He originally intended to rush over to see Wu Tiejun, but now that Wu Tiejun is seriously injured and he, the deputy commander, is not present, nobody is left to oversee the hundred-thousand-strong army camp, which could easily breed rebellion due to worry alone.
Especially at this moment, when it is still uncertain whether there are any enemy agents at home, it truly is a critical time where one cannot afford to let their guard down.
Normally innocuous words can now prompt deadly fights.
Take for instance—
"The Great Marshal is gravely wounded; we don't know if he can pull through." These words are perfectly normal, expressing worry and concern.
However, upon hearing this, some might respond with a punch, or even a knife: "Only you bloody don't pull through!"
Why has the military always been the place with the strictest discipline?
The reason lies here.