The sun had climbed high into the sky, its light bathing the land.
Huang Feihu arrived at the top of Chuanyun Pass, his piercing gaze surveying this strategically critical area. Eventually, his eyes settled on Xu Fang, the Garrison Commander standing atop the city wall, looking resolutely into the distance.
"General Xu, our failure to defend the boundary fortress is indeed a sign of our incapacity. It was fortunate that you came out to respond in time, preventing the annihilation of my entire army." Huang Feihu said gravely, a trace of self-reproach and gratitude in his voice.
Xu Fang quickly descended from the city wall and approached Huang Feihu, giving him a bow: "Grand Marshal, our defeat was due to the enemy's cunning strategies, not a failure on the Marshal's part. Moreover, I've heard that the Xi Qi rebels have been aided by Immortals from beyond our realm. Our soldiers are brave, but they cannot withstand such forces.
