She stared intently at Qin Qianluo, her eyes filled with a cautious expectation, a look of longing like a drowning person grasping at the last straw.
Her voice trembled slightly, tinged with tears, as she asked uncertainly, "Is what Your Highness said true?"
I am but a woman of the night, what merit or ability do I possess to deserve Your Highness's assistance...
All of this is like a beautiful dream that's out of reach. I'm so afraid that when I open my eyes, it will all be gone...
A gentle and warm smile slowly appeared on Qin Qianluo's lips, like a soft breeze in spring, carrying just the right amount of warmth.
She nodded slightly, the jewels in her hair swaying gently with her movements, making a crisp and melodious sound.
As if echoing this gentle atmosphere, this simple gesture was full of soothing intent.
Witnessing this scene, Qi Meng felt a surge of gratitude and excitement, and her eyes instantly welled up with tears.
She instinctively began to struggle to get up, bracing herself against the bed with both hands, her knuckles turning white from the excessive force, every muscle straining.
He wanted to express his heartfelt gratitude to Qin Qianluo with the most solemn bow.
However, as soon as she lifted her body slightly, the wound on her shoulder felt as if it had been torn apart by a pair of merciless hands, and a piercing pain shot through her.
The excruciating pain was like a sharp knife piercing her body, causing her to let out a soft groan of agony, and her forehead instantly covered with fine beads of sweat.
Qin Qianlu reacted extremely quickly, and with lightning speed, she reached out and gently but firmly pressed down on Qimeng, stopping her movements.
She leaned slightly forward, her eyes full of concern, her voice soft and gentle.
Like a babbling brook in spring: "Don't move. Your injuries are still so serious. Don't force yourself to bow. If your wounds reopen, you'll be the one who suffers."
I understand your feelings; there's no need for that.
Helpless, Qi Meng could only slowly lie back on the bed. As she moved, her brows were tightly furrowed with pain, and it took a while for them to gradually relax.
Her eyes were still filled with sincerity and gratitude, her gaze fixed on Qin Qianluo, as if she had found her lifelong support in her.
At this moment, her throat felt as if a boulder was stuck in it, her voice thick with nasal tone, already choked with sobs: "Thank you, Your Highness, for your help in rescuing me from this predicament."
I will forever remember this life-saving grace, but I have no way to repay it.
If I could regain my freedom, I would not wish to see the sights of the world, but only to stay by Your Highness's side forever.
If Your Highness does not mind my humble origins and difficult past, I hope Your Highness will take me in.
Even if I were to serve Your Highness as a servant, doing menial chores, I would be happy to do it without the slightest complaint.
As she spoke, tears streamed uncontrollably down her cheeks.
Like beads from a broken string, tears dripped down her cheeks onto the pillow, leaving a trail of sorrow.
Qin Qianlu was completely taken aback by Qimeng's request. She was momentarily stunned, a look of surprise flashing across her face, her phoenix eyes sparkling.
She instinctively wanted to refuse, but when her gaze fell on Qimeng's tearful, pitiful eyes, her heart clenched.
The words of refusal stuck in his throat.
When I glanced at her shoulder, which was wrapped in thick bandages and still faintly stained with blood, I seemed to see all the suffering she had endured, and my heart ached with pity.
She remembered how Qimeng had stepped forward without hesitation to save her sister in a moment of crisis, and she couldn't easily betray that kindness.
After hesitating for a long time, Qin Qianluo sighed softly, a sigh filled with helplessness and pity. She nodded again, agreeing for the time being.
"Please don't belittle yourself, young lady. There's no reason for you to look down on me. If you wish to stay by my side, then please stay."
Life is a long journey, and the future is uncertain. If you ever have other thoughts in the future, or yearn for a wider and freer world, you can tell me honestly.
"I am not one to be bound by rigid rules; I will grant your wish, and you have no need to serve me as a servant."
Qimeng's face seemed to be filled with happiness, and her eyebrows and eyes were full of smiles, just like the blooming flowers under the warm spring sun, bright and beautiful.
Her eyes sparkled with a unique light as she tilted her head back, immersed in joy.
Half muttering to herself, and half confiding to Qin Qianluo, she said, "To be able to accompany Your Highness is truly a blessing I have accumulated over many lifetimes."
Fortunately, I learned some martial arts from some gentlemen who listened to music in my spare time. At that time, I just thought it was to pass the time, but I never thought it would become the foreshadowing of today's opportunity.
Otherwise, how could I have contributed my meager strength at this crucial moment, and thus been fortunate enough to receive His Highness's favor and remain by his side?
Qin Qianlu listened quietly, her eyes filled with gentleness and warmth, dispelling the faint doubt that had been lingering in her heart.
Qimeng's sincere words melted away like thin ice in spring.
A gentle smile played on her lips as she softly tucked the blanket around Qimeng.
The corner of the blanket was neatly and smoothly placed under her fingertips; every movement was filled with meticulous care.
Her voice was soft, like a spring breeze, as she advised, "You should just rest here and not worry about anything. The most important thing is to recover from your injury."
If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask the maid.
After saying that, she slowly straightened up, took light steps, and quietly left the room, her departing figure gradually disappearing behind the door.
As Qi Meng gazed in the direction where Qin Qianluo had gone, the light in her eyes instantly changed.
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