***LEI***
In the end, we decided to split up into two groups so we could keep an eye on both villages. It was probably a bad idea but it was the only idea we could agree on. We decided to protect both villages by summoning the Red Dragon Troop from the capital. Thankfully, the emperor agreed and the troop was immediately mobilized. They arrived the previous day before the week was up. They certainly taxed the horses since they did not stop for prolong breaks just to get to Hanxiu City as fast as they could.