A love story hidden in the depths of despair and forsaken memories… Lai Mingjie is a hot and well-sought bachelor in the city, the sole heir of one of the country's most powerful and influential men. However, he has a secret: he used to be the most prolific demon king in history! In his plight of trying to end his suffering, he runs into the amnesiac Xu Rouguang. This man cannot remember anything else about his life... but that he loves Lai Mingjie. Who would have thought that this man is actually the demon king's wife... and executioner?! With the promises of freedom and a new life together, the two of them works on recovering whatever they can to rebuild the destiny that they have placed onto themselves—and what they have shattered all the same. How strong can they be in their crossed paths filled with pain, death, and separation… now that they are together again? [Disclaimer and Warnings:] This story is a work of fiction, and similarities to any living or dead person are purely coincidental. May contain triggers. Chapters will become locked when you reach Chapter 68. Please don't tell me you weren't warned. Follow me on IG @droopdroopghost and on Facebook (droopyghostofficial) Cover art is by reialdark66 (pixiv)
It was no secret that Hua Xiao's mood somewhat changed, and to a person that was sensitive to energy like Lai Mingyan, it was easy to tell that Hua Xiao felt dread for some reason. Lai Mingyan wasn't born yesterday; neither was Qin He quiet about those things happening in his industry. The emperor didn't want the other to feel exposed so he figured he should be honest as well.
Lai Mingyan just chuckled as an answer. "It's probably Mom's words that made them act like this. He was the one who booked for us after all. Don't be surprised by it. My mom really likes making people work their worth from time to time. Most high-profile services tend to get arrogant the longer they have the spotlight so Mom wanted to check their capabilities whenever possible."
The thin brows on Hua Xiao's face lifted. "Mom?"