MMORPG: War God, You are Invincible Again-Chapter 1448 - 43: Preparing for War

Though the war between the Da Qin and Qi Kingdom needs to be fought, it is difficult to start the decisive battle immediately. The reason is quite simple, as other nations are also returning.

This is a personal vendetta belonging to that era; the nations once destroyed by Da Qin died with dissatisfaction. They were not fools, and once they knew they could resurrect, they anticipated Da Qin’s resurrection.

Thus, this time the Qi Kingdom is merely bait sent by the other Six Kingdoms.

Although Zuo Shahe boasts arrogantly about self-reliance verbally, in practice, before Da Qin Army’s mobilization, countless scouts were deployed for a carpet search of the surroundings.

Zuo Sha Heng arrived beside Zuo Shahe, bowed respectfully: "Your Majesty, the scouts have detected the traces of the other Five Countries. Do you think this time, we should avoid the sharp edge?"

Zuo Shahe glanced at Zuo Sha Heng and laughed: "Oh? You, once a distinguished Da Qin General charging into battle and capturing forts, always at the forefront, now after dying once, have become so cautious?"

Upon hearing Zuo Shahe’s words, Zuo Sha Heng scratched his head with embarrassment: "That was because I was young and reckless, disobedient to military orders, eager for glory, resulting in stirring up a lot of trouble for Your Majesty. Thinking back, it’s indeed quite embarrassing."

"Haha, did not expect you to repent one day! Back then, not respecting military strength and acting on impulse, although the battle was won, do you know how many people filed complaints against you? Our grand country requires courage and fearlessness in warfare, not reckless disregard for military might. I have my considerations for this battle, prepare for war, Da Qin will fight this encounter; it’s a provocation from the Six Kingdoms against us. The strength of Da Qin will not alter despite their resurrection. They fear us and thus wish to temper Da Qin’s sharpness, setting up bait. By winning this battle, it would boost their morale; otherwise, they’d never dare open war against us. This battle must be fought to demonstrate Da Qin’s spirit; as Da Qin’s most distinguished General, you must lead the charge and achieve the first battle honor, do not disappoint me!"

Upon hearing Zuo Shahe’s words, Zuo Sha Heng quickly kneeled on one knee, fist against palm, bowing: "I, Zuo Sha Heng, will fulfill Your Majesty’s trust without fail!"

"Good, prepare for battle then, I will assign the Da Qin Dragon Banner Army to you for command. Just face-off against Zhao Country’s army, if there’s an ambush, you needn’t worry, I’ll arrange someone to handle them."

After attending to Zuo Sha Heng, Zuo Shahe sat at the center of the main hall, summoned another member of the Zuo Sha Clan.

"Minister Zuo Sha Wu’an greets Your Majesty!" Zuo Sha Wu’an kneeled on both knees, bowing deeply.

"Minister Wu An, I’ve sought you now to understand our current internal situation in Da Qin, do you have specific statistics?"

At the remark, Zuo Sha Wu’an spoke unhurriedly: "Since Your Majesty gathered some old forces and reconstructed the Daqin Palace, Da Qin subjects continuously return according to yesterday’s latest statistics. Currently, there are most returns by Da Qin Army, specifically the Dragon Banner Army, nearly matching past establishment with 86,384 actual personnel. For the Da Qin’s first Sword Battle Camp, the returned numbers differ greatly from previous records, initially should have 800,000 personnel, but now less than 100,000 have returned. Other Da Qin forces and camps have returned numbers at about one-third; I shall detail and record them for your review."

Upon hearing Zuo Sha Wu’an’s report, Zuo Shahe frowned slightly, dissatisfied with the numbers; Da Qin didn’t have a large army initially, each victory against the Six Nations was big, the final two nations were defeated swiftly. Da Qin walked a path of elite forces, not relying on sheer numbers for advantage.

Thus, every Da Qin soldier is exceedingly valuable, especially knowing many, including the Seven Countries, are resurrecting, many once dead will revive and fight once more.

Though steered by the highest will of Taichu Evil Thought, it doesn’t hinder these Undead battling for supremacy within the Hanqiu Mountain Realm.

For Da Qin to be such a dominator, it needs forces far exceeding the filled past numbers.

"How about Da Qin’s subjects? How many returned?"

On this, Zuo Sha Wu’an pondered a moment and then said: "The number isn’t large, concerning the past record of 80 million Da Qin subjects, now fewer than 600,000 have returned, mostly fit adults, almost no elderly, weak, or women."

For this news, Zuo Shahe was somewhat pleased; they are Undead, expecting continued reproduction? Fighting back and forth, in essence, is to relive life’s significance, adding range to this revived timeline. Therefore, having many elderly, weak, or women wouldn’t bring new population to Da Qin; it’s better without them.

"Since so, integrate returning Da Qin subjects into the military, Da Qin doesn’t require construction now but needs to expand forces, let Da Qin once more stand atop the world!"

"As you command, I will handle it immediately though training troops require time. Please be lenient, Your Majesty."

On hearing this, Zuo Shahe chuckled: "I’m no unreasonable person, proceed as needed, I know training takes time, won’t use those new recruits soon."

After Zuo Sha Wu’an departed, Zuo Shahe’s face revealed a hint of worry.

Quite simply, Da Qin’s current forces are insufficient to directly confront the combined forces of the Six Kingdoms, sacrifices are inevitable.

"Someone, summon the Generals for council!"

Soon, many of Da Qin’s top generals gathered before Zuo Shahe.

"Your Majesty, mentioned fighting the Qi Kingdom’s army earlier, why delay the troops?" A Da Qin General asked, appearing somewhat impatient, evidently a combat-ready individual.

With this General speaking out, many others echoed in agreement.

"Indeed, it’s only the 700,000 Zhao Country troops, we just need to send 200,000 to 300,000 troops to consume them entirely and incidentally boost our strength. Such a matter is surely worthwhile, we must seize time, otherwise those brats might escape."

"Silence!" Zuo Shahe raised a hand, interrupting their remarks, looking around, he said: "Is your mind only set for war?"

"Uh..."

This rendered all Generals speechless, in Da Qin based on Titan’s ancient traditions, the Generals in command concerning military strategy essentially had little research, adhering to the creed of the strong prevailing.

So, Da Qin Generals are highly capable fighters, capable of formidable battles, achieving victory with fewer against many, possessing unmatched bravery yet using brains depends on their aptitude.

However, most generals are limb-oriented and simple-minded.

Thus generally, Da Qin’s Generals are accompanied by a strategist role for strategic insight yet unskilled in battle.

This time the resurrection location was random; most strategists unskilled in battle didn’t return alive to Da Qin; meanwhile, strategists also handle logistics and supplies.

However, post-resurrection as Undead, they neither eat nor drink, leaving few returning strategists assigned by Zuo Shahe to the Prime Minister, aiding in rebuilding Da Qin’s national framework, staffing, and logistics.

Absent strategists for situational analysis, these warriors indeed are single-minded.

Zuo Shahe helplessly rubbed his temples, then said: "I can now responsibly tell you, those 700,000 Zhao Country troops approaching us are bait from the other Six Kingdoms. Once we engage, we’ll face combined encirclement from the past Six. Now, you know the scheme behind it, do you still believe this battle should be fought?"