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 came down swiftly. In consideration of the meritorious service rendered by Qin Hu's ancestors, his capital punishment was commuted, but he could not escape a punishment of forced labor. He was banished to Youzhou to serve in the army, retaining his title of nobility while awaiting a demonstration of future remorse.
Yet upon arriving in Youzhou, he was promptly assigned to the front lines—to serve under the vanguard's tent.
Chapter 685