Qin Hu felt as though he had been struck by a thunderbolt, utterly unable to believe his ears...
The imperial decree arrived very quickly. Considering the past merits of Qin Hu's ancestors, his capital punishment was commuted, but he could not escape minor punishment. He was exiled to Youzhou to serve in the army, retaining his title of nobility while awaiting further evaluation of his future conduct.
However, upon arriving in Youzhou, he was promptly assigned to the front lines—to await orders at the vanguard commander's tent.
Chapter 862