Records of the Human Emperor Chapter 927: Generals Gather, Strategic Deliberations (I)

Chapter 927: Generals Gather, Strategic Deliberations (I)

Translated by: Hypersheep325

Edited by: Michyrr

"Lord Marquis, you were looking for me."

Zhang Shouzhi bowed in front of Wang Chong. In these last two days of fighting, no one had been working harder than Zhang Shouzhi. As the highest-ranked architect in Talas, as well as the best architect in the Great Tang, Zhang Shouzhi had been personally involved in the construction of all the fortifications, whether it was the two steel defense lines or the hundreds of catapults lining the walls of Talas.

From the southwest to the northwest, Zhang Shouzhi was playing ever more important roles. One could say that even though he knew not one bit of martial arts, his importance in Qixi was second only to Wang Chong's.

"This is for you. Use it to strengthen and modify the two defense lines."

Wang Chong handed over a diagram paper as he spoke. This was a new diagram that he had made after the battle concluded, based on the current situation and how the three enemy factions had fought. No one besides Wang Chong, Zhang Shouzhi, and several of his core disciples were able to understand these diagrams.

"Be at ease. Leave this matter to me."

Zhang Shouzhi glanced at the diagram and gave a nod. Military matters were of utmost urgency, as they were tied to the lives of more than one hundred thousand soldiers. Zhang Shouzhi did not dare to delay and quickly left with the diagram.

Once Zhang Shouzhi left, Wang Chong continued to issue orders. "Li Siye, I leave this area up to you. Strengthen the guard and keep a close watch on the movements of the Tibetans, Western Turks, and Arabs. If you notice anything, inform me immediately."

"This general will carry out this order!" Li Siye sternly replied.

"Xu Keyi, Chen Bin! Hasten the repairs on the ballistae! They need to be ready for battle at any time!"

"Yes, Lord Marquis!" the two loudly affirmed.

Once everything was taken care of, Wang Chong walked through the gates of Talas, entering the city. The city itself was heavily patr

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