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This time entering Shangdang is for the purpose of battle, where swords and blades are merciless, and one misstep can lead to disaster. The experience of being on the front lines has left a deep impression on Luzi; someone who seemed fine just moments ago can vanish in an instant.
This is a battlefield! Even if one knows they are fortunate and have a strong fate, what difference does it make? Fortune can be unpredictable!
The outcome of the last debate has already been mentioned in the previous text, with Xiao Yu'er clearly having the upper hand. Considering the skills of this miraculous healer, Luzi ultimately agreed to let her stay by his side. Furthermore, she had previously treated Left Chancellor Wang He for his illness and saved Wuan Jun Bai Qi's life at a critical moment. With these two precedents in mind, Luzi had no choice but to agree.
On the front lines, one cannot feel at ease just because they are in the rear. The mutual attacks create danger everywhere, and facing life-and-death choices is not limited to the generals and soldiers on the battlefield.
The soft and delicate little hand remained as cold as ever, making it hard for a hero to remain indifferent at this moment. Luzi glanced around the Main Tent to ensure no one else was present before using his warm hands to rub her small hand, trying to transfer warmth.
Feeling her icy hand trying to break free, Luzi tightened his grip instead. "I've heard elders say that those with cold hands and feet are often unloved." He pointed to his heart. "It clearly hurts here; why is someone's hand still so cold?"
Hearing someone joke, Xiao Yu'er, who had tried several times to break free, couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle softly. She told Luzi that elders also said that men and women should not engage in physical contact. This Young Lady has not yet married or entered a household; if others saw this action, she would be ridiculed. Since General Lu is also a reasonable person, he should let go!
Unmoved by her words, Luzi not only did not loosen his grip but held on even tighter. He couldn't promise anyone that he would survive this battle and leave Shangdang; therefore, he couldn't make any promises at all. If something were to happen again and he couldn't fulfill his promise, wouldn't that make him untrustworthy? Right now, all he wanted was for her small hands to warm up; beyond that, he had no other thoughts.
The two lovers stood facing each other, feeling each other's emotions deeply. They completely forgot about the tent that seemed ready to be blown away by the mountain winds; everything felt frozen in time. They stood like this until they became two mountains leaning against each other, still standing there.
"Why do people live? In the face of life's many helplessnesses, why do we still choose to live like this?"
Hearing the dreamlike murmurs of birdsong, Luzi tightened his grip on the small hands he was warming with care. Since his last trip to Changzi County City to capture Feng Zhiyuan resulted in serious injuries, he had encountered descendants of Shennong hidden deep in the mountains who came out to help him in his time of need. A master is indeed a master; with Xiao Yu'er's joining, not only did Luzi benefit personally and ultimately survive, but several important ministers and generals of Qin State also gained significantly.
The results were remarkable and evident for all to see. However, Luzi rarely saw Xiao Yu'er smile sincerely; in his impression, her smiles were merely reflections of popular sentiment. That kind of smile did not come from the heart, leaving those who witnessed it only able to sigh inwardly.
Looking back, I realize that I am not so different. Yet, for the hope deep within my heart, I stubbornly stand firm amidst the storm. What is a smile from the heart? It seems I have long forgotten! Luzi sighed and then provided a standard answer. It felt as if this was directed at Xiao Yu'er, yet it also seemed to be a reflection of his own thoughts.
At the beginning of life, we face endless darkness. When a ray of light flashes by, we begin to gain awareness. At that moment, we do not know the difference between light and darkness; we only seek to understand what just happened.
With the emergence of consciousness, the subsequent darkness reveals to us our solitude in that darkness. Thus, we desperately search for that light, using all our strength to struggle. The light at that time is actually illusory, even leading one to doubt its very existence. However, at the moment when life breaks free from the earth's constraints and emerges into the world, light becomes a tangible reality because it brings us warmth and reassures us that we are not alone.
As Luzi spoke, he released the small hands he had warmed. Listening to the rustling sounds and the howling mountain winds, he smiled and said, "Why do we live? Only for that impulse we once had in search of light! After enduring countless hardships to reach today, isn't that our purpose? Compared to the struggles we've faced and the many frustrations of this world, what do those frustrations even amount to?"
Xiao Yu'er nodded heavily. "Are you saying that our lives are meant for seeking light?"
"Of course! There is nothing else! Whether it is fate or human intention, these have never been issues nor excuses for us to stop searching for light!" After saying this, Luzi gently touched Xiao Yu'er's flushed cheek with the back of his hand. The cool sensation felt familiar, and he immediately felt a pang of guilt.
"I'm truly sorry! I've dragged you around without letting you enjoy a single day of comfort. This sentiment will remain in Luzi's heart, and one day I will repay you fully."
Xiao Yu'er raised her hand to hold Luzi's hand against her face, gently rubbing back and forth. "It's wonderful to see you lively every day!"
Just as Lu Zigang was about to speak, he suddenly heard animal chirping sounds coming from Xiao Yu'er's arms. He was about to ask if it was that Little Monkey when he suddenly sensed something unusual outside the tent. He raised his hand to extinguish the light and wrapped his arm around Xiao Yu'er's slender waist, protecting her behind him. At the same time, he slightly drew his sword with his left hand.
There were safety posts around the Main Tent, and skilled individuals were inside guarding it. Who could possibly sneak in silently? The only explanation is that the intruder must be an extraordinary expert!
‘Chirp! Chirp!’
The sound of Little Monkey echoed again in the darkness, causing beads of sweat to form on Luzi's forehead. If a person makes noise out of nervousness, a quick reminder can eliminate impending danger. But now it was a monkey making noise; how can you expect it not to make a sound when it doesn't even understand what you're saying?
Before leading everyone away from West Rampart, Luzi had advised Little Rain not to bring any small animals along. However, the reality was that Xiao Yu'er couldn't bear to part with Little Monkey and secretly brought it to the mountaintop.
Since we are here, let's make ourselves comfortable!
Luzi, who had just been holding his breath, immediately relaxed and used his left thumb to secure his sword in its sheath. Adjusting his breathing rhythm, he intended to ask the guest outside why they didn’t come in for a cup of tea. Before he could speak, he noticed a shadow flicker outside.
With a subtle sound of landing, a remarkably robust Golden Snub-Nosed Monkey sauntered in. This was clearly a Monkey King, taking advantage of the last light of evening to reach the mountaintop and reclaim Monkey Kid.
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