"In this difficult situation, after much deliberation, the clan decided to use all their resources to risk sending me to the distant Lingyuan Continent. This is because the Lingyuan Sect there is renowned throughout the vast world and is the dream school of countless cultivators."
"They hoped that I could join them and, with the help of Lingyuan Sect's abundant resources and excellent cultivation environment, achieve a rapid leap in strength, thus opening up a glimmer of hope for the future."
At this point, Dan Bingli's eyes flickered slightly, and she subconsciously avoided looking directly at Qin Luo.
Qin Luo lowered his head, staring at her somewhat evasive gaze, and sighed as he said:
"Bingli, after saying all this, you're still hiding things from me. Could it be that in your heart, I'm still not someone you can share hardships with or someone you can fully trust? I thought there were no secrets or barriers between us anymore, but your hesitation now really makes me feel a little disappointed."
"No! No, I..."
Dan Bingli's eyes instantly reddened, tears welling up in them. She anxiously raised her head, her hands trembling as she placed them on Qin Luo's handsome face, as if afraid he would suddenly disappear.
“I’m just afraid, afraid that if I tell you, it will bring you an irreparable burden. You are the most precious person to me in this world, how can I bear to put you in danger?”
The voice was choked with sobs, and the body trembled slightly.
"Since I was little, I've been used to facing everything alone. Now that you're in my life, you've given me a warmth and support I've never had before. I really don't want to lose you."
After saying that, Dan Bingli's tears slid down her cheeks and dripped onto Qin Luo's chest, the burning heat seeming to scorch his heart as well.
"The vows of eternal love and lifelong commitment are not empty promises to me. Since you can bear the hardships I share with others, how can I let you face the dangers of the future alone?"
After speaking, Qin Luo reached out and gently pushed away Dan Bingli's hands that were on his cheeks. He leaned down and locked his gaze on those tear-streaked but still moving eyes. The next moment, the surrounding air became quiet.
Above the clouds, figures overlapped.
Dan Bingli nestled weakly in Qin Luo's arms, delicately feeling his familiar scent.
Her body stopped trembling, and the unease in her heart was gradually soothed by this warm intimacy. At this moment, there was nothing else in her heart but Qin Luo.
When they parted, Dan Bingli no longer had the strength to stand and leaned weakly against Qin Luo.
Qin Luo stretched out his arm and steadily wrapped it around her waist, supporting her tightly.
At this moment, Dan Bingli's cheeks were flushed, with a hint of languid intoxication. She looked at Qin Luo with a dreamy gaze, her eyes full of longing.
"Past suffering and secrets should no longer be shackles you carry alone, whether in the past, present or future."
"You don't need to force yourself to be strong anymore. I will be your support, forever!"
These heartfelt promises made Dan Bingli's already hazy eyes even more blurred. Her slender, fair hand rose blankly, wanting to touch the face so close to hers, yet fearing that this was all a dream.
His fingertips trembled, and he stopped abruptly just as he was about to touch Qin Luo's cheek.
Qin Luo instantly understood her thoughts, gently took her hand, and guided her soft hand to his face. The warm touch made Dan Bingli's heart tremble, confirming that this was not an illusion.
Then he muttered to himself:
"Why? Now that I have given my body and soul to you, and you already have everything I have, why insist on stepping into the complicated and dangerous path within my tribe? You could have stayed out of it and lived a peaceful life without getting involved in this conflict and danger."
"This girl is really stubborn, but her heartbreak is also truly heartbreaking."
Hearing her murmur, Qin Luo sighed inwardly.
"Because what I want is for you to be truly happy, not this kind of happiness that's just a facade, like mist floating on water."
"So please tell me everything, okay? Let go of everything. You shouldn't be so tired. Smile, like when I applied rouge for you last time. Smile. That's the real you."
"Back then, although there was still sorrow in your eyes, a touch of rouge added a touch of liveliness and playfulness. I hope you won't always be trapped in worries about the future. Hand over the burden to me, let me hold up a sky for you, so that you can laugh freely and rest peacefully under this sky."
Upon hearing this, Dan Bingli stared at him blankly, seemingly still immersed in his affectionate words, her mind blank for a moment.
But a few breaths later, a faint smile suddenly spread from the corner of her mouth. The smile was initially a little awkward, cautious but unable to hide its beauty.
Gradually, her smile deepened, her eyes curved into crescents, and she was enveloped in an indescribable sweetness, her eyes filled with happiness and emotion.
She just looked at Qin Luo quietly, without saying a word, but that spoke volumes.
But as Dan Bingli smiled, her eyes gradually reddened, and the next moment she buried her head deeply in Qin Luo's arms, crying:
"Qin Luo, I'm so tired, I'm so tired! I don't want to cultivate anymore, I want to live a carefree life, but... but I can't. Countless times I've healed my wounds alone in the cold mountain cave, and cultivated with trepidation in the pitch-black night, with no one to rely on and no one to confide in."
"I can only grit my teeth and move forward step by step. I'm so tired, so very tired. I want to let go of everything, but I'm carrying too much on my shoulders. I have no choice at all..."
The cries grew increasingly mournful, and her body trembled violently, as if she wanted to release all the bitterness, fear, and helplessness she had endured over the years in this moment.
At this moment, Dan Bingli truly revealed her heart to Qin Luo. The most sincere expression between lovers is not soft whispers or sweet nothings, but the first tear that quietly falls and the vulnerability that is completely exposed to you.
Qin Luo simply held her tightly, gently stroking her hair with one hand, saying nothing. He knew that words were pale and powerless at this moment; only silent companionship could offer her some comfort.
After a long while, Dan Bingli's crying gradually subsided, and she still nestled in Qin Luo's arms, looking like a fledgling bird seeking shelter.
Qin Luo then spoke softly:
"Don't worry, I'll be here for you from now on, year after year."
At this moment, Dan Bingli was completely lost in the moment. Her world had lost its focus, and only Qin Luo's figure remained as bright as day and as clear as if it were tangible.
For him, she was willing to set aside all her pride and give her all...
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