Why bring her to the Cherry Garden?”
Qi Chenxuan answered seriously: “I just wanted to end things with her in the past. Believe me, I truly love you. Stay, stay by my side, okay?”
“No, I don’t believe it!”
I covered my ears and ran into the rain, no matter how he called me from behind, I stubbornly refused to look back!
The rain grew heavier. I ran out of the Prince’s Mansion, running aimlessly on the street until I was exhausted, finally sitting down on a deserted street.
Why, why say these things when I was preparing to leave? Why does my heart feel shaken?
Fei Xiaoran, you can’t think about anything now, don’t think! That man doesn’t belong to you, this place doesn’t belong to you…
The inn’s lights scattered softly, raindrops hitting my body, bone-chillingly cold. My head grew heavier, and my consciousness gradually became blurry. At the moment of falling, I felt someone embrace me, a feeling somewhat familiar!
Who, who could it be?
That embrace was so warm, inexplicably making me feel at peace!
Leaning against their chest, I quietly closed my eyes, letting them carry me to an unknown place. I believe this is definitely a dream, and when I wake up, everything will no longer exist!
By then, I’ll still be me, that Fei Xiaoran who is about to return to the modern world, who won’t easily believe in men, who won’t casually touch love!
Yes, this must be a dream!
Definitely.
I slowly opened my eyes, feeling extremely dizzy. The scenery before me was strange yet familiar, seeming to have seen it somewhere in my memories, but I couldn’t recall it for a moment!
“You’re awake?”
Suddenly, a familiar voice rang out from the doorway. I looked up in surprise to see Wei Chi standing at the door, holding a bowl of porridge, smiling gently: “I asked the kitchen to prepare your favorite bird’s nest porridge. Come, eat a bit.”
I barely propped myself up, smiling gratefully: “You saved me again?”
Wei Chi shrugged, feigning helplessness: “Yes! I’m becoming your savior. Since you can’t pay me back with money, why not offer yourself instead!”
I rolled my eyes without good humor: “Dream on! Cough, cough…”
Seeing me cough severely, Wei Chi quickly came forward to support me, patting my back and helping me catch my breath: “I was just joking with you, don’t get so excited. You’re about to be promoted from the prince’s side consort to the prince’s wife. How could Wei Chi harbor any fantasies!”
As soon as I heard the words “prince’s wife,” my expression changed immediately, and I hurriedly interrupted him: “What prince’s wife? Don’t talk nonsense!”
Wei Chi’s smile carried a hint of melancholy: “The Crown Prince refused the marriage with the Holy Lady Jing Yue in front of so many people because of you. It’s clear that he really cares about you!”
Why, why isn’t this just a dream?
I shook my head vigorously, explaining in a panic: “He was just momentarily impulsive, speaking nonsense. It can’t be taken seriously! Anyway, thank you for saving me, I should go back now!”
Wei Chi thought I was worried about Qi Chen Xuan and softly tried to reassure me: “You don’t need to hurry. I’ve already sent someone to notify the Crown’s Prince’s residence. You can wait here peacefully for him to come and pick you up!”
I broke free from his hand and quickly stood up: “No need, I have something to do and must leave first!”
Wei Chi immediately asked nervously: “Where are you going?”
I suddenly felt somewhat lost, pursing my lips and shaking my head: “Nothing, just want to walk around casually.”
Wei Chi asked caringly: “Then… shall I accompany you?”
“No!”
I immediately shook my head and refused: “No need. I want to be alone for a moment. Thank you for saving me again last night. If there’s a chance, I’ll repay all the kindness I owe you!”
A gentle breeze blew across my face, stirring the long hair behind me, and my heart suddenly felt much clearer…
Just as I thought I was about to leave, a sudden force pulled me from behind, and I was drawn into a broad chest.
I quickly opened my eyes, looking at him in surprise: “Do you know what you’re saying?”
In front of me, Qi Chenxuan firmly raised his hand: “I, Qi Chenxuan, swear to the heavens that in this lifetime, I will only marry Fei Xiaoran. When I ascend to the throne, the six palaces will have no concubines, only one empress. If I break this oath, may I live a lonely life!”
I stared in disbelief, urgently pulling down his hand: “Qi Chenxuan, have you gone mad?”
No concubines, only one empress…
Such a vow would probably move any woman!
Qi Chenxuan shook his head without hesitation: “I’m not crazy. I let Qinghan go before because I didn’t love deeply or firmly enough. I will never make the same mistake again. I must do everything to keep you, to make you understand my determination!”
All my resistance crumbled in an instant. I thought I could hold firm, not be moved, but my heart involuntarily fell to his oath!
Qi Chenxuan’s black eyes shone with a pleading light, looking at me expectantly: “Give me a chance. Promise to stay by my side. If I can’t keep my promise, you can leave anytime!”
I knew I shouldn’t agree, because losing this time might mean losing everything. But his gaze was so sincere, so eager, that I suddenly couldn’t find a reason to refuse. I involuntarily nodded.
Qi Chenxuan immediately showed a joyful expression, embracing me: “Thank you, Ran’er, thank you for being willing to stay. I will never let you down!”
I don’t know if this is right or wrong. Perhaps the result will only be another heartbreak, but I have to admit, I’ve fallen in love with this man and am willing to bet on him once more!
I unconsciously stepped back, accidentally stepping on a stone, slipping, and falling heavily on the ground, looking utterly embarrassed!
Lan Qiye couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow, hiding the smile at the corner of his mouth, and said with a feigned hurt tone: “Does this king really seem so terrifying that you want to avoid me at all costs?”
I forced a smile, saying: “Your Highness is too serious, Ximo didn’t mean that!”
Lan Qiye gave me a sideways glance and said: “Since you didn’t mean anything, get up quickly! What if someone sees us and thinks I’m bullying you?”
I nodded dumbly and slowly crawled up from the ground.
Seeing me constantly holding my buttocks with a pained expression, Lan Qiye couldn’t help but ask: “Are you okay? Do you want to rest in the pavilion over there?”
“No, no need!”
I immediately shook my head and refused: “Let’s talk about the main issue. What would it take for you to cancel the marriage alliance?”
Lan Qiye finally put away his smile, looking serious: “Yan Ximo, do you really love that guy?”
I bit my lip and gently nodded: “Although I don’t want to admit it, feelings are something one can’t control. So, I’m really sorry!”
“Why are you apologizing?”
A hint of disappointment flashed in Lan Qiye’s handsome eyebrows, staring directly at me: “Is it because you’ve forgotten me, forgotten what I said before?”
This was the first time he used “I” instead of “this king” in front of me.
I opened my mouth, my eyes showing surprise, and then tentatively asked: “Do you… know me?” More accurately, do you know Yan Ximo!
Lan Qiye couldn’t help but shake his head, a mocking smile at the corner of his mouth, speaking dejectedly: “I knew it. You heartless woman, you’ve actually forgotten me!”
Heavens! What is going on?
I had imagined many possibilities about how to handle meeting someone from my past, but I never thought it would be him – the lord of a neighboring country.
I couldn’t help but twist my mouth, laughing awkwardly: “Don’t joke around. You’re the lord of Jing Yue Country, and I’m just a commoner. How could we possibly know each other?”
