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The raging fire could only temporarily halt the advance of the siege troops. The urgent task now was to quickly repair the breach using bricks and sandbags. Li Xin urged the defenders on the wall to strengthen their defenses while he personally led the soldiers to pile up materials at the gap. The sounds of shouting and neighing filled the air, creating a lively atmosphere. Fortunately, only this section of the wall had collapsed under the heat; otherwise, it would have been a real problem.
Working overtime, with many hands making light work, by the time the flames gradually died down, a concave defensive structure had already been rebuilt within the breach using bricks and sandbags. The advantage of this structure was that soldiers could be deployed on three sides of it. As long as the enemy charged in, they would be subjected to fire from all directions.
The unfavorable situation eased once again, allowing the soldiers to breathe a sigh of relief. As long as they could prevent the Zhao Army from breaching the city, there was still hope for survival. As for how long they could hold out, it was hard to say at that moment, but every extra moment they could endure meant more hope.
With the breach repaired, Luzi decided to look for Dong Qing, General Dong. At this time, he was the highest-ranking officer responsible for city defense, so it was necessary to ask about preparations for the upcoming battle.
The Zhao Army's siege had come unexpectedly, and it was a miracle that the unprepared Qin Army had managed to hold out until now. This was not only due to the strength of Wild King City's walls but also because of the Qin Army soldiers' determination to fight to the death. Even so, both sides had suffered severe casualties.
The casualty situation of the Zhao Army outside remained unclear, but there were already fewer than two thousand combat-capable soldiers left in the Qin Army within the city. Moreover, this number was rapidly decreasing, indifferent to anyone's anxiousness. The so-called defense relied on these soldiers; once they all perished in battle, there would be no more concerns about this issue. What followed would be Wild King City surrendering without a fight.
Dong Qing was well aware of this dire situation but felt powerless. What he wanted most was a Reserve Team that could step in whenever danger arose. However, forming a Reserve Team was simply impossible. Battles were occurring all over the walls, and even rotating for rest had become an extravagant wish. At this point, not only could they not spare personnel to organize a Reserve Team, but even taking turns to rest was an extreme luxury.
Just as he hesitated, he saw Luzi rushing over with dozens of people. Dong Qing quickly welcomed them and was momentarily taken aback upon seeing Fake Zhao Kuo among them. Resisting the urge to draw his sword, he asked, "What’s going on?"
Luzi pulled Dong Qing aside and briefly explained the situation. After all, Fake Zhao Kuo was not Zhao Kuo; he was an ally rather than an enemy. His real name was Ji Xi.
Concerned about the current state of city defense, Luzi summarized his explanation quickly. "General Dong! The situation is not optimistic right now; I hope we can work together to defend Wild King City."
Having initially thought about finding a Reserve Team, this seemed like a wish come true. Although their numbers were small, having some reinforcements was better than none. Hearing Luzi volunteer for battle made Dong Qing nod in agreement. "According to reports from various locations, there have been no uncontrollable situations yet. Generals Lu and Ji should take some time to rest; if any breaches are discovered, I will rely on both generals to retake them."
With more than an hour until dawn and having worked most of the night, fatigue began to set in. Luzi understood Dong Qing's intent and called everyone to hurry up and rest.
Persisting until Dawn is not the goal; rather, it is to hold on until the Qin Army's reinforcements arrive. If there's a chance to rest, it's best to take it, as once things get busy, there may be no time for rest later.
Occasionally, shouts of battle can be heard from outside, making those resting inside feel as if they are right in the midst of it. Luzi leaned against the bed and gazed at the flickering flames on the City Wall outside, which had an enchanting red hue.
The noise made it difficult to fall asleep, so Luzi got up, put on a thick coat, and walked into the courtyard. Seeing Li Xin there as well, he approached to greet him. "Can't sleep?"
Compared to the surrounding environment, this courtyard felt extremely quiet. Li Xin was naturally preoccupied with his thoughts and casually admitted that he indeed couldn't sleep. "Look at how fiercely they're fighting on the wall while we hide here resting. If only we could go up and support them now!"
Hearing Li Xin venting his frustrations, Luzi could only smile and shake his head. Being part of the Reserve Team wasn't so bad; at least they had time to rest and eat. Just like now, weren't they just chatting away? It's easy to talk when you're not in pain; that's probably what this moment is about.
"Li Xin! Can't we have a little gratitude? When you're busy, you complain that everything falls on your shoulders alone. But when there's nothing for you to do, you find fault with this and that."
Li Xin couldn't help but burst into laughter at this remark. He seriously stated that this was likely true. However, being straightforward about things relieved some pressure. If he kept everything bottled up inside, it would surely lead to problems. After saying this, he turned back to glance at the room where everyone was resting.
Luzi knew exactly what Li Xin was looking for; Ji Xi and his Guard were resting inside. It was hard to say how long their temporary agreement would hold up. Regardless of trust or distrust, holding Wild King City meant victory. As for what came next, it was better to focus on understanding the present situation first.
If Wild King City ultimately fell, any trust or distrust between them would seem trivial because the premise of their initial agreement was that they all needed to be alive first. Once the city fell and lives were lost, there would be no time left to validate anything.
Luzi looked up at the bustling City Wall and sighed, saying, "Nothing else matters right now; what's important is that we can work together and hold out until tomorrow afternoon. If all goes well, I believe the reinforcements will arrive by then. So our immediate priority is to get some sleep and maintain our strength to ensure we can hold out until Reinforcements arrive."
The so-called Reserve Team essentially means they will appear at the most dangerous times and places and can turn the tide in subsequent battles. With nearly an hour left until Dawn, if they don't sleep now, there may not be another opportunity.
Li Xin understood this point and bowed respectfully to Luzi. "What you say is absolutely right! I will go back inside to sleep now! You shouldn't stay outside too long either; after all, it's freezing cold."
Luzi agreed, indicating that he would go back to sleep soon. "You can head back first; I'll stay outside for a little while longer before returning to the house." After saying this, he raised his head and gazed at the pitch-black night sky. Perhaps due to the fire, dust obscured the sky above Wild King City, and the night, which should have been filled with stars, revealed only a few.
What a thick smoke! Just as this thought crossed his mind, he suddenly felt a coolness on his face. He reached out to catch the falling raindrops, only to realize they were tiny snowflakes. Soon after, a rustling sound of falling snow filled the surroundings...
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