Chapter 1263: Each Has His Own Calculations
The battlefield surrounding the border of the Saint Laurent Empire, along with the arrival of reinforcements, has unexpectedly entered a stalemate as a new situation has formed.
The reinforcements led by Da Zhou, after making the final adjustments, moved closer and set up camp one day's journey away from the greenskin checkpoint. They did not advance any further and obviously had no intention of launching an offensive.
During this period, the garrison troops of the Saint Laurent Empire also withdrew to the border fortress and no longer came out. Even the greenskin emperor, who was originally furious and wanted to kill people, had been silent during this period.
For the Saint Laurent Empire, this situation is a good thing to some extent. After all, they have the home advantage. If they continue to waste time like this, they will definitely gain the advantage.
But on the other hand, if they continue to waste time, the ones who will suffer will not only be the greenskins outside, but also the reinforcements led by the Da Zhou who are also stuck outside.
The reinforcements have come from afar this time, and the entire supply line will be very long. The transportation cost alone cannot be ignored.
At the same time, the longer the time, the greater the variables. If the initiative is handed over to the greenskins, the reinforcements outside will have to bear greater risks. In addition, the statement of the reinforcement commander conveyed by the Pegasus Knight when he came over...
Marshal Adolf had no doubt that once the other side saw that the situation was not right, they would immediately give up supporting them and withdraw their troops.
As mentioned before, if you want to maintain the coalition, you cannot just care about your own gains and losses, but also have to make appropriate efforts and even sacrifices.
During this period, the two sides often used Pegasus Knights to transmit messages.
After all, the distance is shorter now, and it becomes more convenient to transmit messages.
"Please convey my gratitude to the coalition forces. At the same time, our Saint Laurent Empire promises to compensate for all the expenses incurred in this support. At the same time, they will also give gifts as a thank-you after the war is over!"
All expenses will be reimbursed, and there will also be a thank you gift! Marshal Adolf started by offering benefits. Although it was a big promise, considering that the Saint Laurent Empire was indeed wealthy and powerful, and its status was there, it was still very credible.
However, Marshal Adolf knew that it was useless to just make big promises, and he had to take action.
Judging from the messages conveyed by the Pegasus Knights these two times, the reinforcements have become a little impatient. If they stay there for too long, the losses for them, especially for the Great Zhou, will be more than just the supplies.
Thinking of this, Marshal Adolf immediately added...
"Please rest assured, we will take the initiative to launch an offensive in two days!"
During this period, Marshal Adolf remained on the sidelines, not worrying about whether to take the initiative to send troops. In fact, he made his decision very quickly.
The reason why they haven't taken any action yet is because their large force has just launched a series of high-intensity attacks, and the soldiers need some time to rest and recover.
Now they indicated that they would launch the offensive in two days because they took into account the reinforcements stationed on the periphery. If they really wanted to take action, they would need some time to further adjust their positions.
When a military commander does something, he considers every step carefully and does not make decisions casually on the spur of the moment.
After receiving the reply brought back by the Pegasus Knight, Li Ce directly summoned Fisher and Peter to discuss the matter.
Although the two people from Smith Republic still felt uncomfortable, they still came happily after receiving the notice.
When Fisher heard that the Saint Laurent Empire was going to launch an offensive in two days, he immediately said...
"My troops will take the lead then!"
Seeing this, Peter immediately followed without giving in.
"My troops can also take the lead!"
When bullying the weaker enemy, the vanguard troops can take credit, but on the other hand, when the opponent is strong enough, it is not so easy to be the vanguard, and it is often accompanied by huge casualties.
It is impossible that Fisher and Peter are unaware of this. Under this premise, they are still vying to be pioneers. Is it because they have high ideological awareness?
Of course not because of this!
Don't forget the fundamental purpose of their sending out these troops. They are here to show goodwill to the Saint Laurent Empire!
With this as a premise, the Saint Laurent Empire is not a fool. What's the point of you just coming here to make a cameo appearance and to make a presence? You can't fight fiercely to let others feel your sincerity, right?
As early as when they made this decision, Fisher and Peter were mentally prepared to pay a heavy price in casualties.
Li Ce knew exactly what these two people were thinking, but he didn't say anything.
After all, they in the Great Zhou Dynasty were not fighting for this. Now that someone was vying to be the vanguard, he had no reason to refuse.
"Then the vanguard will be handed over to Mr. Fisher's troops. As for Mr. Peter's troops, they will be arranged to provide flank support when the time comes."
Fisher was immediately cheered up after receiving this answer. He glanced at Peter sideways, feeling as if he had won a battle.
This undoubtedly stimulated Peter.
"General Li Ce, why is this happening? My troops can also serve as the vanguard!"
"I don't think your troops can."
Although Peter is one of the supreme rulers of the Smith Republic today, Li Ce, who has the support of the Great Zhou, is not at all afraid of his questioning.
"Your troops lack experience in fighting greenskins and their strength is relatively limited. This mission is too stressful for you."
Li Ce's words made Fei She feel even more proud.
To round it off, this time, his strength has been recognized by Li Ce and even the Great Zhou.
Peter, whose ability was questioned in public, looked a little embarrassed.
Nowadays, the two parties have been fighting each other inside the Smith Republic, and in the process of this fight, they have been constantly striving for the right to speak within the country.
Li Ce's decision now is equivalent to believing that the Smith Party headed by Fisher is stronger than them.
After returning to the country, Fisher will certainly publicize this matter widely, thereby further enhancing the influence of the Smith Party in the country.
By then, life will be even more difficult for the Rakshasa Republicans.
However, what he didn't know was that Li Ce's words were actually quite tactful.
If we were to put this matter into context, it would be, 'Your troops have very poor combat effectiveness and lack experience in fighting greenskins. As the vanguard, you will definitely be defeated by the greenskins in a short period of time. When the vanguard collapses, the entire coalition force will be dragged down by you!'
This may sound harsh, but it is true.
Li Ce actually didn’t care who would be the vanguard. He only cared whether this vanguard could hold up the battle situation at that time.
If he couldn't hold on, he would be a burden to them, which was something he absolutely didn't want to see.
(End of this chapter)
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