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In this heavy rain, the days for the Zhao Army stationed on the mountain were not easy. Although the camp did not have a large swimming pool like in Bastion City, some supplies that could not be salvaged were washed down the mountain by the rain. The high ground was already overcrowded, with people huddled together, fearing they would be swept away by the muddy waters.
Rivers flowed continuously around the Zhao Army camp, dividing the once united troops into countless fragments. Zhao Sheng looked up at the darkened sky and couldn't help but cry out to the heavens. What sins had he committed to provoke Heavenly Will into bringing such calamity? If he had to bear this disaster alone, why did it also have to involve over two hundred thousand soldiers of the Zhao Army?
Zhao Sheng's sorrow was not for show; the Zhao Soldiers scattered around the high ground seeking shelter were the last military force available to Zhao State. If they were all drowned here, Zhao State would no longer have the capability to organize a decent army. At least for a short time, it seemed that the indecisive Yan State was eagerly anticipating such an outcome!
Wei Wujie, hiding from the flood on the opposite high ground from Zhao Sheng, understood this all too well but could do nothing but feel anxious. He considered wading through the water to persuade Zhao Sheng but ultimately dismissed that thought. The water was carrying a large amount of mud and debris; once submerged, there would be no chance of returning!
Living meant having a chance to showcase one's great ambitions, and young Wei Wujie had no intention of sacrificing himself for anyone. Moreover, this was an army composed of Zhao people; as a Wei Kingdom citizen, he had no reason to risk his life in these waters!
However, regardless of his thoughts, it wouldn't be good if Zhao Sheng saw someone across the way watching with interest. Seizing the moment, Wei Wujie pushed back and instructed his retainer to shield him from view. At that moment, he suddenly had a thought about Zhao Xinjun commanding on the opposite side.
Could this be heaven's will? This heavy rain blocking Zhao State's reinforcements was merely a warning for certain individuals not to go against fate.
Wei Wujie found this answer quite agreeable and worried he might laugh out loud, so he quickly shifted his gaze to the muddy ground beneath him. The fact that Zhao Sheng was in such dire straits must mean he had ventured out on an inauspicious day! It was simply asking for trouble to go out when it wasn't advisable! With that thought, he finally couldn't help but chuckle softly.
Regardless of how much water fell from the sky, the timely alert allowed the Zhao Army to ascend the surrounding high ground at a critical moment and preserve their formation intact. If they had waited even a little longer, significant losses in personnel and supplies would have occurred.
Fortunately, the Zhao Army's encampment was situated on elevated terrain; no matter how heavy the rain fell, there would be limits. Compared to West Fortress City, their situation was much better.
In West Fortress City, water levels continued to rise, and several stone seams in the surrounding walls showed signs of leaking outward. If they did not find a way to drain this water promptly, the walls would likely soon collapse under immense water pressure.
At this moment, Wang Jian finally understood Luzi's meaning and immediately led people toward the south wall of Fortification in an attempt to create a drainage outlet. Bastion City had a terrain that sloped down from south to north, and since the Zhao Army was stationed on the northern mountains of this city, their only expedient solution was to breach the South City Wall to resolve this crisis.
The fortification was built against the mountains, resulting in a natural architectural layout that was higher in the south and lower in the north. By the time Luzi and the others arrived at the South City Wall, the accumulated water that could not be drained in time had nearly submerged half of the wall.
The West City Wall only began to show signs of seepage, but the situation at the South City Wall was dire, with water gushing out from the cracks in the stones. In some places, water columns as thick as an arm erupted, shocking all who witnessed it.
"Take it down!"
Someone in the crowd shouted, prompting everyone to bend down and start dismantling the wall. Without daring to delay any longer, people used their weapons to pry at the large stones, while those who were too weak simply used their fingers to dig at the seams.
The soldiers who rushed over quickly assessed the situation and, ignoring their clothes soaked with sweat and rainwater, began working fervently. The sheer number of people provided great strength! As a large gap was opened in the sturdy wall, a massive torrent of water shot out in a parabolic arc, sending stones from the wall tumbling down the slope along with the water.
Seeing that the water level in the city began to drop, Luzi realized that this method of drainage was extremely effective. He hurriedly signaled for the soldiers standing on either side of the gap to retreat to a safe position to avoid any potential collapse of parts of the wall due to the rushing water.
Wang Jian, standing next to Luzi, wiped his face and squinted at the dark clouds overhead, sighing, "We are fortunate to be in a mountainous area; if we were on flat ground facing this kind of weather, it would be troublesome!"
Luzi looked down at his fingers, which were scraped from hastily dismantling the wall, and shook his head with a wry smile. He told Wang Jian that this was his first experience with such heavy rain. Besides, how long does a person's life last? It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say it's a once-in-a-century event!
Wang Jian noticed that this Governor, who had taken the lead in rescuing others, had injured his hands and quickly pulled out bandages from his pocket to provide first aid. Luzi glanced at the soldiers resting in the rain and insisted that it wasn't necessary.
The drainage channel opened in the wall subsequently experienced some indirect collapses; however, due to prior foresight, there were no casualties. When the accumulated water in the city receded enough to reveal the ground beneath, it became clear that the gap created by the flood was nearly thirty meters wide.
The heavy rain showed no signs of letting up but no longer posed a threat to those inside Bastion City. As the water level within the city dropped to its lowest point, good news began pouring in from various observation points. The walls were no longer seeping water; they were now as solid as a fortress!
Only the relentless rain continued; they dared not block up this breach in the wall. Receiving reports from various locations, Luzi remained cautious and dispatched a small team of Arrow Formation soldiers to guard the gap before leaving. Despite the heavy rain and wind at present, taking every precaution was still the best strategy.
Since the drainage problem in the city has been thoroughly resolved, it is time to inspect the various watch posts. Wang Jian and the others returned to rest, while he insisted on walking around the city walls. He repeatedly reminded each watch post to remain vigilant, which made him feel somewhat reassured.
As he was preparing to descend from the city wall, he happened to encounter Old General Li Li, who was coming up in the rain to check on the posts. The sense of reassurance he had just felt immediately vanished. A sudden storm had arrived, and he wondered where Li Xin, who had gone out to gather intelligence on the Zhao Army, was now. The Zhao Army had already reached the mountaintop, but there had been no news from the Scout Team that had been sent out. One can only hope that nothing unfortunate has happened!
Li Li seemed completely unconcerned about his own child encountering any mishap. In his view, Li Xin's failure to return promptly must mean he had discovered something along the way. A parent knows their child well, and Li Li's attitude reflected his confidence.
It would be impossible for Li Xin to be captured by the Zhao Army without intention. The skills he had honed since childhood were specifically trained to handle adverse situations. It would be even more unlikely for him to be swept away by a sudden downpour along with his horse! As a general, one must understand the timing and geography; this is fundamental training for a commander!
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