The Li Family had thought that once they were settled, they'd soon see Li Xuancang and the family would be reunited. Yet before they saw him, they received this dreadful news first.
"Master Li, Madam Li, don't worry. Centurion Li will certainly return safely. I'll head to the military camp to inquire at once and notify you immediately when there is news."
Nangong Zhan did his best to comfort the Li Family. He, too, didn't believe Li Xuancang had died in Half-Moon Gorge.
Over this time, quite a few defeated soldiers had already fled back to the commandery city, so Nangong Zhan could go to the military camp and investigate.
Several days passed without any news of Li Xuancang. The Li Family sank into grief, while Nangong Zhan practically remained at the military camp, waiting for Li Xuancang's return.
Three days later, a party of several dozen people approached the city gates. Every one of them was ragged, disheveled, and in a wretched state.
The moment they appeared, they drew everyone's attention.
"They're soldiers! Soldiers have returned alive! Make way!"
Though the several dozen people looked utterly miserable, everyone recognized their identities at a glance from their military uniforms.
The townsfolk hurriedly moved aside, while the officials quickly stepped forward to question them.
"We belong to Thousand-Man Commander Zhou Xiong's command in the commandery army. Let us into the city at once."
Having finally escaped back to the commandery city, everyone relaxed, and their bodies could barely hold up any longer. They desperately wanted a hot bath, a hearty meal, and a good night's sleep.
The officials swiftly checked their Identity Tokens. Once they confirmed everything was in order, they immediately opened the way.
"Please come in, everyone. I'll lead the way."
Li Xuancang and the others quickly entered the