Today, there is a lack of officials everywhere, and Chu State even has to reluctantly employ a large number of former officials from other countries with potential risks, which is a manifestation of indigestion.
Therefore, let's not talk about other issues for now, it is not suitable to proceed with the next expansion until there are sufficient qualified officials trained to assimilate the current achievements and fill the roles needed for the territories to be conquered in the future.
After capturing Yuzhang and Jianan Prefectures, Lu Yuan ceased his military campaigns and temporarily halted warfare, shifting from offense to defense, focusing on assimilating the fruits of victory and accumulating strength.
Since the shift from offense to defense began and the time for recuperation has arrived, it is natural to take this opportunity to improve the military defenses in Jiangdong and Lingnan, as well as the expansion and adjustment of the various military troops within the country.