Chapter 230 The Best One Is Still You
“Ah!!”
Upon this kiss, Yun Zhonghe’s brain completely shut down, a warm sensation spreading from his lips.
Lin Zhongyu, having studied under the Yin-Yang Sword God, had her mouth pucker up faster than even Yun Zhonghe could react.
It’s also possible that Yun Zhonghe, taken aback by the sudden declaration of love, found himself in a whirlpool of chaotic thoughts, thus leaving him unprepared for the kiss.
Lin Zhongyu confessed; she said she liked him, and she didn’t give Yun Zhonghe any room to wiggle out of it. She proved her feelings were genuine and not just friendly or something else but pure love!
She wouldn’t forget it.
From their first encounter in the small forest, then back at the Yun family’s backyard, and during her time at the Yun residence when Yun Zhonghe helped heal the relationship with good friends by presenting a sought-after treasure.
Her brave act at City Lord Mansion, her life-saving actions in Qingzhu Town, and the encouragement and support throughout their journey to the Myriad Path Divine Tower all pushed her to where she is today.
Every time she sees Yun Zhonghe, that heart-stopping feeling inside isn’t just any old excitement—it has to be love.
I like you—that statement stands firm beyond doubt!
This kiss was her way of pouring everything she felt into it, a declaration of love, and an outpouring of emotions.
She had always kept her feelings hidden deep within, giving in and adapting as if she were emulating Yun Zhonghe, living to fulfill others.
But she understood that Yun Zhonghe is who he is, and she is she. She could never be Yun Zhonghe. Just like a girl overwhelmed by desire, breaking promises and choosing to advance.
She knew this move might disrupt the balance, yet she chose a path she typically wouldn’t pursue.
She’s quite the deceitful thief.
But she’s also a courageous soul who isn’t afraid to confront her emotions.
Meanwhile, Mu Jixue was still sound asleep.
Finally, as Lin Zhongyu and Yun Zhonghe parted their lips, she could hear her own heartbeat echoing like a war drum, filling her ears. Golden eyes reflected Yun Zhonghe’s surprised green eyes, and she lowered her head in embarrassment, her cheeks flushed with red.
“Brother Yun…”
She softly called out to him, her voice as gentle as a feather.
After lowering her head, her forehead rested gently on Yun Zhonghe’s chest, embracing the youth.
Even now, the youth remains confused and bewildered.
But Yun Zhonghe isn’t daft, and faced with such direct and fervent expressions of love from Lin Zhongyu, if he pretended to be clueless, he’d be a moron.
Yet, he couldn’t figure out why. He originally had deep feelings for Huang Aotian, but now, those feelings shifted to himself, causing him to flounder.
What should he do?!
He wasn’t sure; he had never been through such emotional turmoil and lacked the experience and techniques to handle it. With no “guidebook,” he didn’t know how to proceed.
The youth was perplexed, yet he seemed unaware of one key fact—
He didn’t dislike Lin Zhongyu’s confession.
Having spent so much time together, without fully realizing it, these charming ladies likely left a profound mark on his heart. Despite rational advice telling him that Huang Aotian and Lin Zhongyu were meant to be, he couldn’t deny that each word and glance from them touched his heart.
Though deep down, he refused to admit it, or perhaps he was constrained by identity, and hence opted for silence and neglect.
Now, Lin Zhongyu used the most straightforward approach, using her body as a key to unlock his heart, compelling him to face his emotions that had been deliberately neglected.
He… seemed to like them too.
This emotion, though delayed, felt incredibly real.
He wanted to refute, but every time he tried, a voice in his mind countered, preventing him from convincing himself.
He appeared to have developed feelings beyond simple friendship towards them.
“Zhongyu… I…”
Yun Zhonghe’s voice was hoarse, his emotions thrown into turmoil. His raised hand hung in the air, suspended, uncertain whether to continue toward that warmth or drop it, hiding his inner turmoil.
“Umm.”
Lin Zhongyu seemed to read his hesitation, gently lifting her gaze filled with warmth and understanding, lightly gripping his hand. A faint smile graced her lips.
It was a quiet smile.
“Brother Yun, I’m sorry, my words were a bit too forward. Don’t take them to heart—it’s me… getting carried away.”
Ripples were stirred, making a calm state unattainable.
But then, Lin Zhongyu’s eyes glanced over at Mu Jixue, who was still asleep: “Sorry, I guess I am a naughty girl. I want to be everyone’s ideal, but my nature seems to run true to form.”
This only added to Yun Zhonghe’s existing confusion.
Splash—a sudden action from Lin Zhongyu.
Standing up abruptly from the pool, facing Yun Zhonghe openly, her body uncovered without any concealment.
Yun Zhonghe’s heart pulsed hard. He immediately turned away, but that image had already carved itself deeply in his mind.
Wow!
Lin Zhongyu exited the pond, and with a slight movement, water droplets scattered off her, controlled invisibly. Then she dressed herself in black silk and clothing.
Throughout this, Yun Zhonghe stood tensely with his back to her, unable to look back.
His heart pounded furiously like a drum, repeating the red-faced, heart-throbbing scenes from before.
When Lin Zhongyu finally got dressed, she turned to Yun Zhonghe, smiling faintly: “Brother Yun, it was truly very delightful. My training is complete, and I am truly grateful.”
“Th-this…”
Yun Zhonghe responded dryly.
“But…” Lin Zhongyu shyly lowered her head, “The best part of all this is you. Your lips feel so comfortable.”
“What?!” Yun Zhonghe’s heart jumped.
“Hehe, consider what happened today our little secret. Please don’t dwell on it. I don’t need an immediate response from you. And please don’t worry about what happened because I’ll just say I’ve had too much to drink and acted out of character.”
As she spoke, two red spots appeared on her cheeks. Shyly, she bowed her head, apologizing to Yun Zhonghe.
Then, picking up Mu Jixue, who was still snoozing away, she hurried out the door.
At the entrance, she paused: “But… what I said just now is genuinely from my heart, I really do like you.”
With that, she rushed away with Mu Jixue on her back.
Leaving behind the swaying braid of her back.
