Fell Without the Death of a Single Soldier
"Soldiers! Please, spare the villagers and children! Please do not involve them in this cruelty of war!" the village chief kneeled by the entrance of the village and begged the troops to spare them.
And to those participating in the war for their first time, such an experience wasn't an enjoyable one.
It was as if they're waving the blade in their hand around the innocent villager's throat while they accomplished the task given by their squad leaders.
But again, military command was above everything else, including guilt and feelings. This doctrine was the first lesson taught by Qin Lan's trusted educators and instructors back in the Shuiyue's Military Camp.
"Elder, please pack up and follow us as we escorted you back to the City of Yue. As long nobody retaliates and obeys our words carefully, we will not injure anyone. This is the order from our Marquis, please understand." the soldiers cupped their hands while speaking.