The next day.
Ye Shikai divided his troops into three groups, instructing four chiliarchs to lead their men along two separate routes from the left and right. Xue San, acting as the vanguard, led two thousand Iron Armor Army to clear the path, while Ye Shikai stayed with the main force at the rear. Additionally, Wan Qi Yuan's two thousand cavalry sought to join the fray, but they were refused by Ye Shikai. This was a mountain path, unsuitable for cavalry charges, and the cavalry would become live targets.
Two hours later.
"Old Ye, once we pass through this forest, we'll reach the mouth of the valley. According to the map sent back by the squad, this camp is located within the valley, with only one road for entry and exit."
"Old Ye, you surely didn't expect Yan Yu to set up his camp in a desperate situation, did you?" Shangguan Jian teased.
