Before the main army returned to the city, the townspeople had already boiled water and cooked meals for the soldiers. The exhausted soldiers ate their porridge and chewed on pickled vegetables, their faces wreathed in smiles. It had been a long time since they had fought a battle like this. Setting aside the victory itself, the mere fact that the common folk had taken the initiative to cook for them was enough to boast about for a lifetime.
Just as the city was filled with the joy of victory, Qin Liangyu announced that she would convene the commanders at the beginning of the second watch. The officers dragged their weary bodies into Qin Liangyu’s command tent. Although they felt a measure of discontent, none dared to speak out. After all, Qin Liangyu, already seventy years of age, had not taken a moment to rest either.
"Today’s great victory over Li the rebel is entirely to your credit. Once each unit has finished tallying the enemy casualties and their own losses, I shall personally submit a report to Your Majesty to request rewards for you all!"
Chapter 507