Although he was eager to push deep into Chu State immediately, he still needed to first sound out Chu State's true strength.
If there were no land forces stationed at Eagle-Beak Cliff, it wouldn't be too late to send troops ashore then.
As the warships drew closer to the shores of Eagle-Beak Cliff, a sudden barrage of fierce gunfire erupted from the land. Countless cannonballs shot into the sky, heading straight for the fleet's position.
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