Chapter 522: Entering the Pit
Deputy General Lin was well aware of the higher-ups’ hidden agenda—they aimed to eliminate Su Ping and Qin Silong.
Qin Silong’s temporary promotion to major general was a calculated move to boost his confidence and arrogance. Despite being assigned 10,000 troops, in reality, only 5,000 were combat-ready. The objective was to set Qin Silong against a rebellious organization boasting 15,000 members.
Though holding a higher official position as deputy general, Deputy General Lin’s age and physical limitations made it challenging to navigate mountainous terrain and lead troops into battle. His primary purpose in participating was to undermine others while taking advantage of the potential for battle achievements.
Deputy General Lin hoped Qin Silong would be fortunate enough to breach the entrance and castle, securing military credits. Then, during an unguarded moment, he planned to arrange for someone to eliminate Qin Silong and Su Ping.
The condition for success was that Qin Silong had to lead the initial attack during the general assault. If any resistance was encountered, Deputy General Lin intended to withdraw his forces, using the enemy to eliminate Qin Silong. Afterward, he would lead his troops back to camp, awaiting reinforcements.
The higher-ups assured that reinforcements would be dispatched when needed, with the sheer numerical superiority ensuring victory.
Eager to complete the mission and swiftly return to the military camp with his military achievements, Deputy General Lin was unwilling to endure further delays. Witnessing Qin Silong’s agreement to his proposal, he felt a surge of satisfaction as he delved into the details of Qin Silong’s battle plan and personnel arrangements.
Tomorrow morning, Chiliarch Wang would lead the feint attack, commanding 1,000 regular troops and 1,000 temporary troops. All four chiliarchs had roles in the feint, with Qin Silong reserving his appearance for the crucial night during the general attack.
Qin Silong’s plan was to entice Deputy General Lin into a trap he had set.