章節 421: Chapter 421: The Promise Back Then
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Zeng Yi widened his eyes in disbelief and stood still.
The warm and lingering fragrance in the air made Zeng Yi's blood start to boil and stir.
Did he just get forcefully kissed?
Looking at Qian Renxue, who was embracing his neck tightly, Zeng Yi's mind went blank.
His heart was pounding rapidly, and this feeling was even more nerve-wracking and exciting than a life-or-death battle.
Almost ten seconds passed.
Their lips separated.
Qian Renxue's face blushed with shyness, and her eyes showed a rare tenderness as she stared at Zeng Yi's cheek.
"You..."
Seeing Qian Renxue's shy and feminine appearance, Zeng Yi was slightly taken aback. He wanted to say something, but Qian Renxue stopped him.
"Sorry, can I act coquettish for a little while? Just a short moment."
Qian Renxue placed a slender and delicate finger on Zeng Yi's lips, speaking softly. Then, she hugged his body tightly and buried her head in his broad chest.
Zeng Yi stayed frozen in place, allowing Qian Renxue to hold him tightly. He looked at her in his arms, not knowing where to place his hands. His hands awkwardly hung in the air, feeling quite embarrassed.
In this situation, should he embrace her as well?
This thought flashed through Zeng Yi's mind, but after hesitating for a moment, he decided against it.
The development of tonight's events was unexpected and bewildering, leaving Zeng Yi unable to imagine.
Looking at Qian Renxue, Zeng Yi quickly started thinking.
If she wasn't joking, she should really like me!
After all, she forcefully kissed me. There's no need to take a joke this far.
So, this wasn't one of life's three big illusions, it was real.
She really likes me!
Now, Zeng Yi felt a little troubled.
All this could be attributed to his own excellence, unknowingly attracting the female friends around him. It was truly a sin.
In just a few days, Zeng Yi had encountered two confessions: first from Hu Liena, and now from Qian Renxue. But Qian Renxue's confession was even more forceful.
She directly attacked him at a moment when he least expected it.
Faced with Qian Renxue's intense emotional assault, Zeng Yi didn't know how to respond.
Under the moonlight, the girl tightly hugged the boy.
It seemed like a long time had passed, and this tender and peaceful scene was finally broken.
Qian Renxue released her embrace, took a few steps back, and looked at Zeng Yi.
On her exquisite and beautiful face, a tinge of shyness remained. Her watery eyes, like autumn water, revealed tenderness and a hint of sadness.
But even so, she still put on a smile.
"Alright, you can go now."
Seeing her trying to appear calm and composed, Zeng Yi suddenly felt a hint of hesitation.
A thought emerged in his mind, that he didn't want to leave.
Could it be that I...
Looking at Qian Renxue's smiling face, Zeng Yi fell into confusion.
"Qian..."
Zeng Yi wanted to call her name, but in the end, he hesitated and stopped.
To his surprise, he realized that he didn't know how to address her anymore.
It had been about a year since Zeng Yi first met Qian Renxue.
Of course, at the beginning, she was disguised as Heaven Dou Empire's Crown Prince Xue Qinghe.
During that time, he and Qian Renxue were very good friends. He used to call her Old Xue, Qinghe, or just Xue Qinghe.
But when he found out that Xue Qinghe was Qian Renxue, he didn't know how to address her anymore.
Although Zeng Yi had some grievances in his heart after discovering that Xue Qinghe was actually Qian Renxue, she still treated him well even after revealing her identity. They were still able to confide in each other at the Spirit Hall. So, Zeng Yi considered Qian Renxue as a friend.
But now, he suddenly realized that ever since he knew Qian Renxue's true identity, he had been calling her "you".
Yet, she, who liked him so much, couldn't hear her name from him.
It was quite ironic.
Zeng Yi lowered his head, unable to meet Qian Renxue's intense gaze. It made him feel ashamed.
"Why?"
"What do you mean by 'why'? Do you mean why I like you?" Qian Renxue was slightly startled by this question, but then she smiled lightly.
"I don't know either. By the time I snapped out of it, I was already helplessly in love with you." Qian Renxue spoke softly, as if it were the most natural thing.
"Alright, you should leave now!"
Qian Renxue's urging made Zeng Yi clench his fists.
He suddenly raised his head and looked into Qian Renxue's eyes in confusion. "If that's the case, why do you want me to leave?"
"Do you know that I might be away for many years this time? Five years, ten years, or maybe I will never appear on this continent again! Even so, you still want me to do this?" Zeng Yi questioned Qian Renxue loudly.
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue's eyes contracted. Although she let out a muffled laugh, it was a laugh filled with bitterness.
"This behavior really suits your style, haha~"
Qian Renxue laughed lightly, and then her smile gradually disappeared. Her expression became calm, and her eyes showed a serene gaze as she looked at Zeng Yi, saying, "So? Are you expecting me to try to hold you back?"
Zeng Yi lowered his head without speaking.
Seeing his silence, Qian Renxue continued, "Then let me ask you another question. Do you like me? Or, do you love me?"
This simple question was like a thunderbolt striking Zeng Yi's heart.
"I..."
The words he wanted to say were stuck in his throat. Zeng Yi lowered his head, and his fists involuntarily clenched.
In this moment, Zeng Yi felt utterly ridiculous.
"I'm sorry."
A soft murmur echoed in the silent moonlit night.
Qian Renxue bit her lip tightly, looking at Zeng Yi with her head lowered. His words made her feel heavy-hearted, oppressed, and uncomfortable. Her nose felt sour, and tears began to well up in her eyes against her will.
Finally, she let go of her lips, let out a soft laugh, as if it were self-mockery, feeling incredibly absurd.
Looking at Zeng Yi, Qian Renxue crossed her hands behind her back, tightly gripping her palms, her fingernails almost piercing her fair skin. Her arms trembled slightly.
Nevertheless, a seemingly relaxed smile still hung on her face as she smiled at Zeng Yi and said, "I knew it. So, it's just my wishful thinking. Then, do you have any reason not to go?"
"Zeng Yi, do you remember when we were in Heaven Dou City, when I was still Xue Qinghe? We confessed our life's pursuits to each other for a lifetime."
Qian Renxue didn't wait for Zeng to respond but simply looked at him calmly, her eyes flickering with a few memories.
"Now, my goal hasn't changed. I want to unify this continent and become the Eternal Emperor." Qian Renxue smiled and said confidently, her brows full of self-assurance.
"Didn't you say it yourself? You want to witness the prosperity and decline of the world, travel across thousands of mountains and rivers, don't you?" Qian Renxue lowered her head, and a trace of irony curved her lips.
Zeng Yi ironically said, "I forgot. Didn't expect you to remember it. Haha~"
"I've reminded you, so now you can go do what you want to do."
Looking at him, Qian Renxue smiled faintly. "When we meet again, you must tell me about everything you've experienced on your journey. I'm very curious about the outside world."
"Okay."
"In that case, let's consider it our promise to each other."
Zeng Yi summoned his courage, lifted his head, looked at Qian Renxue's beautiful smile, and stared deeply as if he wanted to eternally remember her appearance.
"Goodbye, my friend."
Zeng Yi whispered softly. His confused gaze started to become resolute.
He turned around and walked away, while the girl stood in place, wearing a smile, waving her hand to bid him farewell.
Under the moonlight, the figure gradually faded away.
Watching his gradually diminishing figure, tears silently rolled down Qian Renxue's cheeks.
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In fact, what I hoped for was for you to say,
"I also like you."
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