freenovelworld Chapter 519 Failure?
Chapter 519 Failure?
Chapter 519 Failure?
Moody was a messenger in the military.
He can use levitation magic to make objects briefly leave the ground.
Therefore, he moves lightly and can quickly move through any terrain.
Right now, he has brought Chris a significant advantage in the battle.
"Elder, the situation is very unfavorable," Moody's first words annoyed Chris.
"What's going on?" Chris asked irritably.
"The walls of Hedy Square are high and the defenses are strong; it is impossible to take it down in a short time."
Chris rolled his eyes at him: "Is it more sturdy than Thick-skinned Plaza?"
It was a true fortress, while Hedy Square was at best an economic hub.
"It's different, you know, the weather played a big role back then."
Chris's face turned cold: "The blizzard still hasn't stopped."
"But back then the natural disaster had just struck, while now people have anticipated it and are quite well prepared."
"So you're saying the victory depended on the weather, not on the correctness of my decisions?"
Perhaps it was Chris's overly cold tone that caused the other party to immediately kneel down: "I didn't mean that. Elder, your military strategy is divine, even Elder Ainar is not as good as you. The tactics you have used so far can only be described as breathtaking."
In fact, Chris was also enlightened about the methods of commanding the great battle from Greta's apostles.
But he learns everything very quickly.
After all, he used to be a conman, and to succeed in deceiving others, he had to make them believe the identity he had fabricated.
To demonstrate his professionalism, Chris would often quickly learn a trick or two.
To be honest, the reason Chris took the lead in the battle himself was because he understood that this was a critical time.
However, the progress of Ainar's frontline troops is not as Chris had hoped.
Some even questioned whether Chris was just pretending to know everything in his own bedroom.
Chris immediately decided to take control himself, so he transferred Enal away from the front lines to other fronts to organize defensive work.
Firstly, it was to express dissatisfaction with Ainar, and secondly, to prevent anyone from attributing the credit to him after a victory.
The result was sure to surprise everyone; Chris's command led to a series of victories.
Let his troops, like a dagger, pierce into the heart of the Eastern Community.
Right now, it's directly targeting Hedy Square.
Chris knew his own talent was exceptional and didn't need the other party's praise: "What I want is results, you understand? Save the flattery for the victory celebration!"
"But, Elder, as I have already said, the current situation is very unfavorable. Even without considering the weather, we have almost no chance of taking Hedy Square."
Seeing the other person's sincere attitude, Chris suppressed his emotions and asked, "What's the reason?"
Moody remained kneeling on the snow. He raised his head and said, "The main reason we took Thickskin Square was because their main force ambushed us outside the city, which led to their annihilation by us and Blizzard."
"But the people of Hedy Square were different. They didn't leave the city to fight at all. They just stayed on the city walls, retaliated from a distance, and tried to attack some siege equipment."
"As you know, Elder, because we marched at breakneck speed, we didn't bring any heavy equipment at all, and the siege weapons were also made on the spot."
"Of course, this might not be considered difficult in an army full of wizards, but it also means that there will be many obstacles to the siege."
"So now we have no way to fight the enemy in hand-to-hand combat, and they have no intention of coming out of the city to engage in battle."
Hearing this, Chris gritted his teeth and said, "But you also understand this is a forced march, so we're very far from our supply lines. And now we're deep in enemy territory, our supply lines are extremely long and highly likely to be intercepted. Therefore, we can't besiege the city. We have no choice but to attack, and we only have one chance!"
Summer is approaching, and that will be the time for the enemy to counterattack.
"I understand all of this, but you have to make a decision. In just one day, the army has already suffered a third of its losses."
"The enemy can't possibly be without casualties," Chris said.
"Much smaller than us," Moody said sadly. "As you know, Hedy Square is the enemy's transportation hub, where a large amount of supplies and weapons are stockpiled. The enemy's defensive strength will not decrease in the short term. But the intensity of our siege this time has clearly decreased."
"Elder, if it weren't for the blizzard, the enemy would have already discovered our casualties. If that were the case, their morale would be high, and we would have even less hope of victory."
Chris knew perfectly well.
But he had no choice.
The situation is extremely urgent; Chris must achieve a major victory within a month.
Otherwise, the financial situation of Central Plaza will collapse.
Those renowned wizards who have joined forces will eliminate these hastily produced goods with remarkable efficiency.
As a result, the Central Square, which had only been established for two years, was forced to face the fate of national subjugation.
Chris absolutely cannot allow this to happen.
Chris didn't answer; he just kept walking in the snow.
He looked up and saw a maid holding a snow umbrella for him.
The umbrella could shield him from the wind and snow, but it also blocked his view.
Just then, Chris's eyes suddenly lit up.
He told the maid, "Put the umbrella away."
The maidservant obeyed upon hearing this.
"Hahaha----"
Chris couldn't help but burst into laughter.
"Elder, what are you doing—"
Moody looked at Chris with a puzzled expression.
Chris stopped laughing, but a smile still lingered on his lips.
He confidently stated, "Order the withdrawal."
Upon hearing this, Moody laughed and said, "You've come to your senses?! I'll go and give the order right away."
Moody was originally a general, but after Chris took command of the army, he became his personal messenger.
He should be proud to be the king's voice.
However, he retained military power and regularly attended operational meetings.
Therefore, he would only offer his own opinions during the briefing.
Looking at Moody's departing figure.
He must think he persuaded us and thus saved the country, Chris thought, but brilliant ideas are always unpredictable.
The battle situation is unpredictable, just like fate.
But I happen to be the one who can seize fate!
The army withdrew very quickly.
Two hours later, the army arrived and joined Chris, braving the blizzard.
Afterwards, the army withdrew along the southwest route.
Half a day later, the army stopped to rest.
Moody also came to Chris's side: "Elder, although I haven't known you for long, I know you must be unwilling to accept this, but no one is immune to failure."
Chris laughed: "You think I failed?"
Moody was taken aback: "Elder, I don't mean to offend, but it's the truth. Actually, at first I thought that luring the enemy out of the city to fight was a more effective strategy than a forced siege. But even so, you miscalculated. They didn't come out at all, and seemed to have no interest in defeating you."
They're waiting for summer, idiots!
Chris looked at Moody with pity.
However, standing up, and amidst the enemy's horrified gaze, he ordered: "Rear guard to front guard, front guard to rear guard, surprise attack!"