12dz Chapter 300 The war is coming
Chapter 300 The war is coming
Baines did not expect Zong Yanli to be so bold. She just left when Shuangtou Mountain was so desperate, and even left Danlin so brazenly, so that Baines did not even think that she did this to conquer Shuangtou Mountain, but to attack him.
"Since Zong Yanli has ordered the food and fodder to be delayed..." Baines came back to his senses and immediately turned around and ordered, "Pass on my military order! Go out of the city to meet the enemy!"
"Will you return to help Zhou County?" The general next to him was stunned and asked in surprise.
"Mobilize the troops from Lingquan and Taixiang to rush to the rescue and hold Zong Yanli back." Baines turned his head and looked outside the city and said, "Since Zong Yanli has passed Shuangtou Mountain, he will definitely break through Zhou County and go straight into the imperial city. There are only a few troops left here. Rather than being led by him by the nose again, we might as well give it a try!"
"Intercept and kill the people in the ghost camp and seize the enemy's food and fodder!"
You Zhenghao had already fled when he saw the action in Dingyang City. On the other side, Zong Yanli had already led his army across Shuangtou Mountain safely and was now launching a massive attack on Zhoujun City.
The entire Lu State was completely on the warpath. Zhoujun City was the last defensive point of Lu State. The city walls were extremely high. Zong Yanli immediately launched siege crossbows and ladders, intending to launch a violent attack. The setting sun spread like fire wherever the flames of war covered the city.
This summer was probably the most difficult summer for the people of Lu.
The Ghost Camp suffered heavy losses in their attempt to divert the enemy. Fu Jiashi managed to escape while escorting food supplies, but nearly half of them were lost under the relentless pursuit of Benedict Cumberbatch.
Finally, with the help of Sha Haoqian, they successfully joined the army, and Baines also led the Lu army to Zhoujun City.
August is supposed to be the month when fruits and vegetables are harvested.
However, the entire State of Lu fell into deathly silence. Although the epidemic was suppressed, countless people were killed and injured. Crops failed. The treasury was completely depleted due to natural disasters. The war spread and the king was bedridden.
"I'm afraid the surplus food won't even last half a year." In Zhoujun City, Baines looked visibly older, with a few white hairs sprouting on his temples and even a tuft of white in his beard.
"Is there any news from the imperial city?" Baines asked with his eyes closed and his hand pressed against his forehead.
"Never..." The personal soldier shook his head with difficulty.
Baines sighed and could only pick up his pen to write a letter, asking for additional food and military supplies. Every sentence was urgent and every word was precious.
Zong Yanli's army has arrived outside Zhoujun City. If food and fodder supplies are not delivered, I am afraid that Zhoujun City will not survive this winter.
At the same time, outside Zhoujun City, in the Daqian military camp.
Zong Yanli was not in much better condition either. Her headache was getting worse. The army had suffered huge losses of food and fodder. She was also seeking help from Daqian. The only advantage was probably that both the Northern Kingdom and Wuhuan were now unimpeded. Daqian could send troops to transport food and directly cross the north.
"When did the general get the headache?" Monkie stared at Zong Yanli with wide eyes, and only realized it now.
"It's not a big deal." Zong Yanli poured out two pills at random, picked up the water on the table and swallowed them, then looked at Meng Qi, Fu Jiashi and others and said, "All the troops of Lu are now gathered here, and the decisive battle is imminent. You need to conserve your energy."
"Ask Zhao the Bookkeeper to come over and report any urgent needs in your account."
"There is no need to reduce the use of food and fodder. Everything remains the same."
"How are the chariots being repaired?" Zong Yanli raised his eyes and said, "No matter how many chariots are left in the army, all of them should be sent out. This time, the victory or failure depends on this one."
Everyone in the military tent looked solemn, obviously sensing the impending battle and impending storm.
The army became busy from top to bottom. The soldiers checked their armor, sharpened their swords, smelled the tense atmosphere in the air, and practiced day and night.
Everyone understands that as long as they win this battle, they can go home!
That kind of urgent feeling is exciting and secretive.
"Shi Gandang, your axe is so rotten, why are you still using it?" In the army, Shi Gandang was lowering his head and wrapping the handle of the axe with cloth, wrapping it in circles with perfect fit. A gap appeared on the axe, and even two more cracks. It looked really horrible.
"The general has issued new weapons, you can go and choose some." The soldiers in the same tent spoke up one after another.
"No, it can still be used." Shi Gan Dang refused in a low voice, wrapped the last circle of cloth, reached out and dipped the axe into the bucket, and the way he buried his head in washing it actually added a bit of piety.
"you……"
The person next to him wanted to say something, but was stopped by another person.
The man looked at Shi Gan Dang and said, "Don't make trouble. Shi Gan Dang's axe was passed down from his father. It means something different to him."
The person who was held back was stunned for a moment, and muttered, "I'm also worried that his axe might break. It would be too dangerous if he lost his weapon on the battlefield..."
Several people looked at each other and said nothing about Shi Gandang's terrifying fighting power. Shi Gandang's growth over the years has been witnessed by everyone.
"Shi Gan Dang!" At this moment, a voice came from outside: "General Meng wants you to come over!"
Shi Gandang responded, picked up the battle axe, wiped it dry, turned around and put it back into the tent, then went to the main tent and saw Monk holding a large box.
Shi Gandang hurried forward and stretched out his hand to help lift it.
Monkie put the box on the table with a bang, let out a long breath, turned to look at Shi Gandang and laughed: "Come and see the gift I prepared for you!"
"For me?" Shi Gandang was stunned for a moment, then looked at Monk and said, "Master, why did you suddenly prepare this for me..."
"I prepared it a long time ago, but it's hard to get this thing. Take a look and see if you like it." Monk said casually, reaching out to pick up the kettle on the table to pour himself some water, and said with a sigh: "I asked the general to help me find the way!"
Shi Gandang lowered his head and opened the box, and saw a brand new battle axe similar to the one he used lying in the box.
Shi Gandang stood there in a daze, staring at the axe for a long time without coming to his senses.