Imperial warlords: Cannons are the only truth

Klitschko Xavier concluded, "I've already said that."

"Today's offensive was thwarted not because we played poorly, but because we encountered a very tough opponent."

"However, although we failed in our attack today and suffered heavy losses."

"However, through today's battle, we have also gained a deeper understanding of the enemy's tactics and true combat strength."

"With this understanding and awareness, we can formulate new offensive plans in a more targeted manner..."

"Advisor Xavier, you witnessed today's battle firsthand." Zhuo Yongwang, his face grim, forced back his pain and said, "You just gave a fairly comprehensive analysis of the situation of Gao Shengwu's troops."

"I just want to know one thing right now."

"Counselor Xavier, can you come up with a battle plan that can quickly defeat the enemy based on the current situation?"

"This time, of the more than 13,000 shells we brought, we have less than 4,000 left."

"Hundreds of tanks were completely destroyed..."

At this point, Zhuo Yongwang felt a series of twitches in his heart.

The heartache was so intense that Zhuo Yongwang could hardly breathe!

On the other hand, the tank force that had been built at great expense was wiped out in one battle.

Anyone would be heartbroken if this happened to them...

"General!" Klitschko Xavier glanced around at the silent generals of the anti-rebel army, then turned his gaze to Zhuo Yongwang, whose face was grim: "Given the formidable fighting strength of the Quzhou garrison."

"I believe that although the offensive during the day suffered a setback, more than 9000 shells did indeed hit Quzhou City!"

"The defensive fortifications of Quzhou City also suffered very serious damage under the high-intensity, comprehensive artillery bombardment."

"They need to repair their fortifications overnight to withstand our subsequent offensive."

"This is an opportunity for us!"

"Therefore, I believe that tonight is actually the best opportunity for our army to take Quzhou!"

"What? We just suffered a defeat during the day, and we haven't even had a proper rest before we attack again at night?"

"Isn't this inappropriate?"

"Taking it is fine, but if we suffer another setback, that would be two major defeats in one day! That would have a huge impact on morale..."

"We just suffered heavy losses, even our tank units were wiped out, and our morale hasn't been boosted yet. If we continue the offensive tonight, our combat effectiveness will be greatly reduced."

Upon hearing Klitschko Xavier's suggestion, everyone voiced their opposition.

Even Zhuo Yongwang frowned: "Advisor Xavier, his men have been struggling all day in Quzhou City and ended up with nothing but blood on their hands."

"Moreover, this is the first time we have encountered this situation in our battle with the Royal Guard, and many soldiers were stunned."

"Isn't it too risky to launch another offensive now without taking a break?"

Clearly, Zhuo Yongwang also lacked confidence in launching another attack that night.

After all, the troops had just experienced the Royal Armed Forces' "death charge" and formidable fighting power, and many of them probably hadn't recovered yet.

If we immediately send troops up for a strong attack at this point, will the results be good?

"General, launching a fierce attack while the enemy's damaged city defenses are still under repair is our best chance to quickly take Quzhou."

"Otherwise, all the shells we unleashed on Quzhou City during the day, and the tank units that were destroyed by the enemy, would have been completely meaningless!"

Klitschko Xavier insisted, "Although I cannot guarantee that tonight's renewed offensive will be 100% enough to help us take Quzhou."

"But if we seize the daytime gains and launch a fierce attack overnight, even if we fail to capture Quzhou, it will cause significant casualties to the Quzhou garrison that is repairing the city's defenses."

"Shoot out all the remaining shells; it might work wonders when combined with tonight's fierce attack!"

“General, I think Xavier’s plan has potential!” Hu Zhenmin, Zhuo Yongwang’s top lieutenant, spoke up.

"I reckon Gao Shengwu wouldn't have expected that we would dare to launch a surprise attack overnight after suffering such heavy losses."

"If we unleash another barrage of artillery fire on them, they'll be completely bewildered!"

"When the time comes, our 108th Independent Brigade is willing to take the lead!"

"Just as Advisor Xavier said—even if we still can't take Quzhou tonight, we can still wear down the enemy to the maximum extent."

"We have superior troop strength, so if we seize the opportunity to wear down the enemy as much as possible, Gao Shengwu will definitely suffer the consequences!"

"Seizing this opportunity to deplete the enemy's forces will also reduce the resistance to our subsequent offensive."

"If we calculate it this way—we won't lose out regardless of whether we take Quzhou tonight!"

"Commander-in-Chief! I support Advisor Xavier's opinion. I think we can take a gamble!"

Hu Zhenmin, who was stubborn, was very frustrated with today's defeat.

One was the most capable brigade commander in the five-province allied forces, and the other was the most capable division commander in the Royal Guard.

Although Hu Zhenmin's 108th Independent Brigade was a brigade-level unit, as Zhuo Yongwang was a key figure in its training, the 108th Independent Brigade had a size of 10,000 people and its weaponry was the most advanced in the entire five-province allied forces.

When two tough guys clash, Hu Zhenmin is naturally very dissatisfied with his defeat at the hands of Gao Shengwu earlier today.

Therefore, Hu Zhenmin, eager to regain his honor, became the only general present to support Klitschko Xavier's plan for a surprise attack overnight....................