The twenty-first year of the Orthodox Emperor's reign.
Spring.
East Gate of Divine Capital City.
The crowds surged—a sea of people, noisy and spirited.
After the Imperial Court's calculated propaganda, the common people had already forgotten Yu Qingtian, their gazes now fixed on the famed border general, "Zhou Hong."
At fourteen, he became a roving commander during the Renyin Turmoil, when the Northern Border suffered great defeat and the National Dynasty was in unrest.
"Zhou Hong" led three thousand soldiers on a night raid against the Great Yong's troops, setting fire to their camps—one battle made him famous.
Promoted to Lieutenant for his victories, he was stationed at the Desolate City, repelling multiple sieges from the Great Yong army.
After peace talks between the two countries, he was promoted again, overseeing all military affairs in one prefecture of the Northern Border.
