The next day, at noon.
"Old Ye, why hasn't Miss He come?" Shangguan Jian asked. Outside the military camp, many civilians had gathered to see off the departing troops. Linxiang City was a full thirty miles from the camp, but more than ten thousand people came, showing their hope. Furthermore, the thirty thousand soldiers stationed in the city under General Huo Ziqing would also depart, making the farewell in the city undoubtedly lively.
"I told her not to come. Since we must leave, having her come would only make her sadder. I already told her everything last night." Ye Shikai explained.
"That's good. Don't worry, it won't be long before we're back."
