"Brother Xuanqing, I knew you could do it!" Xiao Wu's voice was filled with trust and admiration, and her eyes shone with her deep reliance on Chen Xuanqing.
Chen Xuanqing gently stroked Xiao Wu's hair, his eyes full of tenderness.
He reminded her with a smile, "Xiao Wu, mind yourself. The soldiers are watching!"
Only then did Xiao Wu realize how carried away she had gotten. Her little face turned as red as a ripe apple.
Xiao Wu shyly glanced at the soldiers around them, then hurriedly pulled free of Chen Xuanqing's embrace. In her haste, however, she accidentally shoved him off balance. He stumbled and fell straight onto his backside.
The soldiers around them watched Chen Xuanqing's rare display of embarrassment, barely able to contain their amusement, but the solemn atmosphere of the battlefield made them hold back.
Chen Xuanqing knew exactly how they felt. He glanced at them, the corners of his mouth lifting in a faint smile, and said lightly, "Laugh if you want. If you lose on the battlefield because you've run out of strength, I won't go easy on you."
At those words, the soldiers seemed to find release. Their laughter surged like a tide as they laughed openly, their voices filled with ease and delight.
For that moment, the soldiers seemed to forget the battle ahead, feeling only the understanding and trust between comrades.
Amid the laughter, the two enormous beasts, Da Ming and Er Ming, also prepared to say goodbye.
Da Ming turned to leave, his voice deep and firm. "If you need anything, just ask."
Er Ming followed close behind, a trace of reluctance on his face, and shouted, "Remember to bring me something tasty when you come back!"
Da Ming shook his head helplessly and reminded him softly, "Er Ming, they