Chapter 324: Clash
The vast battlefield stretched ominously between the two colossal armies, its barren expanse scarred by countless battles over centuries.
Deep grooves from wagon wheels and siege weapons marked the dusty plains, each one a grim reminder of past conflicts. The air itself seemed heavy, thickened by tension, hatred, and centuries-old grievances.
At the rear of the Lionkin forces, a lavish war chariot, carved from obsidian and adorned with crimson runes, stood imposingly atop a small hill.
Upon it sat the anomaly, his figure tall, lean, yet radiating overwhelming authority. His pale, almost luminescent skin contrasted starkly with the chariot’s dark aesthetic, his cold eyes calmly sweeping across the massive Tigerkin army arrayed opposite him.
Behind him stood ten warriors, similar in appearance, each possessing an intimidating aura that matched his own.
Their expressions were arrogant, eyes gleaming disdainfully at the army below. Each warrior emanated a brutal, primal strength, ready to be unleashed at a mere word from their leader.
To the side of the chariot, subdued and stripped of their pride, stood the Lionkin King and his three most powerful Dukes. Their expressions were bitter, eyes reflecting their suppressed rage and shame.
They were here not by choice but compelled by the ruthless being who had conquered their kingdom and taken their youth hostage.
The anomaly finally broke his contemplative silence, his voice low and chilling, yet infused with unmistakable confidence. "All of you, go forth and fight to your heart’s content. Leave the Tigerkin King to me. That treasure of his... it’s rather troublesome."
His ten underlings exchanged swift, knowing glances, each of their expressions showing eagerness and ferocity. Without hesitation, they leapt from the chariot, landing gracefully upon the blood-soaked earth.
Their confident steps carried them swiftly to the forefront of the army, an unspoken challenge emanating clearly from their arrogant gazes.
Seeing the anomaly’s forces move, the Lionkin King took a deep, shaky breath, forcibly suppressing his anger and bitterness.