Chapter 34
At Ji Luolians words, the surroundings fell into silence.
Fu Wang stood next to the rockery, one hand bracing on an artificial rock. He didnt turn to look at Shu Yu, but instead he looked straight at Ji Luolian, not saying a word.
There was a long pause, long enough that Shu Yu, who had just been backstabbed by her teammate, began to feel alarmed. Her dirty laundry had been unexpectedly exposed in front of Fu Wang, and it felt like her young maidens heart had been thrown into a meat grinder and then blended into a lump of meat mush. The shame made her want nothing but turn back time and, first thing first, go knock out that rascal Ji Luolian.
Shu Yu nervously looked at Fu Wang; she saw him hanging his head and tucking his hands under his sleeves. That hand that had been pressed against fake rocks even had veins throbbing visibly.
She couldnt really understand what Fu Wang was thinking in this moment. Just as she was about to say something to break the weird atmosphere, she saw Fu Wang slowly turn his head to look at her, lips slowly stretching into a smile and saying blandly, So these days, Shu Yu and this man slept in the same place? Otherwise, how could he have heard Shu Yu talking in her sleep?
Shu Yu swore she saw Fu Wangs pupils dilating into a thin straight line, instantly turning his aura extremely dangerous - The only thing left was writing Go on tell me the relationship between you and this man did you guys sleep together why could he hear you sleep-talking go on say something! on the face of the current Boss.
Shu Yu: Fu Wang You, calm down a little.Someone save me! Fu Wangs face was so freaking scary! Even though Im the one forced to embarrassingly confess, where is your focus exactly on to, Boss! And do you really not feel like a jealous boyfriend demanding answers from a girl?!
Shu Yu couldnt help her face hardening once she got nervous, and adding her rigid tone, she looked downright noble, cold, and stiff.
Hearing this, Fu Wang averted his eyes and closed them. As he opened them again, they had regained their usual calmness, although it only looked calm on the surface. He didnt look at Shu Yu again, and neither did he mention the previous topic, instead he walked straight in front of Ji Luolian and said, The Pure Golden Lotus is imperative to me.
To the side, Shu Yu finally managed to calm her heart, and quickly walked to stand next to Fu Wang. She told Ji Luolian, Youre aware I am Tien Feng Jinyu. I have many treasures, I can exchange them with you as long as youre willing; theres no need for us to fight until were both worn out.
After all, theyve spent time together for a while; even if it was a pet she was raising for a few days, she wouldnt be able to outright kill it, not to mention shes never killed anyone. The Pure Golden Lotus was very important to Fu Wang, so, if possible, she wanted to settle this matter peacefully.
But generally speaking, according to the standard plotline of a novel, during these times both sides would not easily concede, and then shed get caught in the middle, troubled and sorrowful, unable to choose a side. She would undergo internal struggle and testing from the righteousness inside her soul, and finally for Fu Wangs sake, she will have no choice but do things against her conscience. Then thereafter shed feel guilty and mope daily because of it, and in the end she and Fu Wang would fight and break up Tsk, that was just tragic!
Once kickstarted, Shu Yus brain couldnt be stopped from making up an entire plot of their situation. Her expression became nervous at once.
And, hearing her words, Fu Wangs eyes flashed and when he turned to look at Ji Luolian, the depths of his eyes uncontrollably leaked killing intent. Shu Yu actually trusted the Spirit Clans young man this much. Not only getting here together, but also letting him know of her true identity, and even now she was eagerly protecting him.
Was Shu Yu afraid he will kill this young man? Yes, he was indeed a despicable, shameless, ruthless person, and Shu Yu knew it, thats why she was this worried for the young man. All along, Shu Yu only trusted him, she revealed her true feelings only in front of him and was only nice to him, thats why he gradually thought his victory was at hand. But inside his heart, there always existed the worry he will lose her. No matter how powerful the person, no one wouldnt be able to remain uncaring in front of these troublesome feelings.
In his mind, Fu Wang couldnt help imagining Shu Yu and this young man from the Spirit Clan spending time together. Just like how Shu Yu spent time with him, would she worry and take care of this person? Would she prepare food for this person, would she chat with him idly, would she give him presents, would she like this person?
Fu Wangs face was unreadable. A few drops of crimson blood trickled through his clenched hands and splashed on the ground.
Ji Luolians face was flat as he observed the twos changes of expression. Shu Yus eyes held slight remorse but were mostly filled with the determination of having decided something; he didnt doubt that if he and Fu Wang were to fight that Shu Yu would definitely help Fu Wang. Well, that was very normal; it was obvious Shu Yu really, really liked Fu Wang.
As for that Fu Wang, he looked like he wanted to murder him. Hadnt he said the guy Fu Wang that Shu Yu kept talking about was a typical demon? Look, that distorted jealously and overpowering possessiveness, and that pair of dark and cold eyes This, was a demon Ji Luolian familiar with, the same kind of demon as himself.
Even locked inside the formation, Ji Luolian didnt express any fear on his face. He dangled the Pure Gold Lotus and asked Fu Wang, You want it?
Yes, Fu Wang said.
Why do you want it?
Hearing Ji Luolians question, Shu Yu knew he was about to start asking another hundred thousandwhysagain, but Fu Wang didnt go along with his bullshit. Fu Wang could be heard countering, Then why do you want it? Why do you want to know what I want? And what will you do after knowing what I want?
Three questions at once. Ji Luolian surprisingly shut up, completely unlike the unending questions when he was with Shu Yu. Shu Yu suddenly understood the trick to dealing with Young Master Jis many questions.
Ji Luolian stopped asking, but he abruptly opened his mouth and bit one lotus petal, taking a small bite with a kachi sound and chewed as if tasting something.
Shu Yu: o()o Dont use your mouth when we can talk things through! You cant out-talk so youre taking it out on the Golden Lotus!?
Ji Luolians chewing paused. He swallowed the small gold petal, thoughtfully glancing at the gold lotus, then unexpectedly threw the lotus to Fu Wang, who was standing outside the formation. The formation trapping him automatically disappeared once the Pure Golden Lotus fell outside. When Ji Luolian saw this, a knowing look flashed through his eyes; the gold lotus was the eye of the formation, so once it left the formation would naturally break. Fu Wangs target was really only the gold lotus.
Ji Luolians face was flat as he said, Out of consideration for Shu Yu, since you want this, Ill give it to you; after all Shu Yu had once risked her life entering a den of thieves to save me, and these days shes also been very good to me, always protecting me.
What a waste of time, Im going back first. He looked at the two one last time and vanished on the spot. He left Penglai Mansion, returning to the Clear Wilderness.
Shu Yu didnt have time to react. What was this development? Young Master Ji gave the Pure Golden Lotus to Fu Wang, just like that? She didnt trust that rascal with unestablished motives could have good intentions. Something was definitely odd. And the words he said before leaving, did he think her troubles werent big enough and had to add fuel to the fire?
But no matter what, Fu Wang obtained the Pure Golden Lotus without dying, which was always a good thing Huh, now that only she and Fu Wang were left, it felt like something will happen.
As expected, just as she thought this, she saw Fu Wang turn to her. After Ji Luolian left, he stopped that fake smile he wore like a mask.
Shu Yu saw him look over and consciously started explaining, raising a finger: One, I dont like Ji Luolian, I was just borrowing his key to come here because we met coincidentally. Aside from saving him once nothing else happened.
Then she raised a second finger. Two, last time when I heard that woman say the Penglai Mansion had a Pure Golden Lotus. I thought you maybe had a use for it, thats why I secretly came here, so I could take it back for you. Thats what happened.
She thought Fu Wangs expression would soften a bit after hearing her explanation, or maybe explain to her why he was here when he should be in seclusion.
But she didnt expect Fu Wang to neither get angry like before, nor turn gentle as he always was. He stared at her in a daze, seeming like he didnt hear what she was saying, looking at her with a somewhat indescribable expression of, sadness and pain?
Shu Yu couldnt figure out why he showed that expression and didnt dare open her mouth carelessly. The good thing was that Fu Wang didnt make her wait for long.
He slowly walked up to her and stretched out his hands, bloodied because he had been protecting her, and faintly brushed against her cheeks, baring his complicated expression before her, and softly asked, If I were willing to keep that appearance of a half-demonized young boy forever, will Shu Yu then be willing to like me alone, never looking at another again?
Shu Yu: Ah? Why the sudden question? Wait, she wasnt the kind of person with weird tastes in young boys! She didnt need him doing things to that extent, either!
Shu Yu: Wait a moment, Fu Wang, did you maybe misunderstand something?
Fu Wang didnt reply, only gazing at her with a miserable expression, his gloomy eyes capable of making any onlookers heart ache. He had just been injured, his hair was messy over his shoulders, and his face and lips were extremely pale. The ground under his feet was patchy with blood, and his sleeves were also stained with blood.
Being looked at like that made Shu Yu uneasy. In a moment of anxiety, she gritted her teeth and decided to abandon her previously destroyed bits of shame, and boldly said, You just heard it, I like you. I dont have weird tastes for young boys younger than me. And as for ears and tail, its only because theyre Fu Wangs that I like them so much. I havent liked anyone else this much, only you.
Once Shu Yu stopped holding back and started confessing, she was simply not human. It was so lethal Fu Wang almost couldnt keep up his pitiful act.
Suppressing the overpowering joy inside him, his eyelashes covering the laughter in his eyes, Fu Wang suddenly embraced Shu Yu, hiding his expression in an angle she couldnt see, and faintly murmured in her ear, But Shu Yu, youve never believed I like you. You dont believe me, but I can wait until you do. However, Shu Yu, do you dare to like me without fear? You dont dare, you keep trying to back away, isnt it? Tell me, what do I have to do for you to finally feel safe liking me.
Fu Wang hugged Shu Yu, gently smelling her scent, his gaze deeply unreadable. I want to be with Shu Yu. I want to get closer to Shu Yu. I want to always embrace Shu Yu in my arms like this all the time. I want Shu Yu to never run away from my affections again I used to get what I wanted by skillfully pleasing others with my skills, but when Im facing you, I dont know what is the right thing to do. You make me hesitate and lose my hold on all my leverages and my confidence.
Thats right. He had once wanted to change Shu Yu, but in the end, he realized the one who was changed turned out to be himself. He has succeeded several times in his life, and failed just as many, but only this time, he was willing to admit defeat.
Shu Yu was stiff like a tree, cheeks red enough to drip blood, and after a while choked out a sentence, I dont know when Ill go home, but if I really do What will happen to you?
Hearing Shu Yu, Fu Wang knew that he had half-way succeeded. He hugged Shu Yu more tightly and immediately said, No matter where you are, Ill always be by your side; wherever you go, I will be there. If theres really a day when were separated, I think I will spend the rest of my lifetime trying to find you, and never regret it! Shu Yu doesnt need to worry about me. As long as you desire it, no matter what it is, I will fulfill your wishes.
I have said so before, I will accompany you, I will only belong to you, only you, there will be no one else.
Shu Yu expressed that the Boss romantic speech skill was fully capped. Right now, she had the desire to be very impulsive. Wasnt this just dating! What was so scary about it! With the conversation reaching this point, if she kept being whiny then she was actually just impotent!
Shu Yu, Xiao-Yu[1], my Xiao-Yu, say yes, please? Fu Wang was still murmuring in her ear.
Shu Yu felt as if she heard herself say yes in a very small voice. She didnt dare confirm whether the word was uttered or not, but Fu Wangs reaction indicated he definitely heard it.
You said yes, Xiao-Yu, you said yes, right? Fu Wang straightened and cupped Shu Yus reddened cheeks, eyes sparkling and unconcealed delight in his face.
This was Shu Yus first time seeing Fu Wang reveal this kind of happy smile, the kind that made his entire person glow; perhaps he always liked plays little tricks for his own purposes, but this kind of smile was very much real. He was extremely happy, so much he didnt seem like an intelligent Boss but a silly Boss.
Xiao-Yu, Xiao-Yu, you really said yes, you cant regret it if you said yes. Fu Wang bumped his nose against Shu Yus, the way his voice suddenly lowered a few tones was so gentle people could drown in it.
Shu Yu didnt have the strength to resist anymore. She was clearly abashed, but she still said, I wont regret it.
Xiao-Yu. Fu Wang felt as if something was filling his chest, soft and shivery, making him want to say something uncontrollably. But he already said all the romantic words he could think of, and now his brain couldnt think of any other words, so he could only say Xiao-Yu to her again. He seemed to have fallen in love with this nickname, saying it over and over again, the more he said it the lower his voice, the sound so gentle and tender that it ended up disappearing between lips that pressed together at one point.
Fu Wangs kiss was the same as his person; although gentle, it was forcefully insistent in not allowing the chance to back away. Bit by bit he explored Shu Yus lips, tenderness becoming eagerness, longing for every trace of her scent and to dye her scent with his own.
His expression and his body language, every tiny detail was overflowing with his happiness and excitement, simply as if he had thrown away Fu Wangs usual mask of restraint.
Shu Yu hadnt known that a single Okay would be able to make him so happy. But emotion, like an infectious disease, was contagious.
She didnt know when she started smiling too. Fu Wang let go of her and looked at her eyes, which were dazed and smiling from the kiss, and couldnt help rubbing her reddened lips again, leaning over her, and resuming his intrusion.
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Authors note:Young Master Ji is a good for nothing.
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