"Hannibal's move was just to hold back the Qin army so that it could not reinforce us. However, Hannibal made a mistake. He wanted to stop the Qin army of 50,000 people with only 100,000 people. I'm afraid it wasn't that easy.

easy."

"As long as Qin's 50,000-strong army breaks through the defense line of Carthage's 100,000-strong army, or even severely damages Carthage's 100,000-strong army, then our Roman predicament can be easily solved."

Scipio's eyes shone brightly, and the joy on his face could not be hidden.

Scipio knew that Qin's real plan was to unify the world, so the Qin countries in the western regions would not ignore it.

It's just that Rome is in trouble now, and Scipio can't think so much. Only by overcoming the current difficulties can Rome have a glimmer of hope.

"But... Your Majesty the Consul, according to reports from our army's spies, the Qin vanguard army and the Carthage vanguard force have officially entered into battle.

It’s just that the outcome of this battle was a bit unexpected. The Qin side seemed to be unable to withstand the fierce attack from the Carthage vanguard, and actually retreated on its own initiative."

At this time, another official in charge of intelligence stepped forward, his face solemn, and his eyes full of nervousness and worry.

"What did you say?"

"This...how is this possible!"

Hearing what this official said, a look of deep disbelief suddenly appeared on Scipio's face.

He never imagined that the first collision between the Qin army and the Carthage army would have such a result.

You must know that the Great Qin Army has already undergone earth-shaking changes under the leadership of Ying Yu and the various military policies promulgated by Ying Yu.

It can be said that after a series of systematic and intensive training, the soldiers of the Great Qin Army have demonstrated a qualitative leap in combat effectiveness that is no longer what it used to be.

Moreover, the equipment of Da Qin's army has also been updated. Whether it is Da Qin's weapons or Da Qin's Jia Qing, they are unmatched by the military equipment of other countries in terms of their sharpness and sturdiness.

But in the battle in Rome, Qin's vanguard was defeated by Carthage's vanguard. If this news spread, it would definitely cause an uproar.

Even Scipio began to feel a little shaken in his heart.

Is the Qin army as terrifying and powerful as rumored?

In other words, the Carthaginian army has become very powerful and can be compared with the Qin army.

No matter what happens, it will be a huge blow to Rome.

This was something that Scipio and the generals and officials present were unwilling and did not dare to believe.

"If Qin's 50,000-strong army is really defeated by Carthage's 100,000-strong army, then the end awaits us in Rome!"

"At this time, those pedantic nobles are still unwilling to send troops. Are they really planning to watch Rome's demise?"

All the generals on the Roman side had angry looks on their faces.

"Your Majesty the Consul, there is one more thing."

Just when everyone looked sad and angry, the intelligence officer spoke again.

"What else?"

The expression on Scipio's face still gradually dimmed, and even his face became a little pale.

"According to reports from our army's spies, the vanguard of the Qin army was able to fight with the vanguard of Carthage with ease, but it seems that it did not use its full strength."

The intelligence officer spoke quickly.

As soon as these words came out, the gray in Scipio's eyes suddenly disappeared.

"In this case, the Qin vanguard force was defeated by the Carthage vanguard force. It is most likely just an illusion."

"Perhaps this is the strategy of the generals of the Qin army."

Scipio thought for a moment, then spoke with some excitement.

"Your Excellency, Consul, the Qin Dynasty is developing rapidly. Qin's military capabilities are absolutely unique in the world!"

"And according to my subordinates' understanding, Qin is a country that cares about face very much.

Although the army sent by Qin State to support our Rome this time is small in number, these 50,000 people must have some means that we don't know about."

"Now that our Roman army has lost all morale, it is definitely no match for the Carthaginian army. Those greedy nobles can no longer count on us. Now our only hope is the 50,000 people from Qin."

"So I believe that regardless of whether Qin's 50,000-strong army can be a match for the Carthaginian army, we in Rome must do our best to defeat the Carthaginian army led by Hannibal together with the Qin reinforcements."

"Having said that, now that we are trapped in an isolated city, all we can do now is to pray that the Qin reinforcements can defeat Hannibal and come to support in time.

Otherwise, Rome will definitely fall into a state of eternal destruction!"

All the high-ranking officials in Rome started talking, and everyone's expressions were very solemn.

"You are right, pass on the order..."

"We must defend the city at all costs. What we can do now is to drag Carthage's 100,000-strong army here."

"At the same time, scouts were sent to inquire about the fighting situation between the Qin army and the Carthage army, and report any news in a timely manner.

Scipio nodded solemnly.

"Yes! Your Majesty the Archon!"

"Your Excellency, please rest assured!"

Following Scipio's order, all the high-ranking Roman officials responded respectfully and then left.

........

At this time, the Carthaginian army, under the orders of Hannibal, was chasing the Qin vanguard force led by the third brother Wang Dasan who deliberately pretended to retreat.

At the same time, in the Carthaginian army camp on the other side of the river, a total of 20,000 soldiers took action and crossed the river towards the Qin army camp.

"This Hannibal is nothing more than that. He loses his composure so quickly."

"Such a simple tactic to lure the enemy can actually take the bait."

In front of the Qin army's camp, Wang Ben and his generals were sitting on horseback. Looking at the tens of thousands of Carthage soldiers charging towards them with great momentum, everyone's lips curled up into a smile.

"Send the order!"

"All soldiers are prepared to meet the enemy. We must not allow the Carthaginian army to successfully disembark before reaching our camp!"

After Wang Ben finished speaking, several Qin army generals behind him also started shouting.

These few people have been Wang Ben's lieutenants since he destroyed the Six Kingdoms, so they naturally understand what Wang Ben wants to do.

Amidst the shouts, the Da Qin soldiers stationed in the camp felt as if they were facing a formidable enemy, with a solemn look on every soldier's face.

At the same time, Wang Yi and Chen Li, who were ambushing in the woods on both sides of the river bank, quietly issued orders to prepare for battle.

.........

Soon, Carthage's vanguard troops successfully landed ashore and started a fierce battle with the Qin soldiers on the shore.

At this moment, the Qin soldiers who were fighting the Carthaginian vanguard followed Wang Ben's plan and retreated while deliberately leaving the slightest loopholes to lure the Carthaginian soldiers to pursue them.
Chapter completed!