After listening to the advice, I rebelled and became an emperor of all ages

Chapter 309: Overwhelmed, Dilemma

In the rebel camp, a tense atmosphere was spreading. The soldiers were like a taut string, ready to face the coming attack at any time.

An hour later, "Boom..." the sound of rolling horse hooves rang out again, shaking people's hearts.

The direction of the dust seemed to indicate that a new battle was about to begin.

Everyone held their breath, staring nervously into the distance.

The soldiers held their weapons tightly in their hands, their eyes showing vigilance and determination.

The difference is that this time the rebels have made preparations for defense. Archers around the camp are already in position, and spears are held high in the hands of the soldiers, ready to meet the enemy's attack.

However, as the sound of horse hooves got closer, a sense of uneasiness arose in the hearts of the rebels.

The Northern Barbarians' attack was also a feint to the east and attack in the west, just like before, with only thunder but no rain.

The soldiers knew in their hearts that the Northern Barbarians' tactics had put them in trouble more than once.

"What tricks are they going to play this time?" a young soldier asked in a low voice, with confusion and nervousness in his eyes.

"Don't panic, be prepared!" The old general responded in a deep voice, his eyes as sharp as torches, staring at the dust in the distance.

He knew that although the Northern Barbarians' tactics were disturbing, he could handle them with ease as long as he remained calm.

However, this time the Northern Barbarian Army seemed to be more cunning. Although the soldiers of the rebel army were mentally prepared, they were unable to defend themselves against the Northern Barbarians' repeated tactics.

Whenever they thought the enemy was going to attack from a certain direction, the Northern Barbarians would always change direction at the last moment, putting the rebels in a passive position.

"What on earth does this northern barbarian want to do? When did he become so cunning?" a soldier muttered dissatisfiedly, his voice sounding particularly harsh in the tense atmosphere.

"That's right, so fussy and not straightforward at all!" another soldier echoed, feeling increasingly annoyed with the Northern Barbarians' strategy.

"It's clear that the Northern Barbarian Army doesn't want us to live in peace!" someone said indignantly, his hatred for the enemy growing day by day.

"Well, once or twice is okay, but if it happens three or four times, I'm afraid it will be too much trouble for us!" An old soldier sighed, his expression full of fatigue.

Their nerves are about to collapse after experiencing repeated tension and anxiety.

At this moment, the dust in the distance rolled up again. The soldiers of the rebel army felt nervous and raised their weapons, ready to fight.

However, this time the sound of horse hooves seemed to become distant again, and the Northern Barbarian cavalry changed direction again in an instant and rushed to the other side.

"They are trying to make a feint to the east and attack in the west again!" A trace of anger flashed in the general's eyes, and he was secretly angry. "Pass the order down, stay alert and pay attention to the movement in the southeast!"

However, despite the general's orders, the soldiers still felt a sense of powerlessness in their hearts.

Although they knew the strategy of the Northern Barbarians, they were still unable to accurately judge the enemy's true goal. Every feint made them tired, and their morale gradually weakened in this endless consumption.

"Look, there's movement in the east again!" a soldier suddenly shouted, his eyes fixed on the darkness in the distance, his face full of panic.

"Quick, prepare to meet the enemy!" The general gave orders hurriedly, feeling secretly anxious.

He knew very well that if the northern barbarian cavalry took the opportunity to attack from the flank, the rebel army would be in an even more dangerous situation.

However, everyone's movements seemed slow, and they were extremely tired of the Northern Barbarians' tricks.

Every alarm made them exhausted and it was difficult for them to concentrate.

"Quick! Concentrate your forces in the east!" The general's voice sounded again, with unquestionable majesty.

The soldiers adjusted their formations and gathered towards the east, but they could not get rid of the invisible feeling of oppression in their hearts.

At this moment, the Northern Barbarian cavalry launched another charge and quickly rushed from the flank of the rebel army. The rebel soldiers were suddenly faced with the crisis of being attacked from both front and back.

"Enemy attack! Enemy attack!" someone shouted in panic. The rebel army's defense line was torn apart in an instant, and the soldiers fled in chaos.

"Don't panic! Organize a defense line!" The general desperately commanded and tried to reorganize the soldiers, but the chaotic scene made him feel powerless.

The northern barbarian cavalry swept in like a storm, and the rebel army's formation was disrupted in an instant.

"We must resist them!" The general gritted his teeth in his heart and tried his best to boost the morale of the soldiers. "For our homeland, for our freedom, we must not retreat!"

However, despite his efforts to shout, the rebel soldiers had already fallen into panic, and the scene before them made them feel despair.

The northern barbarian cavalry attacked like a storm, and the rebel camp was completely destroyed at this moment.

However, just as what had happened before them, whenever their reinforcements arrived, the Northern Barbarian Army would quickly retreat, leaving them no room to fight back.

The soldiers were filled with resentment. They had been well prepared, but were always played around by the enemy.

"Damn those northern barbarians!" A soldier clenched his fists and cursed angrily, "How can they be so cunning? They always slip away when we are ready!"

"We also want to ride on our war horses and intercept the Northern Barbarian Army, but firstly, our war horses are not as elite as those of the Northern Barbarians and we simply cannot catch up with their speed; secondly, if we leave the camp and the camp loses its defense, I'm afraid it will play right into the hands of the Northern Barbarians." Another soldier sighed helplessly, with powerlessness and frustration in his eyes.

"Especially now that it's pitch black outside, and we don't know what kind of ambush the Northern Barbarians have set up outside, it's too risky to rush out rashly." Another veteran said, his tone full of deep thought. They all understood that the Northern Barbarians' tactics put the rebels in a dilemma.

Despite this, in such a difficult situation, the rebels still held their positions and did not dare to slack off in the slightest.

As the night grew darker, the flickering torches in the camp illuminated many determined faces.

There was a gleam of determination in everyone's eyes. Although their hearts were filled with fatigue and anxiety, they understood that only by persisting could they wait for the dawn and find an opportunity to break through the difficulties.

At this time, inside the big tent, Lin Zhongyun's face turned pale, and he looked extremely solemn as he listened to the report of casualties.

His heart was filled with anxiety and uneasiness. Although the Northern Barbarians' attacks were only localized and their casualties were not great, the constant attacks exhausted the soldiers and dealt a huge blow to their morale.

"General, the morale of the soldiers is getting lower and lower. If this continues, I'm afraid the army's morale will be completely broken." Yuan Jingxin reminded in a low voice with a worried look on his face.

"I understand." Lin Zhongyun's voice was low and firm, "If we continue to let the Northern Barbarians continue to toss and turn like this, I'm afraid we will face a greater crisis in a few days.

When the Northern Barbarians actually launch an attack, we will have no choice but to fight back without being able to effectively counterattack."

He clenched his fists, a hint of determination flashed in his eyes, and he secretly thought of a countermeasure in his mind.

The pressure of fighting was like a mountain pressing on his shoulders, and he knew that he had to find a way to reverse this passive situation.

"The plan of the northern barbarians is really vicious. We can't wait passively any longer." Lin Zhongyun suddenly stood up and looked at the generals present with a firm gaze, his voice full of urgency and anger. "They want to harass us like this and make us very annoyed."

The generals present nodded one after another, feeling indignant at the Northern Barbarians' schemes.

Lin Zhongyun knew that the strategy of the Northern Barbarians was not a simple surprise attack, but a psychological tactic. They tried to weaken the morale and combat effectiveness of the rebels through constant harassment, causing them to gradually collapse in anxiety and fear.

"We understand that lighting a bonfire can certainly dispel the darkness around us, but it will undoubtedly expose our troop deployment to the eyes of the Northern Barbarians." Lin Zhongyun continued, his tone thoughtful, "It is precisely because the Northern Barbarians know our troop deployment that they dare to launch surprise attacks on us again and again."

He looked around and saw the generals' faces showing deep thoughts, and he was secretly relieved. However, the next question made him feel extremely difficult.

"But now I can't put out all the campfires in the camp." Lin Zhongyun's voice became low, "If that were to happen, it would certainly prevent the Northern Barbarians from seeing our troop deployment, but it would also provide excellent cover for their attack.

We will be surrounded by enemies on all sides, without even the chance to fight back."

The generals nodded silently, knowing the truth in their hearts. Although the fire in the camp exposed their strength, in the darkness, the soldiers would become extremely vulnerable and lose their sense of direction and security.

"We can say that we are now in a dilemma." Lin Zhongyun's voice became more determined, "We can't drag it on like this any longer.

Our forces are already insufficient. If we continue to be harassed by the Northern Barbarians, when they launch a real attack, we will be powerless to resist and may even be completely defeated."

"Your Highness, what are your plans?" Yuan Jingxin broke the silence, his eyes revealing a hint of anticipation and nervousness.

"I'm thinking of a bold plan." Lin Zhongyun's eyes sparkled, "We need to take the initiative to break the harassment strategy of the Northern Barbarians.

Since they always attack when we are least prepared, we have to catch them off guard when they least expect it."

"You mean, send out a team of elite cavalry to attack at night?" another general asked tentatively. Although he had some concerns in his heart, he deeply admired Lin Zhongyun's belief.

"That's right." Lin Zhongyun nodded firmly. "We can choose to quietly send a small group of cavalry in the dead of night to go around the flank of the Northern Barbarians and look for opportunities to launch a surprise attack. We must let the Northern Barbarians know that the rebels are not lambs that can be passively beaten!"

“But General, attacking at night is extremely risky. What if we are discovered by the Northern Barbarians…” The deputy general’s voice was filled with uneasiness, and he wanted to dissuade him.

"I understand the risks, but we have to take the risk now!" Lin Zhongyun's voice was sonorous and powerful, "If we continue to wait passively, morale will continue to decline, and eventually we will be unable to resist any attack.

We must let the soldiers see hope and the possibility of fighting back!"

The generals looked at each other, and excitement and anticipation surged in their hearts.

The shadow of the Northern Barbarians loomed over their heads, but at this moment, Lin Zhongyun's determination was like a ray of light, illuminating the darkness in their hearts.

"Okay! We support your plan!" said a veteran with a determined look in his eyes. "We are willing to follow you and take on this battle!"

"Then, start preparing immediately!" Lin Zhongyun's voice was full of power. "We need to select the most elite cavalry and get ready quickly. Time waits for no one, we must attack tonight!"

During the subsequent preparations, the expressions of the rebel soldiers gradually became firm, and the light of the torches illuminated their resolute faces.

Everyone understood that this battle not only concerned their survival, but also the future of the entire rebel army.

The night grew darker. Lin Zhongyun stood on a high point in the camp, looking down at the soldiers who were about to go off to battle, praying silently in his heart.

He knew that only in this life-and-death battle could he find a real way out.

Just like that, Yuan Jingxin took advantage of the cover of night and personally led several Wudang Flying Army soldiers out of the camp quietly, quietly waiting for the right opportunity.

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At the same time, Hu Yanhuan, whose plan of harassing the rebels was successful, stood on his horse with his sword in hand, looking up at the starry sky every night, his brows furrowed.

Although the night is still dark now, a hint of light has gradually appeared in the pitch-black night and it is beginning to turn dim.

All this indicates that it won’t be long before dawn.

"We don't have much time left!" Hu Yanhuan looked at the sky in front of him, his heart growing heavier and more anxious.

Hu Yanzhong, who had just returned on horseback, heard Hu Yanhuan sighing so deeply and could not help but feel puzzled. He said, "General, the rebel army has been annoyed by us. You should be happy. Why are you so sad now?"

"Eh!"

Hu Yanhuan turned his head and glanced at Hu Yanzhong, then said solemnly: "It will be dawn soon, and our plan to harass the rebels will soon fail. You only have less than two more times to attack."

Besides this, what made him feel even more heavy-hearted was that once daybreak came, it would mean that they would have to engage in a head-on conflict with the rebels, and then the advantages they had now would no longer exist.

Although their morale is high now, such an advantage is not enough for him.

The anxiety in his heart made him frown, and he clenched his fists tightly, and he became restless. "By the way, where is the Khan? If we can launch a joint attack with the Khan before dawn, it will undoubtedly be a huge blow to the rebel army."

Huyan Zhong also understood the importance of this matter, so he asked the scouts at the beginning, but did not get any information.

At this time, Li Zhongwu also noticed the movement here... (End of this chapter)