109: Chapter 109 The Choice Before Departure! Who Will Be the Cannon Fodder?

"Pass down my orders!"

As the morning sun pierced through the rainforest mist, Qin Yu's cold and majestic voice exploded throughout the valley like a thunderclap!

"All combat personnel, assemble at the Tribe square!"

Once the order was given, the entire Dragon God Tribe began to operate at high speed, like a precision war machine activated in an instant!

The Dragon Rider Squad led by Chen Xiao, the Arcanist unit led by Liu Wei, and the newly established Scout Battalion led by Zhou Jing—the three core combat forces—quickly assembled.

They had changed into the brand-new equipment that Iron Pillar and the others had worked through the night to produce.

The Climbing Boots' claws shimmering with a chilling light, and the Black Iron Arm Shields engraved with the Dragon God Totem that could be fixed to the forearms, all radiated an aura of grim determination!

Behind them were hundreds of ordinary female warriors, also fully armed.

Tension marked everyone's faces, but even more so was an absolute trust in their King and a fanatical anticipation for the upcoming battle!

At the very edge of the square, the more than two hundred Slave cannon fodder with brands of shame on their faces huddled together, trembling under the cold whips of the female warriors.

Their eyes were filled with numbness and despair.

They knew they were about to be thrown into that terrifying Cave that had devoured over fifty of their companions, serving as expendable scouts.

Xiao Feng was mixed in the crowd, his head lowered, his gaze so venomous it seemed it could drip like liquid.

After one night, the brand on his face had already formed a layer of black scab, making him look like a vengeful spirit crawled out from hell.

He clenched his fists tightly, his nails sinking deep into his palms.

Just you wait... Qin Yu!

Today is the day you die!

Just then, surrounded by a group of core members, Qin Yu slowly stepped onto the high platform built of giant stones.

His combat uniform, crafted from a blend of Tyrannosaurus Rex hide and Black Iron Scale Armor, gleamed with a cold metallic luster in the morning light.

He just stood there quietly, saying nothing.

That innate kingly dominance, enhanced by the [Dragonborn Pressure] aura, swept across the entire square like a physical tsunami!

All the women of the Tribe instinctively knelt on one knee, their right hands over their chests, their eyes filled with fanatical worship!

"Long live our King!"

The mountain-shaking cheers made the entire valley hum!

The group of Slave cannon fodder was even less able to withstand this terrifying pressure; their legs went weak, and they fell to their knees one after another with a series of thuds, not even daring to raise their heads!

Only Xiao Feng was still stubbornly holding on, relying on his overwhelming hatred!

Qin Yu's gaze, like a sharp sword, pierced through the crowd and landed precisely on Xiao Feng.

The corner of his mouth curled into a meaningful, cold arc.

"Xiao Feng."

Qin Yu spoke indifferently; his voice wasn't loud, yet it reached everyone's ears clearly.

Hearing his name, Xiao Feng's body jolted. He could only lift his head unwillingly to meet those eyes that made his very soul tremble.

"You were once a commander of the Hope Barrier, leading three thousand troops. You must have extensive experience in commanding battles."

Qin Yu's voice was as calm as water, but it caused an ominous premonition to surge in Xiao Feng's heart.

"Now, although you are a Slave of my Tribe, I, Qin Yu, have always promoted people based on their talent."

"An excellent commander should not be buried in menial labor like mining and logging."

Qin Yu paused, his gaze sweeping over the group of Sla...ves kneeling on the ground.

"Most of this 'Cannon Fodder Regiment' are your former subordinates."

"It would surely be most appropriate for you to command them."

"As they say, let the most familiar person command the most familiar team."

Boom!!!

Qin Yu's words were like a heavy hammer, smashing ruthlessly against Xiao Feng's heart!

Let him command this Cannon Fodder Regiment?

To explore that terrifying Cave where survival was nearly impossible?

This... how was this promoting talent!

This was clearly putting him on the spot! It was making him the "Vanguard Officer" who would be the first to die!

"What?"

Seeing Xiao Feng's face turn instantly pale, the corner of Qin Yu's mouth curled into a cruel smile.

"Colonel Xiao, could it be... you are unwilling?"

"Or are you saying you don't believe you have the ability?"

The cold words carried a trace of undisguised sarcasm.

Xiao Feng's teeth ground together, nearly shattering them!

He knew this was Qin Yu's open scheme!

An open scheme he simply could not refuse!

If he refused, Qin Yu had countless reasons to execute him on the spot, and it would even involve his few remaining confidants.

If he accepted, it would be the same as personally leading his brothers into the abyss of death!

Damn it!

This bastard!

He must know something!

A storm raged in Xiao Feng's heart, but he dared not show any of it on his face.

He suppressed his killing intent and humiliation, took a deep breath, and squeezed a few words out from between his teeth.

"This... subordinate... obeys!"

After saying those four words, he seemed to have been drained of all his strength, and his whole being slumped.

The surrounding Slaves' eyes instantly filled with despair and resentment as they looked at Xiao Feng.

Their former "Brother Feng," their former Colonel, was now personally leading them to their deaths!

"Very good."

Qin Yu nodded with satisfaction.

He intended to use this method to completely destroy the last bit of prestige Xiao Feng held in the hearts of these surrendered soldiers.

He wanted everyone to know that the fate of a traitor was to become a mad dog that would even bite its own companions!

"Zhou Jing!" Qin Yu turned and barked.

"Your subordinate is here!"

Zhou Jing immediately stepped forward and knelt on one knee.

"Your Scout Battalion is responsible for scouting and sentry duty three hundred meters ahead!"

"Chen Xiao, your Dragon Rider Squad will serve as the main force of the center army, ready to support at any time!"

"Liu Wei, your Arcanist unit will be responsible for the rear and providing magical support!"

"Now!"

Qin Yu suddenly drew the war blade from his waist, the blade pointing directly at the gloomy Black Forest outside the valley!

"Everyone, set out!"

"Target, the Cave!"

I want all creatures in this rainforest to know that those who dare to offend my Dragon God Tribe..."

"...will be pulled up by the roots, leaving none alive!"

"Roar!!!"

Amidst the earth-shaking war cries, the massive army began its orderly march.

Leading the way was Xiao Feng and his "Vanguard Cannon Fodder Regiment" of two hundred men.

Despair and dead silence were written on everyone's faces.

Walking at the very front of the team, Xiao Feng looked back at the man on the high platform who looked down on him like a god or a demon.

Qin Yu's face wore a playful smile, like a cat playing with a mouse.

Xiao Feng's heart instantly sank to the bottom.

But he quickly withdrew his gaze, and the venom and madness in his eyes became even more intense.

Qin Yu... just you wait!

Inside the Cave, the terrain is complex and dangers lurk everywhere!

Once we're inside, you won't be the one in control!

I will definitely make you! Make you and all your women be buried in there with me!

He turned his head and looked at the entrance of the Cave ahead, which radiated an ominous and cold aura like the gaping maw of a giant beast.

A hideous smile appeared on Xiao Feng's face.

Without any hesitation, he was the first to step inside!

He didn't know that the moment he stepped into the darkness, a system notification sounded in Qin Yu's mind.

[Ding! Detected 'Slave Commander' Xiao Feng harboring extreme resentment and killing intent toward the host!]

[Mission Triggered: The Traitor's End!]

[Mission Requirements: During the Cave exploration, see through and crush Xiao Feng's betrayal plot, and execute him in a manner that best demonstrates your wisdom and power!]

[Mission Rewards: Depending on your completion rate, you will receive Rare Skill Treasure Chest x1 and Tribe Special Building Blueprint x1!]

The corners of Qin Yu's mouth slowly curled upward.

"Xiao Feng, oh Xiao Feng, you'd better not... disappoint me."

"The more completely you betray me, and the more miserably you die..."

"...the more benefits I can obtain!"