High Martial Arts: First day of dropping out of school, reward: Devouring the Emperor's Body

As expected, shortly after Zhao Zhenyuan spread out the map, he announced to all the officers that the next step was to occupy the Qiyuan Mountains.

The reason is simple: they can't afford to delay any longer!

In recent years, the government has been cutting military spending, and money is the foundation for fighting wars.

Every day that 500,000 troops stay here consumes tens of millions of military funds. The losses from fighting are already huge. If this drags on, the soldiers' rations and pay may not be able to be paid.

Only by capturing the Qiyuan Mountain Range can Zhao Zhenyuan have the leverage to negotiate with the government and get military funding.

Therefore, even if it is somewhat risky, Zhao Zhenyuan must take the initiative.

Otherwise, it would be an eternity before the White European Empire and the Black Earth Tribe take any action.

Zhao Zhenyuan divided the core area of ​​the entire Qiyuan Mountain Range into seven regions. Two of these regions were easy to attack but difficult to defend, so there was no need to occupy them.

Therefore, everyone's task is to occupy the remaining five areas.

These are mountain terrain No. 1, valley No. 2, river valley No. 3, and cliff terrain No. 4 and No. 5.

"Zhao Xin, you're in charge of the sixth area of ​​Mountain One. This place is very close to us. The moment you arrive, you must begin constructing fortifications and intercept most of the enemy!"

"Lu Mo, you are responsible for supporting the 3rd Division of the 1st Army Group in capturing the fourth area of ​​Valley 2 and preventing a direct enemy assault!"

Although this was Zhao Zhenyuan's first time fighting a large-scale positional war, his arrangements were well-organized and flawless.

Neither the White European Empire nor the Black Earth Tribe expected the Great Xia to launch a preemptive strike, thus creating a vacuum for the Great Xia forces. Before they could react, the Great Xia forces could seize most of the Seven Yuan Mountains.

Of course, once they realize what's happening, it will inevitably be an extremely fierce battle.

After waiting for a while, Zhao Zhenyuan finally called Li Mo's name.

"Li Mo!"

As soon as those two words were uttered, almost everyone's eyes turned to Li Mo.

Everyone knows that Li Mo is currently in the eye of the storm, so many people are concerned about what kind of combat position Zhao Zhenyuan will give Li Mo.

"arrive!"

Li Mo replied with a "Yes," and then respectfully saluted Zhao Zhenyuan.

At this moment, Zhao Zhenyuan pointed his baton to a location called Hill 212 in the Qiyuan Mountains.

212 Hill is a cliff, and it is one of the few commanding heights in the Qiyuan Mountains.

Because of the considerable destructive power of modern weaponry, high ground is one of the main battlegrounds between nations during wartime.

Li Mo killed Major General Wot of the White European Empire. His famous battle was when he used a high ground to wipe out an entire enemy regiment without losing a single soldier.

In such large-scale positional warfare where the entire army launches an attack, high ground is even more important because such terrain allows for the use of heavy weapons to support the battlefield within a radius of tens or even hundreds of kilometers!

By appointing Li Mo to this position, Zhao Zhenyuan's high regard for Li Mo is evident.

"Li Mo, I want you to capture Hill 212 and hold it for at least three days. Are you confident?"

"Reporting to Commander Zhao, mission accomplished!"

After so many days of training, it's time to put them to the test.

Moreover, Li Mo had already entered the Qiyuan Mountains once and was quite familiar with the terrain. He could better support friendly forces from Hill 212.

"good!"

Zhao Zhenyuan nodded approvingly.

It took Zhao Zhenyuan a full two hours to complete the deployment of the combat mission.

This battle is of paramount importance. If we win, everything will be fine, we will be remembered in national history, and the government will no longer dare to make things difficult for the army.

But if we lose, it's likely that morale in the country won't recover for a long time.

This is the largest war in nearly thirty years.

Zhao Zhenyuan addressed the crowd earnestly, saying, "Everyone, this victory is crucial to us. I hope you will all give it your all!"

"If we can hold Qiyuan Mountain Range and annihilate more than 50% of the enemy forces, that will be our victory! Does everyone have confidence?"

"have!!"

The entire audience was filled with excitement; the army had been eagerly anticipating this major battle for a long time.

"Alright! Tomorrow morning at six o'clock, everyone should immediately proceed to their designated combat positions according to my plan. Now, go back and rest!"

This night was destined to be a sleepless one.

Many people, including Li Mo, didn't even get a rest all night.

The sky was dark and gloomy in the early morning, and the forest was silent except for the gentle breeze. However, the wind could not stop the trees from being still, and a sense of grim determination appeared on the face of every member of the Independent Regiment.

Everyone knew in their hearts what awaited them once they reached Hill 212.

Li Mo stood on the treetop, gazing up at the Qiyuan Mountains while looking at his watch.

The instant the clock hand pointed to the number 6, Li Mo immediately gave the order.

"At your command! All troops, move at top speed and immediately seize Hill 212! Move out!"

With Li Mo's order, more than 10,000 members of the Independent Regiment marched towards Qiyuan Mountain.

The location where the Great Xia troops were stationed was less than a few dozen kilometers away from the Qiyuan Mountains. Therefore, it would only take them a little over an hour to reach the 212 high ground of the Qiyuan Mountains and set up their formation.

It must be said that since Zhao Zhenyuan purged the spies in the army, the army's secrecy measures have improved a lot. Such a large-scale operation caught the White European Empire and the Black Earth Tribe off guard for a while.

But in just about fifteen minutes, the movements of the Great Xia army had already been relayed to the ears of their commanders, Morpheus and Wright, by their scouts.

"Has the Great Xia gone mad? Does Zhao Zhenyuan really think he can take on two opponents at once? Issue my order: everyone must assemble within half an hour and immediately head to the Seven Yuan Mountains!"

Morpheus responded extremely quickly. Although there was no prior intelligence, he had already made preparations for contingencies and mobilized the entire army to march to the Seven Yuan Mountains in the first instance.

In contrast, Wright of the White European Empire was much worse. He had been partying all night and was still asleep when the messenger reported to him. It took him at least ten minutes to react.

"What are our people doing? Such a large-scale military operation by the Great Xia Dynasty, didn't they have any prior notice?"

The moment Wright regained his senses, he blamed his subordinates instead of planning an operation.

Fortunately, he had Hanks as his steward. While Wright was still conscious, Hanks had already telegraphed the entire army and made arrangements.

Both the White European Empire and the Black Earth Tribe shared the same thought: they could not allow the Great Xia to occupy the Seven Yuan Mountains.

A storm is brewing, and the wind is howling. Since early morning, the wind in the Qiyuan Mountains seems to be exceptionally strong today!