Chu Qingmeng had just finished eating and set aside her bowl and chopsticks when Quan Si arrived. Stepping into the room, he executed a classic slide-kneel to check their pulses. "Ninth Lord is unharmed, Son-in-law is unharmed. We may proceed."
Mo Liujin let out a sigh of relief, glad that they were safe. Seeing her swallow nervously, he gently pulled Chu Qingmeng into his arms, interlocking his fingers with hers, and comforted her softly, "Don't be afraid, I am always here."
"Son-in-law," Quan Si began awkwardly, "take Ninth Lord to the inner chamber. I will keep watch at the door. Do as I instruct."
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