Courtyard House: My Long and Hard Body Makes Me Play with All the Women in the Courtyard

Chapter 499 Surprise Attack

Chapter 499 Surprise Attack

"Sigh, fate is truly unpredictable. I wonder how many more difficulties await us ahead," Li Yun sighed as he walked at the back of the group.

However, at that moment, Su Ting suddenly turned around and said something inspiring: "But as long as we are here, we will not back down no matter what challenges we face! Because it is precisely these trials that make us true warriors!"

As a series of passionate and resolute words echoed through the night sky, this group of young and courageous adventurers once again embarked on their journey...

"Let's go, my friends! The road ahead is full of unknowns and dangers, but we will definitely overcome all difficulties!" Su Ting gazed firmly into the distance, his eyes shining with an indomitable spirit.

The villagers gathered around, some carrying simple weapons—hoes, sickles, and other farm tools. Their eyes were filled with tension and unease, but also with a hint of anticipation.

"Are you really capable of dealing with those monsters?" a young woman asked with some concern.

Zhang Xiang patted the hilt of his sword and said firmly, "Don't worry, we already defeated one of these guys last time. This time will be no exception!"

“But I heard there are a lot of them this time!” Another older villager frowned. “What if we can’t defeat them?”

At this moment, Su Ting smiled slightly, his eyes full of confidence. "Everyone, don't worry. Each of us has grown through countless trials. Trust us, and please trust yourselves."

No sooner had the words been spoken than a childish yet courageous voice rang out from the crowd. "I want to help too! I want to protect my family and friends!" It turned out to be the little boy who had been encouraged earlier, who had stepped forward again, clutching a small wooden stick tightly in his hand.

Seeing this, Chen Hao gently shook his head, but a smile appeared on his lips. "You little rascal, you're really brave. But right now, the safest place is still at home, you know? What we need is for all the villagers to get through this disaster safely."

"But I want to be a hero!" The little boy's defiant look made the adults around him burst into laughter.

Just as everyone was encouraging each other, the ominous aura in the distance seemed to be getting closer and closer. Li Yun listened carefully to the message conveyed by the wind, "Everyone, get ready and proceed according to the previous plan."

With a loud horn blast, the able-bodied men in the village quickly dispersed to set up a defensive line, as instructed. Su Ting and his men headed towards the direction from which the sound came.

After passing through a dense forest, just as the boy had said, they could see countless dark figures slowly moving towards them in the moonlight. Despite their large number, the adventurers remained calm thanks to their previous experience and the team's excellent coordination.

"It seems the enemy hasn't discovered our presence. How about we launch a surprise attack?" Lei Ming suggested softly.

Su Ting nodded in agreement. "We'll split into two groups. Lei Ming and I will go forward first to provoke them, while the rest of us will find an opportunity to flank them from the side."

Under the cover of darkness, Su Ting and Lei Ming charged into the enemy ranks. Caught off guard by the sudden attack, the monsters were thrown into chaos. Taking advantage of the chaos, the others launched their own attack, successfully pushing the onslaught back a few steps.

Chapter 500 Awaiting the Result

Chapter 500 Awaiting the Result

However, this period of good fortune was short-lived. Soon, even more enemies swarmed in, and the situation became increasingly perilous...

"The situation is much more complicated than I imagined!" After several attacks failed to gain a clear advantage, Li Yun couldn't help but shout loudly. Fine beads of sweat appeared on his face, and his breathing became rapid.

“We can’t keep going like this,” Su Ting said, brandishing his sword. “We need to change our strategy. Since a direct confrontation won’t work, let’s use the terrain to our advantage and wage guerrilla warfare!”

He then swiftly issued orders to adjust tactics, and the entire unit immediately changed its fighting style, moving nimbly and maneuvering through the forest. This surprise tactic proved highly effective, gradually slowing the enemy's offensive.

Just then, a strange sound rang out in the sky. Everyone looked up and saw a huge and dazzling light streak across the sky, finally landing on an open space not far away...

"What is this?" This question arose in everyone's mind at the same time, and even the air seemed to be filled with the aura of some mysterious power.

Meanwhile, in the center of the village, the old woman, who had just regained her vitality, was also praying quietly. "May the light forever shine on the path of the warriors." Her lips moved slightly, as if communicating with some unseen being.

Meanwhile, on the front lines of the battlefield, a completely different scene unfolded—

"Look over there!" a young adventurer shouted excitedly, pointing to the spot where they had just landed.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, the light slowly dissipated, revealing a huge silver metal box. Its surface was engraved with intricate runes and emitted a faint glow, appearing both mysterious and powerful. For a moment, astonishment and curiosity filled everyone's eyes.

"What...what is this? Could it be a treasure bestowed by the gods?" Lei Ming muttered to himself.

Su Ting's gaze was fixed on the object, and he said in a deep voice, "Whatever it is, we'd better check it out as soon as possible. It would be great if it could really help."

"Wait!" Chen Hao suddenly stopped the group who wanted to go forward to investigate. "Don't you find it strange? Why would it appear here at this time? And the aura emanating from this thing feels rather eerie."

Just as they were discussing this, a low growl came from the darkness in the distance. The enemy seemed to have sensed something amiss and was rapidly closing in.

"There's no time to hesitate!" Su Ting made a decisive decision. "Li Yun, Lei Ming, you two come with me to see what's in that box. Chen Hao and the others, maintain your defensive posture and be ready to support us at any time."

The three quickly moved to the metal box. Su Ting took a deep breath and gently touched it. Instantly, a flood of information rushed into his mind—this was advanced equipment from another world, capable of greatly enhancing the wielder's combat power. More importantly, under certain conditions, it could also unleash latent abilities, bringing unexpected assistance to the team.

Meanwhile, the villagers and the rest of the team waited anxiously for the results. "I wonder what they found?" the little boy wondered, gripping his stick tightly and blinking at the faint light shimmering in the night.

Chapter 501 Extraordinarily Cautious

Chapter 501 Extraordinarily Cautious

Suddenly, a powerful surge of energy emanated from ahead, shocking everyone. When their gazes refocused, they saw Su Ting enveloped in rings of blue energy, his eyes filled with unprecedented determination. "I see, I know what to do now." With that, he turned to face the approaching army, a new weapon gleaming with an unusual light appearing in his hand.

"It seems our leader is ready!" Chen Hao shouted excitedly upon seeing this.

Meanwhile, the monsters were also drawn to this scene. "Quick! Don't give them a chance to breathe!" With a commander's voice, more dark figures surged towards the center of the battlefield...

Just as the situation seemed poised to become even more deadlocked, Su Ting raised his new weapon and swung it a few times with force. In an instant, several incredibly sharp beams of light spread out from him, piercing through the bodies of several enemies and blasting them to smithereens!

"That's amazing!"

"This guy is practically a superhero!" the villagers exclaimed, and even a few of the bolder young men began to try their luck.

"Hey, hey, hey! Young men, calm down! This is not the time to act impulsively," the elder hurriedly advised.

Although the situation had eased considerably for the time being, the battle was far from over. More and more enemies continued to emerge. "Everyone be careful, there are too many enemies. We must find a way to break through and find a safe place," Li Yun quickly assessed the changing situation.

Just as everyone was contemplating their next move, a soul-stirring sound echoed from the sky once more. "That is..."

"Don't tell me it's the same kind of light as before, okay?"

"How could such things happen one after another?" the villagers discussed among themselves.

What appeared this time was completely different from before, yet incredibly magnificent: a golden dragon coiled above the clouds, its eyes radiating a gentle yet powerful light. "What does this mean?"

Su Ting looked up at the figure slowly descending from mid-air, a thoughtful expression flashing across his face. "It seems that tonight's events are far more complicated than we imagined. In any case, we must persevere and protect our homeland."

"but……"

Just as everyone was wondering, the golden dragon slowly descended, hovering in mid-air not far from the ground. Its enormous wings gently flapped, creating a breeze that dispersed the surrounding dust and mist. The villagers stared in astonishment at this unprecedented spectacle, their hearts filled with awe and curiosity.

What's going on? When did a real dragon come to our village? An old man muttered to himself, gripping his cane tightly, his eyes gleaming with excitement.

Chen Hao and the others standing in front were also unusually cautious. They watched the giant dragon warily, trying to spot any potential dangers. "Could this thing also be an enemy's ally?" Li Yun asked in a low voice, gripping his weapon tightly, ready to react quickly in case of emergency.

Then the dragon spoke, its voice deep and majestic: "Do not panic, children. My name is Jinling, one of the guardians of this land. The enemies you face are no ordinary creatures; they are beings that have invaded from another world."

Chapter 502 The Shadow Army

Chapter 502 The Shadow Army

Hearing this, Su Ting's eyes hardened even more. He stepped forward and asked loudly, "Then, esteemed sir, do you know how to defeat these monsters and protect our homeland?"

“Indeed, there are some ways we can try.” Jin Ling nodded, his eyes seemingly filled with endless knowledge. “But to achieve this, we need a warrior strong enough to wield the power I provide—the power of the dragon race.”

As soon as the words were spoken, a murmur of discussion erupted from the crowd. "That's amazing! If only we could use that kind of power..." a little girl exclaimed with longing.

However, not everyone was so optimistic: "But where are all these heroes in the world? The best guy in our village is probably the squad leader." Another villager sighed, his tone tinged with disappointment.

Just as everyone was discussing this, Su Ting stepped forward without hesitation: "I am willing to accept this challenge. Please guide me on what I should do."

The surroundings immediately fell silent, all eyes focused on the young man. After firmly stating his words, he turned to face everyone: "Friends, fellow villagers, please believe in me this once. We must try, no matter what, for the land we all share!"

Seeing this, even Jinling was moved. It nodded slightly in approval and said, "Very good. Since you have this determination, then follow my instructions."

Then, under everyone's watchful eyes, a chain of runes shimmering with golden light floated out from the dragon's body, circling Su Ting several times before tightly wrapping around his arm. "From now until victory, you will have the ability to control wind and lightning. But remember, with this power come corresponding responsibilities and risks."

As he finished speaking, an unprecedented warm power instantly flowed through his body, making Su Ting feel exceptionally strong and powerful. "Thank you, Lord Jin! I'm ready!" he said, once again wielding his strangely glowing new weapon, pointing it at the gathering army of shadowy figures in the distance…

Meanwhile, sensing the shifting atmosphere in the air, the leading commander frowned. "Something seems to have gone wrong over there… Order everyone to increase vigilance and accelerate the attack!" Immediately, countless shouts echoed through the night sky; a larger and more intense conflict was about to unfold…

"Quick! Follow me! We must find suitable positions to set up defenses before the enemy launches a full-scale attack!" Su Ting commanded decisively, waving his hand to signal his companions to follow him.

Just as the group was quickly making their escape, a slightly teasing voice suddenly came from behind. "Hey, handsome~ Looks like things are going badly?" A girl in a red robe appeared in their line of sight, a playful smile on her face. "Don't worry, now that you've run into me, things are bound to get a little different~"

"Who are you?" Su Ting asked warily, gesturing for his companions to prepare for battle. The woman in the red robe smiled slightly, not answering directly, but instead pulling a small bead emitting a strange luster from her sleeve: "My name is Hong Ling, a wandering mage. As for this thing, it can help you temporarily control the situation."

Chapter 503 Winning Strategy

Chapter 503 Winning Strategy

"Control the situation?" Su Ting repeated, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes.

“That’s right,” Hongling nodded. “It emits a light that temporarily renders surrounding creatures incapable of fighting, which would be perfect for the monsters over there.” With that, she tossed the treasure in her hand into the air. The crystal-clear sphere immediately expanded into a huge transparent shield, enveloping everyone within it. Then, countless tiny points of light scattered from its surface.

Almost simultaneously, the roars and footsteps in the darkness ahead ceased abruptly, and the previously restless enemies seemed to have been frozen in place by magic. "It worked! Let's go!" the quick-thinking boy shouted, then led his team swiftly through the chaotic enemy ranks.

"Wait, won't you be in danger doing this?" Once the group was temporarily safe, the girl, who had remained wary, asked her new companion again.

Hongling shrugged easily: "Don't worry, I'm used to this lifestyle. And to be honest, meeting someone as brave and responsible as you is quite a novel experience." After she finished speaking, she winked playfully at the other person, which made several villagers nearby show good-natured smiles to ease the tension.

"Thank you for your support of our village, but please don't act rashly from now on." Facing this sudden ally, although he maintained a certain distance on the surface, he was already secretly grateful.

Meanwhile, in a secluded corner not far away...

“Strange…why has the attack suddenly stalled?” The enemy leader frowned as he watched the changes unfolding in the distance, clearly dissatisfied with the unexpected turn of events. “Send men to investigate. If that damned village still has reinforcements, report back to me immediately.”

Soon, subordinates went to investigate as instructed, while the leader continued to wait for further reports. Just as he was becoming increasingly anxious, a subordinate rushed back with news that shocked everyone: "Boss, the scouts just returned and reported that they saw a young man wielding a magical weapon directing the resistance, which seems to be the cause of this delay."

"What? Someone actually managed to interfere at such a crucial moment!" the other party demanded angrily. "How strong are they exactly?" The answer he received only made him more agitated: "According to eyewitness accounts, the exact number is still unclear. All we know is that the leader has a powerful female mage assisting him."