After the meeting, the war machine of the territory began to operate efficiently.
The Marquis of Lian Province issued a martial law of the first rank, and all cities at all levels were under curfew. The city gate only allowed entry, but not exit. The relay station was sealed, and no messages were sent.
Through the hummingbird system, the general's order was sent to all the divisions.
The 1st Division received the order and immediately set off, leaving the Western City Barracks. The Second Division retreated from the Northern Barracks. Before they retreated, the Northern Barracks were destroyed. The Third Division was stationed in the eastern camp of the city, waiting for an opportunity to strike. The Fourth Division withdrew from Southern Guard Pass and quietly assembled in Mulan City.
The City Guard Division was responsible for the construction of Shanhai City's defenses.
The war had not yet begun, but the scouts of both sides were already fighting on the grassland. Other than the spies from the Military Intelligence Division, there were also scouts from the Second Division and the City Guard Division.
In terms of horseback riding and archery, the grassland cavalry was naturally superior, but in terms of scouting, the grassland allied forces were no match for the professionally trained scouts of Shanhai City.
The grassland allied army's every move could not escape the eyes of the scouts. The important intelligence of the enemy was transmitted to the Shanhai City High Command in a timely and efficient manner by Hummingbird.
Among the members of the Commander-in-Chief, Bai Qi, there was also Du Ruhui, who personally led the War Department of the Military Affairs. After a month of preparation, the framework of the Operations Division was finally set up and unveiled for the first time.
The Chief of Military Affairs, Du Ruhui, had carefully selected a total of twelve members of the War Division. Six of them came from the Quanzhou or Dali armies and had rich combat experience. The other six were students of the School of Military Studies and had rich theoretical knowledge.
The combination of the two complemented each other.
The "War Sage Effect" continued to ferment. Every day, there would be disciples who came because of the fame.
With Ouyang Shuo's instructions, the construction of the Army Martial Lecture Hall was extremely smooth. The basic construction of the school's main body had already been completed. In another half a month, it would be completely completed.
The duty of the War Department was to gather intelligence, formulate battle strategies, and advise on war matters.
With an efficient intelligence network, a high-end staff officer system, and timely logistical support, Du Ruhui was building the Military Office into a sharp weapon for the army. This was also what Ouyang Shuo had always hoped for in the Military Office.
All of this was unimaginable in the eyes of those country bumpkins from the prairie's allied army. At the beginning of the war, the two sides stood in unequal positions.
With the support of the Military Affairs Department, Bai Qi was able to command the troops with greater ease.
On the 7th February of the second year of Gaia, the First Division arrived at Shanhai City.
According to the High Command's arrangement, the First Division was responsible for the defense of Shanhai City District, the City Guard Division was responsible for the defense of Youyi City District, and the Second Division was responsible for the defense of Qiushui City District.
The next day, the vanguard of the grassland army arrived outside Shanhai City. The vanguard consisted of 15,000 cavalry, led by Lakshon, the deputy general of the coalition army.
The army chose to set up camp in the Northern Barracks of the original city, which was across the river from the Youyi District.
Following closely behind the vanguard was the main force led by Dai Qin, who also arrived that afternoon.
Coalition Army Camp.
Dai Qin was a middle-aged man in his thirties. He had a full beard, thick eyebrows, big eyes, a smooth forehead, and five or six braids on the back of his head. He was a typical Mongolian man.
Dai Qin sat boldly at the head of the table. Below him were the main generals of the allied forces. Other than Rakshin, the remaining seven generals each represented a medium-sized tribe. They were basically the generals of their respective tribes.
The grassland army's discussions had always been arbitrary.
Dai Qin looked around and said, "The main objective of tomorrow's battle is to take down the moat. Otherwise, don't even think about it. Who is willing to be the vanguard and lead our army to victory? "
Rakshin immediately stood up and said loudly, "Commander-in-chief, I am willing to go!" The other seven generals did not say anything when they heard Rakshin's request for battle.
Seeing this, Dai Qin's brows furrowed imperceptibly. He deliberately said, "Alright, the vanguard still depends on the heroes of our Sky's Boundary Tribe. I approve!"
As soon as Dai Qin's voice fell, the other seven generals were unhappy and all requested to go to battle.
"Commander-in-chief, I am willing to go!"
"That's right, Commander-in-chief. Leave the vanguard to us, the Heavenly Eagle Tribe!"
"Commander-in-chief, you can't be biased. The Heavenly Rat Tribe is willing to be the vanguard!"
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"Good!" Dai Qin laughed heartily and looked extremely happy. "Since that's the case, General Hari Chagai and Hu Lei Gen will lead a team of 10,000 people as the vanguard to take down the moat."
Hari Chagai was from the Heavenly Eagle Tribe, while Hu Lei Gen was from the Heavenly Rat Tribe.
"Thank you, Commander-in-chief!" The two of them were extremely excited.
"Commander-in-chief!" Rakshin was a little anxious.
Dai Qin waved his hand and stopped Rakshin from speaking further. He said, "This matter has been decided. No further discussion is allowed."
Rakshin looked embarrassed and sat back in his seat, feeling indignant.
Seeing this, Hari Chagai and Hu Lei Gen became even more proud.
After the discussion, all the generals retreated. Only Rakshin remained.
Seeing that Rakshin wanted to say something but was hesitant, Dai Qin regained his calm. His previous cheerfulness disappeared without a trace.
"If you have any questions, just say it. Don't beat around the bush."
"Commander-in-chief, why didn't you let me go to battle?" Rakshin said with dissatisfaction.
Dai Qin had a look of understanding. He pressed his hand down and gestured for Rakshin to calm down. He said, "You, do you know the Khan's purpose in starting this war?"
"Purpose? Isn't it just revenge and the destruction of Shanhai City? "Rakshin did not understand.
"Idiot!" Dai Qin raised his voice. "War is not a game. Our men are not tools for revenge."
Being reprimanded by Dai Qin, Rakshin's face turned red. He said in shame, "Please enlighten me, Commander-in-chief!"
"Rakshin, hatred has not only blinded your eyes, it has also blinded your mind. You weren't this impulsive in the past. "Dai Qin did not give him any face. He continued," Destroying Shanhai City is only the most direct goal. More importantly, the Khan wants to use this war to reestablish the supreme position of our Sky's Limit tribe in the grasslands. "
Rakshasa was shocked, and then he realized something.
"What do we rely on to be the overlord? It's the army. Only when we have the military strength to crush the other tribes can we tame them. Everything else is meaningless. In the first battle tomorrow, we will definitely suffer heavy casualties. Your subordinates are leading the elite army of our tribe. How can we go into battle so easily? "Dai Qin continued.
Rakshin's heart turned cold. Dai Qin wanted to use this war to weaken the military strength of the other tribes. Thinking of the Khan's deep eyes, Rakshin's heart trembled.
"Commander-in-chief is wise!"
Dai Qin's expression softened slightly. "Alright, go and rest. There are still a few tough battles to come. You will have time to fight. Remember, our conversation just now is limited to just the two of us. Do you understand? "
"Yes!" Rakshin hurriedly promised.
"Go!" Dai Qin waved his hand, picked up the military book on the table, and flipped through it.
Rakshin silently retreated from the tent, his face slightly pale. He felt that the person sitting in the tent was a ferocious beast that would devour humans, but he was wearing the clothes of a sheep.
February 9th, the sun rose, and the world was dyed blood red.
The monsoon wind blew from the canyon, bringing with it the smell of the salty sea of the North Bay.
Early in the morning, the allied army's camp began to bustle. Since yesterday, the army of fifty thousand had been mobilized. They dug out large amounts of soil from the grasslands and packed it in straw bags woven from hay.
The bags of soil piled up into a small hill on the empty ground in front of the army camp. It was a spectacular sight.
In front of the army camp, a team of ten thousand people was ready. They were today's vanguard.
The two generals, Hari Chagai and Hu Leigen, rode at the front of the team on their warhorses, looking high-spirited.
They were making their final preparations before the battle.
"Sons of the Heavenly Eagle Tribe, the Commander-in-chief has given us this mission because he recognizes our bravery. Today's battle must be fought beautifully, do you hear me? "Hari Chagai was the first to speak.
"Buhe Gaha!"
Hu Leigen was not to be outdone. He shouted even louder, "Sons of the Heavenly Rat Tribe, let's not talk anymore. Kill the Marquis of Lian Province and overturn Shanhai City!!!"
"Buhe Gaha!"
Their morale was like a rainbow, blotting out the sun.
How could such a scene not make the blood of any man boil?
To the sons of the grasslands, bravery was their highest pursuit.
The honor of being the greatest warrior of the grasslands was greater than their lives.
The soldiers of the other tribes looked envious when they saw this scene.
The soldiers discussed animatedly, secretly blaming their commander for not living up to expectations. He did not get the chance to fight the first battle, letting the Heavenly Eagle Tribe and the Heavenly Rat Tribe steal the lead and steal the limelight.
When the remaining five generals heard the soldiers' discussion, their expressions turned ugly, and they suppressed their anger.
Hu Leigen glanced at Hari Chagai from afar, his eyes full of provocation.
Hari Chagai was naturally unconvinced. He shouted first, "Move out!"
"Buhe Gaha!" The Heavenly Eagle Tribe responded to their commander with the highest honor.
Dai Qin, who was watching from afar, had an indescribable expression on his face.
Rakshin, who was standing beside Dai Qin, could not help but feel sad for Hari Chagai and Hu Leigen. It was unheard of for them to be so happy even though they were being used.
Perhaps the two of them were still grateful to Dai Qin for giving them the chance to make a name for themselves, Rakshin thought maliciously. Thinking of this, Rakshin glanced at Dai Qin, his eyes full of wariness and fear.
Dai Qin did not seem to notice Rakshin's gaze. His expression was calm, like a spring breeze.
Walking out of the military camp, the ten thousand soldiers split into two, led by Hari Chagai and Hu Leigen. Hari Chagai was responsible for the moat on the west side, while Hu Leigen was responsible for the moat on the east side.
This arrangement caused the two generals to secretly compete with each other from the very beginning.
Since ancient times, there was no first place in literature, and no second place in martial arts. Needless to say, the first to conquer the moat would be the bravest warrior of the grasslands.
The mud bags that had been prepared yesterday were carried by the soldiers one by one, ready to be used to fill the moat.
The vast and mighty army was like two black lines, heading straight for the moat.
The great battle had officially begun! (To be continued.)
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