Collapse Iron: The Five Heroes of the Clouds Won't Let Me Go

Day one of frontline operations.

Cheng Xiao: "Ji Ting, come and have breakfast."

"Breakfast? This is a military camp. We only eat two meals a day. Military affairs are urgent and unpredictable. Who has the leisure to have breakfast?! Isn't that childish?"

"Danfeng always eats it, so just tell me if you want some or not."

"eat!"

Ji Ting sat imposingly at the dining table, while Cheng Xiao prepared congee and milk for him.

Taking a small sip, Ji Tinglong's eyes widened.

"How can plain meat congee taste so delicious? What did you add?"

"This is a secret recipe; I cannot reveal it to you."

"...I was being presumptuous."

Ji Ting stopped talking and silently ate his meal.

She ate quickly, swallowing the food whole.

After putting down his chopsticks and bowl, Ji Ting expressed his gratitude and hurriedly stood up.

"I'll go check the front lines; if I spot the enemy, we can attack immediately."

"Wait."

Cheng Xiao blocked his way, then approached Ji Ting.

"With loose armor and disheveled shoes, how can a Dragon Lord withstand the enemy's attacks if his armor is unstable?"

Cheng Xiao grumbled as he helped Ji Ting with her clothes until she was finally dressed.

"There's one more thing: don't get carried away in battle, be careful not to get hurt. I'll be watching over you from the front lines, so you don't need to worry about the rear."

Ji Ting tugged at his clothes somewhat awkwardly. He had fought many battles on the battlefield, and his clothes were often torn in each fight, so Ji Ting no longer paid much attention to dressing well, and the fabrics he wore were not expensive.

[This feels so strange...]

Ji Ting was puzzled, but since she couldn't understand it, she stopped thinking about it.

Rushing to the front lines, the monstrous creatures invaded, and Tianfengjun charged into battle, slaying them all.

Ji Ting just charged forward without thinking about anything.

Someone was watching her from behind.

It was Cheng Xiao, this guy, who had been watching her fight the whole time.

For some reason, she didn't need to worry about being attacked from behind, because someone was watching over her, and she only needed to worry about the enemy in front of her.

A sense of security, a feeling of stability, and a certain indescribable warmth filled her.

I don't want to lose, I don't want to get hurt, and I don't want to look pathetic in front of him.

These complex thoughts filled Ji Ting, which in turn fueled her even more ferocious attacks.

After the battle, Ji Ting was covered in blood, some from enemies and some from his own, and looked somewhat disheveled, but this was normal for the Yunqi.

The Dragon Lord is exceptionally powerful. She once again led everyone to victory, recorded the battle report, and publicized the great victory of all the immortal ships!

However, the victory did not bring joy to Ji Ting.

"I messed up; the clothes you prepared are ruined too. Some of those monstrous creatures were quite skilled; I was careless."

Cheng Xiao offered no comment, only a light laugh:

"Go wash up, the smell of blood will ruin your appetite."

The hot meal was ready, and feeling refreshed, Ji Ting had already put his worries behind him and was devouring the food to replenish his energy.

"You don't need to prepare those clothes. Keep it simple. When I fight, I'm not like Danfeng who can manipulate water and transcend the mortal realm. Fighting with fists and flesh is my main style."

"Okay, I understand." Cheng Xiao smiled again and agreed to Ji Ting's request.

Ji Ting remained silent; that strange feeling returned, even during the battle, making it difficult for her to think.

But, she doesn't hate it.

Day two of frontline operations.

Ji Ting was dressed in neat and comfortable clothes. Although the fabric was not luxurious, it was soft and comfortable, and that was enough.

Tianfeng Jun is not some delicate dragon lord; she doesn't care about these external things and desires.

"How does it feel?"

Cheng Xiao inquired, and learned that this was a costume he had personally designed; it was simple, and under Ji Ting's temperament, it further accentuated the Dragon Lord's nobility.

Don't think his work experience at Xianzhou was fake; in terms of talent, he's the most well-rounded.

"Great, I like it very much."

Ji Ting's comments were straightforward; his joy was genuine, but his level of happiness was only so-so.

However, this response was enough. Cheng Xiao pulled out the chairs and tables and said:

"Let's start with breakfast then."

After the battle, Ji Ting was in an even worse state than the day before.

"Ha! Those stinking birds! They actually launched a sneak attack!"

Ji Ting covered his left arm, where there was an arrow wound.

She intended to walk towards the military medical station, but Cheng Xiao stopped her.

"Treatment is also my job."

With a gentle lift of his hand, a warm current flowed through his entire body. Ji Ting felt refreshed and relaxed, his body feeling lighter than ever before, and even the hidden injuries disappeared!

"magic!"

"You flatter me."

"Haha, do you know that today two stinking birds risked their lives to kill me, trying to buy a chance for their companion? In the end, they died, while I am unscathed. Won't those wretches be furious tomorrow? Hahahaha!"

Ji Ting's appearance reminded Cheng Xiao of Yun Wu, who was eager to take credit, and he subconsciously patted her head.

"That's great, I saw it all today."

"Heh, I'm not asking for any reward, don't be so delicate."

"That's right, let's eat then."

"Oh right, my clothes are ruined again."

"It's alright, I'll mend it again."

Day three of frontline operations.

"The Dragon Lord was very admirable when he fought bravely, and he still looks extraordinary in ordinary times."

"Of course! If it weren't for the need to charge into battle, Lord Dragon Lord should be dressed in a magnificent and noble manner. Even in these casual clothes, you still look incredibly elegant. You truly deserve to be our Lord Dragon Lord!"

Discussions within the army did not deter Ji Ting from fighting the enemy; outward appearances are only temporary, the power to defeat the enemy is what truly matters.

After the battle, Ji Ting dragged his exhausted body back to camp and subconsciously headed towards the military doctor's office, intending to get some restorative and calming pills.

But then she suddenly remembered that there was someone in the logistics department waiting for her.

She went back, and Cheng Xiao indeed walked towards her.

How strange, so strange, so strange! What is this feeling...? Back home, someone was always there, waiting for me...

"Were you ambushed again today?"

"No, those bastards can't hurt me."

"Indeed, you are the Dragon Lord."

Cheng Xiao verbally agreed, but as always, a warm current flowed into Ji Ting's body, and all fatigue and injuries disappeared again, leaving him completely relaxed and soothed.

"Don't push yourself too hard. Being stubborn and self-willed is not good. The enemy doesn't want you to eliminate them all by yourself. Rely more on the Cloud Cavalry behind you."

Ji Ting ate his rice without saying a word, it was unclear whether he had listened to anything.

Day four of frontline operations.

Cheng Xiao: "The food is ready!"

Ji Ting: "..."

fifth day.

Cheng Xiao: "Lie down, let me give you a massage. Danfeng really likes it when I massage his dragon horns."

Ji Ting: "Dragon horns... um..."

sixth day.

Cheng Xiao: "Change your clothes if they're torn, treat your injuries. Don't tough it out. Even a broken part of a Jin dynasty statue needs repair, let alone you?"

Ji Ting: "Okay..."

The seventh day.

The post-war period has become routine, and so has each healing session.

Cheng Xiao: "Welcome home."

The next moment, a bluish-purple dragon shadow pounced directly into Cheng Xiao's arms.

Ji Ting: "I'm back~"