Mu Xi recalled the years of being scolded by her family and the orders they had to keep her away from Chu Fan. The helplessness and heartache she felt were still etched in her mind. She knew she was just as helpless back then.
That's why Mu Xi was so happy when Chu Fan summoned her to the palace. She thought it was a fresh start, but she didn't expect the scars in Chu Fan's heart were still unhealed. And today, under Tang Ji's pressure, they were revealed once again.
Mu Xi's heart was filled with regret and self-blame. She wished time could go back to that carefree era. She would make different choices and would not let Chu Fan suffer so much pain.
She longed to heal the wound in Chu Fan's heart, even if it took a lot of effort and time. Mu Xi knew that only Chu Fan's forgiveness could bring true relief to their hearts.
Changsun Pinqing, who knew everything, could only sigh helplessly. She was actually the oldest among them, and she had witnessed the stories between Chu Fan and these women firsthand, and a deep sense of compassion welled up in her heart.
She knew that now was not the time for her to speak out. She could only choose to watch silently and let Chu Fan and Mu Xi face all this alone. Because she knew that if she intervened now, even if they could live together in the future, the shadow of the past would be like an insurmountable chasm, making it difficult for them to truly get close and understand each other.
At the same time, Changsun Pinting showed a completely different attitude. She threw herself into Chu Fan's arms and said to him in a coquettish tone: "Brother Chu Fan, Pinting will never betray you." Although her voice was soft, it was full of firmness and determination.
Chu Fan held Changsun Pinting tightly in his arms, his fingers gently sliding through her soft hair, his eyes revealing an indescribable tenderness. This little girl had always been his most loyal companion, never betraying him.
Maybe it was because the girl was still young, when Mu Xi and other Chu Fan's friends were imprisoned at home, the little girl Changsun Pinting always followed Chu Fan and kept calling "Brother Chu Fan" in her voice. Her voice was full of dependence and trust.
It was thanks to this little girl that Chu Fan didn't completely sink during those difficult years, didn't lose himself in the abyss of loneliness, and didn't collapse under the pressure and responsibility. He persevered until the day he inherited the throne, although he eventually passed away from excessive anger and exhaustion.
But Chu Fan from Blue Star took over his body at that moment and continued to write the story of 'Chu Fan' in this world.
At this moment, Liu Ruyan stood up and looked down at Chu Fan. She said with a hint of joking in her tone, "Aren't you famous for your ability to write martial arts manuals? Then why not try to write a technique that can control people's hearts? That way, you won't have to worry about people betraying you."
Liu Ruyan's words broke the heavy atmosphere, and a spark of hope rekindled in Mu Xi's eyes. She firmly believed that if she could help Chu Fan untie the knot in his heart and make him willing to stay with her, she would do anything. For her, being able to stay by Chu Fan's side was the greatest happiness and satisfaction.
Chu Fan laughed at himself and replied, "How could such a technique exist in this world? If such a technique really existed, wouldn't the monarchs who sit on the throne practice it?
After all, the human heart is the most elusive thing in this world, and the art of political intrigue is even more unfathomable. Even if one controls the entire empire, it is difficult to truly grasp the hearts of the people. If there truly were a way to ensure a person's eternal loyalty, then the emperor would no longer have to worry about betrayal and could confidently delegate power, allowing that person to freely display his talents.
Liu Ruyan then picked up Chu Fan's novel and pointed to a passage. "But look, isn't there a similar plot in your novel? Look at the magical drug called 'Love-Breaking Pill' described here. Isn't it able to control a person's emotions and make them loyal?"
As Chu Fan, Mu Xi, and the other woman lost themselves in memories and became somewhat sad, Liu Ruyan picked up the novel Chu Fan had placed on the table and began to read. After all, she had only recently come into contact with Chu Fan, and she had only heard about his past from hearsay, so she had no say in it.
Although Liu Ruyan had developed a subtle fondness for Chu Fan, she was definitely not deeply infatuated with him, determined to marry him. Instead, she found the conversation between Chu Fan and Mu Xi quite amusing. Even the legendary Emperor of Wei had his share of emotional struggles.
Chu Fan shook his head slightly and said with a wry smile, "Novels are ultimately fictional, a world of imagination. How could such a magical elixir possibly exist in real life?"
A playful glint flashed in Liu Ruyan's eyes. She whispered to Chu Fan, "Would this be difficult for a talented emperor like you? Perhaps you could try to turn these fictional stories into reality and create a unique and unprecedented martial art."
Liu Ruyan's words were like a bright light, illuminating the darkness in the hearts of Mu Xi and other women. Their eyes sparkled with expectations and hopes for the future, as if they had caught a faint but crucial glimmer of dawn in the endless darkness.
Mu Xi and the other women were convinced that Chu Fan's novels were not completely divorced from reality, but rather contained profound truths and wisdom. They discovered through reading these novels that many of the plots and descriptions within them could actually provide valuable guidance and inspiration for their martial arts journeys.
Therefore, when Liu Ruyan said that the novel written by Chu Fan mentioned the mysterious "Love-breaking Pill", they couldn't help but think that this might not be Chu Fan's imagination, but that such a pill must exist, but Chu Fan was kind-hearted and didn't want to give it to them.
After all, no one would easily let others control their emotions and life, let alone the person they deeply love.
At this time, Changsun Pinqing gently embraced Chu Fan and Changsun Pinting in her arms. Her words were full of understanding and patience:
"The past is history. Since you are not ready to face the pain you have experienced, we are willing to stay by your side and help you slowly adapt and accept it. Perhaps one day in the future, you will find a solution to all your problems."
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