The Sect Xu Lai described was truly a paradise on earth, stirring within her the desire to become a part of it.
"Unfortunately, beauty without the strength to protect it is as ephemeral as the moon reflected in water or a flower in a mirror. A single pebble tossed by another can easily shatter it all."
Xu Lai said softly, "And once the water calms, those reflections of the moon and flowers can never be as perfect as they once were."
Ruan Tang listened quietly, her touch still gentle.
Watching Ruan Tang's beautiful face, Xu Lai said calmly, "That's why I climbed step by step, from being someone anyone could bully, to the very pinnacle, until no one could ever bully or insult me again."
"I couldn't protect my Master and the others, but… you and Yiyi are my entire world. If anyone tries to harm you, I will repay them a hundredfold!"
"Just how old are you?" Ruan Tang gently tapped Xu Lai between his brows. "You're still so dramatic when you talk, just like Ruan Lan."
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