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Chapter 314: The Calm Before the Storm (4)
As Chen Luo advanced steadily along the hidden path, his face was drenched in sweat, his heart thumping wildly with every step. The tension in his chest surged with each flicker of movement from the nearby terrain. This was his first time stepping onto the battlefield. He had been assigned to the frontline crew, taking over his own role as the most vital position in the unit, while also overseeing a standard public safety patrol. After rigorous training, he had finally earned his place among the elite.
Among the members of the unit, Chen Luo was the fastest and the most cautious. His gaze locked onto the front, his mind racing with the most intense focus—yet it was this very alertness that earned him recognition from Great Earth Core, who swiftly promoted him to the vanguard.
Originally, he had only been part of the preparatory team, handling basic reconnaissance duties. But now, he was leading the charge.
"I'll become a true Human warrior," Chen Luo declared.
"Good. Just do it today," came the reply.
Chen Luo tightened his grip on his weapon, the air thick with anticipation. The current elite unit of Nuo Kingdom was not a conventional squad, but a covert, stealth-focused team, designated as a secret reconnaissance group. Their mission was not to overwhelm, but to scout ahead, to prepare and secure the way forward.
The unit moved with precision, their combined strength like a blade cutting through the darkness. They advanced swiftly, their movements fluid and synchronized—able to shift direction instantly, unlike conventional squads that relied solely on brute force. Their agility and coordination were unmatched.
This approach, centered on the unit and their elite scout, was not merely a tactical choice by Nuo Kingdom. It was the result of a deeper, long-term strategy—born from the collective wisdom of the Nuo Kingdom and its secret pact with the Hidden Council. Yet, the plan had not yet been fully realized on the battlefield.
As they pressed forward, Chen Luo suddenly sensed something massive stirring beneath the earth.
"Is that... a Titan?" he whispered, eyes widening.
He didn’t look away from the front, his focus locked on the horizon. A deep, resonant rumble echoed through the ground, as if the very earth itself were breathing. The dark clouds above split open, revealing a glowing, crimson eye—its gaze fixed directly upon him.
This was no ordinary Titan. It was the Eye of the Abyss, the ancient and terrifying presence long sealed beneath the surface. The moment it opened, every conventional elite force would be shaken to its core.
Only Chen Luo, with his unique lineage and training, could sense the truth beneath it all.
The Titan’s eye pulsed, and a low, guttural roar echoed across the land. The ground trembled, and a wave of spiritual energy surged forth, thick with ancient power.
"Prepare for impact!" Chen Luo shouted.
The command rang out like a clarion call. The air crackled with energy. The unit braced itself as the Titan’s massive form began to rise from the earth. Its body was colossal, a fusion of obsidian stone and molten rock, its limbs like ancient pillars.
The unit’s formation shifted instantly—each member reacting with instinctive precision. Chen Luo stepped forward, his weapon raised, his mind sharp and focused.
"Full formation! Move forward!" he ordered.
The squad surged ahead, their movements synchronized. They didn’t hesitate. They had trained for this moment. Their coordination was flawless.
As the Titan loomed over them, the unit’s formation broke into a series of fluid, evasive maneuvers. Chen Luo led the charge, using the terrain to his advantage, darting around the Titan’s limbs as it swung wildly.
He knew the Titan was not just a beast—it was a force of nature, a remnant of an ancient war. And yet, he pressed on, driven by duty and instinct.
"Attack! Target the eye!" he commanded.
The squad fired their elemental projectiles—flames, ice, lightning—each strike aimed with deadly accuracy. But the Titan absorbed the blows, its body glowing with an eerie red light.
Chen Luo gritted his teeth. This was no ordinary enemy. He needed to adapt.
He raised his weapon, channeling his inner power. The air around him shimmered with energy. He could feel the spirit within him awakening.
"Great Gloomfang!" he roared.
The sword ignited with a dark, swirling aura, its blade glowing with a deep, violet light. The Titan roared in fury, but Chen Luo was already moving—faster than ever before.
He dodged a massive swing, then lunged forward, slashing through the Titan’s leg. A crack split open in the beast’s flesh, and molten rock poured out like blood.
The Titan staggered, but it was far from defeated.
Chen Luo pressed on, his movements fluid and precise. He knew he couldn’t win through brute force. He had to outthink the monster.
He signaled the unit to fall back, then repositioned them for a flanking maneuver.
"Flank it!" he ordered. "Use the terrain!"
The squad moved like shadows, circling around the Titan’s back. Chen Luo took a deep breath, focusing his spirit.
"Let’s end this," he whispered.
He charged forward, his sword glowing brighter than ever. The Titan turned, roaring, but it was too late.
Chen Luo struck—his blade slicing through the Titan’s core.
The beast let out a final, earth-shattering roar before collapsing into the ground, its body cracking and crumbling into dust.
Silence fell over the battlefield.
Chen Luo stood panting, his sword still glowing. The unit regrouped, their faces filled with awe.
"Good work," Chen Luo said, his voice calm despite the exhaustion.
He turned to face the horizon. The sky had cleared, and the stars began to shine.
But he knew this was only the beginning.
The true battle was yet to come.
(End of Chapter)
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