of the law of the jungle. The intelligent creatures who can come out of the forest with the extremely developed ecosystem and the complicated food chain must remain extremely wild and fierce. How can you be weak and love peace.

Therefore, there was no movement in the city, and there was no idea of ​​going out of the city to pursue.

Because everyone knows that there is only one way to go out of the city to chase and kill. In the face of such a fierce and powerful army, defending the city is the only hope. As for the field battle, simply don't even think about it.

But...how long can it last?

Kant and Hong San looked at each other and saw the helplessness and powerlessness in each other's eyes.

I can win this time, just by mistake. It just so happens that Kant is here. It just so happens that Kant has a way to smash the dirt **** created by the elf mage. In other words, if this attack is another city wall, or Kant did not accidentally teleport to the Valentine City - Well, today will be full of blood.

But what about next time?

Next time, the elves will be fully prepared, gather all the military forces, and instead of attacking by surprise, they will attack the city with a dignified and upright division, so what should they do?

No matter how many tricks Kant has, no matter how powerful he is, he is only one person. At best, he can defend a small section of the city wall. How can he resist these countless elves? In war, one's bravery is not worth mentioning at all.

This time, I have really participated in the war, and I have really experienced the war. Only then did I know how terrifying the war was, and how suffocating this terrifying giant beast that has devoured countless lives throughout the ages.

He asked softly, "Are you still going to keep it?"

Just now he asked Hong San, what was the non-existence that he didn't have time to finish before.

Hong San did not answer.

And this time, there was still no answer.

The footsteps of steel boots on the ground sounded, and a Goethe officer walked towards him. It was the leader of the group of elite soldiers who went to the city to fight back against the elves at the last moment. The veterans in charge of leading the militia, after confirming, walked towards Kant.

"Australian people."

After he stood still, the spear fell to the ground, making a dull sound, and then bowed to Kant, beating his chest.

The soldiers of the city also saluted with him.

"Thank you for doing the right thing in an emergency, and we all accept your favor." He said the made-up name of Aurora in an apparently non-standard accent, "Dong Zhuo."

Very dramatic.

If in normal times, Kant doesn't mind chatting and laughing with him, after all, his character is very ordinary, as long as others are nice to him, he doesn't mind chatting with them.

But now, he is not in that mood.

Accepting the thanks calmly, Kant said calmly: "It's not you who should say thank you, and it's not just me who you should thank. The deaths and injuries of these people not only protect the city, but also preserve the prosperity and wealth of many people. life…"

Hearing the words, the Goethe officer raised his head, looked at Kant, and said calmly: "You are in a bad mood now, I can understand, but with all due respect, it is you who protects this city, the mage, and the warlock. They are the projection force, it is us, but not these people, they just fulfilled their duty and duty."

Kant was furious and said sharply, "What did you say?"

"If my words make you uncomfortable, I apologize, but war is like this. If you have to debate, you can't finish it for three days and three nights. It's not my intention to quarrel with you."

The officer was not speculative when he saw the words, and nodded calmly: "Goodbye."

He turned to leave, Kant was full of anger, and wanted to hold him to speak clearly, but was pulled by Hong San, turned back, the face of Aurora was expressionless, but there was a clear fire burning in his eyes.

Hong San whispered: "It's no use arguing with him."

This group of elite soldiers temporarily took over the defense of the city wall. Although the elves have retreated, there are still many things to do. Clean the city wall, assess the damage, replenish materials, and count the casualties.

Seventy-nine people died.

Two hundred and fifty-three were injured.

It's almost half over.

The biggest casualty came from the sudden spell bombardment, and the pouring arrow rain caused a lot of injuries to the militiamen, and they were only responsible for garrisoning a section of the city wall, and most of the powerful spells were intercepted by the mages.

But still the result.

Converging the corpses, Hong San looked out one by one, read their names, and when they encountered physical damage and could not identify their identities, they asked others to infer their identities. Those who were injured were also wounded one by one. At the end, Hong San was so calm that it was a little scary.

Most of the militiamen were sluggish, and a small number of people with good psychological qualities cried out and begged Hong San to let them go home. The injured people broke down and cried, and some people yelled at Hong San, saying why they brought them Come to the war and ask him why he doesn't protect everyone.

Kant heard the fire on the side, and wanted to give the fellow a kick, but seeing the appearance of the other party's blood dripping and multiple injuries, he couldn't kick the kick.

The power of magic, the terror of the rain of arrows, the rushing cavalry, the military literacy and destructive power displayed by the elf army even shocked him, a well-informed modern man. Otherworldly mortals...it's good not to be crazy.

He just felt that there was a flame in his heart, and he didn't know who to vent to.

Not long after, Hong San was still busy helping the wounded. There was a commotion on the city wall. Mayor Nick, dressed in military uniform, climbed the city wall under the guard of the guards. The firepower was suppressed, the casualties were not small, and the morale was even more shaky.

As the city's highest commander, Nick really should have appeared at this time.

Behind him were mages, nobles, and soldiers, probably representatives from all walks of life, repelling the elves, and winning such a victory, naturally, they had to be rewarded and motivated—they took the lead in walking towards the defense zone of the Heaven and Earth Society.

Because many people have witnessed it, the traces of the explosion under the city are also clearly visible. At the desperate moment when the soil **** was formed and the cavalry rushed to the wall, the situation reversed here. The veterans can testify that it was Kant who did it.

In a sense, he saved the whole city.

Nick showed a grateful and warm smile from a distance, and stretched out his arms to Kant.

But for some reason, Kant's perception of this Mayor Nick has dropped rapidly, and he looked at the other party with caution and scrutiny, so he observed something.

I don't know if it was his prejudice or hallucination, but he always felt that the other party's smile... was a bit far-fetched, and even his eyes were a bit complicated, not that kind of pure fear and gratitude.

It seemed a little annoyed and a little helpless.

But in the eyes of the public, Mr. Mayor still showed his most enthusiastic acting skills, shouting: "Gentlemen, everyone, this is the hero who turned the tide and saved the city, he..."

Before he finished speaking, Hong San flashed out from behind Kant.

Then crossed Kant and walked towards Mayor Nick.

Kant stood, his eyes were cold, and he didn't stop him.

He knew what Hong San wanted to do.

It was the question that Hong San didn't answer because he wanted to know.

Hong San went to the mayor.

Nick's face changed slightly, his reaction was very fast, and he said, "This is Mr. Hong San, the leader of the Heaven and Earth Society, a hero who combines courage and kindness, he is..."

Hong San picked up his toes, and a sword on the ground fell into his hands. He held the sword and pointed diagonally at the ground. The tip of the sword touched the ground, pulling out a fine spark. He kept walking and walked towards the mayor.

There was a commotion in the city, the guards laying their spears flat, several officers bypassed from both sides, the mage behind Nick also raised his staff slightly, and the sound of thunder flashed in the air.

The mayor raised his hands and pressed them down, preventing the guards from thinking of preemption.

He said, "Mr. Hong San, what are you going to do?"

Hong San's expression was heavy and even ferocious. Those who had met Hong San thought he was a good-natured old man. They never imagined that the genial and talkative Aurora would show such ferocity that he wanted to choose someone to devour. Appearance... just like a wounded lone wolf.

Not far in front of Nick, he stopped and hissed, "I just want to ask you a few questions."

Everyone probably guessed why Hong San did this. Some people sighed silently, and some tried to smooth things out, saying, "This is not the place to talk. If Mr. Hong San has any problems, find a place to chat with Mr. Mayor privately. The military is busy now. , there's still a lot to do..."

"I'm going to ask here." Hong San said coldly, "Because they died here."

Nick was silent, and then slowly said, "Excuse me."

Although wearing armor and helmet at the moment, the mayor's face is still meticulous and delicate, very white and elegant, but it makes people feel a kind of firmness inexplicably.

Hong San lowered his voice, as if suppressing his anger, he said slowly: "After the elf made a mistake, the mage group, the war machine and the archers attacked at the same time, accurately grasping the opportunity, have you been coordinating from the beginning? Command long-range troops, waiting for an opportunity?"

Nick said calmly, "Yes."

Hong San asked again: "The regular army came to the city for support, and they came very quickly. I ask you, are they on standby near the city wall early in the morning, waiting for your further instructions?"

Nick nodded, "Yes."

Hong San closed his eyes, then opened them. He gritted his teeth and said, "Then in the first round, the mob of us will defend the city, use it to paralyze the elves to underestimate the city's combat power, use it to test the enemy's firepower, and use it to consume the enemy's offensive. Was this your plan from the beginning? Did you immediately figure out what to do with us when you found us near the city?"

Nick looked directly into Hong San's eyes, silent, the air condensed, and there was silence, and answered.

"Yes."

Hong San's body was trembling, his right hand was full of blue veins, and the long sword even made bursts of tremors, his eyes were red, and his facial features were twisted, which was terrifying.

Tears poured out unconsciously, as well as snot and saliva. He opened his mouth, and a trace of liquid adhered to his lips. He looked very embarrassed, but no one laughed. They all knew the reason and weight of the tears.

Sometimes humans are empathetic.

"Is it... is it..."

The Aurora people were almost speechless, exhaling forcefully, squeezing out each word.

"Are these people... of humble origin... of no use... their lives are so cheap... that they can die casually?"

He almost choked on the question, his body twitching with intense emotion, asking.

Aurora's Hong San, never in his life has he questioned a big man whose status is far superior to him - and it is for a group of insignificant people who are just as humble as him.

Nick looked at him, their eyes colliding in the air.

"Yes."

What came out of the mayor's mouth was still concise.

"Their life is cheap."

"It's just not worth mentioning, that is, you can sacrifice at will."

"So it was put here."

"if not."

Mayor Nick walked towards Hong San and approached.

"if not?"

"Tell me, these useless wastes are not placed here, who is here? Who will test the firepower of the elves? Who will paralyze the elves with their lives to underestimate our resistance?"

Mayor Nick said in a gloomy tone: "Are those elite soldiers on standby under the city? Let them guard the city from the beginning, passively beaten and defended against the attack of the elves, and blown to pieces by magic?"

"Why are you asking me this? Why are you asking this nonsense? What answer do you want to hear? My confession? My apology? Am I going to kneel in front of these corpses and weep?"

"Should I be ashamed, and then take the whole city out of the city to fight with the elves, wipe out the whole army, and then let the city be ravaged by the elves - do you want me to do this?"

"Why don't you tell me, what should I do? The enemy's military is over Valentine in all respects. You teach me how to distribute the stretched fighting force, and you teach me how to defend the city?"

He approached Hong San, and even poked his finger in the other's chest.

"This is war, you idiot, why don't you talk to the elves about mercy and morality?"

The mayor and Hong San stared at each other without giving up.

"I've answered my question, can you answer the question I just asked?"

"I won't let these **** go to the city wall, who will come?"

He said gloomily: "The soldiers who came up with you are willing veterans. After facing the same death, danger and pain, and facing the elven cavalry who are about to charge the city wall, they dared to stand up and form a thin line of defense. Fighting with elves—do your subordinates dare? They are trash, useless, and cheap, what is wrong with what I said? Why don’t you tell me?”

"Those Goethes who came after you heard the call, who responded with enthusiasm? Their homeland was plundered and destroyed by the elves, so they ran around and were sheltered by you. Facing the elves, we stayed and fought to the death, and they would only Run! They just want to run! They're not trash, are we?"

"So, grief-stricken Aurora people..."

"—What do you think war is?"

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PS1: Let me write about every fight, every tactic, every change in the battle situation between the two armies, and so on. I probably can’t write it, but it would be boring to write that way... So I write about people, in this game The choices and changes of everyone in the war are like this, good night and good night.