Every time the prince opens his eyes, he sees

Chapter 119 Retreat

"No matter what, this war should end. If we continue to provoke war, only innocent people will suffer."

"If it weren't for you, who would be willing to fight? Besides, he was the one who started the war." Xie Qingchen snorted.

"If you agree to return to Chu with me, I will withdraw my troops immediately."

"it is good."

Lu Yaoyao agreed so readily that Xie Qingchen was a little bit unconvinced and asked cautiously, "Are you serious?"

"Yes, didn't you see I brought all my luggage? I haven't suffered much these past few days. At Gu Huai's invitation, I spent a few days in Wuwang City. I was originally planning to go back, but who knew you would send troops to attack again?"

"That kid won't come over later, will he?"

He had put in all his energy to come here and create another opportunity for himself to meet Lu Yaoyao. I'm afraid Gu Huai had put in even more effort.

"I don't know about that. Do you want to withdraw your troops now? Otherwise, I will go back to Chu State by myself."

"I'm going back, of course I'm going back." Xie Qingchen held her hand. "But you were having a great time with him during those few days, and I went to great lengths to save you. Don't you think that's unfair to me?"

“What is your idea?”

Xie Qingchen smiled slightly, "Hold on, we'll go out and play alone for a few days before returning."

"No, Liu Wenxuan is still waiting for me to come back."

"Gu Huai and Liu Wenxuan, you are always gentle and affectionate towards them, why are you so cruel to me?"

There was a subtle hint of bitterness in Xie Qingchen's words, and Lu Yaoyao couldn't help but feel a ripple in her heart when she heard it.

She sighed softly and explained, "I'm not partial to them, but I feel the most guilty about them. In fact, you should know in your heart that I can't be with anyone forever. I will soon return to the real world and take care of my mother."

Xie Qingchen's eyes softened a bit, but still held a hint of reluctance: "Isn't there even a small exception, willing to stay for me?"

Lu Yaoyao shook her head.

"Well, I don't ask for much, just one day. As long as you stay with me for a day, I will break camp and go back."

"Okay." Lu Yaoyao thought for a long time, "Where do you want to go?"

"I'll arrange today's itinerary."

Lu Yaoyao didn't refuse again.

The two of them changed into new clothes. Xie Qingchen climbed onto the horse and pulled Lu Yaoyao onto the horse as well.

They rode side by side, heading towards a hidden valley outside Wuwang City.

There is a peach blossom forest that has not been disturbed by the war. It is a secret place that Xie Qingchen accidentally discovered during his previous battle. He has always wanted to appreciate it with Lu Yaoyao.

The spring sunshine shines through the sparse clouds and onto the winding mountain road.

The light footsteps of horse hooves stirred up bursts of crisp sounds, which intertwined with the occasional bird calls to form a melodious melody.

When we arrived at the peach blossom forest, it was afternoon. The sunlight shone through the gaps between the peach blossoms, casting mottled shadows.

The petals dance lightly in the wind, and the air is filled with a faint floral fragrance, which makes people feel relaxed and happy.

Xie Qingchen held Lu Yaoyao's hand and strolled in this pink ocean, as if time had stopped at this moment.

"You know, do you remember the first time we met?"

Lu Yaoyao thought about it carefully. At that time, Xie Qingchen was being bullied by several eunuchs and was almost...

She was forced by the system to kill those eunuchs in order to gain favor with the gloomy and crazy Xie Qingchen.

That was her first time killing someone, and after she did it, her hands were shaking.

Not a particularly good memory.

"what happened?"

"You looked so cruel back then. You actually dared to kill someone without changing your expression or blinking. To outsiders, you must have been a cold-blooded and heartless woman, but I fell deeply in love with you."

"Really? You're still very cold to me. I've tried so hard but still can't win your heart. Otherwise, I wouldn't have failed the mission."

"No, I don't believe in pie-in-the-sky things, so I don't think that after suffering so many years, I will suddenly be blessed by God one day. That's why I keep testing you, trying to see your heart clearly, and telling myself not to be too obsessed. If I lose you, the consequences will be unbearable for me."

"But I overestimated myself after all."

"Okay, let's not bring up this unhappy topic. The peach blossoms here are very nice. Why don't we collect some and make peach blossom wine. We can drink it on the day Liu Wenxuan and I get married."

"Yaoyao, you really want to pierce my heart, don't you?"

"whee……"

It was rare to see her smile, so Xie Qingchen didn't mind it.

He did collect some peach blossoms, but it is not known whether he wanted to make peach blossom wine.

After strolling in the peach forest, the two rode a horse and came to a stream. Xie Qingchen caught some grilled fish and gave it to Lu Yaoyao to eat.

The aroma is tangy.

Lu Yaoyao took a bite and found the taste familiar.

But I can't remember where I've tasted something similar.

Seeing Lu Yaoyao staring blankly at the grilled fish in her hands, with greasy stains still lingering at the corners of her mouth, Xie Qingchen couldn't help but chuckle. He gently wiped the stains from the corners of her mouth with a handkerchief and asked gently, "What's wrong? Is this grilled fish not to your taste? I remember you liked it before."

Lu Yaoyao came back to her senses and shook her head, a trace of confusion flashing in her eyes: "No, it tastes good, but I just feel that the taste of this grilled fish is very familiar, like... like I ate it a long time ago."

Xie Qingchen's heart moved, but he didn't explain in the end.

Did she know that when she and Gu Huai returned to the capital, he followed them all the way and imitated their footsteps?

Now I can grill a fish for her to eat, which means I have fulfilled one of her wishes.

However, Lu Yaoyao didn't delve into it any further and continued to enjoy the delicious grilled fish.

The two of them ate and chatted, talking about the scenery in front of them, past experiences, and their aspirations for the future. The atmosphere gradually became warm and sweet.

As the sun sets, the sky is dyed with orange afterglow, stretching the figures of the two people out.

Xie Qingchen suggested: "Yaoyao, let's watch the sunset. It would be a shame to miss such a beautiful view."

So they found a large flat rock to sit on, and looked at the sunset in the sky side by side.

The light of the setting sun shines on their faces, adding a touch of tenderness and reluctance to this brief moment.

"Yaoyao, tell me, it would be great if we could stay here forever. Will we always be happy like this?" Lu Yaoyao's voice was soft, with a hint of uncertainty.

"Stop dreaming, we're going back tomorrow."

Lu Yaoyao didn't want him to have any illusions.

"Why do you have to spoil the fun like this?"

"Look, fireflies." Lu Yaoyao suddenly screamed, diverting Xie Qingchen's attention again.

Sure enough, as night fell, dots of fluorescent light began to dance in the peach blossom forest, like stars in the night sky falling to earth, adding a bit of mystery and romance to this quiet peach forest.

Xie Qingchen was also attracted by the sudden beauty and temporarily forgot the reluctance to part.

He stood up, gently took Lu Yaoyao's hand, and the two of them walked into the dream woven by fireflies together.

Every step is stepped on by light spots, as if walking on the Milky Way.

"So beautiful, Yaoyao, just like you." Xie Qingchen said softly, his eyes so gentle that they could melt everything.