The spring breeze swept gently through the land. Songyi City lay in the south, and the weather had grown much warmer with the arrival of spring. In recent days, marching troops were often seen passing outside the city, all heading to reinforce the front lines.0

The sight of these troops eased the fear and tension that had gripped the people's hearts. 0

With so many soldiers heading to support the front, surely the rebel army would not remain rampant for long… right?0

Since their last major offensive, the bandits had suffered heavy losses. Many of their elite fighters had perished, forcing them to retreat and recover. In the days that followed, Baishi Mountain remained quiet, with no major clashes breaking out.0

Time slipped by, and a full month had passed. Lin Zheyu and his companions' posting had ended, so they began their journey back.0

Outside the city, a column of over 200 men...0