"Okay, I understand." Xiao Heye nodded casually, then strode out of the courtyard.
As Xiao Heye stepped out of the mansion gate and was about to get into the carriage, he was stopped by Han Zhou, who had caught up with him in a hurry.
He said to Xiao Heye, "Brother, do you know why we were able to get to where we are today from nothing?"
Han Zhou swallowed hard, his eyes red, and said, "Because we are ruthless enough, ruthless enough to ourselves, and even more ruthless to others... I mind that woman's existence because I'm afraid that one day she will become your weakness."
...
On the way back, Xiao Heye didn't say a word.
He had held a high position for a long time, and whether it was killing or protecting someone, it was always just a matter of his word.
At that time, Han Zhou would never interfere with him, nor would he stop Han Zhou from doing those shady things.
But now, their relationship seems to have undergone a subtle change.
This was the first time Xiao Heye had lied to Han Zhou.
Sometimes, people are just such ridiculous and pathetic beings.
Because a lie can truly protect a person, while the truth cannot.
*
Back at Yelan Pavilion, even though he knew Su Tiyue was lying in his bed, Xiao Heye surprisingly didn't go to his own room to sleep.
Instead, he turned around and went to the west wing to sleep.
He tossed and turned all night, unable to sleep.
What Hanzhou said was not without reason.
Since Su Tiyue appeared, Xiao Heye has repeatedly broken his principles, softened his heart towards her time and time again, and even... softened his heart towards the people around her.
Xiao Heye simply couldn't bear to see her cry in front of him, couldn't bear to see her expression when she was wronged, couldn't bear to see her look scared and terrified...
Every time he saw her gentle, delicate, and tender appearance, Xiao Heye couldn't control himself.
He was completely helpless against her, and could only watch helplessly as he fell deeper and deeper into her trap...
What's the use of having a clear mind sometimes?
As long as Su Tiyue beckons him with her little finger, Xiao Heye would be as obedient as a dog to her.
My mind is clear, but my body is behaving insincerely...
This is the cruelest punishment for those in power and those in control.
He was both clear-headed and succumbed to temptation...
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