"Reinforce, immediately order all armies to withdraw and reinforce!" Bronnie quickly made a decision.
Stan Country was, after all, his motherland, and he naturally couldn't stand by and do nothing. After all, when he set out, he had already taken away nearly half of the country's forces. httpδ:/m.kuAisugg.nět
Bronnie knew very well that his homeland's territory was too small and its population was not large. If that King Xiao Bei of Long Country really launched a lightning war to attack the capital of Stan Country, then the capital would not be able to mobilize too many troops in a very short period of time.
The general from Snow Wolf Country who had spoken earlier couldn't help but say, "Deputy Commander, we have attacked Wancheng multiple times and are on the verge of capturing it. If we give up now, won't it be..."
However, before he could finish, Bronnie snorted, "This is an order, the highest military order. Everyone execute it immediately, or face military law!"
The generals from Snow Wolf Country and Wumont Country below, although filled with anger and resentment, did not dare to say anything more.
Soon, the 280,000 strong army, under the order of Deputy Commander Bronnie, withdrew rapidly like a tide.
"They're leaving, the enemy has finally retreated, that's great!"
"Yes, Wancheng is finally saved!"
The many soldiers on the city walls of Wancheng breathed a sigh of relief at this sight.
At this time, Zhang Qingyun, who was in the city's combat command center, also received the news. He frowned and said, "Bronnie has been launching crazy attacks for two consecutive days. There's no reason for him to suddenly withdraw at this critical juncture. It seems that King Xiao Bei has made a move."
Just then, a young general in charge of intelligence rushed in and said, "Reporting to King Tiger, news from the front line indicates that King Xiao Bei is currently advancing rapidly westward, and it is said that he is preparing to attack the capital of Stan Country!"
"It was indeed King Xiao Bei who applied pressure, no wonder Bronnie withdrew. However, attacking the capital of Stan Country seems a bit inappropriate!"
Northeast Tiger Zhang Qingyun pondered for a moment, then walked to a world map hanging on the side.
The bearded general said coldly, "How is it inappropriate? For a small country like Stan Country, its capital is currently empty of troops, isn't it a good time to attack?"
Zhang Qingyun shook his head and said, "You're thinking too simply. If we were only fighting Stan Country, it would indeed be a good opportunity. But the problem is that the three northern desert countries are currently allied."
"What's the difference?" many generals around asked.
"There is a difference, and a very big one!"
Zhang Qingyun said, pointing to the map in front of him, and then continued, "Everyone, please look. The distance from Aslianze City in Snow Wolf Country to the capital of Stan Country is not short, and it can even be said to be quite far. King Xiao Bei leading his army westward is clearly violating the military principle of a lone army venturing deep into enemy territory!"
Several generals nodded, but their expressions suggested they didn't fully understand.
Zhang Qingyun continued to explain, "This is the first point. The second inappropriateness is that King Xiao Bei has been leading his army into Snow Wolf Country for many days. Snow Wolf Country is a large country, unlike the small countries of Stan Country and Wumont Country. If I'm not mistaken, Snow Wolf Country has likely rapidly assembled hundreds of thousands of troops in the past few days and is preparing to rush towards Aslianze City."
A general said at this time, "This is indeed true. According to our intelligence, Snow Wolf Country has indeed been assembling troops in the past few days, and various army corps are rapidly moving south!"
"Therefore, it is not difficult to imagine that once the assembled troops of Snow Wolf Country learn that King Xiao Bei is advancing westward to attack Stan Country, they will definitely come to their rescue. In addition, Wumont Country will also likely send troops, and coupled with Bronnie's 280,000 reinforcing troops, the total strength of the three allied forces will reach as many as 800,000, while King Xiao Bei only has 200,000 and is venturing deep into enemy territory alone. The danger is imaginable!"
After Zhang Qingyun finished speaking, he turned to look at the generals present, and soon these generals nodded thoughtfully.
"Your words, King Tiger, have truly enlightened me. It seems that venturing deep into enemy territory to attack Stan Country is indeed very inappropriate!" said a general.
"But King Xiao Bei is known as the God of War of our Long Country. He couldn't have not foreseen this situation, so why did he still attack the capital of Stan Country?"
"Would the dignified King Xiao Bei make such a mistake?"
Zhang Qingyun frowned and pondered for a moment, then said, "If my guess is correct, King Xiao Bei's so-called attack on the capital of Stan Country is just a facade, not a real attack. However, I can't figure out his next intention. Let's wait and see!"
In fact, as Zhang Qingyun said, Xiao Yunlong did not intend to attack Stan Country, and even if he did, it would not be now.
When he learned that Bronnie had completed the withdrawal of his 280,000 strong army and was rapidly heading north, Xiao Yunlong immediately issued an order to halt his 200,000 strong army.
"My Lord, why did you suddenly stop? Isn't it the time to emphasize the speed of military operations?" White Tiger General Tu Fu asked in confusion.
Xiao Yunlong smiled and said, "The speed of military operations is not wrong, but there is a saying that a lone army venturing deep into enemy territory is a great taboo in warfare!"
Tu Fu understood now and asked, "My Lord, do you mean we are not planning to attack the capital of Stan Country?"
"I never really intended to attack!"
Xiao Yunlong said, then changed the subject and said sternly, "White Tiger General, heed my command! I order you to lead two thousand elite cavalry and head directly to the capital of Stan Country at the fastest speed!"
Tu Fu was stunned and stammered, "My Lord, you just said you weren't going to attack, why are you suddenly asking me to..."
Before he could finish, Xiao Yunlong interrupted, "I'm just asking you to lead your troops directly to the capital of Stan Country, not to attack it. Remember to make as much noise as possible along the way, the louder the better!"
"Make as much noise as possible? My Lord, please forgive my ignorance. Isn't it about concealing our troop movements as much as possible at this time, why the opposite..."
Li Jiuxiao couldn't listen anymore and rolled his eyes speechlessly, "Big guy, why don't you understand yet? My Lord is asking you to lead two thousand elite cavalry for a feigned attack, not a real attack. The main purpose is to paralyze and confuse the enemy, so you need to make as much noise as possible. It's best if your two thousand cavalry create the momentum of a 200,000 strong army, so that the enemy cannot figure out where our main force is!"
Tu Fu suddenly realized and slapped his forehead, "So that's how it is, I understand now. I'll go do it immediately!"
Xiao Yunlong instructed, "Tu Fu, listen carefully. Based on the current distance, you will enter Stan Country tomorrow morning, but you must not venture too deep alone. By noon at the latest, you must immediately lead your troops south and enter the western region of our Long Country!"
"I understand, my Lord. My main task here is to paralyze and hold back the enemy's rear forces. I will definitely withdraw on time by noon tomorrow, so you can rest assured!"
After Tu Fu finished speaking, he immediately turned and left, and soon led two thousand elite cavalry westward.
Xiao Yunlong then issued a second order, "Azure Dragon and Black Tortoise, immediately lead the army and head back!"
"Head back? Where are we going next, my Lord?" Zhuge Wushuang asked.
"Naturally, to Tianzang Mountain. Let the army rush to Tianzang Mountain as quickly as possible. The time for our decisive battle with the enemy has arrived!"
Xiao Yunlong said loudly.