Han Qiongyue lay in the Empress Dowager’s arms, blood seeping from the corners of her mouth. Her chest was soaked in crimson, stained by the wound that had claimed her.
"Qiongyue, don't speak," the Empress Dowager whispered, panicked. "Old Nine... yes, Old Nine knows medicine, he can surely save you." She looked desperately toward Jun Chenyi, who was already sprinting toward them.
"Live on... for me," Han Qiongyue said, clutching the Empress Dowager’s hand. She felt no regret, trading her life for her dearest friend’s. From now on, she would let her friend live out the portion of life that belonged to her. Seeing everyone gathered around, she felt this was a happy ending; the people she wanted to see were all here.
Chapter 205