Chapter 162 Heart Trace_1

It then dawned on Pei Ye that the pains endured by this woman were far greater than his own. After all, she had been his true companion, whom he passionately loved for over a decade. She was the "genuine lover" she spoke of, and yet, had lost it all in less than a month.

"...I'm sorry, Young Lady Qi." Pei Ye said softly.

There was a moment of silence, "You are much stronger than me, to still be able to... get close to, Shang Huaitong at such times."

Qi Zhaohua did not conceal her furrowed brows. After a brief moment of silence, she smiled faintly, "Perhaps it's because I am not as virtuous as our young hero Pei. Matters that you believe to be serious, I can use as tools—for instance, I know that Fang Jidao is more trustworthy."

"...Indeed, Young Lady Qi does not pay much heed to emotions."

"Not just emotions." Qi Zhaohua sighed softly, "Because, I do not have much at my disposal. Many things can be used as exchange... as long as the need is great enough."