Chapter 115 The Brave One Enjoys the World First.
Meng Hongchen stood in front of this inconspicuous little courtyard on the edge of the imperial city, straightening her clothes for the third time.
The setting sun cast its glow on her red hair, making it appear as if it were burning flames, dancing on her shoulders.
She took a deep breath and reached out to ring the doorbell.
"Ding-dong..."
The crisp sound of bells echoed in the courtyard, and Meng Hongchen could hear hurried footsteps coming from inside.
Inside the courtyard, Kong Xuan, who was cultivating in his room, opened his eyes.
He frowned slightly, wondering who it could be at this time.
"Brother, I'll go open the door."
Before Kong Xuan could make a move, he heard his younger sister Kong Ling's voice.
He shook his head, got up, and walked outside.
Outside the courtyard gate, as the gate opened, Kong Ling's figure came into Meng Hongchen's view.
The two did not speak, but they exchanged glances.
The news that Gu Yuena had moved into Kong Xuan's house was passed on to Meng Hongchen by Kong Ling.
Meng Hongchen looked slightly nervous, as if asking about the situation.
Kong Ling calmly shook her head, indicating that nothing had happened, which relieved Meng Hongchen.
She was genuinely worried that if she arrived and saw Kong Xuan and Gu Yuena together, she would regret it and have nowhere to go.
However, it seems that it's not too late.
The courtyard wasn't large. Kong Xuan hadn't walked far when he saw Kong Ling leading Meng Hongchen in.
Why is she here?
Kong Xuan, who was somewhat oblivious to emotions, was also slow to realize that he didn't know for a moment why Meng Hongchen had come.
Meng Hongchen walked gracefully to Kong Xuan, glanced around, and asked, "I heard that Junior Sister Gu Yuena is here, where is she?"
Upon hearing this, Kong Xuan glanced at his younger sister, Kong Ling, and guessed that she had tipped him off again.
At the same time, he finally understood why Meng Hongchen had come.
At this moment, the door to Meng Hongchen's room opened, and Gu Yuena came out, calling out, "Senior Sister Hongchen!"
Meng Hongchen turned around and looked at Gu Yuena, asking, "Junior, aren't you planning to go home for the holidays?"
Hearing Meng Hongchen's words, Kong Xuan felt as if he had suddenly been placed in a palace drama.
Although the tone was normal and the attitude was mild, it still gave people a sarcastic and aggressive feeling.
However, Gu Yuena had only recently become a "human" and had not yet realized the deeper meaning behind Meng Hongchen's words.
She thought about it seriously for a moment, and then said, "The elders of the clan will come to pick me up in a few days."
Hearing Gu Yuena's calm tone, Meng Hongchen felt as if he had punched cotton.
Gu Yuena thought less, while Meng Hongchen couldn't help but think more.
She felt that Gu Yuena was so calm because she believed she had already gained the upper hand.
Thinking of this, Meng Hongchen's gaze towards Gu Yuena became even more filled with jealousy and apprehension.
Looking at Meng Hongchen's complicated gaze, Gu Yuena felt that humans were truly difficult to understand.
Meng Hongchen suddenly turned around, looked at Kong Xuan with burning eyes, and said, "Kong Xuan, I have something to say to you alone."
"Alright!" Kong Xuan nodded and pointed to the stone table and benches under the evergreen tree in the courtyard not far away, saying, "Let's sit down and talk."
Seeing this, Kong Ling stepped forward and took Gu Yuena's arm: "Let's go inside. I have some cultivation-related questions to ask you."
Kong Ling's sudden affectionate gesture made Gu Yuena stiffen for a moment, then she loosened her clenched fists, her breathing gradually became steady, and she nodded and said, "Okay!"
Watching Kong Ling take Gu Yuena away, Meng Hongchen silently gave her a thumbs up in her heart, and then turned her gaze to Kong Xuan's face.
Now almost twelve years old, Kong Xuan's face is becoming more and more mature. His golden pupils still exude an invisible majesty, while his androgynous appearance adds a touch of gentleness.
It was this unparalleled beauty that made Meng Hongchen unable to forget her.
As she learned more, she discovered that Kong Xuan was not only good-looking, but also more talented than her narcissistic brother.
Meng Hongchen took a deep breath, then looked earnestly at Kong Xuan and said, "Kong Xuan, I like you!"
Kong Xuan was stunned upon hearing this; he truly hadn't expected Meng Hongchen to say such a thing.
He had always known that Meng Hongchen had feelings for him, but she had always been very reserved. He never expected her to be so direct this time.
Kong Xuan had originally planned to chat with Meng Hongchen for a few minutes, just like before, and then send him off.
Now it seems unlikely that this time it will happen.
Looking at Kong Xuan, whose eyes were wide open, Meng Hongchen continued, "Although my brother is often unreliable, he is right about one thing: directness is the best approach."
Meng Hongchen's heart suddenly raced, but having already made up her mind, she still asked, "Do you...like me?"
After asking the question, Meng Hongchen's face showed anticipation, but her eyes flickered with trepidation.
The reason she didn't ask before was probably because she was afraid of being rejected.
As long as she hasn't gotten an answer, she hasn't lost yet!
Now, because Gu Yuena's threat to Aoshi has made her brave and hungry, she wants to know the exact result!
However, she doesn't know if this result will be the one she wants.
What Meng Hongchen didn't know was that Kong Xuan was even more nervous. This was the first time he had ever experienced such a scene in both his lifetimes.
Faced with Meng Hongchen's direct question, he knew he could no longer try to smooth things over as before.
Otherwise, Meng Hongchen might really give up on being with him, and he would have no chance.
Taking a deep breath, Kong Xuan said, "Actually, I'm not ready to accept a relationship yet."
Upon hearing this, Meng Hongchen's expression darkened, and she seemed to have lost all her strength in an instant.
But Kong Xuan continued, "However, if this person were you, my answer would be... I like you!"
Meng Hongchen raised her head instantly, her slightly red eyes welling up with glistening tears.
Upon hearing Kong Xuan say those words, tears finally broke free and streamed down her face!
Meng Hongchen sniffed and said excitedly, "You...you're not lying to me, are you?"
Kong Xuan reached out and wiped away the tears from Meng Hongchen's eyes, and smiled, "Of course I wasn't lying to you?"
How could Kong Xuan not like the girl who had liked him for four years?
After all, people aren't plants or trees, and Meng Hongchen is outstanding in every way, enough to fulfill any fantasy Kong Xuan might have about a girlfriend.
Meng Hongchen then asked, "What about Gu Yuena?"
"He and I are just friends. You can ask Kong Ling. There was nothing intimate between us."
Kong Xuan did not tell the truth, but he was referring to Gu Yuena's identity, and their relationship could only be described as that of friends.
Upon hearing this, Meng Hongchen's face finally broke into a bright smile, but thinking about it, she suddenly felt a sense of gratitude towards Gu Yuena.
After all, if it weren't for Gu Yuena, she wouldn't have been so brave to ask, and naturally she wouldn't have understood Kong Xuan's feelings now.
Meng Hongchen looked directly into Kong Xuan's golden pupils, and now she could see no majesty, only tenderness in his eyes.
Suddenly relaxed, Meng Hongchen rested her elbows on the stone table and propped her chin up with her hands: "Then you're not allowed to hide from me from now on. I won't disturb your cultivation, but I'll miss you a lot when I can't see you."
Kong Xuan looked at him with affection and nodded: "Okay!"
Meng Hongchen then said, "Then when the next semester starts, I want you to hold my hand and walk around the college, to tell everyone that you are my boyfriend, so that many people won't be lusting after you!"
Kong Xuan smiled and said, "No problem."
Meng Hongchen shook her head and continued, "When you see my brother again, go and beat him up."
"ah?!"
Kong Xuan was taken aback by what he heard, not understanding what it meant.
Meng Hongchen whispered, "My brother has said a lot of bad things about you behind your back, and I've remembered them all. Beating him up will be the best way to vent your anger!"
Xiao Hongchen couldn't help but sneeze in the academy. Rubbing his nose, he figured it must be his sister missing him again!
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