Cang Yue's Confession

"Let's first go to some other place or do you want to say it here" asked Yun Che looking at the nervous Cang Yue.

Yun Che already guessed what Cang Yue wanted to talk to him. It would probably be about her identity as a princess. And he doesn't give a crap about it.

In the beginning, Yun Che was cold to her as he didn't know her much and the quest was the only thing that linked him to her. But the more he spent his time with her, the more he grew fond of her and that's the one thing he can't refuse.

To Yun Che, Cang Yue is the personification of kind and gentleness. Moreover, she is even more loyal, never showed a conceited attitude, and would never look down upon or discriminate against anyone.

It was these qualities that always put her in trouble but also what got him intrigued. Unlike many who just put up fake personalities on the outside, she's untainted by the filth of this world and this is what makes her out of this world.

She isn't just beautiful outside but also inside. It was rare to find someone like that.

Cang Yue nodded and both of them walked out of the Blue Wind Palace. With no one speaking, the journey was silent.

Cang Yue was steeling her heart while Yun Che was deeply contemplating his feelings for her.

After reaching out of the Palace, Yun Che decided to break the silence.

"What is it?" Yun Che asked nonchalantly.

Cang Yue's heart was pounding harder as she was about to disclose her true identity. She kept it from Yun Che for many days and felt distressed about it. She immediately wanted to tell Yun Che her true identity and see whether he would treat her the same way or not.

"My real name is Cang Yue and am the princess. Lan Xuero is the name given by my mother" Gripping her fists and closing her eyes, Cang Yue stated.

Slowly opening her eyes, she was prepared to look at Yun Che's change in behavior. But to her surprise, the man ahead of her just exhaled out.

"Is that it?" asked Yun Che calmly.

Cang Yue didn't know how to answer and gave a nod.

"Then don't let it bother you. You're always the same person to me. Be it a princess or not. Understand?" said Yun Che smiling.

It was Cang Yue's first time looking at Yun Che's smile and she was filled with awe. All the surroundings turned into a blur as she was fully immersed in his look.

"Hey!.. you okay?" Yun Che not getting any response from Cang Yue tried to shake her.

Cang Yue soon returned to her senses and blushed hard. What Yun Che meant was that he accepted her true self not her status and she personally felt happy hearing that from him.

She felt as if a burden was lifted from her heart and was at ease. With a beaming smile, Cang Yue took Yun Che to look at the Blue Wind Imperial City.

It was Yun Che's first time in the City and both of them strolled through the streets. It was Cang Yue's first time spending her time with someone beside her and she enjoyed it a lot because it was Yun Che.

Yun Che was not as cold to her as before and he often chatted with her. Cang Yue felt her heart warm in Yun Che's presence. In the streets, the duo resembled a pair of lovers.

When it was about time to return back, Cang Yue stepped forward.

"Brother Che, I also have the other thing to tell you.." Cang Yue said seriously.

"Un.." Yun Che made a gesture to continue.

"I love you"

Mustering up the little bit of courage she had, Cang Yue declared.

The atmosphere turned pin-drop silent with no sound except for a gentle breeze brushing past them. It seemed as if time stopped and came to a standstill.

Cang Yue didn't dare raise her head to look at Yun Che. Her heart was thumping loud enough for Yun Che to hear waiting for his answer.

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(In the Sky Poison Pearl)

Jasmine listening to the confession from Cang Yue felt an indescribable feeling welling in her heart.

She didn't know why but still something in herself felt like hurting and the pillow in her hands was ripped up.

She perked up her ears as a part of her was also curious to know the answer from Yun Che.

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"It's not even been a month since we've met. I know it's too early for me to say all this. But I love you... I love you with all of my heart. No matter what your answer is.... I'll continue to love you. I wanted to know how you feel about me." Cang Yue continued.

The more you hold your feelings the more it hurts you in the future. So, Cang Yue didn't hold back at all and confessed her feelings to Yun Che. And her heart preparing for the worst possible scenario.

Yun Che was taken aback and was surprised as he didn't expect this.

"What do you know about me?" asked Yun Che.

"I love you and nothing more matters to me other than you" answered Cang Yue firmly.

"You know, you're the first one to confess to me" said Yun Che.

"R-really?"

"Yeah"

Cang Yue felt her heartbeat even faster.

"Will you stay by my side forever?" asked Yun Che.

"I'd love to" Cang Yue instantly replied.

"Will you learn to cook?" asked Yun Che making a serious face.

"I-I am bad at it. But I-I will try" Cang Yue's face flushed and she stuttered but she promised to give it a try.

"No problem. I'll teach you." said Yun Che smilingly.

"Then... "

Yun Che drew Cang Yue closer to him and pressed her body against himself.

"Then.." He repeated.

"D-Do you love me too?" asked Cang Yue with steam coming out of her ears. Their bodies were very close to each other and she could feel Yun Che's body warmth enter into hers.

Her mind was slowly blanking away.

"I love you" said Yun Che with a straight face.

Just as these words left Yun Che's mouth, both of their lips touched each other.

Cang Yue felt her body rising in heat and tears welled up in her eyes. These were tears of joy.

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