Song Yuan, Meng Dashan, and Li Tie received their orders, hurriedly excused themselves, and went off to arrange the details for departure tomorrow. Moving troops requires ensuring adequate provisions, which is the top priority. This night, the kitchen staff had no chance to rest, having to stay up all night preparing dry rations.
Jiang Shaohua purposefully kept Yu Chong behind and, in a gentle voice, said, "I have appointed Li Tie to accompany us, leaving you at the military camp. Do you harbor any discontent?"
Without hesitation, Yu Chong respectfully replied, "Li Tie originally served Zuo Zhen and has just pledged allegiance to you, feeling uncertain. You have given him the opportunity to gain merit to reassure him and others. It is beneficial for me to stay in camp, to continue training soldiers and consolidate their morale. My heart is filled with gratitude, not resentment."
Speaking with the wise is effortless and straightforward.
