Qin Hu felt as though he had been struck by a thunderbolt; he simply could not believe his ears...
The imperial decree arrived swiftly. Taking into account the meritorious service of Qin Hu's ancestors, his capital punishment was commuted, but he could not escape physical punishment. He was exiled to Youzhou to serve in the army, though his noble title was retained so that his future conduct could be observed.
Yet upon arriving in Youzhou, he was promptly assigned to the front lines—to await orders at the vanguard commander's tent.
Chapter 1097