The news that the Great Qing surprise force had successfully destroyed the rear military supply base of a powerful foreign nation spread across the land like a spring breeze, sparking nationwide jubilation. The morale of the Qing troops on the front lines soared as if they had been infused with boundless strength. Pressing their advantage with an overwhelming force, they launched a full-scale counteroffensive against the foreign power. Under the fierce onslaught of the Great Qing military, the enemy’s defensive lines began to crumble like a dilapidated building on the verge of collapse, forcing them into a steady retreat.
Su Ran sat steadily in the imperial court, his eyes fixed intently on the military map, closely monitoring every shift in the front-line situation. At this moment, a report of victory from the front-line commanders arrived like a clarion call: "Your Majesty, our forces are unstoppable. We have consecutively captured multiple key enemy strongholds, and the enemy is clearly in rout. We are currently pressing our advantage and driving deep, with hopes of further expanding these glorious results."
A look of gratified joy appeared on Su Ran’s face, yet, knowing well that the situation on the battlefield could shift in an instant, he maintained his customary calm and steadiness. "Issue an order to the front-line troops: they must not grow arrogant or underestimate the enemy due to this momentary victory. They must keep a close watch on every move the enemy makes…
Chapter 213