novelSusiti Chapter 893 People's Hearts Yearn for Change!
Chapter 893 People's Hearts Yearn for Change!
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"Every man for himself, or the world will punish him; this is the way of the world. I understand that you all can assess the situation and seek a way to survive for yourselves and your families."
"However, if this betrayal is exposed, the consequences for you all will not be good. Have you all thought about it?"
Meng Zhang chuckled softly, his voice low and deep, each word like a hammer blow, striking their hearts.
Upon hearing this, the generals' expressions changed slightly, but they quickly hardened their resolve. They knew that once they embarked on this path, there was no turning back, but they had no other choice.
"Commander-in-Chief, rest assured, we have made our decision and are not afraid of the consequences. We only ask that you give us a way out so that our families can live out the rest of our lives in peace."
The man cupped his hands in a gesture of respect again, his tone resolute.
Meng Zhang nodded, a hint of admiration flashing in his eyes. He admired the enemy's courage to risk everything for their families. In war, sometimes betrayal and loyalty are just different positions.
"Good, I admire your courage. As long as you cooperate sincerely, I guarantee that you and your families will be properly taken care of. Now, tell me your plan."
Meng Zhang glanced at the few generals below who were still somewhat ashamed, and made a promise to them.
Putting everything else aside, as the first person to lead the investment, Meng Zhang can certainly meet their small requests.
"Commander-in-Chief, rest assured. We have been in the army for many years and are well aware of the city's defenses and General Nangong's combat habits."
"As long as the commander-in-chief sets the date, we will provide support from within, open the city gates, and the Yellow Turban army will swarm in. Qianyuan City will surely fall."
Upon hearing this, the generals felt somewhat relieved and then began to elaborate on their plan. As subordinates of Nangong Tianxia, they were intimately familiar with the defensive layout and troop deployment of Qianyuan City. Their betrayal would undoubtedly provide the Yellow Turban Army with great convenience in breaching Qianyuan City.
Meng Zhang listened quietly, nodding occasionally and frowning sometimes, constantly calculating the feasibility of the plan in his mind.
As time went by, the plan gradually became clearer, and a satisfied smile appeared on Meng Zhang's face. This war was not only a contest of military strength, but also a battle of hearts and minds.
Although Nangong Tianxia was brave and loyal, he could not stand alone. With the hearts of the people scattered, even the most fortified city was nothing more than a sandcastle.
Looking at the generals of the Great Qian Dynasty before him, he sighed inwardly. Putting aside everything else, the meticulousness of their plans alone was enough to demonstrate the military prowess of these generals.
This was a plan that his Yellow Turban brutes couldn't even come up with, meaning that even if his brutes were to betray him one day, they probably wouldn't be able to come up with anything.
However, Meng Zhang also understood that they might have chosen to betray because of their own desires, but in the torrent of war, sometimes survival is more important than loyalty.
"Good, your plan is very thorough. I will send someone to meet you and ensure the plan goes smoothly."
As he listened to their plan, a smile gradually appeared on Meng Zhang's face.
The generals exchanged glances, each seeing a firm resolve in the other's eyes. From the moment they stepped into this camp, they had embarked on a path of betrayal, but for survival and for their families, they were willing to bear all the consequences.
"Rest assured, Commander-in-Chief, we are ready and waiting for your command to act immediately."
The man cupped his hands in a gesture of respect again, his tone filled with determination and resolve.
Meng Zhang nodded, a cold glint in his eyes. He knew that this war was about to reach its final decisive battle.
Nangong Tianxia, this loyal and brave general, was also destined to become a victim of this war.
This is war—cruel and ruthless, where the victor is king and the vanquished is a bandit.
"Alright, let's proceed according to plan. I look forward to your good news."
Meng Zhang waved his hand, signaling them to leave. The generals bowed, turned and left the secret tent, disappearing into the night.
As Meng Zhang watched their departing figures, he sighed inwardly, realizing that the war was about to reach its final climax.
"Nangong Tianxia, although you are commendable for your loyalty and bravery, unfortunately you are unlucky."
"I admire your loyalty, but I must also consider the bigger picture. In the end, Qianyuan City will still fall into the hands of my Yellow Turban Army."
Meng Zhang murmured to himself, a complex look flashing in his eyes.
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The night was as dark as ink, with a few lonely stars hanging in the sky, as if they were the last guardians in this chaotic world.
Several generals who had just quietly returned from the Yellow Turban camp below the city quietly passed through the somber and oppressive streets of Qianyuan City, each step heavy with the dust of history.
The streets were dimly lit, and occasionally patrolling soldiers and busy laborers would salute and greet them, their voices tinged with weariness but not lacking in respect.
"General Zhang, General Li, patrolling so late?"
A young soldier asked with a smile, his eyes gleaming with respect for his superior.
They responded one by one, their smiles tinged with barely perceptible pain and guilt. That bitterness, like the darkest star in the night sky, vanished in an instant and was quickly replaced by determination.
"Yes, it's my duty, and I dare not slack off."
General Zhang patted the soldier on the shoulder, trying to keep his tone calm, but his heart was in turmoil.
General Li forced a smile and exchanged a few jokes with some soldiers he knew, trying to lighten the somber atmosphere.
However, whenever his gaze swept over those innocent smiling faces, his heart felt as if it were being pricked by needles, the pain indescribable.
They knew that what they were about to do was the greatest betrayal of the soldiers who had trusted them.
After navigating through a series of narrow alleys, they finally arrived at Nangong Tianxia's mansion.
Inside the Marshal's Mansion, the lights were on, but an indescribable heaviness permeated the air.
Nangong Tianxia sat at his desk, flipping through a mountain of battle reports, his brows furrowed, his eyes revealing a hint of weariness and vicissitude.
"Generals, you're back. You've worked hard. Did you discover anything unusual during today's patrol?"
Seeing them come in, he forced a smile and said.
"General, the patrol went smoothly today."
General Zhang spoke first, but his voice was much lower than usual, and every word seemed to be squeezed out from between his teeth.
"Thank you all for your hard work. Qianyuan City's ability to hold its ground today is entirely due to everyone's concerted efforts."
Nangong Tianxia looked up, his gaze sweeping gently over them. He seemed to have noticed something, but he only smiled slightly. That smile contained too much: helplessness about the future, and understanding for his subordinates.
"General, you flatter us. This is what we should do."
General Li felt a pang of sadness, almost bringing tears to his eyes, but he forced a smile through his tears.
Nangong Tianxia, the general they once admired, is now the one they are about to betray.
They suppressed their discomfort and reported on the patrol situation one by one, trying their best to make their voices sound calm and normal.
As Nangong Tianxia listened to their report, his face showed signs of weariness, and a trace of barely perceptible sadness flashed in his eyes.
He knew all too well that the city was teetering on the brink of collapse, and that the people's hearts were in turmoil. If things continued like this, he feared that the city would truly be lost.