In Lord Xinling's view, the current battle situation has been completely different from what Lian Po described. Zhao Kuo's serious injury, especially the delay of King Wei, caused the Zhao army to be trapped in a tight siege for many days, and their morale was low. It has seriously reduced Zhao Jun's combat effectiveness. Judging from the news brought back by the scouts, Zhao Jun seems to be in a corner and unable to fight back.
Faced with an uncertain war, Lord Xinling would rather just take the 120,000 Wei troops out of the country and go around the country, consuming only a little food and grass, than put the 120,000 troops into danger.
Wei Guo can no longer afford to lose!
Of course, there is an essential difference between Lord Xinling's conservatism and King Wei's cowardice. The former is a calm judgment of the situation, while the latter is due to Qinphobia.
However, regardless of being conservative or cowardly, Lian Po faces the same problem - a problem that cannot be answered and cannot be changed.
Perhaps, the only way is to stare at the other party with big eyes and small eyes, waiting for the other party to compromise.
Just as the two of them were looking at each other and refusing to give in, the scouts rushed in from outside the camp and brought the latest news about the battle between the Qin and Zhao armies ahead.
"The Qin army almost came out in full force. There were dozens of fortresses and nearly 10,000 Zhao troops were wiped out by the Qin army in one day."
Such breaking news immediately rang in their ears, and they were stunned for a moment. Apparently, neither Lord Xinling nor Lian Po had expected that the battle situation ahead would change so drastically and so quickly.
However, after being shocked, the two of them had some thoughts in their hearts.
Lord Xinling became more and more determined in what he thought in his heart - Qin and Zhao would not fight lightly without a bloody battle. The fact that the Qin army dared to come out in full force obviously had enough confidence in the combat power of the Zhao army, and the facts also verified that the current combat power of the Zhao army was extremely dangerous. Under such circumstances, even Lord Xinling had the idea of leading his troops away.
Of course, this is just a momentary thought. After all, hundreds of thousands of troops came all the way, and Lord Xinling really didn't want to give up this golden opportunity until the last moment.
Lord Xinling also knew very well that Zhao Jun could be defeated, but Zhao State could not be destroyed. Even if it didn't work, he would have to help Zhao State defend the front line of the Hundred-mile Stone Great Wall.
Therefore, it is impossible to escape, but changing the strategy-separating the defeat of Qin and the protection of Zhao to ensure that Zhao's own territory is not occupied by Qin seems to be a better strategic goal that is more in line with Wei's national interests. , seems to be more in line with Wei's reality and interests.
When Lian Po heard the bad news, his expression changed drastically. However, this change of expression was only for Lord Xinling to see. In fact, Lian Po felt certain in his heart that the counterattack Lord Xinling needed might be tomorrow!
No one but faith!
Lian Po believed that in the face of Qin's aggressive offensive, Zhao's huge losses, and his own (reinforcements) being delayed, Zhao Kuo would definitely think of a way, and he would definitely be able to think of a way to deal a heavy blow to the arrogant Qin army. One blow not only restored the morale of the Zhao army, but also delayed the Qin army's attack, thus holding on until the arrival of himself (the Wei army's support).
Because, if he were the general of the Zhao army, he would do this. He believed that Zhao Kuo would only do better than him, although Lian Po did not know what method Zhao Kuo would take.
But he still firmly believes that he will and can!
Then, wouldn't it be possible to have the fierce battle that Lord Xinling wanted?
Thinking of this, Lian Po's heart suddenly dropped. Of course, on the surface, Lord Xinling cannot see the flaw, otherwise Lord Xinling may not doubt his connection with Zhao Kuo due to his cautiousness.
Lian Po sighed softly, and a look of disappointment gradually climbed onto Lian Po's face.
"In that case, I will follow your Majesty's words." Lian Po finally had no choice but to give way, but then he turned around and said with emotion: "If I, the Zhao army, fight against the Qin army and water and fire again, what will your Majesty say?"
"If the Zhao army fights the Qin army again, we, the Wei Dynasty, with 120,000 troops, will have no reason to stand by and watch." When Lord Xinling saw Lian Po's concession, he immediately started to draw a cake.
Of course, this is not all a painting. After all, Lord Xinling stole the talisman and came to save Zhao. If there is anyone from Wei who wants to fight this battle, that person must be Lord Xinling.
But Lord Xinling must firmly grasp the timing and final destination of the attack.
"It's just, General Lian." Lord Xinling was a little suspicious and asked Lian Po tentatively: "Do you really think that Zhao Jun can still..."
Before Lord Xinling could finish speaking, Lian Po interrupted him with a wave of his hand. What Lord Xinling wanted to say was: "We, the soldiers of Zhao State, have always only wanted to live standing, never lying down to die. We would rather be on the road to charge. I will never be hungry and faint on the bed and let others slaughter me. In less than three days, our army will definitely give it a try. I just hope that when the time comes, your Majesty will no longer hinder my reinforcements."
After saying that, a pair of tiger eyes immediately stared at Lord Xinling beside him. His cannibalistic eyes seemed to say: "But if there is half a word of "not", don't blame me for being ruthless."
"That's great!" Of course Lord Xinling didn't take Lian Po's threat to heart. After all, he had an army of 100,000, so he wasn't afraid of Lian Po's sharp eyes. But obviously, Lord Xinling did not want to stalemate the relationship, and immediately promised Lian Po: "Don't worry, old general, once the war becomes anxious, 120,000 Wei troops will come out in full force. When the time comes, the general will encourage him to command. It’s about strategizing.”
"Don't worry, Your Majesty!" Lian Po said nonchalantly.
Therefore, with Lian Po's concession, the two finally came to a preliminary unified opinion on Wei Jun's attack.
In order to ensure smooth follow-up execution, Lian Po immediately broke down the steps and direction of the army's attack and gave a detailed speech to Lord Xinling.
And this said, it was also one night.
Compared with the sleepless nights of the Zhao and Wei armies, the Qin army, which had won a complete victory today, seemed much more comfortable.
"Today, the Japanese general personally killed more than ten people from the Zhao army!"
"I also killed ten people, including Captain Zhao!"
"I didn't kill many, but I took down two Zhao army fortresses by myself."
"Damn it, I'm going to hit two more bases tomorrow!"
"I'm just wondering if those fortresses have any potential."
"Yes! Tomorrow, we should also try to break through to the center of Zhao's army. Dividing and encircling is the right way!"
The generals in the camp boasted about their attacks and described their plans for tomorrow. Bai Qi sat on top and did not stop him. After all, the Zhao army had become a turtle in the urn. Even a counterattack was just a desperate struggle. Bai Qi was not afraid that any arrogant soldier would be defeated. He even needed such arrogance to keep the Qin army in check. The indomitable spirit - they played too hard in the past period and they need to let them vent.
