The target of the tunnel vent outside the city was very small. It was almost level with the ground, and the hole was not big. In this way, even if one stood very close to it, it would be difficult to find any abnormalities, let alone standing on the city wall and observing from a distance.
However, Altik had basically determined the direction of the tunnel. At the same time, he had the help of binoculars in his hand. In this way, it was relatively easy to find the small vent hole.
"These little black dots are very suspicious! They should be the vent holes of the tunnel. They are really well hidden! I really can't see them without binoculars. "
Altik gently put down the binoculars and said with a sudden realization.
"Little black dots, where are they?"
"My Lord, let us have a look too!"
Several of his subordinates were a little envious and said.
Altik handed the binoculars to one of his subordinates, turned to the guard, and ordered, "Go and get that large binoculars."
Several of his subordinates looked out of the city cautiously as if they had found a treasure. They soon found a few little black dots on a straight line outside the city. Moreover, the distribution of these little black dots was quite regular. It was very suspicious at first glance.
"Oh! There are really little black dots. If we don't use binoculars, we can't see them at all! It seems that they are the vent holes of the tunnel. "
"Yes, the enemy's tunnel is right in front of us. This is easy. We already know where the enemy's tunnel is. Are we afraid that we can't deal with them?"
"Dig from the inside. Drown them with water and smoke them to death."
A group of subordinates said excitedly. They seemed very excited.
Not long after, the subordinates carried the large binoculars up the city wall and set up the tripod.
Because the large binoculars had a high technical requirement, the technicians of the Tang dynasty taught them for a long time before they learned how to use it correctly. In addition to using it, they also needed to carry out necessary maintenance to prolong its lifespan.
Altik had personally participated in learning with the technicians, so he was very familiar with the use of large binoculars and could use them skillfully.
When he used the binoculars just now, he had already found the little black dots in the distance, but he could not see them very clearly. Therefore, he had to use more powerful binoculars to see these little black dots thoroughly.
"Bamboo pole, so it's a bamboo pole!"
Through the careful observation of the high-powered binoculars, Altik very clearly saw these black dots, and very easily determined that these black dots were a small section of the bamboo pole exposed.
His subordinates quickly came over to observe and saw a small section of the bamboo pole.
"City Lord, it seems that we are 100% sure that the enemy's tunnel is right in front of us. We can start digging from inside the city."
One of the subordinates said.
Altik frowned and thought for a moment. Then, he said, "We now know the location of the tunnel the enemy is digging. It will be easy to destroy the enemy's plan. However, we can only eliminate a small number of the soldiers digging the tunnel. We won't be able to cause much damage to the enemy. Furthermore, the enemy has a large number of soldiers and horses. They will think of other ways to attack the city."
"The City Lord wants us to pretend that we don't know anything and think of a way to kill more enemy soldiers. But it's a little difficult to do that!"
"Yes! City Lord, if we allow the enemy soldiers to enter the city, the city will fall once our troops are unable to hold them off! "
Several of his subordinates said worriedly.
Altik said with a smile, "This is a risky move. There is a certain degree of danger, but as long as we succeed, we will be able to eliminate the enemy's elite forces. This is a rare opportunity. We must not miss it."
"City Lord, if that's the case, then we must plan carefully. There must not be any loopholes. Otherwise, the consequences will be very serious."
"City Lord, let's discuss it properly! Let's see how we should deploy the troops. "
Several of his subordinates said.
After discovering the enemy's intention to attack, there were two methods that could be used. One was to directly dig a tunnel and fight with the enemy. Then, after the tunnel was dug through, they would pour water or smoke into the tunnel to eliminate the enemy soldiers digging the tunnel. The other method was to beat the enemy at their own game and allow the enemy to dig the tunnel into the city. Then, they would deploy a large number of elite troops at the exit of the tunnel. Once the enemy's elite troops entered the city, they would immediately eliminate them and obtain a better result.
The first method was more reliable and safer. As long as the tunnel was destroyed, the enemy's plan to use the tunnel to enter the city would be completely ruined. The second method, although there was a certain degree of danger, could also obtain a better result. After all, the damage done to the enemy by destroying the tunnel was too small. If the enemy's elite troops were allowed to enter the city, they would be able to eliminate more enemy soldiers in one fell swoop and obtain a better result.
Altik wanted to use the second method to eliminate more of the enemy's active forces, thus weakening the enemy's ability to attack the city. This would be beneficial for the defense of the city.
Before using the second method, they had to understand the enemy's possible plans so that they would be in an invincible position. This required them to do some detailed research.
"City Lord, after the enemy's tunnel enters the city, they will definitely choose a relatively hidden location. Then, they will use the night to send an elite troop to sneak into the city. This troop that has entered the city will very likely launch an attack at the city gates and receive the main force outside the city to enter the city. From there, they will capture the city in one fell swoop."
"In this way, the main force of the enemy will gather outside the city after the elite troops enter the city. After the elite troops take control of the city gates, they will kill their way into the city in one fell swoop."
"City Lord, our elite troops can lie in ambush on both sides of the city gates. As long as the enemy's elite troops launch a surprise attack at the city gates, we can eliminate them in one fell swoop. At the same time, the other two groups of troops will kill their way into the tunnel and prevent the troops outside from continuing to enter the city through the tunnel."
"As a precaution, we must deploy most of the elite troops in the city and deploy them near the city gates and the tunnel to ensure that we can eliminate the enemy's elite troops."
All of the subordinates gave their own opinions.
They were very clear in their hearts that only if their elite troops could defeat the enemy's elite troops that entered the city could Altik's plan succeed. If the deployed troops could not defeat the enemy troops that entered the city, then the city would really be breached and Altik would be completely finished.
Therefore, even though he had already made a decision, Altik's heart was still very nervous. It could be said that he was extremely nervous. He was afraid that a single mistake would cause irreparable consequences.
After repeated consideration by Altik and his subordinates, they finally decided on a specific plan of action. In order to ensure that nothing goes wrong, Altik deployed 10,000 troops near the tunnel entrance. Moreover, they were all the most elite troops. The remaining main forces in the city were not far from the tunnel entrance and could provide support at any time.
"Half of the elite forces in the city are deployed nearby. All the city gates have also been strengthened. The enemy's sneak attack through the tunnel will definitely not succeed. Don't worry, City Lord!"
"City Lord, we have mobilized all the elite forces. There will definitely be no problem. This battle will definitely eliminate the enemy's elite troops."
"City Lord, we will personally lead the troops. We will definitely not let the enemy break through the city gates."
Several of his subordinates had also made up their minds.
Altik nodded and said, "Go and prepare! Make sure you are well prepared. Go quickly. "
After giving the order, Altik continued to look outside the city. He began to think about the possible consequences of his decision.
Soon, all the gates of Maia City were heavily guarded to ensure the absolute safety of the city walls. At the same time, the soldiers in charge of eavesdropping did not let down their guard. Only the few eavesdropping points closest to the tunnel entrance were dismantled and restored. The rest of the eavesdropping points were still there to prevent the enemy from having other tunnels.
At the same time, Artik also gave three binoculars to a few of his most trusted subordinates who knew how to use them. He asked them to observe all day long and monitor every movement outside the city from all directions of the city wall. Not only did they have to monitor the enemy's troops, but they also had to monitor the land outside the city to see if they could find any more small bamboo poles. From there, they could determine whether the enemy had other tunnels. If the enemy had more than one tunnel route, then his plan had to be changed. After all, he had already deployed half of his elite troops to one tunnel entrance. If the enemy had three or four tunnel routes, then they would not have enough manpower. They could only choose to deploy troops in one location and use the strategy of destroying the tunnels in the other locations.
While the soldiers inside the city were making ample preparations, outside the city, Ziyad was still immersed in his fantasies of taking Maia City.
"General, our tunnel has already reached the base of the walls. We'll soon reach Maia City."
A subordinate reported this good news to Ziyad.
Seiyad said happily, "That's great. Let the soldiers continue digging. By the way, tell them to be careful. The closer they are to the city, the more dangerous it will be for them. Once they alert the enemies inside, our plan will be ruined."
"General, be at ease. We will definitely be careful."
The subordinate replied.
"Right, the tunnel goes under the moat. It won't leak, right?"
Ziyad asked in concern.
The subordinate replied, "General, be at ease. We dug very deep before we got close to the moat. There won't be any leaks."
"It's fine as long as it won't leak. Have the soldiers work harder so that we can dig through by tonight. Go!"
Ziyad dismissed his subordinates and went to see Abu Muslim. He wanted to inform Abu Muslim of his plan.
"What? They've already dug to the base of the walls? So fast."
Abu Muslim was rather surprised and could only sigh at the speed at which the soldiers were digging.
"General, the soldiers are very motivated, so they're naturally digging rather quickly. They'll definitely reach the city by tonight. This general feels that tonight is the best night to take the city."
Ziyad said.
"Taking the city tonight? That's a good idea! Tell me about the plan! "
Abu Muslim asked.
Ziyad hurriedly explained his plan.
Abu Muslim nodded and said, "Good, truly wonderful. Let's do it this way. Tonight, our army will feign attacks on three sides and work with the main force and elite soldiers to take Maia City."
"Yes, General. I'll go and prepare."
Ziyad happily replied.
The majority of the soldiers outside the city were ready to attack Maia City at any moment.
Within Maia City, Altik and several of his subordinates were listening in front of a water tank. Even though the closest points had been dismantled, they could still hear the sounds of digging from a great distance. Moreover, they could use the sounds to determine where the enemy had dug.
"City Lord, it seems that the enemy's tunnels will reach the city by tonight! The battle might begin tonight. Our army needs to be fully prepared, "one of his subordinates said.
Wang Chong nodded.
"The enemy's tunnels have already reached the city, so there really is a chance that they will attack the city tonight. Go to the walls and keep watch. See if there's any activity outside the city."
"City Lord, the enemy is mobilizing on a large scale."
One of his subordinates hurriedly ran over to report the situation.
"It seems like there's no mistake. The enemy really is about to attack the city. Have the soldiers prepare for battle. We'll go to the walls and take a look."
Altik gave the order and began to walk up to the walls.
Standing on the walls, Altik began to use his binoculars to observe the situation in the distance. He saw the enemy mobilizing their troops.
"A great battle is about to begin. Have the soldiers at the city gates tighten their security. We must defend the city."
Altik gave the order.
The soldiers inside the city began to prepare for battle. The army outside the city was also ready to attack the city. A great battle was about to break out.
"General, three thousand warriors are ready to go. They will definitely be able to cooperate with the main force to break through the city gates."
The subordinate looked at Ziyad and reported loudly.
Ziyad nodded with satisfaction and said, "The tunnels are about to be dug out. Once the tunnels are dug out, your three thousand soldiers will immediately enter the city through the tunnels. One thousand soldiers will attack the city gates. The remaining two groups of soldiers will occupy the important places in the city and cooperate with the main force to attack Maia City."
"Yes, General."
The subordinate replied loudly.
"General, the tunnels have been dug out. The entrance to the tunnels is in a deserted courtyard. There are only a few beggars inside. They have already been taken care of by our soldiers."
"That's great. How many people can the courtyard hold?"
Ziyad asked excitedly.
"The courtyard is not big. It can only hold five hundred people at most."
The subordinate replied.
Ziyad nodded and said, "Five hundred people is enough. As long as our elite warriors gather to five hundred people, they can cooperate with the main force to attack the city gates. The rest of the soldiers will not need to gather. They can just charge at the city gates."
"Yes, General."
The subordinate replied.
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