Many Generals of the Qin Dynasty consider prisoner soldiers as re cannon fodder. When on the battlefield, if they manage to win, they are the first to charge; even if they lose, they still significantly weaken the enemy forces. To both sides, their lives and deaths are aningless, just like soone who has been abandoned.
Therefore, unless necessary, prisoner soldiers rarely receive much equipnt, and even their weapons are old and broken. So, even if they want to turn against their own side, they pose little threat.
Thus, to win hearts and minds, the first step is to treat everyone equally. This is why Ye Shikai asked Ma Yao for enough equipnt and pay to make the prisoner soldiers feel they are part of the Qin Army, starting from the outside appearance.
"Shangguan, tell the cooks to prepare an extra al tonight to welco the new soldiers," Ye Shikai instructed.
"Don’t worry, leave it to ."
Over the next week, Ye Shikai stayed at the military camp, busy integrating these prisoner soldiers into the unit. Ma Yao, as the Commander, although not skilled in leading troops, was a General. To quiet complaints from other Generals about Ye Shikai, he made great efforts, which proved effective. While these Generals lost so opportunities for rit because of Ye Shikai, they chose to support rather than undermine him.
Fortunately, Ye Shikai’s efforts paid off, and training went smoother than expected. Most of these prisoner soldiers had committed cris and were inherently fierce, even more intimidating than conscripted civilians. With proper training, they could beco a force of Death Soldiers. Furthermore, upon learning that Commander General was Ye Shikai, they held no grievances, but rather accepted his orders without dissent.
Residence.
"Ling’er." Ye Shikai dismounted outside the door and walked in, having not returned for a week due to camp affairs, knowing He Linghan must be worried.
"Husband, you’re back," He Linghan said calmly, with no trace of bla in her tone.
"Ling’er, I’m really sorry. This week has been busy, and I couldn’t find ti to co ho," Ye Shikai said softly, pulling her to the bed.
"It’s okay. I’ve heard that you’ve been busy at the camp, and sotis you’re too occupied to co ho. I don’t bla you," He Linghan, understanding, had been keeping track of Ye Shikai’s affairs through Xue San. Though they hadn’t t, she was well inford.
"We just got married, and I still haven’t taken you out properly," Ye Shikai felt guilty, realizing they’d been married barely half a month. In modern tis, he would be taking her on a honeymoon.
"Now that you’re a General, training soldiers should be your priority. Everything at ho is well."
Ye Shikai took out a wooden box from his pocket, revealing a pair of exquisite jade earrings inside.
"I bought these when I went to Xianyang to receive rewards. Made by a master, I thought they were nice, so I spent a lot on them," Ye Shikai said, personally placing the earrings on He Linghan. She was already a beautiful woman, and the earrings further enhanced her elegance. He Linghan wasn’t materialistic or fond of lavish jewelry, so Ye Shikai chose jade earrings that suited her well.
He Linghan looked in the bronze mirror, a slight smile appearing on her lips; it was clear she loved the earrings not for their beauty but for being a gift from Ye Shikai.
"Husband, do they look good?"
"Beautiful," Ye Shikai couldn’t help but murmur, seemingly entranced, perhaps what they call being "bewitched."
Their lips t in a passionate kiss...
The next day.
"These days you’ve managed everything at ho, it’s been hard on you," Ye Shikai gently massaged He Linghan’s shoulders, full of affection. The ancient view considered managing the ho a virtuous wife’s duty. For He Linghan, coming from a village and suddenly managing a household of over a hundred, all expenses, and details were indeed challenging. It was clear she had exerted herself to quickly learn, appearing sowhat worn out.
"It’s nothing. I don’t mind. Since you’re not ho, I should take care of everything."
When no one was around, Ye Shikai sneaked a kiss on He Linghan’s forehead, making her blush furiously.
"Husband, if the servants see, what should we do?" He Linghan, traditionally-minded, believed even married couples shouldn’t display such intimacy publicly.
"Haha, so what if they see? I’m the master of the house, what does it matter?" Ye Shikai laughed.
"Well, it’s just not right."
"Alright, it was just a joke," Ye Shikai said, lightly teasing her nose.
"Husband, you’ve told you’re from another ti. Can you tell more?" He Linghan suddenly changed the topic. Her words struck a chord with Ye Shikai, leaving him silent for a long ti. Before their relationship was official, he’d shared this secret with her, but only partially, as they were rely romantically involved at the ti. However, now that they were truly married, He Linghan had the right to know such secrets.
"Alright," Ye Shikai sat down slowly, speaking with a deep fatigue in his eyes.
"I’ve told you; I’m not from this era. To everyone, my past is a mystery," Ye Shikai began, ensuring no one was around before speaking.
"Husband, how did you co here, and what was your era like?" He Linghan, like a curious child, asked many questions. She believed Ye Shikai’s words, even if they seed fantastical, without any doubt.
"Do you know about cultivators?"
"No," He Linghan shook her head. It seed in ancient tis, cultivation was monopolized by nobility, unknown to commoners.
"I encountered a beam of light, so bright I couldn’t see. Then... it brought here. I can’t explain the details."
"Husband, do you want to go back?"
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