In the dead of night, units from the North-Reinforcing Military Camp began their departure. The sounds of troops readying and moving out echoed repeatedly, making it impossible for Shu He to concentrate on her book.
Yi'er had gone to see them off with Nan Qi, carrying Wuwu. When asked to join them earlier, Shu He had refused. Perhaps, for him, not seeing him off was the best farewell she could offer.
"Why must you go to the Northwest? Beisha City also needs defending. Fighting the Beidi there—wouldn't that be far more satisfying than fighting Qingzhu?" Nan Qi asked, his eyes filled with reluctance.
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