The Year of Lihua: She Was Reborn

Seeing this awkward and uncomfortable scene, Zuo Nian picked up the still hot tea on the table and drank it all in one gulp. He then bowed and said, "Miss Hua, you make the decision first. My brother and I will go to this barrier to have some fun."

Before Hua Ye could agree, he stood up and walked out. He was afraid that if he didn't leave, Xu Zhi would swallow him whole.

Seeing that he wisely retreated and considerately closed the door, Xu Zhi's expression eased a lot.

"Yer, are you just looking for a stepfather for my son?"

Hua Ye said nothing, sat down on the chair, and drank water from time to time.

Seeing that she didn't say anything, Xu Zhi easily pinched her chin with his big hand, lifted her head up and forced her to look into his cold eyes.

Hua Ye's eyes were bloodshot and tears were in his eye sockets. His almond-shaped eyes looked crystal clear and adorable.

"Yer...why are you crying?"

As time went by, Xuzhi's voice gradually changed.

From the initial calmness to the subsequent panic, he even trembled slightly.

When a crystal clear tear slid down her fair and flawless cheek, Xuzhi was completely panicked!

He quickly released the hand that had been gently pinching her chin and spoke softly.

"Are you feeling unwell? If there's anything, you can tell me directly. There's no need to hide it..."

She raised her head, looked at his slightly furrowed brows and the nervous look in his cold eyes, and thought to herself.

"Brother, do you really not understand, or are you pretending not to understand?"

Xu Yi changed his usual stern expression, a gentle smile appeared on his face, and there was a faint smile in his eyes, and he spoke softly.

"Of course I have to pay the engagement, but I still don't quite understand the rules of this world, so it took me a while to prepare..."

Hua Ye was so shocked by these unexpected words that he quickly held back his tears.

She widened her eyes and looked at the man in front of her in disbelief. Tears were still on her face, but a smile had already appeared on the corner of her mouth: "What did you say?"

Xu Zhi looked at her, and a ripple appeared in his heart. He sighed softly and said, "I want to marry you."

After hearing this, Hua Ye's face turned red instantly. She stared at him intently, as if trying to find the answer from his eyes.

Her voice trembled slightly: "If you want to marry me, why didn't you tell me?"

Xu Zhi was a little overwhelmed by her question. He hesitated for a moment, then began to explain: "It's just that I..."

When the words came to his lips, he stopped again, as if thinking of a foolproof plan.

Seeing that he hesitated to speak, Hua Ye became even more confused. She frowned and asked, "Just what?"

Xu Zhi was silent for a moment, then finally spoke with a determined heart, "It's just that I feel that our relationship needs time to mature, and I also hope to give you a perfect wedding."

Hearing this, Hua Ye's mood calmed down a little, but he couldn't help but continue to ask: "Then why did you keep it from me?"

Xu Zhi smiled slightly, a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes: "Because I don't want you to worry about these things too early, I just want you to enjoy this wonderful time."

After hearing this, Hua Ye's heart softened and tears welled up in her eyes again. She nodded gently to show her understanding.

However, at this moment, Xu Zhi suddenly felt a chill. He looked up and saw Hua Ye staring at him with cold eyes.

He shuddered and stammered, "What's wrong?"

Hua Ye snorted coldly, stared at him and said, "Is what you said true?"

Xuzhi nodded quickly, fearing that she would misunderstand, and quickly added: "Of course it's true, I will never lie to you."

After hearing this, Hua Ye smiled with satisfaction and reached out to wipe away the tears from the corners of his eyes.

Seeing this, Xu Zhi hugged her distressedly and comforted her softly, "Don't cry, I will never make you sad and cry again."

Hua Ye nodded, leaned in his arms, felt his warm embrace, and his heart was filled with happiness and satisfaction...