The Princess of Northern Land
Chapter 563 The Army Pressures the Territory (7)_1

Chapter 563: Chapter 563 The Army Pressures the Territory (7)_1

"Arrogant troops will be punished," Chu Suifeng coldly declared. "After several days of victories, the confidence of the North Country’s soldiers has swollen. We will strike at them while they relax on the day tomorrow. Even a slight victory will be enough to shatter their morale."

"Your Highness, rest assured that I will use all my skills tomorrow to show the Tartars what we’re made of."

"This general will definitely not fail in his duty."

...

Training for the northern soldiers was strict, and Luo Heng and Chu Suifeng had shared in their hardship for many years. Hence, all the soldiers held a deep respect for Chu Suifeng.

The strategy of Chu Suifeng and Situ Gong to hide their strength beneath the appearance of weakness neither dampened the soldiers’ spirits. On the contrary, they all waited for the opportunity to accumulate slowly and strike swiftly when the time was ripe.

That night, Chu Suifeng did not return.

Lin Ziyin simply invited a few medicinal monks to dine with them, adding some liveliness to the scene.

"Miss, don’t worry. With Situ Gong and Luo Heng present, the North Country won’t be able to breach Border City," Master Huizhen comforted her.

Lin Ziyin was somewhat distracted during the meal, having observed the warfare on the city walls for five consecutive days. Although both sides had casualties throughout this period, overall, the deceased and injured were only soldiers, and the total number of casualties was not significant.

However, Lin Ziyin had discerned that Chu Suifeng’s forces had yet to reveal their full strength.

If there is no accident, the number of casualties is bound to gradually increase tomorrow.

"Miss, after we finish here, I need to head to the military camp’s tent. You should be careful while staying at home," Master Hui Zhen continued to speak.

"Master, will the Tartars directly attack from the East City Gate?" Lin Ziyin suddenly asked.

"Crossing the mountain leads to a water route. Although it’s more dangerous, it’s not impossible," Master Hui Zhen answered. "The last infiltrator appeared to be very familiar with the docks. We’re not entirely sure how many spies there are in the city. If the spy manages to send out the route map of the waterway, knowing Billy’s character, he’s bound to take the risk."

"The main battlefield is the North City Gate, but if the defenses of the East City Gate are relaxed and it is breached, that would be a joke," said Lin Ziyin, frowning.

"Don’t worry. Prince Chu and Situ Gong are thorough in their considerations. Whatever you can think of, they may have already accounted for it," Master Huizhen did not seem worried at all.

Lin Ziyin was not as optimistic as Master Huizhen. If the Tartars planned to attack from the waterway, they would undoubtedly have to pass through bandit territory. If the Tartars really reached the East City Gate, it indicated that the bandits are also involved in this war.

Lin Ziyin may not know exactly how many bandits there are or how strong they are, but she does know that if a bandit leader and his group can survive for so long at the borderline of two countries, these bandits are not ordinary ones.

Considering her understanding of Chu Suifeng, if he could eliminate the bandits, he wouldn’t spare them till now.

And as a matter of fact, these bandits have been living all these years. Not just living, they are thriving. From Chu Suifeng’s tolerance of the bandit’s market, Lin Ziyin speculated that this group of bandits must be formidable.

Perhaps last time, the second prince of North Country also went there with a probing attitude.

If such a bandit group familiar with the terrain is involved in the war, it would definitely be a force not to be ignored. Lin Ziyin dared not forget that the Imperial Court’s final victory had a group called Guerilla Squad as contributors.

No, the bandits are an anomaly; she must discuss this abnormality with Chu Suifeng. If Chu Suifeng and Situ Gong are prepared, it’s well and good. But if they are unprepared, and the bandits and North Country join forces, the Border City side would surely suffer a significant loss.

After Master Huizhen left, Lin Ziyin could no longer sit still.

"Prepare the horse carriage," Lin Ziyin commanded.

"Miss, it’s already late. Where do you plan to go?" Lun Luo asked softly. It wasn’t that she was being nosy; given how unsafe Border City was at the moment, citizens had shut themselves indoors early, and the street was deserted. What if something happened to her when she went out?

"I’m going to the main camp. I’m looking for the Prince," Lin Ziyin answered casually.

Both Hong Ying and Lun Luo didn’t want her to go out at this time, but seeing her anxious face, they feared she had a real emergency. After a moment’s hesitation, Lun Luo had a carriage prepared.

Riding in the horse carriage, Lin Ziyin hurriedly arrived at the military camp.

Since it was a city defense, the military camp consisted of rows of houses, and the guards led them to Chu Suifeng’s room.

"Why have you come so late?" Chu Sufeng came out to greet them the moment he heard the report. After seeing them, his expression immediately darkened. "Going out this late, you should’ve dressed more warmly."

Having said this, he fiercely glared at Hong Ying and Lun Luo.

Hong Ying and Lun Luo instantly lowered their heads in fright.

"Don’t blame them, I have urgent matters to attend to," said Lin Ziyin.

Chu Suifeng immediately pulled her into his arms and led her into the room.

The room was not empty; a crowd of people were gathered there. Judging by the scene, all the generals of North Country were gathered there, discussing pressing military matters.

"Miss," Situ Gong and Luo Heng stood up to greet her as they saw her.

"At ease," Lin Ziyin felt a little embarrassed.

"Sit," Chu Suifeng gestured to the chair next to him, directing Lin Ziyin.

"Your Highness, I take my leave."

"Your Highness, this general takes his leave."

...

All the generals present hurriedly asked for permission to leave when they saw her arrive.

"Situ Gong, General Luo, I have come with a pressing matter that I want to discuss with you," Lin Ziyin said seriously. She did not want to be condemned behind her back and be seen as a capricious woman by everyone.

Upon hearing this, Situ Gong and Luo Heng immediately stayed, while the others, although curious, silently exited the room.