This type of merit couldn't be settled in a short while. Du You left the badge here, took a spare, and then went back to his dwelling to rest.
Du You didn't choose to live in the noble residential area. He knew those nobles didn't view him favorably.
Although he didn't encounter any battles on the way back, Du You was still exhausted. Not physically, but mentally. After all, rushing back from enemy territory put significant pressure on him.
In fact, he may have felt less pressure had he encountered a few battles on his way back.
On the other side, the City Lord's Mansion was bustling. The City Lord and officials of various levels, including the nobles, were all gathered here. Except for Xi Luoha, who was still at the oasis, anyone who was of any importance was present.
