But for Ye Jiu, this errand couldn't be better.
At least she could come out for some fresh air, which would help her understand the area and facilitate an escape, as well as gather some information.
Today, when Ye Jiu went out, she noticed many people with very happy expressions, especially the men, who walked with their heads held high, as if something had happened to make them proud.
Out of curiosity, Ye Jiu asked a woman selling goods, "Auntie, I see people on the streets are very happy today. Is there something worth celebrating?"
"Of course, our Great General has captured the commander of Dongyue, and they're on the way to escort him back to the capital. I heard that in two days, they will pass through our Cloud City," the woman replied with a big smile on her face.
Usually, when it came to war, everyone felt uncertain, for victory or defeat was unpredictable, and no one knew whether they would be on the winning or losing side.