Chapter 793 - 752: Decapitation Strike

(Special thanks to Mortal Fan for compiling Da Fei’s attributes in Chapter 730.)

Back in his school days, even though Da Fei wasn’t particularly good in his core subjects, he was a young enthusiast of military history and politics, especially well-versed in military matters.

For instance, during World War II, there was a rule on the Allies’ front lines that soldiers weren’t allowed to salute their officers when reporting. Why? Because the platoon-level officers at the Allies’ front lines were wearing steel helmets, carrying rifles, and dressed like regular soldiers. From a distance, you couldn’t tell who was an officer. If a subordinate saluted, it could catch the attention of enemy (German) snipers and get the officer shot.

Therefore, Da Fei’s current strategy was to let this ship of reinforcements pass by. After all, he couldn’t attack them from the riverbank no matter what, so he could only let them pass.

And when this group of reinforcements arrives, they’ll surely connect with the highest authority on the docks. And who would the highest authority be? The hero organizing the ambush. Once this group of reinforcements talks to the hero, wouldn’t that expose the hero? Then Da Fei would have the chance to strike and behead the hero all at once. This is Da Fei’s strategy of feigned retreat to lure the enemy.

Of course, this is the ideal scenario, but other situations could arise.

For instance, when the reinforcements land, they might head straight to the front lines to support the Demon King, which is also an ideal scenario. Da Fei can’t kill them in the river, but he might intercept and kill them on their way to the front lines.

Another possibility is that the reinforcements might fully take over and enhance defenses when they land. This is the most frustrating situation. But it doesn’t matter since, without reinforcements, Da Fei would have no chance of winning anyway, so it doesn’t significantly affect him.

In a flurry of thoughts, Da Fei quickly sorted out his plan for the next steps and immediately headed back to the docks to choose a suitable ambush spot.

At this point, Elda seemed annoyed: "Officer, what are you going back and forth for? In terms of chess, you’ve just made a useless move, you know?"

What the hell! Your chess is definitely weak! Da Fei said with a sweat, "This is called a strategic retreat, attacking the unprepared with immense power!"

Elda snorted: "Alright then, let me see the immense power of the officer."

Da Fei couldn’t help but break into a cold sweat. This friendliness level is really worrisome! But it’s normal. The more dissatisfied she is, the more it shows that she’s a capable, independent-thinking hero, making her worth the effort to recruit. So Da Fei is more determined to make this battle a success, to win her over completely!

But could this really achieve the effect Da Fei imagined? Perhaps she really has the ability to force her way aboard and fight several Abyss Lords? If she truly has that capability, her level and stature might exceed the Legendary Heroes serving as Generals in the Mortal World, right? Could a player really recruit her?

Right, if she succeeds in fighting, wouldn’t that mean she’s taken the ship?

Taking the ship? With that thought, Da Fei was struck with a realization! If taking the ship is successful, could Da Fei’s God-level Navigator and Master-level Navigation Skill be utilized on this Lava River?

The range of Navigation Skill is certainly not limited to the sea; it can be applied in rivers, lakes, swamps, and essentially anywhere a ship sails on water. So, here’s the question—does a Lava River count as a river? Is lava considered water?

This question completely exceeded Da Fei’s understanding of the game. A strong sense of curiosity and exploratory desire surged in Da Fei’s heart, making him eager to seize a ship and give it a try!

Yes, seizing a ship! There are already three ships docked, and with this one, that makes four! So many ships are just there for Da Fei to seize, right? And the rowers of these giant paddle ships are Demon Giants of medium to large build, meaning regular small-framed humans couldn’t handle the large oars. But Da Fei’s Angels are also of large build; surely Angels can handle it, right? They must be able to! It’s said the Brit’s Noah’s Ark required Angels to operate! Da Fei just so happens to lead an Angel army, perfect for use as sailors!

If Navigation Skill truly works on this Lava River, how could the incoming reinforcements possibly compete with Da Fei’s God-level navy? Whether it’s a ramming battle, cannon battle, or boarding battle—hang on, can these giant paddle ships use cannons?

In an instant, Da Fei finalized his second-phase plan. Even if the so-called strategy of feigned retreat fails completely, Da Fei can still seize the ship! Yes, Da Fei’s first step is to behead the hero. Successful or not, the second step is to seize the ship! As long as Da Fei boards the ship, the infantry on the shore couldn’t possibly stop him! Hahaha, this is the ingenious plan that can make Elda surrender wholeheartedly!

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Now, Da Fei has quietly returned to the dock’s perimeter, hiding behind a rocky hill. Da Fei’s plan is now perfectly clear, with all sorts of scenarios, plans, and contingency measures all ready to go, just waiting for the Demon Army on the giant paddle ship to dock.

The Demon reinforcements didn’t keep Da Fei waiting long. Amidst the horn blasts at the docks, the giant paddle ship docked, and dozens of "Armored Elephant" warriors carrying giant axes disembarked with a thundering sound that shook the whole dock. Da Fei could already imagine how formidable their land combat abilities would be, but what concerned him now was whether they would connect with anyone.

An Abyss Lord walked toward the dock plaza and then stopped. His unusual behavior immediately caught Da Fei’s attention!

Is he connecting? Could it be here? At this moment, Da Fei was filled with excitement and nervousness, his palms starting to sweat!

Soon enough, this Abyss Lord turned, waved to his companions, and then redirected toward the frontline of the Divine Punishment City. All the Abyss Lords followed without hesitation, heading for the frontline!

At that moment, Da Fei couldn’t contain his excitement, wanting to jump up! He’s already identified the ambush site; if it’s not here, Da Fei would eat three pounds of crap!

Da Fei, filled with excitement, turned and asked Elda, "Miss Elda, did you see where that Abyss Lord stopped just now? That’s our target for decapitation. As soon as those Abyss Lords move away, we act immediately! Regardless of success, our next step is to seize the ship!"

Elda nodded with a serious expression and said, "It is indeed a highly suspicious location, and I will try my best to assassinate."

Finally gaining the approval of the beautiful hero, it’s worth Da Fei’s painstaking efforts! Now the next step is to see the result of the assassination, hopefully accomplishing it with a single blow! But is her attack power enough?

Thinking about the attack issue, Da Fei suddenly remembered something—could it be that in one day he’s neglected things he shouldn’t have while being so busy? Da Fei immediately opened the attribute panel. At this moment, Da Fei’s Strategic Attack is at 172, strategic defense at 201, and he has 67 free attribute points!

free attribute points, and Da Fei had initially thought about learning some Light Magic to gain magic power and relieve some healing and resurrection pressure from the troops. But now Da Fei’s whole team is composed of Angels, each able to heal and resurrect, with zero pressure at all. At this decisive moment of the battlefield, Da Fei asks just one thing—are you afraid if I go all-in on attack?

No two ways about it, all attack! Henceforth, Da Fei’s Strategic Attack reached a whopping 239! What does this mean? If the enemy’s defense is 0, then each attack point increases damage by 5%, making 239 attack points increase damage by 1195%, essentially increasing troop damage 12-fold!!!

Are you afraid? Even Da Fei is scared! With such an overwhelming attack bonus coupled with Elda’s attack power, plus Master-level Attack Skill and Morale Strike, along with the Temple Crusader’s 50% boost, plus Da Fei’s Lucky Hand guaranteeing a critical hit, the damage is too dazzling for Da Fei to even look at!

Now, as the figures of the Abyss Lords moved further away, with the sound of thunderous shocks growing more distant, Da Fei waved at Elda: "Act now!"

Then, a rainbow light soared cloudwards!

—System Prompt: You’ve activated the God-level Luck Skill "Lucky Hand," ensuring your troops’ next attack will be fortunate!

At this moment, still under the Phantom March state, Elda ascended into the sky, like a black shadow soaring high, and then dived towards the target, descending like a diving ghost eagle, her speed increasing rapidly, becoming a black lightning bolt!

At this moment, Da Fei could already confirm that this was the Dive Skill. Elda was not simply "flying infantry"; she was genuinely an air force unit with actual aerial combat capabilities! Amazing, so this is the strength of an Angel Hero!

At this moment, Da Fei was filled with boundless confidence in her! And at this very moment, a red light flashed on Da Fei’s screen! Finally, radar showed a red dot of a Lurker underneath Elda! The start of the battle system prompt followed swiftly!

At this point, Elda had already landed!

A flash of black light, dust shot to the sky!

—System Prompt: Your team hero Elda has slain the enemy hero "Lurker Shalonbas," causing the enemy’s legion to enter a state of leaderless chaos, each fighting for themselves!

One-hit kill, decapitation success! Oh yeah!!!

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