Wu Zhentian, the ruler of Wulong Country, personally took command of the expedition this time, with Niu Meng serving as his primary general. Determined to wash away his past shame and recover lost territory, Wu Zhentian discussed the matter with Niu Meng and decided to employ a strategy combining a feint to the east with an attack in the west, alongside an assault by fire.
Mounted on his warhorse, Wu Zhentian said to Niu Meng: "General Niu, for this campaign, we shall first send a small detachment to launch a feigned attack on the east side of the Gale Camp to build up momentum and draw out their main force. At the same time, you will lead an elite unit under the cover of night to quietly sneak in from the west, carrying a large quantity of burning oil in preparation for a fire attack on the Gale Camp. As soon as the Gale Camp falls into chaos, our main army will launch a full-scale frontal assault, and we are bound to take it in one fell swoop."
Niu Meng cupped his fists and accepted the command: "Your Majesty is wise, this subordinate will definitely not fail the mission!"
Chapter 208