"My lord, please give your commands, we will carry them out as instructed," said Gong Wang.
Though this group of soldiers was assembled from different factions, they remained cohesive because Lord Zheng's orders were seamlessly executed throughout the army.
"For now, Siniang, have San'er take some men across to scout the situation."
"Yes, my lord."
"Gong Wang."
"I am here."
"I command you to lead your soldiers to burn everything edible in the city, destroy everything useful, leave not a grain nor a piece of armor for the Chu people."
"I will carry out the order!"
To capture thousands of pigs would require quite the effort.
The Chu army's provisions stored in Jing City were not easy to burn completely, while the armor could be piled together and burned, destroying it in the process.
"Gongsun Zhi."
"I am here!"
