Chapter 1678

"General, are you awake?" a soldier noticed Gu Yi walking out of the tent and hurriedly stepped forward to salute.

Gu Yi nodded gently, his gaze shuttling among the soldiers, every face entering his eyes; he secretly swore in his heart that he must bring these brothers home safely.

"Everyone has worked hard, get some good rest, we have more arduous tasks ahead," Gu Yi's voice was gentle yet firm, as if possessing an invisible power, allowing the soldiers' exhausted souls to receive a trace of comfort.

"Yes, General!" the soldiers answered in unison; although their voices carried a trace of fatigue, there was more of it being anticipation for the future and trust in Gu Yi.

Gu Yi turned to the deputy general and said: "Summon the generals, we need to have a meeting to discuss the next action plan."

The deputy general went to carry out the order, and soon, the generals under Gu Yi's command gathered in the tent. They sat around, the atmosphere serious and solemn.

"Everyone, although we have temporarily repelled Yuan Huan's large army, the war is far from over," Gu Yi began, his gaze sweeping over everyone present, "We must formulate a meticulous plan to ensure that we can finally achieve victory."

The generals nodded one after another, expressing agreement. They knew that Gu Yi was not only a brave warrior but also a general with a far-reaching strategic vision.

"I think we should take the initiative to strike before the reinforcements arrive to disrupt the enemy's deployment," a general suggested.

"No," Gu Yi shook his head, "Our current military strength is insufficient, and a rash attack will only give the enemy an opportunity. We should rely on the existing defensive fortifications, hold firm and wait for reinforcements, and then fight a decisive battle with the enemy after the reinforcements arrive."

Another general said: "However, if we keep holding firm, what if the enemy finds our weaknesses? Wouldn't we be sitting ducks?"

Gu Yi smiled slightly and said: "Holding firm does not mean being passively beaten. We must look for opportunities while holding firm, use terrain and military strength advantages to carry out local counterattacks against the enemy, and consume their effective strength. At the same time, we must strengthen intelligence collection, understand the enemy's movements, and know ourselves and the enemy to be invincible in a hundred battles."

Upon hearing this, the generals nodded one after another to show agreement. They knew that Gu Yi's decisions were always so comprehensive, considering both the current actual situation and planning for the future.

After the meeting ended, the generals dispersed to execute the tasks Gu Yi had assigned. Gu Yi remained in the tent, continuing to think about the next action plan. He knew that war was cruel and did not allow for the slightest negligence. He had to ensure that every detail was considered comprehensively before he could lead the soldiers toward victory.

Night fell, and candles were lit in the tent. Gu Yi sat alone at the desk, flipping through maps and battle reports, his brows locked tight. He knew deeply that this war was not just a simple military confrontation, but a contest of psychology and wisdom. He had to keep a clear head at all times to occupy the upper hand in this contest.

Suddenly, a slight sound of footsteps came from outside the tent. Gu Yi looked up and saw the deputy general walking in, holding a bowl of steaming soup in his hand.

"General, drink a bowl of soup to warm your body," the deputy general said softly.

Gu Yi smiled slightly, took the soup bowl, and a warm current surged in his heart. He knew deeply that in this cruel war, being able to have such a group of brothers who cared about him and supported him was a great stroke of luck.

"Thank you, brother," Gu Yi said softly, his voice carrying a trace of gratitude and warmth.

The deputy general smiled and did not say much, just silently standing to the side, accompanying Gu Yi. The tent fell into silence again, with only the candles flickering gently in the breeze, making a crackling sound.

Gu Yi finished the soup, placed the bowl on the desk, and looked up at the deputy general: "Brother, do you think we can win this time?"

Upon hearing this, a trace of firmness flashed in the deputy general's gaze: "General, I believe we will surely win. As long as you are here, we have the confidence to overcome all difficulties."

Gu Yi felt a surge of heroic spirit upon hearing this. He stood up, walked to the entrance of the tent, looked at the pitch-black night sky outside, and secretly swore in his heart: "No matter how difficult the future is, I must lead these brothers to victory and let them go home safely."

The night grew deeper, and Gu Yi and the deputy general were still talking in the tent. They discussed the strategies of the war and shared their insights with each other. In this quiet night, their souls seemed to be closer, and the trust and friendship between them also became deeper.

"General, get some rest early. There are more important battles waiting for us tomorrow," the deputy general said with concern, looking at Gu Yi's exhausted face.

Gu Yi nodded; he knew that he had to maintain sufficient physical strength to meet the challenges ahead. He turned and walked back to the bed, lay down, and soon entered a dreamland.

The dream gradually dissipated, and Gu Yi woke up from a deep sleep to be greeted by the dawn of a new day. He got up and walked out of the tent; the morning breeze brushed his face, carrying a trace of coolness, but also making people feel refreshed. The soldiers had already started to get busy; some were organizing equipment, some were preparing breakfast, and the entire camp was full of life and vitality.

"General, you're awake," the deputy general greeted him with a smile, "Did you rest well last night?"

"Very well, I feel much more energetic," Gu Yi responded, his gaze flowing through the camp, his heart full of anticipation for the upcoming battle.

"General, according to the intelligence from last night, Yuan Huan's large army seems to have movements; do we need to adjust our deployment?" a scout hurried over to report the latest enemy situation.

Gu Yi frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and asked: "What specific movements? Is there detailed intelligence?"

The scout described the enemy's movements in detail, including troop movements, transportation of supplies, and possible tactical adjustments. After listening, Gu Yi already had a plan in his heart.

"It seems Yuan Huan does not intend to give up easily; he is preparing for the next attack," Gu Yi analyzed, "We must not only strengthen our defense but also take the initiative to strike to disrupt their deployment."

The deputy general was somewhat worried: "But General, our military strength is not dominant; would taking the initiative to strike be too risky?"

Gu Yi shook his head, wisdom flashing in his eyes: "We don't need to strike comprehensively, but choose the enemy's weaknesses for precise strikes. I thought of a plan last night; we can use the terrain advantage to send small groups of elite troops to harass the enemy's logistical supply lines, forcing them to disperse their forces to protect the supplies. At the same time, the main force will set an ambush around the camp, waiting for the enemy to throw themselves into the net."

Upon hearing this, the generals nodded one after another to show agreement. They knew that Gu Yi's plans were always so clever, being able to maximize their own advantages while effectively weakening the enemy's strength.

"Good, then act according to the General's plan," the deputy general gave the order decisively and started to deploy troops.

Gu Yi stood at a high point in the camp, looking at the enemy camp in the distance. His heart was full of confidence and determination; he knew that this battle would be decisive, and as long as they could succeed, they would be able to completely reverse the war situation.

Time passed second by second, the sun gradually rose, and the atmosphere of the battlefield became increasingly tense. Gu Yi's troops acted according to the plan; small groups of elite troops approached the enemy's logistical supply lines silently, while the main force stood in strict readiness around the camp.

"General, the enemy has movements!" an observer ran over hurriedly to report, "Their supply convoy is approaching us, looking like they are going to carry out replenishment."

Gu Yi felt a trace of coldness in his eyes upon hearing this: "Good, the fish has taken the bait. Pass the order down, act according to the plan."

Following Gu Yi's order, small groups of elite troops attacked quickly, launching a fierce attack on the enemy's supply convoy. The enemy was caught off guard, and the supply convoy fell into chaos instantly. At the same time, the main force also launched an attack, carrying out a comprehensive suppression of the enemy.

The battlefield was filled with smoke, and swords and shadows were intertwined. Gu Yi took the lead, holding a long sword and charging into the enemy formation; wherever he went, the enemy retreated one after another. The soldiers followed closely behind, their morale high, and their combat effectiveness was off the charts.

"Gu Yi, you dare to be so bold!" Yuan Huan roared and swung the weapon in his hand to meet him. He knew deeply that today's battle concerned the honor and survival of the Yuan family, and he could not retreat.

Gu Yi sneered: "Yuan Huan, you have done many evil deeds; today is your doomsday!" After speaking, he swung his sword at Yuan Huan, and the two fought together instantly.

The battle on the battlefield became increasingly intense, and both sides invested all their military strength. The battle between Gu Yi and Yuan Huan also entered a white-hot stage; their moves became increasingly sharp, and every collision sparked a burst of fire.

"Gu Yi, do you think you can defeat me like this?" Yuan Huan roared, his eyes full of madness.

Gu Yi snorted coldly: "Yuan Huan, you are wrong. This battle is not just a duel between the two of us, but a contest between justice and evil. You are destined to fail!"

Yuan Huan's face became even more ferocious upon hearing this: "Justice? What is justice? In this chaotic world, only power is justice!"

Gu Yi shook his head: "You are wrong. Although power is important, what is more important is the hearts of the people. Those who follow the Dao have many helpers, those who lose the Dao have few. You betrayed morality, betrayed the people, and in the end, you will only be abandoned by everyone."

Yuan Huan's heart trembled upon hearing this. He knew deeply that for the sake of his own selfish desires, he had indeed done many wrong things. But at this moment, he had no way out and could only bite the bullet and fight Gu Yi to the death.

The battle between the two became increasingly intense, and the soldiers around them also stopped fighting, watching this peak duel one after another. They knew that the result of this battle would determine the direction of the entire battlefield.