In a moment, Du Tiechuan found himself in a dilemma.
To turn the iron torrent around was naturally impossible. If it could be easily redirected, he wouldn't have stubbornly charged ahead at Ghost Gate Pass earlier—why not detour and avoid a loss of twenty percent of the troops?
To continue advancing meant that the Vanguard Army of his own side would be crushed, naturally without much reduction in the strength of the main force.
However, that did not mean combat effectiveness would not drop.
According to Military Art, those who carry and manifest military tactics are usually the soldiers and officers. The morale and fighting spirit of the soldiers have a crucial impact on their combat effectiveness.
Once they start fighting amongst themselves, it would certainly delight the enemy and boost their morale, while on our side, it's evident: we have fallen for the enemy's poisonous scheme, played like puppets to their applause. Even with strong military tactics, it would seem foolish.
