What Lies at the End of Deceit is the 445th chapter of the Kingdom manga, written and illustrated by Yasuhisa Hara.
Summary
As the Hi Shin Unit descends into the thick forest, their formation is being messed up as they double up to their destination.
Kyou Kai is being sent to scout the front as they marched towards the central hill.
Ten reminds them that the central hill the deciding factor to this war. Whoever is able to control it determines the outcome of this war and whether Qin is able to take it without bloodshed is determined by the actions of Hi Shin Unit.
As they passed by the first hill nearer to Qin, they decided not to take it as that is the job the right Qin army. Their job now is to march to the front lines.
They then encountered an ambush. Shin pulled Ten away to her safety as arrows were fired from the bush, killing some soldiers and injuring Ten. Ka Ryo Ten hid behind a tree and gave command to the archers to return fire and shield-bearers to protect the rest of the army.
As the arrows stopped, Shin brought some soldiers into the bush to retaliate, only to be ambushed again by spear soldiers hiding in the bush. Ka Ryo Ten ordered the men to retreat but Ba Tei appeared and went for Shin.
As the men were retreating, Shin ordered them to stand their ground as showing their backs to the enemy is dangerous. They should instead fight off the enemies there while waiting for reinforcements.
As they were regrouping, they noticed the hill nearby was taken by the Zhao forces.