"She's asleep, Qingya. What's wrong?" Li Yi replied.
"Oh, it's nothing. I just... couldn't sleep. Today's events have left me feeling unsettled." Zhao Qingya's message carried a subtle hint of vulnerability and dependence.
Li Yi smiled slightly, understanding in his heart, and replied, "I understand! Qingya. A lot has indeed happened tonight. If there is anything you need, I will do my best to help."
Upon seeing the reply, Zhao Qingya felt a surge of warmth in her heart. After hesitating for a moment, she finally mustered her courage: "Actually, I'm a little scared. It's not safe here, I'm worried... Could you... talk to me?"
Looking at the words on the screen, Li Yi already guessed her unease and replied, "No problem. I'll go to your room now."
Zhao Qingya: "No, thank you. I'll come to your room!"
Li Yi: "Okay!"
Li Yi got up, put on a pair of shorts, and left the door half-closed.
A moment later, Zhao Qingya pushed the door open and came in, then closed it again.
Zhao Qingya's hair was slightly disheveled, her eyes still held a trace of lingering panic, and her eyes were bloodshot.
"I'm sorry to bother you so late," Zhao Qingya said as she walked into the room, trying her best to make no noise so as not to wake her younger sister Zhao Qingchun next door.
"It's alright, have a seat!" Li Yi said.
Zhao Qingya nodded and sat down on the edge of the bed.
"Li Yi, thank you for saving me today. If it weren't for you, I really might have... Waaah..." Zhao Qingya's voice choked with sobs.
Li Yi patted her shoulder gently and said, "It's alright, don't worry, I'll protect you!"
Zhao Qingya: "But how long can you protect me? What if we meet again in the future?"
Li Yi: "I can protect you for the rest of my life, as long as you need me!"
Zhao Qingya felt a warmth in her heart upon hearing this.
She almost lost her life today, and she was terrified. Only with Li Yi did she feel safe.
After chatting for a while, Zhao Qingya whispered, "Li Yi, I...I...I'm scared, can I...sleep...here with you?"
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