met free 184. Expressing one's feelings
184. Expressing one's feelings
Looking around the room, Xiao Yan asked Yang Lingyan, "What does all this mean?"
Yang Lingyan also said, "Brother Xiao, Miss Ya Fei is deeply in love with you. Since you're leaving the Jia Ma Empire, I plan to make Sister Ya Fei the Empress of the entire Jia Ma Empire!"
"The real person in charge of the relocation of civilians in the current Jia Ma Empire is actually Miss Ya Fei. Such ability is rare even in the entire Northwest Region."
Xiao Yan said somewhat displeased, "Then what do you mean now?"
"Brother Xiao, you so directly dissolved Miss Ya Fei's engagement. Didn't you have any ulterior motives? Don't worry, if Miss Xun'er blames me in the future, I will definitely..."
Xiao Yan frowned, interrupting Yang Lingyan abruptly, his tone laced with anger: "Enough, stop fooling around!"
Originally, Ya Fei was too nervous to speak even after Xiao Yan arrived. Seeing Xiao Yan's current state, she quickly said, "Young Master, let me explain."
Seeing Xiao Yan's expression, Yang Lingyan was also somewhat frightened. He realized that he might have misunderstood Xiao Yan's intentions. Seeing the situation, he left the room, leaving the space to Xiao Yan and Ya Fei.
Looking at the stunningly beautiful Ya Fei before him, Xiao Yan was speechless for a moment. After a long silence, he finally said, "Sister Ya Fei, why are you doing this? If you want freedom, I can guarantee it for you today."
Instead of answering Xiao Yan's question directly, Ya Fei took out a crown from her storage ring.
The most eye-catching feature on the phoenix crown is a soaring phoenix, holding jewels in its beak. The crown is adorned with gemstones and jade beads, and the purplish-red color of the phoenix crown complements the palace dress worn by Consort Ya. In addition to Consort Ya's innate charm, it adds a touch of dignified elegance.
Consort Ya placed the phoenix crown on her head. Xiao Yan looked at her and felt a complex mix of emotions. Even he, who was slow to understand, understood the meaning of this scene. Consort Ya's attire was too formal; it was clearly the dress she wore when she got married.
"Sister Yafei, you don't have to do this at all. I didn't break off the engagement for you because of this," Xiao Yan explained.
Ya Fei nodded gently and said, "I know, and I also know that the only person who is truly important to you is Xun'er, right?"
Whenever Ya Fei mentioned Xun'er, Xiao Yan couldn't help but think of the lively, beautiful girl who had silently followed him for three years after his Dou Qi regressed.
Xiao Yan didn't want to let Xun'er down, no matter the circumstances, which is why he lost his temper just now, especially towards Yang Lingyan, one of his best brothers.
Seeing Xiao Yan remain silent, Ya Fei slowly stood up from her chair and gracefully walked to Xiao Yan's side.
Ya Fei is someone who is very good at using her beauty, so every time Xiao Yan sees Ya Fei, she is secretly seductive and charming. But today, Ya Fei gives Xiao Yan a completely different feeling.
Ya Fei slowly spoke, "Brother Xiao Yan, I used to think that I could do everything I wanted on my own, and I didn't need any man to help me."
"Until a few days ago, when you surpassed Guhe in alchemy and broke off my engagement, I found myself feeling more pride than anything else."
"Looking at how you defeated Furukawa, I can't even describe my own feelings. You don't need to think that I compromised; it was all my own initiative."
"I'm not unfree; I've thought about it for a long time. I wanted to break off my engagement with Furukawa to pursue the freedom I desired, and marrying... marrying you is also the freedom I want to pursue!"
Having hosted so many auctions and witnessed so many battles, Ya Fei, who could perfectly control the situation, said she would marry Xiao Yan. Her voice even unconsciously became softer, but in the end, she still said it directly, looking intently at Xiao Yan.
Ya Fei's bold expression of emotion stirred up ripples in Xiao Yan's heart. Last time, when Ya Fei tried to befriend him, Xiao Yan chose to run away directly. But today's situation was more complicated, and Xiao Yan knew that he could not get away with it this time.
Xiao Yan also sighed, "Sister Ya Fei, why are you doing this? You know I'll be leaving soon."
Hearing Xiao Yan's sigh, Ya Fei slowly shook her head and said, "I didn't mean to selfishly let you stay here. Everything I did was in accordance with my own heart!"
"You are free to leave the Gama Empire. I know that the most important person in your heart is only that girl Xun'er. I don't ask you to give me any title."
As Ya Fei spoke, her face darkened. It took immense courage to say those words. Ya Fei then pulled Xiao Yan to sit down in front of her bed.
Looking at Xiao Yan, who sat obediently in front of her, Ya Fei smiled, her heart fluttering as she gazed into his resolute and pure black eyes. Ya Fei's genuine smile fully revealed her captivating charm.
"Soon I'll be an empress. An empress wouldn't mind if you reserved a place for me in your heart, would it?"
Upon hearing Ya Fei's words, Xiao Yan couldn't help but laugh out loud. In the end, he nodded, as he couldn't bear to refuse Ya Fei's humble attitude.
Seeing that Xiao Yan agreed, Ya Fei took two steps back, spun around in place, and asked Xiao Yan, "Do I look beautiful in this outfit?"
"It's beautiful, but it's somewhat unbecoming of Her Majesty the Empress," Xiao Yan replied.
A rare blush rose on Ya Fei's face as she said, "I would only wear this kind of dress for you."
Ya Fei once thought she had the heart of all men, so she didn't respect any man, no matter who he was. But Ya Fei never expected that she would show such a submissive, womanly side in front of Xiao Yan.
Upon hearing Ya Fei's words, Xiao Yan could no longer contain himself and pulled Ya Fei into his arms with a slightly forceful gesture.
Xiao Yan's actions were somewhat sudden, but after Ya Fei sensed Xiao Yan's presence so close, she obediently leaned on his shoulder.
Ya Fei never imagined that she would fall in love with this young man she once regarded as just a younger brother. However, when Ya Fei leaned on Xiao Yan's shoulder, she felt exceptionally at ease.