The oasis where Shaman resided wasn't small, gathering a population of thousands, and everyone warmly welcomed the tribesmen who had made the arduous journey back from the distant Qin State.
They picked the finest, fattest sheep from the pen to slaughter and entertain these warriors, made cakes from barley, and offered their homemade barley wine and hot sheep milk.
People sat in a circle around the huge bonfire, women poured wine for the men who had returned home after facing numerous dangers, serving them the best and most tender roasted meat sprinkled with salt and homemade seasonings, emitting a mouth-watering aroma.
The cheerful voices of men and women blended with the crackling sound of the burning flames, making the atmosphere as festive as a celebration.
For them, it was akin to celebrating a festival.
