Though Lord Suo Hanyi was demanding, he confided in his officers, giving a subtle sense of equality.
As for Lord Suo Lun, he always remained aloof, inscrutable but occasionally, his intimacy would excite and astonish you.
Therefore, Suo Hanyi could only be a general, while Suo Lun was the true sovereign.
In fact, Suo Hanyi could at most promote your military rank, whereas Suo Lun could bestow upon you lands and manors, titles, and bring honor and status to your family.
"Yes, my lord," Suo Danchen said excitedly.
Suo Lun said, "Leave two thousand men to garrison Heavenly Water Main City, the remaining four thousand will follow me south to eradicate the rebels within Tianlang Pass."
"At your command," Suo Danchen said, kneeling on one knee.
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At dusk.
Outside Heavenly Water Main City, four thousand City Defense Army soldiers had fully assembled. Two thousand cavalry, two thousand infantrymen.