The setting sun cast its last rays over the recently conquered Sunset Gorge Pass, where the flags of the combined Germanic and Roman armies fluttered from the walls. Standing atop the pass, Bishan surveyed the vast expanse of land, knowing full well that the task ahead would remain arduous. Small enemy groups lurked in the surrounding area, like hidden venomous snakes, poised to strike at any moment.

Martha, who had recovered, walked over to Bishan. Her resolute face was a little tired, but her eyes were still firm. Her steps were steady, as if conveying a kind of strength and determination to Bishan.

They quickly split into several teams and began to investigate the surrounding villages and towns. Bishan and Martha led an elite team toward a small town near the pass. Along the way, they were cautious, vigilant to every move around them.

As they approached the town, they found it unusually quiet, without a trace of life. Martha whispered, "It's too quiet here, something's wrong." Her voice revealed a hint of tension and alertness.

Bishan signaled everyone to prepare for battle and slowly entered the town. Their steps were light and cautious, as if they were afraid to alert the enemy hiding in the shadows. With every step, they could feel an oppressive atmosphere, as if countless eyes were watching them.

Suddenly, from rooftops and alleys, a group of mysterious men in black emerged. Wielding sharp blades and fierce gazes, they surrounded Bishan and Martha's group. Martha's heart tightened, and she quickly drew her weapon, warily observing the surrounding enemies.

"Everyone, stand back to back and defend carefully!" Bishan shouted loudly, her voice firm and steady. The team members quickly followed her instructions and formed a tight defensive circle.

The battle erupted instantly, the men in black charging forward like wolves and tigers. Martha brandished her sword, engaging in a fierce battle with the enemy. Her swordsmanship was expert, and each swing of her sword carried a powerful force, pushing back the approaching enemies.

However, the enemies were too numerous, and they coordinated well, launching attacks continuously. Martha gradually felt a bit tired, and her physical strength was constantly depleting. At this moment, a man in black took the opportunity to attack from the side. Martha was unable to dodge and was scratched on the arm by his sharp blade.

"Martha, are you okay?" Bishan shouted anxiously, her eyes full of concern.

"I'm fine, keep fighting!" Martha gritted her teeth, endured the pain, and continued to fight the enemy.

As time went on, the team members began to feel the strain. They were all wounded to varying degrees, their strength drained away. Meanwhile, the enemy kept coming in larger and larger numbers, and the encirclement grew smaller and smaller.

Martha realized that if they continued like this, they would be wiped out by the enemy sooner or later. She looked at the team members around her and made a decision in her heart.

"Bishan, you lead some of the team members to break out, and I will stay behind to cover your retreat!" Martha said loudly.

"No, Martha, we can't leave you!" Bishan said firmly.

"There's no time to hesitate, this is an order!" Martha said seriously, with an unquestionable firmness in her eyes.

Bishan knew there was no other way. She nodded and said, "Martha, you must come back alive!"

"Don't worry, I will!" Martha smiled slightly, her eyes full of confidence.

Bishan led a group of team members to break out. They fought hard and finally tore a hole in the enemy's encirclement. Martha stayed behind and continued to fight the enemy.

Martha faced numerous enemies alone, her situation was extremely dangerous. However, she was not afraid and continued to fight bravely. Each of her attacks was accompanied by a determination to kill, which made the enemies dare not approach easily.

However, the enemy was too numerous and Martha gradually felt overwhelmed. She was wounded several times and her clothes were stained with blood.

Just when Martha was about to collapse, the enemy suddenly stopped attacking. A man in black walked out from the crowd. He was wearing a mask and his face could not be seen clearly.

"You are very brave, but unfortunately you will die today!" said the man in black coldly.

"It's not that easy to kill me!" Martha said, gritting her teeth.

The man in black sneered and said, "Then let me show you our true strength!"

After saying this, the man in black waved his hands, and the enemies around him took out a strange weapon. This weapon emitted a dazzling light, making Martha feel dizzy.

Martha knew it was a trap. She tried to dodge, but it was too late. The light instantly enveloped her body, and she felt a sharp pain before losing consciousness.

When Martha woke up again, she found herself tied up in a room, with some strange pictures hanging on the walls, which frightened her.

"You're finally awake!" a voice came from the corner of the room.

Martha turned her head and saw the man in black. He was still wearing a mask, so her face couldn't be seen clearly.

"Who are you? Why are you doing this to us?" Martha asked angrily.

"It doesn't matter who I am. What matters is that you have fallen into my trap." The man in black said coldly.

"What do you want to do?" Martha asked.

"You will soon know what I want." The man in black said, then turned and left the room.

Martha knew she was in great danger and tried to break free from the ropes, but found they were too tight to break free.

Just when Martha felt desperate, she suddenly heard footsteps. She was delighted, thinking that Bishan and the others had come to rescue her.

However, when the door opened, it was not Bishan and the others who came in, but a group of people in black. They took Martha out of the room and brought her to a huge square.

Many people gathered in the square, their eyes filled with fear and despair. Martha realized that these people were all captured by the men in black.

"What on earth do you want to do?" Martha shouted angrily.

"Today, I will make all of you my sacrifices!" The man in black stood in the center of the square and shouted.

After saying this, the man in black waved his hands, and the other men in black around him took out a strange weapon. This weapon emitted a dazzling light, making the people in the square feel dizzy.

Martha knew that the men in black were going to attack them. She wanted to resist, but found that her body was no longer under her control.

Just when Martha was feeling desperate, she suddenly heard a cry of killing. She turned around and saw Bishan and the others leading an army rushing in.

It turned out that after Bishan and the others broke out, they did not give up on Martha. They went back and brought reinforcements to rescue Martha.

Under the attack of Bishan and the others, the men in black were thrown into disarray. Martha took the opportunity to break free from the ropes, picked up a weapon, and joined the battle.

After a fierce battle, the men in black were finally wiped out, and Martha and Bishan successfully rescued the people in the square.

"Martha, are you okay?" Bishan hugged Martha tightly and said.

"I'm fine, thanks to you for coming in time!" Martha said gratefully.

"We are good sisters, of course we won't abandon you!" Bishan said with a smile.

After this incident, Martha, Bishan, and the others became even more united. They knew that only by working together could they overcome all difficulties. The mysterious man in black also became a mystery to them. They were determined to find him and uncover his true identity.

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