Four people walked to a small grove together, and Wu Yunxiao suddenly stopped and said, "It's getting late, let's go back tomorrow." Li Yue agreed, nodding and saying, "Okay, everyone is tired today, let's go back tomorrow." In the moonlight, the four decided to rest in the small grove and return to the camp the next day. In the quiet forest at night, only the sound of the gentle wind blowing through the leaves could be heard. Wu Yunxiao and Li Yue sat side by side under a large tree, both silent, as if enjoying this rare moment of tranquility.
After the battle with the black bear, their tacit understanding and trust deepened further. Wu Yunxiao couldn't help but recall the scene of fighting the black bear with Li Yue and meeting her for the first time in the grain store. Li Yue was also immersed in her own thoughts, remembering Wu Yunxiao's bravery and decisiveness during the fight with the black bear, which brought a warm feeling to her heart. Suddenly, Wu Yunxiao broke the silence, "You are the Young Master of Qingli City, aren't you?"
Li Yue was slightly stunned, not expecting Wu Yunxiao to suddenly mention her identity. She nodded gently and asked, "Hmm? How did you know?"
Wu Yunxiao smiled gently, "Actually, I already knew your identity the first time I saw you."
Li Yue couldn't help feeling a bit surprised and asked, "What do you mean?" When Wu Yunxiao mentioned what the shop assistant at the grain shop had said, Li Yue suddenly realized. Wu Yunxiao continued, "In the grain shop, that assistant mentioned the Young Master inadvertently. I noticed you at that moment, and combined with your demeanor and speech, your identity was beyond doubt."
After hearing this, Li Yue couldn't help but admire Wu Yunxiao's keenness and insight. She smiled slightly and said, "I see. But couldn't you have just asked me directly?"
Wu Yunxiao didn't answer, just smiled. Li Yue also returned the smile, and in her heart, she began to ponder about this Wu Yunxiao. Since he could perceive her identity so keenly, why did he conceal his own? She couldn't help but become even more curious about Wu Yunxiao.
The night is as dark as ink, with twinkling stars scattered across the sky. Li Yue and Wu Yunxiao sit side by side, gazing up at the brilliant starry sky, as if everything is in perfect harmony.
At this moment, Wu Yunxiao breaks the silence and whispers, "For a woman, your martial arts skills are quite impressive."
Li Yue chuckles softly, "What? In your eyes, is a woman supposed to be frail and delicate?"
Wu Yunxiao was slightly stunned, then smiled and shook his head, saying, "It's not that, it's just that you are the most unique among the women I have met."
Li Yue listened and sighed softly, "Perhaps the women in this world have been bound for too long. But I have been without a mother since I was young, so my father has been especially tolerant of me."
Looking at Li Yue's profile, Wu Yunxiao's eyes flashed with a hint of complex emotion, "I see."
The two fell into silence again, as if both were drawn in by the starry sky. After a while, Li Yue broke the silence, "Oh, by the way, I haven't asked you why you want to hide your identity?"
Wu Yunxiao withdrew his gaze, remained silent for a while, as if weighing whether to answer the question. Finally, he took a deep breath and said, "Actually, there's no specific reason. I just came out for a walk and didn't want to attract too much attention."
Li Yue frowned slightly upon hearing this, "Is it that simple?"
Wu Yunxiao nodded, "It's that simple." He looked up at the starry sky, his eyes shimmering with profound light.
Li Yue gazed at Wu Yunxiao's profile, which appeared particularly mysterious in the faint starlight. She felt that he seemed to have a secret unknown to others, but since he was unwilling to share, she wouldn't insist. The two of them sat side by side, each immersed in their own thoughts.
Wu Yunxiao's gaze remained fixed on the starry sky, but his heart was not as calm as it seemed on the surface. "Li Yue," he called softly, his voice tinged with a hint of hesitation.
"Hmm?" Li Yue turned her head and looked at him.
Wu Yunxiao hesitated for a moment, then finally decided to speak up: "I... have something on my mind, not sure if I should say it?"
Li Yue was slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "What is it? Go ahead and say it."
Wu Yunxiao hesitated for a moment, as if preparing himself for what he was about to say. He slowly spoke, "Are you going to marry someone else tomorrow?"
Li Yue was slightly taken aback, her eyes gradually dimming as she nodded gently and said in a low voice, "Yes. Tomorrow's victor will be the one I marry." There was a hint of resignation and sadness in Li Yue's tone, stirring up indescribable emotions in Wu Yunxiao's heart. He looked at Li Yue with a flash of determination in his eyes, as if he had made an important decision.
"Are you willing to marry someone you don't know at all?" Wu Yunxiao asked.
Li Yue was stunned, she didn't expect Wu Yunxiao to ask such a question. She looked up at the starry sky, her eyes shimmering with complex emotions. After a long pause, she spoke with a hint of sadness and helplessness in her voice: "Whether I... want to or not, it's not that important."
Li Yue's words made Wu Yunxiao's heart sink. He looked at Li Yue with a mix of confusion and puzzlement. He couldn't understand why Li Yue would view her marriage with such despair, and why she would think her own wishes were not important.
Wu Yunxiao took a deep breath and said solemnly, "Do you trust me?"
Li Yue was a little dazed. She turned her head and hesitated for a moment. Then, she slowly nodded and whispered, "I believe."
Wu Yunxiao gazed at Li Yue with a hint of determination in his eyes. He took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "Alright, then wait for me, wait for me to marry you."
Wu Yunxiao's words were like a gentle breeze, lightly brushing across Li Yue's heart, causing ripples to emerge. She looked at him, her eyes filled with surprise and confusion.
"What...what do you mean?" Li Yue's voice trembled, she couldn't believe what she was hearing. Wu Yunxiao gazed at Li Yue, his eyes shining with determination. He slowly reached out and held Li Yue's hand, saying in a deep voice, "I want to marry you. Whether you want to or not, I will marry you." Li Yue was shocked, her eyes filled with disbelief. "Why...why are you doing this?" Li Yue's voice trembled, still unable to believe what she was hearing.
Wu Yunxiao gazed at Li Yue with a determined light in his eyes. He tightly held Li Yue's hand and said in a deep voice, "There's no why, I just took a liking to you and want to marry you, it's that simple."
Wu Yunxiao's eyes were like the stars in the night sky, bright and resolute. He looked deeply at Li Yue and his tone revealed an unquestionable determination, "Li Yue, I want to marry you."
Li Yue's heart was like a stormy sea, shock and confusion mingled in her eyes. She tried to pull her hand away, but Wu Yunxiao held on even tighter.
"Wu Yunxiao, you're crazy!" Li Yue exclaimed in a low voice, her tone filled with panic and confusion.
A cold smile tugged at the corner of Wu Yunxiao's mouth as he tightened his grip on Li Yue's hand, his gaze firm and chilling. "Crazy! Yes! I am crazy!"
Li Yue looked at him, trying to free her hand, but Wu Yunxiao held on even tighter. "Do you know what the consequences will be, Wu Yunxiao?" Li Yue asked angrily.
Wu Yunxiao slightly curled his lips and tightly grasped Li Yue's hand, saying coldly, "What consequences? Isn't it just a hunting competition? After tomorrow, you will know the result. Just trust me."
Li Yue gazed at him, tears shimmering in her eyes, her heart in turmoil. She recalled all they had been through and knew that her feelings could not be ignored. If she had to choose to marry someone, why not choose someone who loved her?
"Wu Yunxiao, I..." Li Yue's voice trembled, but her eyes had already told Wu Yunxiao everything - she was willing to be with him.
Wu Yunxiao smiled faintly and said in a deep voice, "Just trust me." After speaking, he tightly grasped Li Yue's hand, as if wanting to merge her into his own body.
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