Chapter 139: He’s Jealous

’Apologize? Did this man… just apologize to me?’

Bai Yunxian stopped struggling as he was shocked by the words.

Again.

Again, this man apologized to him.

He was the proud son of heaven ruling over the vast lands and the living things within it. But to think that such a man would apologize to a mere good for nothing, a useless human like Bai Yunxian would be nothing but a dream.

Even though Bai Yunxian knew that Yun Shu wasn’t at fault, or didn’t do something that would make him a villain, he still couldn’t bear it and made a fuss. Because of his useless jealousy, he dared to shout at his benefactor, the one who gave him a new life.

But instead of getting mad back at him, Yun Shu did something that he couldn’t even think of.

He apologized so simply, all just to coax him.

Bai Yunxian didn’t speak up anymore, staying silent as he stopped moving, because the sound of heartbeat coming from Yun Shu was pleasantly loud. Because, Yun Shu had some other thoughts.

’He’s jealous, isn’t it?’

’I don’t know why am I feeling so happy though?’

“I let that old hag touch me for the sake of the mission, I swear I didn’t have any interest in her, nor did I cheat on you.” Yun Shu said as she looked down at Bai Yunxian, who was still pouting even after hearing her explanation, her heart was warm.

“My Lord ignored and avoided me, you did it since that might have gotten me drunk. Even if I did something wrong, you could have consulted one and warned me so that I make sure not to make the same mistake again. You didn’t tell me anything, instead ignoring me completely, you had fun with another woman!”

Bai Yunxian knew that it wasn’t his place to complain about those things, because they had nothing going on. Yun Shu never answered him, he wasn’t sure if he really saw him as a man, not a contract partner.

He didn’t care anymore whether Yun Shu was a man or a woman, because whatever he was, Bai Yunxian had no intention to leave his side.

Even so, the assuring hands that patted his back and encouraged him to speak up made him feel bold enough to complain like this.

If Yun Shu were to push him away after this, then everything would be over for them.

But…

Even if Yun Shu were to push him away, he wouldn’t do the same.

He will do everything to ensure his safety, even if it costs his life… he was prepared to give it away.

“You don’t know what you did wrong, still you say you can accept any punishment I give?” Yun Shu grabbed his chin as she forced it up, making Bai Yunxian look into her eyes.

“Did you remember what happened that night?” Yun Shu asked, her piercing gaze fixated on him.

It was a look that made Bai Yunxian feel excitement and fear at the same time, a bone chilling gaze that she only reserved for her enemies. But there was something else, an emotion hidden beneath that stern exterior that sent shivers down his spine. Instinctively, Bai Yunxian was able to assume that he would be devoured by this man completely, if he didn’t be careful on what to say at this point.

He lowered his gaze from her as his expression turned into a painful one.

How could he not remember what happened that night?

The shameful things that he did were done when he was still drunk, but it was unexpected of him to see that pair of hungry eyes preying on him.

What, weren’t we both at fault if I think this way?

But, no. That wouldn’t be something possible. Maybe, he was also intoxicated at that time. Or else there is no way Lord Yun would look at me like that.

After thinking this, Bai Yunxian was sure of it after confirming Yun Shu who avoided him the very next day.

Even if Bai Yunxian was heartbroken, he didn’t show him any of his emotions. But he felt an uncontrollable rage and jealousy the moment he saw him laugh with another woman.

’I know that I’m not supposed to get in his way of pursuing other women, but I can’t just stand it!’

And now, here they were. Bai Yunxian didn’t know how he should respond.

“I… do.”

Bai Yunxian gulped down his saliva as he finally broke the silence and confessed, but didn’t dare to look up at Yun Shu.

He didn’t know what expression he would have in his face, would it be contempt, or disgust and hate?

He didn’t want to see, he didn’t want to know.

Yun Shu saw the dejected expression on his face, but she didn’t let him be like this for long as she leaned closer to his ears, whispering sweetly, “Then, don’t you understand how hard it is for me, to control myself?”

Her warm breathing tickled Bai Yunxian’s ear and nape, but he didn’t have time to focus on that as his whole body stiffened, looking up at the man with wide eyes full of shock and disbelief.

“W-what?” Bai Yunxian stammered, his legs also felt weak as he stared at Yun Shu, who was staring back at him with a little mischievous smile on her face.

“Honestly, it took you longer to realize than I thought. I think I should’ve been a little more forward in this. Don’t worry, I’ll remember to clearly express myself to you from now on.” His dumbfounded expression was really a sight to see which made Yun Shu very happy.

It was him who didn’t know that this relationship was a straight one, not a crooked one where a man loves another, but a woman loves a man so much that she is willing to take all the burden with a smile on her face.

Not that he needed to know.

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