Chapter 1599: Before the War
"Dig quickly, and dig before sunset. There must be no mistakes. Those who don't do a good job will have nothing to eat."
In front of the gate of the Bauhinia Flower City, a large open space has been cleared as a battlefield. There is a busy scene inside and outside the city gate. According to Edward's order, preparations for the war fortifications are underway. On the city gate, large-scale equipment was used to carry the cannons up and install them for reinforcement. These Thor cannons came from the weapon workshop of Dawn Castle. They have superior performance and great power. They were never used even in the March Battle of Ark Harbor, but they are now used in On the Bauhinia City, it was obvious that they wanted to surprise the incoming enemies. But it is not difficult to see that Edward was not optimistic about Ark Port from the beginning. Although he supported a lot of manpower and materials, all of them paved the way for the subsequent battle.
In front of the city gate, horse pits are being excavated. These fortifications have been prepared for a long time, and they are almost at the stage of empty work. There are so many horse traps in front of the city gate, it is conceivable that they will cause great obstacles to the enemy, but what makes the workers puzzled is that the width and depth of these horse traps are not in line with the previous standards. , It will also give people the suspicion of rushing to work.
In fact, not only was he trapped, but even in terms of defense, the formation seemed loose. This puzzled the officers and generals in charge of leading the army. For this reason, a meeting was being held in the city today.
The host is naturally Edward.
A tactical sand table has been set up in front of him, and Edward conducts tactical deduction.
Bloy, the leader of the King of the Mountain, was protesting against Edward's shallow horse traps and loose defenses. Edward waited for him to finish speaking before saying, "I know everyone's doubts, that's why we have this meeting today. That's right, Our trap is not wide enough or deep enough, and the defense line is also full of loopholes, and the layout of other aspects is probably the same. It looks like we are going to send out the Bauhinia Flower City. So I would like to ask everyone, if you He is the leader of the enemy army, what do you guys think when you see such a city defense?"
"What's the point of thinking." Bloy snorted and said, "Just push it down and crush it."
"That's it." Edward said: "According to my observation, the commander of the enemy army, the man who calls himself King Pingxi is very proud. If we see that our defense line is so fragile, it is very likely that he will charge in person with his character. For him, he spent three months in Ark Harbor, and now he needs a big battle to prove his ability. So I gave him this illusion, once he does this..."
Edward reached out and picked up a model representing King Pingxi on the sand table, placed it inside the city wall, and then placed several models of other colors around. He said: "At that time, he will find that we are loose on the outside and tight on the inside. I have already invited Miss Anne, the expert who rescued Lord Orlando the night before, and a few of us to go out together. The goal of this battle is Get rid of King Pingxi, their empire is known as Panlong, if the dragon has no leader, it will probably be in chaos. So the purpose of this battle is to kill King Pingxi, even if it loses the Bauhinia City. A city That's all, if the enemy army is in chaos, we have plenty of opportunities to take it back. Not to mention..."
He blew towards the back of the battlefield on the sand table, and the sand spread out, revealing a model representing the army: "Our main force will be placed behind them. Once King Pingxi is killed, our main force will immediately rush up to penetrate the enemy's center." It is necessary to make them into a mess. So I doubt whether they can win the Bauhinia City."
"But this is always risky." Orlando frowned and said, "Your arrangement is based on the assumption that King Pingxi will go to the battle in person. What if he doesn't?"
"Then it will be a tough battle, but don't forget that our main force is at the rear of the battlefield. This position is very convenient for attacking or retreating." Edward emphasized, and said: "And I thought the prince's Personality, nine out of ten will go to the battle in person. Of course, just in case, I will let Lord Orlando be in this position at that time."
If he sees you again at this time, I think he won't be able to bear it. People like him, even if they know there is a trap, they will rush forward. "
"Let me be the bait?" Orlando narrowed his eyes.
Edward smiled and said, "It's best if the people of Orlando are willing to go out. If you're worried about safety, then I have a backup plan."
He beat the drummer.
A person walked in outside the conference hall. This person was similar to Orlando in terms of armor, figure, and hair color. Edward walked over and said, "This is a substitute I prepared for my lord. Let him take the place of your lord. Even though there is a distance between them, King Pingxi can't tell the truth from the fake."
"You're thoughtful." Orlando shook his head and said, "But no need, I'll do it. Since I want to beat King Xi, I have to do it myself. There are too many variables for a substitute."
"You have to think about it, I can't guarantee that there is no danger."
Orlando said indifferently: "There is no security in war, it's settled like this."
"OK then."
Then some details were discussed, and the meeting was considered over. After everyone left, Orlando did not leave, Edward looked at him: "What's the matter?"
"You all go out, I have something to talk to the count." Orlando dismissed the rest of the people, reached out to pick up one of the models and said, "Edward Earl, I am confused about one thing. When we were attacked the night before yesterday, I I am sure that the signal has been released. Logically speaking, your Dark Blade should have received the signal, but until Miss Annie appeared, why didn’t I see any support.”
Edward said expressionlessly: "Actually, after receiving the news, I was already preparing to rescue you. It's just that Ms. Anne moved faster. By the time our support troops are ready to leave, you have already arrived at the Bauhinia Flower City."
"Really?"
"Does Lord Orlando think I will abandon you?"
Orlando looked at him and said: "Under the circumstances at that time, you didn't have anyone strong enough to rival King Pingxi. If you organize manpower support, it's very likely that you can't rescue me even if you accompany all the soldiers and horses in. So with In terms of your personality, it is not impossible to treat me as an abandoned child, what do you think?"
Edward smiled faintly: "But the fact is that you are safe and sound, and the result is always more important than the process, isn't it?"
Orlando shook his head and said, "Although you are from Allen, to be honest, I don't have any confidence in cooperating with you. My lord, I don't mind being an abandoned child. I know that in war, what the superiors have to measure is far from It's a matter of one person, but a battle of the game. But if you want to do this, please tell me frankly, it will at least let me know that my death is worthwhile."
"If it was Allen, I think he would do it."
Say that and leave.
Edward looked at the closed door, tapped it lightly on the table with his fingers, and suddenly flicked it hard, as if to vent. Then he sighed: "But I'm still not him."
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