The layout map she drew already encompasses more than half of Yuan Yang City. Previously outside the woods, the system could barely scan half of it. Now that she’s inside the city, it can cover about two-thirds of the area.
For this reason, they also discovered the traces of the civilian Rebel Army; they are on the opposite side of the city, in a slum area. According to the system’s description, the houses there are low and dilapidated, the facilities are simple, and those people wear tattered clothes, each with dark faces and emaciated bodies, looking skeletal. However, their eyes shine with desperation, as if willing to go down together.
Even without tonight’s attack, they wouldn’t live long—it seems she needs to act quickly.
Fang Zheng frowned, pondering for a while, unable to hold back his curiosity, he asked, "Sister Xiao, where did you get the defense map of Yuan Yang City? Surely, there aren’t any problems with it?"
Defense maps are not easily leaked; he’s worried that Sister Xiao might be misled, and the map has issues.
Cheng Xiaoxiao was speechless for a mont, "The map is completely fine, and the source is absolutely reliable."
She circled a particular area and pointed to the location, saying to everyone, "Here is the base of the civilian Rebel Army. If we can find a way to unite with them and resist the enemy together, our chances of success will be much higher."
"Currently, we are refugees, possibly even less than the civilians. The attitude of other forces towards us can be imagined, but the weakest civilian Rebel Army is our best option for partnership. Joining them, they will likely be pleased and welcoming."
Everyone nodded in agreent. Indeed, with their current manpower and combat power, they cannot compete with the official forces or aristocratic families in the city. Only by integrating the weak groups on both sides do they stand a chance of turning the tide.
"Presently, the major forces in Yuan Yang City include the military led by Captain Yuan, with the strongest combat power.
Led by You Changshi, the group of officials and wealthy gentry, though their regular army is small, the Dark Guard Mansion soldiers are surely plentiful.
There are also several aristocratic families involved; these families are skilled at nurturing Death Warriors. Their specific combat strength is unknown."
At this point, everyone turned their gaze towards Han Xifeng.
"Ahem!" Han Xifeng coughed with a fist to his lips, feigning a cough.
His expression seed to reveal sorrow and helplessness, "The family does nurture Death Warriors, but the Han Family has been squeezed by the Sima family for many years, almost pushing us out of the third-class family ranks. There are very few Death Warriors, only three, and their skills are not very good, incomparable to a first-class family. I estimate they have at least around 100 Death Warriors!"
This is just a conservative estimate; he cannot be certain.
The aristocratic families’ power cannot be underestimated; the situation’s complexity far exceeds expectations, and any carelessness could lead to a complete loss.
"But we’re at the South Gate now; it might be difficult to reach the civilian base near the North Gate." Lin Yiqiu pondered the logistics of crossing Yunyang City to join forces and felt the headache.
Quan Bin’s expression didn’t look too optimistic either; the risk is too high. "If we hold our current position, what’s the chance of success?"
"The chances are very small, almost zero."
Cheng Xiaoxiao wouldn’t give them the chance to beco complacent; otherwise, how would she complete her task?
"Of course, charging in without a plan is like hitting a stone with an egg."
It seems unless she shows real capability, they won’t be convinced.
Pointing to the places where the various forces are distributed on the map, "We can create so chaos for the other factions. For example, we can set a fire at You Changshi’s occupied Governor Mansion, steal food from Captain Yuan’s military base, then each aristocratic family, ..."
After Cheng Xiaoxiao explained each planned chaos location, the thod strategies to be used, which path to retreat, and who would provide covering support—everything was laid out.
Everyone’s expressions were indescribable; such a thorough plan—was this really thought up by a little girl on the spot?
So, this isn’t really understanding the situation, just short of exposing others’ secrets.
Cheng Xiaoxiao didn’t want to expose her secrets either—what can she do?
These old hands deeply distrust her, yet the mission’s ti is limited. By midnight today, she must save the civilian Rebel Army, or her mission will fail.
They’ve been in the city for over an hour; the reason they haven’t been plundered and silenced is that the two forces are besieging the civilian Rebel Army, not currently having enough manpower to handle them.
Once the siege is successful, their situation becos dangerous.
Therefore, they cannot wait passively; actively fighting not only rescues the civilian Rebel Army but also protects themselves, achieving both goals.
By now, everyone harbors apprehension towards the little girl.
Logically, she has never been to Yuan Yang City, yet she knows the city’s forces so well. Such an eerie ability makes them shiver; are their secrets also an open book to her?
"How can you ensure that every piece of information you just ntioned is true and reliable?" Han Xifeng couldn’t help but ask.
"Since I’m the leader, naturally I have different skills. These are team secrets, so I can’t disclose them. However, I can guarantee that each piece of information I ntioned is true and reliable."
Then Cheng Xiaoxiao grinned cunningly, "If you really wish to know, it’s simple..."
Everyone pricked up their ears, curious about what the simple solution might be.
"Apply to join the 132th Regint, and once you beco core personnel, you will naturally know."
Everyone was dumbfounded; is joining the 132th Regint that easy?
Even an external personnel spot is difficult? Becoming core personnel—their leaders—they knew these core mbers were at least captains. How many years would that take? The little girl sure knows how to tease.
Everyone didn’t dwell on probing the little girl’s secrets. After all, prioritizing their lives and securing a foothold was important now.
People responsible for causing chaos were quickly deployed.
Within a quarter of an hour, terrifying screams began to echo throughout the city.
Especially the raging fire rising from the Governor Mansion, flas and thick smoke billowed into the sky.
Patrol soldiers everywhere rushed to gather in the city.
Cheng Xiaoxiao had her team lead others in retreat, while she led Fang Zheng and Lu Jingtian to raid the warehouse.
Initially, the two worried that finding the warehouse with their limited manpower would take a lot of ti.
But the little girl navigated with purposeful twists and turns, as if she knew the way.
When they wanted to ask, Cheng Xiaoxiao had them bring over the items wrapped in black cloth that she made them carry earlier.
Once opened, they were imdiately captivated by what lay before them—sothing never seen before; what was it?
Lu Jingtian, curious as ever, wanted to ask, only to be silenced by Cheng Xiaoxiao’s raised hand, signaling him to shut up her intent unmistakable.
She swiftly arranged for people to crank a handle, slowly spinning the fan to generate cool air.
While still puzzled, all the operatives were given face masks, tinged with a faint scent.
Curious baby Lu Jingtian was undeterred, again wanting to speak, but Fang Zheng suddenly covered his mouth.
Fang Zheng whispered in his ear, "Work without asking anything."
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