As expected, seeing Huang Yuanlang's respectful attitude, Huang Tianhu nodded in satisfaction and waved his hand:

"Let's go! To the Commander's Mansion!"

The entourage marched in a grand procession toward the Commander's Mansion. The sight of this 50,000-strong army immediately drew the attention of the people, who stopped to watch and murmur among themselves.

"Look at the flags, this...this is the army of the Great General Who Protects the Nation! We're going to take on the strongest Panlong Army!"

"Look! These soldiers are all vigorous and fierce; you can tell they are extraordinary at a glance!"

"Hmm, could this general be the renowned 'Ever-Victorious General' of our Great Gansu?"

"That's it! That's it! It's the Ever-Victorious General! Since entering the battlefield, the Ever-Victorious General has never suffered a single defeat. His record is outstanding, and he is a peerless genius!"

The people's words undoubtedly pleased Huang Tianhu greatly; he held his chin high and wore a smug smile.

Immediately, he declared in a resounding voice:

"Fellow countrymen, I am the ever-victorious General Huang Tianhu. This time, I have been ordered by His Majesty to lead my troops to the Beiku Grassland to meet the Hu horses!"

"Hmph! That little Hu Ma is up to no good, daring to invade my territory! He's got a death wish!"

"Gentlemen, watch as I slaughter them, leaving them utterly defeated, so they'll never dare to come to Beiliang again!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Huang Yuanlang leaned closer and whispered, "General, don't forget the real mission of this trip."

Huang Tianhu rolled his eyes and waved his hand, indicating that he understood.

Just then, someone in the audience shouted, "General! The Prince said he wants to annihilate the Hu horses completely!"

Huang Tianhu was taken aback, then said, "Me too!"

"General, too much talk leads to mistakes..." Huang Yuanlang whispered his advice.

"I know, I know!" Huang Tianhu replied impatiently.

"General, the provisions have already been sent to Hurong Pass. I must lead the army to catch up and reach the Beiku Grassland as soon as possible. You will be in charge of the confiscation of property. You can come later."

"I need to obtain intelligence on the Prince of Zhenbei's troops as soon as possible," Huang Yuanlang said in a deep voice.

Seeing Huang Yuanlang's stern gaze, Huang Tianhu remembered his father's instructions and nodded.

Immediately, the army split into two groups. Huang Tianhu led a small number of troops to the Commander's Mansion, while Huang Yuanlang led his troops to Hurong Pass.

Their every move was observed by Qin Ze's men who remained behind...