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The Hive's rage unleashed an unprecedented storm in the warp. Its mental network was like a boiling furnace, with countless synapses frantically reorganizing and evolving. However, no matter how furious it was, it could not change one fact—the human with golden psionic powers, Russell, had become incredibly cunning.

Since Russell destroyed the Zerg's transmission devices, his fighting style has undergone a dramatic change. He no longer charges headlong into battle as before, but has learned to conceal his strength, using tactics and strategies to fight the Zerg. His golden psionic energy no longer erupts frequently, but is like a hidden sword, delivering a fatal blow only at the crucial moment.

The Hive Will attempted to locate Russell through the Zerg's neural network, but each attempt failed. Russell's movements became unpredictable; his golden psionic energy fluctuations were skillfully concealed, as if he had vanished into the clamor of the battlefield. The Zerg's elite assassins—Terran warriors, cerebrates, and leapers evolved specifically to hunt Russell—searched the battlefield but could find no trace of him.

"That cunning human...where is he?" This question echoed in the hive's thought network. Its anger gradually turned into a powerless rage, for it realized that it had lost control of Russell.

Meanwhile, Russell stood in a concealed outpost on the battlefield of Baal, discussing the next course of action with Cato Sicarius and Arya. His gaze was calm and sharp, as if he could see through every corner of the battlefield.

“The Zerg’s elite assassins are searching for you,” Arya whispered, her psionic tentacles gently wrapping around Russell’s wrist to help him sense the surrounding psionic fluctuations. “But they can’t find you. Your stealth strategy is working.”

Cato Sicarius revealed a smug smile: "Russell, you're quite the cunning fellow now. The Will of the Hive must be furious, right?"

Russell smiled slightly, a hint of coldness in his eyes: "Anger will only make them lose their minds. We, on the other hand, need to remain calm."

He glanced down at the Fire Kirin Laser Gun in his hand; the runes on its surface flickered in the dim light. This divine weapon had once been his most relied-upon weapon, but now, he had learned how to use it better. His golden psionic energy was no longer his sole reliance, but rather one of his many tactics.

"What should we do next?" Arya asked, a hint of anticipation in her eyes.

Russell gazed at the distant swarm of insects, his voice carrying a hint of determination: "We must continue to wear down the Zerg's strength. Although their numbers are vast, they are not inexhaustible. As long as we can cut off their supply lines and destroy their command nodes, the wrath of the Hive Will will become their weakness."

Cato nodded, lightly waving his power sword in his hand: "You're right. The Zerg's elite assassins will become restless if they can't find you. We can use this to our advantage, set traps, and take them down one by one."

Russell's eyes held a hint of approval: "Exactly. Arya, your psionic network can monitor the Zerg's movements. We need you to provide real-time intelligence to ensure our operation goes smoothly."

Arya smiled slightly, a hint of determination in her eyes: "Don't worry, Russell. I will provide you with the most accurate intelligence."

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Dante's power axe, "Mourning," slashed through the swarm of insects, arcing through the air with each swing accompanied by screams of agony and sprays of blood and flesh from the insectoid soldiers. His figure moved like a red lightning bolt through the black sea of ​​insects, with the Blood Guard warriors close behind, their explosive rifles and power swords carving a bloody path through the horde.

However, this swarm was different from the previous ones. The Hive Will had locked onto Dante as its target, and countless giant Bladebugs, Tyranid Warriors, and Von Leapers surged in from all directions, attempting to completely overwhelm the Chapter Master and his Blood Guard.

"For Saint Gilles! For the Emperor!" Dante's roar echoed across the battlefield as his power axe slammed down, cleaving a Tyranid warrior's head in two. However, more Zerg soldiers quickly filled the gap, their bone blades and acid bombs raining down like a storm.

The warriors of the Holy Blood Guard fought valiantly, but the number of Zerg was simply too overwhelming. Their defenses crumbled under the onslaught of the swarm, and warriors fell every second, their blood staining the earth crimson.

"Commander, our left flank has been breached!" a Holy Blood Guard soldier shouted, his voice tinged with anxiety.

A cold glint flashed in Dante's eyes: "Contract our defenses! Don't let them surround us!"

His orders were swiftly relayed, and the Blood Guard warriors quickly adjusted their formation, attempting to withstand the onslaught of the insect swarm. However, the insectoid offensive was simply too fierce, and their defenses continued to crumble.

Just then, a Vonne Leaper leaped out of the swarm, its six pairs of scythe-like bone blades aimed straight for Dante's throat. Dante swiftly dodged to the side, his power axe flashing out and cleaving the Leaper in two. However, more Leapers rapidly closed in, their attack frequency and speed putting Dante under unprecedented pressure.

"Commander, we need support!" another Blood Guard soldier shouted, his power sword already corroded and damaged by the Zerg's acid.

A resolute glint flashed in Dante's eyes: "Hold on! Reinforcements will arrive soon!"

However, the Zerg offensive showed no signs of abating. The Tyranid warriors' bone blades and the giant blade worms' acid bombs completely shattered the Blood Guard's defenses. Dante continued to swing his power axe, but his stamina was nearing its limit.

"Could this... be my end?" A complex emotion welled up in Dante's heart. A trace of resentment flashed in his eyes, but more so, determination. He knew he could not fall. He was the Chapter Master of the Blood Angels, the symbol of the Empire. His fall would mean the collapse of the entire defensive line.

At this critical moment, a golden light suddenly exploded within the swarm of insects. Russell's figure rushed into the battlefield like lightning, his golden psionic energy slashing towards the insectoid soldiers like a sword of judgment. Arya's psionic shield quickly deployed, providing Dante and the Blood Guard with precious breathing space.

"Lord Dante, hold on!" Russell's voice rang out as his Fire Kirin Laser Gun unleashed a scorching laser beam, burning through the carapace of a giant sword insect.

A flicker of surprise and relief crossed Dante's eyes: "Russell...you've come."

Russell nodded and said firmly, "I will not let you fight alone."