The intention to recruit was unmistakably obvious. Ran Min naturally understood that it was time for him to make a choice. To put it frankly, he didn't have much leeway. He was merely a Squad Leader, while the other man was the Minister of War. The very fact that the Minister was willing to speak with him was already an immense honor.
After a moment's hesitation, Ran Min rose and knelt before Mao Mingcai, declaring, "The Jingnan Army belongs to Yan, to the Imperial Court, and to His Majesty! Sir, you are the Minister of War; I, your humble servant, will naturally obey your commands!"
Mao Mingcai nodded in satisfaction, gestured for him to rise, and said, "Stand up."
"Thank you, Sir."
Ran Min stood up.
"After this imperial edict is announced, you will accompany me back to the capital."
"I will follow all your arrangements, Sir!"
"Mm, good."
Just then, a personal guard outside the tent reported, "Sir, an envoy from the Chu State requests an audience."
"Let him in."
