My Inner Thought is Exposed! The Villain Family Defy Their Fate!

Chapter 545 - 273: This Plan Goes Against the Purpose of Our Mission (2)

"Hmm, why haven’t you gone back to the camp to rest?"

Yun Zheng smiled gently at him, maintaining the kindness and concern an elder should have.

"I am not tired, I came here to take a look at the Beidi army."

Mo Yuanhao once again shifted his gaze to the distant military camp, and Yun Zheng followed suit.

The two armies have been facing off for many days, neither side making the first move, each waiting for the other’s flaw, ready to strike fatally at the opportune moment.

"Commander, with the year-end approaching, this prolonged standoff is not a solution. Therefore, I intend to step out to test the enemy’s strength."

It has long been heard that Duo Chenheli is a valiant warrior, fighting like a deity. Mo Yuanhao has always wanted to pit his skills against him to see his level.

Unfortunately, Yun Zheng ordered the troops to remain stationary, preventing him from finding an opportunity.

Upon hearing this, Yun Zheng smiled slowly.

"Your Highness, do you know why I have kept ordering the troops to stay put?"

"Why?"

Mo Yuanhao frowned, subconsciously feeling that although the Beidi army is strong and powerful, the soldiers of Da Wu are no pushovers either.

Yun Zheng’s inaction must be due to his fear of Duo Chenheli, afraid that his streak of undefeated battles might be broken.

But now, with Yun Zheng bringing up this question, it indicates that his previous assumption might be incorrect.

Yun Zheng might have other plans.

"There are many reasons. Firstly, the Beidi troops live in harsh, cold environments year-round, making them more cold-resistant than our troops in Da Wu Country."

"In such extreme cold and harsh weather conditions, they have a natural advantage over us in battle."

"Engaging in combat with one’s shortcomings against another’s strengths is a grave mistake."

"Secondly, before our arrival, they had already secured a few small victories, gathering a large amount of food and resources, slaughtering our people and soldiers, thus boosting their morale."

"At this moment, engaging them in battle, even if victorious, would come at a great cost. In my eyes, a pyrrhic victory is no different from a loss, so it is not the best time to fight."

"Lastly, our supplies have not yet arrived, and we are extremely short on weapons and medicine. Should our soldiers get injured, they would have no medicine, suffering great pain and torment."

"As a general, not only must we defend our country, but we must also care for our soldiers and horses. They are the key to our warfare, the sharp blade of our nation. How can we disregard their lives?"

"Your Highness, I know you are young and energetic, ambitious, and you do not want to submit to Duo Chenheli. You wish to meet him in person, but now is truly not the right time for confrontation."

"Although Your Highness is skilled in martial arts, brave and battle-hardened, not all our soldiers are as valiant. Once the fight begins, there will be countless casualties."

"Countless families would be torn apart, which is not something I wish to see."

Having fought for so many years, Yun Zheng has always adhered to the principle of minimizing casualties and losses in every battle.

Without a guarantee of victory, he would rather hold the troops steady than recklessly engage in battle.

How can soldiers willingly risk their lives for a general who does not cherish them?

Hearing this, Mo Yuanhao remained silent for a moment.

He knew that what Yun Zheng said made a lot of sense, and he understood these reasons as well.

But, even if they engage in battle, it doesn’t necessarily mean it would be a pyrrhic victory.

Simply put, Yun Zheng doesn’t want their troops to suffer casualties. However, with two armies at war, it’s inevitable that blood will flow and corpses will pile up. How can there be no casualties?

"Are we just going to continue standing off against them like this?"

"Moreover, even if we stand still, they won’t cooperate forever. Once they’ve figured out our situation, they’re bound to make a move."

In recent days, Mo Yuanhao has been observing the enemy camp.

He noticed a significant decrease in the number of tents on the other side, which obviously means some people have left.

Whether those people have gone to deploy elsewhere, fetch reinforcements, or set up ambushes, it’s still unknown.

But he is certain that before long, the enemy will make a move.

"No matter, I have already ordered heightened vigilance, and next, Your Highness will have the arduous task of leading patrols in the vicinity, ensuring they find no loopholes."

Yun Zheng’s eyes shifted slightly, and a smile appeared on his lips.

During this period, he has certainly not merely kept the troops idle.

Outwardly inactive, in reality, he has planted numerous spies in the enemy camp.

He has also secretly selected a thousand strong and expert marksmen to form a cavalry camp.

Additionally, he has selected two thousand strong-armed warriors to practice throwing, preparing for upcoming counterattacks or raids.