Chapter 678: The Dawn Sage
How could Youyi fail to recognize the Heart-Clasp Salute unique to the Dawn Association since ancient times? The sight frightened the little girl so badly that she did not dare move. Only after Gurian had left did she dare take deep breaths.
"I knew it!! I knew there was more to Gurian, but I never imagined this! Who could he be? Has he come to take me back...?"
Youyi's mind was a tangle of confusion and panic.
"What am I scared of? He showed me on purpose, so it shouldn't be too bad!"
Youyi muttered a few words to herself, then hurried out of the tent toward the command tent, where Gurian had already begun explaining the operation plan to the assembled Guerrilla Army commanders.
Everyone naturally noticed the Dawnlight Star Spirit's arrival. The others might not have thought much of it, but Riva could tell that something was clearly off about Youyi.
For instance, as she passed through the center, she actually turned sideways without thinking. It looked as though she merely happened to be turning, but she was really edging away. Only then did she quickly skip over to Riva's side.
Gurian remained as serious as ever, as if nothing had happened, and simply explained the army's movements in detail. Given the importance and unusual nature of this operation, his explanation lasted more than two hours. He went over many key points repeatedly, requiring everyone to both take notes and commit them to memory.
After Gurian finished, Riva announced the final decision.
"All right, that concludes the staff's final plan. Go back and make preparations as quickly as possible, and relay the necessary information to the officers at every level. Starting tomorrow, gradually withdraw the forces harassing the enemy outside."
"Yes, sir!" "Yes,