Zhao Pu was well aware of the current state of the army, which could be said to be riddled with holes and in dire need of repair, since the fear of the civil officials had resulted in the removal of all mid-level military officers. Even the arrival of a renowned general would hardly be able to rally troops' spirits in a short amount of time.
"I am fully aware of General Xu's predicament, so I am prepared to do a few things to ease the general's mind," Zhao Pu said with a slight smile curling at the corner of his mouth.
"Issue an edict that I pardon the entire army's transgressions, granting them the opportunity to redeem themselves through meritorious deeds and stabilizing the troops. As long as they can repel the external enemies, I will not hold their past errors against them."
