Seeing this scene, Dan Bingli felt a mix of emotions, including pity for Qin Luo's condition and a deep sense of guilt.
"I...I'm almost done, I can end it now."
Dan Bingli said softly, and then tried to break free of the hand that was being held.
Unexpectedly, Qin Luo stared intently at her, his grip remaining firm, leaving Dan Bingli momentarily at a loss.
"Are you sure you can tolerate this state of unstable spiritual energy? Are you willing to let such a flaw, like a bone-deep infection, remain on your path of cultivation, becoming a permanent stumbling block on your progress?"
Qin Luo saw through her thoughts at a glance and questioned her.
Dan Bingli was naturally unwilling. She knew that the unstable spiritual energy was a huge hidden danger on her cultivation path, which might cause her to fail at the last moment or even endanger her life.
But looking at Qin Luo's pale face, her lips moved, but she didn't have the courage to say that she couldn't bear it.
"I... I can recover on my own."
"Womanly compassion!"
"You think that what I did made you feel guilty towards me, right? You think I did all this just so you would give up on this solution because of a moment of weakness?"
At this point, Qin Luo sighed in exasperation and continued:
“I’m not asking you to carry any heavy psychological burden; I’m just making the right choice. You need to understand that what I need is a teammate who can support me in the time to come, not a weak person who is carrying hidden dangers.”
"The opportunities in the secret realm of heaven and earth are not easy to compete for. There are hidden dangers everywhere, and every step could be a bottomless abyss. You and I both know that only those with strong personal strength have a chance of survival there."
As he finished speaking, Qin Luo's tone became somewhat heavy. He wasn't exaggerating; the forces that had suppressed news of the appearance of that secret realm were not to be trifled with...
Qin Luo's question was like a heavy hammer blow, striking Dan Bingli's heart and leaving her feeling utterly ashamed.
She couldn't help but lower her head subconsciously, as if she wanted to bury her head deep into her slender and curvaceous breasts.
Her long, dark blue hair cascaded down like a waterfall, with a few strands brushing against her fair face, adding to her pitiful appearance.
"You, ugh~ cough cough!"
Qin Luo looked at her for a long time, and finally just sighed, but couldn't help but cough lightly. The cough sounded particularly abrupt in the quiet space.
Hearing the cough, Dan Bingli slowly raised her head, her gaze fixed on Qin Luo's pale face. His forehead was covered with fine beads of sweat, his once warm and bright eyes were now dull with exhaustion, and his lips had lost their color.
As he felt the purple spiritual energy flowing into his meridians and being inhaled into his dantian, his heart was in constant turmoil.
He hesitated repeatedly, his lips trembled slightly, he tried to speak several times but stopped, and his eyes were full of conflict.
Finally, amidst a complex mix of emotions, she seemed to summon the greatest courage of her life, suppressing the overwhelming shyness that surged through her heart, and said in a voice so soft it was almost imperceptible:
"If...if you can't hold on, then...then just channel your spiritual energy into my dantian..."
The voice was as soft as a mosquito's buzz, and in the end, it turned into a whisper as faint as a wisp of smoke, yet it was exceptionally clear in the silent space.
Upon hearing this, Qin Luo was secretly delighted, but feigned a look of shock on his face.
It should be noted that the Qi Sea originates from the Dantian. If what she said is true, it means that he needs to place his hand directly on her Dantian area. With this in mind, Qin Luo's gaze subconsciously fell on Dan Bingli's body, which was wrapped in a simple dress.
Dan Bingli's slender figure, amidst this tranquility, resembled a delicate orchid blooming in an extremely cold land, exuding a captivating charm.
Her figure was graceful, with a slender waist that seemed to fit in one hand. That tiny waist, combined with her rounded hips and full breasts, created a perfect proportion, outlining a captivating curve. Every undulation was just right, showcasing her feminine softness and sensuality.
The simple dress did not conceal her stunning figure; instead, it added to her fresh and refined气质 (qi zhi - inherent quality/temperament). The fabric of the dress clung softly to her body, rising and falling gently with her soft breaths, as if telling of her inner shyness and nervousness.
Qin Luo's gaze lingered only briefly before she felt her heart suddenly race. She quickly looked away, afraid that she wouldn't be able to suppress the pounding in her heart.
After taking a deep breath, Qin Luo's eyes regained their clarity, and he finally breathed a sigh of relief. After nearly three months of planning, he had finally taken the initiative into his own hands.
Nian Zhi, Qin Luo subtly concealed the strange glint in his eyes, and said in a somewhat uncertain tone:
"Miss Dan, what...what you just said? This...this is truly..."
His words came out haltingly, sounding as if he was struggling to speak, or as if he was startled by the sudden turn of events.
Dan Bingli's chest heaved violently. Just now, she could clearly feel Qin Luo's gaze lingering on her. Now, she had to confirm this shameful decision again, and extreme shyness made her body tremble slightly. She stared fiercely at Qin Luo, her eyes even welling up with tears.
"You! Me! You! Don't mention it again! I..."
Dan Bingli spoke incoherently, feeling both angry and annoyed. She was angry at Qin Luo's ungratefulness and annoyed at herself for saying such things. But now that things had come to this, she didn't know how to end the situation.
Qin Luo was also amazed when he saw this; he had never seen Dan Bingli look like this before.
In the past, she was like a thousand-year-old iceberg atop a snow-capped mountain, cold and unmoving, keeping people at arm's length.
But now, her shy expression revealed a breathtaking beauty. The misty tears welling up in her helpless eyes made her look even more pitiful.
This extreme contrast was like the most moving painting in the world to Qin Luo, making him want to appreciate this rare and beautiful scenery more.
Suppressing the pounding in his heart, Qin Luo slowly approached Dan Bingli.
Every step felt like it was treading on Dan Bingli's panicked heart. She could clearly feel the approaching aura surrounding her, making her heart race.
She immediately tensed up, her eyes closing tightly, her long eyelashes trembling incessantly, betraying her inner panic.
Upon seeing this scene, Qin Luo couldn't help but smile slightly, forming a gentle curve.
Then he leaned down, getting close to Dan Bingli, whose eyes were tightly closed:
"Miss Dan, what's wrong? Your face is so rosy, are you feeling unwell?"
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