After gaining an undisputed victory in the Mesopotamia plain, the Sibian army, which numbered only 60,000, fought all the way to the city of Ope.
The Phantom Army was extremely arrogant because they established a camp not far from the city wall and completely ignored the presence of the defenders in the city. In fact, just when the Sibia Army first arrived, the Welsh Army took the initiative to attack once
——The final result was that the Welsh army was once again ambushed by the Phantom Legion at their doorstep. Half of the soldiers abandoned their armor and fled back to the city, while the other half were left dead in the fields under the eyes of their compatriots.
After that, Wells did not attack rashly again. They could only rely on the sufficient supplies in the city to fight against the Phantom Army, waiting for the moment when the other party ran out of food. Although this was a good tactical choice, but the number of people in the army was
Morale is slowly declining. The soldiers have seen with their own eyes the power of the Phantom Legion and no longer dare to take it lightly - who is the motherless wild child who cries when he is beaten? Now the answer has come out.
But Zagan's Phantom Army under the city was not idle. They sent out a small group of troops to completely destroy the connection between Ope City and the outside world. Winged men were patrolling the sky at all times, all the bridges on the river were burned, and the waterways were destroyed.
Countless hands and feet were used. The criss-crossing trade roads were dug into shape. Not only were there large and small pits on the road, but even the road bed was missing in some areas... The most annoying thing was that a small team of the Phantom Legion took advantage of the darkness of the night.
It drove directly to Opei City and burned everything outside the Feixue Pass, the first pass in the Weida Mountains. The defenders of Feixue Pass thought that Opei City had been lost, so they were so frightened that they lit emergency beacons all night long.
Under the dark night, dots of beacon fires were connected among the endless mountain peaks, winding all the way towards the capital of Wales. At dawn, the mighty beacon fires finally made a small turn and passed by.
The worried eyes of Emperor Wells and his ministers crawled toward Foxburg, the capital of the Brooke Empire, where the Demon Alliance's military headquarters was located.
The Welsh Emperor stood silent on the imperial city, and the ministers lowered their eyes. The frightened Welsh military immediately made a plan to reinforce the front line, but after the consumption of the last war between gods and demons, the Welsh Empire could
There were only a handful of troops available for deployment. In desperation, even one of the last two Guards regiments guarding the capital had to be transferred to the front line.
Emperor Wells signed and sealed the report with a calm expression on his face, but felt very depressed in his heart. As an emperor, of course he knew that the report listed all the mobile military power of the country, and he also knew that this time
How much money will the inexplicable war consume and disrupt the country's various recovery plans...
But on the other hand, Emperor Wells couldn't figure out one thing: why would the Sibia Empire risk defeat and attack him?
If he wanted to use his military exploits to inspire his people, Korn Keda could have chosen to attack the Camp Empire, which didn’t even have a decent army! If Wells was attacked with such intensity, other demonic empires would definitely come.
Reinforcements, with strong reinforcements, Cohen Keda will definitely not get any benefits, so why would he do such a thankless thing?
Perhaps, as the rumors say, Cohen Keda is a complete madman...
Because it was the first war after the War between Gods and Demons, the Wells Empire had been carefully sealing the news of the war, but after the war started, no matter how officials tried to hide it, it was useless. The citizens of Wells were not idiots
, everyone knows what this string of beacons represents, it is the emergency signal of the largest natural pass in the Wells Empire - the Boiling Pass!
Feixue Pass is located in the middle of the Weida Mountains. It is the largest pass in the Weida Mountains. If the enemy captures this pass, the Wells Empire will no longer have any danger to rely on. The enemy will move down the Nutao River.
A direct threat to the capital... In the last war between gods and demons, the divine coalition forces known as the "iron-blooded warriors favored by gods" failed to directly threaten Feixue Pass. Could it be said that the enemy troops attacking this time were more powerful than the divine warriors?
Do the coalition forces still need more? If not, then why should the enemy fight outside the Boiling Blood Pass?
As the flames of war spread, rumors spread throughout the Wells Empire. Some said that the Divine Alliance broke the agreement and launched a war between gods and demons in advance; some said that the Phantom Legion came to take revenge; and some said that it was the alliance that conducted exercises...
But no matter what, it is a fact that the beacon was ignited, and it is also a fact that the brave and proud people of Wales could not accept such a humiliation. Later, the most credible rumor became popular again, pointing out that the invading army belonged to the Divine Alliance Sbia
The Imperial Phantom Legion has less than 100,000 members.
The Phantom Legion is the legion that caused hundreds of thousands of Welsh soldiers to shed blood on the battlefield in the war between gods and demons, the legion that left no prisoners after the war, and the legion that shamed the entire demon alliance!
People naturally have dignity, no matter how cheap this dignity is. Of course, the hearts of the people of Wales are also made of flesh, and they will also feel pain. The enemy's overwhelming attack deeply stimulated them, and they
Enraged, outraged crowds gathered on the streets of the capital to express their emotions directly through action.
Regardless of high or low, everyone waved their national flags left and right, chanting slogans such as "Kill all the Sibia pigs", "Annihilate the Phantom Army", and "Fight the Holy Capital of Sibia". The area around the palace was even more crowded.
The crowd was packed with people, some knelt down and cried, and even more people cut their blood to express their will. Waves of shouts of "Support the emperor, support the army, annihilate the enemy" went straight into the sky...
Wells officials were keenly aware that this was a popular sentiment that could be guided and exploited by them. So soon after, both the Military Ministry and the Ministry of Finance pulled out banners in front of the palace and read, "Welcome aspiring young people."
Join the army and repay the country's kindness." "Donate a copper coin, and the soldiers on the front line will have one more piece of bread; donate one silver coin, and the soldiers on the front line will have ten more arrows; donate one gold coin, and the soldiers on the front line will have one more piece of armor.
” and other sensational words.
On the left side of the palace is the Guards Military Band, with loud military songs; on the right side of the palace is the Capital Demon Palace Lecture Troupe, with saliva flying.
There was a long queue of people who were temporarily recruited into the team. There were young people, middle-aged people, and even teenagers and old people. They held hands and sang the military songs they had just learned in their tone-deaf voices, moving step by step.
They went to the front, vying to write their names on the list of loyal and serving the country, and some of them were beaten until they were cut into human shapes for jumping in line.
The atmosphere at the place where money and materials were donated was even more lively. At the beginning, the registration officials recorded names, but soon after, the impatient crowd started shouting slogans and started throwing money, including countless copper coins, silver coins, and gold coins.
They were piled up like a hill in the open space. Some people also donated gold and silver jewelry, copper and iron utensils, pots and pans... not to mention countless daily necessities, including insoles sewn by an old woman for her grandson, and gloves made by a young girl for her lover.
, some businessmen donated unsellable hats, and moth-eaten wooden shields...
Although there was some chaos at first, under the superb guidance of the officials, the Phantom Legion's offensive operations ignited the passion for serving the country throughout the Wells Empire. By the time the Guards Corps in the capital set off, the donations from the people had exceeded the Wells Empire.
The total tax revenue of Wales for a year, in the capital alone, more than 40,000 people signed up to join the army that day. From top to bottom in the Wells Empire, everyone was convinced that under such passion, the Phantom Legion was doomed
Got it!
On the other hand, the ever-extinguishing beacon continues to move forward, along the dividing line between Erina and Trafa, and finally enters the Bruck Empire and reaches the Demon Alliance Military Headquarters in Foxburg.
After the war between gods and demons, the military headquarters of the Demonic Alliance Army was actually in a state of disbandment. The commanders of the various military departments have returned to their respective empires, and most of them are on vacation. Among the necessary personnel left behind, the highest-ranking officers
He is a major general, and he is also a civilian officer responsible for formulating joint exercises between the armies of various countries. So when this desperate beacon came, for the first time, the coalition military headquarters, which had been calm and leisurely in the past, was in a state of panic. Signal officers with unfamiliar skills even
Details cannot be deciphered immediately.
Finally, two general-level officers came from the Buluk Empire Military Headquarters with a large group of staff. Together with the high priest of the Buluk Demon Temple, they made a contingency plan, and organized the Demon Alliance Military Headquarters and Hell Island
Issued jointly in the name of the Demon Palace.
The Wells Empire borders three empires. Among them, the Camp Empire has not restored an organically powered army so far, so it is not within the scope of consideration. The Eirina Empire in the rear must immediately mobilize two cavalry regiments, one
The light infantry corps and a heavy infantry corps entered Wells to assist in the frontal defense. The Trafa Empire on the right also had to immediately mobilize two light cavalry corps and two light infantry corps to threaten the invading enemy forces from the flanks and wait for opportunities.
Attack the enemy's logistics line and slow down the enemy's offensive. The two Guards Cavalry Legions of the Bruck Empire will catch up later, trying to completely annihilate the enemy on the front line of the Weida Mountains.
The entire military aid plan mobilized ten full legions, with a total strength of over 400,000. The generals who rushed to the military headquarters later were quite satisfied with this plan, because these ten legions were all famous in the last war between gods and demons.
The troops and cavalry corps are very mobile, and the infantry corps are all-rounders who can attack and defend. Coupled with complete logistical support, there should be no problem in completing the combat plan.
The chaotic situation in the coalition military headquarters was also expected by Duke Swice Hepburn, so the moment he was sure that the Sibia army would continue to attack, he ended his travels and set off to return home.
On the way back, Swiss Hepburn also made a counterattack plan in the carriage that was similar to that of the military. He was prudent and even mobilized three more legions to assist in the defense of the Kemp Empire. In the Duke's plan, regardless of Hepburn's
No matter how the runner-up army can fight, it is impossible for them to achieve more results, and the final result can only be to retreat.
So... what exactly does Cohen Keda want to do? What is the plot of his army stationed under the city of Ope? This is the question that he can't figure out.
But in this series of events, he discovered an interesting thing, that is, the combat style of the Sibia army has changed again. The military composition of the Phantom Legion is more reasonable. On the basis of the original flexible tactics and fast maneuverability,
Strengthening their ability to attack fortresses. In the eight days of attack, they advanced a distance of four hundred miles. Although it was a sudden sneak attack, the strength displayed by the Sibia army exceeded the previous records of the Demon Alliance.
"Cohen Kedar." Putting down the map, Sves Hepburn closed his eyes, "It's really hard to see through."
If he knew that the commander of this battle was not Cohen, I wonder what he would think?
While the Wells Empire and even the entire Demonic Alliance were in a hurry, on the vast plains of the two river basins, countless scattered armies of the Wells Empire were still wandering around on the plains like headless flies. In Sbia
Under the lightning-fast attack of the army, these unprepared Welsh troops tried their best but could not resist it. They had no time to retreat. After being dispersed by the Speyer army, they could only huddle in twos and threes, with their eyes wide open in fear.
With helpless eyes, they watched the Sibia army advance from a distance. Under normal circumstances, as long as they were not gathered too closely, the Sibia army, which was singing and advancing rapidly, would not pay attention to them.
Since they can't even take care of the scattered troops on both sides of the advance route, Sibia's army has no time to pay attention to a small checkpoint isolated from the advancing front - Youshui Pass, because this checkpoint is too far away from the battle line.
, and it has no military value in this war.
But the Welsh army stationed at Youshui Pass is quite special. Compared with most Welsh armies, this army of nearly 6,000 people is composed of experienced soldiers who have experienced the war between gods and demons. They have rich combat experience.
There are also many people who have participated in the battle to encircle and annihilate the Phantom Legion, and know more or less the style of this enemy army.
Their commander is a young colonel, Colonel Glens, who has a good relationship with Duke Sweeney Hepburn. This unit was defeated in the war between gods and demons, and most of the soldiers were "survivors of the disaster"
"The lucky ones, the reputation of defeat is always not good, so no one wants to use them. Of course, except for Colonel Glens, whose future is also not very clear.
The defeated officer leads the defeated soldiers to guard a level that is equivalent to giving up. This is the usual way for the coalition to deal with such things. Generally speaking, in the Demon Alliance, this also represents the final outcome of a general and an army.
…
But Colonel Glens himself is full of confidence, because of his family background, courage, and military proficiency... What's more important is the power behind him. In addition to the support of his family, there are also the help of two people. Chapter 1
One was his family friend, Swees Hepburn. The Duke suggested that he lead troops to guard Youshui Pass and gave him several plans. The second was his adjutant Shaya, an equally young officer who had a strong influence on Si.
The Biya army hates it so much that it can be described as "crazy", but it is terrifyingly calm in terms of army management and tactical formulation.
Such a strange combination is destined to do something under the lightning attack of Sibia's army. But how to do it and when to do it depends on the opportunity. After receiving the Sibia army's breakthrough on both sides,
When Chen Bing entered the city of Oppe, Colonel Glens' keen premonition told him: The opportunity he had been waiting for finally came, and it was time for the family to turn around!
At this historic moment, Colonel Glens was only the acting commander of the 15th Army in the Northern Defense Area of Wales. His officers and soldiers, including the bakers and janitors and errands, only had a total of 5,970
Thirteen people. In the entire Demon Alliance, and even in the entire continent, there is no such a small army... But Colonel Glens is not afraid, and neither is Lieutenant Colonel Shaya. Even now
None of the major officers gathered around them were afraid.
A map with damaged corners was spread out on the table, stared at by more than a dozen pairs of "wolf-like" eyes.
"The current situation is like this. The Phantom Legion has invaded our country for almost 400 miles. As subjects and soldiers, we, although we have not been allowed to be reused, can't retreat at this time." After a long time, Colonel Glens said.
He took action and punched the map hard. His cold eyes were fixed on the advancing route of Sbia's army. "Everyone, what do you think?"
Since leading the army to Youshui Pass, the young Colonel Glens has changed a lot in this short period of time. On the one hand, his family's embarrassing political status and his own ideals have become a strong pressure on his shoulders;
On the other hand, because of the silent support of many people, Glens is always full of confidence... The handsome face of the carefree young man in the past is now blending with a resolute and strong temperament, and the originally impulsive character gradually has a new temperament.
More sanity.
But at this moment, the scene in front of him became increasingly silent. Seven or eight officers looked at each other or looked down at the map. Anyway, they were all silent and did not speak.
At such a critical moment, whoever speaks first and something goes wrong later will be doomed. The people present are all veterans, and they are no better than young people who have no scruples when their minds are hot, so
Everyone is dragging their feet, and no one is willing to say the first thing... It's a small matter to work hard for yourself, but you still have to take care of your family who are still living. If you can become a mid-level officer, who doesn't have a big family behind you?
Frankly speaking, this kind of situation can happen in any team, especially in a team where "even a three-year-old knows there is no future."
Seeing that no one was willing to come forward, Colonel Glens could only retract his fist from hitting the map and lift his chin... At this time, the ability of an official's deputy is particularly tested.
"Our position is so damn special. Three days ago we were sandwiched between ourselves and the enemy, but now we are completely outside the battlefield." Lieutenant Colonel Shaya sighed and rarely used foul language, "No matter the situation of the battle,
No matter how we develop, our lives may not be easy... Currently, all those behind enemy lines are disbanded troops. It can be said that there are only a few organic troops like ours. If we do nothing, the master of the military department will
They might put all the blame for the defeat on us."
If the outcome of this battle is heavy losses for the Wells Empire, this is certain.
"If...I said if...Sir." An officer nodded slightly and said: "If we want to do something, more than five thousand people are too few. The entire northern defense zone has twenty
The tens of thousands of troops have almost collapsed, and the five thousand of us who rush forward can only bite the enemy's teeth."
"Yes! Compared with 50,000 people, 5,000 people are a little less, but if compared with 500 people, these 5,000 people are a lot." Lieutenant Colonel Shaya replied: "Since we can't do nothing, then,
Let’s just do what 5,000 people can do.”
"Sir," an "extra cautious" officer whispered, "we have no orders."
"Such a reason cannot be used as a defense in wartime." Colonel Glens shook his head, "When the enemy invades, the bounden duty of soldiers can already order us to do everything."
"So, what's your opinion, sir?" A well-behaved officer asked, "What do you think?"
"What do I think? I am a soldier, my family has been a soldier for generations, and I obey my bounden duty." Colonel Glens said in a very firm tone: "Yes, it has not been long since I became your boss.
But it doesn't matter that you are a stranger. As long as you know me and know that I am your boss. I have nothing else to say. In three hours, you will assemble your troops and follow me. Anyone who is willing to follow me is welcome.
, Don’t force anyone who doesn’t want to come with me, over.”
After saying this, Colonel Glens turned and walked out of the room, leaving a group of officers behind the map.
"Three hours, I hope this is a perfect battle plan." Looking at the back of Colonel Glens, Lieutenant Colonel Shaya smiled slightly, and then turned to look at the other officers, "Everyone understands! We have to
Attack. The enemy is fierce but not invincible. Although it may take a while to stay, the military headquarters and His Majesty the Emperor will eventually settle the accounts one day."
"We are a unit like this, and the people above us treat us like nothing. I believe that everyone's life is not very good during this period. We are burdened with shame, and even our family members are looked down upon by others, and are poked in the back and laughed at...
..." Lieutenant Colonel Sha Ya continued: "I don't know what you are thinking, but I can't stand all this. The fate of a soldier must always be decided on the battlefield, and now there is an opportunity to fight the enemy face to face.
, although I don’t know what the consequences will be, but no matter how unlucky it is, it can’t be worse than it is now, right?”
"That's right." An officer raised his head and said, "If you get lucky, you might have a chance to turn over... If you turn over..."
"If you run back to your parents' home, your wife will come back." Another officer took over, "If I find a woman, I won't double the money and still have no one to accompany me..."
Talking about the various experiences of losers, a group of people smiled bitterly at each other.
"Everyone has experienced this kind of shameful life. Go back and tell the soldiers clearly!" Seeing the officers' reactions, Lieutenant Colonel Shaya ended the meeting with a very rude and provocative sentence, "Tell them, but also
Anyone who wants to behave like a man will meet me on the fucking battlefield!"
Lieutenant Colonel Shaya, who followed Colonel Glens to the army, is usually a very taciturn person, let alone swearing, but once he speaks, his words carry great weight. Even Colonel Glens never objects to his words.
Suggestion, the words spoken at this time were already very serious. The officers looked at the thin boss, at his bloodless face, and at his eyes that were so calm that they felt cold, and they understood
He is determined and understands that he can only do what he says. (To be continued)