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Chapter 308 Chapter 308: The Final Clash (part 4)

The battle raged on within the crystal\'s projection, capturing the intense clash between elemental mastery and demonic onslaught. However, as time passed, a somber realization settled among the leaders.

Sect Master Althea, her discerning eyes fixed on the crystal, felt a heaviness in her chest. The carnage unfolding before her, the sacrifice of countless lives, weighed on her like an insurmountable burden. She couldn\'t bear the thought of the impending doom that awaited the defenders in the first defense.

With a heavy sigh, Sect Master Althea excused herself from the room. The echo of the crystal\'s projection continued to cast a haunting light on the faces of the leaders left behind, their expressions a mixture of concern and silent acknowledgment of the dire situation.

Sect Master Kaelar, his stoic demeanor faltering for a moment, glanced at Althea with a helpless expression. "Althea..." he began, his voice laden with unspoken empathy.

Althea turned to Kaelar, her eyes reflecting the torment within her. "I can\'t watch this any longer. We knew the cost, but to witness it... it\'s unbearable." Her words resonated with the shared burden of leadership and the inevitable choices they faced.

Kaelar nodded in understanding, his gaze never leaving Althea. "The first defense is a necessary sacrifice. Our duty is to protect the city, even if the cost is heart-wrenching."

Althea, a profound sadness in her eyes, responded, "I know, Kaelar. But the weight of responsibility sometimes feels like chains around the soul."

The room fell into a contemplative silence, the distant sounds of battle echoing through the crystal. The leaders, grappling with the harsh reality of their decisions, exchanged glances that spoke volumes of the shared sorrow among them.

Another leader, representing the Azure Phoenix Clan, spoke with a somber tone, "We knew the price of defending Skyhaven City. It doesn\'t make it easier, but we must endure for the sake of the Azure Continent."

Kaelar, a sense of determination returning to his gaze, addressed the leaders. "Our sacrifices will be remembered, and our strength will be tested. Let us stand firm and see this through."

As the leaders continued to watch the unfolding tragedy through the crystal, the room became a silent witness to the struggle between duty and compassion, a testament to the challenges faced by those burdened with safeguarding the realms of cultivation.

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Back at the border, the colossal demons loomed ever closer, their monstrous forms charging relentlessly toward the hundred-meter wall. The commander, a figure of unwavering determination, turned to his two generals, both seasoned cultivators with realms that echoed their prowess in mid-stage Core Formation.

With a serious expression, the commander addressed his generals, "This is it, people. We will open the gate and fight these demons. They need to get past our bodies before they can destroy this border." His voice carried the weight of responsibility, a stoic resolve that resonated through the ranks.

The two generals, their faces a mirror of determination, nodded in acknowledgment. The commander, with a cultivation base of late-stage Formation Realm, surveyed the defenders and the vast multitude of people within the border. His gaze held a mix of concern and unwavering resolve.

The commander\'s voice rang out across the wall, reaching the ears of the soldiers and cultivators. "Prepare for battle! We stand as the bulwark against this demonic tide."

The soldiers, initially taken aback by the sight of the colossal demons, found renewed vigor in the commander\'s words. A wave of determination swept through the defenders, and their initial shock transformed into a fierce readiness for the impending clash.

As the commander signaled to open the gate, a surge of elemental energy enveloped the defenders. Cultivators from various schools and sects joined forces, creating a formidable array of defensive formations. Water, earth, fire, and wind techniques intertwined, forming a protective barrier that shimmered with ethereal light.

The gate creaked open, revealing a path toward the impending threat. The soldiers, armed with weapons infused with spiritual energy, stood shoulder to shoulder with the cultivators. The air crackled with anticipation as the defenders awaited the onslaught of the colossal demons.

The commander, his eyes focused on the approaching menace, spoke one final rallying cry, "For the eastern territory! For the lives entrusted to us! We fight not just for ourselves but for the future of our people!"

A roar of affirmation echoed from the defenders, a chorus of voices that transcended fear. The clash of elements and the rhythmic thud of demonic footsteps set the stage for an epic confrontation. The commander, flanked by his generals, led the charge as the defenders surged forward, a united front against the towering adversaries.

The colossal demons, their eyes gleaming with malevolence, met the defenders at the gate with an onslaught of dark energy and devastating blows. The clash of powers sent shockwaves through the air, creating an otherworldly spectacle that echoed with the determination of those who stood against the encroaching darkness.

The soldiers, their weapons a dazzling display of spiritual prowess, engaged in combat with the demonic horde. Each swing of a sword, every unleashed technique, carried the weight of countless lives depending on their success. The air crackled with the clash of elements – fire meeting ice, wind countering demonic energy, and water forming a protective barrier against the onslaught.

One of the generals, a master of earth techniques, summoned towering stone walls to impede the demons\' advance. As the colossal beings collided with the unyielding defense, cracks formed in the barriers, revealing the strain of holding back such formidable adversaries.

Amidst the chaos, a group of cultivators specializing in wind techniques created a cyclone that lifted demons off their feet. The wind howled, carrying the demonic entities into disarray, creating an opportunity for the soldiers to strike with precision.

The commander, a beacon of leadership in the heart of the conflict, faced a colossal demon in direct combat. His every move was a testament to the mastery of his late-stage Formation Realm cultivation. The clash between the commander and the demon was a dance of titanic forces, the very essence of the battle embodied in their struggle.

Soldiers fought valiantly, their voices carrying through the chaos. "Hold the line!" shouted one warrior as he parried a demonic attack. "We can\'t let them breach the wall!" cried another, channeling elemental energy to bolster the defense.

The generals, with mid-stage Core Formation realms, coordinated their efforts. One unleashed torrents of water to counter a wave of demonic fire, while the other manipulated earthen spikes to impede the progress of the colossal demons. Their synchronized movements showcased the pinnacle of cultivation expertise.

As the defenders fought with unwavering determination, the sheer number of demons proved overwhelming. For every demonic entity struck down, more seemed to emerge from the shadowy abyss. The ground shook with each demonic footfall, creating an ever-present reminder of the formidable challenge the defenders faced.

The commander, his gaze never faltering, rallied his forces amid the turmoil. "Stand firm!"

Yet, as the battle wore on, the realization set in that the defenders could not indefinitely hold back the demonic tide. The sacrifice in the first defense was apparent, and the weight of that truth pressed heavily on the hearts of those who fought for the survival of Skyhaven City.