Chapter 214: Aftermath
The battlefield falls silent as General Xian's forces retreat. With their leader dead, the remaining rebels have no will to fight. Lin Yuer's army emerges victorious once again, but the toll of the battle weighs heavily on her. The cost of this war has been steep, and though the threat of rebellion is diminished, it has not been completely erased.
As the wounded are tended to and the dead are mourned, Lin Yuer stands apart, her mind focused on the future. The shadow organization may have been defeated, but there are still threats lurking in the empire. The nobles who resented her rise to power have not forgotten, and she knows that it is only a matter of time before they try again.
Li Mei approaches, her expression grave. "Your Majesty, we have won the battle, but there is still much to be done. The empire is fractured, and we must work to unite it once more."
Lin Yuer nods, her gaze distant. "I know. But this time, I will not make the mistake of underestimating the strength of those who oppose me. I will unite this empire, and I will make sure it stands strong against any who would tear it down."