Chu Xinyao was still reeling from the shock of the silk booklet. Her heart raced as the number of people gathered, her face flushed like a ripe apple, and her eyes were fixed on the intricate illustrations.

Just then, a soft knock broke the silence of the room. Chu Xinyao's heart skipped a beat, as if struck by lightning, and she quickly closed the booklet in her hand.

"Who...who is it?" The voice trembled slightly.

A familiar voice came from outside the door: "Xinyao, it's me."

Chu Xinyao quickly rolled up the booklet and put it back where it was. She stood up, tidied herself up, and rubbed her burning cheeks, trying to cool them down.

"Wait a minute," she said, trying to keep her voice calm.

She took a few deep breaths and felt her heartbeat wasn't as fast as before, then she went to open the door.

Standing outside the door was Mo, who seemed to have returned to his previous state, looking at Chu Xinyao with very gentle eyes.

He wore a deep blue long robe, the fabric of which even displayed different shades under the sunlight. The vest he wore over it was exquisite, adorned with delicate patterns. This was their tribe's wedding attire, and it was truly magnificent.

"Xinyao, you were looking for me?" He seemed to sense something, and his voice carried a hint of amusement.

Chu Xinyao glanced at the silk booklet, her face turning even redder, and stammered, "I...I was just looking around."

Mo smiled, not intending to delve into it. He reached out and gently took Chu Xinyao's hand: "Don't be nervous. The ceremony won't start until tonight. You can rest for a while now."

Upon hearing this, Chu Xinyao's nervousness and embarrassment immediately dissipated. She looked up at Mo and said earnestly, "Mo, please come in first. We need to discuss something, okay?"

Mo nodded gently and followed Chu Xinyao into the room.

“Of course.” He sat down next to Chu Xinyao, gazing at her with gentle eyes.

Chu Xinyao took a deep breath, a hint of hesitation flashing in her eyes, but it was quickly replaced by her inner determination. "Mo, I know the marriage ceremony is about to begin, but... I don't want to hold the ceremony so soon."

Mo's expression stiffened, a flash of disappointment crossing his eyes, but he quickly composed himself, maintaining his gentle smile: "Xinyao, I know you might feel uneasy, nervous, or even scared, but you must believe that I will always be by your side. Whether we hold a marriage ceremony or not, my feelings for you are genuine. And you like me too, right?"

He gently held Chu Xinyao's hand, the warm and firm touch conveying his sincerity. His eyes were full of expectation, waiting for Chu Xinyao's answer while also expressing his promise.

“I understand your concerns, Xinyao. We don’t need to rush. We can take it slow until you are fully ready to give yourself to me. But…” He paused slightly, lowered his eyelids, and looked somewhat troubled.

"It's also my fault for not thinking things through. I was too eager to be with you as soon as possible, which is why I announced it as soon as I got back. But now the ceremony is almost ready, and even the high priest has been carried out by the tribe. Everyone is looking forward to tonight's ceremony. If it's not held now, my time as the chieftain will probably be over." He lowered his head, biting his lip, looking dejected.

Seeing his innocent, rabbit-like appearance, Chu Xinyao was completely powerless. She cupped his face and looked directly into his red, tearful eyes. She said apologetically, "Mo, I'm sorry, I was too willful. How about this, let's find a compromise and postpone the ceremony instead of canceling it completely. This way, we won't disappoint your people, and we'll also give me some time to prepare."

"Xinyao, let's not cancel the ceremony tonight, okay?" Mo didn't give Chu Xinyao time to think. A dark light flashed in his eyes, and his voice carried a seductive power.

Chu Xinyao felt a wave of dizziness, and even her thoughts slowed down unconsciously. "You..."

"Don't cancel, okay?" The glint in his eyes seemed to materialize.

Chu Xinyao's love for Mo was overflowing, and she couldn't bear to go against his wishes. "Okay!"

......

The door closed softly behind him, and the smile on his face vanished instantly, replaced by a chilling coldness. A resolute glint flashed in his eyes, as if his previous gentleness had been nothing more than a carefully orchestrated performance.

"Ada."

Ah Da emerged from the darkness, saying, "Your subordinate is here."

"Stay here and do not allow anyone to enter or leave. We must ensure that tonight's ceremony proceeds smoothly."

"Yes!"

Mo walked downstairs, and when he reached the courtyard on the first floor, he stopped and looked up at the third floor where Chu Xinyao was. A smile appeared on his face, a smile of confidence that he had the victory in his grasp.

"It's too late to say you don't want to now." His plan was already in place, and the ceremony tonight was a done deal. No amount of hesitation could change his mind now.

"Mistress, mistress, wake up, the ceremony is about to begin." After an unknown amount of time, Chu Xinyao, who was sleeping in bed, was woken up by Xiaobai.

Chu Xinyao's eyelids felt heavy. She struggled to open her eyes and looked at Xiaobai with a confused expression. What was wrong with her?

"What happened?" Chu Xinyao's voice was hoarse from just waking up.

Wasn't she discussing something with Mo? Her thoughts seemed to still be lingering on her conversation with Mo. She remembered that they were discussing the ceremony, and she remembered his voice and his request.

"Xinyao, let's not cancel the ceremony tonight, okay?"

"it is good!"

Chu Xinyao was completely baffled. How could she have agreed on a whim?

"Mistress, are you alright? We should change our clothes." Xiaobai took out a dark blue dress that matched Mo's, and also had a pretty vest.

Chu Xinyao shook her head, trying to dispel the confusion in her mind. "Oh, okay. Strange, why did I suddenly agree to become partners?"

Xiao Bai smiled gently, her eyes revealing understanding. "Mistress, that's because your feelings for the clan leader are genuine, and it's only natural that you're willing to make concessions for him. Besides, the clansmen are all looking forward to tonight's ceremony, and your agreement is also a sign of respect for everyone."

Really? Chu Xinyao looked at Xiaobai, who seemed to have been through it all, and hesitated for a moment.

Her feelings for Mo are genuine, and she is willing to make concessions for him. However, why did she not want to be his partner before?

Chu Xinyao felt as if her mind was a mess, confused and blurry, and she couldn't even clearly grasp those fleeting thoughts.

Like a mindless puppet, she allowed Xiaobai to carefully dress her in an exquisite wedding gown and adorn her with a gorgeous headdress.

The wedding dresses were made of the finest materials and embroidered with exquisite patterns, while the headdresses were crafted from gold, silver, and gemstones, making her look exceptionally beautiful.

Then, while it is beautiful, it lacks soul!

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