After splitting the troops, half of the team withdrew, which was a specific request from Luo Zheng. Those who retreated didn't make a fuss; they left half of their ammo behind and hurried off. Luo Zheng initially wanted Shi Qingshan to lead the team away, but Shi Qingshan refused to go, no matter what. Luo Zheng didn't press the issue and had Shi Qingshan pick a squad leader to take responsibility for leading the team away. The pangolin also left, so as not to slow everyone down with its presence.
Luo Zheng gathered the remaining half of the group, all of whom were iron-blooded soldiers with strong combat power and quick speed. He had everyone form a circle and sit down, then said, "Brothers, staying behind means giving the hope of life to others, but we are soldiers; this is our mission and our honor. Now is the time to strike back at the pursuers. Do you have confidence?"
