"Although the Prince is valiant and skilled in battle, he does not understand the situation in the Western Regions as well as I do. After much thought, I have decided to lead the expedition myself. Only in this way can we effectively repel the enemy. It is a choice forced by circumstances; when faced with my duty to the country, I have no other path to take."
Lin Ruyan understood Xiao Chen’s words, yet understanding them did not make her heart any less heavy. She lowered her eyes and said, "You know my temper and my character well; I do not mean to blame you. It is just that after you led the troops last time, you returned severely wounded and forgot everything about us before you lost consciousness. Every time I think of it, my heart aches."
"This situation is unusual, and I fear that in such a crisis, you might still..."
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