Li Rui did not expect that the Polar Alliance, taking advantage of the other two countries' war, had pushed the frontlines significantly.
In comparison, Cold Wind State's terrain was more elongated. Although the Western Kingdom had also retracted part of its occupied territory, there was a misalignment with the eastern region of Dragon Country.
This caused Li Rui and others, even after crossing the grain water, to still be behind enemy lines—only now, they were behind the Polar Alliance instead of the Western Kingdom.
"..."
Rossi and Vince were mentally shattered.
After enduring countless hardships, they thought they would finally see the light, only to end up still in the abyss.
"What should we do?" Kawina asked.
"There's nothing we can do now. We've reached this position; surely, they've also discovered us."
Li Rui said, "Let's break through from the northeast. There's a vanguard camp of ours there, guarded by Kong Ji. If we cause chaos, maybe reinforcements will arrive."
