Chapter Thirty-Seven: First Sleep Proposes Breakup
It was here that Qingyan chased away Zhao Chenyu, who had come to cause trouble.
The feelings I had during this period were genuine.
She couldn't deny that she had fallen for Xiao Qingyan and even had the idea of being together with him forever.
Xu Chumian felt a lump in her throat.
That's wrong.
Xiao Qingyan is the second son of Prince Ding. He has his own career and family... Perhaps one day he will return to the North.
All she wanted was to live peacefully with Mu Mu.
Hearing footsteps behind her, Xu Chumian felt as if her throat was being choked, unable to speak.
After a long while, she took a deep breath and slowly said:
"Qingyan, you should go."
Xiao Qingyan refused. He turned Xu Chumian around, leaned forward slightly, and stared intently at the woman's face.
"Chu Mian, I admit that hiding my identity was my mistake. I... I was just afraid you wouldn't be able to accept it. I originally wanted to find a suitable opportunity to tell you—"
Xu Chumian held back the tears welling up in her eyes.
"Qingyan, I'm sorry."
Xiao Qingyan's eyes reddened: "Chumian, don't say sorry. It's not your fault, it's my fault. You can hit me or scold me, just don't let me leave."
Xu Chumian shook her head, her tone firm: "I've made up my mind. I will move this shop back to you as soon as possible."
After a pause, Xu Chuming looked into the man's reddened eyes, her tone surprisingly calm:
"Furthermore, the country is now at peace and prosperous, and your father is a brave and skilled warrior guarding the border. You... must live well."
Xiao Qingyan frowned. Chu Mian seemed to be implying something, but how could she possibly know...?
Xiao Qingyan took it as an accidental remark. His eyes were red as he stared intently at Xu Chumian, a sense of unease hidden deep within them.
"Chu Mian, I won't agree. This isn't something you can decide on your own..."
"Also, I won't leave the capital, I won't go to the north. Just let me stay by your side, okay?"
Xiao Qingyan was at a loss for words as he tried to explain, while Xu Chumian clenched her palms and silently apologized to Xiao Qingyan once again.
Xiao Qingyan is a good person, but no one can predict the future. The road ahead is treacherous, and she no longer has the courage to try again.
One wrong move and you'll drag Mu Mu down into the abyss.
"Qingyan, let's call it quits."
Xiao Qingyan shuddered and gripped the woman's shoulders.
"This is fake, isn't it, Chumian? You're lying to me."
"I promise you, I will not leave the capital."
Xu Chumian had tears in her eyes, but she never said anything to try to stop her.
Xiao Qingyan slowly straightened up, his handsome face filled with disappointment and sadness.
Xu Chuming hardened her heart and said again, "You will meet other, better women."
Xiao Qingyan let out a laugh, "No, there won't be anyone else."
"Chumian, we were both too impulsive today. Calm down and think about it for a while, okay? Don't sentence me to death right away."
"Besides, you should have the opportunity to correct your mistakes."
Xu Chumian stood frozen in place, tears streaming down her cheeks.
"Qingyan, I..."
Before Xu Chumian could speak, Xiao Qingyan embraced her and placed a kiss on her forehead.
"Chu Mian, don't give up on me so quickly, please wait a little longer, okay?"
Xu Chumian was speechless.
There were people calling Xiao Qingyan ahead.
Xiao Qingyan soothed her back, "Chumian, I won't force you, take your time to think it over."
After Xiao Qingyan left the backyard, other customers entered the shop one after another. Only then did he notice Zhao Nai, who was still guarding the shop.
Zhao Nai was previously just Zhao Yu's secret guard.
Xiao Qingyan did not recognize him.
Who are you?
Zhao Nai explained expressionlessly, "Miss Xu's bodyguard."
Xiao Qingyan narrowed his eyes and sized up Zhao Nai for a moment. He was a trained martial artist with considerable skill.
When did Chu Mian meet this person?
Xiao Qingyan had no recollection of it at all.
Zhao Nai stood ramrod straight and said no more.
Xiao Qingyan's mind was in turmoil, guessing it was because of the days he was away from home.
When Xu Chumian needed him most, he wasn't there for her.
Even though he was reluctant, Xiao Qingyan could only leave with bitterness.
In the backyard, Xu Chumian stood still for a long time.
Suddenly, a dark figure appeared in front of her.
Zhao Yu looked down at him, his tone unreadable, "Why are you crying?"
Xu Chumian immediately looked up and took a step back like a frightened bird.
Upon seeing this, Zhao Yu's eyes turned cold.
Am I scary?
Xu Chumian pursed her lips, "What are you doing here?"
Zhao Yu pulled her over and gently wiped away her tears.
Xu Chumian refused and struggled to push Zhao Yu's hand away.
"Let go of me, I can do it myself."
Zhao Yu lowered his eyes and stared at her, his deep gaze leaving Xu Chumian nowhere to hide her thoughts.
Xu Chumian was disgusted by the way Zhao Yu had seen through her. She said coldly, "You should leave now."
Zhao Yu slightly lifted his eyelids, casually shifted his gaze, and strolled around the backyard.
"I haven't had lunch yet."
Xu Chumian frowned. "Then go to the restaurant, go back to the Zhao family. What are you doing here?"
Zhao Yu gradually pursed his lips.
"Of course, you'll dine with me."
As soon as she finished speaking, Xu Chumian stared wide-eyed in disbelief.
"What if someone sees us?"
Seeing Xu Chumian's expression, a shadow fell over Zhao Yu's eyes.
"So what if you see it? Are you that afraid Xiao Qingyan will misunderstand?"
Xu Chumian resisted the urge to slap Zhao Yu.
"Gossip is a fearsome thing. You may not care, but I do."
Xu Chumian didn't want to talk to Zhao Yu anymore. She planned to go to the shop in front, but Zhao Yu grabbed her wrist.
"I said, you'd have a meal with me."
Before Xu Chumian could even speak, Zhao Yu had already carried her over the wall using his light-footed skills.
Xu Chumian was so angry she almost fainted.
"Zhao Yu, you're a scoundrel!"
Zhao Yu, with a sullen face, pulled Xu Chumian and walked out.
They were currently in a narrow alley, with a bustling main street in front of them and a deserted area behind them.
Zhao Yu half-carried, half-pulled Xu Chumian along the way, heading towards the back of the alley.
Before long, the all-black carriage stopped in front of them.
Zhao Yu bent down and carried the person into the carriage.
The disparity in strength between men and women, coupled with the familiar layout of the carriage, quickly pulled Xu Chumian back to yesterday.
She gripped the car wall behind her tightly, her face wary, afraid that Zhao Yu might do something else to her.
Zhao Yu stared at him coldly for a moment, then looked away and closed his eyes, pretending to sleep.
Xu Chumian felt heavy-hearted and didn't want to be upset, so she simply turned her body to the side, so that her back was to Zhao Yu.
Behind him, Zhao Yu slowly opened his eyes, his gaze unfathomable.
We shouldn't push Xu Chumian too hard.
Chu Mian will forget Xiao Qingyan sooner or later; there's no need for him to rush.
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