"The battle on Star Moon Plain means more than you realize. If you distinguish yourself in this battle, it could shape your prospects for the next ten years. And especially since you're leaving in the middle of a campaign, you'll lose more than you think... Do you really have to go?"
Chongxuan Sheng looked serious as he stared intently at Jiang Wang.
"I have to go," Jiang Wang said. "Fame and disgrace, honor and humiliation, of course they matter. But to me, some things matter more... I'm only here to let you know. Swords and arrows have no eyes on the battlefield. After I leave, take care of yourself!"
"Enough, enough, enough." Chongxuan Sheng waved a hand. "What, can't I stay alive without you? I'm the son of a military family!"
"Pass the word to Long Chuan and Yan Fu for me," Jiang Wang said. "And Lin Xian too. He'll be in charge of that battalion himself. He's good at managing troops, and he's reliable. He shouldn't hold you back."
Chongxuan Sheng was clearly reluctant, but still gritted his teeth and said, "Fine, fine. I'll remember!"
Jiang Wang said no more. He turned and left the tent.
The rows of military tents stretched out in neat formation beneath the starlight. In the night, bright torches flickered as far as the eye could see... If someone looked down from some corner of the Celestial Vault, would this appear to be a field of stars?
Life was full of hazy imaginings. Not every question needed an answer.
Jiang Wang held his breath and quietly slipped into a tent.
"Who?"
Tian Chang, who had not been given command of a battalion and had instead been assigned under Chao Yu, sprang up with his saber in hand.
The cold glint flashing from it showed