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If she, Xia Huxin, was determined about a man, would she protect him even more fiercely?
Gu Xuanhong was extremely curious about this! There were not many things that could pique the curiosity of Gu Family Hong Ye, and this curiosity naturally meant he had to take action.
Gu Xuanhong was more than happy to answer Huxin's question.
"This place you mentioned yesterday. It's not unfamiliar." Gu Xuanhong said lazily. Although his expression remained calm, there was an undeniable hint of indulgence in his voice.
"The Xuanyuan Family's Secret Prison!" Huxin blurted out.
The reason for her quick response was that she recalled what Liu Yuren had said earlier about the relationship between Xuanyuan Jinzhi and the Xuanyuan Family. It was the only place that could make Xuanyuan Jinzhi too afraid to step in while also fulfilling the requirement she had mentioned just yesterday—naturally, it was the Xuanyuan Family's Secret Prison.
"I'll take you there." Gu Xuanhong said as he stood up. Huxin happened to turn her head to look at him; he stood right beside her. Although he looked down at her from a higher position, his demeanor exuded a lazy elegance and nobility. Yet at this moment, Huxin felt as if he was leading her and standing on equal ground with her.
This man, who appeared mysterious and aloof in the eyes of others, now seemed to embody a different kind of compromise and tranquility in Huxin's view.
"If you want to go, find me, find Xuan Yuan Ling, or find Weidong. Your Master Hong is not your only option." Liu Yuren said as he slowly stood up as well. For a moment, the atmosphere in the air became increasingly oppressive and tense.
Weidong awkwardly smiled; he wanted to leave this contentious place with Miss Xia as soon as possible. Although A Cup of Vast Sea was his territory, once Gu Xuanhong or Liu Yuren arrived, it was hard to say whose territory it truly was.
In any case, it was unlikely to remain Weidong's territory.
Gu Xuanhong, however, maintained his composure as he looked at Huxin. There were very few people who could capture his undivided attention like this.
He looked at her comfortably, but Huxin felt goosebumps all over from his intense gaze.
This man's eyes are enchanting and captivating, but why must he be so good-looking? It's enough to make both gods and men feel indignant.
"If she seeks Xuan Yuan Ling, it means she owes Xuan Yuan Ling a favor. To repay this favor involves not only the Xia Family but also the Xuanyuan Family. It would reignite the conflict between the Xuanyuan Family and Xuanyuan Jinzhi. As previously mentioned, Xuan Yuan Ling's mother said before her death that the Xuanyuan Family should not have further conflicts with Xuanyuan Jinzhi. There are countless people in the Vast Continent waiting to see the Xuanyuan Family in-fighting. If Huxin becomes the instigator of this incident, wouldn't that also drag the entire Xia Family into it?
As for Weidong, Huxin has just met him. Although they hit it off and consider each other confidants, Weidong is only responsible for gathering information, not for taking her there. The rules of the martial world are unspoken; just because I don't say them and you don't say them doesn't mean Huxin is unaware. Weidong still has to continue navigating this world. If Huxin speaks up and he agrees, it would mean violating the rules of the martial world. If he refuses, it would imply he is sweet-talking a friend while being insincere. Such a difficult situation is something Huxin cannot create.
As for seeking you... what for? Are you planning to return to Border Defense, or do you have land and treasures in this capital? Compared to these, I Gu Xuanhong dare say that even the palace cannot compare to my Ancient Family Mansion's treasures.
When Gu Xuanhong mentioned Huxin's camaraderie with Weidong, there was an obvious expression of gritted teeth on his face. Although that expression flashed by quickly, the Black Eagle who had followed Gu Xuanhong for many years saw it clearly.
The Black Eagle couldn't help but shiver.
After serving his master for so many years, it seemed... no, it was certain. It was definitely the first time he heard his master speak so much at once—without pause—it was simply... too cool. Too incredible! Countless "too" cannot describe the excitement and tension in the Black Eagle's heart at this moment.
Gu Xuanhong's hand was right in front of him; Huxin was not accustomed to shaking hands with someone she wasn't familiar with, especially someone as cunning and intelligent as Gu Xuanhong.
Gu Xuanhong's analysis was spot on; this man possesses the ability to understand anyone's thoughts in the world. Whenever something happens or is about to happen, it automatically sets off a sequence of beginnings, developments, and conclusions in his mind.
His precision is so remarkable that not even the slightest detail could be miscalculated.
Liu Yuren is certainly clever but is too steady and lacks decisiveness. Perhaps on the battlefield he can kill hundreds single-handedly, but in life, Gu Xuanhong's ruthlessness is beyond what ordinary people can compare.
Liu Yuren's expression slightly stiffened before he smiled nonchalantly. Although he only had one eye, who is General Liu? Even with just one eye, he remains handsome and dashing enough to catch anyone's attention.
Especially at this moment when he just calculated that Huxin would choose him.
Indeed...
In the next moment, Huxin stood up and walked around Gu Xuanhong to stand in front of him. Although she did not directly shake off Gu Xuanhong's hand, her blatant disregard for his authority in front of Black Hawk was enough to make Weidong, who was dumbfounded, break into a sweat.
Gu Xuanhong could read anyone's thoughts, including those of the Vast Emperor, but he had completely miscalculated Huxin's heart. The more accurately he understood her, the greater the risk he faced in the end.
Once, Huxin lived in modern times where every day was a careful calculation of people's hearts. Now that she was in this ancient setting, all she wanted was a carefree life. She did not need to partner with someone to become wealthy; she simply wanted to live freely and comfortably. Perhaps one day in the future, after having enough of this kind of life, she would return to the thrilling existence of fighting and scheming in modern times. But at this moment, all she desired was to live as she pleased.
Because she did not know when she might wake up one day and suddenly find herself back in modern times, living a life arranged by her family.
Given this, why shouldn't she live each day here with joy and abandon?
The opinions of others, their speculations, their concerns and dissatisfaction were all insignificant clouds in the face of the freedom she sought.
Thus, Gu Xuanhong's cleverness at this moment transformed into the very clouds he least wanted to see.
"I hate it when others can predict everything with precision; what’s the point? What’s the feeling? Even Sun Wukong couldn't foresee that he would eventually fall in love with Zixia Fairy. And didn’t Zixia Fairy say that while she guessed the beginning, she couldn’t predict the ending? What does it matter if one is a deity? They too have moments of helplessness and tears! Moreover, we are all mere mortals. You indeed guessed my thoughts correctly, but you, Master Hong, forgot one thing: you guessed my thoughts from a moment ago, not those of now.
A person's heart can change, especially once it is spoken; it no longer holds true. Isn’t that so?"
Huxin's words struck heavily on Gu Xuanhong's heart, lingering for a long time without fading.
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