Section 291 Explanation

"Time?" Robin still didn't understand Beller's meaning.

"Well, time. For some people," when they said this, Beller's face was full of a smile, but it was filled with a sense of regret. "Time is meaningless. For example, the two armies will fight to a decisive battle in a few days. Perhaps some generals do nothing, just wait anxiously for the opportunity to wield swords and guns, but truly smart people will make full use of these days..."

"But General, what can I do in this situation? Can I set up fortifications on the battlefield? This is impossible!" Robin shouted.

"Of course it's not about setting up fortifications... By the way, this is also possible, it's just that it's more difficult. Alas, you can't expect your enemy to be a fool... But he can get a more favorable strategic situation."

"What kind of strategic situation?"

"In our current situation, our General Ashrufate has at least three choices. The first is to move forward steadily, advance to the city of Gaohua to rescue the siege, be neither arrogant nor impatient, and look for a decisive opportunity. There is no disadvantage, but there is no advantage. In short, the final result will most likely become a real battle between the two sides on a plain near Gaohua City, with real swords and guns, and the winner will be 50% - entrusting everything to fate and the weapons in their hands."

"The second choice is to move forward steadily, but not seek a decisive battle. Build a strong camp and restrain the enemy's siege... In short, patience is used to compete with the enemy for logistics. I personally think that this is more likely to win - but there are still hidden dangers. Because the outcome of the battle is likely to depend on the logistics defense battle... The Chaos Legion will definitely try every means to destroy our army's supply line. This kind of battle will become a melee between thousands of people... The victory or defeat of thousands of people will determine the victory or defeat of hundreds of thousands of people. But in the battle of thousands of people, Chaos has a great advantage... After all, we cannot deny that their soldiers are more powerful and good at fighting... In short, although this tactic has a greater chance of winning, I personally estimate that 60 to 70% of it, it is destined to be a small victory. The main force of the Chaos Legion can definitely retreat safely to the White Fort. It won't take too long to have a new invasion."

Berel explained patiently, and Robin nodded vigorously.

"A final choice is more interesting. The entire army no longer sticks to Gaohua City, but goes around a little bit. Taking advantage of the opportunity that the Chaos Legion could not move, quickly detour the rear of the Chaos Legion and cut off the Chaos Legion's retreat. Then we choose the favorable terrain and wait for a decisive battle with the Chaos Legion! The Chaos Legion was cut off by our army and will inevitably give up Gaohua City and turn around to decide the victory and defeat with me."

"Ah!" Robin understood in an instant. "So that's the case. If this happens... the Chaos Legion must fight the decisive battle on the battlefield chosen by our army."

Robin also learned military theory, so he understood very well how beneficial it is for the army to be able to actively choose a battlefield. The battlefield environment, which is the "grace advantage" mentioned in the military books, often plays a great role. In fact, this does not require any particularly profound theories, but an obvious fact. For example, everyone admits that cavalry is stronger than infantry, and the amount of cavalry in the army is an important basis for the strength of combat. However, when two armies fight on a narrow battlefield, the cavalry will be completely suppressed and beaten by infantry.

"Not only that, but because we occupy the enemy's retreat, things will become... Once the enemy is defeated by our army, it will completely lose the possibility of retreating. The first tactic I just mentioned is that if our army wins, the Chaos Legion should lose more than half of it. The second tactic, if our army wins, the Chaos Legion will lose 30%... As for the last one, if our army wins, the Chaos Legion will be completely destroyed. Of course, the situation of our army is the same in turn."

"But..." Robin was already a little excited, "This is a very good tactic, what else should I hesitate about?"

If our army could cut off the retreat of the Chaos Legion, Robin thought about it, that is, they would cut off their logistics supply line. They did not have the ability to capture Gaohua City in a short time (the previous siege battle had already explained this). The only option was to withdraw the siege and go back to fight our army. At that time, our army would have at least three or five days to arrange the battlefield, which means that we could have plenty of time to build fortifications, and at least to build trenches and chest walls to protect our cannons and musket troops to exert their power. Think about it, how much advantage they would have in this way.

"Robin," Beral sighed clearly this time. "Just like what I taught you before, think more, think more, especially consider the details. Do you remember what I told you before? On the battlefield, you can only rely on the strong to bully the weak, and not defeat the strong with the weak. If anyone defeats the strong with the weak, it means that through correct dispatch and enemy mistakes, he formed the actual attack of the weak with the masses... In specific battles, on the front line, you can always rely on the strong to bully the weak, and you can only attack the weak with the masses!"

"General, can you explain it carefully?" Robin couldn't figure out where the general's concerns were. Only fools would not need such a good tactic. How great an advantage does it mean to arrange the battlefield in three or five days!

"If we were... a civil war between the seven kingdoms, then I, or Ashrufate, would choose this tactic without hesitation. But we were facing the Chaos Legion." Berel explained. "You know, the Chaos Legion... Although the Chaos Legion is commanded by a Chaos Lord called the Blood Tooth Lord, they are essentially a coalition army. The commander's control ability is not very strong. The subordinates of the four evil gods... Many of them even belong to a commander, still hated each other, believing that others are opponents to fight for power and profit and stumbling on the road to winning the favor of the gods. But if they face the crisis of life and death, the Chaos Legion may truly unite. In this way, perhaps it will be no longer a problem for them to capture Gaohua City!"

In the previous battle report from Gaohua City, although the fierce offensive of the Chaos Legion and the bloody battle between the two sides were recorded in detail, there were also some suspicious points. For example, the Chaos Wizards never made any efforts - the observation at the top of the city showed that a considerable number of Chaos Wizards joined the siege army, but in magical warfare, the magicians in Gaohua City had the advantage. The defenders can receive effective magic support every day, while the magic of the Chaos Legion rarely appeared. In fact, there were several times, the Chaos Legion could capture this strong city with just a little magical help.

The senior leaders of the coalition unanimously agreed that this showed the contradictions within the Chaos Legion (which is also common), so those Tsengchi wizards were working but not working.

"Ah..." Robin cried out.

"Once the Chaos Legion conquered Gaohua City, it was supplemented by the food and supplies stored in the city... Then the situation of this battle would be completely reversed." Berel said. "It will become the Chaos Legion with sufficient patience to wait slowly, but our army has to take the initiative to seek war... In other words, the Chaos Legion will choose and arrange the battlefield. Similarly, if our army is defeated, we will have no way to retreat and be completely wiped out... There should be only a few people who can escape this disaster. Groone... I'm afraid it will become a historical term from now on!"

"I understand!" Robin nodded. "Anyway, the benefits are great, but the risks are equally great."

"That's right." Beller nodded. "This is like a businessman doing business. It has the benefits of risk-free transactions and does not require any urging from others. Only those businesses with the same risks and benefits will make people think about it again and again before!"

After saying that, Beller paused. "But, I'm not optimistic."

"Why?"

"If I guessed correctly, Chaos will definitely try to do something to stop our army from taking action during this time."

...

Things were even more victorious than expected.

Of course, this is normal. Who is Pari? He is the son of General Rafa. He once helped his father take charge of the entire Groney Northern Legion. His influence in the army was deeply rooted and he had many party members. Even today, the situation changed, he was a century-legged worm and was not rigid, and he was considered a good senior army leader. Even the arrogant and domineering little queen in Eagle City could not give Pari a position as "deputy general".

And this city of Niustria was once like Parri's family territory. He once said the same thing in this city.

On the contrary, the girl named Peris was just an ordinary businessman's daughter - her father was not even a big businessman, let alone a title, aristocratic status, etc. He didn't even have his own chamber of commerce, shops and other things that were considered "foundation" for merchants. The merchant was a typical small businessman. He owned a small caravan including ten horses, four big carts, and twelve men (this number would include himself and his daughter), who ran around and made some hard money. And his business this time was not worth mentioning - in fact, he came wholesale tobacco from the Xianghai Chamber of Commerce and sent it to the military camp for a higher price.

The status, power and even wealth of the two are so disparate that Peris has no possibility of resistance at all. Of course, from another perspective, she may not want to resist at all, but regards it as a good opportunity. In short, in just one day, the deal was negotiated, and the respectable tobacco merchant sold his daughter for a good price.

Everyone made a profit in this deal. Parry got a girl who made him excited, and the businessman got a capital that could make him rich. The girl also got a backer who could make her live without worries about food and clothing and no longer work hard. Or at least on the surface.

In fact, almost no one, including Pari's own confidants, noticed the dissonance factor. Pari, who has never been considered lustful, seemed to become extremely anxious this time. Of course, this kind of thing was difficult to detect, and it can be explained in one word: "impulsive".

The candlelight sways, reflecting the infinite spring light in this room.

Pari sat naked on the edge of the bed and picked up a cigarette box from the table. This is a high-end tobacco produced by the Xianghai Chamber of Commerce. It is expensive and only for nobles or wealthy businessmen. Speaking of which, the Xianghai Chamber of Commerce has become famous now. The tobacco they appear on is well-known for its mellow and pleasantness. It is best-selling in all countries, and high-ranking officials and wealthy families are eager for it. At least in Groney, high-end tobacco from Tiberius is no longer best-selling.

He took out a cigarette, lit it, and took a sip. This was not his first time, but it was the first time he felt so satisfied. No, it cannot be said to be satisfied, but should be said to be ecstatic.

"Sir..." The beauty behind her supported half of her body. Pari looked sideways and saw the girl's slender, fair, impeccable thighs. The woman's body was pressed against his back. "What are you doing? Are you not resting?"

Her voice contained an indescribable temptation, which made Parry feel ready again. However, at least this time, reason prevailed.
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