Chapter 172 – Danger Approaches
In the Commander’s residence at Yanchi Pass
A middle-aged man sat in the main hall, listening as his subordinates reported the outcome of the battle.
"...And with the grain and supplies in this city, we could hold out for half a year, even if we just defend the city and don’t invade any further," a deputy general reported.
"How could we just sit and defend?" The general chuckled lightly. "Our king’s ambitions go far beyond a small place like Yanchi Pass."
After speaking, the general paused, idly twisting the blood-red jade thumb ring on his finger. He softly said, "Taking Yanchi Pass is like driving a stake into the Ruen Dynasty’s heart. We now have the option of pressing south into Jibei or westward to Ningye. Now we’ll see how their peerless strategist plans to respond."
"Haha! General, General!" A booming laugh echoed from outside. Just as the voice trailed off, Wang Yuepi arrived in the doorway, blocking the entrance with a large shadow.
Still dressed in his armor, Wang Yuepi strode in and casually grabbed a stool, sitting down. The chair groaned under his weight.
The general smiled wryly, shaking his head as if resigned to Wang Yuepi’s mannerisms. He looked up and asked, "Black Bear, what is it?"
"Nothing, nothing..." Wang Yuepi waved his massive hand, chuckling. "I just wanted to ask if there’s been any word on orders. Where are we fighting next?"