Chapter 27｜The Life-or-Death Game Escalates: The Ultimate Counterattack and Dominating the Hunting Ground

Deep within the woods on the back mountain, sunlight filtered through dense foliage, casting dappled patterns across the forest floor. The air carried the scent of damp earth and fallen leaves, occasionally stirred by a breeze that rustled the branches softly.

Li Xing stood at the center of the formation, surveying the terrain ahead. Zhao Yun positioned himself on the left flank, Desert Eagle in hand, maintaining constant vigilance. Li Yu followed closely behind the central axis, her Type 56 semi-automatic rifle pointed forward. Zhou Xiaoyu lay prone at a higher vantage point, rifle at the ready, scanning for distant movements. Zhou Yan moved low at the rear of the team, hunting knife in hand, securing the rear.

The hunting dog sniffed ahead, tail tucked low, moving cautiously. The entire team worked in seamless coordination, maintaining formation with steady steps.

Deciding the Ultimate Counterattack

Li Xing murmured, “They've tested us several times, learning our movements. But now is our chance to strike back.”

Zhao Yun nodded. “Advance steadily. Don't give them any openings.”

Li Yu gripped her rifle stock. “Hold formation. No rushing.”

Zhou Xiaoyu observed the front from an elevated position: “The ambush point is roughly several dozen meters ahead. Their movements are steady, but their position is somewhat exposed.”

Zhou Yan whispered, “Advance along the ravines and forest lines. Be cautious with every step.”

Li Xing nodded: “Split into two groups. The central axis follows me. The left flank conducts flank reconnaissance. The high ground continues observation. The rear guard provides constant warning.”

The team's roles were clearly defined.

Zhao Yun advanced along the left flank's forest edge, guarding against flanking approaches.

Li Xing and Li Yu moved slowly along the central axis, each step placed carefully on stable leaves to avoid noise.

Zhou Xiaoyu continued observing from the high ground, signaling enemy movements with hand gestures.

Zhou Yan brought up the rear, moving in a low stance. He occasionally crouched to check footprints, ensuring the team's rear security.

The hunting dog led the way, sniffing ahead and maintaining vigilance.

Approaching the Ambush Site

As the team rounded a patch of low shrubs, tree shadows began to shift ahead. Li Xing crouched and whispered, “The enemy spotted us, but they haven't opened fire yet.”

Zhao Yun murmured, “Their movements are professional. They don't seem like amateur hunters.”

Li Yuzhong cautiously advanced along the central axis: “Close in slowly. Stay calm.”

Zhou Xiaoyu signaled: “Three hunters ahead. Coordinated movements. Fully equipped.”

Zhou Yan whispered a warning: “Maintain formation. Watch for flanking.”

The team crept toward the ambush site, each step deliberate to avoid triggering traps.

Head-on confrontation begins

Li Xing signaled the team to spread out and slowly approach the ambush point.

Zhao Yun on the left flank edged forward, gun barrel aimed at the concealed enemies.

Li Yuzhong followed Li Xing closely, scanning every movement in the woods.

Zhou Xiaoyu observed from high ground, signaling changes in enemy movements.

Zhou Yan brought up the rear, ensuring the team wasn't approached from behind.

The enemy ahead finally reacts, slowly adjusting positions forward from their ambush point. They remain cautious, not yet firing.

Li Xing whispers, “Keep advancing. Stay calm.”

Zhao Yun echoes, “Observe the enemy. Decide our next move.”

The team advances steadily.

Li Xing leads the squad along the forest path toward the enemy, maintaining low profiles and formation.

Zhao Yun and Li Yu moved tentatively along the central axis, ensuring clear lines of sight and firing angles.

Zhou Xiaoyu remained at the high vantage point, observing and signaling the team to adjust with hand gestures if any sudden developments occurred.

Zhou Yan brought up the rear, securing the rear and preventing enemy flanking maneuvers.

Throughout the entire process, there was no rashness or exaggerated movements. The five advanced steadily, each step taken with careful deliberation.

Enemy Reaction

The enemy made minor adjustments, attempting flanking approaches using terrain, but the team constantly altered routes to avoid encirclement.

Hunting dogs growled softly, signaling minor obstacles or traps ahead. Li Xing whispered, “Watch your step. Don't trigger traps.”

Zhao Yun lowered his body, muzzle aimed at potential hiding spots. Li Yu stayed close to the central axis, constantly scanning ahead. Zhou Xiaoyu signaled enemy movements with hand gestures. Zhou Yan brought up the rear, reminding the team to maintain formation.

The squad gradually closed in on the ambush site, forcing the enemy to reveal themselves while maintaining low profiles and steady pacing.

Final Approach

After multiple cautious advances, the team finally neared the ambush site.

Li Xing whispered, “Hold formation. Be ready for any sudden developments.”

Zhao Yun nodded. “Stay calm. Hold the formation.”

Li Yu gripped her rifle stock. “Close in slowly.”

Zhou Xiaoyu observed from the high ground. “Their position is exposed. About twenty meters away.”

Zhou Yan whispered. “Be cautious with every step. Watch for ambushes.”

The five moved steadily, the squad gradually closing in on the ambush site, preparing for the final counterattack and dominance of the hunting ground.