"Charge position..."
Standing behind them, Mirai noticed Jack's attacking posture as he charged. Though he was alone, he could launch such a simple charging attack with such momentum.
In Mirai's memories, Chengxian soon discovered the truth behind this seemingly simple yet extraordinary charging attack: before becoming Chengxian's guard, Jack had served in the Starsea Kingdom for ten years. This charge was a common attacking stance in the army's assault formations.
Shield raised, he thrust forward and swung his sword. The series of movements flowed together seamlessly, leaving Mirai somewhat entranced. Deep down, Mirai wanted to become a stylish knight.
"Awoo—"
Under Jack's attack, one beast let out a mournful cry. At the same time, a black shadow leaped over Jack's attack range and sprang out from beside him.
"Bill!"
Jack did not turn around. He knew there was another horned demonic wolf in the mine. The demonic wolf that had escaped his attack zone from behind was left to Bill.
Bill had already raised the crossbow at his side. He held it up with his left arm for support, while his right hand gripped the handle, ready to pull the trigger.
The wolf darted past Jack. A gash Jack had cut ran across its back. Yet the wound did not seem to affect its speed. Baring its fangs, it charged straight at Bill.
Whoosh!
Bill pulled the trigger. The bowstring twanged, and with a sharp whistle through the air, the bolt flew toward the wolf.
Pfft—
The bolt did not hit the running wolf. Instead, it struck the ground beside it.
"Damn it!" Bill cursed. The crossbow was clearly not as accurate as it should have been.
He had no choice but to hurriedly reload the crossbow with another bolt. However, just as Bill pulled back the string and fitted