Green Ridge County was a small country with a population of only tens of millions. Compared to those large empires that had hundreds of millions or even billions of people, it was nothing.
There was no palace here. There was only a county lord, a leader who was responsible for the safety of Green Ridge County.
Green Ridge County was thousands of miles away from the Qinshen dynasty. It was located in an awkward place. Even though it was rich in resources, it was also filled with hidden dangers.
To the left was a raging river, and to the right was a treacherous region.
The usually bustling Green Ridge County seemed to be in a state of chaos right now. On the streets, the commoners were hurriedly moving their belongings. A large number of armored guards wielding Frost Weapons walked along the streets. Their solemn faces were filled with a tinge of worry.
It wasn't because of some evil person, nor was it because of some natural disaster. It was because of the once-in-a-decade beast stampede.
But for Green Ridge County to be able to survive for hundreds of years, they naturally had their own ways of defending against the stampede. But this time around, they did not have any confidence at all.
"Sir … the citizens are evacuating very slowly. I'm afraid we won't make it in time." A soldier on the city walls said worriedly.
And this soldier's cultivation was actually at the Xiantian consummate stage. For an ordinary city soldier to have such a cultivation was actually quite good. Without systematic guidance and sufficient resources, he could only rely on himself for everything.
"We must ensure the safety of the citizens." Standing beside the soldier was a middle-aged man with a stern expression. This man was the Lord of Green Ridge County.
Pericelestial lower level.
"Sir, your subordinate understands. May I know when the reinforcements from the major sects will arrive?" Xiao Lie asked.
"They arrived yesterday." The county lord's eyes shone with a hint of helplessness.
"They're here? That's good. We have a high chance of fending off the beast stampede this time around. "Xiao Lie's face lit up.
"Xiao Lie, Green Ridge County might not be safe this time around. You must protect the citizens and leave safely. I'll hold out with the soldiers until the end." County Lord Xiao Lihai said.
At this moment, Xiao Lie's face changed as he sensed something strange. He had been by the princess's side for more than ten years now. With just a single look from the princess, he could understand what was going on. But now that he heard the princess's tone, he could feel that she was facing death with equanimity.
"County lord, this …!"
Xiao Lihai waved his hands decisively. He could not help but let out a mocking smile, "Those sects have already left after knowing that this beast stampede is unusual."
"How is that possible? Princess, doesn't that sect have any experts? "Xiao Lie exclaimed.
"Do you think those people in the sect will protect us mortals? Every single time there's a beast stampede, the disciples from the sects that come forth are all just normal disciples. However, they've always been running rampant in Green Ridge County. Now that the beast stampede isn't something they can handle, they've long since left to protect themselves. As for the powerful beings from the sects, they're even more disdainful. "Xiao Da said in a self-mocking manner.
It was all fate.
But for some reason, the Beast Tide was getting stronger and stronger.
Just then, a loud sound came from afar.
The heavens collapsed and the earth split apart. The winds and clouds changed.
All of the civilians who were retreating had looks of fear on their faces.
"The beast stampede is here …"
"The beast wave is coming, hurry up …"
...
"You, come over here. Escort the citizens through the South Gate and evacuate by water." At this moment, Xiao Lie sternly ordered a soldier beside him.
"Yes …"
"Princess, as long as the city lives, we will live. If the city dies, we will die," Xiao Lie said.
"Alright … alright. Everyone, prepare the rockets. Watch out for air strikes." Princess Xiao Lihai ordered calmly. He did not have full confidence in defending against the beast stampede this time around. But no matter what, he had to ensure that the citizens could leave safely. Even if they died, it would all be worth it.
The soldiers guarding the city wall looked at the gray Beast Tide in front of them, and their gazes flickered with determination.
"Brothers, keep your spirits up! Even though these beasts are strong, if we band together, we'll be invincible!" Xiao Lie shouted.
"Invincible …!" The soldiers who were guarding the city walls shouted out fearlessly.
...
The beast stampede was charging towards Lei Ting from afar.
No one knew how this beast stampede came about. But one thing was for sure. As long as there was a city, there would definitely be a beast stampede. It was as though these beasts were out to destroy the entire human race.
And these beast stampedes seemed to be directed by someone. For example, Green Ridge County was just a small city. Hence, the beasts that attacked were not that strong. But after a few stampedes, the beasts grew stronger and stronger, as though they would not rest until they destroyed Green Ridge County.
"Fire …!" Xiao Lihai, who had been keeping an eye on the situation, roared.
Swoosh swoosh …
The sky was dyed red. The rain of arrows covered the entire sky as they flew towards the beast stampede.
Clang! Clang!
The normal arrows landed on the bodies of the beasts, but they only made crisp sounds. They could not break through their defenses.
However, the flames on each arrow ignited the entire ground and created a wave of fire.
Some of the weaker beasts roared in the sea of fire, but some of the stronger beasts ignored the sea of fire and trampled over the bodies of the beasts in front of them.
"Watch out for the skies."
At this moment, the sky was covered in a gray haze. One after another, flying beasts attacked.
As time passed, the defense against the beast stampede was reaching its peak.
Just then, the soldier who was escorting the citizens ran back in a panic, "Sir, it's bad! There are beasts in the river as well! All our boats have been destroyed!"
"What?!"
Xiao Lihai, who had just slain an eagle, was in disbelief. Then, his face darkened. It's over, it's all over.
The commoners who were trapped in the city wailed, cried, and broke down. In the face of death, everyone broke down.
The wealthy merchants who were sitting on top of their belongings were crying out as well.
...
"Princess, look over there!"
Xiao Lie pointed at the beast stampede and shouted.
Xiao Lihai focused his gaze and his expression changed. Amidst the crowd of beasts, a humanoid ferocious beast covered in flames appeared like an overlord.
All the surrounding beasts retreated to form a path. The humanoid beast was huge, even taller than the city walls. Like a flaming devil, he had eight long flaming tails behind him. Those bloodshot eyes of the devil were burning with flames.
'ROAR …!'
The humanoid beast let out a loud roar. The sound waves were so strong that the soldiers covered their ears and fell to the ground.
Looking at the scene before him, Xiao Lihai lost all hope. This beast was not something they could deal with. This was way beyond their imaginations.
According to the records of the beast stampede in the past few hundred years, the strongest beast was only a pericelestial.
And this beast's aura was way beyond that of a pericelestial. Could it be a lesser celestial?
Xiao Lihai's body trembled. Turning around, he looked at the wailing citizens and clenched his fists in indignation.
'BAM … BAM!'
At this moment, the gigantic flaming beast in human form slowly walked over. Every step it took was so shocking. Those sharp teeth of its were glowing with a cold light, and it was a sight that could take one's soul away.
"Princess, we've tried our best." Xiao Lie was covered in wounds. He had almost lost his life multiple times. But now, there was nothing he could do.
Xiao Lihai's heart was filled with indignation. Why didn't the sects save them? Even if they could just send a single powerful person, they would be able to stop this.
To Dongling Continent, tens of millions of people were just a drop in the ocean. Even if they were wiped out, it wouldn't attract any attention.
After all, they were just a bunch of mortals.
...
Just as everyone was losing hope, a strange phenomenon appeared in the skies. A sigh came from the skies.
'Hais …'
Everyone was shocked. One by one, they raised their heads and looked at the bottomless void.
Xiao Lihai looked up into the skies, trembling in excitement.
That was … that was …
God …
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