The Bad Girl's Quick Transmigration System: Traveling Back and Forth
Chapter 565: The Elegy on the City Wall: The Wolf Alliance’s Strategy of Deterrence
Across the vast northwest, the Great Zhou Dynasty and the Canglang League have been locked in a long-standing standoff. Confident of its immense power, the Great Zhou has sought to annex the vast grasslands home to the Canglang League, sending numerous incursions. The Canglang League, a valiant and formidable alliance of tribes on the grasslands, has waged an unyielding struggle against the Zhou's aggression, determined to protect their ancestral homeland and safeguard their freedom and dignity.
On this day, the atmosphere within the Canglang Alliance's territory was exceptionally oppressive and eerie. The towering city gate stood like a dormant beast, silently between heaven and earth. On the city wall, a row of ropes tightly bound eleven rigid bodies, swaying slightly in the biting wind, making an eerie sound, as if these wronged souls were uttering their final wail.
The leader of the Canglang Alliance stood at the gates. He was tall and burly, like a towering mountain. He wore a black wolfskin cloak, studded with white fur that gleamed eerily in the sunlight. His face was defined by the steely lines of a knife and an axe. His deep eyes burned with a deep hatred for his enemies, a gaze that seemed to penetrate everything and instill fear in the heart.
"Hang their bodies up at the city gate! Let everyone see this: this is the fate of opposing the Cang Lang Alliance!" The Cang Lang Alliance leader's cold and fierce voice echoed through the air, carrying an unquestionable majesty that seemed to silence even the whistling wind. His words were like a hammer, hammering down on the hearts of each of his men.
Their men dared not slack off. They were all elite warriors of the Canglang League, valiant warriors who roamed the grasslands with unparalleled bravery. Now, they sprang into action, their eyes revealing determination and resolve. They expertly bound the bodies of the female soldiers and Liu Mei with ropes, their movements smooth and precise, without a moment's hesitation. As each body was hung high on the tall poles at the city gate, the atmosphere grew heavier, as if a huge stone weighed down everyone's heart.
Liu Mei, Li Rou, Wang Jiao, Ye Xuan, Li Xue, Wang Jing, Jiao Chun, Ling Chuchu—these names once represented the members of the Great Zhou's special female forces. Carefully selected and well-trained, they were warriors, each possessing unique skills and shouldering the mission of aggression, setting foot on the territory of the Canglang League. They believed that with their wisdom and courage, they would be invincible across this grassland, achieving illustrious military exploits for the Great Zhou. However, they could never have imagined the cruel end that awaited them.
Furthermore, Liu Mei's sisters, Liu Yue, Liu Yan, and Liu Shi, were also caught up in this tragedy. Liu Mei, the captain of a special female soldier squad, possessed a resolute and courageous character, possessing exceptional leadership skills. Under her leadership, the squad rose to prominence within the Great Zhou army. Liu Yue, Liu Yan, and Liu Shi were her closest companions in the military, sharing a deep sisterly bond and mutual support. They may have once cherished their own dreams and goals, eager to prove their worth on the battlefield, but all of this was shattered in the battle against the Cang Lang Alliance.
The Canglang League's action was intended to intimidate the women soldiers of the Great Zhou. On the grasslands, war is not merely a contest of force, but also a psychological game. Hanging the enemy's corpse at the city gate is an ancient and brutal form of warning, sending a clear message to the Great Zhou: the Canglang League will not yield easily, and anyone who dares to invade their territory will pay a heavy price.
For the people of the Canglang League, the bodies on the city wall served as both a warning and an inspiration. Seeing the once-powerful female soldiers of the Great Zhou reduced to this state, they felt both relieved and strengthened their resolve to defend their homeland. Led by their parents, the children gazed at the bodies from afar, their eyes filled with fear and curiosity. The adults whispered stories of the Canglang League's heroic deeds, teaching the children to bravely face the enemy.
"Children, look! This is the fate of those who dared to invade our homeland. We, the children of the Canglang Alliance, will never fear any enemy. We must fight bravely like our ancestors and protect our grasslands." An old man pointed at the corpses on the city wall and spoke earnestly to the children. The children nodded, seemingly understanding, a determined light glimmering in their eyes.
For the merchants and travelers passing through the city gates, this scene terrified them even more. They quickened their pace, not daring to linger. These corpses stood as terrifying reminders of the brutality of war in this land. Some merchants even decided to change their itineraries, never again setting foot in this dangerous area.
"This is horrible. I have never seen such a scene. It seems that the Canglang Alliance is really not easy to deal with. We'd better stay away from it." A businessman said in horror, and then hurriedly left the city gate.
In the Great Zhou military camp, upon hearing the news that the special forces female squad had been completely wiped out, including the tragic deaths of the Liumei sisters, there was an uproar. The soldiers could not believe it; they had once believed that this elite female squad would achieve great military success for the Great Zhou. Those who had known the female squad were even more heartbroken.
"How could this happen? Captain Liu Mei and his men are so powerful, how could they be wiped out?" A soldier said with grief on his face, tears in his eyes.
"The Canglang Alliance is indeed our formidable enemy. We can no longer underestimate them." Another soldier said seriously.
The generals of the Great Zhou were also deeply shocked and angry. They had never imagined that their carefully trained special female soldier squad would suffer such a crushing defeat. To save face, they decided to intensify their offensive against the Canglang Alliance.
"Pass on my order, the entire army will attack and must crush the Canglang Alliance and avenge the dead female soldiers!" A general shouted angrily, his eyes burning with rage.
However, before setting out, the generals decided to send someone to explore the Canglang Alliance's strengths and weaknesses. Thus, a reconnaissance team was dispatched.
The reconnaissance team cautiously approached the Canglang Alliance's city gate. When they saw the eleven corpses hanging from the city wall, they couldn't help but gasp. They had never seen such a tragic scene before, and their hearts were filled with fear and awe.
"The Canglang Alliance is really cruel. They actually hung the bodies of these female soldiers at the city gate for public display. It seems that they want to give us a warning." The captain of the reconnaissance team whispered.
"Captain, what should we do now? Should we continue reconnaissance?" a team member asked cautiously.
"Of course we have to continue reconnaissance. We must understand the troop deployment and defense situation of the Canglang Alliance. However, everyone must be careful and never let them discover us." The captain said firmly.
The reconnaissance team continued forward, carefully scouting the area surrounding the Canglang Alliance. They discovered that the Canglang Alliance's defenses were extremely tight, with soldiers in high spirits, ready for battle. Furthermore, the Canglang Alliance leader seemed well prepared, ready to respond to the Great Zhou army's attack.
"It seems that the Canglang Alliance is not easy to deal with. Their defense is stronger than we thought. We must report this situation to the generals when we return." The captain of the reconnaissance team said worriedly.
When the reconnaissance team reported their findings to the Great Zhou generals, they fell into deep thought. They realized that the Canglang Alliance was not so easy to defeat. If they attacked rashly, they would likely suffer even greater losses.
"It seems that we can no longer attack blindly. We need to re-formulate the battle plan." A general said with a frown.
"But how should we formulate a battle plan? The Canglang Alliance's defense is so tight that it is difficult for us to find their weaknesses." Another general said with a worried look on his face.
Just when the generals were worrying about the battle plan, a strategist stepped forward.
"Generals, I have a plan. We can first send people to negotiate with the Canglang Alliance, using the pretext of peace talks to delay time while looking for their weaknesses. Then, we can launch an unexpected attack and catch them off guard." said the strategist.
The generals listened to the counselor's advice and nodded in agreement. The Great Zhou army then sent envoys to the Canglang Alliance for negotiations.
The envoy arrived at the Canglang League camp and met with the leader of the Canglang League. The envoy conveyed to the leader of the Canglang League the Great Zhou's willingness to negotiate, hoping that both sides could stop the war and coexist peacefully.
The leader of the Canglang Alliance sneered after hearing the messenger's words.
"Hmph, the Great Zhou wants to negotiate now? What were you doing before? When they sent troops to invade our territory, they never thought of peaceful coexistence. However, considering your sincerity, I can give you a chance. However, I want you to withdraw all your troops and leave our territory first." The leader of the Canglang Alliance said coldly.
The envoy was deeply troubled by the Canglang leader's words. He knew that withdrawing the troops was a condition that the Great Zhou would never agree to. So, he had no choice but to politely reject the Canglang leader's request.
"Chief, we really cannot agree to the condition of withdrawing troops. We hope that both sides can sit down and have a good talk to find a solution acceptable to both sides," said the envoy.
After hearing the messenger's words, the leader of the Canglang Alliance's face turned very ugly.
"Since you are not sincere, don't blame me for being rude. Go back and tell your generals to prepare for our counterattack." The leader of the Canglang Alliance said angrily.
Seeing that the negotiations were fruitless, the envoy had no choice but to leave the Canglang Alliance camp. When he returned to the Great Zhou camp and reported the negotiation progress to the generals, the generals were very disappointed.
"It seems that the Canglang Alliance will not compromise easily. We can only prepare for battle." A general said firmly.
As a result, the Great Zhou army began to intensify its preparations for war. They reinforced their camp's defenses, increased their troop deployment, and trained their soldiers in combat skills. The Canglang Alliance was also not idle, actively preparing to counter the Great Zhou army's attack. They increased patrols, heightened vigilance, and formulated a detailed battle plan.
A major battle was imminent, with both sides waiting for the perfect opportunity. The eleven corpses hanging from the city walls seemed to silently speak of the cruelty and ruthlessness of this war. They became a psychological shackle for both sides and a symbol of the war.
Under the shadow of war, the people of the Canglang Alliance remained steadfast in their homes. They knew this war was to protect their freedom and dignity, and they were willing to sacrifice everything for this grassland. While the soldiers of the Great Zhou were filled with fear and anxiety, they also knew their mission was to fight for the glory of the Great Zhou.
Finally, the clarion call of war sounded. The Great Zhou army, led by their generals, launched an attack on the Canglang Alliance's territory. Undeterred, the Canglang Alliance's soldiers, under the command of their leader, bravely resisted. A fierce battle ensued across the grasslands, the clash of shouts, the clatter of horses' hooves, and the clashing of weapons a deafening cacophony.
Both sides paid a heavy price in the battle. Although the Great Zhou army was outnumbered, the soldiers of the Canglang League, familiar with the terrain and fighting valiantly, caused great trouble for the Great Zhou army. The Great Zhou army's advanced weapons and tactics also caused the Canglang League soldiers to suffer a lot.
The corpses on the city wall still swayed in the cold wind, as if bearing witness to this tragic battle. They became a shadow in the hearts of soldiers on both sides, constantly reminding them of the cruelty of war.
After several days and nights of fierce fighting, both sides were exhausted. The Great Zhou army's offensive had made little progress, and the Canglang Alliance's defenses had also been weakened. Both sides realized that this war could not continue, otherwise both would suffer greater losses.
So, the two sides sent envoys to negotiate again. This time, both sides showed a degree of sincerity. After arduous negotiations, the two sides finally reached a peace agreement. The Great Zhou army agreed to withdraw its troops and no longer invade the Cang Lang League's territory. The Cang Lang League agreed to trade with the Great Zhou to promote economic development on both sides.
When the news of peace reached them, the people of the Canglang League rejoiced. They had finally welcomed the long-awaited peace, and they could continue to live and work in peace on this grassland. The soldiers of the Great Zhou also breathed a sigh of relief, finally able to end this brutal war and return to their homeland.
The bodies on the city walls were also lowered by the Canglang League soldiers and properly buried according to the customs of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Although the war was over, it had left a profound lesson for both sides. It made people understand that war only brings pain and disaster, and peace is what people desire most.
Years later, when people recounted this war, they would recall the eleven corpses hanging from the city walls. They became a symbol of the war and a wake-up call, a constant reminder to cherish peace and stay away from war. Following this war, the Canglang Alliance and the Great Zhou began new developments and exchanges, working together to create a brighter future.
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