Lu Li gave a wry smile and did not answer.
Meanwhile, Sima Yi's Wei army was rapidly advancing towards Wuzhangyuan.
Sima Yi, mounted on his horse, had piercing eyes and was filled with confidence and anticipation.
He knew that as long as he could defeat the Shu army in one fell swoop, the hegemony of Wei would be just around the corner.
However, he couldn't help feeling uneasy, after all, Zhuge Liang's death had always been a thorn in his side.
The two had fought each other for many years; though enemies, they were also close friends.
Because both were top strategists and had a deep understanding of each other, they had also gone through many battles together.
Sima Yi also personally experienced Zhuge Liang's prowess; it is rare to find a true friend in life.
Just as the Wei army was about to approach Wuzhangyuan, Sima Yi suddenly ordered a halt to their advance.
He raised his head, looking at the Shu army camp ahead, a hint of doubt flashing in his eyes. He sensed something was amiss, but couldn't quite put his finger on it.
"General, why have we stopped?" a lieutenant asked.
"Where is this place?" Sima Yi asked.
"General, this place is called Shili Slope, what's wrong?"
Sima Yi did not answer, but continued to observe the situation ahead.
Just then, a drumbeat suddenly sounded from the top of Shili Slope.
The drumbeats were rapid and powerful, seemingly conveying some kind of signal.
Sima Yi was startled, realizing that this might be a scheme by Zhuge Liang.
However, just as he was about to give the order, a loud shout suddenly came from the Shu army camp.
"You've all fallen for my Prime Minister's trap! Why don't you surrender?" Jiang Wei shouted from his high vantage point.
This shout was like a bolt from the blue, startling Sima Yi and the Wei soldiers.
Sima Yi's heart tightened. Could it be that Zhuge Liang was really not dead? He dared not believe it, but he had no choice but to believe it.
He knew that if Zhuge Liang were still alive, the Wei army would be in a very dangerous situation.
Just as Sima Yi was hesitating, Jiang Wei pushed a four-wheeled cart, and sitting on it was none other than Zhuge Liang!
However, this Zhuge Liang was made of wood, but he was dressed in the clothes that Zhuge Liang usually wore.
However, because of the distance, Sima Yi could not see clearly at all and thought that it was really Zhuge Liang who had set up an ambush here!
"General, what do we do?" the lieutenant asked anxiously.
Sima Yi took a deep breath; he knew now was not the time to hesitate.
He must make a decision, or the Wei army may face an even greater crisis.
"Pass on my order: the entire army retreats!" Sima Yi commanded.
Although the Wei soldiers were puzzled, they trusted Sima Yi's orders and immediately began to retreat.
When Jiang Wei heard the news of the Wei army's retreat, he couldn't help but breathe a sigh of relief.
He knew that he had completed half of his mission.
"General, the Wei army has begun to retreat. Should we pursue them?" a Shu general asked.
Jiang Wei shook his head; he knew it wasn't the time to pursue.
He had to wait for Zhuge Liang's orders and act according to his plan.
Just then, scouts arrived without stopping, shouting, "Report the Prime Minister's order: General Jiang Wei, hold your troops still! Do not advance rashly!"
"Go and report to the Prime Minister, Jiang Wei obeys!"
Under Sima Yi's leadership, the Wei army began a rapid retreat.
However, during their retreat, they were suddenly ambushed by the Shu army.
It turned out that Zhuge Liang had anticipated the Wei army's actions and had laid an ambush on their retreat route in advance.
At this moment, Guan Xing and Zhang Bao each led 10,000 ambushes out in full force.
The Wei soldiers were caught off guard and were caught off guard by the Shu army.
They began to scatter and flee, their formation in disarray.
Sima Yi was greatly alarmed upon seeing this.
"Zhuge Liang is definitely not dead! He is definitely not dead! The intelligence is wrong." Sima Yi was secretly furious, but he was powerless to do anything about it.
"General, what do we do?" the lieutenant asked anxiously.
Sima Yi took a deep breath. He knew that only by fighting to the death could he possibly break through the encirclement.
"Pass on my order: concentrate all forces and break out from the southeast! Head to Li County!" Sima Yi commanded.
Upon receiving the order, the Wei soldiers immediately concentrated their forces and launched a fierce attack to the southeast.
The Shu army was prepared and immediately retreated in the face of the Wei army's desperate counterattack.
After a fierce battle, the Wei army, led by Sima Yi, finally broke through the encirclement.
However, their losses were also very heavy, with many soldiers falling on the battlefield.
Sima Yi fled to Li County with his remaining troops.
Then, Sima Yi took a deep breath and slowly said, "I miscalculated. It was my mistake. That wretched Zhuge Kongming!"
"I was so sad all night, and I shed so many tears for you. I never expected you to fake your death!"
Sima Yi was filled with hatred, hating Zhuge Liang and also hating his own misjudgment that led to heavy losses for the Wei army.
"General, what should we do now?" the lieutenant asked cautiously.
Sima Yi remained silent for a moment, then said through gritted teeth, "Set up camp in Li County, rest and reorganize the troops, and then withdraw back to Wei territory!"
Just as he was about to give the order, a scout suddenly came to report.
"Reporting to the General, something terrible has happened! The Shu army... it's all the Shu army! They've surrounded Li County!"
Upon hearing this, Sima Yi immediately stood up and hurriedly went to the top of the city wall.
When he saw the densely packed Shu army below, his expression changed drastically.
"All troops, prepare for battle!"
Sima Yi gritted his teeth and shouted loudly.
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