Qin Hu felt as though he had been struck by a thunderbolt; he simply could not believe his ears...
The imperial decree arrived swiftly. Considering the meritorious service of Qin Hu's ancestors, his capital punishment was commuted, but he could not escape lesser penalties. He was exiled to Youzhou to serve in the army, while retaining his title of nobility to redeem himself through future service.
Yet upon arriving in Youzhou, he was promptly assigned to the front lines—to await orders at the Vanguard Camp.
Chapter 239