Chapter 16: Attack Another City_1
"Wang Kui, this time you will lead the troops to block the Qin army’s attack. I have already sought the support of the other five nations. I hope you can learn from Pang Juan’s lesson!"
Showing his irritation at the civil officials’ lack of cooperation, Emperor Wei issued the order, glaring at a general in the front row. His tone carried a distinct threat.
What happened to Pang Juan?
After his defeat, every member of his family was executed.
The underlying meaning of this statement was clear: victory was the only option; failure was unacceptable.
"Your Majesty... Your humble servant obeys!"
Wang Kui trembled. He wanted to refuse, but upon seeing Emperor Wei’s expression, he held his tongue.
He had a strong premonition that refusing would not end well for him.
However, after accepting the mission, he was filled with deep regret. The Battle of Anyi Pass had decimated most of Wei Country’s elite forces. Furthermore, there were no strategic chokepoints to defend the thousand-mile stretch of land between Anyi Pass and Ye City.
Two of the key elements for military success—favorable conditions and strategic terrain—were already lost.