In terms of status and identity, Zhang Lie's sister would indeed serve this role better than Hong Xi.

The draconian sage nodded. "I agree with Sun Mengmeng. Zhang Lie, you mentioned that you wouldn't be able to remain in the third realm forever. Neither will you be able to protect your sister for life."

If Zhang Hanxiang were to become the battlefield commander, Zhang Lie would surely end up protecting the draconian army in battle. As he said, he wasn't going to send his sister to the battlefield to die, so if Zhang Hanxiang were ever in danger, Zhang Lie would surely protect her.

Zhang Hanxiang would simultaneously be the battlefield commander and the shield that would save the draconian army's...