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When the matter of noodles is indeed true, how can one fully trust the words behind it? Whenever something is passed down through rumors, it loses the awkwardness of handling urgent matters at that moment. When people hear it again, it completely lacks the sense of urgency that was present during the crisis. Without the foundation of the incident, many things can easily be misunderstood.
Rumors often stop with the wise! This is because the wise always consider the reasons behind events and do not simply follow what others say.
Luzi's explanation does not focus on the incident itself but rather reveals the motivations behind it. King Zhao of Qin is a wise and enlightened ruler who naturally gathers all aspects of a situation to summarize the truth.
After the parties involved recounted their unavoidable circumstances at that time, King Zhao of Qin finally nodded in acknowledgment. For Luzi, being recognized by the head of the household felt like clouds dispersing. Moreover, the grievances from earlier had turned into tears, filling his heart with light once more.
Not an old and frail King Zhao of Qin, he took his seat with the support of his Retainer leader and sighed, allowing Luzi, who had requested punishment, to rise. After all, results are what matter most. The Shangdang Campaign had already fully commenced, and even the newly appointed Bai Qi could not withstand the pressure from a million troops of the Feudal States. If it were not for Luzi's steadfast defense preventing the loss of Wild King City, the consequences would have been unimaginable!
"Although Ji Xi has suspicions of assassinating a General, considering his contributions in defending the city, we will not pursue this matter further. He has also lost many capable men during this defense; let him keep his Centurion position as a consolation for those who have fallen!"
Luzi expressed his gratitude towards King Qin with a reverence as vast as flowing rivers! At this moment in the world, which king possesses such grandeur? Humans are not gods; everyone makes mistakes. Recognizing one's errors and correcting them is commendable! Although Ji Xi initially erred, his ability to pull back from the brink deserves forgiveness!
Having been trapped in the city for several days, Luzi was unaware of what had specifically happened outside, while King Qin had just arrived in this city. Still concerned about Wang He's injuries, he inquired about Old General's condition.
This question did not involve military secrets; moreover, Luzi was still an auxiliary officer in this Shangdang Campaign at that moment. King Zhao of Qin did not conceal the truth: Old General Wang He was already on his way back home.
This is morale! How could Shangdang change generals at such a critical moment? Luzi ordered Sun Thirteen and Xiao Yu'er to break through with Grand Commander's Guard; however, Xiao Yu'er recklessly returned to Wild King City with Qin State's Young Imperial Guard Corps. He remembered hearing Xiao Yu'er mention that Old General's injuries were recovering quickly. While directly engaging in battle might be challenging, commanding operations would pose no issues.
"The king personally leading this expedition will surely return victorious. But I wonder who is currently commanding at the front lines?"
King Zhao of Qin smiled slightly and did not mention this matter to anyone.
Lu Zi kept this matter confidential and did not dare to pursue it further. He shifted the topic and once again mentioned the recent battle situation. Our army was not fighting against the Zhao Army; the recently withdrawn troops actually belonged to the Wei Kingdom. The commanding general was Wei General Jin Bi, and Wei Kingdom's Xingling Jun Wei Wujie was also present in the Military.
King Zhao of Qin nodded heavily and ordered Luzi to strictly prohibit any mention of the siege troops being from the Wei faction. Furthermore, all surviving Soldiers in Wild King City must publicly declare that they were engaged in battle against the Zhao faction. Not only that, but all Qin Army forces in the Shangdang War Zone would maintain a unified front. Whether now or in the future, our Qin Army's operational objective in Shangdang would be the Zhao Army.
As for which Feudal States the enemy belonged to, it could be ignored in principle. All army groups and operational departments must have a unified stance; even if they heard different accents from the enemy, they must act accordingly. From generals down to Centurions, everyone must be clear: no one is allowed to ask captives about their country or place of birth.
Anyone who dares to speak out against this order will be executed on the spot!
Regarding this command issued by King Zhao of Qin, not only did Luzi find it incomprehensible, but the leaders of various combat units were also puzzled. War is war; why must it be conducted so secretly? If captives are taken, news will eventually leak! Even if the Soldiers were initially unaware, as more captives were captured, the truth would be impossible to keep secret!
At this time, the Shangdang Region was blooming everywhere, and the previously unconquered Zhao Army West Rampart took the initiative to send troops to confront us. The newly appointed Bai Qi had not yet officially completed his handover and was not even fully aware of how the Qin Army was deployed in Shangdang. Just as he was preparing for a pre-battle meeting, he received news that various units were under heavy attack from the Zhao Army.
In such an unfavorable situation, how could they immediately engage the enemy? Bai Qi hurriedly ordered each unit to provide mutual cover while retreating, striving not to be completely surrounded by the Zhao Army. As for supplies, they could be handled at discretion, with abandonment being an option if necessary.
The various legions began Fighting While Retreating, until they retreated to the Dan Shui River Defense Line, where they managed to stabilize their formation slightly. As reports of losses came in from safely withdrawn troops, over a hundred thousand men had simply vanished without a trace. Seeing these results, Bai Qi nearly lost his temper but knew it was futile.
With a sudden change in command during wartime, commanders from various units needed to report back. When a general asked Wuan Jun Bai Qi how to execute the king's order, he immediately instructed all armies that no surrenders were allowed!
Without captives, the Qin Army Soldiers would have no chance to uncover secrets. Regardless of what the Generals thought, this seemed to be the best course of action for now. Moreover, with the longstanding tradition in the Qin Army of rewarding achievements based on headcounts, none of the generals opposed this decision any further.
Upon learning that he had stabilized his position at Dan Shui River, King Zhao of Qin decided to return to Hanoi, where our last reserve force would be assembled. This place would determine life or death for the Qin State, and success or failure hinged on this one move!
Receiving this news, Luzi quickly approached King Zhao of Qin, expressing his willingness to accompany him into battle against enemies. As for his responsibilities guarding Wild King City, he hoped someone could take over for him. However, King Zhao of Qin replied that he was doing well guarding it; why would he want to change commanders?
As soon as the order was given, there was no turning back. Luzi had no choice but to lead the general team to send King Zhao of Qin out of the city. When he bid farewell at the ten-mile street pavilion outside the city and saw those youthful faces, doubts filled his mind about whether they could win this battle. The troops sent by the Feudal States were undoubtedly seasoned warriors forged through countless battles, while our army had already conscripted boys in their teens to fill the ranks!
"Your Majesty! You must stay safe! I will pray for you every day in the city. Victory is assured for you! The Qin Army will prevail!"
Upon hearing these words, King Zhao of Qin smiled faintly without giving a definitive response. How could he not understand Luzi's thoughts at this moment? He reached out and patted the shoulder of his beloved general.
"What’s the big deal!? Let them fight! I want to see now! Is their Joint stronger, or are my Great Qin soldiers more formidable! Your position is not an easy one; make sure this old man doesn’t go hungry!"
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