Seeing such a request, Xiulote pondered silently. As long as the grain supplies delivered by the Naval Forces could keep up, an army of seven thousand breaking through Sea Woman City did have a high chance of winning. However, the civil unrest in Zicao City had only been quelled three months ago; the people's hearts had not yet settled. Spring farming in May would soon begin, and even if tens of thousands of people were plundered, it would be impossible to catch up with this year's farming. They would have to be supported until next year's autumn harvest before they could be self-sufficient. Additionally, the spring cultivation in Zicao County might be delayed to support the large army...
After much deliberation, Xiulote made a more prudent choice.
