Qin Hu felt as though he had been struck by a bolt from the blue; he simply could not believe his ears...
The imperial decree arrived swiftly: in consideration of Qin Hu's ancestors' meritorious service, the death penalty was commuted, but he could not escape punishment. He was exiled to Youzhou to serve in the army, retaining his title to observe 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 865