A thousand-year-old family begins with one fighting against ten thousand.

"Gentlemen, the rebel offensive is becoming increasingly fierce, which is good news for us."

The generals under General Geshuhan gathered together, trying to dispel their doubts and concerns.

Why do you think they've changed so much?

Goshuhan asked a general.

"This humble general is unaware."

The general was somewhat bewildered. Why had the rebels suddenly changed so drastically?

"It's actually very simple; it's because we put too much pressure on them."

"Don't forget, we represent not only ourselves, but also the imperial court."

"The rebels are suddenly in such a panic, probably because the imperial reinforcements are about to arrive, and they are worried and afraid."

"They wanted to capture Fanyang before the imperial reinforcements arrived."

Geshuhan's words made the eyes of many generals light up.

Yes, that's the only plausible explanation.

The imperial reinforcements are almost here.

If they can hold out for a few more days, the imperial reinforcements will arrive, and then the balance of power will shift.

"Go back and get some rest. The rebels' attacks will be incredibly fierce these next few days, so we need to be fully prepared."

"I'll leave to you tonight," Geshuhan said slowly, then looked at another general.

The general surnamed Wang quickly clasped his hands in a fist salute, "General, rest assured, as long as my head is still on my neck, Fanyang will absolutely not fall."

The generals dispersed, spreading the exciting news throughout the military camp. In an instant, the atmosphere in the camp, which had been oppressive due to the fierce battle, was filled with vitality and hope again.

Geshuhan walked around the wounded soldiers' camp, comforting the wounded soldiers, and then inspected the city's defenses again.

The intensity of the battle during the day was so high that, in theory, the rebels should be exhausted and wouldn't attack the city again tonight. Geshuhan had a bad feeling.

"General, what brings you here?"

When Wang Run saw Geshu Han, he quickly came to greet him.

Ge Shuhan frowned, because he saw that Wang Run had actually come out of the room.

"General Wang, why aren't you on duty on the city wall?"

Wang Run stammered, "General, I just came back to use the restroom."

Geshuhan saw through Wang Run's little scheme at a glance and was a little angry.

"It seems you didn't take what I just said to heart at all."

"This is a critical moment, how dare you abandon your post?!"

"The night is extremely bright tonight. What if the rebels attack at this time?"

"Without a general to assist in the defense, the enemy could probably charge up the city walls and capture Fanyang before we arrive."

As Geshuhan spoke, he grew increasingly angry, and his tone became colder.

Wang Run broke out in a cold sweat and quickly explained, "Don't worry, Commander, I've arranged all the defenses. There's absolutely no danger."

"Hmph, I hope so!"

"Come on, let's take a look together. If there are any problems, we won't let you off easily!"

Wang Run sighed inwardly. The defenses he had hastily set up today would naturally have loopholes. Who would have thought that he would run into Geshu Han, who came to inspect the city's defenses, right after Geshu Han had emphasized the importance of the next few days.

With a heart full of trepidation, Wang Run followed behind Geshuhan, praying in his heart that Geshuhan would not discover these loopholes.

But Geshuhan was a veteran general, and how could these defensive loopholes on the city walls escape his keen eyes!

The more he looked, the angrier Geshuhan became.

The city's defenses were riddled with flaws; it was fortunate that he came. Had he not come, and the enemy had attacked the city, the consequences would have been unimaginable.

"Neglect of duty! Neglect of city defenses! Wang Run, how many heads do you have to be executed by military law?!"

The angrier Geshuhan became, the calmer he became. He glanced coldly at Wang Run and began to adjust the city's defenses.

Wang Run curled his lip, somewhat unconvinced.

The fighting was so fierce during the day, how could the enemy have the strength and morale to attack at night?

Do you really think he's a general who hasn't read any military books and only relied on bravery to fight his way up?

He comes from the Wang clan of Taiyuan, one of the five prominent families with seven distinguished lineages. His family has a long history of learning, having been passed down from Wang Jian, a famous general of the Qin Dynasty. He has been well-versed in military strategy since childhood and is no ordinary person.

In his opinion, there would be absolutely no night raid tonight.

If he does, he'll eat shit while standing upside down!

Whether it was Wang Run's flag or not, Ge Shuhan had just finished adjusting the city's defenses and was standing on the city gate tower when he noticed something unusual happening in the distance.

If it weren't for the clear skies and bright moonlight bathing the earth tonight, Geshuhan wouldn't have been able to detect that tiny anomaly.

Could that be enemy troops launching a night raid?!

Geshuhan stared intently at that spot, not daring to blink.

After half an incense stick's time, Geshuhan finally noticed that the black area, which was darker than the rest of the area, had actually lightened.

Instead, a location closer to the city was where the blackness spread even more intensely.

Something came from there to a location closer to Fanyang City, and as for what that thing is, there is no doubt!

"Awaken Generals Cheng Changyin, Qin Qia, Xue Ping, and Luo Ying, and tell them that the enemy has launched a night attack!"

"Make sure they keep a low profile and don't alert the rebels, lest they launch a fierce attack!"

Geshuhan glared at Wang Run. If it weren't for his sudden urge to check on the city's defenses today, Fanyang would probably have fallen today.

Wang Run also stared wide-eyed at that spot, but found nothing.

But he also knew that Geshuhan would never fabricate something out of thin air, and his face immediately turned pale.

The mistake he made today can be described as extremely serious. Calling it dereliction of duty would be too lenient. This is a battlefield, and his behavior is simply playing with the 30 troops inside the pass and the imperial court's northern defense line!

"General...I...!"

Wang Run looked at Ge Shuhan with a deathly pale face, the pleading in his eyes almost tangible.

Geshuhan snorted coldly, but now was the time when he needed men, and killing a general in battle was a major taboo. Otherwise, he would have cut off Wang Run's head right now.

"When the rebels attack the city later, perform well, redeem yourself through meritorious service, otherwise, General Wang should be well aware of the imperial court's military law."

Wang Run nodded hurriedly, gripped his weapon tightly, and stared intently in the direction Ge Shuhan was looking.

Whether he lives or dies depends on tonight!