My Sims of the Eastern Jin Dynasty

In the spring of the fourth year of the Taiyuan era.

Sikou, the Northern Army camp, Xiao Heng was holding a long halberd and staring blankly.

For three months, he listened to arguments that could influence the course of the world every day, yet he himself was not even remembered by the people in his tent.

Looking at the information displayed on that magical ancient book in my mind.

Current time: April 7, 379 AD

[Current available simulation attempts: 16 (increases daily at 5 AM)]

[History Points: 17]

[Features: Historical Simulation, In-Depth Simulation, Character Insight, Exploration (Not Yet Locked)]

Xiao Heng sighed deeply. Half a year ago, he transmigrated here and found the only way to survive by navigating through seven deadly family feuds.

Having survived countless battles and arrived at the Northern Army, they thought they would finally find boundless freedom.

But now he's been unable to get involved, and after half a year he's still just a bystander in history.

To this day, he still remembers the simulation where he directly offered advice to Xie Xuan, three times, in three different ways: he was killed on the spot by his personal guards; he was imprisoned by Yin Zhongkan for disturbing the morale of the army and died in secret; and once, he was even killed by a cold arrow shot from outside the tent before he could even speak.

The rules of the Northern Army are even more ruthless and unreasonable than the sword fights in the ancestral halls.

Later, when they attempted to approach generals such as Liu Laozhi and He Qian, they were either ignored or treated as spies due to their factional suspicions.

Even the simulation of how to naturally deepen the relationship with Sun Wuzhong from the same county ended inconclusively.

He now has only 17 points left.

Unlocking the "Explore" feature, which provides more information, requires 100 points, making it seem unattainable.

This historical juncture marks the first battle for the Northern Army; if we miss it, we'll never have another chance to be on the table.

Just then, the tent flap was suddenly flung open, and Chief Secretary Yin Zhongkan strode out, looking anxious.

He looked around, as if searching for something.

Xiao Heng had been observing this matter closely for three months, and he had become very familiar with the personalities and temperaments of the officers and soldiers who came and went.

This was the crucial moment in the battle to relieve the siege of Pengcheng. In this battle, the Northern Army was about to relieve the siege of Pengcheng through a brilliant "feint attack," which dealt a blow to the morale of the former Qin generals Peng Chao and Ju Nan. However, the specific details, who offered the strategy, and how it was executed are only briefly mentioned in historical records.

Is there a chance?

Without further hesitation, we used historical simulation directly.

[Start Historical Simulation]

[Simulation attempts consumed: 1]

[Current number of attempts remaining: 15]

The words unfolded like flowing water.

[You took the initiative to inquire, and Chief Clerk Yin Zhongkan ordered you to quickly summon Generals Liu Laozhi and He Qian.]

You run around relaying orders, and return to your original position after completing the task.

Half an hour later, all the generals gathered in the central command tent.

You stood guard outside the tent, halberd in hand, and witnessed Sun Wuzhong hurriedly returning to camp and entering the tent.

An hour later, the generals emerged with grave expressions. Sun Wuzhong also hurried along, but he glanced at you before leaving.

You will continue your duty until midnight, then you will change shifts.

......

[Simulation Ended]

[Historical Participation Rate: 0%]

[Historical Points Gained: 1]

[Evaluation: A routine messenger mission; you remain an observer of history. Keep up the good work!]

Xiao Heng opened his eyes and slowly exhaled.

Direct contact with Yin Zhongkan only yielded the most superficial errand-running tasks.

However, this simulation revealed a special piece of information: Sun Wuzhong was mentioned twice.

Upon seeing this name, Xiao Heng's eyes narrowed.

He had used three acres of fertile land to obtain a letter of recommendation from the Sun family of the same county, which allowed him to enter the Northern Army camp.

Historical records indicate that the key to this battle was finding the location where the Qin army stored siege equipment, and then launching a feigned attack on that location to force Peng Chao to return to the rescue, thus lifting the siege of Pengcheng. Therefore, the intelligence brought back by Sun Wuzhong was very likely the location of the Qin army's equipment!

Thinking of this, Xiao Heng knew he had to seize this opportunity and get involved in the event by interacting with Sun Wuzhong before he entered the main tent.

With a thought, Xiao Heng used all his points to start the deep simulation.

[Start Deep Simulation]

[Setting the core conditions: Encounter Sun Wuzhong on his way back to camp and to the central command tent, and use the camaraderie of being from the same hometown and the deduction that the Qin army's weapons are stationed in Liucheng as a starting point to offer a feint attack strategy.]

[Historical points invested in this simulation: 18]

[Simulation Start]

This time, the text before me is no longer a simple account of events, but rather a series of key scenes.

[You timed it perfectly and bumped into Sun Wuzhong at a corner of the camp road. After exchanging pleasantries, you said directly, "Brother Sun, have you returned at this time because of the stalemate at Pengcheng? The Qin army's offensive is relentless, and their rear must be vulnerable. I humbly guess that their siege weapons must be stationed at the crucial rear stronghold of Pengcheng—Liucheng!"]

Sun Wuzhong's pupils contracted sharply, and his hand pressed directly onto the hilt of his sword.

[You forced yourself to continue, "If we can feign an attack on Liucheng with elite troops, Peng Chao will surely come to its rescue. The siege of Pengcheng can be lifted, and our army can then ambush him halfway. If this plan succeeds, the greatest credit will go to Brother Sun. I have no other request but that after this is accomplished, I may have a place under Brother Sun's command, so that I may be freed from this position as a mere halberd bearer."]

Sun Wuzhong stared at you for a long time, then suddenly burst into laughter, patting your shoulder heavily: "Well done, Xiao Sanlang! If I say this, you'll be rewarded for your future success!"

During the discussion, Sun Wuzhong proposed this strategy, mentioning that "a fellow villager in the camp reminded me that he is quite knowledgeable in geography." Xie Xuan adopted this suggestion. When deciding on the candidate, Sun Wuzhong took the opportunity to mention that Xie Xuan was "a son of the Xiao family of Lanling, literate, and capable," suggesting that Xie Xuan be transferred from his position as a halberd bearer to become an advisor in the army.

Chief Secretary Yin Zhongkan did not object on the spot.

[Simulation Ended]

[Expected Result: You will likely be promoted to the position of Military Advisor under Sun Wuzhong, in charge of some paperwork, bookkeeping, and advisory matters.]

[WARNING: Due to deep involvement and alterations to the perceptions of key figures and the course of events, the certainty of this historical period has been significantly reduced.]

Xiao Heng took a deep breath, a chill and excitement rushing up his spine at the same time.

The connection with Sun Wuzhong has been established.

Xiao Heng regained his composure and looked at Yin Zhongkan, the chief secretary at the entrance of the tent.

Without any further hesitation, he stepped forward, his body ramrod straight, his voice clear.

"Chief Secretary, what are your orders?"

Yin Zhongkan turned his head upon hearing the voice, his gaze falling on him, seemingly not recognizing him.

"Quickly inform Military Advisor Liu and General He that the commander-in-chief requests their presence before the tent for a meeting!"

"promise!"

Xiao Heng clasped his hands in a fist salute, turned around, and hurried away.

The transmission process is almost identical to that in the simulation.

However, on his way back from Liu Laozhi's camp to the central command area, he deliberately adjusted his pace and route.

Sure enough, about a hundred paces from the central command tent, he happened to meet Sun Wuzhong, who was still covered in dust and had not yet removed his armor, near a sieve tent.

"Brother Sun!"

Xiao Heng then revealed a look of surprise and respect, and bowed with his hands clasped in greeting.

Sun Wuzhong paused slightly, looked at Xiao Heng, and pondered for a moment.

"Sanlang Xiao?"

Xiao Heng wanted to curse. Did they not even recognize him after taking his benefits? But he still nodded in response.

Sun Wuzhong simply nodded slightly and said something indifferently.

"It's good to be on duty in front of Commander Xie's tent, do a good job!"

Xiao Heng didn't want to let him go so quickly, so he hurriedly took two steps to block his way.

"Brother Sun, you've had a long and arduous journey, but news of the Qin army has arrived in Pengcheng!"

Sun Wuzhong's gaze suddenly sharpened as he fixed his eyes on Xiao Heng.

"This is a military camp, do not pry into our secrets!"

Ignoring the scrutinizing gaze, Xiao Heng spoke in a low voice as if to himself.

"Heng is making wild guesses. Peng Chao is determined to win, and he will surely deploy a large number of siege weapons to the front lines. Such weapons are not easy to transport, and the location for storage must balance safety and convenience. There are only a few key locations around Pengcheng. If I were Peng Chao, I would definitely choose to leave the city!"

As soon as the words "Liu Cheng" were uttered, Sun Wuzhong placed his hand directly on the hilt of the sword, just as he had done in the simulation.

His gaze towards Xiao Heng suddenly turned murderous.

The top-secret intelligence that he and his men had spent three days and three nights uncovering, losing several fine young men, was guessed just like that?

Is it a coincidence, or...?

Unlike the simulation, Xiao Heng was genuinely frightened by the murderous intent in Sun Wuzhong's eyes and hurriedly used the excuse he had prepared to explain.

"Brother Sun, please don't be offended! The ancestral home of my Lanling Xiao clan is nearby. I just returned from ancestral worship a month ago, so I'm quite familiar with the terrain between Lanling and Liucheng!"

Xiao Heng didn't give Sun Wuzhong time to think further and hurriedly whispered again.

"If Liucheng is attacked, Peng Chao will be alarmed and rush back to its rescue, and the siege of Pengcheng will be lifted in an instant. At that time, we can wait for the enemy to tire themselves out and achieve complete success. If this plan is implemented, I have no other request but to be transferred from this position of holding the halberd in front of the tent and given a real job, even if it is just a military clerk. It would be better than holding this dead thing every day."

This time, Sun Wuzhong's eyes were full of surprise and doubt. He stared at Xiao Heng as if he were seeing through this "connected person" who had been exchanged for three acres of land for the first time.

Is the lucky one who guessed correctly by chance, or a hidden talent?

For a full three breaths, Xiao Heng felt he was about to fail.

Sun Wuzhong suddenly laughed, but it was a very ugly laugh, and he loosened his grip on the hilt of his sword.

"Sanlang, those three acres of land, the recommendation letter you received only taught you how to speculate on military secrets?"

Xiao Heng was somewhat displeased upon hearing this, as it was a stain on his reputation, and he could only quickly change the subject.

"A month ago, I returned to my hometown to pay respects to my ancestors. Along the way, I witnessed the hardships faced by the people and the perilous state of the land, which was crucial to the safety of my hometown. I couldn't help but take a few extra glances and ponder the situation!"

Sun Wuzhong nodded and smiled after hearing this.

"Well done, Xiao Sanlang! Your scheme wasn't in vain. Go and go on duty. If it comes true, your future will be bright!"

Having said that, he said no more and led his personal guards straight to the central command tent.

Xiao Heng stood there, and spat after watching him walk away.

"This simulated scenario is still just for reference. This guy almost drew his sword just now, but he really thinks he's something special. Does he really think a nobody like you can explain things clearly?"

Shortly after returning to the tent, generals Liu Laozhi and He Qian rushed in.

Soon, a heated discussion broke out inside the tent...