Chapter 14. Hidden Intentions

"How about we visit Xiao An Na and tell the truth. I'm sure she will understand and cancel my match with her," said Qian Cheng.

"What are you saying? I don't want my older sister to feel hurt because of this. I…"

"You are a very good girl, Xiao An Ni," said Qian Cheng interrupting Xiao An Ni. To protect her older sister's feelings, Xiao An Ni is willing to sacrifice her feelings. She was touched by her character.

"Brother… Instead of saying it directly, how about, we do something about your relationship with her? I don't want you to be blamed for this," Xiao An Ni said, her head bowed in shame.

Qiang Cheng was stunned, "But how do we do it?"

"I... I don't know," Xiao An Ni replied slowly. Her eyes flashed coldly, all this time when she treated Xiao An Na well, it wasn't because she had a good attitude. But because she wanted to get recognition and praise from many people.

Playing the role of a kind-hearted little sister who dotes on her exiled older sister dearly, won't that make her reputation as the Mistress of the Mist Sect even better? And it is impossible if she could destroy the reputation she had built just because of her feelings. If she can get what she wants without destroying everything she owns, why not?

"We'd better do it together, Elders, and your Father will approve of our relationship. Hasn't your father always obeyed all your wishes? It won't be difficult." said Qiang Cheng.

"Brother Qian Cheng… I don't want to do it. I want to live this relationship without hurting anyone and without harming anyone. I want... erm just let this go as it is. If we are meant to be together, we will be together someday.," Xiao An Ni said, trying to convince the handsome man in front of her.

Qian Cheng fell silent before finally agreeing, "Alright, I will do as you wish. But you have to promise not to get hurt," he said. One of his hands moved to hold Xiao An Ni's hand but failed when an Elder appeared and was walking towards them.

***

The day passed so quickly, as usual, Xiao An Na's residence looked deserted. There has been absolutely no difference over the last few years.

This afternoon, Xiao An Na was seen relaxing under a maple tree. The shady leaves protect her from the scorching sun.

From a distance, she saw Xiao An Ni walking toward her. Xiao An Na only realized this after seeing her sister's arrival. It turned out that since the aptitude test that day, the girl had never visited her again.

With a happy feeling, Xiao An Na immediately stood up and greeted her younger sister, quickened her pace, and ended up hugging her.

"Xiao An Ni, finally you have come. I miss you, you know? I'm very lonely here," Xiao An Na said enthusiastically, then let go of her hug.

"I'm sorry. I've been busy practicing my spiritual power, I just had some free time so I just visited you now," Xiao An Ni replied with a smile on her lips.

"Erm. No problem. Come on in first."

Seeing the arrival of the Mistress of the Mist Sect, Liena immediately prepared a drink and some cakes as a banquet.

"This house hasn't changed, it's still the same as before," Xiao An Ni said, her eyes scanning every corner of the room.

Xiao An Ni smiled, "How is your cultivation progressing?"

"Everything went smoothly," Xiao An Ni replied, then briefly recounted her achievements.

"Is that true? Wow, I'm so lucky to have a sister like you, Xiao An Ni. As your older sister, I'm very happy," said Xiao An Na enthusiastically. Did not have any feelings of envy toward her younger sister. There is only joy.

'But as your sister, I feel bad,' Xiao An Ni thought, she replied to her sister's words with a gentle smile.

"Sister Xiao An Na, I came to visit because I wanted to apologize to you."

"What are you saying, Xiao An Ni? You didn't do anything wrong to me. Do not say like that."

"I broke the bracelet you gave me. Look…" Xiao An Ni took out a white bracelet from under her dress.

The bracelet had the same engraving as the one on Xiao An Na's wrist. It was a birthday present for Xiao An Ni.

A pair of bracelets was specially ordered in the Royal Capital. One for Xiao An Ni and the other for herself.

"I'm sorry, I can't take care of it. I feel so sad, I feel guilty. Even though I'm always careful when wearing it," Xiao An Ni's voice sounded a little hoarse.

"Sister Xiao An Na ... punish me for not being able to keep your gift," said Xiao An Ni again, the girl stood up and sat on her knees in front of her older sister.

Xiao An Na's reflexes took the same position, "What are you doing, Xiao An Ni? It's just a bracelet, there's no need to apologize like this," she said, trying to bring Xiao An Ni's body back to the chair but failed.

"No. This is something I love. I love it so much, it was your gift, and I ruined it. I… I've looked for that bracelet-making place in the Royal Capital, but I couldn't find it. I feel hopeless and…"

"Is this the reason why you never visit me?" Xiao An Na interrupted her younger sister's words.

Xiao An Ni nodded slowly. Her gaze was only fixed on the floor.

"No problem, don't be sad anymore, I will ask Liena to visit the place again to make the same bracelet, now stand up." Xiao An Na said.

"Is that true? Are you serious? But if Liena leaves, what about you? There's no one to take care of you here. I…"

"Don't think about it. Once the bracelet is finished, Liena will be back soon. Maybe she's gone for just a few days. I'm fine, I can take care of myself," Xiao An Na interrupted her younger sister's words.

"Okay. I will ask Father to send some people here and serve you," Xiao An Ni said, her eyes flashing cold.

Slowly she looked up and wiped the tears that welled up in her eyes. She smiled.