bookcurios Chapter 391 Falling into an irreversible situation
Chapter 391 Falling into an irreversible situation
"The enemy's firepower this time is stronger than we expected. Li Sheng, don't hesitate any longer and quickly instruct the reinforcements." Su Ming couldn't help but urge in a low voice.
Li Sheng glanced at Su Ming, his brow furrowing slightly, as if he disapproved of his impatience. "You're always so impatient, Su Ming. Calm down. Impulsiveness won't solve problems on the battlefield." His tone was calm, yet with a subtle edge.
"You mean, my impatience makes you impatient?" Su Ming's eyes widened a little, and he raised his voice involuntarily, "The enemy is about to attack, and you are not anxious. Do you want to wait for the enemy to attack directly?"
Li Sheng smiled faintly, his eyes devoid of anger, instead holding a calm and ironic air. "Su Ming, don't you see? Every step we take is leading us towards a point of no return. If you truly want to win, you must learn patience and maintain a clear mind amidst the chaos."
Su Ming's heart trembled, and he suddenly felt something was amiss. There seemed to be something profound hidden in Li Sheng's tone. The more this happened, the more he wanted to find the truth, but he had no choice but to endure. The current situation did not tolerate any division or civil unrest.
"Okay." He barely suppressed the doubts in his heart and responded coldly, "I understand."
However, his inner uneasiness did not dissipate, but instead deepened his suspicion of Li Sheng.
Just then, another officer walked into the command post and interrupted their conversation. "Commander, we have received intelligence that the enemy's Sixth Army is preparing to launch a counterattack on the northern front. Their goal is to break through our defenses from the north."
"Northern Front?" Su Ming frowned, and the others in the command post fell into a brief silence. "This situation is far more serious than we anticipated."
Li Sheng's expression remained calm. He glanced at the map in his hand, pondered for a moment, and said, "We must immediately mobilize more troops to strengthen the northern defenses. Otherwise, if the enemy breaks through, our rear will be exposed."
"I have prepared the front-line troops and they will set off soon," another officer responded quickly.
"Make adjustments immediately, concentrate all resources on the northern front, and maintain tight defense on other fronts." Su Ming nodded nervously and made a quick decision.
However, at this moment, Li Sheng suddenly walked up to Su Ming and whispered, "Don't you think the current situation is a little strange? The enemy has never intensified their attack so quickly, and even their tactics have changed. It's very likely that they have already grasped our weaknesses."
Su Ming was startled and suddenly looked up at Li Sheng. "You mean..."
Li Sheng didn't answer, but simply smiled faintly and turned to leave the command post. At that moment, Su Ming felt a strong premonition. He realized that he might be in the middle of an unfathomable conspiracy. And this conspiracy might be more deadly than the enemies on the battlefield.
"Li Sheng...what are you hiding?" Su Ming whispered silently, his heart heavy with silence.
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As night fell, the atmosphere on the battlefield grew more tense than during the day. Su Ming stood in the command post, staring at the battlefield map, which had been updated many times. The pressure on the northern front was growing, and the enemy surged in like a tide, leaving them no chance to breathe.
"Commander, the enemy's Seventh Detachment is approaching our outpost. Our defense is in jeopardy." The communicator's voice brought Su Ming back to reality from his reverie. His brow furrowed, and a wave of unease welled up in his heart. Despite the dire situation, he always managed to maintain a calm mind when faced with such overwhelming pressure. But this time, he felt a little lost.
"Keep fighting, hold our ground. No matter what, we can't let them break through." Su Ming gritted his teeth and spoke coldly. Though his words were filled with determination, his heart was not at peace. The constant influx of battle reports filled him with a sense of uncontrollable anxiety. He knew his job was to maintain the confidence of the entire team, but how could he do that? The battle situation was no longer as clear as it had been at the beginning. He began to sense more and more variables.
"Li Sheng, what do you think of the troop deployment on the northern front?" Su Ming suddenly turned and asked Li Sheng beside him. Ever since that conversation, Li Sheng's attitude had made him somewhat uneasy, but now he had no choice but to trust Li Sheng again, despite his doubts.
Li Sheng smiled faintly, seemingly unfazed by the pressure of the battle. "Don't worry, Su Ming. We've already reinforced the northern defenses. Although the enemy's offensive is strong, as long as we control the key points, victory is still possible."
He was right. In theory, controlling key tactical points was the key to victory. However, Su Ming wasn't completely reassured. Li Sheng's impassive composure made him increasingly unsure of the true intentions behind this "calmness." Whenever he discussed the battle situation, Li Sheng's tone was always apathetic. He seemed unhurried, but Su Ming knew that the passage of time on the battlefield meant that their available countermeasures were dwindling.
"You're right. We must firmly control the key points on the northern route." Su Ming nodded. Although he agreed verbally, his doubts grew in his heart. He realized that Li Sheng's suggestions had not solved the fundamental problem.
Just then, a messenger rushed in and handed Su Ming an expedited letter. "Commander, this is urgent intelligence from the front lines. The enemy's troop numbers far exceed expectations."
Su Ming took the letter and quickly scanned it. A hint of panic flashed across his eyes. He glanced at the senior officials around him, took a deep breath, and then said in a deep voice, "The enemy is preparing for a general offensive. The situation on the northern front is extremely urgent. We cannot delay any longer."
"Mobilize all reinforcements immediately!" another officer said impatiently, a trace of anxiety on his face.
"We can't wait any longer." Su Ming's mind stirred as he suddenly realized something. Li Sheng's calmness might not have been due to his grasp of the enemy's weaknesses, but rather because he knew from the outset that the enemy had been laying a massive trap, and the center of this trap lay right inside them.
He turned his head and looked at Li Sheng's calm face. A strong sense of unease suddenly rose in his heart. Was this man, Li Sheng, really their ally? Was his calmness just a cover-up for some larger conspiracy?
"Li Sheng, do you know what the enemy's plan is?" Su Ming couldn't help but ask, his voice filled with suppressed emotion. He finally decided that he couldn't rely on others anymore.
Li Sheng smiled faintly, still calm and composed: "Don't worry, everything is under my control."
"Are you hiding something?" Su Ming's gaze was as sharp as a knife, staring directly into Li Sheng's eyes. Suddenly, he felt as if all his thoughts were bound, as if he were trapped in an invisible predicament, unable to extricate himself.
Li Sheng was slightly stunned, then smiled, "Su Ming, you are becoming more and more sensitive. Calm down. At times like this, you should keep a clear head."
But Su Ming's heart was no longer at peace. He knew he could no longer remain indifferent. If Li Sheng truly had other motives, then their next move would no longer be a mere battle, but a matter of life and death.
Time seemed to stand still at this moment. Su Ming took a deep breath and made a decision. He turned quickly and ordered, "Immediately send troops to various reinforcement points to strengthen the defense. I will personally lead the team to the northern front."
Li Sheng raised his eyebrows slightly when he heard this, then nodded. "In that case, I will go with you."
They left the command post and headed for the battlefront. Su Ming knew this wasn't just a simple battle; it was a crucial moment to uncover a hidden secret. Every subsequent conflict wouldn't just be a contest with the enemy, but a revelation of his own deepest doubts.
As the team gradually approached the northern front, an indescribable sense of oppression permeated the night. Everyone's expression was unusually solemn, especially Su Ming. His heartbeat quickened, not because of the battle itself, but because he could clearly sense that Li Sheng seemed to be playing some hidden role in the battle they were about to face.
"Li Sheng, I've had enough of your calmness." Su Ming vowed to himself that he must get to the bottom of everything. Regardless of whether he could win this battle or not, the question of Li Sheng's identity had become a mystery he could not avoid.
They entered the battlefield, and the situation on the front line was on the verge of breaking out. Su Ming gripped his weapon tightly and prayed silently in his heart: No matter what, tonight, they must uncover the truth, even if it means paying a heavy price.
Su Ming's heartbeat seemed especially heavy in the night. Every step felt like treading on the edge of an abyss. The team behind him was eerily quiet, as if everyone could feel the oppression of the tense atmosphere. However, what truly wavered him was Li Sheng's calmness. He increasingly felt that Li Sheng was no longer the comrade he once trusted, but a figure who was plotting from the shadows.
"Captain, the intelligence on the northern front has been updated." A young messenger ran over, breathlessly handing Su Ming a piece of intelligence. Su Ming calmly took it and glanced at it—enemy reinforcements were approaching, less than ten kilometers from their position. Based on the current situation, the enemy would be able to launch an attack early tomorrow morning.
"Commander, according to the enemy's current deployment, our defense line is likely to be breached." There was a hint of nervousness in the communicator's voice, but he knew he had to remain calm, because this was not only about personal life and death, but the survival of the entire team.
Su Ming was silent for a moment, then looked up at Li Sheng. Li Sheng remained composed, as if the battle had no significant impact on him. His unhurried demeanor, however, made Su Ming feel uneasy.
"Li Sheng, how are the reinforcement preparations on the northern front going?" Su Ming finally broke the silence. His voice was low and powerful, with a hint of temptation and faint distrust.
Li Sheng smiled slightly, a hint of amusement flickering in his eyes. He spoke slowly, "Don't worry, Su Ming, reinforcements will arrive on time. The enemy's actions are not beyond our expectations."
"I hope so." Su Ming nodded. Although he said this, he didn't have a trace of confidence in his heart. Every time Li Sheng answered so calmly, he felt as if he was being deceived. The enemy's attack was so swift, how could Li Sheng be so confident?
They continued to move forward and entered the front line of the battle. As they approached the northern line, the atmosphere of battle became increasingly intense, the air was filled with the smell of gunpowder, and sporadic gunfire came from the front, as if reminding them that a battle that would determine their fate was quietly approaching.
"Captain, the position is ahead and the situation is not optimistic." Another soldier whispered. Su Ming looked at him with a hint of determination in his eyes.
"Keep moving forward, stay alert." Su Ming's voice was calm, but his mind was constantly calculating. The enemy's attack seemed to be getting more and more urgent. Would their reinforcements really arrive in time? If not, they would face a tough battle, perhaps even a test of life and death.
At this moment, Li Sheng suddenly stepped forward and whispered to Su Ming, "Do you feel something is wrong?"
Su Ming's heart skipped a beat. Li Sheng's eyes held a meaningful smile, as if he had already seen through the doubts in his heart.
"What do you mean?" Su Ming's tone turned cold, his unease reaching its peak. He had begun to wonder if there was something else behind this battle, and it all seemed to be closely related to Li Sheng.
Li Sheng didn't seem to be in a hurry to answer. He just smiled faintly and said, "Don't worry, you will know." After he said this, he turned around and continued to move forward.
Su Ming stood there, gazing at Li Sheng's back, his heart pounding with emotion. The calm, collected Li Sheng was no longer the comrade he remembered. What was he hiding? Did he know more, or was this all just a carefully orchestrated scheme?
Before they knew it, they had reached the northern front, where everything seemed incredibly tense. The soldiers were ready, but their faces betrayed little confidence, instead filled with worry and anxiety. The enemy's powerful firepower was already unfolding ahead, and their positions could be breached at any moment.
"Su Ming, the enemy has begun the attack, and our defense line can't hold out for much longer." A middle-level officer hurried over, his voice full of anxiety.
"Hold our ground, we must hold on." Su Ming's eyes grew even more resolute, and he wouldn't allow anyone to let their guard down. He knew full well that if they lost this time, they wouldn't just be defeated; they might even be trapped in an irreversible situation.