Chapter 49
Aroo…
Following the echoing wolf howls that were heard coming from all over, those stalking creatures showed up around the team one by one. Those large canines with glowing violet eyes had glossy blue fur that gleamed in the light and long, protruding fangs like those of saber tigers.
Ji Ye had learned from Lu Zhishen that those Blue Wolves were of Ordinary Rank-4, after the chief had personally killed one of them the other day. But unlike the hogs they had encountered, that only ran around in complete chaos, the wolves were clearly more organized. As soon as their “scout” discovered approaching humans, it summoned its companions to make a circular formation and surround them.
The scout wolf had already died from a crossbow bolt that penetrated its chest. Though it still finished its job by ruining Ji Ye’s stealth tactic.
“Get ready!” Lu Zhishen bellowed as his voice could be heard across that entire part of the woods. It wasn’t just a warning to warn people; it was also an instruction that told them how to react.
Lu Zhishen was an infantry leader in Water Margin, who had participated in many great wars. The “Arhat Fist” was not the only thing he had taught his men during those days.
Taking two steps, the 15 settlers who joined the expedition had also made a loose defense line and protected the players behind them, weapons at the ready.
As soon as they got into position, another loud, distinctive wolf howl came from somewhere they couldn’t see.
The wolves charged as one. Their blinding speed helped them close the gap within seconds and made it harder for people to aim.
The first wolf that reached the human formation was instantly punctured by two blades and a spear. That was another tactic learned by the settlers; the 15 people were further divided into squads of 3 men, who would deal with incoming enemies together as a team. It both helped them unite and work faster.