Mysteries of Immortal Puppet Master

Chapter 646: Chapter 190: Kill the Thief!

In a moment, Du Tiechuan found himself in a dilemma.

To turn the iron torrent around was naturally impossible. If it could be easily redirected, he wouldn’t have stubbornly charged ahead at Ghost Gate Pass earlier—why not detour and avoid a loss of twenty percent of the troops?

To continue advancing meant that the Vanguard Army of his own side would be crushed, naturally without much reduction in the strength of the main force.

However, that did not mean combat effectiveness would not drop.

According to Military Art, those who carry and manifest military tactics are usually the soldiers and officers. The morale and fighting spirit of the soldiers have a crucial impact on their combat effectiveness.

Once they start fighting amongst themselves, it would certainly delight the enemy and boost their morale, while on our side, it’s evident: we have fallen for the enemy’s poisonous scheme, played like puppets to their applause. Even with strong military tactics, it would seem foolish.

As a result, morale would plummet, combat effectiveness would nosedive, creating a significant gap for the enemy to exploit.

Keep in mind, though Iron Stream Flat Country is immensely powerful, they have now penetrated deep into enemy territory. And if their combat strength severely weakens, they will surely be surrounded and attacked by the enemy.

Indeed, before even reaching the Vanguard Army camp, the main army was already in an uproar, and the people’s hearts were unsettled.

The soldiers were shaken, and so were the officers.

If they really do end up slaughtering each other, how would they explain themselves upon returning to the Royal Capital? There would inevitably be major consequences. Those without a firm backing might even end up in prison!