Upon hearing the call, Ivica swiftly grabbed the Samurai Sword and stood in front of Lei Jie.
"You've always stood before me to protect me. Today, let me protect you for once," Ivica said, straightening her body.
"There's no need; I haven't reached the point where I need you to protect me." Saying this, Lei Jie picked up the Engineer Shovel from the ground, preparing to walk in front of Ivica.
"Lei Jie, if you have a mission to execute, you need someone who can fight alongside you, rather than a burden that constantly needs your protection."
"For these past fifty days, we've been growing stronger; I'm sure you've felt it clearly. So, you must let me grow, only then can we persist for 500 days. You can protect me for 50 days, but you won't be able to protect me for 500 days," Ivica said, gripping the Samurai Sword tightly.
"Ivica..." Lei Jie placed his hand on Ivica's shoulder, his eyes slightly moist.
He knew Ivica was speaking the truth; he couldn't protect her for 500 days.
