With the village fortified and their defenses strengthened, Jian Yu and her allies turned their attention to the next phase of their plan. Gathered around a makeshift map in the war room, they discussed their strategy for dealing with Zhou Ming's inevitable retaliation.
"Our scouts have reported increased activity in the surrounding areas," Jian Yu began, her eyes focused on the map laid out before them. "It's only a matter of time before Zhou Ming launches another attack."
Li Wei nodded in agreement. "We need to be proactive. Waiting for him to strike first would put us at a disadvantage."
Feng Yi chimed in, his voice resolute. "We should launch preemptive strikes against his supply lines and outposts. It'll weaken his forces and buy us time to prepare for his main assault."
Jian Yu considered their words carefully, weighing the risks and benefits of each option. "I agree. We can't afford to let Zhou Ming dictate the terms of this conflict. We'll hit him where it hurts and force him to play on our terms."
With their plan in place, Jian Yu and her allies set out to execute their strategy. Li Wei led a team of skilled fighters on raids against Zhou Ming's supply caravans, while Feng Yi organized guerrilla attacks on his outposts and forward bases.
Meanwhile, Jian Yu focused on rallying more allies to their cause. She reached out to neighboring villages and tribes, forging alliances and securing support for their fight against Zhou Ming's tyranny.
As the weeks passed, their efforts began to bear fruit. Zhou Ming's grip on the region weakened as Jian Yu and her allies struck blow after blow against his forces. The tide of battle slowly turned in their favor, and whispers of rebellion spread throughout the land.