Farewell"Why can't I follow you"

As expected, Yanqing was dissatisfied when I told him to return to the rear guard at the Healer's market and receive treatment.

"The battle ahead will be tough. I can't take you with me because you're injured."

"No, I can still fight"

Even if I gave him a plausible reason, Yanqing wouldn't give in. But now, every second counts, so I can't talk to him until he's convinced. I shook my head.

"Then get the healer's permission and then guard the area. We must guarantee the safety of the people stranded in the market."

"General"

I raised one hand to stop Yanqing, who was still trying to persist.

His pride as my bodyguard and his desire to redeem the disgrace of kneeling in front of the enemy are driving him to a tough battlefield. I know. And yet, I still try to keep Yanqing away from Scalegorge Waterscape. This may be more selfish than a decision as a general. I don't intend to take not only Yanqing, but even one of the Cloud Knights to Scalegorge Waterscape. Therefore, taking him further would be a waste of energy.

Just then, a messenger from the vanguard arrived, and I took the opportunity to cut Yanqing's story short. Still, Yanqing remains motionless, perhaps because he still can't give up, or perhaps because he is just waiting to guard.

His eyes are fixed on Dan Heng.

It's no wonder. For the first time in his life, he has tasted a crushing defeat.But Dan Heng seemed to be going easy on him.
He didn't have to kill Yanqing, he just had to make sure that he didn't block his path.

After the messenger's report, Dan Heng came over to me.

"General Jing Yuan, when will you leave I want to hurry."

I can see that he can't hide his impatience.

"I'm sorry for making you wait. Now that we know what's going on with the advance team, it's time to leave."

I don't have the luxury of taking it easy.
Before it's too late, I must get Dan Heng to open a path to the Scalegorge Waterscape no matter what. I will do whatever it takes. I don't choose any means for that purpose. I have a few tricks up my sleeve, whether it's appealing to my feelings or threatening me.

The young High Elder, who has a dragon horn like him, has an exceptional talent for medicine. However, is it just not time yet, or is it due to the clan's intentions Whatever the reason, she probably won't be able to break the seal right now.

Even though Dan Heng returned to his original form in the battle with Yanqing earlier, whether he can fully wield his power as the High Elder is another story.

We have no choice but to trust the "Script"

"Yanqing"
I was about to tell him to go back to the apse, but I couldn't help but extend my hand, seeing the sad look on Yanqing's face. It is unacceptable for a Luofu's general like to be unable to distinguish between public and private matters. However, I made an excuse to myself that this may be our last farewell. I stroked his head once, then gently touched his cheek. Just as I knew, it was fresh and soft.

"..."
Only Yanqing was surprised. It was well known that I was taking care of Yanqing, so no one would find it strange that I stroked the child.

"Your place of success is not here now. It is in the future - in the Xianzhou."
It's a shame that I couldn't say it was Luofu. But if when this Luofu becomes a sinking ship, my words must not bind Yanqing to this ship.

After a while, Yanqing gasped. Ah, what a clever child. This alone conveyed my intention. Yanqing's eyes wavered, but he still tried not to shed tears. His lips trembled and seemed to move in confusion.
After a while, he straightened his back as if he had made up his mind, and looked straight at me.

"General... good luck in battle."
There stood a fine, young Cloud Knight. It makes me feel somehow proud.
"Yes."
I replied with the General's face, but still gently wiped Yanqing's eyelids with my thumb.

"Then let's go."
I set off for Scalegorge Waterscape with Dan Heng and a small group of guards. We walked a little further and were about to cross bridge when...
"General, please, come back safely"
Yanqing cried out, unable to bear it any longer.
"--"
I couldn't promise anything. All I could do was turn around and give a token smile.

Now, will Scalegorge Waterscape accept us
I will protect Ruofu and become its foundation, even if it means giving my life away...