But just as victory seemed within reach, a sudden shift occurred. Lord Jiao, realizing that he was losing ground, unleashed a hidden reserve of troops he had kept in reserve. The unexpected reinforcements surged into the fray, catching the Crimson Shadows off guard.
Xia, still locked in battle with Lord Jiao, felt a surge of doubt wash over her as she saw the tide of battle shift once more. "What are we going to do?" she thought, her heart racing as the numbers against them swelled.
But just as despair began to creep in, she remembered the words of her comrades. They had faced countless challenges together, and they had always emerged stronger. With renewed determination, Xia pushed forward, delivering a powerful strike that knocked Lord Jiao off balance.
"Now is not the time to falter!" she shouted to herself, her voice filled with conviction. "We fight for our people!"