Second Elder Ling walked over to Ling Chunxi and exhaled all the guilt he'd be holding in. "Little Chunxi, you've suffered in silence all these years. I apologize once more for not being able to protect you enough." His voice was thick with shame.
"It doesn't matter. As I've said, it's my turn to take care of you from now on." Ling Chunxi comforted Second Elder Ling with kind words and a bright smile, bringing him much cheer. He reached out a hand to pat Ling Chunxi on the head affectionately, but Little White who was perched atop Ling Chunxi's shoulder, batted his hand away possessively. Second Elder Ling's mouth twitched but he plastered on a smile as he retracted his hand.
Qin Xiruo's face was ashen and her body was as limp as a lump of mud. She lay still whilst the Qins bound her tightly.
"Take her away!" ordered First Elder Qin with a sigh as he waved his hand. His people began to move Qin Xiruo.
