novellhall Chapter 1564 - 1562: Young Master Lan, Yes, I Like You
Chapter 1564 - 1562: Young Master Lan, Yes, I Like You
Qiu Xi’s pupils dilated, her gaze vacant as she looked ahead. It was unclear if she was looking at Lin Fan or Lan Zhengqing; in any case, her eyes were fixed forward.
And standing before Qiu Xi were Lan Zhengqing and Lin Fan.
Lan Zhengqing appeared self-satisfied, with an arrogant, smug expression, convinced that Qiu Xi would certainly succumb to his manipulation.
Lin Fan, however, was downcast and dispirited, his heart pounding anxiously as he carefully watched Qiu Xi, unsure of her choice.
Just as the two awaited Qiu Xi’s answer.
Qiu Xi sighed deeply.
On her face appeared a blush as charming as the evening glow, making her entire face resemble a ripe red apple, tempting one to take a bite.
It worked!
Lan Zhengqing shouted in his heart, believing that this blush represented Qiu Xi’s shyness. Surely, she felt bashful because he acknowledged her as his woman.
Heh, women are so easy to deceive!
A few sweet words and she’s completely taken in.
His woman? Heh, how could a mere lowly and despicable exile become his woman! Daydreaming, a toad wanting to eat swan meat!
Just a dog under his command, yet she dares to dream of becoming his woman.
This dream is rather bold, not considering who she is!
The Water Clan’s son, Lan Zhengqing!
An acknowledged prodigy of the Five Elements Realm, unattainable by anyone!
No matter how beautiful Qiu Xi might be, she is just an exile, incomparable to Lan Zhengqing.
If Qiu Xi truly became his woman, it would cause the entire Five Elements Realm to laugh their heads off, become an eternal joke, embarrassing not only himself but also the Water Clan!
Therefore.
He only spoke a few sweet words insincerely. However, he had to act as if he meant it until Qiu Xi agreed, not letting her see through his facade.
But now, things were about to fall into place!
As long as Qiu Xi spoke, she would surely drive Lin Fan away and return to his side.
His influence over Qiu Xi was far greater than Lin Fan’s!
Moreover, given Qiu Xi’s secret admiration for him, he had even more confidence in his victory. Or rather, a 100% certainty of his win, with Lin Fan standing no chance!
It’s over...
Lin Fan muttered in his heart, his spirit crushed. Qiu Xi’s blush already said it all.
He never imagined that, despite all he had said, it failed to match up to Lan Zhengqing’s ordinary remark, which immediately captured Qiu Xi’s soul.
Now, even though Qiu Xi was looking ahead, he could clearly feel that her gaze was not on him, but on Lan Zhengqing.
To become my woman—what a powerful impact these words had on Qiu Xi.
Who knows how long she had waited for these words, years? Decades? Centuries?
Now that she finally heard them, how could she not be moved, how could she not choose Lan Zhengqing.
Alas...
If this was the case, then he could only find another path to expose Lan Zhengqing’s true face to the Five Elements Realm. The path through Qiu Xi... was blocked...
Even though he was somewhat reluctant, he felt a sense of pity for Qiu Xi.
She was being led around by Lan Zhengqing and didn’t even realize it, and he, too, somewhat aimed to use her.
What a pitiful woman...
Did she understand that choosing Lan Zhengqing would mean the end of her life?
Perhaps.
This was the result she wanted?
Lin Fan felt utterly helpless, yet powerless to change anything. He couldn’t forcibly change Qiu Xi’s mind; she was a living person, not an obedient animal...
Forget it...
Enough...
Lin Fan shook his head helplessly. This was Lan Zhengqing’s territory after all; it made sense for Qiu Xi to listen to him. He was merely trying to snatch food from the jaws of a tiger, and failing wasn’t Lan Zhengqing’s fault.
He gave Qiu Xi a resentful yet helpless glance, without saying a word, leaving the decision to her.
What use was there in saying more?
But Lan Zhengqing clearly didn’t think that way, seeing victory within his grasp, he had to solidify his victory.
"Qiu Xi, you know, I’ve always been watching over you, otherwise, I wouldn’t have made you the Commander of the Ice Cicada Sect. This is my recognition of you, my admiration for you. Although I hadn’t previously considered your feelings, from now on, I will never neglect them again. I will wholeheartedly treat you, look after you, cherish you. Trust me, I will certainly be good to you!"
"Qiu Xi, aren’t you happy? Soon, you can become my woman! I won’t care about the exile status anymore, to hell with being an exile! I don’t give a damn! I also won’t care about the eyes of the world, let those mundane people laugh at me if they want! I don’t care, I only care about you, only want to fulfill your wish, to make you my woman."
One must admit.
Lan Zhengqing’s words were indeed quite moving, even making Lin Fan feel rather uncomfortable.
Damn it!
Where did this guy learn such a trick? His words were flawlessly convincing, reaching the pinnacle of deceiving young girls!
Completely different from the previous impression of a reckless fool.
Truly bewildering.
Inexperienced young girls were most keen to hear such words; seemingly heartfelt words yet hidden with lethal traps. But his carefree demeanor seemed genuinely sincere.
Yet these young girls couldn’t distinguish between honeyed words and true sincerity.
Sometimes, the more heartfelt, the more it’s a fabrication. Sometimes, the more carefree, the more it’s sincere.
For Qiu Xi, this was truly too difficult.
If Lin Fan said nothing, he’d be at a great disadvantage. But he didn’t know what to say at that moment; after all, Qiu Xi and Lan Zhengqing had a foundation, and if she chose Lan Zhengqing, it would be understandable.
But for some reason, the thought of Qiu Xi choosing that wretched Lan Zhengqing made him extremely displeased.
Extremely displeased!
"Qiu Xi, make your own choice."
Lin Fan, resigned, could only casually utter a few words, displaying an appearance of having given up.
As expected.
Qiu Xi didn’t even glance at Lin Fan, still staring blankly ahead.
He couldn’t help but sigh deeply, shaking his head helplessly.
This perhaps truly was fate!
The next moment.
Without warning!
Qiu Xi drew a sharp breath, suddenly coming back to her senses, her gaze darting back and forth, looking at Lin Fan and then at Lan Zhengqing, alternating between the two.
Ultimately.
Her gaze rested on Lan Zhengqing, and Lin Fan’s heart instantly sank, feeling worse than losing a love.
Lan Zhengqing, on the other hand, was ecstatically joyful, almost jumping with delight, wildly celebrating!
"Qiu Xi, I knew it! I knew you’d definitely choose..."
Yet before Lan Zhengqing could finish, Qiu Xi interrupted him with a slight smile.
"Lan, indeed, I like you."
Some rejoiced, some grieved.
Lan Zhengqing jumped three feet high, as if shedding the power of the Ghostly Underworld’s storm, giving Lin Fan a moment’s respite.
"Qiu Xi, you’re my woman! From now on, you are my woman! Come over, I’ll protect you!"
He reached out his hand, swallowing with excitement, stepping towards Qiu Xi.
And Lin Fan shook his head helplessly, always feeling a scorching gaze occasionally directed at him.
He suddenly turned back, only to find Qiu Xi staring at him intently, eyes filled with laughter.