Chapter 117 Crisis (5)
After the meeting, Shan Zhen stayed and Xue Han happened to come too.
"What did you find?" Zhou Cheng asked.
"Yes, I have discovered that the reason why the Han and Wu armies attacked so quickly is because their logistical support was very smooth. In other words, their logistics were unimpeded, whether it was the supply of military rations or the replenishment of troops. Not only that, it was also quite fast." Xue Han replied.
"How could that be? Logically speaking, there are obstacles between Han and Wu and our country. Even if they are not our allies, at least they should not help them. Could it be that they have recaptured it?"
Shan Zhen was puzzled. To ensure smooth and rapid supply, the shortest route must be taken. However, there are territories of the fourth and fifth countries between the three countries. It is unlikely to pass through their territories. Even if they will not assist, at least they will not let him pass. So what is the reason? Can Wu Han pass through the territories of other countries smoothly?
"I'm afraid it won't be that simple. The countries they have passed through are all small countries relative to them and us. Even if they dare not assist them openly, they are afraid of offending us if they let them go. Even if they let them go secretly, they will not do it without scruples. Due to the pressure among the three parties, these small countries are under great pressure. However, under normal circumstances, it is natural and reasonable for them not to let them go. This kind of behavior is the most reasonable." Xue Han explained.
"So..." Shan Zhen seemed to have noticed something.
"Before, the city that was attacked..."
Zhou Cheng, who was in deep thought, suddenly spoke, and Shan Zhen and Xue Han responded at the same time.
"That's what I wanted to say."
It was uncertain at first, but now Xue Han is certain. At first, it was impossible to understand the reasons for the destruction of these cities, but now it seems that the purpose is very clear. First, those destroyed cities are all on the route of Wu and Han's attack on Zhou, and they are direct; second, the destruction of those cities brought invisible fear to the country. As far as the power of those small countries is concerned, as long as it is declared in advance, they certainly dare not stop it, because they already have a shadow invisibly, so they choose to remain silent and acquiesce; of course, no matter which path those countries that let go choose, they will bear the blame of the other party.
"Choose the most conservative way to protect yourself?"
Zhou Cheng and his men could understand the choice of the country that released them. It should be said that they were lucky that they did not send troops to help them. Given the current situation, adding 10% more troops would bring a certain burden to the Zhou Kingdom.
"I am more curious about why they were able to capture our city so easily."
Zhou Cheng didn't plan to continue with the situation he already understood, and returned to the original question. After all, this was the most important thing.
"Regarding this, I think it was due to the leakage of our intelligence. The possibility of a traitor being responsible is ruled out because I trust the soldiers in the major cities."
Shan Zhen expressed his inner thoughts truthfully, and Zhou Cheng and Xue Han both agreed with him. But because of this, they had to worry. If the intelligence was leaked, they would have to rely on improvisation. Not many people could do this, not to mention that the enemy's power was so fast that there was no time to think. In the face of an aggressive enemy, it was not that they could not adapt to the situation, but that they did not have the time. Hastily changing their usual style and failing to cooperate would only give the enemy a greater chance of winning.
"Then pass the order down. The defenders of each city will defend with the latest strategy and make sure it is foolproof. Just pass the order to the generals defending the cities. If they cannot do it, let those who can do it take their place." Zhou Cheng said.
"Yes, sir!"
"Also, we can't just sit there and wait for death. Send a message to the generals in the capital to prepare their troops and be ready to go at any time."
"yes!"
"Also, I want to visit [Jiangcheng] in person."
When Zhou Cheng said this, Shan Zhen and Xue Han were immediately shocked.
"emperor!!"
Shan Zhen's face was full of surprise. Jiangcheng was the next city . It was already on alert and would immediately engage in battle once the Han army arrived in Jiangcheng. However, what Shan Zhen was worried about was not the attack by the Han army, but the fact that Jiangcheng was a riverside city. Although small, it was relatively rich. However, due to its geographical location, it was very easy to attack. There were not many troops stationed there, and even with the dispatched aid, there were no more than 20,000 troops.
"Your Majesty, I think it would be best for you to go to [Fucheng], [Jiangcheng] is too dangerous."
Xue Han couldn't help but dissuade him. [Fucheng] is the neighboring city after [Jiangcheng]. Both are cities facing the river. To be precise, [Jiangcheng] is just a small city under [Fucheng]. Because [Jiangcheng] is geographically easy to attack, most of the troops are stationed in [Fucheng]. [Fucheng] has a large city, sufficient supplies and a geographical location that is easy to defend but difficult to attack, so it is also an important checkpoint. Due to the previous fall of the city and too much military support, there are not many garrison troops in [Fucheng] at present, so troops were specially dispatched to [Jiangcheng] to delay time. Therefore, the soldiers in [Jiangcheng] at this time are dead soldiers. Their purpose is to delay time for reinforcements to enter [Fucheng]. In other words, [Jiangcheng] is just a dead city, and it is ready to be "given" to the enemy .
"I have made up my mind, you don't need to dissuade me."
Zhou Cheng turned a blind eye to the danger he was facing, his expression revealing great determination, which made Shan Zhen and Xue Han realize that no matter what they said, they could not stop it.
"I understand. Please allow me to accompany you as your escort."
Shan Zhen proposed to go with him based on his own standpoint, as it was his duty as the general protecting the country and the general in front of the emperor.
