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Choices are mutual, with an assessment period every six months.
Six months later, Qu Tong could change if she wanted, and the guard soldier could also return to the legion if they were unwilling.
Qu Tong's delicate eyebrows furrowed slightly, seemingly finding this arrangement a bit inconvenient.
"Is it possible not to choose? I don't really like having someone follow me."
This time, however, Si Yuting did not indulge Qu Tong and shook his head firmly:
"You cannot. You lack spiritual power and could be in danger at any time. If you don't want someone following you, you can have them stay at Yuelan Bay and call them when needed. The distance between the Imperial Palace and Abel Star is too far."
Seeing this, Qu Tong didn't resist any further.
Having almost finished her flower tea, Qu Tong touched the pearl on her neck and said to Si Yuting, "Well then, Your Highness, may I go back now if there's nothing else?"
