Episode 1328 There is nothing left out. (3)
Quaaaaaaang!
Quaaaaaaaaaaa!
The sound of shells being fired echoed throughout the canyon. Even though the field of view was very narrow, it was not difficult to see what was going on outside.
One of the elders of Haenam, who was struggling to block the incoming cannonball even though he was poisoned and could not properly use his internal strength, was hit head-on by a cannonball in the air and bounced into the canyon.
Looking at that miserable scene, one of Hu Jiaming’s lieutenants clenched his fists without realizing it.
‘also.’
His eyes turned to Hu Jiaming next to him. This is a situation in which any strategist cannot help but feel trembled.
However, even in this situation, Hu Jiaming did not show the slightest excitement. I’m just concentrating as if I don’t want to miss anything about the situation unfolding before my eyes.
Every time this happened, he came to admire the person named Hu Ga-myeong over and over again.
Because he showed off a great trick?
No, that’s not the reason.
Actually, if you think about it, there is nothing particularly special about this strategy itself. Throwing firepower at those escaping from narrow spaces is a basic necessity. It’s not something that can really be called a strategy.
What was truly remarkable was the meticulousness with which the opponent prepared for what was behind him even though he entered the canyon on his own.
If it had been someone other than his nickname, those guns and archers… Or perhaps all available troops would have been thrown into the canyon.
In order to make at least one more person suffer in that narrow canyon.
But when I think about it now, there is no way a bow can show its power in a narrow, winding canyon, nor can a gun be fired. In turn, they would have been hindered by being caught in a narrow terrain filled with friendly troops.
Even if you set up a position on top of the canyon, it is impossible to fire artillery downward from that height. Even if you shot a bow, its power would have diminished by the time it reached the ground, and it would have been nothing more than a waste.
If the people passing through the canyon were ordinary soldiers, arrows without power could be effective enough, but if they were trained warriors, wouldn’t arrows without power be useless?
Thanks to such useless troops camped outside the canyon, they are now causing fatal damage to the enemy.
Of course, this may not be the case, but at first glance, the damage suffered from a single rain of arrows and artillery fire appears to be greater than the damage they suffered within the canyon.
“Old military.”
At that time, another adjutant stuttered and opened his mouth.
“Did you anticipate this whole situation and deploy them?”
Hu Jiaming frowned slightly. Then the adjutant who had asked the question became thoughtful and quickly lowered his head.
“I’m sorry.”
Now is not the time for leisurely questions and answers. Even though I knew that clearly, I couldn’t control my curiosity, so it was an obvious mistake.
But then Hu Jiaming spoke.
“Hit the opponent’s weak spot.”
“⋯⋯Yes?”
“That’s the basics.”
Hu Jiaming’s eyes were still focused on the enemies.
Attacking the opponent from advantageous terrain is the basis of strategy, and targeting the opponent’s weak points is also the basis of strategy.
While others only focused on what was in front of them, he just focused on what was behind them.
“What if you say it’s a weak place…?”
But the lieutenants did not understand what he meant exactly. By weakness, what do you mean there is a relationship between this situation and the other person’s weakness?
The opponent’s weaknesses are a lack of actual combat experience and a small number of players.
“What was the problem when they entered the canyon?”
“That’s something I’ve never experienced…”
“no.”
Hu Jiaming spoke quickly.
“It means that the sores are getting longer.”
“Then the number of people who can attack at once will be reduced, making it difficult to fully utilize the power.”
Hu Jiaming’s eyes twitched again.
The person who answered without thinking quickly lowered his head.
“The head is meant to think. It must have already been proven in the canyon who has the advantage as the minority fights against the minority, right? “This canyon is not a favorable terrain for us.”
“⋯⋯I was clueless.”
“There is only one advantage we gain from their prolonging their line.”
Hu Jiaming’s gaze was focused on one place. To the Hwasan Swordsman Association, who is stopping the pursuit of the monster along with Yu Yi-seol.
“The point is that it cannot exist in two places.”
“Ah…”
“Strength is the absence of weakness. Conversely, a weakness is the absence of a strength. “The moment the Hwasan Sword Association ceases to exist, their weaknesses are revealed.”
“⋯⋯.”
“The basics of strategy are to thoroughly target the enemy’s weaknesses.”
“So, did you know in advance that that guy would be in the rear…?”
“no.”
“yes?”
“It doesn’t matter which one. “If he had been in front, it would have been impossible to cause damage with those arrows and shells, but instead, the monster at the back would have been thoroughly toyed with.”
“Ah…”
“It’s just backwards now. “With that guy behind us, even the Blood Blades can’t use their strength, but thanks to that, we can destroy the front.”
Only then did they understand Hu Jiaming’s thoughts and nodded without realizing it. After hearing it, it seemed obvious, but no one here thought of it. Except for the nickname.
Hu Jiaming slightly closed his eyes.
The reason I tell this story is not to teach them. It was to make myself feel better by saying out loud what I was doing.
‘There is no need for any tricks.’
No, to be honest, he doesn’t know how to use tricks.
If Jang Il-so were here, he would have used a completely different number from his nickname. The cliff would have collapsed in an unimaginable way, burying them all at once, or the ground would have turned over and crushed them.
But that can be said to be a long day. I can’t think of such a method for nicknames. So, we just have to be more thorough and stick to the basics and dig deeper.
‘This war is a war of attrition.’
There is no way to know how the Hwasan Sword Association interprets this war, but in Hu Jia-myeong’s judgment, it was a complete war of attrition.
So, instead of going overboard, I decided to thoroughly chew on it. If he continues to reduce the number of people one by one, eventually even the great enemy of the Hwasan Sword Association will be caught in the net he has set.
Hu Jiaming’s gaze turned to the Hwasan Sword Association. A tired look was evident on his face.
‘Of course you know, right?’
Hu Jiaming is not overconfident. I don’t think Cheongmyeong doesn’t know what he’s aiming for.
Nevertheless, the reason Hu Jia-myeong did not hesitate is because there is a saying in the world called heavy and talisman (衆寡不敵).
Even if you know, there are things you can’t stop. Even if you notice, there are some things you can’t do anything about. That is why it is said that the outcome of a war is known before it begins.
A war that cannot be won.
Jumping into it on their own was a limitation of the Hwasan Sword Association and a weakness that those who called themselves righteous had no choice but to bear.
Hu Jiaming glanced at Cheongmyeong. The two eyes, which had been fluttering black, suddenly cooled down.
Now is not the time to get carried away with a sense of victory. We have to make the next move before that guy moves.
“Nothing is left out.”
Everything still existed smoothly within his awareness.
Cheongmyeong couldn’t control his anger and chewed his lips.
‘Phase name.’
I glared fiercely at Hu Jiaming’s figure in the distance. The thought made me want to jump right in and cut that guy’s head off. But the old fox-like bastard would never allow him that much distance.
At this moment, the ominous feeling that Qingming felt towards Hu Jiaming began to take shape.
Originally, Cheongmyeong’s explosive power and unexpected change of ideas were the worst match with those who thoroughly did their job without being swayed by the situation.
‘damn!’
Cheongmyeong glanced back.
Although Haenam is desperately resisting, it is just holding on.
But it’s also difficult to step out. The moment they rush out in pursuit of the enemy, those who were unable to escape the canyon will be defenselessly exposed to a barrage of attacks.
‘I don’t have enough swords!’
A sword that doesn’t just hold on, but can move alone and cut down enemies…!
Cheongmyeong immediately pulled Yu Iseol by the shoulder.
As Yu Iseol looked at him in surprise, Cheongmyeong ran towards the rear again and shouted.
“Hurry up and help them over there!”
“Sajil!”
“go!”
Only then did Yu Iseol see the situation properly. I could also understand why Cheongmyeong pushed him away. The person who needs help now… is right there, even before Cheongmyeong.
But…
Cheongmyeong’s legs, which were kicking the ground, were seen momentarily flinching. It can no longer be completely hidden.
Both are dangerous. Neither should be let go.
Then what the hell…
“I told you to go!”
Cheongmyeong glared at the confused Yu Yi-seol and scolded her loudly. Even though you never know when the monster will attack again.
The moment she saw Sajil’s bloodshot eyes, she clenched her fist until it bled.
Know.
Because I learned it. Because I was taught. Because I’ve been thinking about it.
In a situation where neither side can be chosen, I knew well enough to hate Yu Iseol where the sword-holder should run.
The teachings the monk had given her now felt like a sharp dagger. It was painful that I could never ignore that learning.
Gritting her teeth, Yu Iseol immediately turned around. And as if to shake off any remaining regrets, it shot out at the speed of a beam of light.
Cheongmyeong, who confirmed the situation, gave the same instructions to the party leader.
“Come along and help!”
“yes!”
The party leader also ran back without saying a word.
Cheongmyeong, who sent the two men first, stared at Goryang. The monster approached slowly, flicking the sword in his hand.
“I thought you would at least say thank you?”
“That’s probably what I would hear.”
“Tsk tsk tsk tsk tsk.”
A bright light flashed in the monster’s eyes.
It’s not wrong. It is true that they gave him time to sort out the situation, but this was not particularly disadvantageous to the monster.
What reason would there be to dissuade a wounded prey from leaving the group and deciding to remain alone?
The situation of other people is none of his business. The only thing that caught his attention was the clear light in front of him.
see. The injured leg is convulsing. The side of his side, which had been stopped for a long time, was opened again and bleeding.
That’s all. His entire body was covered in countless small wounds, and his complexion was pale as if he had suffered internal injuries as well.
How much blood has already been shed?
In this situation, even if you are the best expert in the world, you will not be able to show even half of your skills.
A short breath escaped Cheongmyeong’s mouth.
Honestly, it’s a bit burdensome now.
The world was blurry because so much blood had been shed. I didn’t have much strength in my hand holding the sword. I was used to pain, but I was never used to this feeling of helplessness that came at the end of exhaustion.
But we still have to fight.
“It’s tiring.”
The monster sneered and narrowed the distance.
“What it means is that you know you have to step away, but you can’t.”
“⋯⋯.”
“Even though I knew clearly that that was the way to die.”
Although blatant ridicule poured out, Cheongmyeong laughed lightly again.
“Do you know why you are weak?”
“what?”
The monster narrowed his eyes at the unexpected question. Cheongmyeong said, laughing at him.
“Because I ran away when I wanted to run away.”
“⋯⋯.”
“The reason I am strong is simple. “I couldn’t run away when I wanted to.”
That’s anytime.
Those guys don’t know. What does it mean to be strong? What he truly wanted to become.
Even Cheongmyeong is still chasing him.
The one who never backed down. The one who was stronger than anyone else in the world.
“…Go to hell with your bullshit.”
The monster, accompanied by members of the Blood Swordsman, rushed towards him.
In front of Cheongmyeong’s eyes, who rushed at him without backing down, the back of the person he had always been looking at flickered.
