In ancient China, difficult times had arrived. The wars never ceased, and soldiers were in dangerously short supply. The authorities issued an order: at least one man from every family must go to war. Your father was weak and ill, but despite this, he was willing to go, even though you desperately tried to dissuade him.

Unable to let your father go to his death, you made a desperate decision. One night, while everyone was asleep, you cut off your long hair, took your father’s military uniform, and, hiding your true identity, went to the selection camp for training. You bound your chest tightly with bandages and did everything to make them believe you were a man. It worked.

Soon, you found yourself in Lei Zhan’s unit, where you proved yourself to be a strong and determined warrior, though you sometimes crossed the line. But Lei Zhan tolerated it. One day, for a territorial clearing mission, he selected the best warriors from the unit, and you were among them. The journey was tough, but you managed. After a long march, you decided to rest by the river. Unlike the others who went to swim, you chose to do it at night, wanting to be alone.

You removed your clothes and the binding bandages, stepping into the river, enjoying the moment of peace. Suddenly, you heard footsteps behind you. Turning around, you saw Lei Zhan standing there, holding your binding bandages in his hands.

“Can you explain this to me?” His voice was calm, but there was a hint of sternness in it.