In the fantasy world, all the people I met were beauties.

Warmth gradually settled in the room, and the atmosphere between the two became subtle and complicated.

Li Zimo's gaze lingered on Liu Rumei for a moment, and he couldn't help but ask:

"Rumei, I've always had a question: why are you still a virgin, and why did you... approach me last time?"

His voice was low and respectful, trying to ask this sensitive question in the least hurtful way possible.

When Liu Rumei heard this, her body trembled slightly, and an indescribable emotion flashed in her eyes.

She lowered her head slightly, and her long hair fell like a waterfall, covering the shyness and sadness on half of her face.

After a moment, she took a deep breath, slowly raised her head, and looked at Li Zimo with a firm gaze.

"Mr. Li, please listen to me carefully."

As she spoke, her hands unconsciously intertwined, her fingertips gently rubbing together, revealing her inner tension and anxiety.

Her chest rose and fell gently with her breathing, and her snow-white skin looked even more tender in the candlelight.

Her slender waist, outlined by the soft light, appears even more curvy, adding a touch of alluring charm to her figure.

"I was a widow who had never married, and my fate was full of misfortunes. My husband passed away before he could marry me, but I was filled with gratitude and responsibility, so I resolutely moved to my husband's house, caring for his mother and helping to run the shop."

Liu Rumei's voice was soft yet firm, and every word seemed to carry the burden and persistence of the past.

As the story deepened, her eyes flickered with memories, sometimes sad, sometimes determined.

"However, the good times didn't last long. A few years ago, my mother-in-law passed away. I took on the responsibility of running the shop alone, working hard to maintain the family business. But my husband's family saw that I had no one to rely on and wanted to take back the shop. They also forced me to marry someone else. The man I married was a very old warrior, and he offered a hundred thousand spirit stones as a betrothal gift. My husband's family said that I either had to pay a hundred thousand spirit stones or marry him obediently. How could I come up with a hundred thousand spirit stones?"

Speaking of this, Liu Rumei's eyes couldn't help but turn red and tears welled up in her eyes.

Seeing this, Li Zimo felt an indescribable pity in his heart.

He gently reached out and held Liu Rumei's hand tenderly, giving her silent comfort and support.

His eyes were full of understanding and sympathy, as if to say:

"Rumei, you've worked hard."

Liu Rumei felt Li Zimo's care and warmth. She leaned gently on his shoulder, and finally couldn't help but shed tears.

"My husband's family only gave me three months. Faced with such pressure, I was filled with despair and helplessness. I didn't want to be someone else's trading pawn, and I didn't want my life to be arranged like this. But I couldn't resist the injustice of fate, so I began to think about losing my virginity. Even if I married him, I couldn't let that old man get away with it, and I couldn't have a memory of my own."

Her voice was choked and firm.

Having said that, she looked up at Li Zimo, her eyes flashing with complex emotions.

"As for my initiative to approach you... it's because I saw how gentle and considerate you were with Miss Wan'er, and I felt respect and envy. I longed to be treated sincerely by someone like Miss Wan'er, so I mustered up the courage... Master Li, do you... do you think I'm cheap?"

Her voice gradually became quieter, and she almost murmured these words to herself.

When Li Zimo heard this, a strong wave of emotions surged in his heart.

He held Liu Rumei's hand tightly and looked into her eyes affectionately.

"Rumei, you're wrong. I've never thought of you this way. I admire your strength and character. You deserve to be respected and loved, not despised and insulted. I'll help you with these 100,000 spirit stones."

His voice was firm and gentle, filled with deep affection and commitment to Liu Rumei.

When Liu Rumei heard Li Zimo's offer to help her with 100,000 spirit stones, a trace of surprise and panic flashed across her face. She quickly shook her head and said firmly:

"Master Li, absolutely not! One hundred thousand spirit stones is a huge sum. Even if I sell Rumei, I can't repay this favor."

There was a hint of bitterness and self-blame in her eyes, as if she felt helpless about her predicament.

Seeing this, Li Zimo gently held Liu Rumei's hand, his eyes gentle and firm.

"Rumei, in my heart, you are far more valuable than anything money can ever measure. Your kindness, tenacity, and beauty are all priceless. I am willing to do all this for you, just hoping that you can get out of this predicament and live a happy life."

As Liu Rumei listened to Li Zimo's words, tears of emotion welled up in her eyes.

She looked at Li Zimo, and his gentleness and determination were like warm sunshine, illuminating the haze in her heart.

"Mr. Li..."

She choked, her voice filled with gratitude and disbelief.

Seeing this, Li Zimo comforted him more gently:

"Don't worry, I'm here. I'm a warrior now, so a few spirit stones are nothing to me. Besides, I won't let anyone hurt you. We'll go deal with the relationship with my husband's family later. I'll personally warn them so they don't dare to try anything against you again."

As Liu Rumei listened to Li Zimo's words, a hint of hesitation and worry flashed in her eyes.

"Really? Mr. Li, will you get into trouble if you do this?"

She asked with concern, obviously not wanting Li Zimo to get into trouble because of her.

Li Zimo smiled slightly, his eyes full of confidence and determination.

"Really, Rumei. You don't need to worry about me. My strength is much greater than before, and I don't need to be so timid anymore. Besides, protecting you is my responsibility, and it's something I'm willing to do."

Liu Rumei looked at Li Zimo's gentle and firm eyes, and the emotion and peace of mind in her heart surged like a tide.

She nodded gently, tears streaming down her cheeks again, but this time, they were tears of happiness.

"Thank you, Master Li. Rumei will always be Master Li's."

Her voice was soft, but full of determination and gratitude.

After the two embraced each other warmly for a moment, Li Zimo gently helped Liu Rumei up, his movements full of delicacy and care.

He carefully dressed Liu Rumei, keeping each piece in perfect order.

Liu Rumei also gently returned this care, and also carefully tidied Li Zimo's clothes. The tacit understanding and warmth between the two flowed in this small action.

Then, they set out side by side on the road to Liu Rumei's husband's house.

On the way, Liu Rumei softly introduced Li Zimo to her husband's family situation:

"Mr. Li, my husband's family is a well-known figure in the local area. There are many powerful people in the family. The strongest one is the patriarch who is a fifth-level warrior. He has a strong personality and acts in a domineering manner."

Speaking of this, a trace of worry flashed in Liu Rumei's eyes.

When Li Zimo heard this, a hint of solemnity flashed in his eyes, but more of it was determination.

"Rumei, don't worry. No matter how powerful they are, I will not let you come to any harm. I will use my strength to fight for the dignity and freedom you deserve."

As Liu Rumei listened to Li Zimo's words, a warm feeling surged in her heart.

She looked at Li Zimo gratefully, her heart full of trust and gratitude.

She knew that with Li Zimo by her side, she would no longer be alone no matter what difficulties she faced.