novelraw Chapter 1773 1777: Zhou Yang's Battle Plan
Chapter 1773 1777: Zhou Yang's Battle Plan
"Decided... is it decided..."
Upon hearing Zhou Yang's words, Liu Fei'er seemed lost in thought, tears uncontrollably streaming down her face.
"Fei'er, don't worry. The news hasn't come out yet, everything is still uncertain. I heard that the Demon Emperor's cultivation isn't something ordinary people can deal with, plus he has fifty thousand elite soldiers and many supporters across the Demon Clan. This time, I believe he can avert disaster."
Qin Tian gently comforted Liu Fei'er while pondering how he could assist her.
Qin Tian gathered Zhou Yang and others for a secret military meeting, during which Zhou Yang shared the intelligence he had compiled.
"Currently, it seems that Yin Yue Demon Venerate is quite close with Wu Wang. Previously, Yao Huang wasn't very supportive of cooperating with Wu Wang, it was Yin Yue Demon Venerate acting independently, and subsequently, Yao Huang was compelled to collaborate."
"Now, if Yin Yue Demon Venerate initiates a rebellion, I think Wu Wang will certainly step in to support."
"And if Wu Wang's support is secured, even if Yao Huang manages to escape from Demon Capital, with Yin Yue Demon Venerate and Wu Wang joining forces, Yao Huang may find it hard to sustain."
Qin Tian nodded while listening, saying: "If we step up to help Yao Huang, it might ease their pressure?"
"Since Wu Wang intends to be Yin Yue Demon Venerate's backer, then we should eliminate this backer first!"
In reality, what Qin Tian and his group could do now was limited to this."
The Demon Clan is too far away, and Qin Tian couldn't directly lead an army into the Demon Clan's territory. The only thing they could do was to alleviate Yao Huang's pressure and attack Yin Yue Demon Venerate's forces."
"This is what we can do and must do at present."
Qin Tian's proposal was unanimously agreed upon by Zhou Yang and others."
Eradicating Wu Wang's rebel faction was their mission."
Only this time, the pace had been accelerated."
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"Boss, we've got the latest news, Yao Huang... has been defeated."
Two days later, the news Zhou Yang received made Liu Fei'er's face appear even more haggard, but at this moment, Liu Fei'er remained calm, knowing that returning now would be akin to walking into the lion's den."
"My father and royal brother... are they still safe?" Liu Fei'er asked."
"They are still safe," Zhou Yang replied, "after the defeat, Yao Huang and the Demon Clan's Crown Prince led the army to retreat westwards. However, at present, Yin Yue Demon Venerate's people are in pursuit, whether they can escape from Yin Yue Demon Venerate's relentless siege is yet unknown."
As he spoke, Zhou Yang unfolded the Demon Clan map, placing it in front of Qin Tian and Liu Fei'er. He said: "Here, after Yao Huang broke through and left Demon Capital, he intends to go to Xiling City. The Demon Clan leader there is Yao Huang's confidant with an army of one hundred thousand. So, I speculate Yao Huang wants to go there to regroup and confront Yin Yue Demon Venerate."
"But, Boss, Fei'er, look, travelling from Demon Capital to Xiling City spans over a thousand kilometers, and along the way, they must pass through dozens of cities. The attitudes of these cities are currently unknown. If there are supporters of Yin Yue Demon Venerate, then Yao Huang and his group will face some difficulties in their passage."
Qin Tian looked at the map, holding a worried Liu Fei'er close, saying: "Fei'er, you're aware of our plan, the aim now is to hit Wu Wang, preventing the dispatch of troops to aid Yin Yue Demon Venerate. Demon Capital and Xiling City are indeed too far from us, distant water can't quench nearby thirst..."
"Brother Tian, I know, you've done your best..."
Liu Fei'er held Qin Tian tight, nodding."
Qin Tian fixed his gaze on the map, saying: "From Demon Capital to Xiling City, in terms of time, even without delays, the remnants Yao Huang leads should take at least ten days. During these ten days, Zhou Yang, inform Xu Kuan to expedite formulating a comprehensive plan for advancing into West State. We must deliver a heavy blow to Wu Wang within ten days."
Zhou Yang replied: "Boss, you forgot, Old Zhou has already devised a plan, mentioning we'll gather tonight to discuss it."
"Oh, he mentioned it, I just forgot in my busy schedule..."
Qin Tian rubbed his forehead, saying: "Alright, tonight, Fei'er should also join this meeting."
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At night, in Yueya City, Qin Tian convened another secret military meeting."
Zhou Yang elaborated on his attack plan in detail, garnering nods of approval from everyone."
Xu Kuan was adept in defense, whereas Zhou Yang excelled in offense."
This time, his attack plan seemed straightforward and aggressive."
It simply utilized the True Qi Cannons transported from East Capital City to catch the West State Army off guard."
"Last time in East Capital City, we used the True Qi Cannon, drawing the attention of the Dragon Clan and other factions, all secretly researching it. Currently, I haven't heard anyone successfully replicating it."
Discussing the True Qi Cannon, Zhou Yang spoke about it with passion, as it was his pride derived from Earth's cannon principles, explaining it as if introducing his own daughter."
"After using the True Qi Cannon last time, I conducted tests. After firing thirty-two rounds, the barrel becomes severely damaged, affecting the shell's power and range."
"Regarding this issue, I've been researching these days. Now, Outer Realm Star Iron is incredibly scarce, so having these eight True Qi Cannons, I believe it's already sufficient. Trying to fabricate new ones isn't feasible due to material shortages."
"My latest achievements indicate that after my repairs, the eight True Qi Cannons can fire up to one hundred shells before showing any degradation, experiencing reduced range post one hundred rounds... In addition, my improvements have greatly increased shell power and True Qi explosion stability..."
"Old Zhou..."
Seeing Zhou Yang's detailed exposition on the True Qi Cannon, Qin Tian hurriedly gestured to stop him: "Old Zhou, just inform us of the detailed arrangement and setup, skip the True Qi Cannon part, we know enhancing shell firing count, and that they're now more stable and powerful."
"Oh, alright."
Zhou Yang continued: "The True Qi Bomb unit, operated by Lin Yu's specialized squad. Lin Yu's squad totals five hundred fifty people, fifty are gunners, while the remaining five hundred serve as guards and logistics. Additionally, I suggest an external force of at least two thousand troops to escort them, preventing targeted enemy strikes."
"My operation plan is set for the day after tomorrow, by then, Che Aijun will collaborate with Xu Kuan, leading ten thousand troops to stall Wu Wang's majority forces on West State's Eastern Border."
"Meanwhile, Lin Yu's squad will discreetly move to the flank behind West State's Eastern Border and launch a surprise attack on their Yellow Stone City training camp, which contains many resources and reserves, estimated at around ten thousand soldiers. If Yellow Stone City is seized in this manner, Wu Wang's forces along West State's eastern border will collapse without a fight. Then, we could easily penetrate West State's interior! Wu Wang will undoubtedly be caught off-guard!"