With the mission completed, Bai Xi could flee at any time. The feeling of unrestricted freedom was truly exhilarating. She observed her surroundings in secret, ready to slip away when no one was looking.
However, with the two sides engaged in fierce combat, she was still visible despite being largely ignored. She had no choice but to remain in her corner.
As more and more barbarian soldiers flooded in, Changshan and the players soon found themselves overwhelmed, their bodies covered in wounds of varying severity.
"This isn't working! We can't delay any longer. Just the few of us can't hold off an entire army. We need to leave now!" the player who had previously asked Changshan for a favor urged. "General Chang, let's go! Pingyang Pass is already lost. There's no need to throw your life away."
Changshan shook his head, his expression resolute. "I am a general of the imperial court. My duty is to protect my country and its people. I will never desert in the face of battle!"
