The next morning, the sun shone into the city streets. Qin Mu got up early as usual, ready to explore more mysteries of the world. However, just as he walked out of the apartment, his cell phone rang, and a familiar name popped up on the screen - Xiaoyun. Qin Mu frowned slightly, feeling a little confused. He had said goodbye to her last night, but he didn't expect her to contact him again today.

"Good morning, Mr. Qin! Can I see you again today? I have something to tell you." Xiaoyun's voice on the other end of the phone was a little nervous and uneasy.

Qin Mu thought for a moment. Although he had no intention of continuing to be involved with her, he could see that this might be the last knot in her heart. So he nodded and agreed: "Okay, where shall we meet?"

"It's still the same restaurant as yesterday. I'll wait for you at the old place." Xiaoyun's voice was filled with some anticipation.

After hanging up the phone, Qin Mu rushed to the agreed place at an unhurried pace. In the restaurant, Xiaoyun had already been waiting at a window seat. She had dressed up carefully today, wearing a simple long dress, with her hair simply tied up and light makeup on her face, making her look particularly fresh and beautiful.

Qin Mu walked into the restaurant and when he saw her, he understood something. Xiaoyun's eyes were filled with mixed emotions, some nervousness, some shyness, and some determination, as if she had made some important decision.

"Mr. Qin, you're here." Xiaoyun stood up with a slightly restrained smile on her face.

Qin Mu nodded, sat down and asked calmly, "What do you want to talk to me about?"

Xiaoyun bit her lip and lowered her head to think for a while, as if she was thinking about how to speak. She took a deep breath, raised her head, and looked directly at Qin Mu, her eyes full of seriousness: "Mr. Qin, actually I came to you today because I have something to tell you. Maybe this is a little abrupt for you, but for me, after I went back last night, I thought about it for a long time. If I don't say it now, I'm afraid I will regret it."

Qin Mu's expression remained unchanged. He just looked at her quietly, waiting for her to continue.

Xiaoyun's voice was trembling, but she still mustered up the courage and continued, "I know you are a very special person, and your world is completely different from mine. But since the first time we met, your care and help for me, and even helping me to untie the knot in my heart last night, all of this made me understand that your place in my heart has become very important. I once lost myself because of an unworthy person, but now I find that what really makes me want to follow is people like you."

At this point, her eyes were already full of tears, but she held back the tears and didn't let them fall. Her voice was low but firm: "I have fallen in love with you, Mr. Qin. Maybe this feeling is very insignificant to you, maybe you have already seen through the feelings of the world, but to me, this is a sincere feeling. I tossed and turned last night, thought a lot, and finally decided to confess to you. No matter what the result is, I want you to know."

Qin Mu did not respond immediately. He just looked at Xiaoyun quietly. There was no boredom or surprise in his eyes, but a deep calmness. He knew that Xiaoyun's inner feelings were real, but he also understood that this feeling was more because she grasped his "life-saving straw" in extreme pain, not true love.

Seeing that Qin Mu remained silent for a long time, Xiaoyun became more and more uneasy. She bit her lower lip and tears finally fell uncontrollably: "I know that this kind of feeling may bother you, but I really want to tell you that even if this is just my wishful thinking, I will not regret it."

Qin Mu sighed softly, his eyes still showing that gentle expression. He spoke slowly, his voice as gentle as the spring breeze: "Xiao Yun, I appreciate your sincerity and understand your feelings now. But you have to know that feelings cannot be built on temporary dependence and gratitude. You feel more like gratitude and trust towards me, rather than true love."

Xiaoyun looked at Qin Mu with tears in her eyes. She understood what he said, but she still couldn't let go of her emotions. "But I really don't want to miss you. I don't know what kind of person I will meet in the future, but I know that people like you are too rare in my world. I don't want to leave any regrets."

Qin Mu smiled faintly, his voice gentle and persuasive: "I can understand your thoughts, but you should understand that I am not the person you really need. My path is destined to be lonely and continuous, and what you need is someone who can accompany you, understand you, and live with you in the real world. Not someone like me who will eventually leave and cannot stay."

Xiaoyun choked up and said, "I understand that you have your own world and mission, but I still want to ask, if there were no such barriers, would you consider me?"

Qin Mu shook his head slightly, his tone still gentle but firm: "Relationships should never be based on assumptions and conditions. You have the right to pursue happiness, but you should not indulge yourself in impossible fantasies. You must learn to transform this feeling into inner strength to embrace a life that is more suitable for you in the future, rather than being entangled in a relationship that is doomed to be fruitless."

Xiaoyun finally wiped away the tears from her eyes, took a deep breath, suppressed the loss in her heart, and nodded slowly: "You are right, I may be too obsessed with the feelings in front of me, and ignore the wider world in the future."

Seeing that she had calmed down a little, Qin Mu continued, "You have already taken a step forward, which is not easy. True love needs time and fate to settle, and you still have a long way to go. In the future, there will definitely be someone more suitable for you by your side."

Xiaoyun looked at Qin Mu deeply. Although she still felt a little reluctant, she knew that what Qin Mu said was right. Instead of struggling in this relationship that was destined to have no result, it was better to bury this emotion in her heart and use it as a driving force to move forward.

She wiped away her tears and smiled bitterly: "Mr. Qin, thank you for responding to me so sincerely. Although I feel very uncomfortable, I will try my best to let go of this feeling and find my future."

Qin Mu nodded slightly, with an encouraging look in his eyes: "Don't feel sorry for this, every experience is a part of growth. You are already strong enough, and now it's time to make yourself more independent and confident."

Xiaoyun looked at Qin Mu, and finally bowed deeply, saying sincerely: "No matter what, you are the most important benefactor in my life. You taught me how to face difficulties and pain. Thank you for giving me the courage to stand up again."

Qin Mu looked at her with a smile and said nothing more. He knew that Xiaoyun had taken the most difficult step, and she needed to walk the rest of the way on her own. The city was still bustling with traffic and bright lights, but Xiaoyun's heart had become more independent and tenacious.

Soon after, Qin Mu and Xiao Yun parted ways and went their separate ways. Although she still felt a little regretful, she understood that some feelings were destined to exist only in memories, and her future was worth pursuing better.

Qin Mu left the city and decided to relax himself. He chose to go to Mount Tai to experience the magnificence and ancient atmosphere of this famous mountain. Mount Tai has been known as the "first of the Five Mountains" since ancient times. It is majestic and magnificent. It is the place where emperors of all dynasties worship heaven and earth, and it is also a place for literati to seek inspiration. Qin Mu had a faint expectation in his heart. He wanted to feel the power of heaven and earth here and find his own peace and tranquility.

Arriving at the foot of Mount Tai, the sky had just brightened, and the morning light shone through the clouds onto the mountains, as if coating the earth with a layer of golden light. Qin Mu stood at the foot of the mountain, looking up at the layers of mountains that rose straight into the sky, and suddenly felt heroic. He did not choose to take the cable car, but decided to climb step by step along the ancient winding mountain road to experience the traditional mountaineering route.

Qin Mu walked up the stone steps and soon entered the heart of Mount Tai. Surrounded by towering ancient trees, verdant pines and cypresses, the air was filled with a fresh earthy scent. The stone steps under his feet were worn smooth by the years, and many stone walls were engraved with inscriptions and poems by ancient literati, revealing a strong sense of history.

Qin Mu walked while appreciating the surrounding scenery. He passed the famous "Eighteen Bends", which was steep and winding, like a dragon or snake circling in the mountains, bringing considerable challenges to climbers. Although the stone steps were steep, Qin Mu walked steadily and calmly, as if he was walking on flat ground. Other tourists along the way stopped to rest from time to time, panting, and seeing Qin Mu's relaxed appearance, they all cast amazed glances at him.

On the way, they passed the "Nantianmen", where the view was wide, the mountain wind was whistling, and the mountains were rolling and the clouds were lingering on the mountainside, like a fairyland. Many tourists stopped here to take pictures and marveled at the wonders of nature. Qin Mu stood on a huge rock, closed his eyes, quietly felt the mountain wind blowing on his face, and experienced the power of unity between heaven and earth. His state of mind reached an unprecedented calm at this moment.

As they continued to climb, the mountain became steeper and steeper. On both sides of the stone steps, there were quaint Taoist temples and temples. Incense was burning and the sound of bells and chimes could be heard faintly, adding a bit of mystery to the mountains and rivers. Qin Mu walked past an ancient Taoist temple where the Taoists were reciting scriptures devoutly. In the lingering incense, they seemed to resonate with the heaven and earth.

Going further, we arrived at the "Zhongtian Gate", which is an important node leading to Yuhuangding. Although tired, many tourists still insist on climbing to pursue the magnificence of the peak. Qin Mu did not hesitate for a moment and continued to walk upwards. His goal was to stand on the top of Mount Tai and overlook the vast mountains and rivers.

After a difficult climb, Qin Mu finally reached the highest point of Mount Tai - Yuhuangding. The altitude here is more than 1500 meters, and the surrounding mountains are in full view. The clouds are rolling under your feet, as if you are in the sky. The "Bixia Temple" on the top of the mountain is very popular, and many tourists come here to pray for blessings and wishes, praying for peace and harmony.

Qin Mu stood in front of the stone tablet on Yuhuang Peak, overlooking the surroundings, and suddenly felt the vastness of the world in his heart, and his mind suddenly became clear. He closed his eyes and took a deep breath of fresh air, as if absorbing all the spiritual energy of the world into his body. The surrounding noise gradually faded away, and Qin Mu's mind was completely integrated into the world, as if he had become a part of Mount Tai, breathing with nature.

At this moment, a crisp bell rang. Qin Mu looked in the direction of the sound and saw several young climbers not far away. They were joking with each other and walking towards him. Their laughter echoed on the empty mountain top, adding a touch of vitality to this quiet world. Qin Mu smiled faintly, feeling the harmonious coexistence of man and nature in his heart.

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