in2ebook Chapter 137 Bai Ming Confesses His Love
Chapter 137 Bai Ming Confesses His Love
The sixth princess walked lightly toward Chu Ci, her face beaming with a friendly smile, completely unlike the haughty demeanor of the crown princess.
She gracefully picked up her wine glass and personally handed it to Chu Ci, saying softly, "General Chu, I have long admired your name. It is an honor to meet you today. I have come to offer you a toast."
Upon seeing this, Chu Ci immediately stood up, accepted the wine cup with both hands, bowed slightly, and said in a manner that was neither humble nor arrogant: "Thank you for your kindness, Your Highness."
After saying that, she raised her head and drank the wine in the glass.
Throughout the entire process, the etiquette and movements of Chu Ci were standardized and flawless.
The Sixth Princess took a sip of the fine wine and couldn't help but exclaim, "I've long heard of General Chu's bravery and extraordinary skills in battle, often achieving victory against overwhelming odds. Your valor is truly a blessing to our Great Ning!"
Faced with the Sixth Princess's praise, Chu Ci humbly replied, "Your Highness flatters me. I was only fortunate to win. This achievement was entirely due to the soldiers' valiant fighting and the blessings of Heaven."
The Sixth Princess gently shook her head. "Luck is certainly important, but personal strength is the key. I have observed your demeanor and extraordinary bearing, and I sincerely hope to become close friends with you. What do you think, General Chu?"
Upon hearing this, Chu Ci calmly declined, saying, "Your Highness is of noble status; how could this humble subject presume to presume upon such an honor?"
"Oh, there's no need for such modesty. I've already decided you're a friend, so there's no need to refuse anymore. I'll be hosting a banquet at my home in the middle of this month, and I urge General Chu to grace us with his presence."
Chu Ci only wanted to stay with Shi An and had no interest in factional strife. She was about to politely decline when the Sixth Princess didn't give her a chance to speak at all. "It's settled then. I will be waiting for the General's arrival!"
Before she could finish speaking, the Sixth Princess had already turned and left, leaving Chu Ci standing there, sighing helplessly.
Chu Ci really didn't want to get involved in the palace intrigues, but at the moment it was not good to directly offend the Sixth Princess.
To avoid invitations from other princesses and ministers, Chu Ci put down her wine cup and went to the lakeside to relax.
Bai Ming, with his sharp eyes, noticed Chu Ci leaving his seat. An idea struck him, and he quickly gave a wink to the servant beside him. Then, the two of them tiptoed after him.
Chu Ci sat down in the pavilion by the lake, thinking of Shi An. If it weren't for this boring celebration banquet, she would have been taking a nap with Shi An in her arms by now.
At this moment, the lake surface shimmered, and a gentle breeze blew, softly lifting Chu Ci's long, waterfall-like hair.
The bright moonlight, like mercury spilling onto the ground, fell upon her delicate face, making her look like a serene fairy statue, with fair skin and jade-like bones, her hair combed like clouds and the moonlight.
Bai Ming stood quietly not far away, gazing intently at the magnificent scene before him, not daring to even breathe loudly, for fear of disturbing Chu Ci.
In that instant, he suddenly realized and finally understood the indescribable feelings he had for the Chu Ci deep in his heart.
He secretly made up his mind that he would marry no one but Chu Ci in this lifetime.
Bai Ming took a deep breath, composed himself, first carefully straightened his slightly messy hair, and then straightened his slightly wrinkled clothes.
After everything was in order, he slowly walked into the pavilion with light and cautious steps.
When he was only a few steps away from Chu Ci, he stopped and respectfully gave Chu Ci a standard salute.
"Greetings, General Chu."
Bai Ming spoke softly, his tone carrying a hint of barely perceptible nervousness and shyness.
Hearing the commotion behind him, Chu Ci turned around. When she saw that it was Bai Ming, a look of surprise flashed in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure and asked directly, "What do you want with me?"
Bai Ming was slightly taken aback upon hearing this. After a moment's hesitation, he mustered his courage, raised his head, and looked firmly at Chu Ci. He then walked forward step by step until he was almost touching Chu Ci before stopping.
He parted his lips slightly and said in a slightly trembling voice, "Bai Ming has always admired General Chu's dashing figure and extraordinary demeanor. Today, seeing him has stirred my heart and made me unable to contain myself. Therefore... therefore, Bai Ming dares to ask to marry you and become your confidant. Even if it is only as a concubine, Bai Ming is willing!"
After saying that, he gazed at Chu Ci with his clear and captivating eyes full of expectation, as if waiting for her response.
Chu Ci was stunned upon hearing this, and was extremely surprised. She never expected that the man in front of her would have feelings for her.
"I'm sorry, I don't have those feelings for you."
As soon as he finished speaking, Bai Ming's originally fair face turned ashen, his eyes reddened slightly, and tears seemed about to spill out at any moment.
Seeing his master so heartbroken, the servant standing to the side hurriedly stepped forward to support the swaying Bai Ming.
At this moment, Chu Ci had no intention of continuing to entangle with him, and stood up without hesitation, preparing to turn around and leave.
Seeing this, Bai Ming became even more anxious and hurriedly reached out to try to grab Chu Ci's sleeve, but Chu Ci, who was already prepared, nimbly dodged to the side.
In that instant, Bai Ming felt as if his burning heart had fallen into an abyss, chilled to the bone.
"General Chu, I am willing to be your concubine and will never compete with the principal wife in the slightest. I only ask to be by your side and serve you wholeheartedly."
Bai Ming shouted urgently, his voice filled with pleading.
But Chu Ci was already feeling annoyed. She turned around abruptly, her eyes as cold as a thousand-year-old glacier, and stared straight at Bai Ming, speaking coldly.
"Shi An and I have already made a vow to be together for all eternity, so don't waste your time trying to bother me."
After saying that, he strode away without looking back.
Watching Chu Ci's figure gradually disappear into the distance, Bai Ming felt an unbearable pain in his heart, and tears could no longer be held back as they streamed down his cheeks.
He stared blankly in the direction where there was no one, and involuntarily took two steps forward to chase after them before slowly stopping. In the end, he could only stand there silently, covering his face and weeping bitterly.
Seeing her master so grief-stricken, Zi Xin, who had been serving him the whole time, felt utterly helpless and didn't know how to comfort him. She could only sigh softly.
"Master, it's cold and damp by the lake. You should go back and rest soon."
Just then, a clear and melodious female voice, but with a hint of mockery, suddenly entered Bai Ming's ears without warning.
"It's truly unexpected. Who would have thought that Chu Ci would abandon such a handsome young man like you here all alone?"
The sudden sound really startled Bai Ming. He trembled violently, his heart jumped into his throat, and then, like a frightened rabbit, he quickly turned his head away.
He was so astonished that he couldn't close his mouth when he saw it.
He saw the incomparably noble and illustrious Crown Princess slowly emerge from a dark corner, looking him up and down with great interest, as if the person in front of him were some novel and interesting thing.
Upon seeing this, Bai Ming hurriedly bowed and stammered, "Your Highness... why are you here?"