Chapter 205: Victory and Reflection
The battle is won, and the enemy forces are in retreat. Lin Yuer's soldiers cheer, their spirits lifted by the victory. But Lin Yuer stands alone on the battlefield, her mind elsewhere. The cost of this war has been high, and she knows that there is still much to be done to secure the future of the empire.
As she surveys the aftermath, Li Mei approaches, her expression somber. "Your Majesty, you fought with great skill today. The northern frontier is secure, but the war is far from over."
Lin Yuer nods, her gaze distant. "I know. There will always be those who seek to take what is mine, to challenge the empire I've built. But as long as I draw breath, I will fight to protect it."