"Young master, the battle is completely over. Those on the other side are either dead or surrendered. Please give us your next orders!"
The Old Eagle Clan Chief bent into a deep, ninety-degree bow, his back curved like a boiled shrimp, almost burying his head in the dirt to show his utmost respect for Wang Baishun.
"Hahaha..."
At the sight, Wang Baishun burst into hearty laughter, which echoed through the air like a great bell.
"You certainly haven't disappointed me! Everyone performed splendidly. You'll all be rewarded shortly!"
His gaze swept over everyone present, a satisfied smile spreading across his face.
The battle had involved nearly twenty thousand combatants on both sides, yet in less than two short hours,
it had ended with such swiftness that Wang Baishun was thoroughly pleased with their performance.
"Old Eagle Clan Chief, you did very well too. I'll give you a little extra later!"
Wang Baishun singled out the Old Eagle Clan Chief for special attention, then said with a smile,
"Rise!"
Hearing Wang Baishun's praise, the Old Eagle Clan Chief was wild with joy. He hurriedly straightened up, his face brimming with flattered surprise.
Wang Baishun nodded in satisfaction, then firmly patted the Old Eagle Clan Chief on the back, as though encouraging him.
Then he strolled leisurely past the Old Eagle Clan Chief, every step unhurried and composed.
However, Wang Baishun had barely taken two steps when a voice suddenly rang out behind him:
"Please punish me, young master! I failed to follow your instructions and accepted their surrender on my own authority. Please chastise me!"
Terrified, the Old Eagle Clan Chief dropped to his knees, his body trembling uncontrollably, as though the earth itself were shaking along with him.
He pressed his face tightly against the ground, not daring to