Chapter 195 The Truth
Sanya lowered her head and fiddled with the teacup, "There is one."
Feng Lan's heart tightened. "Who is it?"
"It's just stone."
San Ya's voice was as soft as a mosquito's hum. "But he's studying in the capital now, and I don't know when he'll be back."
Feng Lan felt heartbroken when she saw her daughter's shy look.
"Girl, you can't force relationships. What if he has other plans?"
"No."
San Ya raised her head with determination in her eyes, "I believe him. He said he would wait for me, and I am willing to wait for him."
Feng Lan opened her mouth, wanting to say something but swallowed it back.
What could she say? Tell her daughter that Shitou had been given a marriage? Wouldn't that break her heart?
"Mom, what's wrong with you? Why do you look so bad?" San Ya asked with concern.
"Nothing, maybe I didn't sleep well last night."
Feng Lan forced a smile and said, "Let's go back."
At this moment, a familiar voice came from behind: "Miss San Ya?"
The mother and daughter turned around and saw that it was Li Xing.
"Mr. Li? Why are you here?" San Ya stood up in surprise.
Li Xing walked over quickly and said, "Brother Su and I came here together, but something happened on the way and we were delayed for a day. I heard that you were in Jinzhou, so I came to see you."
Feng Lan's heart skipped a beat.
Li Xing and Wen Bin came together? Doesn't that mean he also knows about the stone?
"Mr. Li, Wenbin has already gone back." Feng Lan said tentatively.
"I know. I just met him at the city gate."
Li Xing nodded, "He asked me to give his regards."
San Ya said happily, "Since you're here, it's a good opportunity for you to accompany us for a stroll. I'm not very familiar with Jinzhou yet."
Li Xing looked at Feng Lan and saw her nod slightly, so he agreed.
The three of them wandered around the city together, with Li Xing telling some interesting stories from time to time, and the atmosphere was quite relaxed.
Feng Lan watched from the side, her heart growing heavier.
In the evening, the three of them had dinner in a tavern.
Feng Lan made an excuse that she had to go back to deal with some things, leaving the space to Li Xing and San Ya.
"Mr. Li, what brings you to Jinzhou this time?" San Ya asked curiously.
Li Xing put down his wine glass and said, "Actually, I came here specifically to see you."
Sanya was stunned for a moment, "Looking for me?"
"Saya, I have something to tell you."
Li Xing took a deep breath and said, "I have liked you for a long time."
Sanya almost dropped the chopsticks in her hand, "Mr. Li, you..."
"I know this is sudden, but I don't want to hide it anymore."
Li Xing looked into her eyes and said, "From the first time I saw you, I was attracted to you. You are smart, capable, kind and brave. You are the best girl I have ever met."
San Ya's face turned red like a ripe apple. "Mr. Li, please don't say that. I treat you as a good friend."
"Just friends?"
Li Xing smiled bitterly, "I know you have someone else in your heart."
Sanya lowered her head and said, "I'm sorry, I..."
"Is it a stone?" Li Xing said directly.
San Ya suddenly raised her head, her eyes full of surprise.
Li Xing looked at her reaction and became more certain.
"Saya, there are some things you should know."
"What's the matter?" San Ya had a bad feeling.
Li Xing hesitated for a moment, then finally spoke: "Shi Tou won the first place in the imperial examination this year, and the Emperor has granted him a marriage with the Third Princess. The imperial decree has already been issued."
The color drained from Sanya's face instantly. "What did you say?"
"The imperial decree has been issued."
Li Xing repeated, "Shitou now lives in a small courtyard outside Shangjing and doesn't see anyone."
San Ya sat there blankly, and the teacup in her hand fell to the ground at some point, making a crisp cracking sound.
"Saya?" Li Xing called out worriedly.
San Ya suddenly stood up and stumbled out.
Li Xing hurriedly chased after her, but San Ya had already disappeared in the crowd.
Feng Lan waited at her residence for a long time, only to see Li Xing return with a grim expression.
"Where is San Ya?" Feng Lan asked hurriedly.
"She ran away."
Li Xing lowered his head guiltily, "I'm sorry, I shouldn't have told her."
Feng Lan sighed, "She'll find out sooner or later. She can't hide it. Did you see which direction she went?"
"West of the city, by the dock."
Feng Lan and Chen Kangbo immediately went to look for San Ya separately, but they couldn't find any trace of her after searching for a whole night.
At this time, San Ya was squatting on a small hill outside the city, hugging her knees and looking at the lights in the distance.
My tears have dried up long ago, but my heart still hurts so much.
She remembered what Shitou said before he left, the promise in his eyes, and how long she had been waiting.
The night wind blew, bringing a bit of coolness.
San Ya tightened her clothes, feeling empty inside and not knowing where to go.
It was just dawn. Feng Lan and Chen Kangbo had been searching outside the city all night and were both exhausted.
Li Xing also searched for half the night, his face full of guilt.
"It's all my fault. I shouldn't have told her so directly." Li Xing regretted it deeply.
Feng Lan waved her hand, "You'll know about this sooner or later. It's not your fault."
Chen Kangbo panted beside him, "Where could this girl go? We've searched everywhere in and outside the city."
As he was speaking, footsteps were heard in the distance.
The three of them looked back and saw San Ya walking slowly towards them. Her clothes were stained with dew and her hair was a little messy, but her expression was surprisingly calm.
"Saya!"
Feng Lan rushed over and asked, "Where have you been? You scared me to death!"
"Just sat outside the city."
San Ya said calmly, "I was thinking about something."
Li Xing stepped forward, "Saya, what happened yesterday..."
"It doesn't matter."
Sanya interrupted him, "You are just telling the truth."
Feng Lan looked at her daughter carefully and felt that she was too calm, which made her worry.
After returning to her residence, San Ya washed up, changed into clean clothes, and looked no different from usual.
"Mom, aren't you going to discuss cooperation with those bosses these days? I'll go with you."
Sanya sat at the table and said in a relaxed tone, "It just so happens that I also want to take a look at the business environment in Jinzhou."
Feng Lan was stunned for a moment, "Girl, you don't have to force yourself."
"I didn't force it."
Sanya smiled and said, "Business still needs to be done, life still needs to go on. Should I cut off my own path just because of one person?"
Chen Kangbo watched from the side, feeling extremely distressed. "Girl, if you want to cry, just cry. Holding it in is not good for your health."
"Dad, I'm not a child anymore."
San Ya poured herself a cup of tea and said, "You can't force feelings. I understand this."
Li Xing sat aside, feeling even more uncomfortable when he saw San Ya pretending to be relaxed.
"Saya, actually..."
"Mr. Li, I heard everything you said yesterday."
Sanya looked at him and said, "I appreciate your kindness, but right now I just want to focus on business. We can talk about love later."
Li Xing opened his mouth and finally nodded.
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