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Especially now, as she came to her senses and met the puzzled gazes of the man and Frosty, Le Yao Yao wished she could find a hole in the ground to hide in.
However, in the end, Le Yao Yao still lowered her head and nodded vigorously.
"Yes, I understand everything. Thank you, Brother Bai!"
"Hehe, that's good to hear. Now you two should head back! I have something to attend to, so I’ll be leaving first!"
With that, Dongfang Bai turned and left without waiting for Le Yao Yao to say anything more.
His robes fluttered gracefully, like a startled swan, giving off an impression of elegance and clarity.
It felt as if he embodied the sentiment of Xu Zhimo's lines about waving his sleeves without taking a single cloud away...
Seeing this, Le Yao Yao couldn't help but feel a mix of admiration and a hint of disappointment.
After all, this man always appeared out of nowhere whenever she found herself in danger.
Yet every time he saved her from peril, he would quickly vanish afterward.
He was truly like a gentle breeze, elusive and impossible to grasp...
Moreover, up until now, he had saved her twice, but she only just learned his name was Dongfang Bai; everything else about him remained a mystery.
She wondered when they would meet again...
Thinking of this made Le Yao Yao feel a bit forlorn.
However, what she did not know was that her connection with Dongfang Bai was not as simple as just being a lifesaver...
...
Feeling uneasy, Le Yao Yao sent Frosty back once more and then slowly made her way back to Duke Rui's Residence.
After walking for such a long time, Le Yao Yao was already feeling downcast and exhausted.
On top of that, the pain in her waist made it difficult for her to move forward; she gritted her teeth just to make it back.
Originally, when the Chief Eunuch saw that Le Yao Yao had returned so late, he was prepared to scold her.
However, upon noticing Le Yao Yao's discomfort and pale complexion, he merely pressed his lips together tightly.
As Le Yao Yao braced herself for a reprimand, he simply said lightly, "Why aren’t you hurrying back to Elegant Breeze Pavilion to serve the prince? You, as a servant, actually returned later than your master! This is unacceptable!"
Le Yao Yao had long since tuned out the Chief Eunuch's dissatisfied lecture.
Because when she heard that the tyrant had returned, her heart jolted violently, and she felt as if struck by lightning.
Her mind went blank for a moment, and then her beautiful eyes widened as she asked the Chief Eunuch, "What? You mean... the prince... he isn’t... back from fighting pirates already, is he? How could he return so soon?!"
Seeing the shocked expression on Le Yao Yao's face, the Chief Eunuch could only respond with annoyance.
"The prince just returned, and you... hey, I haven't even finished speaking! You little servant..."
Before the Chief Eunuch could finish his words, Le Yao Yao had already dashed off like a gust of wind towards the Elegant Breeze Pavilion, leaving the Chief Eunuch feeling both helpless and irritated.
However, Le Yao Yao didn't care about that anymore. Upon hearing that the living hell was back, she felt as if she had instantly transformed into a fully charged battery; the pain in her waist suddenly vanished!
At this moment, the only thought in her mind was—
I really want to see him!
Le Yao Yao couldn't understand what was happening to her heart.
Clearly, she was afraid of this living hell, terrified even. After everything that had happened, she disliked him even more and just wanted to get away from him.
Yet, when he truly left her sight, she found herself paradoxically missing him.
Oh my!
Am I going crazy!?
Le Yao Yao felt conflicted and frustrated inside, but her feet showed no sign of stopping...
Perhaps she really was going mad!
Meanwhile, in the Elegant Breeze Pavilion study—
At this moment, three young men, each as handsome as a deity yet distinct in their own ways, were present.
The man seated in the Rosewood Chair wore a pure blue high-quality Silk Robe, with silver threads intricately embroidered to depict swirling clouds at the collar and cuffs.
As Beautiful As Jade, his features were strikingly defined, radiating a vibrant energy that made him appear like a sunny young man at first glance.
Beside the Blue-Clad Man sat a Cold Man, whose aura was entirely different.
Draped in a black Robe, he wore a belt adorned with silver trim around his waist.
His Silk Robe was embroidered with poppy patterns, making him resemble a poppy flower blooming alluringly in the night—a tempting sight yet laced with deadly poison.
Opposite these two was a man dressed in white.
This white-clad man was lanky and strikingly handsome.
His Black Hair flowed like a waterfall, and his white attire fluttered gracefully, giving off an aura akin to a gentle breeze that brought comfort to those who beheld him.
These three men—one cold, one sunny, and one warm—were all so stunning that they could make anyone swoon in admiration.
At this moment, Nangong Junxi, dressed in blue, was sipping tea while animatedly recounting the events at Mount Tai to the man in white beside him.
"Old Bai, you really have no idea! My senior brother is truly remarkable! The pirates over at Mount Tai were so rampant that they gave us quite a headache. But once my senior brother stepped in, he swiftly took off the Pirate Leader's head. Without their leader, those pirates scattered like loose sand, and we defeated them effortlessly. It was such a satisfying victory!"
The man in white, referred to as Old Bai, simply sipped his fragrant tea with an elegant demeanor and replied with a warm smile.
"I had heard about those pirates long ago. Now that you’ve dealt with them, the fishermen who rely on the sea can finally live in peace."
"Haha, of course! But senior brother, you seem a bit strange lately!"
At this point, Nangong Junxi suddenly turned to Leng Junyu, who had been silent throughout the conversation.
Called out by name, Leng Junyu slowly turned his head. His cold eyes flickered slightly as he asked in a calm tone.
"What do you mean by strange?"
"You just don’t know! Remember that day when you hurriedly summoned me to Mount Tai, claiming there was a great pirate threat? Those pirates had others to deal with them; there was no need for you to rush over. Yet you did so as if there was some urgent matter. Once there, you seemed anxious all day long. Most alarmingly, during such a crisis, you recklessly charged into the pirates' den. Thankfully your martial arts are commendable, but with so many pirates around, if they had reacted quickly, even if you were a living hell, you would have ended up as a dead one. I’m telling you, senior brother, are you feeling unwell lately? Since Old Bai is here, why don’t you let him take a look at you?"
Upon hearing Nangong Junxi's words, Leng Junyu merely pressed his lips together lightly and furrowed his brow as a hint of confusion crossed his gaze.
Could it be that he truly was as his junior brother described?
Perhaps he really had been acting unlike himself recently!
Especially that night. After being drugged with an aphrodisiac, he should have sought out a woman to relieve the effects. Instead, he had sought out that little eunuch...
Now, whenever he thinks back to that day, the image of that person struggling beneath him, the look of confusion on his face, those flowing tears, and that pitiful gaze all stir a mix of pity and desire within him.
However, he also knows that after that night, it is likely that 'he' never wants to see him again.
After all, on that day, 'he' had explicitly stated his intention to leave the palace. The determination in his words left no room for attachment. Was there truly nothing within the palace that would make 'him' reluctant to leave? Perhaps... him...
Because of what happened that day, facing 'his' accusatory gaze and resolute demeanor as he prepared to depart made him feel a sense of trepidation.
God knows, throughout his life, nothing had ever made him feel uneasy or afraid.
But now, he fears that 'he' might actually leave.
Once again uttering words of departure. Thus, upon receiving news the next day about rampant pirates at Mount Tai causing fishermen to weep in despair, he immediately volunteered to go there and eliminate the pirates.
Originally, he just intended to use this time to clear his mind. After all, he had begun to notice changes within himself lately.
However, unexpectedly, on the very first day at Mount Tai, he found himself missing that little one. He couldn't help but wonder how 'he' would react after his departure!
Would he be happy and excited, eager to celebrate with firecrackers? Or would he feel unhappy and dejected?
Perhaps the former was more likely?
However, despite that, he still really wanted to... 'him'...
By the next day, although he was at Mount Tai, his heart had already flown back to Duke Rui's Residence.
He wished he could grow a pair of wings and fly back to Duke Rui's Residence to see how 'he' was doing...
By the third day, he had become anxious and restless. For in the three days since leaving the royal residence, all that filled his mind and dreams were the smiles and frowns of that Little One. He realized he was deeply infatuated and trapped in his feelings...
So, this morning, in order to return as soon as possible to see that Little One, he recklessly charged into the pirate den. Knowing it was a rash decision, he still fought fiercely and beheaded the Pirate Leader under countless sharp blades, causing the pirates to scatter like sand.
At that moment, he understood that everything else no longer mattered because he was finally able to return to see that Little One, even if it came at a cost...
His thoughts began to drift when he suddenly felt two gazes land on him simultaneously. Leng Junyu snapped back to reality and, not wanting anyone to bring up his matters again, lightly changed the subject.
"Bai, how are your affairs progressing?"
Until Leng Junyu shifted the topic, the man in white did not press further, even though he was quite interested in his friend's situation.
However, upon hearing Leng Junyu's words, the originally smiling face of the man in white suddenly darkened with sorrow. His tone carried a hint of sadness.
"Recently, I received news that she was rescued back then but was sold by Wolf Fang and eventually ended up in a brothel. So for these past few days, I've been searching for her there personally, but I still haven't found her..."
As he spoke those last words, his voice was filled with lingering sorrow and deep self-reproach.
"If I hadn't let go of her hand back then, she wouldn't have been swept away by the flood. It's all my fault..."
As he spoke, the narrow eyes of the man in white gradually filled with a misty sheen, reflecting deep remorse.
His voice trembled with emotion.
Upon hearing the words of the man in white, there was a moment of silence in the study, and the atmosphere became heavy with tension.
Finally, Leng Junyu realized he had once again touched upon the painful memories of his friend. Seeing his brother's sorrowful expression, Leng Junyu was at a loss for how to comfort him. He simply pressed his thin lips together and said softly, "If you need help, just speak up."
Though Leng Junyu's tone was calm, those who knew him understood that this was his way of showing concern for his friends.
Despite his cold demeanor, he ultimately valued loyalty and familial bonds above all.
"Thank you," the man in white replied, managing a faint smile that did little to mask the lingering sadness etched on his brow.
Nangong Junxi, observing this exchange, recognized that his brother had once again fallen into a deep sense of guilt.
The three of them were well aware of each other's struggles.
Although they were not sworn brothers with Old Bai, they had shared life-and-death experiences together in the past. Thus, witnessing his brother's pain stirred discomfort within Nangong Junxi as well.
Then, as if struck by a sudden thought, Nangong Junxi asked abruptly.
"By the way, Old Bai, what distinguishing features does your sister have? You've only heard that she was sold into a brothel. Does she have any special marks? After all, you haven't seen her in sixteen years; she was just a baby in swaddling clothes back then. Now that she's grown, are you really going to the brothel just to see which girl looks like your sister?"
Nangong Junxi's words were blunt, but they made the man in white suddenly flush. After a moment of silence, he finally spoke.
"There’s a red mole on the left side of my sister's butt."
"A red mole!?"
Upon hearing the man's words, Nangong Junxi first murmured in confusion, then slowly took a sip of tea. However, before he could swallow it, he seemed to realize something and suddenly spat the tea out with a 'pfft.'
Fortunately, the man in white dodged just in time and avoided getting splashed.
After spitting out the tea, Nangong Junxi stared at the man with wide, incredulous Peach Blossom Eyes and asked tentatively, "So you've been going to brothels looking for your sister? That means you're checking out each girl's... butt!?"
"Cough cough..."
Hearing Nangong Junxi's blunt remark, even the man in white couldn't help but cough lightly, and Leng Junyu beside him also twitched his mouth slightly.
The flush on the man in white's handsome face deepened, revealing his embarrassment without reservation. Even without saying anything, his silence was an acknowledgment.
In the study, there was a moment of silence. Everyone suddenly found themselves at a loss for words.
This awkward silence lingered until the sudden sound of hurried footsteps broke the tranquility of the room.
Upon hearing those footsteps, Leng Junyu, who had been indifferent, suddenly showed a glimmer of interest in his Cold Eyes.
It was like a shooting star streaking across the night sky, too fast to be captured.
Nangong Junxi immediately raised his handsome eyebrows and turned to look toward the door, his eyes sparkling with unmasked excitement and anticipation.
The expressions of these two caught the attention of the man in white. Noticing the unusual demeanor of Leng Junyu and Nangong Junxi, he felt a slight surprise, followed by curiosity, and turned his gaze toward the source of the footsteps.
After all, if Nangong Junxi was reacting this way, it must be someone extraordinary who could capture the attention of this cold and unyielding figure, who rarely smiled or seemed to care about anything. He was eager to find out what kind of person possessed such charm!
With that thought in mind, the man in white looked toward the door with growing anticipation and curiosity.
Le Yao Yao had no idea that three people in the study were eagerly waiting for her.
At that moment, she felt an overwhelming sense of excitement coursing through her.
Especially as she got closer to the study, her heart felt like it was about to soar.
Even Le Yao Yao herself didn't realize just how fast she was running.
Those in the Wang residence only caught a glimpse of a white shadow flash by, and within moments, it vanished from sight, leaving them wondering if they had imagined it.
Le Yao Yao had no idea about this, as all her thoughts were focused on the person in the study.
It had been three days since she last saw him, and deep down, she realized that she missed him a little more than she expected.
During those three days without seeing him, Le Yao Yao felt as if her heart was missing a piece.
However, when she rushed into the study and saw that tall, lanky figure along with his stern and cold face, the piece of her heart that had been missing finally returned.
Just moments ago, when she learned he was back, she had been so excited that she wanted to appear before him immediately.
Now that she finally saw him, her mind went blank for an instant; she couldn't think of anything. She just stood there foolishly, staring intently at the handsome man before her, who looked like a noble deity.
His black hair flowed like a waterfall, and he wore mysterious black clothing that exuded an aura of dominance over the world.
His deep and cold features carried an air of aloofness that kept others at bay, yet they were so captivating that he was undeniably unforgettable—a true beauty among mortals.
This very man had been haunting her thoughts for the past three days, leaving her feeling frustrated and conflicted. She wondered if she was sick or perhaps going crazy for missing him.
But now that he was right in front of her, she found herself at a loss once again.
Oh dear, what was happening to her?
As Le Yao Yao gazed at the man before her with confusion and conflict in her heart, Leng Junyu quietly observed her as well.
Looking at this little one, although she wore a simple white long robe, it accentuated her petite and delicate figure. She resembled a celestial being who had descended to the mortal realm—carved from jade and so adorable that one couldn't help but be captivated.
Especially after the hurried run just now, the Little One's originally fair and smooth Cheeks now bore a faint blush, making 'him' look like a perfectly ripe Peach, so tempting!
In an instant, Leng Junyu felt his heart skip a few beats. The calm lake of his heart seemed to have been disturbed by a small stone, creating ripples upon ripples...
His heart felt somewhat at ease!
He didn't know how he had spent the past three days.
Every night and every day, whenever he had a moment to spare, the image of this Little One—every smile and frown—would flash before his eyes. Each time he thought it was real, that 'he' had truly appeared, he would reach out to touch, only for 'him' to vanish instantly.
Moreover, during those three days on Mount Tai, he felt incredibly anxious and restless.
He wondered how 'he' had been during these days. Would 'he' stubbornly want to leave!?
He feared that when he returned, the Elegant Breeze Pavilion would be empty...
Especially when he had just come back and learned from the Chief Eunuch that 'he' had suddenly taken a token and left the residence at noon. It struck him like a bolt of lightning. He wanted nothing more than to rush out and find 'him', but he held himself back.
If 'he' chose to leave stubbornly, even if he found 'him' again, he could only keep 'his' body but not 'his' heart. What good would that do!?
But now, seeing the real 'him' appear before him, Leng Junyu finally felt at peace...
As Leng Junyu and Le Yao Yao locked eyes, it seemed as though the entire world consisted only of the two of them; everything else faded away from their sight and concern, automatically ignored.
Someone watching this felt an uncomfortable sensation in their heart.
And this person is naturally Nangong Junxi!
In fact, during the three days away from the Wangfu, he missed this Little Servant very much!
However, he felt that continuing like this was not a solution, so he forced himself not to think about 'him'. But later he realized that he was simply being foolish.
This Little Servant seemed to carry a kind of magic.
The more time he spent with 'him', the more 'he' would unknowingly seep into his blood and penetrate his bones. By the time he realized it, he was already deeply trapped and unable to extricate himself...
So, when his senior brother called him to Mount Tai, he agreed. However, when he truly left the Wangfu and thought about how long it would be before he saw 'him' again, it made him anxious. Every night, as he lay in bed, he tossed and turned, unable to sleep...
But now, seeing this Little Servant once again brought joy to Nangong Junxi's heart. Unfortunately, as soon as this Little Servant entered, his eyes were only on his senior brother. Could it be that he really couldn't compete with his senior brother!?
Thinking of this made a trace of pain and desolation flash through Nangong Junxi's eyes.
And this scene happened to fall into the sight of the man in white nearby, who looked on with a hint of surprise.
What surprised him the most was that the usually unamused living Yama could actually care about someone—this carefree Seventh Prince—was actually 'him'!
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