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The words of Ruan Lang felt like an invisible thread, tightly wrapping around my heart, keeping me awake all night, tossing and turning in bed. His prophecy, his warning, and those deep, inscrutable eyes lingered in my mind, refusing to fade away.
I replayed every moment with Gu Heng in my thoughts, from our first meeting to our acquaintance, from knowing each other to falling in love. Each scene was so vivid yet felt so distant. I longed to see him, to ask him directly about everything, to know if he truly harbored resentment towards me as Ruan Lang had said.
I picked up my pen to write a letter but found myself at a loss for words. I wanted to express my worries, my fears, and my longing for him, yet I was afraid that my letter would sink into the sea like a stone, leaving no trace behind.
Anxiety surged within me like a tidal wave; I could no longer endure this torment. I decided to go to Gu Heng's residence in person. No matter what, I had to see him and clarify everything face to face.
Nervously, I stood before the Gu Mansion. The crimson door appeared particularly solemn, and the brass ring glimmered with golden light under the sun. Taking a deep breath, I tried to calm my racing heart and trembling hands as I knocked on the door.
"Knock, knock..." The dull sound echoed in the still air, causing my heart to race even more.
The door opened, revealing a familiar figure before me.
It was Gu Heng.
He looked even thinner than I remembered, his sharply defined face showing signs of fatigue, and a lingering melancholy shadowed his brow. Dressed in a plain long robe, he appeared even more fragile, as if a gust of wind could blow him away.
"What do you want?" His tone was cold and devoid of emotion, as if there were an insurmountable chasm between us.
Looking into his indifferent eyes caused a sharp pain in my heart, as if pricked by a needle.
"Gu Heng," my voice trembled, nearly breaking into tears. "I... I wanted to see you."
He set down the book in his hands, a hint of mockery in his eyes. "Is there anything left for us to discuss? Haven't you already rejected me?"
His words struck like a sharp blade, piercing my heart. I took a deep breath, trying to control my emotions. "I didn't reject you! I don't hate you, not ever!"
He looked at me, a flicker of uncertainty crossing his gaze, but it quickly returned to calm. "Then why are you avoiding me?"
I bit my lip, summoning the courage to speak. "Because... I'm scared."
"Scared of what?" he pressed, his tone laced with confusion.
"I'm scared... I'm scared that I'm not good enough for you." I lowered my head, unable to meet his eyes, tears welling up in my gaze.
He fell silent for a moment before stepping closer, gently lifting my chin. "Xie Wan," his voice was soft and deep, "look at me."
I raised my head and met his intense gaze, which was filled with complex emotions—confusion, disbelief, and a subtle tenderness that was hard to miss.
"You are wonderful," he said earnestly, his tone firm. "You deserve to be loved."
My eyes filled with tears as they streamed down my cheeks, my heart swelling with emotion.
"Gu Heng," I choked out, "I... I was wrong."
"I know," he replied softly, a hint of resignation in his voice.
"Ruan Lang has already told me everything," he continued, a flicker of pain crossing his eyes. "I am not blaming you; I just... don't understand why you suddenly changed your mind."
"Because... Ruan Lang told me that I am the key to destiny," I replied, my voice tinged with confusion. "He said that every move I make will affect everyone's fate."
I recounted Ruan Lang's words about destiny and the Causal Loop, explaining how I had 'awakened' and sharing Ruan Lang's experiences in detail, not daring to withhold anything.
He listened quietly, his eyes reddening as tears brimmed. Suddenly, his emotions surged; he clenched his fists tightly, his body trembling slightly.
I felt a lump in my throat, a mixture of emotions swirling within me.
"Ruan Lang... once spoke to me about similar matters," he said, disbelief lacing his tone as if he were trying to process it all.
Taking a deep breath, I pressed on. "Ruan Lang said that only genuine feelings can align with destiny. I don't want to run away anymore, Gu Heng, I..."
"What is it?" He looked at me, his eyes filled with anticipation.
"I... I want to face all of this with you," I summoned my courage to say, my tone resolute.
(End of chapter)
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