Interlude: The House
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How many years has it been?
Three? Four? Liu Jin is not quite sure. The older he grows, the harder it becomes to keep track of time. Sometimes, the years feel like months. Sometimes, the months feel like years.
Sometimes, it feels like no time has passed at all.
“Are you sure you wish to do this, Your Majesty?” General Nie Dan asks. As if there is even the slightest chance that Liu Jin will change his mind. Not here. Not now.
Not with Eastern Port City right in front of him.
“More than anything, General.” Liu Jin looks back at the man and smiles. “Thank you for bringing me here, but I believe I will do the rest of the trip alone.”
General Nie Dan inclines his head.
“I thought as much,” he says. “I suppose it does not matter. I cannot protect you here.”