General Xu stood atop the city wall of Tonghu Pass, gazing at the northern frontier camp, his eyes gleaming with unwavering resolve. Three days of shouting had failed to elicit a response from the northern army, leading him to realize that mere provocation would not force them to engage; a more proactive approach was necessary.
"Send word to the commanders, prepare the entire army, we will attack the city first thing tomorrow morning!" General Xu's voice was firm and powerful, echoing throughout the entire military camp.
Upon hearing the order, the soldiers sprang into action immediately. They checked their weapons, organized their equipment, and their morale soared. General Xu's decisiveness and courage filled them with confidence for the upcoming battle.
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, General Xu led the elite troops of Qi in a fierce offensive against the city on the northern frontier. War drums thundered and horns blared as the Qi soldiers charged like tigers descending a mountain, relentlessly advancing towards the northern defenses.
Although the Northern Frontier army was caught off guard by General Xu's sudden offensive, they did not panic. The Northern Frontier commander quickly organized a defense, ordering archers to fire and infantry to form ranks, ready to meet the attack.
The battle was exceptionally fierce. Qi soldiers, with their high morale and superior equipment, relentlessly attacked the northern frontier's defenses. In turn, the northern frontier soldiers, relying on their strong city defenses and the terrain, put up a tenacious resistance.
General Xu led from the front, brandishing his spear and charging at the forefront. His figure inspired the soldiers, who chanted his name and fought bravely.
However, war is no child's play; every step forward comes at a heavy price. The Qi soldiers were valiant, but the northern defenses were equally formidable. A fierce battle ensued beneath the city walls, the blood staining the earth.
The battle lasted a full day, only ceasing hostilities as night fell. Although General Xu failed to capture the city, his bravery and decisiveness earned him the respect and love of his soldiers.
In the military tent after the battle, General Xu summoned his generals to discuss the next steps. They knew that although the army in the northern frontier was powerful, as long as they persisted, they would surely find a way to defeat the enemy.
Meanwhile, in the camp in the northern frontier, the commander-in-chief was reflecting on the day's battle. He realized that although General Xu's offensive was fierce, the morale and fighting strength of the Qi soldiers were not to be underestimated. He decided to adjust his tactics and prepare for the battle to come.
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