The feeling of hope just kindled and then instantly extinguished is enough to crush the most resilient will, but Fang Hong still endured it silently. He thought of the battle at the Morning Dawn Star, and compared to the despair back then, what was this now? In such a desperate situation, he could find a glimmer of life, and surely he could now too.
After clenching his fist, Fang Hong's thoughts started moving again. He retreated a step, and before the knights could catch up, he immediately changed direction and moved forward.
He abandoned his previous plan without any hesitation.
On the outer city wall side, they should have already received the message from within the fortress. Generally, in these types of military fortress cities, specialized barracks are stationed at different wall sections. By the time he arrives, the other side would have long laid a trap on the walls. Even if he manages to break through temporarily, the other side could follow closely and catch him.
