Su Miao looked up, her heart pounding, and a hint of surprise in her eyes.

Chen Changji's voice was deep and resonant as he stared intently at her, pulling her into his arms with one hand.

Perhaps because of the recent heavy rain, the sultry heat poured into the room through the window, mingling with the smell of damp earth after the rain, making the atmosphere even more oppressive.

Su Miao involuntarily lowered her eyes, avoiding looking at Shen Changji.

"To be a concubine? I don't want to."

"Would you be willing to stay by my side for the rest of your life as my wife?"

"No matter what happens, you won't leave me?"

His deep, hoarse voice, hidden in the darkness of the night, added a touch of danger.

He gripped her arm tighter, his warm breath hitting her ear.

Su Miao never expected that Shen Changji would say such a thing.

Somewhat unexpected, and also somewhat...

She bit her lip, concealing her emotions well, and smiled slightly.

"What? General Shen, have you fallen for me?"

As she spoke, her bright, fox-like eyes tilted slightly upwards as she looked at Shen Changji with interest, observing his expression.

To be honest, she was having some trouble sorting out her thoughts.

He had just agreed to live with Liu Jiaojiao today, and now he suddenly appeared here tonight.

Do you like it?

Who would believe this if I told them?

Su Miao gave Shen Changji two seconds, but he didn't answer. Her smile deepened.

"I know I'm good-looking, prettier than Liu Jiaojiao."

General Shen is really unfair. He only let them move in today, how come all of a sudden... Oh, I see, they all like the feeling of sneaking around.

Upon hearing this, Shen Changji pressed down on her shoulders and pushed her against the wall, his tall figure looming over her.

He thought of that portrait, and then of Pei Yu…

He couldn't help but sneer inwardly.

"Is that the kind of person you think I am?"

"Otherwise what? How could you possibly like someone as frivolous as me? It's all just wishful thinking on my part!"

Su Miao threw back the words Shen Changji had said earlier.

Because she was a little unsteady on her feet, Su Miao couldn't help but grab Shen Changji's sleeve.

Just then, the servant's voice came from outside the door.

"Miss, General Mo asked me to bring you some calming ginger soup."

Mo Lin was worried that Su Miao and Xie Qin hadn't slept well because they had come back so late and it had rained for so long. So he had someone bring her some things.

But he did not expect that Shen Changji would appear at Su Miao’s residence so late at night.

Just then, this sound broke the brief silence in the room.

Upon hearing these words, Shen Changji's expression instantly changed.

Su Miao pushed him away and opened the door.

"Give it to me."

Upon seeing this, the servant respectfully handed over the items.

Shen Changji stared at the food box in Su Miao's hand, his eyes revealing a coldness.

What is your relationship with Mo Lin?

"Mo Lin and I are not related by blood, and I don't like him. I just treat him like an older brother. Our relationship before was not as complicated as you think."

Are you satisfied, General Shen?

Su Miao blurted out everything in one breath.

"Does he live near you?" Shen Changji asked again.

"Didn't you also let Liu Jiaojiao live in your mansion?"

"Then why didn't you say so before?"

Upon hearing this, Su Miao truly felt that Shen Changji was out of his mind.

"That's because you don't trust me, you always think there's something going on between me and him!"

As Su Miao spoke, she couldn't help but chuckle self-deprecatingly.

She found it somewhat ironic to say those words.

"Su Miao, angering me will do you no good."

Shen Changji felt a heavy weight in his heart, and his eyes were dark and gloomy.

"oh!"

As she spoke, Su Miao suddenly became agitated and smashed the porcelain cup in her hand without hesitation.

"So? You're going to team up with Liu Jiaojiao to deal with me?"

Su Miao's face was very displeased, and her tone revealed a hint of anger.

Shen Changji said, "She certainly has her faults, and I will make my own decision."

Su Miao scoffed coldly, her eyes slightly reddening.

The so-called decision... isn't it just about marrying her?

Su Miao looked at Shen Changji's expressionless face, and a sarcastic smile appeared on her lips.

She stumbled backward, her slender body appearing exceptionally frail.

Shen Changji noticed that Su Miao's expression was off. His eyes darkened, and he was about to go up to her when Su Miao directly rebuked him.

"Don't come any closer!"

After saying that, a surge of sadness welled up inside her, causing her to lean on the table next to her and dry heave.

Upon seeing this, Shen Changji rushed forward and, the moment he touched Su Miao, she struggled fiercely.

"Don't touch...me!"

He remained silent and refused to give in, pulling her directly into his arms.

Su Miao was in a state of extreme emotional distress and her movements were out of control. Shen Changji hardened his heart and pulled her into his arms.

Because of the instability, the table next to her accidentally brushed against the back of Su Miao's hand.

The pain gradually calmed her down, but she still felt some resistance.

Don't get hurt because of her, it's not worth it.

"Wait a little longer; she will get her just desserts for the harm she caused you."

Shen Changji held Su Miao's hand and coaxed her in a soft voice.

He pressed his head against her cheek, gently... trying to soothe her emotions.

Su Miao gradually relaxed and nestled weakly into Chen Changji's arms.

"I'll apply the medicine for you."

As he spoke, Shen Changji picked her up and placed her on the couch, then took something to bandage her wounds.

Fortunately, the wound wasn't deep... it just left a little blood on his white nightgown.

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