Chapter 35: First Mission

Not that evening, but on the following one, Chao summoned Wuyi. Filled with curiosity, Wuyi ascended the stairs. However, upon reaching the top, he realized that his questions would have to wait. Chao sat at the lacquered wooden table, a scroll partially unraveled before him, and a cup of wine anchoring one end. His finger traced lines on a list of villages and dates, each entry accompanied by tallies of warriors, merchants, livestock, and more. Wuyi took a seat across from Chao, understanding the importance of not disturbing him prematurely.

"Young Wuyi," Chao spoke softly, his eyes still fixed on the scroll. "How would you deal with a bandit who strikes you from behind but only when your back is turned?"

Wuyi ......