In the third army station, Esdeath in the army commander's command room is stroking a new pet he just caught. This is a huge white tiger, at least more than five meters long, about the same size as a truck. But this
At that time, the tiger was pinned to the ground by a lot of iron chains and was completely unable to move.
Even so, the tiger kept making low roars at Esdeath beside him, but this threatening roar had no intimidating effect on Esdeath at all.
The smile on Esdeath's face showed that she was having a lot of fun. If this guy didn't resist, she would find it meaningless. But just when she was about to take a step closer, a female officer in military uniform walked into the room.
"Legion Commander." The other party stood at attention and saluted. After being transferred to the third legion, Esdeath also brought many of her own people over, and gradually made the third legion look like her. These women
The legion was obviously not seen in the previous imperial legion, but after Esdeath became the legion commander, it was natural that both men and women would use it as long as they had the ability.
Because it is the only legion in the empire that employs female officers, Esdeath has gathered a large number of talents at once. After all, there are many military geniuses among women. They just had no opportunities before, but now they have a stage to realize their ambitions.
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"Report to the commander of the regiment, as you expected, the enemy's number is not that large, and the enemy is disguised." the female officer reported.
Just a few days ago, the intelligence unit of the Third Army discovered the local trends. The rebellious First Army and Second Army chose to take the initiative, gathering troops to attack the defense line built on their side.
The enemy's troops obviously number 200,000, and their third corps is about 100,000. They are definitely at a disadvantage in terms of troops. But this is the opponent's active attack, and they have the advantage of defense, so do you want to ask the Lord?
The military support on the other side of the city depends entirely on the judgment of the legion commander.
Esdeath did not rush to ask for any support, but just asked his men to prepare and observe the opponent's movements first.
So after waiting for a few more days, the Third Army here was ready for a defensive battle, and the enemy's United Army was already approaching their defense line. However, from the reconnaissance reports received one after another in the past few days, Ai
Sid suddenly smelled something was wrong.
Yes, even though the first and second legions here have already prepared disguises, this level of strategy can only be used to hide the commanders who have no brains. Esdeath even felt like he was being humiliated again.
It seems that he looks down on himself as the newly appointed army commander.
I quickly sent someone to verify, and now I have confirmed that the other side has secretly divided their troops. I don't know exactly what divisions were made, but the army in front of me obviously does not have as many as 200,000 people.
"A little trick." Esdeath said disdainfully. But the next moment she quickly looked at the strategic map next to her. Since the troops were divided, where did the divided troops go?
At present, the defense line of their third army is stuck in the key point of the march to the imperial capital in the north. This defense line, in conjunction with the terrain, has blocked the surrounding roads. The mountains next to it, such as those of the first and second armies, are
It is impossible for a large force to get over without being harassed. As long as they dare to go up, Esdeath can directly surround them to death.
The remaining options now are either to break through the defense line head-on, or to take a long detour.
However, the current defense line is stuck in such a dangerous position. It is indeed possible to take a long way around, but it will really take a very long way.
Even so, according to Esdeath's judgment, the opponent's plan should be to hold them back from the front, and then detach troops to go around them from the side. As for whether to attack the imperial capital directly after bypassing them, or to attack them from behind, Esdeath's judgment
Most of them are because the Seventh Legion is stationed in the imperial capital, and it is obviously more reasonable to concentrate the troops to eat them.
But does the opponent's commander think he is a fool? The long detour is not just for two or three days, but he doesn't think he will notice it for such a long time? Esdeath was even a little amused by the other party.
"Notify the whole army, organize the army, I am determined to take the initiative to fight against the opponent." Esdeath directly waved his hand and ordered.
"What?" The female officer here was stunned and took the initiative? She immediately said: "Legion Commander, His Majesty's order is for us..."
Before the female officer could finish her words, she was interrupted. Apparently, Linton's previous order to them was to defend with all their might, and to defend with all their might. Esdeath's order to proactively attack was obviously a sign of disobedience.
The female officer wanted to remonstrate, but before she could finish her words, Esdeath suddenly grabbed her by the neck and picked her up with one hand. When the female officer opened her eyes, what she saw was
Esdeath's cold and cruel gaze.
"Elsa, you are a talent that I value. It would be a pity if you disappeared." Esdeath said with a smile.
The female officer named Aisha felt a chill run down her spine, and the next moment Esdeath let go of her hand. Aisha fell directly to the ground, clutching her throat and was so scared that she was speechless.
"Go and pass the order." Esdeath said while still smiling.
"It's...the legion commander." Aisha stood up from the ground immediately and quickly retreated.
Esdeath's order was quickly conveyed, and then the entire army began to prepare. Yes, although Esdeath did not take over the Third Army for a long time, his control was quite amazing. Even this order to take the initiative
It is somewhat contrary to His Majesty's will, but when it is implemented, not many people question it.
The attack time is set at night, after all, there is still a distance between the two sides. The later the opponent discovers the attack at night, the shorter the preparation time will naturally be.
Although the night attack plan drawn up by Esdeath may sound a bit reckless, it is actually a very good plan. The most important thing is that the opponent almost never thought that they would be raided.
From the beginning, the Third Army has always shown that it is preparing for defense with all its strength. After they arrived here, they have been building city walls and fortifications, and they have a posture of holding on to the end. Facing 200,000 elites
Army, obviously this is also a very logical approach.
But now that you suddenly go out of the city and take the initiative to attack, aren't you giving up the advantage of the fortifications you have built for a long time? Then why were you doing so desperately to repair it before?
Moreover, there are 200,000 elites out there. No one would be so stupid as to give up your own advantage and fight with the opponent in the field.
And Esdeath is very sure that the other party's commander would not have thought of this. After all, the other party still thinks that they can confuse Esdeath head-on, making him think that there are still 200,000 people on their side, and they have not noticed that the other party is circling.
What about Lu's troops? The commander on the opposite side was so confident in his plan, how could he have thought that Esdeath would take the initiative to attack?
In Esdeath's view, this is also the best response to the other party's contempt for herself. Don't you think I can't see through your plan? I will face you directly and let you know in an instant that your little skills are there.
It's not worth mentioning in front of me, it's like a slap in the face to you.
So soon, the time came to night. At this time, the moon was dark and the wind was high, which was a murderous night. At this time, the entire third army regiment had been prepared. The main force of about 50,000 people was almost fully mobilized. The remaining reserve forces were
Of course, the troops and logistics troops still remain in the fortress.
Esdeath personally led the troops, without making any passionate speeches. He got on his horse and led the army out of the main gate, directly to the north where the first and second legions were stationed.
Under the cover of darkness, the troops gradually approached the station. Soon, the troops of the Third Army could already see the firelight of the station ahead.
But at this moment, a chaotic sound was heard ahead, and then the "ding-ding-ding" alarm bell sounded. Apparently the Third Army Corps had been discovered by the opponent.
After all, it is the elite force of the empire. Although the First Army did not expect that the other party would take the initiative to attack, it still had a minimum of vigilance. At this time, it was the unit in charge of vigilance that discovered the army moving in the dark and quickly informed them of the situation.
Captain Tommen.
Then the alarm bell rang, and Tommen was completely confused at this time. Obviously, he did not expect to be attacked at night at this time, and he did not even understand what kind of troops attacked him. But even so, he immediately organized a defense
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Although the Third Army was discovered, the distance between the two sides was still close enough at this time. Esdeath waved his hand, and the night attack began, and the entire army attacked.
The soldiers of the Third Army immediately dispatched and rushed directly towards the opponent's station. It was obvious that when the stations of the First and Second Army were built, they did not consider that they would engage in defensive warfare. It can only be said that the defensive role they can play is really limited.
. Before the defensive soldiers here could get into position, the incoming army had already opened a gap in the defense line.
The direction of the battle was very clear. The completely unprepared troops of the first and second legions were caught off guard and were immediately stunned. The effect of the third legion's attack was very obvious, and with the continuous ignition of fires everywhere, the fire was quickly
It illuminated the dark sky, and for a moment the troops of the First and Second Corps seemed to be facing the situation of bombing the camp.
However, there was never any bombing of the camp, and gradually, the troops of the First and Second Corps stabilized themselves.
Yes, although Esdeath's plan is very good, it also underestimates the eliteness of the First Legion. As the most elite troops in the empire, they are not like a ragtag army that rushes to blow up the camp. After the initial panic,
, as they continued to fight, they actually began to stabilize themselves.
But at this moment, the situation on the battlefield suddenly changed.
"Report to the commander of the army, a large number of troops appeared on the side and are surrounding us!" Aisha, a female officer, reported urgently to Esdeath.
"What?" Esdeath was instantly shocked.
This chapter has been completed!