Chapter 579: A Token from the Past
Seeing that Song Qingshu’s admiration didn’t seem fake, Zhao Min felt a surge of pride. However, she maintained a cold expression, curling her lips disdainfully. “Why should I rack my brains to help you save your lover?”
Song Qingshu was immediately frustrated. “I’ve told you before, stop calling her my lover. Besides, most of the reason why Li Mochou ended up like this is because of you. If she dies without treatment, wouldn’t you regret abandoning her and feel a pang of guilt?”
Zhao Min’s expression turned frosty. “Since I’m already labeled a demoness by the people of the Central Plains, naturally, my hands are stained with blood. Do you think I would feel guilty over a stranger?”
Song Qingshu was stunned, suddenly realizing that the beautiful woman before him was still, at her core, the Mongolian princess who could manipulate and destroy with ease, treating human life as insignificant as grass. Attempting to persuade her with morality was indeed foolish.
“Fine, let me give you another reason,” Song Qingshu said after some thought. He pulled out a small object from his robe and opened his palm in front of Zhao Min. It was a delicate earring pendant. “Last time, I saved you, and you gave me this as a token, promising to do something for me in the future…”
Before he could finish, Zhao Min frowned and interrupted, “What, you plan to use that promise to save Li Mochou?”
“Yes.” Song Qingshu nodded.
“Not happening!” Zhao Min’s face turned icy as she flatly refused.
“A gentleman keeps his word. I’ve been honest with you, yet why would you treat me like this?” Song Qingshu couldn’t help feeling displeased.