As night deepened, the mountain wind slowly scattered the lingering flames and stench of blood atop Star-Magnetic Peak. The meeting in the temporary command tent was drawing to a close, but the first orders Han Li issued as Alliance Leader fell like stones into a still lake, sending ripples through the hearts of the exhausted yet exhilarated righteous cultivators.
"First, treatment and compensation, with rewards according to merit." Han Li's voice was quiet, yet it reached every ear clearly. "The remains of fallen cultivators must be properly gathered and a monument erected to honor their spirits. The alliance will provide compensation to their relatives and disciples, ensuring their cultivation resources do not run dry. The severely wounded must be taken to Spring Rejuvenation Hall immediately. Fellow Daoist Zhou Tong will oversee their care, drawing on all the alliance's Healing Pills to save them at any cost. Those with minor wounds must also receive proper treatment. Within three days, every sect must report its losses and military achievements. Steward Li Qing, Elder Wu Jiuzhi, and Elder Tu Xiaoyi will jointly verify them and administer fair rewards and punishments according to the Righteous Path Alliance's Merit Regulations. Those who fought bravely on the front lines and distinguished themselves by slaying demonic foes will be richly rewarded!"
At this order, especially the words "save them at any cost" and "fair rewards and punishments," warmth surged through the hearts of many wounded cultivators below. The cultivation world was cruel, but at this moment, they felt they were no longer rootless duckweed. A steadfast alliance stood behind them. Zhou Tong, Li Qing, Wu Jiuzhi, Tu Xiaoyi, and the others immediately accepted their orders.
"Second, reorganize our forces and strengthen our defenses, with rigorous investigations inside and out." Han Li swept his gaze across the gathering,