“When will the war ends, Nan Xun?” Jun Huang said, breaking the silence.

Nan Xun rested his chin over her head. “Soon.”

Jun Huang didn’t question him. She hoped everything would be resolved soon. Then she would settle down in a quiet place with Nan Xun, leading a peaceful life with him. That was her idea of a happy ending.

They held each other for a long time until Nan Xun let go of Jun Huang and guided her to the bed. He covered her with a blanket.

“How is the plan going?” Jun Huang asked, staring at Nan Xun.

“I had a meeting with the officers. It seems that the snowfall would continue. We’ll take action in a few days. However, we won’t be able to scale down from the cliff in such harsh weather.”

Jun Huang nodded. They had to take the high ground back, but they weren’t going to risk soldiers' lives unnecessarily. Nan Xun massaged her...