Over the next week, unwilling to accept defeat, the Demons launched two successive small-scale offensives, attempting to break through Blue Bridge Fortress's defenses.
However, under the precise strikes of the Holy Light Spear magic array, every wave of Demons was ruthlessly nailed to the wilderness outside the walls. Corpses piled up, and the stench of blood filled the air.
Hexi, commander of Fokas Fortress, stood atop the city wall and took in both battles, his eyes gleaming with shock and excitement.
"My lord, most of Blue Bridge Fortress's defenders are only early-stage Great Warriors, yet relying on the Holy Light Spear magic array, they've achieved such dazzling results!" The Great Warrior beside Hexi spoke excitedly, clenching his fists.
"Our Blackstone Fortress is even stronger. If we could build defenses like these too, wouldn't dealing with the Demons be easy?"
Hexi nodded, his gaze bright as a smile curled across his lips.
"This method is certainly tempting. But the Demons are currently fixated on Blue Bridge Fortress. Unless Ang completely stabilizes this place, he won't leave easily." His tone carried both anticipation and helplessness.
A few days later, during a lull in the fighting, Hexi sought out Ang with a solemn expression.
"Commander Ang, your Holy Light Spear magic array has truly opened my eyes. I'd like to ask you to help us rebuild Blackstone Fortress and construct the same defenses!"
Ang was wiping down Gale. He was not surprised by the request and merely raised an eyebrow at Hexi, his tone calm but probing. "Commander Hexi, this is no small matter. Have you thought it through?"
Hexi's gaze was firm, and his tone sincere. "Of course I understand. This is a decision I made after careful consideration, which is why I came to ask for your help!"
Ang studied him