Lengshan nodded and said, "Old Ancestor, this is what I've been thinking. Now that our six auxiliary roads are open, we only have the vanguard, main, and rear armies left."
"I believe we should prioritize defense for now. We'll wait until the vanguard troops of these divisions and the army of the Dragon God-Beast clan have recuperated before launching a unified offensive."
Wang Jian felt that what Lengshan said made sense. Currently, the human race's army, in terms of both combat power and numbers, was significantly inferior to the Giant Demon clan.
If they were to launch a forceful attack now, even if they could win against the Giant Demon clan by relying on military formations and various tactics, the losses for the human race would be considerable.
It was important to remember that the human forces on the front lines were the elites of the six major corps. If these troops suffered heavy casualties, the combat effectiveness of the six major corps would be reduced by at least half.
"What you've said is reasonable, my boy. We can focus on defense first and then proceed cautiously," Wang Jian agreed.
Following this, Lengshan pointed to the map and spoke again:
"Have Old Ancestor Bai Qi lead the vanguard army to retreat to a position 20 kilometers from the barrier. Have Old Ancestor Meng Tian also retreat to a position 20 kilometers from the barrier, mirroring Old Ancestor Bai Qi's location."
"As for us, we will be stationed 30 kilometers from the barrier in the middle route. This way, our three army lines will form an inverted triangle."
"Among the three armies, the central army will have the largest number of troops and the strongest combat power. Regardless of whether the Ten Thousand Races attack the vanguard camp, the rear army camp, or even attack both camps simultaneously, we will be able to provide support."
Wang Jian's eyes lit up instantly. Despite the young man's age, his strategies for warfare were quite cunning.
"Alright, boy, we'll do as you say. Let's hold a video conference."
Lengshan nodded and asked the translator to prepare.
Before long, Lin Zhan and the figures of all the responsible individuals from the three armies appeared on the large screen.
Lengshan explained his plan, and everyone nodded in agreement.
Ying Xuan chuckled and said, "Old Leng, you're not just scheming against our vanguard and Old Jiang's rear army, you're also scheming against Commander Lin's main army."
Lengshan nodded generously and said:
"Don't let the large number of our current troops fool you. When it comes to true strength, it's still the Commander's main army. Don't forget, Old Ancestor Wu Qi is deploying 10 million Wei Wuzu soldiers in the main defense, waiting for any unwise fool to show up."
Jiang Zheng also agreed and said, "Old Ying, once we're attacked, we'll have Old Leng come to our rescue directly, clearing the middle route. Then, the Commander will lead his main army forward, and we'll encircle them. Even if the Ten Thousand Races send 30 million troops, they'll all be trapped here."
Lin Zhan looked at them with a helpless expression. Good heavens, he had intended for them to go fight the war so he could rest, but these few had outsmarted him completely.
"You guys don't even take me, your Commander, seriously. You all..."
"Alright, Commander Lin, stop complaining. We brothers are risking our lives on the front lines. Just issue your orders."
He Dazhuang and Wang Erzhuang, with their quick tempers and simple-mindedness, didn't give Lin Zhan any face at all.
Lin Zhan quickly said, "Fine, you are the masters then."
"Issue an order: All front-line affairs will be handled by Jiang Zheng. The troops will rest for three days, and after three days, they will prepare to attack the Giant Demon barrier."
"Lengshan will continue to follow the original plan, responsible for training the Jungle Corps. Additionally, prepare the Rabid Dogs; it's time we deployed this trump card."
Lengshan quickly nodded and said, "This is for the best. In terms of leading troops, I'm still lacking in details compared to Old Jiang. Moreover, the Jungle Corps suffered considerable casualties this time and also needs a good period of rest."
Lin Zhan nodded and said again, "Three days from now, we will launch a probing attack on the Giant Demon barrier. Don't go rushing in with your swords drawn like brutes, especially you two brothers, Dazhuang and Erzhuang."
"Furthermore, I need to recall the Kings of the Great Shang Guard. I'm short-handed here. If anything goes wrong, without enough Kings, the troops won't be able to push forward."
"Alright, meeting adjourned. The Formation Master squad has been dispatched to you. Remember to protect them; these people are treasures."
After everyone hung up the communication, they began to busy themselves.
Jiang Zheng also departed for the main army camp on the middle route to take charge.
Only the Lin family members were left in charge of the entire rear army.
Tiemu Zhen led the Wolf Cavalry back to Lin Zhan's defensive line. After all, the war mounts of the Wolf Cavalry were prairie giant wolves, and they would become unaccustomed if they stayed in the forest for too long.
Lin Zhan was in the command center looking at the map when the young Taoist priest entered from outside.
"Big Brother, the formation has been constructed up to the location of Brother Shan's former main army camp. When do we transfer the combat fortress over?"
Lin Zhan shook his head and said, "It's not time yet. If we move the combat fortress over now, that old fox Rommel will definitely gather all the forces of the Ten Thousand Races army and fight us to the death."
"We can't push the Ten Thousand Races army too hard yet. We need to let them have a sweet dream for a while longer, and let us wear down some more of the Ten Thousand Races' strength. Otherwise, the remaining 60,000-plus Kings in the Ten Thousand Races army would be enough for us to handle."
"Over sixty thousand Kings, the Ten Thousand Races are truly numerous. Have we already killed over 30,000 of their Kings, and there are still so many left?"
Li Cunxiao, clad in a set of black heavy armor, sat in the seat previously occupied by Xiang Yu.
After Lu Bu and the other four went to the battlefield, Xiang Yu had taken over Lu Bu's position.
Later, Xiang Yu also went to the battlefield, leaving only Ye Fan, a half-crippled Human Guardian General, in the command center.
As the saying goes, "Kings are no match for Xiang, Generals are no match for Li." Thus, Li Cunxiao immediately took over Xiang Yu's position to ensure Lin Zhan's safety.
After all, if the dignified Commander of the Human Race were to be killed under the watch of them, the Human Guardian Generals, then they would have no face to live on.
Lin Zhan looked at Li Cunxiao and said helplessly, "Old Ancestor Cunxiao, I really don't need protection. With my combat power and that of the Five Youngsters, even Old Ancestor Dian Wei and Old Ancestor Xu Chu working together could only fight us to a draw."
Li Cunxiao pouted and said, "Even if you combine those two brutes, they wouldn't be enough for me to deal with using one hand. You winning against them isn't something to brag about."
"Boy, let me tell you, among the Human King-level Guardian Generals, there are three who can fight against the peak of their foundations and remain undefeated: the Hegemon-King of Western Chu, Xiang Yu; the peerless fierce general, Li Cunxiao; and the Demon God, Lu Bu. Among these three, Lu Bu is at the bottom."
"This is why they need to guard you as a group of five, while Xiang Yu and I only need one to stay."
Lin Zhan nodded and said, "I know. It's because Old Ancestor Lu Bu's head got stimulated, so they need to leave a few more with good brains. As for you and Old Ancestor Xiang Yu, you are both normal people, so you don't need to find teammates."
Li Cunxiao: "My mother..."