blueteamnovel Chapter 69
Chapter 69
C69 – Protection
“I haven’t tasted fresh human flesh in ages. I’m famished!”
A man with a wolf-like head chuckled manically, running his scarlet tongue over his lips.
Prior to this, they had been confined in a dark underground space, surviving on occasional mice and other small creatures that happened to wander in.
There were times when they went without meat for several days, resorting to cannibalism to stay alive.
This explained why their numbers had dwindled to just a few hundred. Survival favored the fittest, and the weaker Orcs fell prey to the stronger ones.
“Old Wolf, don’t waste any time. I can’t endure it any longer!”
A Tauren could bear the hunger no more and charged towards the group of civilians.
The wolf-headed man rushed over in a hurry, fearing that his companions might snatch the food.
“Ah!”
The people in the room let out terrified screams. The two Orcs were closing in on the food with anticipation gleaming in their eyes.
Yet, just as they were about a meter away from the food, two gleaming, cold lights suddenly materialized.
In the next instant, they lost consciousness.
Loong Chen’s presence filled the room as he stashed the Tyrannical Saber into his Dimensional Pocket. He glanced at the refugees huddled in the corner.
At that moment, Loong Chen experienced an indescribable sensation within his heart.
Surveying the surroundings, he recognized this place as a blacksmith shop, where the one thing in abundant supply was weapons.
Among the weaponry available were Battle Sabers, valuable swords, and spears. The elderly, women, and children, however, lacked the physical strength to wield any of them.
Yet, in this group, there were still five or six robust young men who refrained from picking up their weapons to resist. They huddled in a corner, adopting a posture akin to that of elderly and young women, awaiting their fate.
These two Orcs were at the lowest rank among their kind. If these five or six men dared to take up arms and confront them, even though it might lead to their eventual demise, they would undoubtedly buy some time for the elderly, children, and women behind them.
This proactive approach was far more effective than simply awaiting their demise.
“We are immensely grateful for your rescue!”
The terrified civilians expressed their joy and gratitude after being rescued, kneeling down to thank Loong Chen.
Loong Chen responded with a stern reminder, “I can save you once, but that doesn’t mean I can save you repeatedly. If all of you give up on resisting, then no one can ensure your safety.”
“The Evolvers’ mission is to safeguard the civilians. As long as we’re breathing, we won’t let you pass!” declared Zhang Qibing with a steely resolve, flanked by numerous determined Evolvers.
Zhang Qibing emitted a disdainful snort, while his fellow Evolvers maintained unwavering expressions.
In the hall behind them resided their families, friends, and loved ones—how could they simply step aside?
“Isn’t living a precious thing? Must you seek death?”
The tigerman sighed.
“We’re humans with emotions. Can’t you see we’re different from your cold-hearted kind?”
Zhang Qibing sneered.
“The feeble talk about sentiments. In the realm of the strong, power is everything. Since you’re all so eager for death, I’ll gladly oblige.”
“Valiant Orc warriors, savor your meal to your heart’s content!”
With a wave of its hand, the tigerman directed nearly a hundred Orcs behind it to unleash eerie cries as they charged toward the Registration Hall.
“We pledge to defend this place with our lives!”
Zhang Qibing bellowed loudly. His nearly hundred Evolver comrades displayed no hesitation as they confronted the advancing Orcs.
While their strength might not measure up to this formidable group of Orcs, their determination to shield their families and friends was unyielding.
When a person dedicates their heart to safeguarding something, they often summon greater strength than they knew they possessed.
Despite his injuries, Zhang Qibing emitted a furious roar in this critical moment. He seized his Battle Saber and charged headlong toward the group of Orcs.
Having consumed the Dragon Blood Pill given to him by Loong Chen, his strength had now surged to Level 3 Mid Rank. He advanced without fear, exuding a power even greater than an ordinary Level 3 Mid Rank.
Within moments, Zhang Qibing had beheaded several Level 2 Orcs.
“Bat King, I’ll entrust that human Evolver to you.”
The tigerman addressed a Batman with two ebony wings by his side.
The Batman revealed a sinister grin, its eyes brimming with malice.
“The flavor of a human Evolver is far superior to that of an ordinary human. Tiger King, I appreciate your generous offering.”
The Batman nodded at the Tiger King and unfurled its wings. Transforming into a dark silhouette, it darted toward Zhang Qibing, who was valiantly battling the Orcs.
In an instant, it hovered above Zhang Qibing, its two razor-sharp claws aiming for his head.
Should it make contact, an explosive outcome would follow.