Chapter 346: The First Battle_2

Although he had once sworn that the enemy forces were as easy to defeat as "chickens and dogs" and seemed to have sure victory within his grasp, the truth was, having even a forty percent chance of winning would have been good. It was just that, as the commander-in-chief and the backbone of the entire army, if he lacked courage himself, how could he expect those below him to fight to the death?

Now, with the great battle upon them, it was all the more crucial for the commander to remain composed. Thus, with an unchanged expression, he looked down at the dense ranks of soldiers below and said with a smile, "Today's first battle may be the toughest one. Once we get through this fight, our circumstances will be much improved. Madman Wang, since you have boasted so boldly, how about you take charge of the defense for the first round?"

"Your Highness can entrust it to me, Madman Wang, without worry. If I live, the city stands," shouted Madman Wang with great vigor.