Although Bai Ting only spoke a few words, Yang Jia seemed to have seen the storm coming.
"How to master it?" She paused for a moment before asking.
While Li Bai was compared to a weapon, she wasn't a mindless, unconscious being; she certainly had her own preferences and tendencies. Controlling her wasn't as easy as wielding a sword. While Yang Jia didn't know how they'd achieved this, he assumed it wasn't some legitimate method, otherwise Bai Ting wouldn't have behaved this way.
As expected, upon hearing this question, Bai Ting's expression went from grim to gloomy; it seemed as if water was about to drip. "In Li Bai's first operation after joining the army, she was the only one to survive. Over the past few years, she's been put in dire straits numerous times, some by the enemy, others from within the Chinese region."
Yang Jia took a deep breath. Perhaps out of respect and protection for Li Bai, Bai Ting, as someone on her side, couldn't explain it too clearly, but Yang Jia understood. Li Bai had survived by stepping on the corpses of countless people. Among those corpses were those of both enemies and allies.
This was why others feared her so much, not just because of her reputation. Whether enemies or friends, their attitude towards her was the same. She was completely isolated.
How to master a magical weapon? Just make her sword so that no one can stop it.
Li Bai's loneliness was certainly due to her own personality, but it wasn't without other factors. After all, in reality, even a fangirl like Bai Ting wouldn't dare stand next to Li Bai.
"Is there no one who can see this clearly?" Yang Jia couldn't help but ask.
Bai Ting smiled bitterly, "So what if she saw it clearly? Li Bai's surname is Li, and this position is innate." With her around, the Li family can deter and suppress other forces. It's only been a few years, and they already have the appearance of being the number one family in the Chinese region.
Even if other factions were willing, regardless of whether they could internally accept and accept Li Bai, Li Bai's loyalty alone could not be guaranteed. After all, her last name was Li.
Because of this delicate situation, a balance had formed. Everyone knew that the Li family might not be able to completely control Li Bai, but they were still wary of him. The Li family didn't demand absolute obedience from Li Bai, as long as they could maintain a favorable situation.
But Li Bai can disobey, but he cannot listen to others.
Now, Li Bai's unusual closeness to Yang Jia would naturally attract the attention of those people. They couldn't let the situation develop and would definitely take action. That was why Bai Ting came to remind Yang Jia not to take it lightly.
Yang Jia thought for a moment and then asked, "What about Li Bai?"
Based on her understanding of Li Bai, she couldn't be unaware of her situation. Hasn't she ever thought about changing it?
Speaking of this, Bai Ting could only sigh, "I can't answer this question for you. We can't guess what Li Bai is thinking, and we don't dare to ask, so no one knows what she is thinking. But in my opinion, it's not so much that she doesn't resist, but rather that she doesn't care."
She didn't care about the lives of those around her, didn't care about her own position, didn't care about being used by others, and Bai Ting felt that she didn't even care about herself. As for what she cared about, Bai Ting didn't know.
"Since this is Li Bai's attitude, what's the point of you telling me?" Yang Jia said, "If she doesn't care, what can we do?"
Bai Ting squinted at him and said, "Don't play dumb. Others may not be able to do anything, but you can definitely do it."
Yang Jia laughed, "Are you so confident in me?"
"She treats you differently." Bai Ting didn't say much. She had long been accustomed to not trying to guess what Li Bai was thinking. She simply told Yang Jia everything she knew and let her make her own judgment.
Yang Jia lowered his head and thought for a moment, then asked her, "Then what do you want me to do?"
"I don't know either. In fact, the Li family is both a constraint and a protection for Li Bai. If her last name wasn't Li, she would have been killed long ago with her ability to attract hatred. No matter how strong her personal combat power is, she can't stop all kinds of conspiracies and calculations. But..."
Bai Ting was silent for a long time this time, as if she was struggling to form her words, searching for a way to express her feelings. After a long pause, she spoke again, "You know what? Although I call Li Bai our boss, I've never called her that in front of her. Neither have anyone else, because they're too afraid. You asked me what I really want, and I can't really explain it. I can only tell you that I like Li Bai the way she is now. If you're the one who brought this change to her, I hope you can stay by her side and don't leave her alone."
In Yang Jia's opinion, Bai Ting wasn't suited to being too profound. So, she was a little surprised to hear Bai Ting say this. But then she thought, considering she might appear innocent, she was actually one of the best among her peers. Even without them saying anything, she'd definitely know the answers. So, it wasn't surprising.
She looked up at Bai Ting and said, "How can Li Bai be alone when you are here?"
"Not quite." Bai Ting shook her head repeatedly. "Not only is Li Bai's attitude towards you different, but you treat her differently too. You're not afraid of her, and you certainly don't manipulate her." She sighed. "I can't say for sure, but it feels good for you two to be together. Although I'm not qualified to make decisions for Li Bai, I feel that if the weapon truly needs a master, choosing you is better than anyone else."
Yang Jia was embarrassed for a moment. Although weapons were used, Li Bai was a living person. The idea of him being a master was embarrassing! She rubbed her forehead and said, "You think too highly of me. I have never thought of being anyone's master. But..."
Perhaps it was because Bai Ting was so sincere. She came here at this time and said these words to him, not for herself, but for Li Bai and Yang Jia. This move touched Yang Jia's heart, and he spoke from the heart as never before, "If I have the honor to stay with Li Bai, I hope I can become her scabbard."
After she finished speaking, she felt a little embarrassed. After all, this idea was too shameless. And the relationship between the sword and the scabbard seemed not so pure.
But Bai Ting obviously didn't have any such thoughts. She happily pulled Yang Jia and said, "I was right about you. There's no rush for this. I'll go offline and get some information and tell you later. Don't worry, I'm very familiar with the people who might come."
After Yang Jia sent the person away, he looked back and thought about the conversation tonight, feeling very strange.
She didn't know where Bai Ting got her confidence from, but since even Bai Ting was so confident, she naturally couldn't let herself down. It was good to get in touch with these elite figures in advance, after all, there might be a chance for a confrontation in the future.
After watching Bai Ting's back disappear into the night, Yang Jia turned around and saw Li Bai standing there.
For some reason, she subconsciously took a step back before coming to her senses. She wanted to say hello, but she didn't know what to say. She didn't know how long Li Bai had been there, how much he had heard, or whether he had heard her words that sounded like a confession.
Yang Jia didn't know whether she wanted Li Bai to hear it or not, but when she met Li Bai's gaze, she suddenly understood, "Did you hear it?" she asked.
Bai Ting admired Li Bai, so she didn't think much of it, nor did she think Yang Jia's words concealed any affection. But Li Bai was different, she was too perceptive, and Yang Jia even suspected that Li Bai had known his feelings for her for a long time, but just didn't say it.
In the past, when Li Bai didn't mention it, Yang Jia just pretended to be stupid. But maybe it was the aftereffect of having a heart-to-heart with Bai Ting tonight, or maybe it was Bai Ting's trust that made her confidence swell. She suddenly wanted to ask Li Bai what he was thinking, to lay the matter out clearly and no longer hide it.
Li Bai certainly understood. She stepped forward, emerged from the shadows, and looked at Yang Jia. "I thought you wouldn't ask."
Yang Jia lowered his head and smiled, "I don't know either."
Perhaps in this world, even the most hopeless relationships still hold a little hope. Besides, everyone can see Li Bai's attitude towards her. And love, with just a little warmth and sunshine, will sprout and grow vigorously. Even the sower can't control it, let alone eradicate it. All they can do is let it grow upwards, blossom and bear fruit, and then the fruit falls heavily—
There are three things in this world that cannot be concealed: cough, poverty and love.
Li Bai was silent for a moment, then said, "I'll take care of my own business."
"Do we really have to talk business at this time?" Yang Jia smiled. "I'm not pretending to be stupid anymore, so you certainly don't need to cooperate with me. If you heard what I said just now, you should understand what I meant. Of course, that wasn't meant for you, so I'll say it again: Li Bai, I hope to stay by your side. If you need a friend, I'm your friend. If you need a companion, I'm your companion. If you need a scabbard, I'll be your scabbard. Even if you really need a master, I will work hard to make myself worthy of that identity."
"So, what's your answer?"
Li Bai remained silent. This silence, which stretched into the darkness, calmed Yang Jia's initially frantic heartbeat. She looked at Li Bai, who was standing not far away, but from this silence, she sensed an unapproachable distance.
Then, she heard Li Bai say, "I'm sorry."
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