By seven o'clock, Musheng had already followed Shen Nanyi and others, proceeding with the officers' contingent toward their seats in the square.
Their steps were synchronized as they joined the large formation and entered the officers' seating area, while the national anthem had already begun to play.
As Musheng sat down, she felt an inexplicable unease.
Because her seat was relatively conspicuous.
The seats were arranged diagonally, but both she and Shen Nanyi were sitting in the first row. Even though the Honor Guard continuously passing in front might block her from view, Musheng was not entirely reassured and took the opportunity, before the military drill officially started, to say in a lowered voice, "Leader, don't worry; no one will pay attention to you."
After hearing Shen Nanyi's words, Musheng nodded slightly, her expression showing no significant fluctuation.
