After sending Wuwuyi away, the combat meeting continued.
"The key to using a small number of troops to fight against a large enemy force is maneuverability. This is the same as plundering by boat. No matter how powerful the enemy country is, as long as you retreat by boat in time before the enemy's large force arrives, the enemy will be There is nothing we can do. Each of you should be very familiar with this tactic." Hestein educated the pirate kingdom lords in the tent, "In fact, land warfare is the same. No matter how many enemies there are, it is impossible to crowd them all. Together. As long as we can continuously attack its weak points, we can effectively hit the enemy."
The lords in the tent were thoughtful. Some people just think this makes sense, and some people think of the tactics used by Hestein and Ragnar in the battle. Of course, some people think this metaphor is not very reasonable. Ericl, the lord of Hollanda, was the first to question: "Robbery by boat, where there is wealth and where there are heavy military guards, these are dead information and can be detected in advance, so our robberies can often be successful. But the enemy is on the move now, how can we find its weak points?"
"We can do it by relying on the tribesmen on the grasslands." Hestein replied firmly. "The enemy and I are both trying to win the support of various tribes. This is the reason."
"It doesn't work. We were able to escape every time we were robbed at sea, relying on the unparalleled speed of the ships. But we don't have many cavalry. On this grassland, we and the Aztlan people both walk on two feet. How can we ensure timely retreat?”
As soon as he said this, Ericl felt that he had said too much. Hestein is the Supreme King of the Pirate Kingdom, and I am afraid that such a contradiction will make him angry. He glanced at Hestein worriedly. Fortunately, Hestein did not show any angry expression and just replied calmly: "Ericel, why are you so stubborn? This is indeed land, but isn't it the coast?"
Ericl did not understand what Hestein meant: "Coast?"
"Along the river. Although these tribes move around, no matter where they move, the final station will be close to the water source. The same is true for the Aztlan people. No matter how they advance, the final station will definitely be near the water source. And As far as I know, there happens to be a water source with a very wide distribution and many tributaries on this prairie, the Mississippi River.”
As he spoke, Hestein glanced at everyone.
"Towing our ships from the ocean into the river, taking advantage of the speedboat and maneuvering within the river basin, we can hit most of the Aztlan strongholds. Isn't this faster than horses? "
The lords present suddenly became excited - Hestein's plan involves exactly what they are best at.
"But..." someone mentioned, "This plan requires us to have a good understanding of the distribution of rivers. From which direction to attack, which river to retreat from, and where to use as a stronghold, I am afraid it will be far away just relying on the oral accounts of these tribesmen. not enough."
"That's right. That's why we need accurate map support." Hestein's voice became heavier unknowingly, "You go and find Gan now! You can tie him back! He'll be back a moment later. , the success rate will be reduced by one point!"
The tent was empty. Lily opened the curtain and walked in. From the sound of her breathing, she judged the location of Hestein, smiled and picked up a jug of wine:
"The military meeting is over? Do you want to have a drink with me?"
"No." Hestein said, "When Gan comes back, I have to assign him tasks immediately."
"I just heard your plan outside the tent. It's whimsical, but it should be very effective." Lily smiled, "I thought you would forcibly recruit troops from various tribes to expand your military strength."
"These tribesmen are not suitable as soldiers. After defeating Aztlan, the value of these tribesmen is to raise cattle, sheep and horses for us on the grasslands."
"Sounds good. Along the way, none of these tribes have mastered the technology of animal husbandry. Even if some of them have to pay tribute to you, their lives will probably be more comfortable than they are now."
Hestein's voice was gloomy: "The key is not your thoughts, but their thoughts. Not many people are willing to change their living customs, and not many people are willing to have another master for no reason. Now they unite to my The flag is because of Aztlan. And once Aztlan is defeated, I will become their biggest enemy. There will be no shortage of trouble in the next few decades."
Lily chuckled softly: "Then how about you simply marry all these tribes? Marry the little girl today and the little girls from other tribes?"
Hestein's face darkened. Lily's joke made him a little unhappy. Although Lily couldn't see Hestein's expression, she could read something from Hestein's silence.
"I know, I know, it's true, he's still the 'King of Beasts'." Lily snorted with her nose, "Forget it, I'll warm you up. Whenever you're in a good mood, just come in."
The tent where Hestein rests is located behind the big tent, and you can reach it after passing through several soldiers' tents. It blended in with the other soldiers' tents and looked the same from the outside. This is Hestein's measure to guard against night attacks, and it will be extremely difficult for outsiders to find the location of his camp.
However, before entering the camp, Lily noticed something, and a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth.
"Come here," she shouted deliberately, "take this tent away and replace all the mattresses inside. There are too many things, please bring in more people!"
Suddenly there was a rustling sound in the camp. Lily shook her head and stepped into the tent, only to hear a scream of "Yeah" coming from inside. Wuwuyi huddled naked in a corner of the tent, clutching the quilt and shivering.
Lily showed a wry smile.
Wuwuyi was panicked at first, but after seeing that no other soldiers came in, she realized that she had been tricked by Lily.
"You...how did you know I was in there?"
Lily pointed to the black cloth in front of her eyes: "You don't necessarily need eyes to find someone. A layer of curtains and a layer of mattress are no different to me than the black cloth in front of my eyes. But the little girl - —It’s you, how did you sneak in and find this place?”
"This has nothing to do with you!"
Although Lily's body was facing Wuwuyi, her face was always tilted upward, which made Wuwuyi realize that Lily really couldn't see anything. She put down the mattress and began to dress quickly, looking for an opportunity to escape.
"Little girl, as a sister, I have to remind you that even if you successfully sleep in the same bed, it does not mean that you will become his wife. If you are treated as a maid, it will not be of any help to your tribe, right?"
"Hmm...? This... of course I already knew this!"
Wuwuyi was already dressed. But Lily was still stuck in place and kept talking:
"Hestein tastes very good, so you probably have no chance. How about trying to start with other high-status lords and generals under him? But they are all ruthless characters. If you don't have any skills..."
"I told you, I know, I know!"
After a burst of impatient shouting, the tent suddenly became quiet. Lily was stunned for a moment, her face covered in black cloth seemed to have suddenly lost its target, and she began to wander around.
"Little girl...where have you been? Where are you?"
She stretched out her hand and groped up and down like all blind people do. She finally touched the quilt, which still retained Wuwuyi's residual warmth, but Wuwuyi was no longer there.
She sat on the quilt in a daze. Until Hestein's voice floated from the entrance: "What are you doing?"
"Now, Hestein...if you want to send Gan to draw a map, you need a suitable local guide, right?"
"Guide? That kid is causing trouble all the time. If you act as a guide for him, you won't even have enough lives. Forget it."
"No..." Lily shook her head, "I have found the right person."
"The right person?"
"She is the chief's daughter." Lily smiled, "Let's take this opportunity of cooperation to let the heirs of the tribe become familiar with our way of life."
