Inside the General's Mansion, flames soared into the sky, and the shouts of battle were deafening. Xiao Yichen, sword in hand, stood in the center of the banquet courtyard, like a war god descending. His gaze was cold and icy as he swept over the ghostly figures in black around him, a raging fire burning in his heart. These uninvited guests dared to disrupt the peace of the General's Mansion and harm innocent people on this Mid-Autumn Festival; he would not allow it.

Xiao Yichen flashed forward, charging towards the nearest man in black. His speed was incredible; in the moonlight, he left only a blurry silhouette. The man in black only saw a blur before his eyes, and before he could react, Xiao Yichen's sword had already thrust out like lightning. This sword strike contained immense force, aimed precisely at the man in black's throat. The man in black's eyes widened in terror, hastily raising his knife to defend. But Xiao Yichen's swordsmanship was incredibly sharp; the man in black felt a powerful force surge through the blade, and the knife in his hand was jolted out of his grasp.

Xiao Yichen gave the man in black no chance to catch his breath. With a flick of his wrist, his sword swept out horizontally. The blade sliced ​​through the air with a sharp whistling sound. Seeing this, the man in black hurriedly leaped backward, but was still grazed in the chest by the sword's energy, blood instantly seeping out. Xiao Yichen pressed his advantage, lightly touching the ground with his feet, and charged towards the man in black again like an arrow released from a bow. Every step he took carried a powerful aura, as if the ground beneath his feet trembled.

At this moment, the other men in black, seeing this, surrounded Xiao Yichen. They knew that Xiao Yichen was a core member of the General's Mansion; if they eliminated him, the General's Mansion would be leaderless, and their sabotage plan would proceed more smoothly. The men in black pounced on Xiao Yichen from all directions, their weapons gleaming coldly, carrying a deadly killing intent.

Xiao Yichen, however, showed no fear. He moved with the agility of a fish in water within the encirclement of men in black. His swordsmanship was unpredictable, sometimes as fierce as a storm, sometimes as delicate as a gentle stream. Every move perfectly neutralized the attacks of the men in black and delivered powerful counterattacks. With a swift turn, his sword danced before him, creating a screen of light that blocked several weapons coming from the front. Then, he thrust forward with a fierce thrust, the tip of his sword piercing through the arm of one of the men in black. The man screamed in pain, dropping his weapon.

Several men in black had already fallen around Xiao Yichen, but their companions did not retreat; instead, they attacked even more frantically. Xiao Yichen knew that these men in black were highly trained assassins, and he could not afford to be careless. He concentrated his mind, continuously channeling his inner power into his sword. With the enhancement of his inner force, the sword shone even brighter, as if surrounded by a faint halo.

Xiao Yichen roared and leaped into the air. He executed a graceful somersault in mid-air before swooping down towards the men in black below. His sword moved like a dragon emerging from the sea, carrying immense power and momentum. This move, "Flying Dragon Slash," was one of his signature techniques, possessing tremendous power. The men in black sensed the terrifying force of this attack and raised their weapons to defend themselves. However, Xiao Yichen's strength was overwhelming; his sword sliced ​​through their defenses like vegetables, instantly felling several more men to the ground.

However, in the fierce battle, Xiao Yichen was not unscathed. A man in black attacked him from behind the moment he landed, his dagger aimed at his back. Xiao Yichen noticed the movement behind him, but he was currently entangled with the other men in black and couldn't completely dodge in time. The dagger grazed his back, staining his clothes with blood. But Xiao Yichen seemed oblivious to the pain; with a spinning kick, he sent the attacker flying.

At this moment, the soldiers of the General's Mansion also joined the battle. They engaged in fierce combat with the men in black, but the men in black were numerous and highly skilled, and the soldiers were quickly overwhelmed. Seeing this, Xiao Yichen became even more anxious. He knew he had to deal with these men in black as soon as possible to reduce casualties in the General's Mansion.

Xiao Yichen took a deep breath and adjusted his state. He gripped his sword again, his eyes becoming even more determined. He decided to use a more powerful technique to repel the man in black. He gathered his inner strength into the sword and began to unleash a set of exquisite sword techniques—"Nine Forms of Wind Breaking." This sword technique was something he had honed on the battlefield over the years, and each move contained immense destructive power.

Xiao Yichen's figure moved like a phantom, swiftly weaving among the men in black. His sword danced with his movements, each strike accompanied by a whistling wind. "Wind-Breaking Strike—Sweeping Through a Thousand Armies!" Xiao Yichen roared, his sword sweeping out, a powerful sword aura engulfing the men in black. Struck by this sword aura, the men in black were sent flying backward, some even knocked unconscious.

"Wind-Breaking Second Form—Sword Shadow Splitting Light!" Xiao Yichen spun around, his sword transforming into countless sword shadows. These sword shadows, like a swarm of fluttering butterflies, rushed towards the men in black. The men in black felt only sword shadows before their eyes, unable to distinguish which were real. In their panic, the sword shadows struck their targets one after another, and another group of men in black fell.

Xiao Yichen continued to unleash the "Nine Forms of Wind Breaking," his swordsmanship growing faster and more powerful. The men in black were forced back under his attacks, but they still put on a last stand. One of the men in black, seemingly their leader, seeing his men constantly being killed and wounded, decided to personally deal with Xiao Yichen.

The leader of the men in black, wielding a long saber, charged towards Xiao Yichen. His speed was incredible; the saber flashed through the air. Sensing the leader's powerful aura, Xiao Yichen stopped his swordplay, bracing himself for attack. As the leader closed in, Xiao Yichen struck first, aiming for his throat. The leader dodged easily, sidestepping the attack, and simultaneously slashed his saber towards Xiao Yichen's waist.

Xiao Yichen leaped backward, dodging the fatal blow. The two began a fierce one-on-one duel. The leader of the men in black possessed superb swordsmanship; each strike contained immense power and exquisite technique. Xiao Yichen dared not be careless either, focusing intently on par with the attacks of the men in black, searching for their weaknesses.

Their weapons clashed repeatedly, producing a crisp metallic clang. Each impact sent sparks flying, dazzling in the night. Their figures moved swiftly through the courtyard, and the surrounding soldiers and men in black unconsciously stopped their own fighting to watch the duel between these two masters.

During his battle with the leader of the men in black, Xiao Yichen gradually figured out his opponent's tactics. He discovered that although the leader's swordsmanship was formidable, there was a subtle weakness in his defense. He seized the opportunity, deliberately creating this opening to lure the leader into an attack. The leader fell for it, raising his longsword to slash at Xiao Yichen. Just as the blade was about to strike, Xiao Yichen dodged the blow, simultaneously thrusting his sword towards the opening in the leader's defense.

The leader of the men in black was shocked, but it was too late to dodge. Xiao Yichen's sword pierced his shoulder accurately, and the leader screamed in pain, dropping his longsword. Xiao Yichen gave him no chance to catch his breath; he kicked the leader to the ground. Then, pointing his sword at the leader's throat, he coldly said, "Speak, who sent you?"

A flicker of hesitation crossed the leader of the men in black, but seeing Xiao Yichen's icy gaze, he knew that if he didn't speak, he would surely die. "It was... it was Prince Murong Xuan of the Mu Kingdom who sent us," the leader of the men in black said with difficulty.

Xiao Yichen's heart sank. He had long suspected that Murong Xuan might be behind this, but hearing it with his own ears still enraged him. "Murong Xuan, I will settle this score with you!" Xiao Yichen said through gritted teeth.

Just then, even fiercer shouts of battle and the sound of flames erupted from the backyard of the General's Mansion. Xiao Yichen knew the situation there must be even more dire. Ignoring the leader of the men in black, he turned and ran towards the backyard. He had to protect the General's Mansion's supplies and other innocent people, and continue fighting this disaster.

On his way to the backyard, Xiao Yichen encountered several more men in black. Without hesitation, he brandished his sword once more. Like an enraged lion, he repelled the men one by one. His figure appeared incredibly valiant in the moonlight; every step he took was fraught with danger, willing to pay any price to protect the General's Mansion.

When he arrived at the backyard, he saw a scene of chaos. The fire had spread to the nearby pavilions, soldiers were fighting fiercely against the men in black, and maids and servants were trying to put out the flames. Xiao Yichen immediately joined the battle, and his arrival greatly boosted the morale of the people in the general's mansion. Under Xiao Yichen's leadership, they launched an even fiercer attack on the men in black, hoping to end this nightmarish Mid-Autumn Festival night as soon as possible.

In this fierce battle, Xiao Yichen became the beacon of hope for everyone in the General's Mansion. His immense strength and fearless courage served as a lighthouse, guiding them forward in the darkness. He exemplified the meaning of protection through his actions; for the safety and honor of the General's Mansion, he would fight to the very end.

When Xiao Yichen arrived at the backyard, the fire raged like a demon, the thick smoke choking people and making it difficult to breathe, and the flames turned the night sky a fiery red. The soldiers in the backyard were fighting desperately, but the black-clad men's fierce attacks were overwhelming them, and soldiers were constantly being injured and falling. The maids and servants frantically tried to put out the fire, but the flames were too fierce for them to control on their own.

Seeing this, a resolute glint flashed in Xiao Yichen's eyes. He knew that if he couldn't quickly repel the men in black and control the fire, the General's Mansion would suffer utter destruction. He gripped his sword tightly, the blade gleaming coldly in the firelight, as if it too could sense its master's anger and determination.

He roared, "Soldiers, follow me to kill the enemy!" His voice, like a booming bell, could be clearly heard in the noisy backyard. This shout invigorated the soldiers of the general's mansion. They seemed to draw endless strength from Xiao Yichen, and their previously weary bodies were filled with fighting spirit again.

Xiao Yichen charged towards the area with the most men in black, his speed as fast as lightning, like a black bolt slicing through the night sky. The men in black noticed Xiao Yichen's arrival, and several immediately turned and pounced on him, brandishing their weapons in an attempt to stop him.

Undeterred, Xiao Yichen swiftly dodged the black-clad man's direct attack. Simultaneously, his sword flashed like a serpent, piercing the nearest black-clad figure. The strike was swift and precise; the black-clad man only saw a flash of cold light before the sword pierced his chest. Xiao Yichen twisted the blade forcefully, then withdrew the sword. The black-clad man's eyes widened, blood gushed from his mouth, and he collapsed dead.

Seeing their companion killed instantly, the other men in black did not retreat. Instead, they attacked Xiao Yichen even more frantically. They knew that Xiao Yichen was the biggest obstacle to their mission. As long as they eliminated him, the General's Mansion would fall into chaos, and they would have an opportunity to take advantage of the situation.

Xiao Yichen remained calm, channeling his inner energy into his sword, causing a faint halo to emanate from it. He unleashed a set of exquisite sword techniques, each strike aimed at the black-clad men's vital points. Although the black-clad men outnumbered him, they found themselves struggling to withstand Xiao Yichen's superior swordsmanship.

Under Xiao Yichen's attack, several more men in black were injured and fell. But these men in black were all well-trained assassins; disregarding the casualties of their comrades, they continued to rush towards Xiao Yichen. Taking advantage of the fierce battle between Xiao Yichen and the other men in black, one of them stealthily approached from the side, holding a dagger coated with poison, ready to deliver a fatal blow to Xiao Yichen when he was off guard.

However, Xiao Yichen's senses were extremely sharp; he noticed the movement to his side. Just as the man in black was about to attack, he suddenly turned around and kicked him. This kick contained immense power; the man in black was sent flying, crashing heavily into the wall, spitting out blood, and dropping the dagger from his hand.

Xiao Yichen gave the man in black no chance to catch his breath. He flashed forward, appearing before him, and with a swift stroke of his sword, the man's head rolled to the ground. Meanwhile, the soldiers of the General's Mansion were also engaged in fierce combat with the men in black elsewhere. Inspired by Xiao Yichen, they fought even more bravely. The soldiers worked in pairs, cooperating and battling the men in black.

In a corner of the general's mansion, several soldiers were being besieged by a group of men in black, their situation extremely critical. Although the soldiers fought valiantly, the men in black's attacks were too fierce, and they were all wounded to varying degrees. Just as the men in black were about to deliver a fatal blow, Xiao Yichen appeared like a ghost.

Without the slightest hesitation, he charged straight into the midst of the men in black. His swordsmanship was like a dragon and a tiger, each move repelling his enemies. His sword flashed up and down, and wherever it touched, the men in black fell, wounded. With Xiao Yichen's help, the soldiers escaped danger. They looked at Xiao Yichen gratefully: "Thank you, General!"

Xiao Yichen nodded slightly: "Continue the fight and protect the General's Mansion!" After saying that, he rushed towards the area with more men in black.

Meanwhile, the fire in the backyard was growing larger and larger, and the pavilion was beginning to sway precariously under the flames. Xiao Yichen knew that he had to deal with these men in black as soon as possible, and then organize the firefighting efforts. He glanced at the area where the men in black were gathered, a cold glint in his eyes.

He took a deep breath, then leaped high into the air, unleashing a powerful sword technique – "Starfall Slash." His figure pierced the sky like a dazzling meteor, his sword gleaming brilliantly. He swooped down towards the area with the most men in black, his sword striking the ground as if stars were falling, the powerful sword energy sending the men flying.

This "Starfall Slash" was incredibly powerful, instantly killing or severely injuring more than a dozen men in black. The men in black began to panic; they hadn't expected Xiao Yichen to be so strong, and their previously tight attack formation began to crumble.

Taking advantage of the situation, Xiao Yichen launched an even fiercer attack. He charged into the midst of the men in black, as if they were nothing. His sword flashed incessantly, each strike claiming the life of a man in black. Blood splattered around him, and men in black fell one after another, but his eyes remained resolute, devoid of any pity. These men in black had come to destroy the General's Mansion and harm innocent people; they deserved to die.

Under Xiao Yichen's leadership, the soldiers of the General's Mansion gradually gained the upper hand. The men in black began to scatter and flee, but how could Xiao Yichen let them go so easily? He commanded his soldiers to split into small teams and pursue the men in black.

During the pursuit, Xiao Yichen encountered a man who appeared to be the leader of the men in black. This leader was different from the other men in black; his eyes were colder, and his martial arts skills were far superior. He wielded a specially crafted longsword, which gleamed eerily in the firelight.

The leader of the men in black saw Xiao Yichen, and a murderous glint flashed in his eyes. He roared and charged towards Xiao Yichen. He was incredibly fast; his long sword drew a graceful arc in the air, aiming for Xiao Yichen's neck.

Xiao Yichen dared not be careless and raised his sword to defend. The swords clashed, producing a piercing metallic clang. Both were forced back several steps by the force of the impact. Xiao Yichen was startled; he could sense that the leader of the men in black was not to be underestimated.

The leader of the men in black gave Xiao Yichen no chance to catch his breath, launching another attack. His longsword rained down on Xiao Yichen like a storm, each strike imbued with immense power and exquisite skill. Xiao Yichen focused intently on countering, his swordsmanship becoming even more ferocious, skillfully deflecting each attack.

The two exchanged blows, fighting fiercely for dozens of rounds without a clear victor. But Xiao Yichen knew that time was of the essence and the stalemate could not continue. He had to quickly eliminate the leader of the men in black and then organize the firefighting and the rescue of the wounded.

In the midst of the fierce battle, Xiao Yichen searched for weaknesses in the men in black. Finally, he discovered that the leader of the men in black would have a very short pause after each attack to retract his sword. He seized this opportunity, and when the leader of the men in black swung his sword again, he deliberately created an opening to lure the leader of the men in black into a deeper attack.

The leader of the men in black fell for the trap. Thinking Xiao Yichen couldn't withstand the attack, he intensified his assault. Just as his longsword was about to strike Xiao Yichen, Xiao Yichen suddenly dodged to the side, avoiding the fatal blow. Simultaneously, he thrust his sword towards the leader's abdomen.

The leader of the men in black sensed the danger, but it was too late to dodge. Xiao Yichen's sword pierced his abdomen with deadly accuracy, and the leader let out a scream. Xiao Yichen pushed hard, and the sword pierced through his body. Then, he withdrew the sword, and the leader of the men in black collapsed to the ground with a thud.

With the death of their leader, the other men in black panicked even more. The soldiers of the General's Mansion seized the opportunity to launch a final attack, killing the remaining men one by one. The battle in the backyard finally ended, and everyone in the General's Mansion breathed a sigh of relief.

But Xiao Yichen didn't let his guard down at all. He immediately organized his soldiers and servants to fight the fire. He personally carried buckets of water and joined the firefighting effort. With everyone's efforts, the fire was gradually brought under control.

After a strenuous firefighting effort, the fire in the backyard was finally extinguished. Although the building was partially damaged, thankfully, no one lost their life in the fire. The people of the General's Mansion, looking at the destroyed backyard and their injured comrades, were filled with anger and sorrow.

Xiao Yichen stood in the center of the courtyard, his body covered in blood and dust, but his eyes remained resolute. He looked at everyone in the General's Mansion and declared loudly, "This disaster is a provocation from the enemy, but we have not been defeated! We must rise again, rebuild the General's Mansion, and let those who want to destroy us know that we are invincible!"

Everyone in the General's Mansion nodded in agreement upon hearing Xiao Yichen's words. They had witnessed his bravery and sense of responsibility during this crisis, and they had also felt the power of unity. They believed that as long as everyone worked together, the General's Mansion would surely be able to restore its former prosperity.

On this Mid-Autumn Festival night, despite the great disaster, the people of the General's Mansion, led by Xiao Yichen, successfully repelled the enemy and protected their home. Xiao Yichen became a hero in everyone's hearts, and his name will be forever sung in the General's Mansion, inspiring everyone to protect the land they love.

As the last embers were extinguished and the thick smoke gradually dissipated, the General's Mansion finally enjoyed a temporary period of peace after experiencing a terrifying ordeal. Moonlight once again shone on the ravaged mansion, illuminating the scene of devastation and the exhausted people.

In the backyard, charred wood lay scattered haphazardly, and parts of the pavilion's walls were blackened by soot, bearing the marks of the raging fire. The ground was littered with the corpses of men in black and pools of blood, mixed with water spilled during firefighting, creating a bizarre and gruesome scene. Soldiers and servants collapsed on the ground, exhausted, their faces covered in soot, their clothes tattered, some bearing wounds, but their eyes held a thankful relief at surviving the ordeal.

Xiao Yichen stood in the center of the courtyard, surveying his surroundings. His expression was grave. Although he had successfully repelled the men in black, the attack had caused enormous damage to the General's Mansion. He knew this was just the beginning; the conspirators behind it wouldn't give up easily, and the General's Mansion needed time to recover. However, the most important thing right now was to help everyone recover from this crisis.

He walked towards the soldiers and said softly, "You've all worked hard. Your bravery in protecting the General's Mansion today is commendable." Hearing the general's praise, the soldiers' tired faces showed a hint of relief. One soldier looked up, his voice hoarse, and said, "General, it's what we should do, but the attack by the men in black was too sudden." Xiao Yichen nodded slightly: "I know the enemy came prepared, but we didn't let them succeed. Now, let's rest and treat our wounds. We'll arrange the rest later."

After speaking, he went to the servants. Seeing the general approach, the servants all tried to rise and bow, but Xiao Yichen quickly waved them down, saying, "You're all exhausted, no need for such formalities. You were incredibly brave during the firefighting tonight; the General's Mansion was saved thanks to you." Tears welled in the servants' eyes. They had served in the General's Mansion for many years, considering it their home. Seeing the mansion suffer such a disaster, their pain was indescribable, and the general's recognition warmed their hearts immensely.

On the other side, Lin Wan'er was tending to the wounded with her maids. Her face was full of worry as she carefully bandaged the wounded and gently comforted them. Her clothes were stained with blood, but she didn't care at all; her eyes were only on the injured. Lin Wan'er knew that these people were injured while protecting the General's Mansion, and each of them was incredibly precious.

"Bear with it, the wound is a bit deep, it might hurt a little when it's bandaged," Lin Wan'er said to a wounded soldier. The soldier gritted his teeth and endured the pain, saying, "Girl, it's alright, this little injury is nothing." Lin Wan'er gently wrapped the bandage around him, her eyes full of admiration: "You are all heroes. Without you, I don't know what would have happened tonight."

The entire general's mansion was a hive of activity. Some were cleaning up the bodies, others were moving damaged items, and still others were checking the mansion for any other potential dangers. Although everyone was exhausted, no one complained, and everyone was working silently to restore the general's mansion.

At this moment, the General's wife also emerged from the inner quarters. Her face was slightly pale, but her eyes remained resolute. Looking at the busy crowd and the damaged General's Mansion, a pang of pain shot through her heart. She walked to Xiao Yichen's side and softly asked, "Yichen, how is the situation? Are there any casualties?" Xiao Yichen grasped his wife's hand and comforted her, "Madam, there are no deaths so far, but quite a few people are injured. We have brought the situation under control, so don't worry too much." The General's wife nodded slightly, "That's good. We are truly grateful to you and everyone tonight. This General's Mansion is our home; we cannot allow it to be destroyed by these petty villains."

As time passed, the cleanup of the general's mansion was gradually completed. The wounded were settled in their rooms to rest, and the soldiers returned to their camps to recuperate. Several campfires were lit inside the mansion, partly for illumination and partly to provide warmth. People sat around the campfires, silently eating simple food, no one speaking, as if still immersed in the terrifying moment they had just experienced.

Xiao Yichen looked at everyone and broke the silence: "Everyone has been frightened by what happened tonight. But we cannot let fear consume us. We must unite, repair the General's Mansion, and restore its vitality. The enemy thinks they can defeat us this way, but we will show them they are wrong." Hearing Xiao Yichen's words, everyone raised their heads, their eyes rekindling with fighting spirit.

A lieutenant said, "General, we will restore the General's Mansion to its original state as soon as possible. However, we need to strengthen the defenses to prevent the enemy from attacking again." Xiao Yichen nodded in agreement: "That's right. The fact that the men in black were able to infiltrate so easily this time shows that there are still loopholes in our defenses. After everyone has rested, we need to re-plan the defense deployment and not give the enemy another opportunity."

By the light of the campfire, the people of the general's mansion began to discuss their next steps. Some suggested increasing the number of patrolling soldiers, others proposed setting up more sentries within the mansion, and still others suggested improving the defenses. Xiao Yichen listened attentively to everyone's suggestions, already having a preliminary plan in mind.

Outside the General's Mansion, everything seemed to have returned to calm. The streets under the moonlight were silent, as if nothing had happened. But beneath this peaceful surface, an unknown crisis lurked. Murong Xuan, having learned of the black-clad men's failed operation, was wreaking havoc in his palace.

"A bunch of useless trash! They can't even handle a general's mansion!" Murong Xuan roared, his face ashen, his eyes filled with anger and resentment. His advisor cautiously said, "Your Highness, this failure was just an accident. We didn't expect Xiao Yichen to be so powerful, and the general's mansion's defenses were stronger than we anticipated." Murong Xuan glared at the advisor: "An accident? I don't care about accidents! I'll make Xiao Yichen pay! The general's mansion must be reduced to ruins!" The advisor bowed slightly: "Your Highness, we need to rethink our plan. We can't act rashly anymore." Murong Xuan pondered for a moment, then nodded: "Hmph, you're right. This time we need to plan carefully, catching them completely off guard."

Back in the General's mansion, Lin Wan'er went to the garden alone. The garden had been damaged in the attack; flowers were trampled, railings were broken, but under the moonlight, it still possessed a unique, poignant beauty. Looking at this familiar garden, Lin Wan'er was filled with emotion. This had once been one of her favorite places in the General's mansion, where she had spent many wonderful times, admiring the moon and flowers with Xiao Yichen, and playing with the maids. And now, it had been destroyed by the men in black.

She knelt down, gently lifting a fallen flower, tears welling in her eyes: "You've suffered too. I hope you can bloom again." Lin Wan'er knew that this garden, like the General's Mansion, had suffered severe damage, but with everyone's efforts, it could surely regain its former beauty. She secretly vowed to do her part to help restore the General's Mansion.

In this temporary calm, everyone in the General's Mansion was preparing for the future. They knew the enemy wouldn't give up, and they had to protect their homeland. Whether it was Xiao Yichen's overall planning, the soldiers' active preparations, or Lin Wan'er's meticulous care for the General's Mansion, all demonstrated an indomitable spirit. This spirit, taking root and sprouting on the ruins of this Mid-Autumn Festival night, would become the source of strength for the General's Mansion's resurgence.

As night deepened, people gradually returned to their rooms to rest. The General's Mansion fell into an even deeper silence, with only the footsteps of patrolling soldiers echoing in the empty corridors and courtyards. This night would be an unforgettable memory for everyone in the General's Mansion, and this temporary peace was merely the calm before the storm; what awaited them in the future were more challenges and unknown fates.

However, amidst this tranquility, a belief burned brightly in the hearts of everyone in the General's Mansion: no matter the difficulties they faced, they would unite to protect this land they deeply loved and restore the General's Mansion to its rightful glory. They gathered strength in this temporary peace, awaiting the next confrontation with the enemy. They believed that justice would prevail over evil, and the General's Mansion would stand forever.