Volume 7: The Terrifying Forest Conspiracy Chapter 15: The Sole Resistance Leader of the Rescue Alliance Zone

As Ent was under attack, the decoy unit led by Yi was simultaneously assaulted, besieged by three mixed battalions under Li Bin’s command alongside forces led by Cui Si Te. Apart from providing final support, Li Bin and Bai Lingyu’s other units swiftly erected a formidable defensive line in Jiyecun after their offensive faltered.

However, Li Bin soon learned they no longer needed to fear defeat. Shen Ling sent word that Almu, usually underestimated by all, single-handedly held back Ent’s squad—a unit of Silver “Color” Unicorns and six mature Treants. Their combat prowess was so overwhelming that even Shen Ling was left stunned.

With Almu holding the enemy’s main force at bay, Shen Ling seized the opportunity to unleash his strength. Scouts, initially meant for reconnaissance, drew their weapons and engaged the enemy in close combat. This development greatly distressed Ent. Though renowned among the vast Green Leaf Alliance for his flawless assassination missions, he knew his true strength lay in commanding his most powerful troops close to the enemy leader.

But now, his strongest unit was being stalled by a single adversary. His remaining forces consisted mostly of archers and magic users, whose offensive capabilities were weak against the scouts. Even if victorious, it would take a considerable amount of time—time he simply did not have.

At that moment, Li Bin conceived a desperate tactic. Gritting his teeth, he ordered, “Elven Druids, transform into giant bears and attack!”

The command made Ent’s heart bleed. These were his hard-earned troops. The Druids, not yet elders, would lose the ability to revert after transforming into giant bears. Even if victorious, they would only be able to serve as level-nine elven bears.

Still, these battle-hardened Druids understood the gravity of the situation and fought with all their might. Soon, the not particularly robust Druids became towering black bears over four meters tall.

Roaring fiercely, these bears charged Shen Ling’s forces, but the enemy’s strength was overwhelming. Even the giant bears under the Forest Hunters were sent flying with a single swipe.

As Shen Ling found himself at a loss, the distant thunderous sound of hooves approached. Death Knights and Skeleton Knights under Taide moved like swift fish, weaving through the trees to pounce on the black bears.

Watching the gleaming cold blades in the Death Knights’ hands, Ent had no doubt these swords would inflict grievous harm on the Elven Druids. He bellowed, “Elven Druids, open a path! We break through!”

But it was all too late. When Lide and his men appeared before the black bears, despair consumed Ent’s heart.

Yet, driven by desperation, Ent and his forces inflicted heavy losses on Li Bin’s troops—especially the Treants and Unicorns freed from Almu’s grip. They exerted the full power of their level-nine units, causing Li Bin to lose three pseudo-bone dragons and six Death Knights.

After clearing Ent’s forces, news of Bai Lingyu’s completed battle arrived, lifting Li Bin’s spirits. He knew he now had ample time to evade the Green Leaf Alliance’s pursuit and sufficient time to carry out his strategic mission to destabilize the Alliance.

Returning to Jiyecun with his troops, Li Bin found that after their victory, Shen Hai Gudu had already resumed production in the village.

“Why don’t you plan to escape with us?” Li Bin asked curiously.

“Escape? Why would I?” Shen Hai Gudu smiled. “This communal village is the perfect base of operations.”

“Don’t you worry the Green Leaf Alliance will come after you?” Li Bin doubted that Shen Hai Gudu hadn’t considered this village’s strategic importance.

“What is there to fear? Once I raise the banner of the resistance, heroes and players alike will rally immediately,” Shen Hai Gudu replied confidently. “Besides, aren’t you still fighting the Green Leaf Alliance? I believe they’ll focus their attention on you. If needed, Jiyecun will always welcome your return.”

Li Bin could only smile wryly. After all their efforts, it was Shen Hai Gudu who reaped the greatest benefits. What kind of situation was this?

Perhaps sensing Li Bin’s thoughts, Shen Hai Gudu quickly added, “By the way, Mr. Li Bin, I have a favor to ask.”

“Go ahead,” Li Bin said, still harboring resentment and showing little patience.

“It’s like this,” Shen Hai Gudu explained in detail. “You know my resistance group has connections with others. Just yesterday, I received a distress signal from an ally whose territory is under attack by the Green Leaf Alliance. I believe the enemy of my enemy is my friend, so…”

“What’s in it for me?” Li Bin immediately grasped Shen Hai Gudu’s true intent—this was merely an excuse to push him out of Jiyecun.

Though he knew taking the village was of little use, after all their hard work, it irked Li Bin that Shen Hai Gudu would take advantage.

Unfazed, Shen Hai Gudu smiled and said, “You know well how strong the Green Leaf Alliance is. But this territory has resisted their assault for so long—it’s a leader among our resistance groups. If it falls, the Green Leaf Alliance will dominate this region.”

Hearing this, Li Bin realized that if he refused, he would not only face the Green Leaf Alliance’s overt pursuit but also covert resistance from nearby players opposing the Alliance.

With no choice, Li Bin sighed and said, “Give me the map. I need the fastest route there.”

Only then did Shen Hai Gudu smile with satisfaction and place the prepared map before Li Bin. After a quick glance, Li Bin said, “Fine, I’ll go, but I expect all your earnings from the past few days. Not to mention Bai Lingyu’s dragon chariot needs energy, I also need to replenish my forces.”

“Of course, no problem,” Shen Hai Gudu thought to himself, fully aware that once Li Bin was driven away, everything else would be under his control.