Though the enemy was numerous, a single strike would suffice!
Under his tremendously dominant presence, the Xuanwu Guards, though appearing somewhat fatigued, didn’t show a hint of wavering. They still resolutely followed in Jiang Chengdao’s footsteps.
The foremost army of the Northland of Central Continent, nothing less!
Jiang Chengdao slowly raised the long spear in his hand, preparing to boost morale and lead another charge. Just as he was about to speak, he suddenly heard Jiang Chengwan’s voice in his mind:
“Brother, the enemy forces are overwhelming. Return to the city to regroup; I’m nearing my limit too.”
Hearing her words, Jiang Chengdao immediately shouted, “Soldiers, listen up!”
The Xuanwu Guards immediately tensed up, awaiting Jiang Chengdao’s command.
“Turn your mounts around and head back to the city!”
“Yes, sir!”
Almost instinctively, the Xuanwu Guards swiftly turned around, displaying their high degree of obedience.
Although they didn’t understand why the Saint-King ordered a retreat amidst such a grand momentum, they knew that even with their combined strength, they couldn’t eliminate the entire enemy army. However, they could still take a considerable chunk out of it and inflict serious damage.
Furthermore, in their understanding, with the Saint-King’s power, even if they exhausted their last breath, he could use his supreme Saint power to lead them away from the battlefield.
No matter how bewildering it seemed, they would unquestioningly follow the commands of the Xuanwu Guards.
Obedience was deeply ingrained in their nature.
The Xuanwu Guards turned and rapidly charged toward the city gates, while Jiang Chengdao remained, gripping his spear firmly, standing tall and proud.
Breaking contact was still necessary.
However, he alone was enough for the task!
As the Xuanwu Guards retreated, the soldiers and officers of the Imperial Army saw no joy in the situation. Even though Jiang Chengdao was the only one staying behind, bearing witness to the tragic state of the front lines, they didn’t rush forward to chase him down. They advanced steadily; no one was willing to become cannon fodder to drain the Saint-King’s strength.
Watching the Imperial Army approach at a cautious pace, Jiang Chengdao’s eyes held a sense of disdain.
“The mighty Great Xia’s first army, once a force that slaughtered all under the rule of my father, has now fallen to such a pitiful state. How pathetic.”
He shook his head. After the Xuanwu Guards had retreated to safety, Jiang Chengdao spurred his mount.
Neigh!!
The Supreme Shadow Steed let out a neigh, and its iron hooves struck the ground, carrying Jiang Chengdao away from the battlefield at a rapid pace.
His departure marked the end of the first clash between the Cangming Army and the Imperial Army, resulting in a crushing victory for the Cangming Army.
Below the walls of the Eastern City, tens of thousands of Imperial soldiers closed their eyes forever.