Inside the main command tent, candlelight clearly illuminated the marching routes on the map. Tang San stood beside Marshal Ge Long, his gaze fixed on the marking for the "grain supply line." He spoke sincerely, "Marshal, when it comes to troop formations and battlefield deployments, I truly cannot match your wealth of experience. I will leave all subsequent army movements to your command. However, warfare involving Soul Masters is completely different from conventional battles. That is something you must pay particular attention to."
Marshal Ge Long nodded, his fingertip tracing across the map as he said gravely, "Rest assured, Blue Hao King. I have fought in countless campaigns over the years, so naturally I understand the deterrent power of Soul Masters. Individual Soul Masters possess formidable combat strength. They can break through enemy formations and defenses, launch surprise raids from the rear, and play an indispensable role. I heard that you have already promised His Majesty that the Tang Family Army will assist the Heaven Dou Spirit Master Legion in containing the Spirit Hall Empire's main Soul Master forces. With you holding the front-line Soul Master battlefield, I can deploy the infantry and cavalry with far greater peace of mind."
He paused before continuing, "As for logistical supplies on the flanking battlefield, I have already dispatched four cavalry regiments to establish defenses along the grain transport route and patrol day and night. This is to guard against Bibi Dong sending Soul Masters around our lines to launch a surprise attack—grain supplies are the army's lifeline. There can be no mistakes."
"I'm afraid cavalry regiments alone won't be enough." Tang San frowned slightly, concern in his voice. "From what I know of Bibi Dong and the Spirit Hall Empire, they are ruthless and skilled at using unorthodox tactics. Ordinary defensive measures