Wen Zhong stood there quietly, motionless, seemingly lost in thought. A trace of exhaustion flickered in his eyes, but it was overshadowed by firmness and resolve. This war had dragged on for a long time, and both sides had paid a heavy price. Yet the battle was not over yet, and more challenges awaited them.
At Wen Zhong's command, the soldiers sprang into action. They carefully cleared the debris and bodies from the battlefield, carrying their wounded comrades to safety for treatment. Sorrow and helplessness were written on everyone's faces, for they knew these deaths and injuries were unavoidable, and that this fight was being waged so that their descendants could enjoy everlasting peace.
Wen Zhong took a deep breath, trying to calm the turmoil in his heart. He knew that as a general, he could not be swayed by emotion; he had to remain calm and decisive. He turned and walked aside to discuss the next strategic deployment with the other generals. They needed to summarize their lessons learned, adjust their tactics, and prepare thoroughly for the next battle.
Chapter 82