When everyone had returned to the camp in silence, Xu Lin quietly led them all to the mess hall. He had also specifically called for Liu Feng. Their steady footsteps echoed through the silent camp, sounding like the prelude to something unknown. One by one, they walked into the mess hall and sat down together once more. A strange, oppressive gloom hung in the air, making it feel heavy and suffocating. As soon as Liu Feng entered, he acutely sensed the heavy atmosphere. His gaze swept across everyone's faces, taking in their varied expressions. Though his mind was full of questions, he wisely chose not to ask why, simply looking quietly at Xu Lin, who sat at the head of the table, waiting for him to speak.
Xu Lin cleared his throat slightly, taking the lead to break the suffocating silence. His gaze slowly swept over each person, and with a solemn tone, he said, "I've called you all here because there are a few things I want to say to you. You need to know that whoever chooses to leave with me will be walking into a future shrouded in mist, where no one can predict what lies ahead. Once you leave, you will lose everything you have here—the honors won with blood and sweat, the bonds as close as family, and everything you are familiar with will all be left behind. Everything will have to start over from scratch, and it will be a path full of hardship and unknowns. Therefore, I hope that before you make your decision, you will think it over very carefully. I cannot give you any …
Chapter 94