The Real Bai Qian…..
The firm handshake between them ended when Bai Qian quickly withdrew her hand from Ye Hua’s. It’s possible his greeting lasted longer than expected for a simple one.
Bai Qian’s calm exterior suddenly vanished, and she instantly excused herself to splash cold water on her face. At the Jade Pool, she wet herself as if to clear her mind. Ye Hua watched as she folded over and breathed in deliberate lung emptying exhales before rising again.
When she returned to Ye Hua, it was another persona. Someone different. She wasn’t angry, testing calculating High Goddess or SuSu. Amazingly, another mask he thought but he was wrong. This woman was the real Bai Qian.
She confessed somewhat embarrassed, “I met you with a precise plan but unexpectedly became distracted after seeing you again. I guess I was still angry at you but my mind has clarified and refocused. I think honesty may be crucial for me…us to succeed.”
“First, I’m sorry for toying with you but my offer for my virginity, I rescind. I can’t allow you to touch my body again, ever. My sole purpose is a vendetta, revenge for SuSu and you should seek restitution for your grievances.”
A labored, heavy sigh escaped her lips before she added, “Think of what you’d like to gain back. Since what was taken from me was also stolen from you. Yes, I know that you played a role in the destruction of our failed relationship, but your hand was forced. I just needed to remind myself of that fact.”
Ye Hua’s voice was soft when he stated, “All I’ve ever wanted was you. Nothing more. I don’t care about the throne, my title, or anything else honestly. I would sell my soul if I could be loved by you again. Like you used to when we first met and married.”
He saw Bai Qian’s gaze soften. Losing its hardness she responded, “I can’t give you what you’re asking from me. However, I can help you relieve some of your grudge, anger, and resentment for what you also endured. I’m aware you were a victim as well. You were ordered to steal your wife’s eyes and killed her love for you.”
She continued, “My foremost concern is what I see in your longing gaze. The one you’re waiting, anticipating, and hoping for is gone forever and nothing you do or say will ever change my mind. Just remember not to become confused because it’s my back that you’ll see as I walk away. 28,932… That’s how many tears SuSu cried when she was with you.”
Tears welled up in Ye Hua’s eyes and they glistened when he asked, “How many have you cried, Qian Qian?”
“None. After you took my eyes, I could not cry anymore, even after Zhe Yan healed my sight. It’s ironic, no? I can’t promise I won’t test you still, but I think I’m over the initial shock of seeing you again.” She said.
The real Bai Qian gave Ye Hua a swift verbal rundown of what she desired before going her way. First, he was to convince SuJin that he loved her. Then she planned to toy with her emotionally before manipulating her into confessing all of her, and Heavenly Lord’s crimes performed together at the right time in front of the right people. After his sins became revealed, it would be Ye Hua who would be the one to choose his grandfather’s punishment.
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At the Eastern Sea Banquet, the scene was filled with a multitude of witnesses, their eyes fixed on the unfolding drama. The air buzzed with anticipation as he approached her, the sound of murmurs and whispers mingling with the gentle lapping of waves in the distance.
“Ye Hua didn’t realize the young woman was Bai Qian.” As he introduced himself, his voice carried over the crowd.
Bai Qian stood poised.
With a swift and graceful motion, she wrapped her arms around his neck, the touch of her fingers pressed into the back of his neck, sending a shiver down his spine. A passionate kiss ignited a storm of sensations within him. The taste of her lips, sweet and intoxicating, momentarily erasing all thoughts from his mind.