The two were still a few steps apart when Feng Beichuan suddenly felt a chill. He glanced over and saw that Li Chang'an's long sword was already firmly planted on his neck.
"I sincerely wish to marry you, so why does Your Highness always rush to resort to violence?"
With a helpless glance at the sword blade that was about to pierce his skin, Feng Beichuan couldn't help but sigh softly. Then, his gaze became intense, his deep black eyes like two obsidian stones, fixed on Li Chang'an's cold face. "My sincerity towards Your Highness is as clear as the sun and moon. I will marry no one but the princess in this life."
As he spoke, he casually tossed the stack of priceless papers in his hand onto the ground like trash. Feng Beichuan raised his hand and grabbed the sword, the sharp blade instantly slicing through his palm, causing blood to gush out.
Crimson blood flowed from between his fingers onto the sword, then dripped onto the ground, eventually blooming into alluring flowers.
Feng Beichuan spared no effort in taking the sword away, and with a clang, the sword was thrown to the ground.
His hands were covered in shocking blood, but he never frowned once.
Before Li Chang'an could react, he was embraced.
The hand that kept bleeding hung limply at his sides, while the other hand tightly embraced the woman's somewhat stiff body, as if afraid that the blood on his hand would taint her.
Silence reigned.
Everyone was so shocked that their eyes almost popped out. They thought to themselves, "Has the Regent taken the wrong medicine today? No, he must have eaten the gall of a bear and the heart of a leopard!"
Although this action was somewhat impolite, everyone had to admit that such a regent was truly courageous and quite manly.
It was as if a bolt of lightning had exploded in Li Chang'an's head, stunning her completely. Her mind went blank, and she could only hear the clear breathing of the person next to her.
It's so close.
I seemed to catch a faint scent of sandalwood on him, a fragrance that was incredibly comforting, and the fire in my heart seemed to be extinguished by a gentle stream.
His embrace was warm and firm, making one feel as if he would never let go, until the seas dry up and the rocks crumble.
At that moment, it was as if only the two of them remained in the world.
Beautiful moments are always fleeting. Before Feng Beichuan could even savor the embrace he had been longing for, he felt a powerful force erupting within him, followed by a sharp pain in his chest.
Another cloud of dust rose, and he flew a full half-foot away!
This dramatic turn of events caught everyone off guard, including Feng Beichuan, who felt as if he had suddenly fallen from heaven to hell.
The warmth of their touch seemed to linger; it was their first embrace, and although there was no emotional foundation, it felt quite good.
The woman's fragrance made Feng Beichuan feel happy, and the blow he had just received didn't seem so painful anymore. Just as he was lost in thought, he saw Li Chang'an striding towards him with his sword in hand.
The woman's clothes fluttered, her figure as graceful as a butterfly.
"Take your things and your people and get out!"
A metallic, sweet taste suddenly welled up in his throat. Feng Beichuan rubbed the spot where she had just slapped him and couldn't help but smile bitterly to himself. That slap was really hard.
A faint smile tugged at the corner of her lips: "I won't give up."
Li Chang'an turned his face away and refused to look at him anymore, his eyes filled with undisguised disgust.
From a distance, a person hurriedly ran over.
It's Ye Lingxiao.
After his ridiculous duel with Feng Beichuan, Ye Lingxiao was filled with resentment and went out to clear his head. Upon returning, he saw such a large commotion, and judging from the appearance, guessed it was from the Regent's Palace. He immediately sensed something was wrong.
"Chang An, are you alright?"
Ye Lingxiao took a breath and then looked at Feng Beichuan, who had just struggled to get up from the ground. The man still had a wicked smile on his lips.
With a swift movement, Ye Lingxiao grabbed Feng Beichuan by the collar, gritting his teeth: "You dare come any closer!"
Feng Beichuan's tone was full of sarcasm, "Why wouldn't I dare to come over? But you, how dare you show your face in front of me and Chang An?"
Touched on a sore spot, Ye Lingxiao was speechless for a moment. Feng Beichuan roughly shook off his hand and casually patted his collar as if it were dirty.
"Ye Lingxiao, I advise you to mind your own business, lest you bring trouble upon yourself!"
"Enough! Why aren't you leaving yet?"
Feng Beichuan originally wanted to make a few more sarcastic remarks, but seeing Li Chang'an's cold and indifferent expression, he ultimately didn't speak. He chuckled lightly, took out the folding fan from his sleeve, and walked away unhurriedly while gently waving it.
Just as when he came.
"Ling Xiao, I have something to say to you."
Li Chang'an and Ye Lingxiao went to the tent used for the meeting. Since Ye Lingxiao had not attended the meeting, he was unaware that Li Chang'an was leaving the military camp.
After explaining the situation again, Li Chang'an looked sincerely into the eyes of the person in front of him: "I hope that after I leave, you can temporarily take over the army for me, not for my sake, but for the sake of the country and the common people."
His words were full of sincerity, but they were completely devoid of any personal feelings.
"Okay, I promise you."
Ye Lingxiao's eyes shone brightly, "I will certainly live up to Your Highness's expectations."
"Um."
Li Chang'an nodded slightly, a faint smile playing on his lips, a smile that held a mix of emotions—gratification and gratitude.
"Chang An, I have another request to make of you."
Ye Lingxiao's expression suddenly turned serious. "I don't know why you left this time, but if there is any danger, please let me deal with it with you. It's just because we went through life and death together. I want to be able to protect you at all times after I've taken care of things here."
“No need.” Li Chang’an refused without hesitation. “I will take good care of myself, please rest assured. Also, if you have time, you should go home and visit more often. Marquis Anyang is getting old, and you should also fulfill your filial duties.”
Hearing this, Ye Lingxiao was obviously a little disappointed, but he understood that Li Chang'an was thinking of him, so he was not so upset. Thinking about it carefully, he realized that he had not gone back to visit his old father for a long time, and as a son, he had indeed failed in his duty.
"Okay, then take care."
Li Chang'an suddenly felt much better. She naturally wouldn't let Ye Lingxiao get involved in this mess. She couldn't give him romantic love, so all she could do was offer her concern as a friend.
Sometimes, I wish I could be like an ordinary person, with a loving mother and a strict father, and be able to be their child, enjoying their company and happiness. Unfortunately, things don't always go as planned.
This conversation helped to resolve the issues between the two. Ye Lingxiao silently resolved that from now on, he would only treat her as his lifelong best friend and do his best to protect her. As for the stirring feelings in his heart, he would let time slowly bury them.
Thinking of this, Ye Lingxiao got up to leave.
Just as he was about to leave, he heard the woman behind him suddenly speak: "Ling Xiao, let's... still be friends..."
After a pause, Ye Lingxiao nodded firmly.
We will be friends for life.
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