Kayden turned toward the noise and saw thick tree trunks attacking his comrades. Adrian's group had hung these trunks in the surrounding trees, swinging them wildly across the road. As these trunks swung down from the trees in full force, each blow crushed several people.

"Fight back!" Kayden couldn't stand seeing his comrades under attack. With no other option, he gave the order.

Without hesitation, Kayden’s men charged at Adrian's group.

Adrian quickly assessed the situation. "Fall back!" he commanded.

Prepared for every scenario, Adrian's group retreated steadily as the enemy advanced. Once they reached a safe distance, Adrian knew it was time.

"Archers, fire!" he called out.

Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh!

Sharp sounds erupted from the bushes on both sides.

Adrian's second squad lay in ambush on both sides of the woods. When the enemies approached, they unleashed a barrage of arrows. Countless screams followed as the enemy group was overwhelmed.

Kayden watched the unfolding scene,