"Stop sleeping! Get out here!" Texas's voice nearly tore through the night sky.
"Coming! This gear is such a hassle."
Han Fei's voice came from inside the tent.
Han Fei had awakened the moment the guns went off. He had merely chosen to activate Shield Dog's ultimate first, which was why he had been a step too slow.
As soon as he spoke, crossbow bolts tore through the air.
Under the dense rain of arrows, the tiny tent was both a target and a cage.
The cramped space restricted the people inside, leaving them no room to dodge!
In that instant, Texas faced two choices.
Dodge the bolts, or protect him.
This volley was aimed straight at the tent. As long as she retreated, she could avoid the attack.
Yet faced with that choice, Texas barely hesitated. She gritted her silver teeth and shouted, "Hold up your shield and turn your back to me!"
At that critical moment, Texas swung both swords together. Their blades traced dazzling silver arcs beneath the moonlight, forming an impenetrable barrier.
Clang! Clang! Clang!
The sounds of metal colliding rang without end, but human strength could only last so long.
One crossbow bolt broke through the web of blades and buried itself viciously in Texas's side!
"Mmgh!"
The girl's muffled groan passed through the waterproof fabric and reached Han Fei, who was blocking arrows with his shield. His expression changed. Forgetting the arrow rain, he turned around and charged toward Texas with his shield.
Riiip!
The waterproof fabric tore apart under the tremendous force. Fully armed, Han Fei burst out like a humanoid tank, his riot-control boots crushing the ground beneath them.
"Texas!"
Han Fei's voice cracked, and a nameless fire burned in his heart.
Texas forced herself upright, cold sweat sliding down her pale