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As the first rays of dawn descended upon the land, a light mist began to rise above the white snow. If it weren't for the ruins scattered everywhere, this quiet morning would have been quite pleasant.
Perhaps busy licking their wounds in preparation for another battle, the offensive suddenly came to a halt. The smell of burnt food wafted through the air, mixed with a hint of rice aroma. It seemed to be breakfast time, and the Supply Troops were working overtime to prepare meals for everyone.
Originally, it was thought that the so-called Reserve Team would not take action until after Dawn, but unexpectedly, they had already engaged in battle twice within less than an hour before Dawn. The results were satisfactory; places that were on the verge of falling were timely reinforced.
Now donned in General Qin's Armor, Luzi felt drowsy, clutching a bun while dozing off. Li Xin had managed to catch a short nap, but that brief time was hardly effective. He quickly stuffed a bun into his mouth and sought a Haystack to take a nap. As long as the Haystack was sheltered from the wind and warmed by the sun, it was simply delightful!
To avoid any accidental injuries in the dark, Ji Xi and his Subordinates had all changed into Qin Army Armor. This grayish-black Terracotta Armor was remarkably effective; long-range arrows could hardly penetrate these fired clay plates, thus enhancing the Soldiers' survival rate on the battlefield.
The only drawback was its weight, making movement feel as if one were trapped in a heavy pot. This Terracotta Armor was not favored by light infantry or Cavalry units; indeed, they preferred not to wear it when going into battle.
Ji Xi shared this opinion as well, given its cumbersome nature. However, Luzi insisted he must wear it; blades on the battlefield do not discriminate. With this layer of protection, perhaps he could emerge unscathed throughout the entire campaign. After all, safety must always come first.
Ji Xi pinched two buns while sitting next to Luzi. After taking a couple of bites from one, he said, "With Zhao Army retreating now, when will our Reinforcements arrive?"
Luzi turned to look at Ji Xi's face smeared with several streaks of ash and understood how tough the recent battle had been. "What? Are you losing confidence?"
"Cut it out! How could that be possible?!" Ji Xi couldn't help but scoff. "Forget it! Let's just pretend I didn't ask anything!"
Luzi did not intend to dwell on this matter and asked, "Since you have cooperation with the Zhao People, you can reveal your identity when the city falls. So there's no need to worry too much."
Ji Xi set fire in the city and coordinated with the attacking Zhao Army from within and without. If this matter hadn't been handled promptly, Wild King City would likely have already fallen into Zhao Army's hands by now. It was precisely under this premise that Luzi connected the two parties together.
Ji Xi looked Luzi up and down, then asked in surprise, "We have a partnership with the Zhao Army!? Why am I not aware of such a significant matter!?"
Luzi, sensing that Ji Xi was not lying, found it quite strange. "Yes! You are carrying out beheading operations and burning supplies in the city, while those people are preparing to storm Wild King City from outside. There is indeed a strategy behind coordinating actions."
"Oh! I thought it was something else! So that's what you meant!" Ji Xi suddenly understood and began to analyze the existing relationships logically. Their infiltration into the city was purely for the sake of causing some destruction out of boredom. Along the way, they encountered the secretly relocated Zhao Army, which led them to realize that their target for this operation was Wild King City.
Usually, minor skirmishes were manageable, but engaging in serious combat was clearly not something just anyone could handle. Since that was the case, they might as well set fire to the increasingly powerful Qin State's Granary. This consideration led to several subsequent actions. If it were said that they had reached some agreement with Zhao State, that would be entirely unfounded.
To clearly have an agreement with Zhao State and then betray them—wouldn't that make one a fickle Scoundrel!?
The mouth beneath the nose served only for eating and communication. After understanding some of the details, it became clear that those misunderstandings were trivial matters. As for whether Ji Xi had concocted another set of excuses, it seemed time would tell.
Moreover, the assistance in blocking the breach in the city wall was very real. If it weren't for the fire that halted the attacking Zhao Army, they would likely still be engaged in street fighting now. However, speaking of fire attacks now, it seemed Ji Xi's forces had several types of Thunderbolt weapons. But Luzi wouldn't ask about them; after all, those were their trump cards. It would be unreasonable to insist on an explanation.
Ji Xi appeared unconcerned about these matters and noticed that Luzi had stopped talking and started eating. "General Lu! Due to defending the breach, my Thunderbolt supplies have dwindled significantly. If we face another assault on the city wall now, we will have no choice but to fight to the death with our remaining weapons."
This statement was straightforward and factual. Each person's load was proportional; those who were slightly weaker could barely cope. Without logistical support, Ji Xi and his men could only use fewer and fewer firearms.
"Can you make them yourselves?"
Upon hearing Luzi's question, Ji Xi quickly shook his head to indicate that it was impossible. Such things seemed simple but were actually very intricate in value; one could even say they were delicate work. He understood how Thunderbolt worked, but if he truly attempted to make one himself, it would be futile.
Luzi was merely trying to make conversation; seeing Ji Xi nearly swearing an oath made him drop the subject. It would be best if they could make them themselves, but if they couldn't, then so be it.
Ji Xi took a Thunderbolt from his pocket and handed it to Luzi, explaining, "This is what we call friendship!"
Luzi initially intended to be modest, but upon hearing Ji Xi's words, he had no choice but to accept it. He reached out to take the extremely smooth metal projectile, examining it for a long time without understanding its purpose. It seemed that all the secrets lay within the core of the projectile. Whether it was used to repel enemies with a thunderous sound or filled with flammable oil, its function was still quite evident.
Despite the lengthy explanation, the Thunderbolt had its drawbacks. It could not be used for ultra-long-range attacks, a point that had been raised by many before. However, this limitation was only relevant under the conditions at that time; long-range arrows would lose their target in flight without wings. Therefore, using a slingshot became the preferred choice for home use. Aside from its relatively short range, there were really no other flaws to point out.
Luzi accepted the Thunderbolt intended as a gift and then glanced at the already sleeping Li Xin. "General Ji! Since we still have a little time, let's take advantage of it and get some rest!"
Ji Xi had actually been waiting for this suggestion. He quickly finished the bun in his hand and stretched lazily, agreeing, "General Lu! You are absolutely right! I will go rest now."
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