Hearing her words, Qin Luo knew that the two women had already broken off all ties, which gave him a headache. It seemed that he would have to change his mind about directly changing Xia Zihan's thinking.
Given the current situation, it's completely impossible to get her to accept other women. In fact, if things go wrong, it might even make her more wary in the future, making the situation even more complicated.
Since we can't correct her all at once, we have to guide her step by step.
Thinking of this, Qin Luo looked at her stubborn expression and said:
“Zihan, I know you must have your reasons, and I can understand them. But have you ever considered that your actions, to some extent, actually represent that you have absolutely no confidence in me?”
“My feelings for you have never changed. Why are you so dismissive of Miss Yi? Do you think I would be easily swayed by others? We've been through so much together, are our feelings really so fragile?”
Qin Luo's questions struck Xia Zihan's heart like heavy hammer blows, turning her stubborn expression pale.
"Qin Luo, it's not that I don't trust you, it's just that when I see other women getting close to you, my heart feels like it's being gnawed by a million ants."
"I know what I did might have gone too far, but I really couldn't control myself."
Xia Zihan bit her lip, tears welling up in her eyes. But when she saw Qin Luo's increasingly indifferent gaze, her nose stung, and she twisted her body in his arms, her movements urgent, as if trying to prove something.
Then she tilted her head slightly, her delicate lips, as beautiful as flower petals, trembling gently, as if silently extending an invitation.
Qin Luo knew what she was waiting for, but there was no turning back now. If he softened his heart, all his previous words would be for naught.
The investment must continue, otherwise Xia Zihan and Yi Ting alone will not be enough to sustain his cultivation. The spiritual energy required now is so enormous, if he relies on just the two of them, his cultivation path will be extremely difficult.
Thinking of this, Qin Luo remained indifferent and unmoved.
Upon seeing this, Xia Zihan panicked. She leaned forward slightly in his arms, trying to get closer to Qin Luo, her warm breath gently brushing against his face, carrying a rich sandalwood fragrance.
Those soft, boneless hands gently encircled Qin Luo's neck, with a cautious, tentative touch. Her eyes were slightly closed, her long eyelashes trembling gently, awaiting the long-awaited response.
However, Qin Luo slightly turned his head to avoid it.
This caused Xia Zihan's body to stiffen instantly, and a sense of loss welled up in her heart. Her hands fell limply to her sides, and the light in her eyes dimmed instantly.
After a long while, Xia Zihan finally raised her head, her eyes filled with heartache, and then she spoke:
"Qin Luo, I... I know I was wrong, I will..."
She seemed to have exhausted all her strength to say this, but she had to continue.
"Yes, I will try to... accept your contact with other women."
After speaking, Xia Zihan lowered her usually proud head, and her long, waterfall-like hair fell down, covering her face.
At this moment, her heart was filled with grievances. She used to regard herself as the only center of Qin Luo's world and would not allow any woman to get close to him.
However, Qin Luo's displeasure now forces her to put aside her pride and try to accept women who might take away Qin Luo's attention.
Although Xia Zihan was extremely unwilling, she couldn't bear to see her beloved like this, so she was willing to compromise.
Hearing this, Qin Luo finally felt relieved. He knew that Xia Zihan had only said those words under his coercion, and that she was still unwilling to accept other women having contact with him.
But that was enough for Qin Luo; at least now she felt a slight sense of easing.
Qin Luo knew that change couldn't be achieved overnight, and it was already quite an achievement for Xia Zihan to take this step.
Now it's time to calm her down.
"Zihan, I know this is a very difficult thing for you, but you have to have some faith in me, okay?"
Qin Luo spoke softly, reaching out to brush aside the long, loose hair. Then, he gently lifted Xia Zihan's chin, causing her face to tilt slightly upwards.
Their eyes met, and time seemed to stand still at that moment.
"Yes, I believe you." A moment later, Xia Zihan's soft, sweet voice rang out.
A subtle atmosphere suddenly filled the air, tense yet warm.
Only the two of them remained together. Their gentle approach and the subtle exchange of their breaths were like the softest breeze in spring, carrying endless affection and longing.
Just as the two were lost in each other's thoughts, the door was suddenly pushed open with a "bang".
Xia Qi rushed in, looking anxious, as if something big was about to happen.
However, when he saw what was happening in front of him, he was completely stunned.
Qin Luo and Xia Zihan were also startled by the sudden noise and their bodies stiffened.
Qin Luo reacted quickly and released his hand from Xia Zihan's chin. Xia Zihan, embarrassed, hid in Qin Luo's arms, her face as red as a sunset, a striking blush spreading from her cheeks to her neck.
She was secretly annoyed that her fourth brother's sudden intrusion had ruined their beautiful atmosphere.
Sensing Xia Zihan's nervousness, Qin Luo gently hugged her to comfort her.
He then looked at Xia Qi, his eyes filled with a hint of helplessness and apology. "Fourth Brother, what's the matter that has you in such a hurry?"
Looking at the two of them, Xia Qi felt both helpless and sentimental. His thoughts drifted back to the past, recalling the once noble, cold, and proud Xiao Jiu.
But as time has passed, who could have imagined that Xiao Jiu would now be so shyly nestled in a man's arms, completely devoid of her former proud demeanor?
Instead, her face was full of shyness and tenderness. She was no longer the proud princess, but like an ordinary woman in love, who had put aside her former pride and frost for the sake of the feelings in her heart.
But in just a moment, Xia Qi put aside these feelings, coughed lightly, and brought his attention back to the matter at hand.
Looking at Qin Luo and Xia Zihan in front of him, he said in a serious tone:
"Just now, my brother sent a letter saying that the situation is not good."
At this point, Xia Qi's face darkened completely, and he took a deep breath before speaking in a heavy tone.
"Third Brother and Fifth Brother have been captured by Yan Ling, the Sect Master of the Flamefire Sect, and are in grave danger!"
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