Tang Zhong's complexion was ashen. In front of him was the convoy that was being attacked. However, the location had changed, and the scale of the convoy had also increased. Tang Zhong's complexion was even more ugly compared to the last time.
Last time, Tang Zhong already knew that Zhao Hai was eyeing their supply route. Because of this, he activated the backup route. He didn't allow people to transport food to this route. He always thought that once Zhao Hai saw that there was no food here, he wouldn't care about this route. Instead, he would focus on the three routes that were attacked. But now, it seems like he still underestimated Zhao Hai.
Although only two of the routes were attacked, the result was almost the same as the last time. The amount of food they lost was almost the same, but the number of people they lost was even more than the last time. After two attacks, there were no survivors. More than 35 thousand people died, and more than 350 Sky Dance Realm experts died.
To be honest, this number of casualties was something that even they couldn't bear. 350 Sky Dance Realm experts died just like that. Tang Zhong couldn't help but be angry.
At this time, a person came to Tang Zhong's side and said, "General, I found a mark. It seems like it was left by one of our people. He should still be alive, but he surrendered."
When Tang Zhong heard this, his complexion became better. He said, "Confirm it, then find a way to get in touch with him."
The person nodded and said, "General, rest assured. Although Zhao Hai destroyed the Alliance, there were still some disciples who managed to escape. They now want to destroy Zhao Hai in order to take revenge. We've already contacted them, they can pass on information. Moreover, our people took the initiative to surrender. From the traces, it seems like Zhao Hai sealed their cultivation. This means that they won't be in any danger for the time being, which gives us an opportunity."
Tang Zhong nodded and said, "After contacting our people, tell them not to worry. First, they need to gain Zhao Hai's trust. Then they can pass on information to us. Since they just surrendered, Zhao Hai will certainly be on guard against them. Tell them to be careful and not make any mistakes."
The person nodded. Tang Zhong looked at the burnt carriages and thought for a moment before he said, "Let's return to the camp." Then his figure moved as he flew towards the camp.
Before long, Tang Zhong and the others returned to the camp. After returning to the camp, Tang Zhong called all the Generals to the central tent. The Generals' faces were somewhat ugly as they arrived at the central tent.
After everyone sat down, Tang Zhong said, "Two batches of food have been burned, and now the camp is somewhat unstable. We can't wait here any longer, so we will withdraw tomorrow. If we continue to wait here, we will die. It would be better to retreat and shorten our supply line. Zhao will not let go of this opportunity. They will definitely chase after us, and when the time comes, their supply line will be stretched out. Our disadvantage will become our advantage, and their advantage will become our disadvantage. What do you think?"
What do you think? "Everyone nodded. After two batches of provisions were burnt, the camp was indeed unstable. Retreating at this time was indeed the best choice.
Tang Zhong looked at everyone and said, "Alright, pass down the order. Tomorrow, we'll retreat. General Wu, you'll take 50 thousand people as the rear guard. Remember, maintain the formation and retreat slowly. If Zhao Hai dares to chase after us, then defend. We'll immediately return to support you."
The person Tang Zhong called out was someone from the Wu Clan of the Sacred Academy. However, the Wu Clan had already taken control of a city-state. General Wu was a disciple of the Wu Clan, he was very talented in commanding. Because of this, Tang Zhong decided to let him stay behind. At this time, Tang Zhong was more willing to trust the people of the Sacred Academy. This was because compared to others, the people of the Sacred Academy didn't want to lose this war.
General Wu didn't say anything, he directly stood up and cupped his fist towards Tang Zhong, "Yes, General. Please rest assured."
Tang Zhong nodded, then he said, "Alright, everyone go and prepare. If we're going to retreat tomorrow, then we'll need to prepare a lot of things. Right, remember, if we can't take the camp, then we'll burn it down. We'll also learn from the Sacred Academy Alliance." The generals nodded, then they turned around and left.
With such a big movement in the Sacred Academy's camp, how could Zhao Hai and the others not know about it? Zhao Hai led all the generals to the city wall and looked at the camp.
A general said with uncertainty, "They're retreating? They're retreating just like that? "
Zhao Hai smiled faintly and said, "They have no choice but to retreat. We've burned their provisions twice, it's impossible for the ordinary soldiers in the camp to not know about it. Naturally, they would panic. After all, without provisions, they wouldn't have anything to eat. I think that the soldiers in the camp must be very nervous. When the Sacred Academy's commander saw this, he knew that waiting wouldn't do them any good. Therefore, they simply retreated. Once they retreated, our people would advance. This way, our supply line would be lengthened while their supply line would be shortened. We wouldn't be able to threaten their supplies and they would be able to face us head-on."
Everyone nodded, then a general said, "From the looks of it, they should have left yesterday. Alliance Lord, why don't we chase them tomorrow? Even if they have people covering their backs, as long as we're careful, we won't be ambushed."
Zhao Hai shook his head and said, "There's no need, there's no need for that. They'll certainly have people covering their backs. Moreover, their camp will certainly be burned down. Hehe, we don't need to be in a hurry to chase after them. If they leave tomorrow, then we'll leave the city and fill up the trenches and pits outside first. Then we'll slowly advance."
Everyone nodded, naturally they wouldn't oppose Zhao Hai's words. Zhao Hai looked for a moment before he said, "There's nothing to see, it's just a group of people packing their things. Let's go back, everyone." Everyone nodded, then they followed Zhao Hai back to the City Lord's Mansion.
After everyone sat down inside the City Lord's Mansion, Zhao Hai looked at everyone and said, "We've already planned this. After they retreat, our army will slowly press forward. If they give up on the defensive line, then we'll ambush them halfway. There's no problem with this plan. Alright, let's go back and take a rest." Everyone nodded and then turned around to leave. Zhao Hai nodded and said, "Alright, let's go back and rest."
Zhao Hai left Shi Chui behind, then he turned to Shi Chui and said, "Where are the surrendered Sky Dance Experts locked up?"
Shi Chui replied, "They're locked up in the city's prison. Young Master, I think we should just kill them. What's the point of keeping them alive? I feel that these guys aren't sincere in surrendering. "
Zhao Hai smiled faintly and said, "If they aren't sincere in surrendering, then let them be. Go, bring them to the City Lord's Mansion, I want to see them alone." Shi Chui nodded, then he turned around and left. Before long, all the surrendered Sky Dance Experts were brought to the City Lord's Mansion.
Zhao Hai emptied a courtyard in the City Lord's Mansion, then he brought all the people inside. The courtyard was guarded by Shi Chui as Zhao Hai entered the courtyard alone. This courtyard wasn't very big, it had a bit of a dilapidated feeling. At this time, there were more than a dozen Sky Dance Experts standing in the courtyard. These people were all brought back by Zhao Hai's team. The other team didn't leave any captives behind, they just directly slaughtered them.
When Zhao Hai entered the courtyard, the people immediately became well-behaved. Each and every one of them lowered their heads and stood there obediently. Zhao Hai looked at their appearance, then he smiled faintly and said, "Since you've surrendered, then you're one of us. But now, you have to take a final test. As long as you pass this test, then you'll be one of us. How about it? Do you dare to take the test? "
When the surrendered Sky Dance Experts heard Zhao Hai, they couldn't help but look at each other. Then they nodded and said, "We're willing to take the test."
Zhao Hai nodded, then he turned to the crowd and said, "Alright, now close your eyes and relax your body. This test might be a bit painful, but it'll be fine after a while. Relax." Zhao Hai's voice seemed to have some kind of magical power, these people unconsciously relaxed their bodies.
At this time, Zhao Hai's hand moved, then more than a dozen slave formations were thrown out and imprinted on the bodies of these people. These people immediately issued miserable screams. When Shi Chui heard these screams, he couldn't help but sneer as he muttered, "Reckless fellows, you still want to deceive the Young Master, you deserve to suffer."
Before long, the miserable screams in the courtyard disappeared. Then Zhao Hai's voice was heard, "Alright, Shi Chui, you can come in. Take them away and teach them some rules. Also, make them explain why they came and who they contacted. This time, we'll be fishing properly." Shi Chui nodded, then he walked into the courtyard and took the pale-faced people to the courtyard. Then he removed the restrictions on their bodies, allowing them to regain their freedom. Shi Chui was very clear that these people were now his own people.
Looking at Shi Chui leading these people away, Zhao Hai smiled faintly and muttered, "This guy is quite interesting. Haha, good. I'll dig out all these vermin and catch them all in one fell swoop. This way, they won't come out and cause trouble in the future."
After he said that, Zhao Hai slowly walked out of the courtyard and returned to his tent to deal with the alliance's matters. Before long, Stonehammer arrived at the tent and said, "Young Master, I've asked them about it. Someone did contact them, but they don't know who it is. However, they do know that the person who contacted them was someone from the alliance. It seems like they managed to slip through the net, what do we do now?" Stonehammer nodded and said, "Young Master, I've asked them about it.
Zhao Hai nodded and said, "Let them go. Have them be honest for a while. After a while, have them think of a way to send back information. You can control what information they send. Some unimportant information can be true, but some important information must be false. Remember, they can only send false information once, and it can only be used at the most critical moment. After that, they will be exposed." Zhao Hai nodded and said, "Don't worry.
Shi Chui nodded, then he cupped his fist towards Zhao Hai before he turned around and left.
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