However, he harbored no desire to become entangled with the Sun family.
As a result, he made the difficult decision to resign.
Despite the numerous comrades he had lost on the battlefield and being an orphan without familial ties, he chose not to return to his hometown. Instead, he remained in the capital, dedicated to caring for the families of his fallen brothers.
Gradually, a community of such individuals gathered around him, numbering nearly 76. They resided in a makeshift slum in North City, facing the challenges of being orphans, widows, or disabled veterans retired from the battlefield. Many grappled with illnesses, lacking access to proper medical care. Most were unversed in administrative matters, finding solace only in labor-intensive, physically demanding tasks.
Despite their hardships, they gritted their teeth and persevered.
Throughout these years, Zheng Sangge never sought out General Sun.
