Having cut down many trees and invited numerous carpenters, the soldiers knew what they were to build from the blueprints in the carpenters' hands, but were still uncertain of the purpose of these structures.
When they saw Qin Er leading a large group to transport huge stones onto the city walls, the soldiers were even more puzzled.
Even Qin Er, who was responsible for moving the stones, was unaware of their purpose. He was merely following orders.
Ye Zhi, however, understood what the carpenters were building. As a modern person with some knowledge of ancient warfare, she could recognize it. Moreover, An Jing had told her. However, she was busy developing explosives with An Jing and had no time to tell others that this thing was a trebuchet.
Yet, because it was Great General Xiao Changyi who issued the orders, no one dared to slack off.
In just five days, more than two thousand trebuchets were constructed.
