By the time everyone returned to the naval headquarters, dusk had already quietly fallen.
The dim lanterns emitted a faint light, swaying gently in the evening breeze, casting long and short shadows of the crowd.
Inside the naval headquarters, soldiers came and went, their footsteps and conversations mingling together, adding a touch of everyday life to this solemn place.
Qin Qianlu dragged her tired body, her steps heavy, each step as if carrying a thousand-pound burden, as she was about to go back to her room to rest.
Just then, Long Nanzhi hurried over, weaving through the bustling crowd.
Her icy blue eyes were clear and bright, like a spring, filled with trust.
Under the cool moonlight, those eyes appeared even more deep and captivating, as if they held the stars and the sea within them.
Long Nanzhi hesitated slightly, her hands unconsciously clenching the hem of her clothes until her knuckles turned white from the force. She bit her lower lip and hesitated for a moment.
She spoke softly, "Excuse me, young general, do you know Qin Qianluo?"
Upon hearing this, Qin Qianluo was slightly taken aback, a look of surprise flashing across her face.
She frowned slightly, her gaze sweeping over Long Nanzhi from head to toe, her eyes filled with wariness, as if pondering the other party's intentions.
Long Nanzhi felt a little uncomfortable under that gaze and subconsciously took half a step back, but then she mustered her courage and looked back at Qin Qianluo with a firm gaze.
Seeing Long Nanzhi's serious expression and expectant eyes, whose sincerity left no room for doubt, Qin Qianlu nodded subconsciously again.
Upon seeing this, Long Nanzhi was overjoyed. Her originally clear eyes became even brighter, like stars twinkling in the night sky.
Her cheeks flushed, and her breathing became rapid. She took a step forward and asked eagerly, "Young General, could you take me to her?"
I've traveled a long and winding road just to find Qin Qianluo. I never expected to get lost along the way, but thankfully I've met you all.
Long Nanzhi's voice was barely audible as she uttered those last words, her breath trembling slightly, like a leaf gently falling.
Engulfed instantly by the clamor of voices and the constant footsteps within the naval headquarters, Qin Qianluo couldn't hear anything clearly.
Upon hearing that Long Nanzhi had traveled a great distance to find her, Qin Qianluo's brows furrowed instantly, her gaze sharpening.
Like a precise searchlight, it scrutinized Long Nanzhi from head to toe.
She scrutinized Long Nanzhi's attire, the stitching on her cuffs, the style of her accessories, and observed her every gesture, trying to catch a trace of familiarity.
However, after careful examination, I realized that I had never seen this person in my past memories.
Qin Qianluo sighed softly, the evening breeze ruffling the hair by her ears, carrying a hint of confusion and inquiry.
She spoke with a gentle expression: "Miss Long, I am Qin Qianluo."
But upon careful reflection, I realize I've never met you before. What brings you here today?
Long Nanzhi's eyes widened instantly, her clear eyes filled with disbelief, like two clear lakes suddenly surging with turbulent waves.
Her lips trembled slightly, and she bit her lower lip lightly, wanting to say something but unable to speak for a moment.
Her mind was blank, with only the thought that "Qin Qianluo is right in front of me" echoing in her mind.
Subconsciously, she looked around at everyone in the hall and saw that they all nodded in affirmation.
Long Nanzhi then realized as if she had just woken up from a dream that the person standing in front of her was the one she had been searching for for many days.
Her head drooped, and her earlobes were slightly red, like ripe cherries.
He said in a muffled voice, "It was my master who sent me to find you. My master told me to find you at all costs, but he neglected to describe what you look like."
And I can't find the way at all..."
At this point, Long Nanzhi's voice choked slightly, and her eyes reddened. All the grievances and hardships of the past few days surged into her heart like a tide.
As Long Nanzhi spoke, she became increasingly distressed. Her icy blue eyes, which were like a clear spring, were now brimming with tears of grievance, shimmering as if they might burst at any moment.
I thought I had finally found Qin Qianluo after going through countless hardships, crossing mountains and valleys, and encountering setbacks everywhere.
But the other person was right in front of her, yet she didn't recognize them. This sense of disparity was like a sharp dagger, piercing her heart.
As a dragon princess, she was cherished and pampered by the dragons from childhood to adulthood, enjoying unparalleled respect.
The elders in the clan cared for her deeply, and the dragon clan members of the same age were even more respectful and obedient to her. No matter what request she made, someone would do their best to fulfill it.
Now, however, he is repeatedly frustrated in his search for someone, and can't even find the way. His strong sense of self-esteem is mercilessly hurt, and embarrassment and resentment spread wildly in his heart.
Upon seeing this, Qin Qianluo's lips twitched involuntarily, and her gaze fell on the petite, delicate-looking girl in front of her.
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