Qu Chiyang, being treated as one of the male concubines, and also seen as a rival in love by another person of the same status, all for the sake of winning your heart, shouldn't you be happy?
What's the point of having hatred? Without love, where does hatred come from?
"You can't fathom the leader's thoughts. Since he hates, let those he hates live on, watching their loved ones and friends being eliminated one by one. That feeling, so agonizing, would be even more satisfying. Or, let those he hates taste the pain of losing a lover, living day and night in the agony of longing. Only death can make hatred endure."
As Xiang Wan spoke, she observed Qu Chiyang's expression. Regardless of who Qu Chiyang hated, there would always be a better solution. If she was referring to herself, then she absolutely couldn't say she was dead. She had to live; only by living could she have limitless possibilities.
"See? I understand the leader's thoughts better than you do. So, if you have any ulterior motives, why not cooperate with me? I only want the leader's heart; you can do whatever you want with him, how about it?"
The question is now in your hands, Qu Chiyang. What will you choose? Seeing Xiang Wan clearly state her intention to seduce you, doesn't it feel incredibly satisfying?
Qu Chiyang stood with his hands behind his back, facing the window, lost in thought. Xiang Wan took this opportunity to circulate her vital energy, slowly repairing the damage to her body. Damn it, Qu Chiyang was too ruthless; he completely used her as a punching bag, complete with a built-in heating element, just like the person she encountered in the lake that day.
Wait, a lake? Could it be that the person in the lake is Qu Chiyang? Xiang Wan looked Qu Chiyang up and down, recalling the feeling of him choking her, and the more she thought about it, the more certain she became. Could it be that Qu Chiyang recognized her as the person who clung to his leg in the lake that day, and then fought with her naked for a while, which is why he was so rude just now?
Thinking of this, Xiang Wan felt utterly miserable. It was so dark that day, how could she know that the other person was Qu Chiyang? No, she absolutely couldn't admit it, otherwise, the consequences would be unimaginable. If he thought she already knew his identity and deliberately seduced him, then she would really be doomed!
"Well, brother, give me an answer. I don't mean anything by it, nor am I trying to compete with you for favor. Actually, I have no interest in that old man, the sect leader; I've never even met him. But, alas, every family has its own troubles! I promise I won't pose any threat to you. Whatever you want to do, I'll do my best to assist you. Of course, you'll have to help me too. Wouldn't it be better if we both benefited?"
Qu Chiyang clenched his fists, making a few cracking sounds, which startled Xiang Wan. But judging from his demeanor, he didn't seem so dangerous anymore; at least, he wouldn't try to kill her again. Xiang Wan breathed a sigh of relief and decided to press on and try to cause trouble for the Zhuang family.
"Alright, let me explain my situation first to show my sincerity. My surname is Zhuang, the Zhuang of the number one Zhuang in the martial arts world. Do you understand now? May I ask your name, young master? Let's be friends first."
Qu Chiyang slowly turned around, looking at Xiang Wan with a complicated expression.
"A member of the Zhuang family? What's your relationship with Zhuang Batian?"
Finally, the questioning began. Xiang Wan had been trying to figure out how to explain her background clearly without arousing his suspicion. Now that he had asked, she might as well say something, lest any problems arise later and she be blamed.
"Zhuang Batian, the head of the Zhuang family? He's a very powerful person. I often saw him when I was a maid. He's very kind and has excellent martial arts skills. We servants all respect him."
"You? A maid?"
"Actually, I don't know what's going on either. My mother says I'm a girl, but Madam Zhuang and Miss both say I'm a boy and don't want me to tell anyone. Actually, I really like Miss, but Madam Zhuang says she wants a dowry and asks me to do something for her. If I do it, she'll marry Miss to me."
"What she asked you to do was to win the cult leader's heart?"
Xiang Wan's eyes widened, looking as if she'd been hit where it hurt, both dazed and innocent. Qu Chiyang, you're not planning to keep this gullible kid, so easily tricked and still useful, a little bit?
Qu Chiyang's lips twitched slightly, and he remained silent for a long while.
Xiang Wan's body had almost recovered, but she still looked terrible. She twisted her body and inadvertently cried out in pain, complaining, "Madam said I was a martial arts prodigy, but how come I'm still so weak after practicing for so long? It's such a waste of the book Madam gave me."
How long have you been practicing?
"Hmm, it's been almost a month, hasn't it? Am I really that weak?"
Qu Chiyang's eyes flashed with sarcasm as he mercilessly retorted, "Indeed, the dealers really dare to use just anyone."
Hearing this, Xiang Wan was displeased. What do you mean by daring to use just anyone? If you wouldn't dare, why did you pamper the original owner so much in your past life?
"I'm nobody, I'm the Zhuang family's future son-in-law!"
See? Xiang Wan's identity is very important. Keeping her around will allow us to know what the Zhuang family is up to. Qu Chiyang, aren't you tempted?
Qu Chiyang remained noncommittal, his face sullen, seemingly lost in thought.
Xiang Wan slowly sat up and looked at the sky; it was already late at night. She had been busy for most of the night and ended up with injuries all over her body—it was truly tragic.
What's your name?
"Hey, didn't I just say? Zhuang, Xiang Wan, it sounds nice, doesn't it?"
Xiang Wan finally breathed a sigh of relief. The fact that Qu Chiyang asked her name proved that he truly didn't want to kill her. Now that they had met, she had to find a chance to continue trying to get closer to him.
"After all this talk, what's your name, young master? Will we ever meet again?" Xiang Wan asked expectantly, completely forgetting the humiliation she had just suffered.
"You still want to see me?"
"Yes, young master, you are the most handsome person I have ever seen, and your martial arts are so good. I like people who are good at martial arts, so, could you..."
Qu Chiyang sneered, "You like me? Aren't you afraid the sect leader will kill you?"
"I, um, I like it secretly, the cult leader won't find out."
Qu Chiyang lowered his eyelids slightly, glanced at the evening, and said, "Next time you come, I'll tell you my name."
"good!"
With jubilation written all over his face, Xiang Wan could clearly see that Qu Chiyang's mood was improving.
Damn, that was close! I almost died here.
Xiang Wan straightened her clothes and got up to say goodbye and go home. Qu Chiyang, quick-witted and agile, ripped off Xiang Wan's face mask.
Stunned, Xiang Wan, seeing the coldness in Qu Chiyang's eyes, decisively climbed out the window. This time, she clearly understood that Qu Chiyang hated not someone else, but her, or rather, the original owner's face!
Back home, she'd have to think of a solution. These injuries would take several days to heal, severely delaying the progress. Xiang Wan's regret was beyond words.
Why did Qu Chiyang hate her? Was it because she was from the Zhuang family? Or because she trespassed on forbidden territory? Or perhaps because she entered his room and rummaged through his things? Xiang Wan's intuition told her it was probably none of those! She didn't yet know the specific reason. Since she wasn't going to kill her, she had to eliminate the hatred in his heart; otherwise, her future missions would only become more difficult.
Back in her bedroom, Xiang Wan tidied herself up and went to sleep. Unbeknownst to her, while she slept, someone stood by her bedside, watching her until dawn before silently leaving.
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