Every response from Zhao Hanzhang resonated deeply with Zhang Mao and the Xiliang military and civilians. The grief of the Xiliang military and civilians, mourning Zhang Gui's death, quickly shifted to Zhao Hanzhang.
"They say the Great General and the Emperor have a good relationship, but it's surprisingly good."
"Of course it's exceptionally good. Before the Emperor ascended to the throne, when Xiliang suffered from a grain shortage, she sent people to deliver grain, and when we lacked manpower, she relocated many civilians to us."
Currently, nearly one-third of Xiliang's population has migrated from the interior. Those years were too challenging, and leaving their homes behind was the most comfortable means of survival for them.
Their feelings for Zhang Gui and Zhao Hanzhang are deeper and more sincere.
