The next morning, at the mountain pass.
"The Yan people have divided their forces into multiple combat units. Taking advantage of the complex terrain here, they are advancing covertly. The ambush points that our army originally set up will eventually be discovered, and we will inevitably be attacked by their group."
"But that's not what I want to see. Complex terrain allows the enemy to conduct covert operations, and we can use it to our advantage as well!"
Inside the camp, Kyle, his face calm, was giving final instructions to the soldiers who were about to enter the mountainous terrain for combat:
"You are all experts in mountain warfare with ample combat experience. Enzos was once the training ground for our mountain infantry division, but from now on, this place has become a real battlefield."
"We will not allow them to conduct reconnaissance here with impunity. Once they have a complete grasp of the terrain, our defense system will be severely damaged. Therefore, you must have enough courage and decisive action to deliver a heavy blow to the enemy during their advance and completely disrupt their offensive tactics."
Upon hearing this, Dingle, standing beside him, frowned deeply. Looking at the soldiers who had been organized into multiple combat groups, he knew that the upcoming battle would severely test their endurance.
Yes, endurance, because in addition to facing the Yan people, they also need to face the harsh environment. Although they are all infantrymen who are good at mountain warfare, Dingle is still worried about this, after all, the enemy seems to be very good at it as well.
Kyle's lecture continued:
"Stop their momentum, disrupt their offensive system, and the dispersed enemy forces will be severely weakened. At the appropriate time, you will also need to penetrate deep behind enemy lines to locate the enemy command posts and logistics units. Once these key points are captured, the Yan Kingdom's offensive system will completely collapse!"
Upon hearing this, Verri's eyes burned with fervor. He could imagine that once the enemy's offensive route was cut off, their combat units would be overwhelmed, and once they found and destroyed the enemy's command post, victory would be within reach.
Sure enough, just as Verri was thinking this, Kyle continued:
"This is certainly a more difficult task, but this is our territory. We know every blade of grass and every piece of terrain better than anyone else. There's no reason to let those Yan people run rampant here!"
At this point, Kyle suddenly clenched his fist and shouted, "Seize the opportunity, launch a fierce attack, and use flanking maneuvers to cut this battlefield in half. The Yan people will surely be defeated!"
"Behind us, there are even more troops preparing. This will be our greatest guarantee. You must all remember this! This is our battlefield, and here we will show the might of the Goths!"
"The Imperial Eagle can take flight anytime, anywhere, and so should we!"
"Defeat them and bring us victory!"
With that final, inspiring roar, the soldiers, though silent in response, all wore resolute expressions.
"Set off!"
As the final clarion call fell, the army, led by several officers, immediately descended the mountain and dispersed into pre-arranged battle groups, gradually disappearing into the dense mountain forests.
In response to this operation, Kyle deployed three divisions, which would counter the Yan Army's search in multiple battle groups, while the other two divisions were left at the pass, ready to provide support at any time.
Meanwhile, as the sun rose higher and higher, around nine o'clock in the morning, Qin Ze leisurely led his army onto the road into the mountains.
Multiple combat groups have been deployed along both sides of the main road surrounding Cornflower Avenue. In the previous orders, Qin Ze instructed the soldiers to consolidate their positions after clearing out one area. Therefore, the eight-kilometer-long mountain route that had already been cleared of ambushes was basically safe.
However, the terrain here is vast, and it is impossible to explore all the areas further away on both sides of the main road. But this will not have a big impact, since the Goths could not suddenly attack from tens of kilometers away. The rugged mountain environment restricts everyone.
After entering the mountains, Qin Ze did not order the soldiers to rush, but instead slowly advanced along the main road, even placing the artillery battalion carrying heavy weapons at the forefront.
At eleven o'clock, after reaching a hillside, Qin Ze received a message from the communications soldier:
"Your Majesty, our army has now crossed the river below the enemy's position from yesterday. Ahead of the river lies a valley of higher terrain, where we suspect enemy troops may be lying in ambush. Therefore, we have slowed our advance and will need more time to scout the area."
Upon hearing this, Qin Ze looked up and saw a series of undulating hills in front of him, and the road he was currently traveling on had become winding and tortuous in a short while.
"Bring me the telescope."
As soon as he finished speaking, the soldier next to him immediately handed him a scope.
Qin Ze took the binoculars and saw a towering mountain standing in the distance, its peak still covered in snow. Even a day and a half of intense sunlight had not melted the snow there, demonstrating the thickness of its ice layer.
"It seems that's the most difficult place we'll conquer on this trip," Qin Ze said, pointing to the mountain peak.
"Yes, Your Majesty. We have observed from various high points on the mountains, and the information we currently have indicates that the place you pointed out is the most dangerous."
"I believe the enemy must have deployed a large number of troops there."
"However, the front line that our army is currently exploring is quite a distance from there. It will probably take several more days to reach that area."
Qin Ze nodded slightly, then lowered the binoculars and looked around. Since they were currently at the top of the slope, there was nothing to cover them, and the rolling mountains in front of them were not enough to completely conceal the army.
“We’re here, they should be able to see us,” Qin Ze suddenly said.
The communications soldier looked up at the mountain peak and then said in a deep voice, "Yes, our troops are advancing along the main road, and can be detected by the enemy within a certain range."
"But as we went further, the terrain became even more undulating, with countless valleys, slopes, and dense forests providing cover, making it impossible for the enemy to see our entire army."
Qin Ze smiled and said, "That's enough."
"The sunlight is strong today, and the visibility is exceptionally clear. Tell the troops ahead not to rush forward, but to find a suitable place to rest for the time being."
"But be wary of possible enemy attacks, and let them move after nightfall."
"Yes, Your Majesty! Then we should also slow down?" the communications officer asked.
"Yes, after noon we'll find a suitable place to set up camp, but we need to be careful in choosing the location. We must set up camp in a place that can conceal the entire army."
"Yes, Your Majesty!" The communications soldier immediately accepted the order and left.
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