Does he hold a place in her heart that transcends personal gain?
Samus stared intently at her.
Shen Zhiyi said, "I have come this far not because of their approval."
"It's about ability."
She took his hand. "Samus, only absolute power can turn things around."
"Their current doubts, seemingly directed at you, are actually a reflection of their questioning of my abilities."
"I protect you because I know what is important to me."
What they say is not important.
"What's important to me is you." Her peach blossom eyes seemed to hold a lake of water.
It instantly drenched his soul.
Samus stood there, her words echoing in his mind.
She said...
Is he important?
Shen Zhiyi stepped forward and took his hand again.
"So, if you want to slap those people in the face, the most important thing is to level up as soon as possible."
"By then, they will also be unable to attack me through you."
"Would you give them a chance to attack me?"
She looked at him.
Her words carried a seductive tenderness.
Samus was startled.
He strode forward and embraced her tightly.
"No." His tall and imposing figure stood like the most solid wall, firmly protecting her.
He leaned down and whispered a promise in her ear, "I will never let anyone hurt you again."
Princess... his princess...
If she needs him, he will be there, and he will do it.
As long as she's not taking advantage of him.
As long as she treats him sincerely.
He would get her whatever she wanted.
Shen Zhiyi chuckled, "Alright, let's go back and eat."
"Without those disgusting people, I, the princess, can finally have a proper meal."
Are you hungry?
Samus held her in his arms, inhaling the fragrance emanating from her, his eyes deepening.
A hunger that gnaws at the bone marrow spreads from deep within the blood vessels.
"I'm hungry." He traced the back of her neck with his fingertips and asked in a hoarse voice, "What do I want to eat? Would the princess be willing to feed me?"
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