Su Cheng stood with his hands behind his back, pondered for a moment, and then spoke.

“The Eastern lady is right, but the army is pressing in with the intention of a rapid attack, while the enemy has retreated into the city with the intention of a slow defense.”

Li Shiyao nodded in agreement: "Miss Dongfang is right~"

"But according to Miss Dongfang's idea, even if we take the city, it will inevitably cause hardship and cost to the people. It is hard to guarantee that Naluo'an will not defend the city to the death, turning it into a siege."

Li Shiyao bit her finger, pretending to be deep in thought: "Yes, we must defend the city to the death!"

"The more bargaining chips you have in negotiations, the better. In my opinion, attacking the city is the best strategy."

Li Shiyao understood!

"Yes, yes! The more the better!"

Dongfang Jue was amused. Even though Second Grandma didn't understand, she still wanted to join in and play with everyone.

Dongfang Jue only had a vague understanding, but he nodded in agreement. In short, attacking the city was the right thing to do.

"Instead of hoping that the other party will change their mind, it is better to take the decision-making power into your own hands."

Dongfang Jue nodded, having understood some of it after listening.

If a direct assault is launched, then Su Cheng won't need to offer any advice. Sect Leader Su has already helped him a great deal, and the current situation is entirely thanks to Sect Leader Su.

"Jue'er thanks Headmaster Su for his guidance."

Su Cheng smiled and spoke as well.

"I reckon the city gate tower will be a tough nut to crack!"

“I have a method that requires only thirty armored soldiers and twenty light cavalry to break through the city gate.”

In fact, according to Su Cheng's estimates, if they launched a strong attack, even if they outnumbered the enemy several times over, the Zhenbei Army would still suffer more than half of its casualties against such an impregnable fortress.

The best strategy is to attack the enemy's plans; the next best is to disrupt their alliances. Attacking is necessary, but it must be done strategically; one cannot act recklessly.

At this moment, Dongfang Jue's eyes were just like Li Shiyao's when she saw snacks; the anticipation in her eyes was almost overflowing.

Upon hearing this, Li Shiyao was displeased!

"Shiyao has a method that only requires twenty armored soldiers and one grilled fish to break through the city gate!"

Although Li Shiyao didn't understand, breaking through the city gate was not a problem for her!

Su Cheng and Dongfang Jue exchanged a glance, and a good idea also came to mind!

Hehe~

He then spoke up, saying, "Shiyao, there are no jokes in the army. Since you've spoken, then it's up to you!"

Dongfang Jue was stunned. Sect Leader Su, are you serious?

As for Li Shiyao, she was still completely bewildered. Since her master had entrusted her with the task, she didn't know how to do it, but she thought it should be alright.

Then she looked at Dongfang Jue and said, "Jue'er, don't worry. I trust Shiyao. Since Shiyao has spoken, she must be confident. Jue'er doesn't need to worry."

Dongfang Jue thought to himself, although twenty armored soldiers are not many, if we fail, it will most likely alert the enemy.

But Su Cheng remained completely calm, because just now, he had a great idea!

The saying goes, "A soldier must use an unexpected move." Even you yourself probably wouldn't have thought of such an unexpected move!

Dongfang Jue looked at Su Cheng with a hint of doubt, but Su Cheng's eyes were only on her personal disciple, Li Shiyao.

She didn't have many thoughts at the moment. Since Sect Leader Su said he could help her break through the city, she wouldn't doubt it.

At this moment, she only felt envy and jealousy towards Li Shiyao. Why could this silly girl get Su Cheng?

If in the past she envied Li Shiyao for being lucky enough to be accepted into the Lingxian Palace, now she envied Su Cheng's gaze towards Li Shiyao even more.

Even with fine clothes and a high position, this was something she never had.

"Shiyao, you can choose any of the soldiers outside the tent. The grilled fish will be served shortly. I wonder what your plans are?"

Li Shiyao didn't have any plan. Her plan was to finish eating the grilled fish, knock on the door to see if the other person would open it, and if not, she would bang on the door.

Li Shiyao didn't hide anything and spoke frankly.

"Just open the door, Shiyao, go knock on the door. If you don't open it, Shiyao will tear the door down."

This is the style of Lingxian Palace, which is straightforward. Thinking back to when Ye Qinghan and I were solving puzzles in the secret realm, it was also by opening a door.

My senior colleague isn't good at deciphering code, but she's good at solving problems.

As the saying goes, "One who stays near vermilion gets stained red, and one who stays near ink gets stained black." After spending a lot of time with her senior sister, Li Shiyao also became good at solving problems from the root.

If there's no door, then there's no need to open it, right?

"Does Sect Leader Su think so too?"

Su Cheng looked at Li Shiyao and chuckled, "I believe in Shiyao, breaking through the city won't be a problem."

Dongfang Jue couldn't help but check Li Shiyao's personal information.

Name: Li Shiyao

[Race: Human Saintess]

Gender: Female

[Identity/Social Background: Second disciple of Lingxian Palace, Holy Maiden]

[Cultivation Level/Cultivation Technique: Mid-Foundation Establishment Stage 4/No Permissions]

[Possessing magical treasures: Primordial Chaos Bell (Transformed and Reforged Version), Bewitching Heart Bell (Mythical Equipment Lv20), ■■ Jade Pendant (Immortal-Rank Supreme), Myriad Manifestations Jade Gourd (Immortal-Rank Supreme), Graceful Flowing Light Dress (Immortal-Rank Supreme)]

[Favorability: 100%]

[Hazard Assessment Level: Moderate]

Aside from an increase in cultivation level, there were basically no changes. However, this time, Dongfang Jue's system was upgraded again.

You can check the other party's danger assessment level. Basically, except for that Flower-Seeking Immortal, the others are safe.

As for the assessment of the Immortal Venerable Seeking Flowers and Willows, he is no longer within the scope of the ranking.

The information about the Immortal Seeking Flowers and Willows is as follows...

【Name: ■■■·Gu Ai】

[Gender/Race/Age: Female/No Permission/No Permission]

[Physicality: Demigod-like body, no authority]

[Favorability: 100%]

[Danger Level: Extremely Dangerous - Do Not Contact]

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