Chapter 6 The Return of My Fellow Disciples
He wore a well-tailored black haute couture suit, every inch of fabric exuding understated luxury, perfectly outlining his broad shoulders and narrow waist.
The light cast a soft shadow on his sharply defined face, a face that was stunningly handsome yet terrifyingly cold.
He had a high, straight nose, thin, tightly pursed lips, and a jawline as sharp as if carved by a knife. His eyes, in particular, were as deep as a cold pool, devoid of any warmth. Even a casual glance from them carried a sense of oppressive power, a kind of indifference and majesty from someone who had long held a high position.
If an ordinary person were to meet such a gaze, they would probably be so frightened that their legs would go weak and they would be unable to speak properly.
But at this moment, those eyes that could freeze everything melted miraculously the instant they saw her.
As the ice and snow melted, only an indescribable, almost...gentle emotion remained.
Yes, gentle!
Using this word to describe him is simply a fantasy.
But it really happened.
She froze completely, her mind going blank.
Lu Lie!
How did he end up here?
Before she could recover from her shock, Lu Lie had already made his move.
He stepped forward, stretched out his long arm, and pulled her forcefully and tightly into his arms.
The sound of the door slamming shut shut out the outside world.
His embrace was broad and strong, carrying a reassuring warmth and a faint scent of pine, instantly enveloping her.
His grip was so strong that it hurt her bones, yet strangely, it gave her an unprecedented sense of security.
A large, well-defined hand gently stroked her soft hair, sliding from the top to the ends with incredibly gentle movements.
He didn't say anything.
But she felt that this silent embrace contained a thousand words.
Those suppressed longings, those unspoken waits, those unspeakable worries.
It's been three years.
We haven't seen each other for three whole years.
"Niannian, I'm back." His deep voice sounded above her head, with a slight, barely perceptible hoarseness. "Three years is such a long time."
Three years felt like an eternity to him.
Only after her absurd marriage, which was merely a contract, ended, did he dare to slowly approach her.
"From now on, I will never let anyone bully you again." His voice was firm and resolute, carrying an unquestionable promise.
Her nose suddenly stung, and her eyes instantly welled up with tears.
She broke free from his embrace, not out of resistance, but simply because she needed some space to breathe.
She lowered her head, turned, and walked towards the kitchen. "Would you... like something to drink?"
"The same as always," Lu Lie's voice followed her.
She skillfully identified the coffee beans, ground them, and brewed them.
Every movement was ingrained in his very being. This coffee was also Fu Beichen's favorite.
Unfortunately, he never drank the coffee she made.
Soon, a fragrant cup of hand-drip coffee was handed to Lu Lie.
He took it; the bone china cup was at just the right temperature.
He lowered his head and took a small sip.
Hmm, it's both bitter and mellow, with a subtle sweet aftertaste.
It was the beans she always used, her unique brewing method, and a familiar taste etched deep in his memory.
"Why...did you suddenly come back?" She finally raised her head, her voice still a little unsteady, and asked cautiously.
Lu Lie put down his coffee cup, which made a crisp sound as it collided with the table.
He looked up at her, a faint smile curving his lips, a smile that carried a hint of mockery and an air of domineering confidence.
"What? You've completely forgotten our bet after just three years?"
A bet?
Her heart skipped a beat, and fragments of memories that had been deliberately sealed away began to surface.
"Of course I've come back to pick you up." Lu Lie leaned forward slightly, his gaze fixed intently on her eyes, his powerful aura instantly enveloping her. "Waiting for you to return to the world of martial arts."
Back in action...
These four words were like a thunderclap, exploding in her mind.
“Then,” he paused, his voice deep and magnetic, each word striking her heart, “join me and stand together once again at the pinnacle of this world.”
She was completely stunned.
My heart felt like it was being squeezed tightly by something, both sore and swollen.
She instinctively tried to force a smile and say something witty to mask the turmoil in her emotions.
For example, "Dude, are you still suffering from this chuunibyou (middle school syndrome)?"
Or, "The wind is too strong at the top of the world, and I'm afraid of the cold."
But she failed.
The corners of her mouth had barely moved when tears began to uncontrollably stream down her face.
Big, big lumps hit the back of my hand.
Scalding hot!
Lu Lie is her senior.
Back then, she was studying for her doctorate abroad, all alone. He was like a true older brother, taking care of her in every way and protecting her from the storms of life.
He was also her most compatible partner.
Together, they spent countless days and nights in the laboratory, and finally, she derived the "equation" that was enough to change the world.
But it was at that time that she chose to... retire.
She married a man she had only met a few times, and reluctantly agreed to his three-year marriage commitment.
Nobody understood her.
Everyone thought she was crazy.
Including Lu Lie.
He was so angry he almost overturned the table, but in the end he only gave her a deep look, made a three-year bet, and then turned and left to go overseas to expand his territory.
She, however, completely disappeared from everyone's sight.
These past three years have been... peaceful, but also very depressing for her.
Like a bird with broken wings, trapped in a gilded cage.
Now, the cage door is open.
And the person who once soared alongside her has returned.
With an undeniable force, he was determined to take her back to the skies.
Only she knew that some things had to be done.
He didn't dare wipe away her tears, afraid he wouldn't be able to hold back... He just said lightly, "N God's tears are precious, don't waste them. Change your clothes, I'll take you out to eat, you've gotten so thin."
Gu Xingnian nodded and walked into the master bedroom.
Fifteen minutes later, Lu Lie and Gu Xingnian went downstairs together.
A fleet of luxury cars was already parked downstairs. Lu Lie opened the car door and rode with her.
He loved the faint fragrance she carried; having her by his side felt like having the whole world.
Half an hour later, they arrived at the Nanrong Club.
The car door opened, revealing a handsome smiling face. "Senior Sister."
When Gu Xingnian got out of the car, her junior brothers and sisters bowed respectfully, saying, "Welcome back, Senior Sister."
Gu Xingnian looked at them with surprise and delight. These were all familiar faces, her partners who had fought alongside her. "You're all back?"
Feng Jun stepped forward and affectionately took Gu Xingnian's arm. "Senior Sister, we missed you so much! Fortunately, Senior Brother was kind enough to let us come back together. Firstly, we can spend time with you, and secondly, we can successfully hold our Global Medical Summit."
Cheng Xinyao stepped forward and hooked her arm around hers, giving her a sweet smile. "Yes, with Senior Sister here, we don't have to be slaves to our parents every day. Senior Brother is very strict with us."
"Little girl, you're becoming more and more womanly. You're not the crybaby you used to be."
Gu Xingnian pinched her pretty little face.
Lu Lie cast a sharp glance his way, and Feng Jun quickly released his grip, his heart trembling.
How scary!
Lu Lie parted his thin lips slightly, "Let's go in!"
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