Chapter 2002: Chapter 2103: Mentally Devastated

The Wolf Fang forces directly withdrew from the battlefield, and the main troops also retreated from Sun City, creating an appearance of a complete withdrawal from the conflict.

"Boss, are we really going to withdraw just like this?" someone asked Lin Youyong standing before him.

Lin Youyong’s eyes flashed with cold light, and he snorted, saying, "We’re just letting the COM fight assuredly. Have all the troops withdrawn?"

"They’re all out already."

"Good, let COM have their battle, and then, hmph..."

The Wolf Fang forces withdrew directly from Sun City, and while retreating, in a basement to the north of Sun City, a group of people were quietly discussing. It was none other than Xiang Yu’s group.

"Sir, we’re not sure why they’ve all retreated. We can go back now."

Xiang Yu furrowed his brow in confusion and said, "Retreated? No reason for that, why withdraw?"

No one could answer him because they had always been with Xiang Yu, and Xiang Yu’s communication equipment had been lost, cutting off contact with the outside world.

Xiang Yu led a small team out of the area, finding the surroundings silent.

At that moment, a scout rushed over, saying, "Sir, the Wolf Fang forces indeed retreated; they left Sun City."

As dusk fell, Xiang Yu wondered how Lieyun City was faring and immediately ordered, "Let’s go back."

Just then, COM forces began their action, gathering all their units for a large-scale southern assault.

In Lieyun City, Long Wu was unconscious, leaving the city leaderless and many people started to panic.

The City Guard Army, leading all the troops, gathered on the southern battlefield, but they lacked confidence in winning.

"Sis, what do we do? The commander isn’t here, and now Dragon Leader is unconscious. Who will direct the war?"

In the base, Jieke stood worriedly before Xi’er.

"Jieke, tonight is a crucial moment of life and death. Regardless of others, you must fight to the last moment, even if you die, die on the battlefield. Your sister will be with you," Xi’er said sorrowfully.

"Sis..." Jieke’s eyes were red as he embraced Xi’er and said, "Don’t worry, your brother isn’t afraid of death. The leader has given us hope, this lifetime suffices."

Jieke released Xi’er and turned to leave.

"Jieke..." Xi’er shouted, tears almost falling.

"Sis, I won’t let you down," Jieke said, running toward the frontlines.

At this moment, COM forces began their assault, fronted by a line of armored vehicles, followed by convoys, as bullets flew towards Lieyun City’s base like they were free.

The City Guard Army, self-defense units, support troops, and civilian groups all headed to the frontline. 𝑓𝓇𝘦ℯ𝘸𝘦𝑏𝓃𝑜𝘷ℯ𝑙.𝑐𝑜𝓂

The artillery lit up the skies, marking this night as destined to be extraordinary.

COM forces did not rest, their armored vehicles paving the way, directly attacking the front.

"For Sun City, for the commander, we must hold!"

Someone shouted, igniting a chorus of shouts from everyone.

"For Sun City, for the commander."

The deafening screams overshadowed the sounds of gunfire, like an angry roar from the East.

"What’s going on? Where is the sound coming from?" Darzi exclaimed in shock.

"It’s from the frontline; the enemy seems to be shouting madly."

"Shouting?" Darzi sneered, "Once we break their defenses, let’s see if they can still shout, notify the frontline, hit them hard."

Xiang Yu’s troops were outmatched in weaponry and numbers, with their only advantage being geographical.

However, with opponent’s armored vehicles paving the way, the geographical advantage was minimal now.

Facing COM’s relentless artillery, the City Guard Army and others did not retreat, fully prepared for sacrifice.

Inside the underground base, Xi’er stood resolutely before Long Wu’s bed, "Long Wu, don’t let anything happen to you; otherwise, I can’t account for it to the commander."

Xi’er finished, turning to leave.

She was fully armed, prepared to support the frontlines with the resolve to die.

As she was about to leave, someone rushed in, saying, "The commander has returned."

The underground base, previously filled with anxiety, rekindled hope upon hearing of Xiang Yu’s return.

Xi’er, upon hearing the news, couldn’t hold back her tears, feeling joy.

At this moment, Xiang Yu strode in.

Xiang Yu was in tatters, his face dirty, clearly having rushed here.

Upon seeing Long Wu lying on the bed, Xiang Yu stood there thunderstruck, losing consciousness.

"Long Wu..."

Xiang Yu called, his legs felt leaden, each step excruciating.

Images of the past flashed before his eyes, beginning from his first encounter with Long Wu, like a film playing in his mind.

Xiang Yu realized that throughout, Long Wu had never left his side.

Reaching Long Wu’s bedside, Zhao Long kneeled there, grasping her hand.

Xi’er and medical staff quietly left upon witnessing the scene.

Xi’er felt guilty, wishing she were the one on the bed.

"Long Wu get up, get up, we have so much unfinished business..."

Xiang Yu held Long Wu’s hand, tears uncontrollable.

At this moment, Xiang Yu understood how vital Long Wu was in his life, the heart-wrenching pain almost suffocating him.

"Ah... Pft..."

Xiang Yu shouted, suddenly spitting out blood.

Xi’er and medical team rushed in, unable to hold back any longer.

"Commander, what’s wrong with you?" Xi’er first saw Xiang Yu in such a state, her tears uncontrollable.

The medical staff quickly hoisted Xiang Yu onto the bed, conducting a full examination.

Xiang Yu lay motionless, seemingly unconscious.

At that moment, a tall and strong figure burst in, with an empty left sleeve—Tie Zhuzi.

"Brother Yu, what’s wrong?" Tie Zhuzi ran over frantically.

Xi’er blocked him, clinging to his arm, saying, "Don’t act impulsively, come outside with me."

"What are you doing, let go of me," Tie Zhuzi shouted madly.

Xi’er ignored him, dragging Tie Zhuzi outside, saying, "Calm down, the commander just returned and is physically fine, but mentally shaken. Your missing left arm would further distress him."

Tie Zhuzi, hearing this, turned to face the wall, banging his head against it.

Xi’er knew Tie Zhuzi was crying, simply not wanting her to see. She patted Tie Zhuzi’s shoulder, instructing a guard, "Notify the frontline, tell them the commander is back, hold on steadfastly."

"Yes!" The guard replied, then hurriedly dashed away...