We had succeeded in this manner two or three times, slaying nearly 100,000 Zombies. The sentient Zombies among them must have caught on to our strategy, as they had long since withdrawn all the mindless ones from the path. We tried the same trick again, but it failed to lure out many Zombies. Still, no one was discouraged; our goal was to pass through this area, not to kill Zombies.
Consequently, our marching speed was quite rapid, and we were effectively unimpeded. However, I reminded my senior brothers that we must remain vigilant to avoid being surrounded, as those sentient Zombies had already discovered our plan. If they resorted to human-wave tactics, we might not be able to handle them.
I proactively took on the reconnaissance duty myself. Though everyone initially objected, I argued that since I had practiced martial arts since childhood, my physical reflexes were swift, and I would have no trouble escaping. As long as the main force of senior brothers remained steady, having a secure place to return to would be the best outcome.
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