The two armies arrayed themselves!
Facing the Qin Army, Chu State chose a commander akin to Zhao Kuo—a man skilled only in warfare on paper.
It can be said—
Sending Qu Zhang to lead their troops truly was a grave mistake for Chu.
Within the Chu Army's formation—
"All generals, heed my orders."
"Once the battle begins, fight to the death and never retreat."
"Whoever dares withdraw without orders shall be killed."
Clad in battle armor, Qu Zhang shouted loudly.
"We obey the general's orders!" the Chu generals responded in unison.
"Esteemed generals,
This battle—we shall be victorious!"
"The Qin Army has split its forces to garrison and seize our cities, and now their strength is inferior to ours."
"Our forces outnumber the Qin Army."
"Sons of Great Chu, this battle is ours to win!"
Even now—
Qu Zhang remained supremely confident, blind to the pessimism in his generals' eyes.
Perhaps—
This man is like Ma Su of later times—arrogant, trusting only his own judgment.
