Chapter 278: Unexpected Attack
After a short rest, the army continued to move forward.
After going around the hills, a vast desert appeared before our eyes.
The golden sand sea shines dazzlingly under the scorching sun, like a golden sea of fire.
The heat waves rising from the sand were daunting.
Bai Li knew that the oasis could only be reached by crossing this desert. She had walked there once last year.
But at that time, Nanny Li took a small path, avoiding the large desert, walking along the edge of the desert, and taking a long detour.
Bai Li was well aware of the dangers of marching in the desert, but in order to reach Simon as quickly as possible and surprise the enemy, she resolutely decided to cross the desert.
She ordered the soldiers to cover their mouths and noses with wet cloth to prevent sand and dust from entering, and to tie the water bottles tightly and distribute water reasonably.
The 30,000-strong army stepped into the desert, the fine sand under their feet kept sinking, and every step forward required tremendous effort.
The sun was scorching mercilessly and the sand was scorching hot. Even wearing thick combat boots, I could feel the heat.
Many soldiers were exhausted and their steps became unsteady, but with the support of their companions, they still gritted their teeth and persevered.
Bai Li rode his warhorse through the ranks, constantly encouraging morale: "Soldiers, we are not far from victory! Across this desert lies Simon's territory. We must surprise them and catch them completely off guard!"
Under her encouragement, the soldiers' eyes shone again and their steps became more determined.
Bai Li made a shelter with his hands and looked into the distance.
All I could see was sand and gravel, with no sign of green.
"Li'er, why don't I ride with you? I can block the scorching sun for you."
Nangong Min took off his cloak and tried to provide shade for Bai Li, but he and his horse couldn't reach it.
"No, it's already difficult for a horse to walk in the desert. Adding more weight will tire it out."
Bai Li shook his head and refused. If the horses were exhausted again, it would delay the speed of the entire army crossing the desert.
"Deputy Commander, I need you. Can I ride with you?"
Bai Dalang just couldn't stand seeing the two of them being so affectionate, so he had to interfere.
God knows they must have eaten enough dog food from these two people along the way.
Ever since the engagement, Nangong Min has been clinging to his sister like a dog-skin plaster, saying all kinds of nice things to her and not knowing how to restrain himself. Those who know that they are on the march, while those who don't think they are out for sightseeing!
Nangong Min didn't dare to get angry with his future brother-in-law. Bai Erlang gave his elder brother a speechless look as if he were an idiot. Bai Li's cold eyes fell on his elder brother, "If you're bored, how about a 5,000-meter training run?"
"No, no, hehe, big brother is just joking, you don't have to mind it."
After Bai Dalang finished speaking, he quickly drove his horse away from the two men.
If you can't provoke him, can't you just hide from him?
Really, every time his sister helps an outsider and bullies him, her dear older brother. Girls are really extroverted. It’s a waste that he used to be so good to her!
The army continued to advance. The dozen or so generals who were riding horses in the front were fine, as they had horses for transportation. Although the horses' steps were a little messy, the people themselves were still in high spirits.
The soldiers following behind on foot all looked as wilted as leaves hit by frost. Bai Li was really worried that they would get heatstroke.
There were cucumbers, green vegetables, and stream water in her space, but unfortunately she didn't dare to take them out and distribute them to the soldiers. She could only keep encouraging them, making big promises, and then watch them struggling, helpless.
In this scorching July, Bai Li and her 30,000-strong army struggled forward in such a harsh environment of unbearable heat and severe water shortage, moving steadily towards Simon. Their figures stretched out long under the scorching sun, like a painting that would never surrender.
Bai Li led an army of 30,000 and, after enduring a long and dangerous journey and all kinds of hardships, finally crossed the desert and arrived at Qinzhou of Simon Kingdom in just ten days at the fastest speed.
Qinzhou, one of the important cities in the western part of Simon State, has tall and thick city walls and tightly closed gates, like a sleeping giant beast.
A group of more than a dozen men in black quietly moved to the base of the wall. The first person made a gesture, then quickly pressed his body against the wall, and the others immediately followed suit.
On the city wall, patrolling soldiers held lanterns, their figures looming in the night.
However, they did not expect that danger was approaching quietly.
Bai Li stood on a high ground not far from Qinzhou City, looking at the heavily guarded city, and quickly planned a strategy for a night attack in his mind.
She knew very well that although the soldiers were exhausted after the long march, their morale was high. This was the perfect time to take Qinzhou City in one fell swoop.
Half an hour later, a dozen men in black came back. They were the spy team temporarily formed by Bai Erlang, Luo Yang and Wu Lanzhi, who went to the city wall to spy on military intelligence.
She quickly gathered all the generals together and, in the faint moonlight, unfolded a simple map of Qinzhou City.
"Everyone, this is the map our scouts just found. Everyone, come and take a look and see how we can capture it at the lowest cost."
When the generals came forward and saw that Qinzhou City was easy to defend but difficult to attack, and there were many soldiers guarding the city, they all shook their heads, indicating that there was no way out.
"I have an idea. We should attack this point immediately before they realize we have just arrived after a long journey.
Tonight, we will split into three groups."
All the generals responded in unison, "We are all at Marshal Bai's command!"
They were so young, yet they destroyed an enemy force of 200,000 with only 10,000 soldiers. This was an unprecedented achievement, and they were convinced.
Bai Li nodded, tapped his finger on the map, and said with a firm look: "The first route is for Luo Yang to lead 5,000 elite soldiers to launch a feint attack from the east gate to create momentum and attract the main force of the enemy.
The second route is for Nangong Min to lead 8,000 soldiers and go around the west gate. When the battle at the east gate is fierce and the enemy has no time to look west, we will attack the city with all our strength. I will personally lead 10,000 central troops and attack the south gate directly. This is the weak point of the enemy's defense. The remaining soldiers, led by Bai Erlang, will ambush in the woods outside the city to stay and provide support.
Everyone must act quickly and obey my command. Use the beacon fire as a signal, cooperate internally and externally, and capture Qinzhou City in one fell swoop!"
The generals clasped their fists and accepted the order, their eyes revealing their determination to win.
As the battle was about to begin, Nangong Min looked at Bai Li affectionately, reluctant to leave. Thousands of words turned into one sentence: "Take care!"
"Take care of yourself!"
Bai Li took advantage of no one's attention and went forward to give him a gentle hug.
While he was stunned, he left quickly, leaving the man alone and disheveled in the wind.
The war was about to break out, and all the troops quickly and quietly marched towards Qinzhou City according to the deployment.
Luo Yang led five thousand elite soldiers and sneaked to the outside of the east gate like a ghost.
At his command, the soldiers quickly lit torches, shouted in unison, and began to attack the city gate fiercely.
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