Chapter 1912: Extermination Chapter 1912: Extermination Editor: Henyee Translations At that mont, with about an hour left until clarity dawned, vigilance was at its lowest.
Soldiers donning counterfeit attire and brandishing weapons easily breached the mountain stronghold’s doors.
As the skirmish erupted, those left behind began to realize the dire situation.
However, it was already too late!
With superior numbers and unwavering morale, the soldiers swiftly overwheld the interdiate mountain bandits, who were accustod to preying on the weak.
Having suffered consecutive setbacks and diminished strength, panic and apprehension consud them.
In the face of a formidable foe, they trembled in fear, so even losing control of their bladders and crying out for their parents as they fled in every direction to preserve their lives.
As the sun climbed higher, its rays piercing through the forest canopy, the birds began their morning rituals, chirping and soaring into the sky.
The battle between the two villages ca to a decisive conclusion, with the light of day illuminating the aftermath.
The soldiers erged victorious!
After more than a decade, the malignant presence in Anze Province had been eradicated completely.
Throughout the city, jubilation erupted, and word spread like wildfire.
Lord Shao’s na commanded utmost respect.
It was his efforts that had bestowed peace upon their lives, banishing the specter of marauding bandits.
Families, particularly those with young daughters, no longer harbored the sa fears.
No longer did they hesitate to let their seven- or eight-year-olds venture outdoors, for the threat of abduction had been vanquished.
With the dust settled, the aftermath unfolded, intricate and demanding.
Each bandit, along with Scribe Guan and his cohorts, faced severe retribution—whether by the sword or by exile.
None could evade justice.
Fortunately, with the invaluable assistance of Jia Heming, Shao Yunduan found a mont of respite.
Reflecting on it all, Shao Yunduan couldn’t help but marvel at the competence of his Deputy Prefect, the Governor’s right-hand man.
Jia Heming navigated through countless bureaucratic hurdles, freeing Shao Yunduan to focus on matters of greater import.
Without him, even a mont’s reprieve would have been a luxury beyond reach.
Indeed, not only Shao Yunduan but also the other scribes gaped in astonishnt.
How had they not realized the extent of Jia Heming’s abilities?
It seed that Jia Heming had been hiding his capabilities all along.
Shao Yunduan lacked prior experience as a Prefect, and thus had no basis for comparison with other Deputy Prefects—excluding the extre case of Deputy Prefect Guan.
He knew Jia Heming to be competent, but the revelation of his true abilities left him awestruck.
Jia Heming’s capabilities far surpassed those of an average individual.
In essence, he was the equivalent of five ordinary Deputy Prefects combined!
Previously, so had harbored doubts regarding Jia Heming’s appointnt as Deputy Prefect.
Yet, witnessing his actions dispelled any lingering skepticism.
They couldn’t help but admire Lord Shao’s discernnt in selecting personnel.
As everything settled, October ca to an end and November began.
Anze Province finally experienced tranquility.
Shao Yunduan initiated discussions about rewards and a celebratory feast.
People felt a mix of nervousness and excitent.
After toiling tirelessly for so long, it was finally ti to unwind and revel in the mont.
The banquet unfolded at the state office, with the two prominent restaurants in the city fully booked.
A plethora of delectable dishes and beverages flowed continuously.
Shao Yunduan led hundreds of governnt officials in rry revelry, indulging from noon until late into the night.
anwhile, Qiao Xuan arranged a separate banquet in the back garden, extending invitations to all the officials’ wives.
Both inside and outside, the atmosphere brimd with jubilation!
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