Chapter 176 Book 4 A Rock and a Hard Place
The capital city of Qinglan state trembled beneath the assault of the man-beast horde. Roars of monstrous creatures filled the air, mingling with the cries of soldiers and the clanging of steel. The acrid scent of blood and fire wafted through the streets as chaos unfurled in the dead of night.
Long Hai sprinted ahead, leading the way through the dark alleys. His sharp eyes darted around, ensuring no enemy was lying in wait. Concubine Su followed closely, her breath steady despite the harrowing chase. Alu and Misha ran beside her, their light steps barely making a sound on the stone pavement. Captain Wei and his men flanked them, their weapons drawn, ever watchful of the dangers that lurked in the shadows.
The group finally reached the outer wall of the city, only to halt abruptly at the sight before them.
The city gates were under siege.
