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With a cold snort, Aotian Xue turned her gaze away.
At that moment, Leng Yixuan finally turned his head and asked Xin'er, "Where did you go just now? I've been looking for you."
His voice was gentle, and his gaze toward Xin'er was filled with tenderness. Even a blind person could see his affection for her.
Aotianqi and Aotian Xue exchanged glances, their expressions shifting as they observed the scene.
Unaware of the looks on Aotianqi and Aotian Xue's faces, Xin'er began to explain upon hearing Leng Yixuan's words.
"I'm sorry, Xuan. I didn't mean to worry you."
Seeing Leng Yixuan's concerned expression, Xin'er felt a wave of guilt wash over her. Her delicate face, resembling white jade, showed a slight frown as her sparkling eyes reflected her remorseful demeanor, making her appear even more endearing.
No matter how angry one might be, encountering such a charming figure would surely extinguish any fire of rage—especially for Leng Yixuan at that moment.
Noticing Xin'er's apologetic look, Leng Yixuan reached out his large hand and gently ruffled her hair. With a soft smile, he spoke in a warm tone that melted hearts. "Silly girl, I’m not looking for an apology; I just want you to be safe."
"Mm."
Hearing Leng Yixuan's words made Xin'er nod lightly, warmth spreading through her heart.
Seeing her obedient demeanor brought a smile to Leng Yixuan's lips.
His heart, which had been lifted high, finally sank.
Heaven knows how terrified he was when he learned that Xin'er was missing.
Although this was the palace, behind its magnificent facade lay countless hidden truths.
Here, a person's life was as cheap as grass.
He feared that something unfortunate had happened to Xin'er...
Fortunately, she was safe now.
Thinking of this, Leng Yixuan let out a sigh of relief. He reached out without regard for the others present and took Xin'er's delicate hand, as white as jade.
Seeing this, Xin'er blushed and, noticing the onlookers, tried to pull her hand back.
However, the man's grip, though gentle in appearance, was as strong as iron, holding her small hand firmly in his palm and refusing to let go.
Seeing Leng Yixuan act this way, Xin'er was taken aback for a moment but then decided to let him be.
Leng Yixuan noticed this and smiled warmly at Xin'er.
"Let's go back!"
"Ah, right! Xuan, just now the Third Prince got injured while saving me."
Upon hearing Leng Yixuan's words, Xin'er seemed to recall something and immediately spoke up.
At her words, Leng Yixuan's handsome face froze for a moment before he quickly instructed the eunuch behind him to summon the Imperial Physician.
The eunuch complied and promptly turned to leave.
Leng Yixuan turned and spoke to Aotianqi.
"Thank you, Third Prince, for saving Xin'er. If you ever need anything in the future, please feel free to ask."
Her tone was calm and indifferent.
Upon hearing this, Aotianqi looked at Leng Yixuan with a similarly neutral expression before shifting his gaze to Xin'er. Whether it was intentional or not, he said, "I saved her willingly."
His voice carried a sense of determination and an underlying message.
Unfortunately, Xin'er did not understand.
After hearing Aotianqi's words, she sincerely replied, "Thank you, Third Prince."
"Heh, saving you isn't something that can be repaid with just a thank you," Aotianqi said with a smile that revealed a hint of mischief and deeper meaning.
Seeing this, Xin'er was momentarily taken aback. She blinked her beautiful eyes and asked, "Oh, then how does the Third Prince want me to repay you?"
Since he had saved her, it was only natural for him to have some requests. Xin'er felt there was nothing wrong with that.
However, she did not realize that Aotianqi had been waiting for her to say those words.
Upon hearing Xin'er’s words, Aotianqi couldn't help but smile and replied, "I haven't thought of it yet. When I do, I'll let you know."
After saying this, Aotianqi's gaze swept over Leng Yixuan's face, revealing a hint of arrogance and pride.
Seeing this, Leng Yixuan's beautifully arched eyebrows furrowed slightly. After all, the man's sensitivity made Leng Yixuan aware that this young man had intentions toward Xin'er!
However, even so, what did it matter!?
Xin'er was his; no one could take her away!
...
Afterward, Leng Yixuan took Xin'er's hand and bid farewell to Aotianqi and the others. Aotianqi, having sustained injuries, returned to his palace to rest.
Leng Yixuan then led Xin'er back to Feilong Palace, but along the way, he seemed lost in thought and remained silent.
Noticing his unusual demeanor, Xin'er felt that something was on Leng Yixuan's mind and couldn't help but ask curiously, "Xuan, what are you thinking about?"
Hearing Xin'er's question, Leng Yixuan turned to meet her curious beautiful eyes. His red lips parted as he spoke, "Xin'er, in the future, try to avoid interacting with that Third Prince."
"Ah!? Why!?"
Upon hearing Leng Yixuan's words, Xin'er couldn't help but ask in surprise.
Although she felt that she and the Third Prince were like two unrelated lines that would never intersect again, it seemed that Xuan cared a lot, which puzzled Xin'er.
When Leng Yixuan heard Xin'er's response, he mistakenly thought she was concerned about the Third Prince. His handsome brows furrowed slightly as he asked, "Xin'er, what kind of person do you think the Third Prince is?"
Hearing Leng Yixuan's question, Xin'er was confused about why he would ask such a thing, but she still answered truthfully. "I don't really know him well, but I feel like he's a good person."
Thinking back to how she had fallen from the tree and how the Third Prince had used his body as a cushion for her, Xin'er had a favorable impression of him. After all, he was a distinguished Third Prince who disregarded his own safety to save her. That surely proved he was not a bad person, right?
As Xin'er contemplated this, she failed to notice that after she spoke, Leng Yixuan's handsome brows furrowed slightly.
From the moment he first saw that young man looking at Xin'er from behind the stage, he knew that this boy had feelings for her.
However, this was not surprising; after all, his Xin'er was so charming and incredibly sweet. Her breathtaking beauty and innocent nature evoked a deep sense of pity in others, making them want to give her the best of everything and protect her at all costs.
Yet, when it came to anyone who dared to covet Xin'er, Leng Yixuan never took them seriously. He was confident that none of them were his match.
But this Third Prince...
He held a prestigious status, and the Qi Kingdom was a powerful nation on par with the Heavenly Origin.
According to reliable sources, the Qi Emperor was aging. Although he had more than ten sons, most of them were insignificant figures.
Only the First Prince had a powerful maternal family, and then there was the Third Prince of the Qi Kingdom.
The Third Prince, despite losing his mother at a young age, was exceptionally intelligent and favored by the Qi Emperor.
Moreover, two months ago, a significant incident occurred in the Qi Kingdom: the First Prince suddenly went mad, and very few knew the details.
However, based on credible information, it was certain that the First Prince's sudden madness was related to this Third Prince.
Now, among the two princes most likely to ascend to the throne of the Qi Kingdom, one had become useless, leaving only this current Third Prince as the most probable candidate for the throne.
Thus, Leng Yixuan felt a sense of unease.
Although with the Third Prince's current abilities, it was impossible for him to compete for women against him, there was an underlying worry in his heart.
It seemed that something significant was about to happen.
This feeling left Leng Yixuan anxious.
He recalled having a similar feeling before when Xin'er had been trapped in a sea of flames, nearly losing her life.
Now, as this ominous feeling surged within him again, it felt as if he might lose Xin'er…
The mere thought of losing Xin'er made Leng Yixuan's heart clench painfully.
It felt as if someone had plunged a knife deep into his chest, brutally tearing out his heart.
Realizing this, Leng Yixuan's face immediately twisted in pain, and he pressed a hand tightly against his aching heart.
His footsteps came to an abrupt halt.
Noticing Leng Yixuan's unusual demeanor, Xin'er’s face was instantly clouded with concern and urgency as she exclaimed, “Xuan, what’s wrong? Why is your face so pale? Are you feeling unwell?”
Her eyes were filled with worry, almost to the point of tears.
Seeing Xin'er in such a state made Leng Yixuan's heart warm.
After all, in this world, besides his family, Xin'er was the only one who genuinely cared for him…
Therefore, Xin'er was his; he absolutely could not let her leave him.
Moreover, no one could take Xin'er away from him!
With that thought in mind, Leng Yixuan suddenly stretched out his arms and pulled Xiner's petite body into his embrace.
The force was so strong that it felt as if he wanted to embed her within himself.
Xin'er winced in pain but didn’t dare to cry out; she simply allowed him to hold her tightly.
For some reason, she suddenly felt that the man before her was very scared at that moment.
As if he feared losing her.
Sensing this, Xin'er relaxed her body and let him hold her close.
Her hands gradually moved to caress the broad back of the man, gently embracing him in return.
At that moment, a low and slightly anxious voice reached her ears.
"Xin'er, promise me you won't leave me in this lifetime, okay?!"
Hearing his words, Xin'er's eyes softened as she nodded and replied, "Yes, Xuan, I promise I will never be apart from you in this lifetime."
Her tone was gentle, yet it carried an unwavering determination.
Upon hearing this, Leng Yixuan's previously chaotic and fearful heart began to settle down.
He could only hope that the unease and worries he felt were just his overthinking.
He hoped…
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