Chapter 222
Goodbye Tang 3, Xiao Wu, Dai Mubai!
Lin Xia's gaze lingered on the uniquely designed belt for a moment, then she understood.
Tang San and Xiao Wu.
The wheel of fate indeed has its stubborn trajectory; after six years apart, they finally came to this place together again.
A very slight ripple passed through Lin Xia's heart, a ripple about her past life memories, about those predetermined destinies, about the hypocrisy of this protagonist...
But these thoughts were like pebbles thrown into a deep pool, creating only a ripple before quickly sinking to the bottom.
What's with me?
Lin Xia remained indifferent. He had long since transcended the framework of that script, forging his own path—a path powerful enough to shake the very fabric of the continent.
As for Tang San's future, whether it will follow the predetermined path, to Lin Xia, it is nothing more than one of countless parallel lines on this continent.
He has his own path to walk, his own goals to achieve, and the people around him to protect.
He subconsciously tightened his grip on Zhu Zhuqing's hand, preparing to lead her to another path to avoid this unintentional encounter.
However, he keenly noticed that the beautiful woman beside him suddenly stiffened!
Zhu Zhuqing stopped in her tracks, her cold cat-like eyes fixed on one direction. It was as if ice was rapidly condensing deep within her pupils, and an icy aura emanated from her uncontrollably, causing passersby to shiver inexplicably.
Lin Xia could clearly feel the coldness of her fingers and the murderous intent that erupted instantly, almost solidifying into reality!
Lin Xia felt a chill and immediately followed Zhu Zhuqing's gaze.
Just across the street corner where Tang San and Xiao Wu had disappeared, on another, wider street, three figures were walking towards them as if no one else was there, their destination also seemingly the flower-filled hotel—the Rose Hotel.
They were two tall, curvaceous girls, both around seventeen or eighteen years old, and their appearances were remarkably similar, clearly twin sisters.
They wore the same style of brightly colored long dresses, one fiery red like a blazing flame, the other pink like a peach blossom. Their makeup was exquisite, and their eyes conveyed a deliberately trained charm and ingratiation.
They surrounded the man in the middle with affectionate gestures, even laughing coquettishly as if no one else was around.
The man surrounded by them was nearly 1.9 meters tall, a head taller than Lin Xia.
He had broad shoulders and a robust physique. He wore a well-made, white robe with gold trim, and his long golden hair, like flowing sunlight, cascaded straight down his back to his waist.
His face was almost perfectly handsome, as if sculpted from marble, possessing a unique aura that blended fortitude and sinister charm. But what was most chilling were his eyes—deep blue eyes, with strangely prominent double pupils within them!
At this moment, his sinister eyes were half-open, half-closed, his gaze cold and disdainful, sweeping over everything around him with a condescending scrutiny and undisguised desire. That coldness was not arrogance, but rather a bone-deep indifference and a predatory chill. Those whose gaze swept over him involuntarily felt a tremor and unease.
Dai Mubai!
Lin Xia instantly recognized the outline of the face and those signature evil eyes!
Although his temperament has changed drastically since his youth, the sinister and arrogant nature in his bones has become even more intense.
Zhu Zhuqing's target for this trip is her nominal fiancé, Dai Mubai, the third prince of the Star Luo Empire!
The world is sometimes so small, and the arrangements of fate can sometimes seem so ironic.
They had just arrived in the city and hadn't even had a sip of water when they unexpectedly bumped into Dai Mubai at the busiest street corner, while he was so "enjoying life."
Lin Xia understood that Zhu Zhuqing's sudden burst of icy killing intent wasn't directed at him, but rather stemmed from the extremely impactful scene before him. He didn't immediately pull Zhu Zhuqing away, but silently and firmly gripped her hand, transferring the warmth of his palm to her. At the same time, he slightly turned his body, using his own body to block some of the gaze that might be directed at Zhu Zhuqing, as if erecting an invisible barrier for her.
Zhu Zhuqing's breathing became slightly rapid, her chest heaving. In her eyes, which were fixed on Dai Mubai, there was not only a chilling coldness, but also a violent surge of contempt.
"Ah……"
A very soft, cold sneer escaped from her cherry lips, carrying endless mockery.
Lin Xia spoke at just the right moment, in a tone that was both playful and comforting, in a low voice in her ear.
"What's wrong, Zhuqing? Are you stunned?"
He asked the question knowingly, his tone light, trying to dispel the almost solidified chill.
Zhu Zhuqing's body remained tense, her gaze fixed on Dai Mubai like an icicle.
Dai Mubai seemed oblivious to the distinguished young couple at the street corner. His attention was more focused on the two beautiful women beside him, and when he occasionally glanced at passersby, his sinister eyes carried his usual coldness and contempt.
After a few seconds, Zhu Zhuqing seemed to find her voice again, a voice as cold as the Siberian wind, carrying a deep sense of absurdity.
"Brother Lin Xia..."
She took a deep breath, forced herself to look away, and turned to Lin Xia, her beautiful cat-like eyes burning with fury.
"I just feel like... is Dai Mubai really mentally ill?"
"Knowing full well that Davis and Zhu Zhuyun (his sister) are like two venomous snakes lurking in the shadows, constantly plotting to kill him! Knowing full well the cruel rules of the Star Luo royal family's succession competition!"
"Knowing full well that his cowardice and avoidance would shift all the pressure onto me... he actually did it!"
"How can he be so carefree and leisurely parading around with a pair of twin sisters! Doing that kind of thing in front of everyone..."
She couldn't seem to find a more appropriate word to describe it, or rather, the scene itself made her feel incredibly disgusted and ashamed.
"Is he using this method to declare his complete surrender? Or is he using this depravity to numb himself? Or... is he simply a complete idiot who only knows how to vent his desires!"
Zhu Zhuqing's voice suddenly rose, carrying a sharp sense of despair.
"Thank goodness... thank goodness I was going to call off the engagement! Thank goodness I met you, Brother Lin Xia!"
She suddenly gripped Lin Xia's hand tightly, as if seeking final support and salvation, her nails even digging slightly into the back of Lin Xia's hand.
"otherwise."
Her voice lowered, filled with lingering fear and relief.
"I really...I really will be dragged down by him! Dragged into an abyss of no return by his stupidity, cowardice, and indulgence! Becoming the first and most tragic victim in the cruel game of the Star Luo royal family!" (End of Chapter)