Zha Muxi sighed and said with helpless resignation, "Get up! Youlan, if you cannot meet my demands, you should go serve someone else. By my side, someone like you will be in great danger."
Youlan was instantly panic-stricken. "My lady, please don't send me away. I will surely strive to meet your demands. Even if there is mortal danger, I am not afraid."
Zha Muxi said calmly, "Very well! But if you fail, do not panic; I will arrange a safe retreat for you."
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