I quickly retreated from the prison as well. The Prime Minister had truly gone to find people. Before long, he brought back a number of officials; I didn't know the process, nor did I know what they had discussed. However, the heroic deeds of General Wu were indeed circulated.
The First Prince expressed deep abhorrence for the matter and high-profilely declared that General Wu was a traitor to their Gong Kingdom.
Early the next morning, not only were General Wu's crimes announced, but some innocent people were released—naturally, the women. Since two minor commanders had taken the lead and fought valiantly during the campaign, they were promoted to minor generals. One was the Prime Minister's own grandson, and the other was a member of the royal family, so there was much fanfare in the awarding of titles. However, these two were truly deserving of the rewards; their military achievements were won under the gaze of everyone, and they had fought bravely, so no one could find fault with it.
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