The video takes us to ancient times; Li Er transforms into the Tongtian Emperor of Shu Han.

"That is indeed the case."

Beyond the canopy, the majority of people believe that it cannot be held.

Even if Zhang Liang returns with Wen Yang ahead of time, the capital will certainly not be able to be defended once the siege equipment arrives.

Relying on the strength of the city walls, they might be able to hold out for a while longer.

Once the city walls are breached by siege engines such as catapults, the enemy will swarm in.

In this situation, the gap in numbers and the level of elite troops is difficult to bridge.

It's something that Wen Yang alone cannot make up for.

"Could Wen Yang really have single-handedly defeated an army of 50,000 and burned their cargo?"

Liu Bei glanced at Zhao Yun, who was not far away, with a puzzled expression.

"Even Zilong wasn't this brave back then, was he?"

Even his Zhao Zilong only managed to rescue A Dou from Cao Cao's camp.

As for the idea of ​​burning the siege equipment being transported by the enemy amidst a sea of ​​soldiers, that's a pipe dream.

"Let alone Zilong, perhaps only Xiang Yu, the Hegemon-King of Western Chu, would have a chance?"

Xiang Yu: "..."

"What do you mean by 'having a chance'? Who do you look down on?"

"If I can lead a thousand or so Jiangdong soldiers, I will surely make sure that fifty thousand troops never return!"

Everyone: "..."

Although this sounds like a fantasy, it's not entirely impossible if the person in question is Xiang Yu.

"Wouldn't those be your own Jiangdong soldiers? If you really lead a thousand or so new recruits, let alone ensuring the enemy's complete annihilation, could you even manage to burn their supplies?"

Sun the Great has popped up again.

He no longer cares whether Xiang Yu was also from Jiangdong; he'll just criticize whoever he wants.

Emperor Sun Tzu of Eastern Wu was just that capricious!

Faced with this question, Xiang Yu thought about it seriously.

"If you really want me to lead a thousand new recruits to defeat them, that might be a bit difficult, but if it's just about burning their supplies..."

"Absolutely no problem!"

"If you don't believe me, I'll show you the truth when there's another challenge from an immortal!"

Everyone: "..."

Livestock!

"Leaving aside the certainty of Wen Yang's success, even if he does succeed in burning the rebels' supplies, Sima Shi will certainly launch an offensive regardless of the cost."

"Although I still don't understand what Emperor Gaozu is trying to do, if I'm not mistaken, this is a situation he probably doesn't want to see."

Li Er analyzed.

In his view, Liu Bang's true intention was to first order Wen Yang to lead an army in a surprise attack, and then have Guanqiu Jian send cavalry to intercept them, not for the sake of a little bit of baggage, but to slow down the pace of the Xudu reinforcements as much as possible.

We cannot completely destroy the baggage train, lest Sima Shi give up and do whatever he wants.

We also cannot allow the reinforcements from Xudu to successfully join forces so quickly.

This is Liu Bang's best option at the moment.

Most people still don't understand what Liu Bang's purpose was in delaying the process.

But since the goal is to delay, keeping Sima Shi in suspense is naturally the most suitable approach.

"Based on my understanding of him, I reckon he doesn't believe Wen Yang can do it at all."

Xiang Yu thought for a moment and said.

The reason he said those words to Wen Yang was mostly to ignite his fighting spirit.

"The betting has started! Let's bet on whether Wen Yang can burn the enemy's supplies!"

"We're betting on him; I reckon this time Emperor Gaozu is going to shoot himself in the foot!"

Old Zhu, anyway, always enjoyed watching the drama unfold.

In his opinion, Liu Bang's ability to turn the situation around to its current state was already top-notch.

If the historical Cao Mao had achieved this, his reputation would have been at least several levels above Liu Bang's.

"Perhaps so, but based on my understanding of the Emperor and Marquis Liu, even if something unexpected happens during this period, it will not have a significant impact on their plans."

"Father may be a little careless at times, but Marquis Liu has always been meticulous in his planning and would never make such a big mistake."

Liu Heng supported his father as always.

"That's true. Emperor Gaozu might have overlooked this, but Zhang Zifang shouldn't have made such a mistake."

"However, the most important thing right now is to see what Emperor Gaozu's backup plan is."

"The reason he was able to hold out in the capital until now is not so much because of his fighting prowess, but because Sima Shi was unwilling to pay too high a price."

“There is a limit to how long we can delay. Once Sima Shi runs out of patience, regardless of whether we have siege equipment or not, he will send dozens of times more troops over without regard to the cost, and the city will fall no matter what.”

Zhao Kuangyin's words truly expressed the confusion in everyone's heart.

If you can't stop Sima Shi's army on the front lines, then all your strategies will be in vain!

Even a skilled cook can't cook without rice, and Zhang Liang's flawless strategies also depended on the premise that the difference in strength was not significant.

The feint made Sima Shi somewhat hesitant to act rashly, but that was all.

Inside the sky.

Liu Bang sat facing Zhang Liang in the palace, while Jiao Bo and the others were all sent away.

"Zifang, this is the last time I will openly and honestly ask you a question."

"How confident are you that your plan will succeed?"

Zhang Liang was surprised that Liu Bang would ask such a question in such a solemn atmosphere.

He thought something had happened.

"I previously told His Majesty it was eight points, so now it should be nine points."

"We've already won that gamble on the people's hearts; the rest is up to fate."

"The will of Heaven? What kind of will of Heaven?"

Liu Bang pressed for an answer.

"If, like Emperor Guangwu, a meteorite falls from the sky, no matter how well we plan, it will not succeed."

"Or, as during the Jingnan Rebellion of Emperor Taizong of the Ming Dynasty, a strange wind blew down and broke the army's banner, which would naturally not work either."

"As long as nothing like this happens, it's a perfect score."

At this point, Liu Bang's operations in the capital were almost perfect, and he also made ample preparations during his time away from the capital.

Let alone the insignificant Sima Shi, even if his father Sima Yi were here, he would have to obediently follow the script and head towards defeat and death!

"Zifang, what you're saying is making me more and more curious. You haven't discussed it with Jiang Wei, yet you claim to be absolutely certain."

"Then we shall wait and see."

Zhang Liang's initial 80% certainty turned into 90%, and Liu Bang was completely relieved.

Putting aside other things, Zhang Liang never foresaw anything in the past, and naturally, he will not make any mistakes now.

"Around when? You should prepare yourself and enjoy the show!"

"If nothing unexpected happens, Sima Shi will resort to desperate measures."

"...You mean, Wen Yang was able to lead a thousand men and burn the supplies being escorted by fifty thousand soldiers?"

Liu Bang was stunned for a moment before he understood.

"Wait a minute, this kid seems to actually have some confidence."

He recalled the arrogance in Wen Yang's eyes when he received the imperial decree.

It seems that kid is actually quite confident?

"In that case, the deadline is getting closer and closer."

Are you sure they won't be able to hold back over there?

"Your Majesty, all that's missing is a fire!"