He gripped her fingers tightly. In the dim darkness of the night, they faced each other, and he seemed to be struggling to resist an overwhelming force.
"Take care! Try to hide and don't rush to dig; that won't do you any good." He had no choice but to let go of her.
Although he knew he should stay by her side to protect her, many more people and positions needed their defense.
Compared to these, the interest of the nation was paramount.
Bai Xiao nodded, "Don't worry! I'll hide. Look at this spot, I can stay under the rock! I can even reach into the Karst Cave to pry stones! If anyone comes, I won't move a muscle, just like a rock. Besides, once you start firing, it will draw their attention—probably no one will notice here." She knew what An Zhiyuan was thinking, and at this moment, he couldn't be distracted by their feelings, not when the lives of hundreds above were at stake.
An Zhiyuan released her hand, "When I get back, let's get married." Then he strode away.
