The alien leader moved with lightning speed, slashing down with a fierce killing intent; the blade whistled as it came. Qin Ze dodged instantly, but his shoulder was still slashed open, and blood spurted out.
Qin Ze gritted his teeth, showing no sign of weakness. He swung his sword backhand, launching a fierce attack. The sword flashed, and the clash of blades produced a piercing metallic sound.
The battle between the two intensified, filling the cave with a chilling atmosphere. Qin Ze's skills were superb, but the strength and cunning of the alien leader were not to be underestimated. They exchanged blows, sometimes fighting at close range, sometimes facing off at a distance, the line between life and death constantly blurring between their swords.
Qin Ze's heart pounded, his blood boiled, and he was filled with power and determination. The alien leader's eyes shone brightly, seemingly unafraid.
The battle was so perilous, it seemed as if life and death hung by a thread. Qin Ze knew that only by defeating his opponent could he unravel the alien race's conspiracy and safeguard the peace of the Northern Border.
Time seemed to stretch on endlessly, each swing of the sword and each dodge a life-or-death test. Qin Ze constantly dodged fatal attacks while trying to find his opponent's weakness.
Having lost their powers, they now rely entirely on combat skills to fight.
The battlefield was filled with the smoke of gunpowder, and the symphony of swords and blades grew increasingly fierce and intense. The battle between Qin Ze and the alien leader had drawn widespread attention on the battlefield, and the soldiers on both sides were tense and anxious.
Just then, the thunderous sound of horses' hooves came from afar, followed by a column of soldiers with their banners flying high, charging aggressively into the battlefield. Zhao Yunfei led the elite soldiers of the Northern Frontier, charging at the forefront.
"General, we're here to help you!" Zhao Yunfei's voice resounded like thunder throughout the battlefield.
Qin Ze glanced at Zhao Yunfei, who had suddenly appeared, a hint of surprise and emotion flashing in his eyes. He hadn't expected Zhao Yunfei to arrive at such a crucial moment; this would be a turning point in the battle.
The Northern soldiers led by Zhao Yunfei displayed astonishing combat power. They swept in like a whirlwind, and their fierce offensive caught the alien soldiers off guard.
Seeing the situation was dire, Qin Ze immediately adjusted his tactics and joined forces with Zhao Yunfei to attack. Their close coordination and synchronized movements forced the alien soldiers into a corner.
The alien leader sensed the approaching crisis. Unwilling to compromise, he brandished his weapon and fought back desperately. However, under the combined attack of the two generals, his resistance gradually became futile.
Ultimately, the alien leader was defeated in the fierce battle, his morale collapsed, and his remaining followers scattered and fled.
On the battlefield, the alien soldiers were in chaos and retreat. Their lines had collapsed, morale was low, and they were almost unable to mount an effective counterattack in the face of the fierce pursuit of the northern border army.
Qin Ze and Zhao Yunfei led the northern border troops in a relentless pursuit, penetrating deep into the heart of the alien army, impervious to swords and spears. Their soldiers were in high spirits, brimming with confidence of victory.
News of the alien leader's rout had spread throughout the alien army, and many soldiers began to abandon their weapons, attempting to flee the battlefield. Chaos and panic spread through the alien army, and the collapse of morale rendered them incapable of resistance.
Qin Ze's tactic was to pursue and annihilate, not to leave any room for maneuver. He wanted to weaken the alien race as much as possible to ensure they posed no further threat.
In the brutal battle, alien soldiers fell one after another, their corpses covering the entire battlefield. Qin Ze and Zhao Yunfei ruthlessly led the northern border soldiers, driving the alien army into a desperate situation.
Ultimately, the remaining forces of the alien army were completely annihilated, and the alien leader was captured during his escape.
Zhao Yunfei looked at Qin Ze excitedly: "General, we've won! A resounding victory!!!"
Qin Ze shook his head.
"That's not enough! I want to exterminate the alien race!"
Qin Ze was keenly aware that if the remaining forces of the alien race were not completely eradicated, they could still pose a potential threat. Therefore, he decided to take decisive action to completely wipe out the remaining alien forces.
Qin Ze ordered a thorough search, a complete purge of the alien race's hideouts. He personally led a contingent of elite soldiers, traversing wilderness and dense forests to search for any trace of the aliens. Zhao Yunfei was responsible for coordinating the soldiers, ensuring their operation was organized and that no one escaped.
During the search and raids, the soldiers faced severe environmental challenges and brutal combat. The remnants of the alien race employed guerrilla tactics, hiding in the mountains and caves, constantly attacking the northern border troops. However, Qin Ze's determination and the soldiers' indomitable will gradually gave them the upper hand.
After several encounters, the remaining forces of the alien race suffered repeated defeats and were eventually wiped out.
Qin Ze's northern army has completely occupied the northern lands inhabited by the alien tribes.
Zhao Yunfei stood before the map, watching Qin Ze intently. He knew the next step of the plan would be crucial. Qin Ze pondered for a moment, then his gaze fell on Qingzhou on the map, a slight smile appearing on his face.
"Zhao Yunfei," Qin Ze began slowly, his voice firm and confident, "the next plan is to seize Qingzhou."
Zhao Yunfei frowned slightly. He knew that Qingzhou was a region bordering the northern border and an important bulwark for the imperial city. This move would directly threaten the empire's foothold, but it was also fraught with challenges.
"Take over Qingzhou?" Zhao Yunfei pondered repeatedly, then looked at Qin Ze. Qin Ze's eyes flashed with determination, and he knew that Qin Ze would not make this decision easily.
Qin Ze smiled and explained, "Qingzhou is not only a barrier between the imperial city and the northern border, but also an essential route for our upcoming attack on the imperial city. If we can control Qingzhou, it will be equivalent to controlling the initiative in our advance on the imperial city. We must act swiftly, seize the opportunity, and take Qingzhou; this is a crucial step in our further conquest of the world!"
"Those old fogies in the capital city would never have imagined that while we're fighting against the foreign tribes, we can also launch an attack on Qingzhou!"
Zhao Yunfei remained silent for a moment, then nodded in agreement. He knew this was a dangerous mission, but also of paramount importance.
Qin Ze gave the order without hesitation: "Prepare to depart!"
Qin Ze's plan had already been formulated. He knew that the city lord of Qingzhou would not easily allow the northern army to enter the city, so he chose a more cunning method.
When he and the northern army arrived at the city of Qingzhou, Qin Ze did not immediately launch an attack. Instead, he sent an envoy to the city gate to convey his sincerity.
The city lord of Qingzhou, a middle-aged man, was clearly uneasy about the immense pressure from the hundreds of thousands of northern troops before him. He listened to Qin Ze's suggestion with a frown, but quickly shook his head, rejecting Qin Ze's request. The city lord harbored doubts about this massive army, sensing that something was amiss.
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