Yi Guang accepted the order and departed, returning shortly after with several robust warhorses in tow. By then, Chen Feiyang and Liu Zishan had finished inventorying the supplies in the bandit den. They walked over to report to Leitao, "Captain Lei, there is quite a haul here—grain, clothing, and even some medicinal herbs. It’s all likely been pillaged from the local villagers."
"This is the blood and sweat of the common people," Leitao said, his brows knitted in a deep, grave frown. He stared intently at Chen Feiyang and instructed him with earnest gravity, "Feiyang, head to the county town immediately. Report to the authorities that we have successfully wiped out a bandit nest, captured the ringleader, and rounded up the henchmen. Furthermore, the amount of seized supplies is too vast for our small group to handle properly. Tell the local government to send people to take over at once. Ensure all the grain is returned to the people in full, and make proper arrangements to see that these rescued young women are sent home safely. As for the remaining bandit prisoners, let them be handled according to local protocol. As for the credit, let the government take it all!"
Chen Feiyang was momentarily stunned. A flicker of confusion crossed his eyes as he couldn't help but ask, "Captain Lei, we’re the ones who put in all the hard work to take down this den. Isn't it a shame to just hand over the glory like that?"
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