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nChapter 44: Join Forces to Fight Against the Explosive Wolf Pack

nSince they were running out of time, no one made any comments and started preparing for their assault. Soon after, the students hid on either side of the valley, quietly waiting for the pack of Explosive Wolves.

nSolemnity filled everyone’s faces as they looked at the wolf pack headed toward them. The less courageous team members trembled as the earth shook.

nAlan and Ell hid behind a boulder on the left-hand side of the valley’s entrance. They didn’t object to Cullen’s plans, but they were wary of his movements. They knew how self-centered Cullen was.

nAlan looked at the fast-approaching wolf pack. Then he looked at Ell and said with a severe expression, “Stand by me, Ell. I’ll protect you.”

nAlan held his sword in one hand and an anesthetic in the other as he stared in the wolf pack’s direction. At that moment, he yearned to see Moss even more because it was the first time they had separated since entering the Mystic Realm. With Moss by his side, he didn’t have to worry about a thing, even though they were only a two-person team.

nNow there were more than ten people by Alan’s side. However, he wasn’t as confident in them compared to Moss.

nEll was afraid of the impending battle even though she had once experienced a raid battle in a Mystic Realm. But when she heard Alan’s words, she felt a warmth in her heart. Then she said with gratitude, “Thank you, Alan.”

nBefore Alan could reply, Cullen sarcastically said as he played with his flying sword, “Hey, when did my cousin become a girl’s knight in shining armor? Also, why are there only two of you? Where’s Moss? Oh, wait, let me guess… A pack of Explosive Wolves trapped him, hahaha!”

nCullen was in a tremendous mood and wanted to suppress his cousin by asserting dominance. He wanted Alan to know who the rising star of the Bailu family was and that he could only survive this test by relying on him. Then Cullen offered his family’s resources to Alan.

nAlan was outraged by Cullen’s words. He turned around and glared. “Don’t be so smug, Cullen. I can’t be bothered with you right now.” After saying that, Alan pulled Ell behind a boulder further from Cullen without batting an eye.

n‘D*mn you, Alan. I’ll take you down a notch when the time comes,’ Cullen couldn’t help but curse in his heart. He didn’t expect Alan to be so proud. Cullen made up his mind and decided to teach Alan a lesson when the test was over. He couldn’t help but reveal a sinister smile at that thought.

n“At attention, everyone! The wolf pack is approaching!” Someone warned. Soon after, everyone gazed toward the valley’s entrance.

nBefore the person could finish speaking, the Explosive Wolves rushed forward in groups of three to five. The wolves’ eyes were blood-red as they bore their fangs imposingly. Cullen was shocked at the sight of this.

nWhen the students thought the Explosive Wolves would attack, they heard a sudden earth-shaking roar echo within the wolf pack, carrying a strong sense of oppression. The students couldn’t help but tremble in fear.

nThe Explosive Wolves, running at full speed, stopped at the valley’s entrance when they heard the roar and noticed the large boulders. They spread to both sides of the valley and surrounded the entrance.

nCullen couldn’t help but curse at the sight of this, “D*mn it. There’s another level seven Explosive Wolf.”

nBailey saw the pack near the valley’s entrance and didn’t know what to do, so he anxiously asked, “W-What should we do now, Captain Cullen?”

nNot all wolves were close to the valley’s entrance, and Cullen noticed a few pack members searching for him and his teammates on either side of the valley.

nCullen lowered his voice and said to his teammates, “Be patient, everyone. We have to wait till more Explosive Wolves enter the valley before we attack. Wait for my command.”

nAfter a short while, Cullen noticed more pack members scouring both sides of the valley, so he used his flying sword and shot at a level five Explosive Wolf. When the others saw this, they immediately started their assault on the Explosive Wolf pack.

nAfter some time, Cullen’s teammates used their geographical advantage to block three waves of the Explosive Wolves’ attacks. Cullen used all his strength during this process.

nCullen was overjoyed at his experience gain but noticed the others were having difficulties holding off the pack. He was worried that they would no longer have the geographical advantage once the wolves attacked in unison.

nCullen anxiously shouted at the thought of this, “Hold on, everyone! My sword will finish them off as soon as possible! Victory will be ours!”

nSome of Cullen’s brainwashed teammates responded mindlessly, “Yes, sir! Everyone, hold the line! Captain Cullen is a Swordmaster. He will surely lead us to victory!”

nCullen felt like the ultimate captain after looking at his blind followers and started to behave smugly. After using his sword to kill a level five wolf just now, Cullen’s interface notified that he had leveled up.

nCullen couldn’t help but nod his head in satisfaction when he reached level seven. His mouth was agape with excitement. Reaching level seven would significantly boost his confidence in the impending battle against the Mystic Realm Boss.

nJust as Cullen started to gain confidence, a larger than usual level seven Explosive Wolf howled toward the sky, exciting the surrounding wolves. Their eyes glowed red as they ran forward with astounding speed.

nThe Explosive Wolves started using Wolf Spike alongside Sharp Fangs and Claws. They attacked the students without regard for their lives. The sudden change of events immediately increased the pressure on the students blocking the valley’s entrance.

nThe Explosive Wolves were about to breach the valley’s entrance. Cullen stood behind his teammates and desperately used his sword as he noticed this.

nCullen shouted at his team members, “Hold on, everyone! I’m already at level seven! Just a little longer, and we’ll reap a bountiful harvest!”

nAlthough Cullen spoke such words, he had already planned an escape route for himself should anything unexpected happen. He was about to turn around and escape when he heard a burst of tragic wails at the wolf pack’s rear.

nCullen put some of the loot into his pocket and went to the valley’s highest point with doubt. He saw a figure holding a sword in one hand and a shield in the other, wantonly fighting the wolves at the pack’s rear.

nCullen focused his vision and couldn’t help but feel a chill run down his spine, immediately freezing on the spot.

n‘W-Why is he still here? How is he alive?!’

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