“Chapter 315: Luring the Enemy to Attack the City

"Chapter 315: Luring the Enemy to Attack the City

"Since you don’t like asking others for help, why not hold power in your own hands, Sir?"

"With enough power in your hands, why would you need to ask others for anything?" Even if that person is the Second Prince.

Chu Jin's words were truly from the heart.

Not only did he want to help the Second Prince win over Qin Xiaoyao, but it was also a sincere suggestion from a friend.

In his heart, Qin Xiaoyao was born for the battlefield, destined to shine and achieve great deeds.

Qin Xiaoyao was stunned, lowering her head without a response.

Seeing this, Chu Jin continued, "For example, take the matter of Master Song."

"If you held a military rank, would those officials in the yamen dare to arrest Master Song?"

Qin Xiaoyao remained silent.

"Also, the matter with Xiao Tu."

"If you were a high-ranking general in our army, even if Xiao Yuan sought revenge for Xiao Tu, who in the Great Jin court would dare suggest using you to appease his anger?!"

"Not only would no one dare to make such a suggestion, but everyone would praise your bravery. Killing Xiao Yuan’s grandson would enhance the prestige of our Great Jin."

Qin Xiaoyao’s heart raced.

"It’s not too late to change your mind, Sir..." Chu Jin had already turned to look at Qin Xiaoyao. His eyes were serious, filled with full expectation.

Being an ordinary civilian versus a battle-hardened general meant completely different things to the Second Prince and the court.

And if she wanted to, she could become a general. I will definitely help her.

Qin Xiaoyao was moved.

After a long pause, she finally raised her head and met Chu Jin’s eyes.

Seeing the sincerity in Chu Jin’s eyes, Qin Xiaoyao finally nodded.

"Alright."

Hearing this, Chu Jin’s eyes lit up instantly.

He quickly poured a cup of wine for both of them.

"Cheers!" he exclaimed.

Qin Xiaoyao’s lips curved into a smile, "Drink!" she responded.

The two then enjoyed a hearty drinking session, finishing the three remaining jugs of wine on the table.

Afterward, they headed to the southern city gate tower.

"Now, there are still four thousand Liao soldiers outside. Since you wish to achieve greatness, Sir, do you have a good strategy to repel the enemy?" Chu Jin pointed toward the Liao camp outside the city and asked Qin Xiaoyao.

Qin Xiaoyao looked in the direction Chu Jin pointed.

She fell silent for a moment.

"Commander Chu, do you think the Liao Army will attack the city tonight?" Qin Xiaoyao followed up.

Chu Jin smiled.

"I’m not sure, but I hope they do."

After all, he had prepared thoroughly over the past two days.

Even though the Liao Army outnumbered his forces, he had defensive city machinery.

With the entire army united as one, along with Mr. Qin and the special training team, the chances of the Liao Army capturing the city walls were low.

Instead, they might even manage to eliminate quite a few Liao soldiers in the process.

Qin Xiaoyao turned her head to look at Chu Jin, "You’re quite confident?" she asked with a smile.

Chu Jin nodded with a smile.

"Though they outnumber us, their hearts are not united. We are well-prepared, so we have nothing to fear."

Qin Xiaoyao smiled and nodded.

"That’s true."

After a moment of thought, she continued, "Since that's the case, how about we compel them to attack the city?"

"Do you have a plan, Mr. Qin?" Chu Jin's eyes brightened.

Qin Xiaoyao smiled.

"It’s not a brilliant plan, but let me tell you, and you can decide if it's worth trying."

"I’m eager to hear it!" Chu Jin's eyes were full of anticipation.

"If they don’t come, I’ll lead the special training team out."

"We’ll eliminate a few hundred of them, then pretend to be overwhelmed and retreat, feigning injury, retreating towards the city gate to lure them into pursuit."

"They will likely seize the opportunity to press their advantage and assault the city to capture or eliminate me, the murderer of Xiao Tu."

"Then, it will be up to you."

Chu Jin nodded, finding the plan quite feasible.

"Furthermore, once we enter the city, we’ll immediately head to the North Gate. Then, with the special training team and the soldiers from the North Gate, we’ll exit the North Gate and circle around to the rear of the Liao camp to the south of the city. We’ll catch them off guard."

If the Liao soldiers attacked the city, they would likely commit most of their forces to ensure success.

As long as the remaining Liao soldiers numbered fewer than 1,500, with the element of surprise, she was confident they could decimate the Liao camp.

Chu Jin’s eyes lit up.

"What a brilliant plan!" he exclaimed excitedly. "Mr. Qin, you are truly a genius!"

Qin Xiaoyao raised the corner of her mouth.

"This battle requires our coordination to succeed. You must hold the city gate; otherwise, everything will be for naught. Losing Huanghua Town would mean defeat, even if we destroy the Liao camp."

Chu Jin nodded in agreement.

"Rest assured, we will hold our ground to the death!" Chu Jin replied solemnly.

A cunning glint flashed in Qin Xiaoyao's eyes.

"How about we give it a try?" she asked with a smile.

"Haha, alright! Let's give it a try!" Chu Jin replied with a laugh.

And so, Qin Xiaoyao swiftly issued orders.

The special training team quickly gathered at the South Gate.

After hearing Qin Xiaoyao's mission instructions, they followed her out of the city.

Due to the previous continuous attacks by the special training team, the Liao forces outside the South Gate had become much more vigilant.

However, despite this, many of the outer guards were silently eliminated by the special training team.

Before long, once the special training team was exposed, a fierce battle ensued.

Qin Xiaoyao stood out prominently, taunting that she would slay the new Liao commander just as she had slain Xiao Tu.

The special training team members echoed her, roaring like wolves as they followed their leader, engaging in a frenzied slaughter.

The Liao Army fought back fiercely.

Though the commander did not appear, a large number of Liao soldiers came forward to engage in battle with the special training team.

Moreover, the Liao troops who arrived were highly disciplined, including not only infantry but also cavalry and archers.

Clearly, the enemy was well-prepared.

Qin Xiaoyao was unsurprised by this. She continued to fight alongside the special training team for a while, then deliberately feigned weakness and pretended to be injured.

She then ordered a retreat.

During the retreat, she deliberately feigned two more injuries.

At the same time, she instructed the special training team to retreat slowly, appearing as if they could be overtaken at any moment.

The Liao soldiers pursued them, chasing the special training team all the way to the South Gate.

"Quick! Open the gate!" Qin Xiaoyao urgently shouted to the city tower, looking utterly disheveled.

The gate quickly opened, allowing Qin Xiaoyao and her team to enter.

Immediately after, the Liao soldiers who were chasing them also arrived.

The soldiers on the city tower, seeing the Liao soldiers within range, immediately ordered the archers to fire.

Many of the Liao soldiers at the forefront were hit, halting their advance.

By this time, Qin Xiaoyao had already ascended the South Gate, looking down at the Liao army that had been pursuing her.

In particular, she focused on a small Liao army leader.

It was this man who had pursued her the most fiercely, shouting that he would capture her alive.

"Hmph! If you have the guts, come in and catch me, the murderer of Xiao Tu, and claim your reward from Xiao Yuan!" Qin Xiaoyao taunted.

The small Liao army leader's gaze turned cold.

"Just wait!" he gritted his teeth.

"Haha! Alright, this Xiaowei will wait right here! If you don't come, you're a craven!" Qin Xiaoyao shouted loudly.