These people who stepped out accounted for about one-tenth.
King Lin was not angry, for in warfare quality matters over quantity. Lightened of dead weight, he could now advance into battle unencumbered.
But those who remained in line felt a bit uneasy. Had no one stepped out, they might have felt justified, but now, they were somewhat panicked, fearing that the leader would be angry.
Yet thinking that most had not stepped out, they believed their choice was correct.
Surely the leader would not go against the will of the majority.
Niu Peng, however, started berating the chiefs who had not stepped out.
Ashamed and resentful, these men thought to themselves, "You're fed and not starving; have you considered our plight?"
"One may have grievances with Xu Scholar, plotting to betray him when the time comes," a leader harbored malicious thoughts.
