Nangong Xue nodded. She had some wild thoughts about the scene he had described, but still found it hard to believe that it would actually happen.
Even if two people in love didn't say anything to each other, it was still a kind of peaceful happiness. However, this kind of silence didn't last long. After walking a few steps, Li Yijie struggled to change the topic and said, "Speaking of Xuan Shuang, just now in front of Yun 'er, I gave you a few signals with my eyes. You … why did you pretend you didn't see it? The matter between Xuan Shuang and the Seven Malevolent Demons is not only known to us. After the commotion last time, almost everyone in the palace knows about it. But no one has the guts to interfere … "
Nangong Xue's face darkened. She coldly said, "What are you trying to say? Are you suspecting that I'm taking revenge and intentionally offending him? "
Li Yijie wasn't good with words. After being provoked by her words, he became even more flustered. He stuttered as he tried to defend himself. Nangong Xue didn't give him any space. She continued, "Shixiong, you should know that I'm not such a narrow-minded person. Besides, Xuan Shuang can be considered a matchmaker for us. I can't thank him enough. Why would I hold a grudge against him? I … I did all this to save him. Why are the people of the Devil Cult so deeply stuck that no medicine can save them? Wasn't it all because the place they grew up in was an unsuitable environment, and they were surrounded by a lot of fallacies and heresy education? Xuan Shuang is still young. If he mingles with that demon for a long time, he won't have a good ending. Fortunately, not many people in Jianghu know his identity. We can still find a way to hide it. In the future … "
Li Yijie was ashamed and ashamed. He sighed, "I've wronged you, Xueer. Speaking of which, he's my disciple. Yet you have to worry about him for me. I … I really feel bad. "Nangong Xue gently said," We'll be husband and wife tomorrow. What's there to distinguish between you and me? "
Li Yijie was sincerely moved. He reached out and held her hand. Nangong Xue was slightly startled. Still feeling shy, she shook her head. But thinking about what she said just now, the two of them were husband and wife. Even if they were intimate in front of others, most of the people around them would just laugh it off. There was nothing to be embarrassed about, so she just let him hold her hand. Her cold little hands were wrapped in a layer of warmth, and the warmth went straight to her heart.
As they turned a corner, they suddenly saw Lu Qian standing in front of them with his back leaning against a pillar. Seeing the two of them holding hands, he laughed frivolously and said, "Oh my, the young married couple are so affectionate. Why? Are you here to show off in front of me? "
When Li Yijie saw that it was him, he didn't forget about his love rival who had been fighting with him for so long. Even though Nangong Xue had no love for him, everything that stood in her way was her greatest enemy. In a flash, he appeared in front of Nangong Xue and, intentionally or unintentionally, shielded her behind his back. His tone was stiff as he said, "A gentleman should not meddle in other people's affairs. These days I've been in a good mood. Brother Lu, please don't cause trouble on this happy day. "
Lu Qian saw him doting on Nangong Xue like she was a precious treasure. A myriad of emotions welled up in his heart. He didn't know what to feel. He laughed dryly and said, "Brother Li, I'm not a thief. You don't have to be so vigilant against me. Thinking back to the first time we met, wasn't it six or seven years ago? At that time, the Devil Cult was wreaking havoc, the Manchurian Qing invaded, and the flames of war spread throughout the Central Plains. I remember clearly that you weren't the Wulin Alliance Leader yet, but you were full of righteousness and chivalry. Some things are really ingrained in your bones. Xueer was also Old Man Meng's favorite disciple. She was determined to make a name for herself in Jianghu, the Nangong heroine. At that time, we were all looking forward to the future. It was because we knew nothing that all the battles were meaningful. Time really flies. The passing of time and youth makes people grow old. That's not the least bit lenient. So many years have passed. You're in the Palace seeking an official position that won't bring you much profit. You're a nobody. You don't know where your ambitions and ambitions have gone. And then there's the little sister who used to follow behind Shixiong with her two long braids. Now she's about to get married. The two childhood sweethearts have finally come to fruition. This is truly a cause for celebration. It looks like I had the foresight to predict that the two of you would be a match made in heaven. Brother Li, facing a defeated opponent like me, what are you afraid of? In front of you, whether it's martial arts or love, I've already lost completely. Right now, I want to borrow Xueer from you before the wedding. I don't have to avoid suspicion. Don't worry, I won't run away with her. She also won't follow me. You're not even willing to agree to such a humble request? I heard that before marriage, a person's heart will become especially soft. Just think of it as doing a good deed and accumulating virtue. "
As for Li Yijie, he was naturally unwilling. He knew that Lu Qian was crafty and cunning. He had always been a ruthless character who refused to admit defeat. It was hard to guarantee that he would make a last stand before the wedding. Half of his life had been filled with hardships and hardships. He wanted to live a peaceful life. He really didn't want to make any more mistakes.
Nangong Xue's mouth was unyielding, but in reality she was very clear about gratitude and grudges. Her heart was exceptionally kind. If others didn't treat her well, an eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth, she wouldn't back down even half a step. But if others treated her well, she would return the favor tenfold.
In all honesty, although Lu Qian was unruly to her once, he had never really harmed her. On the contrary, he always did his best to care for her. His care was not inferior to Li Yijie's. It was only because her heart belonged to someone else that she had no choice but to reject his feelings. But that didn't mean that she would ignore his efforts.
Now that she saw his sincerity, her heart couldn't help but be filled with tenderness. She felt guilty, but at the same time she had to be cautious. If he really wanted to, she would have to resolve this love and hate relationship as soon as possible. Even after the wedding, he still wouldn't give up. Since she would have to face it sooner or later, it was better to resolve it cleanly as soon as possible. "Shixiong," she said, "Go back to your room and wait for me. I'll be right back."
Li Yijie anxiously said, "But Xueer, he … toward you …" Even in front of Lu Qian, he didn't conceal his jealousy toward him. Although he didn't say the words' his evil heart will not give up ', everybody was well aware of what he meant.
Lu Qian laughed awkwardly. He thought that at first Li Yijie also trusted him completely. Later on, because of his greed, he stole a fake secret manual from Li Yijie. That was how he developed a grudge against Li Yijie. Kindness is fleeting, hatred is everlasting. In front of Li Yijie, this great hero, Lu Qian was nothing but a lowly character. He was the one who made the mistake, so who else could he blame?
Nangong Xue was afraid that he would feel awkward, so she smiled gently and said, "Big Brother Lu and I were just chatting. Nothing will happen. Don't worry too much, okay? Shixiong, listen to me. You're too tired, that's why you're so paranoid. Go back to your room, close your eyes, and have a good sleep. I promise you, when you open your eyes again, you'll see me. "
When Li Yijie heard Nangong Xue's words, no matter how unwilling he was, he could only endure it. He sighed and said, "Okay, then go quickly and come back quickly." He then whispered in her ear, "I'll come back after a few words. You have to be careful and don't go to a remote place with him. If … if something really happens and you can't handle it, just call out loudly … "
Nangong Xue only smiled faintly and shook her head. Lu Qian did not need to use his internal energy to guess that Li Yijie's earnest exhortation was definitely speaking ill of him. After waiting for a long time, Li Yijie finally left reluctantly, but he still looked back three times with every step he took.
Lu Qian smiled bitterly and said, "He really is like a suspicious husband." He glanced at Nangong Xue. Perhaps in front of her, this joke wasn't funny. He gestured to her and said, "Let's … go for a walk?"
Nangong Xue softly grunted and walked silently beside him. Lu Qian didn't know whether he should be happy or regretful at this moment. He tried to find a topic to talk about and said, "Don't worry about me. Marriage is like a cage. It locks people up and prevents them from being free. I'm not in a hurry to fall into it. You see, even if I want to talk to you, I have to ask Brother Li for permission first. In the future, he'll definitely keep a close eye on you. The next time he wants to be alone with you, it'll be a long time in the future. "
Nangong Xue frowned slightly and tried her best to lighten the atmosphere. She said, "No, Shixiong just cares too much about me. Actually, I don't like him being like this either. I don't want him to be so narrow-minded and picky about my interactions with others. But judging others by their own standards, how can I not be the same? You also know that I was jealous of Noble Consort Yun and even threw a tantrum with him. Look at me in the past. I was very childish, wasn't I? "
Lu Qian thought to himself, "Even if you were childish, you didn't lose your cuteness." In the past, this would have been a teasing remark. The angrier Nangong Xue got, the more he enjoyed it. He loved her angry expression. Now that she finally had a pleasant expression on her face, he didn't dare to be so frivolous. Instead, he said, "Then I'll have to trouble you to discipline me."
Nangong Xue smiled faintly and suddenly said, "Big Brother Lu, don't you have something to say to me? It just so happens that I have a few words of advice for you. I just hope you'll listen. "Lu Qian didn't wait for her to speak. Just by guessing, he already knew what kind of words she was going to say. However, to be able to walk with her for a while longer, look at her face, and listen to her speak a few more words, was already a rare blessing for him. He replied, "Mm, you go first."
Nangong Xue bit her lip and thought about what she was going to say. Finally, she said, "Big Brother Lu, you have to admit that your love for me is just a misconception. Maybe in the future you'll realize that I'm not the person you imagined me to be. At that time, you'll be tired of me. You said that you think I'm too pretentious, too boring, and too bossy. A suitable partner to be with you is probably a girl with a weird temper. Senior Martial Brother said that marriage is decided by the heavens. I don't want to ruin your fate … "
Lu Qian said, "You're not me. How can you understand my feelings? Who said you're pretentious? Whoever said that, I'll let their tongue rot! I've indeed been involved with many girls before, but it was just for show. I'm used to being wild. I should have a girl to restrain me from time to time, lest I fall into a fire pit without knowing it. I really do love you. It's different from how I treat other people. I understand my own feelings. It's not an illusion. "
Nangong Xue patiently explained, "As the saying goes, there's plenty of fish in the sea. I'm not perfect, and I have many flaws. I'm not worthy of your love … "
Lu Qian said, "There are many weak waters, but I'll only take one to drink. Xueer, the reason why I rushed to meet you today is to make you make a decision. Li Yijie's heart is too high and too wide. He can accompany you temporarily, but he can't accompany you forever. Once he has the chance, he'll definitely do everything possible to get involved in the affairs of the martial arts world. When that time comes, what will you do? I'm different. As long as you say the word, I'll give up everything I have for you. I'll stay true to my heart and accompany you forever. If you don't allow me to look at other girls, I won't. If you still don't trust me, you can poke my eyes out … "
Nangong Xue listened to his confession. There was no sweetness in her heart. Instead, she was flustered, as if she had done something shameful. She stomped her feet and said angrily, "Stop talking! I don't treat Senior Martial Brother like a child playing house. I'll entrust my life to him. I believe he'll change for me … Even if he can't, I'm willing to stay behind his back. I thought you were a good person, so I came out to talk to you. If you keep talking nonsense, I'll leave! "
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