767. Drive the Tiger to Devour the Wolf: Shi Weiyan

As they bid farewell outside the city, Shamoke mysteriously invited Gao Shun aside and quietly pleaded, "I reckon I'll be staying in Rinan for some time. I hope that when you return to Guangzhou, General, you'll look after my clansmen."

Gao Shun smiled and shook his head. "General Sha rendered great merit in this campaign to recover Rinan. You need not worry about your clansmen. Just wait for the lord to petition for rewards on your behalf."

"Ever since my clansmen and I followed the lord, we've escaped hunger and no longer lack food or clothing. Me putting in more effort on the battlefield is simply repayment to the lord. Whether there are rewards or not makes no difference. In any case, I fought this battle to my heart's content." Shamoke's face was full of excitement.

Gao Shun patted Shamoke on the back and said solemnly, "The lord bypassed what was near for what was far, first destroying Linyi and recovering Rinan, intending to cow the three commanderies of Jiaozhi. While you are stationed in Rinan, pay particular attention to the deployment of troops. Once the situation in Elephant Forest has stabilized, shift your strategic focus northward."

Shamoke's eyes rolled, and he quickly cupped his fists and nodded. "If not for General's reminder, I nearly would have placed my focus on Elephant Forest. Looks like I can't just train elephants and play with snakes. I know what to do now."

"It is good that you understand. It is getting late. Boyang and I must set out. Take care, all of you." Gao Shun cupped his fists in farewell.

"Take care, General." Shamoke returned the salute with cupped fists.

Lan Yuan ordered all the Xianzhen Soldiers to remove their armor. Traveling light would increase their marching speed, and once they reached