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The man had faint shadows beneath his eyes and looked haggard. The candlelight had been dim last night, so Rong Xi had not seen clearly.

Now that daylight had fully broken, it was plain to see. Amid his guilt, Rong Xi felt a pang of heartache.

Great Wei's God of War was mortal too.

He bore the burden alone so that countless others could live in peace and prosperity.

He was both admirable and heartbreaking.

"Alright."

Qin Ke saw the concern in his eyes. The corners of his lips lifted slightly, and after agreeing, he headed for the bedroom.

It was not until the hour of the Goat that Qin Ke woke.

To show his gratitude, Rong Xi cooked personally. By the hour of the Monkey, he had laid a lavish spread upon the table, all of it Qin Ke's favorites.

When the masters and servants of Rong Residence saw Qin Ke arrive, they all felt settled at heart.

It was not only Rong Xi. None of them had slept peacefully these past few days.

After dinner, Rong Xi invited Qin Ke to the study. The two sat facing each other, their postures proper.

Qin Ke suddenly smiled. "The tall-footed chair in Eldest Brother's room truly is comfortable. How about giving me one?"

Rong Xi naturally would not refuse anything he asked for.

"Master Feng made it. If you like it, I'll ask Master Feng to make several more."

Rong Xi placed the bow and crossbow on the table. "Master Feng and Brother Shouyuan made this crossbow together. Its range and power far surpass ordinary bows and arrows. Brother Sizhi, why not give it a try?"

"Alright."

The two rose and went outside. A thick locust tree stood behind the house. Qin Ke moved some distance away and, under Rong