The Empress bit her lips lightly.
Yes, why would Chen Mo go to such lengths?
If he cared about the title of Martial Arts Champion, he wouldn't have been late at the start, almost missing the examination entirely.
If it's not for fame, there's only one explanation—
For her.
Because of a promise she made, he disregarded his own life!
[I'm not that noble, but once I promise something to someone, I'll uphold it even if it costs my life!]
The deep and determined voice seemed to still echo in her ears; the Empress's gaze was somewhat dazed, and she seemed to faintly see that blood-stained yet extremely radiant smiling face once more.
Previously, under the effects of the Heart-Seeking Incense, Chen Mo had expressed his feelings to her.
But that only represented his heart's truth, not necessarily that he could match his actions to his words. Even those with ambition may hesitate when facing confrontation.
Faced with life and death, how many can truly hold steadfast?
