The God of War Who Protects the Nation: Starting with Saving a Mother and Daughter in Distress

Half a year's savings were obviously not so easy to spend, but Qin An couldn't bring himself to do something so cruel.

There's still one night left, so there's no rush.

"Shall we rest for a bit?" Qin An stroked Yang Yuyan's face, his eyes filled with tenderness.

"No, this is fine!" Yang Yuyan shook her head and buried her face in his chest.

She could clearly feel Qin An's longing for her and his reluctance to be separated from her even for a moment.

But she did need a break, so she changed the subject: "Tell me about your time in the army. Did you encounter any danger?"

Qin An then told her some lighthearted stories, such as how to train cavalry and how to defeat the Baekje people, but he never mentioned the near-death experiences he had gone through.

Yang Yuyan listened attentively, asking questions every now and then, her eyes filled with worry and pride.

She also spoke about the situation back home: "The village is dwindling in number, and prices are rising. Fortunately, we have the supplies and money you left behind, so we're not starving!"

"However, we are not worried about scarcity but about inequality, so we dare not show that we are living too well and invite envy..."

Yang Yuyan kept talking, and Qin An nodded repeatedly, saying, "My wife, you did the right thing, but it's unfair to you! When I return this time, I'll achieve some military merits, and then there will be no need to hide my abilities like this!"

He knew very well that a mere centurion's position was not enough to protect his wife and daughters.

If they could become generals themselves, they wouldn't need to be so careful.

"I don't care about anything else, I just want you to be safe and sound," Yang Yuyan said. "As long as we have enough material things, that's fine. Just don't overwork yourself."

"I know."

After talking for a while, Yang Yuyan stirred and said, "I've rested enough!"

Qin An understood instantly.

The woman he was holding was no longer as violent as before, but rather gentle and tender like a soft breeze and a gentle rain.

Just then, the door was gently pushed open, and Cai Yan and Cai Zhen peeked in.

"Mother, can we come in and talk to Father?" Cai Zhen asked softly.

They did indeed want to give Qin An and Yang Yuyan some time alone.

But after waiting for so long, they finally started to get a little impatient.

It wasn't just Yang Yuyan who missed Qin An; they all felt the same way.

Yang Yuyan turned to look at her two daughters, not caring about the current situation, and smiled, "Then come in."

The two maids cheered and crawled into bed, lying down on either side of Qin An.

"Father, tell us about the battlefield. Is it like in the stories, with unparalleled heroes?" Cai Zhen asked curiously.

"Of course there is, your father is!" Yang Yuyan said with a smile.

After she had completely opened up, she was no longer worried: "Haven't you noticed that he's getting more and more amazing?"

From Qin An's behavior, she could clearly sense that this man was much stronger than before he left.

It's a transformation in almost every aspect.

The two women also looked at Qin An with curiosity and found that it was indeed the case.

Yang Yuyan wasn't exactly petite, but in front of Qin An now, she appeared so small and delicate.

At this time, Qin An was a typical example of someone with broad shoulders, a strong back, long arms, and weak legs.

Such a being is absolutely the epitome of manhood.

They were even a little worried about their mother.

Qin An didn't stop, and told them some interesting stories from the battlefield, such as how to defeat the Baekje people with stratagems and how to charge on horseback.

The two girls listened with great interest, their eyes wide open.

"Father, when will you come back?" Cai Yan asked, her voice tinged with reluctance.

Qin An felt a pang of sadness and patted her head: "After the war is over, Father will come back to be with you and never leave again."

"Really?" Cai Zhen's eyes lit up.

"Really." Qin An nodded solemnly.

Knowing they only had one night together, none of the family thought about sleeping; they cherished every minute and second they spent together.

Before I knew it, dawn was breaking.

"It's dawn, you should go now." Yang Yuyan let out her final sob.

"Yes, it's time to go. I really hate to leave!" Qin An hugged her tightly, as if he wanted to completely meld himself into her body.

No matter how reluctant he was, Qin An ultimately had no choice but to leave Yang Yuyan's gentle embrace.

Ignoring her own disheveled state, Yang Yuyan forced herself to get up and helped Qin An tidy up.

As dawn broke, the two women helped Qin An pack his belongings.

Seeing that he was all ready, the three women had red eyes.

"Take some dry food with you, so you can eat on the road." Yang Yuyan handed Qin An a bundle filled with steamed buns and pickled vegetables.

"Father, keep these military treatises safe. I'll give you more when you come back next time!"

Qin An nodded emphatically: "I will definitely study hard and live up to your kindness, Yan'er!"

"Father, this is for you." Cai Zhen handed Qin An a small cloth bag tied with a red string. "This is a peace charm that I prayed to the Bodhisattva for you. You must keep it with you."

Qin An patted her head: "Okay, Father will definitely keep it with him."

After everything was ready, Qin An gave his wife and daughter a reluctant kiss before preparing to leave.

"I'll walk you to the village entrance," Yang Yuyan suddenly said.

"No need, you should get some rest." Qin An knew she was exhausted last night, having not rested all night.

"No, I must take you," Yang Yuyan said stubbornly, struggling to stand up, but staggered because her legs were weak.

Cai Yan quickly supported her, saying, "Father, my sister and I will help Mother. We'll see you off together!"

Qin An felt a warmth in his heart and no longer declined.

The family slowly walked to the village entrance, where many early-rising villagers were already working in the fields.

Seeing Qin An in armor and leading a warhorse, they were all surprised and gathered around.

"Isn't this Qin An? You're back?"

"That outfit is really impressive, you must have become an official?"

"I heard you came back yesterday, so you're leaving again? Do you know how my husband is doing?"

"..."

Although Qin An didn't have much of a relationship with the local villagers, he still responded to them all with a smile.

After explaining what he knew, he bowed to the crowd and said, "I have other matters to attend to in the army, so I must take my leave now. Please take care of my wife and daughter; I will repay you in the future!"

After saying that, he mounted his horse.

He reined in his horse, looked at Yang Yuyan and her two daughters, and his eyes welled up with tears: "My wife, take good care of yourself and the children. Yan'er, Zhen'er, you must listen to your mother."

"Yes." All three nodded, tears falling down their faces.

"I'm leaving." Qin An hardened his heart, turned his horse around, and waved.

Goodbye, Father!

"Take care, my husband!"

Qin An didn't turn back; he was afraid that if he did, he would never be able to leave again.

The sound of horses' hooves gradually faded into the distance, leaving behind all the reluctance and longing behind!