The Emperor and His Subjects Welcome the Victorious Return, Father and Son Meet for the First Time

"Blood Butcher Yama?"

Meng Wei listened to his subordinate's report, caught between laughter and tears.

"That brat has been killing in Han territory, and his notoriety has even spread all the way here."

Wang Yuan also laughed, "Destroying Han in eight days, slaughtering every city in his path—if that isn't the Blood Butcher Yama, what is?"

Meng Wei curled his lip, "What do you know? That's tactics. A lightning strike on the Han Capital requires wiping out the enemy's effective strength along the way, otherwise, it's easy to get stabbed in the back."

Wang Yuan scoffed, "Do you think I don't know that? Naturally, I understand, but that only counts as notoriety in other states. Here in our Qin State, this is prestige! Great, resounding prestige!"

Meng Wei burst into laughter, his face showing pride, "How long has Zhao Cheng even been in the army? He has already led troops to destroy Han, carved out immense fame, and terrified the various states. This official truly has a keen eye for talent!"

Wang Yuan couldn't bear to look at his smug expression and ignored him.

"A few days ago, the former Han lands were established as Yingchuan Commandery. Calculating the time, he should be leading his troops back. I wonder if he will pass through our area."

Meng Wei smiled, "I suggest you prepare some provisions in advance. That kid led six thousand Light Cavalry on a lightning raid; he certainly didn't bring a supply train. Unless he links up with my elder brother, he will eventually have to stop here for a while."

Wang Yuan shook his head, "It's not according to protocol. At the very least, the Tiger Tally must be verified..."

As they were speaking, a city guard rushed over, his face somewhat pale, yet his expression was