Judgment of Dayu.

Summary

After the floodwaters receded, the soldiers faced the aftermath of the disaster, with many bodies found in the trees and the morale of the troops severely affected. The Clan Chief of the Giant Crab was satisfied, believing the flood would force the court's troops to retreat. The leader of the Huai Mountain tribe ordered a search for survivors from the Xu Zhou garrison, which had been scattered by the flood. Despite efforts, they lost nearly six thousand troops and their commander. A meeting among the captains revealed concerns about their isolation and supply issues, leading to a consensus that retreating to the Shang tribe's territory was necessary for regrouping and resupplying. The leader reflected on his mistakes and decided to honor the fallen soldiers with a memorial upon their return. To ensure safety during the retreat, a scout team was sent ahead to monitor for enemy movements.

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