Seventeen. Love is not possession.

  Chapter 17: Love is Not Possession

  Witnessing Geng Xiao You's strength, He Yan Ye and Lan Han Yun also gradually put their minds at ease, happily enjoying the delicious food.

  Geng Xiao Yu put away the crystal stone and walked towards them, only to see that they were leisurely enjoying their food. Only Qing Feng was standing aside with a red face, silent. Had she just been injured? She quickly walked up to Liu Qing Feng, her face full of worry, and asked: "Qing Feng, what's wrong? Are you hurt? Let me take a look?"

  Zhao Yimo and the others heard it, and curiously turned their heads to look at Liu Qingfeng. Ah! Today he really looked a bit strange, lacking his usual arrogance and elegance, twisting and turning like a woman.

  The gentle breeze reddened his handsome face, and there was a hint of shyness in his peach blossom eyes. He shook his head and backed away. "Xī ěr, I...I'm fine."

  The more he did so, the more curious it made people. Geng Xiao's dark and shiny eyes moved as she stepped closer to him. "Qing Feng, don't you really want to tell me?"

  Liu Qingfeng put his hands behind his back and leaned against the tree behind him. "Xier, don't worry, I'm really fine." He replied anxiously, as if covering up something.

  Geng Xiao's eyes slightly turned, pretending to be heartbroken and lowering her head. She silently turned her head around. "Qing Feng, have you started disliking me?" Her shoulders shook as if she was truly heartbroken.

  Seeing her sad look, Liu Qingfeng became anxious. He hurriedly ran over to grab her shoulder and explained: "Xier, I don't dislike you, really! It's just that..." His face turned red as he still couldn't say it out loud.

  Geng Xiao turned her head, blinking her lively big eyes. "Just what?" She was really curious, and she finally knew why people said that curiosity killed the cat.

  Yu Hesitated for half a day, Liu Qingfeng raised his head and looked at her with a serious face. "Xier, are you sure you really want to see it?" A hint of teasing flashed in Taohua's eyes.

  Geng Xiao You felt a bit uneasy, but she still nodded because she was really curious about what was going on.

  Liu Qingfeng's face turned red as he leaned his head close to her ear and whispered, "Xier, if you want to see, go behind my back."

  Nodding, Geng Xiao came to his back, and suddenly a smile poured out of her face. She hugged her stomach and laughed loudly. "Haha... Qingfeng, aren't you cold?" Only to see that Liu Qingfeng's pants had a big hole, with his entire buttocks exposed outside, blowing in the cold wind.

  Liu Qingfeng's face was bright red with embarrassment, and he wished he could find a hole in the ground to crawl into. He knew she would definitely laugh at him. He gritted his teeth and growled, "Xier, stop laughing!" What could he do? Who told that leopard to bite wherever it wanted, specifically targeting his butt? It not only made his rear end chilly but also made it uncomfortable for him to sit.

  Zhao Yimo and the others saw Geng Xiao's exaggerated smile, and they were also full of curiosity. The three people tacitly exchanged a glance, and before Liu Qingfeng could react, they rushed to his back.

  “Pfft” Zhao Yimo spat out the water he had just drunk, laughing exaggeratedly, pointing at Liu Qingfeng's buttocks exposed outside blowing wind. “Haha…Qingfeng is so big and still wears shorts with an open fly... Haha…” He was just wondering why his expression was so strange today, now suddenly enlightened.

  He Yan Ye was leaning against the tree trunk, laughing loudly. Good heavens! He had been friends with Feng for so many years, but this was the first time he saw him like this.

  Lan Huan Yun hugged his stomach, he had never laughed so hard before, it was really hard not to laugh.

  A loud and clear laughter filled the forest, startling birds flying in all directions.

  "Have you had enough of laughing?" Liu Qingfeng growled with a bright red face, it's really strange that he didn't have eyes to see, having such a group of friends who delight in others' misfortunes.

  Zhao Yimo covered his mouth, his body constantly shaking, and the evil eyes still had a thick smile.

  He Yanye stood up, elegantly dusting off his clothes. A hint of a smile still lingered on the corner of his mouth.

  Blue and cloudless, she cleared her throat, and gathered up a face full of smiles.

  Geng Xiao wiped away the tears that had formed at the corners of her eyes, suppressing them. "Okay... I won't laugh anymore." She looked at Liu Qingfeng and promised, but her shoulders still couldn't help but tremble.

  Liu Qingfeng's face turned bright red as he looked at her, a hint of sadness and resentment flashing in his peach blossom eyes. "Xier, you've already seen my true self, now you have to take responsibility for me!"

  She couldn't laugh anymore, she raised her head to look at Liu Qingfeng's serious face, then looked at He Yanye's smiling and warm face, as well as Lan Hanyun's gentle face. Alas! It seems that what needs to be faced still has to be faced after all!

  Geng Xiao Yu turned her head to look at Zhao Yi Mo who was smiling slyly, only to see that the 'Shang' character on his forehead had already disappeared.

  Zhao Yimo saw the doubt in her eyes, and his evil lips curled up. "Woman, are you very curious?" Seeing her nod, he continued: "Actually, I am the only one among the Five Gods who has not been sealed, and the purple bangle on your hand is also my illusion, given to you by an old man. Now I can only tell you this much, as for the rest, after you find all five gods, you will naturally understand."

  Geng Xiao nodded slightly, now she had found three, and there were two more to go, where would they be? It was really a headache! Suddenly, something flashed in her mind. She turned her head to look at Liu Qingfeng. Her face flushed slightly, and she whispered: "Feng, can you turn around and let me see your butt?"

  Liu Qingfeng nodded slightly, still with a suspicious flush on his handsome face. "That... Xi'er, don't forget to take responsibility for me, okay." He reminded her before turning around.

  Geng Xiao was stunned, where did he think he went? He now looks like the pitiful Little Red Riding Hood, while she is the big bad wolf that wants to bully him.

  When Liu Qingfeng turned around, everyone finally saw a clear purple birthmark on his buttocks with the word "Zhēng". This guy's birthmark is not good anywhere, and it just had to be in such a hidden place. Fortunately, this time was a lucky mistake, otherwise she would have been asked to go there. Would she have to ask someone to take off their clothes every time they met a man? Thinking of that scene, she couldn't help but break out in cold sweat.

  Zhao Yimo hooked his lips and smiled slyly, teasing: "Feng, your buttocks are still as sexy as ever! Haha..."

  Geng Xiaoqiu suppressed a smile, awkwardly rubbing her nose. "That... Qingfeng... you should go change your pants. Wearing open-crotch pants on a day like today is really cold. Haha..." She couldn't take it anymore, she really couldn't hold back. She squatted down and hugged her stomach, laughing loudly.

  He Yan Ye and Lan Han Yun were also amused by her words and couldn't help but burst into loud laughter.

  Liu Qingfeng glared at them with extreme annoyance, laughing, laughing, laugh to death. Gnashing his teeth and growling: "Give me my pants." He should have changed into new ones long ago, why did he still need to wait until now?

  Zhao Yimo smiled and nodded, somehow pulling out a pair of pants from somewhere and handing them to him. "Here! For you."

  Liu Qingfeng hastily grabbed his pants and quickly hid behind a tree, covering his buttocks.

  He Yan Ye gently held Geng Xiao You, who was laughing and having a great time, and whispered deeply. "My dear, I miss you so much, do you miss me?" It's true that one day apart feels like three autumns, let alone so many days without seeing her, he missed her to the point of heartbreak.

  Geng Xiao Yu's smile faded from her face, and she reached out to gently stroke his cheek. "Ye! I've missed you too." She truly felt guilty towards him, loving him while still having feelings for two other people in her heart. "Ye, I'm sorry...I..." His dark, shiny eyes were filled with remorse.

  He Yan Ye gently pressed his lips to hers, shaking his head softly. "Shh! Ruo Yu, my dear, don't say anything, I understand, you don't have to feel guilty. As long as you have me in your heart, that's enough." In fact, he had understood after learning about his own identity. She was destined not to be an ordinary person, and being able to stay by her side, loving her, was a kind of happiness. As long as she had him in her heart, it was satisfying for him. He knew that Feng and Yun must also think this way.

  Geng Xiao Yu raised her head and gazed at him, he was so excellent, why did he have to go to such lengths for her? "Ye, how can I repay your deep affection?" And what about them, how could she repay them.

  He Yan Ye fondled her nose, his lips brushing against her ear as he whispered softly. "Fool! As long as you love me, that's all that matters. Ru Xuan, my treasure, it's been a while since we've done that, will you give in to me tonight? And my butt is quite sexy too."

  He stretched out the tip of his tongue and lightly licked her white jade-like earlobe, causing her to tremble slightly. "Hateful!" She blushed at the roots of her ears, gently pounded him once, and gave him a coquettish glance.

  Liu Qingfeng changed into a new pair of pants and walked out from behind the tree, seeing two people flirting with each other. His face turned gloomy, and a hint of pain flashed through his heart.

  He Yan Ye patted the shoulder of Geng Xiao You and said softly, "Ruoxi darling, follow your heart, we are all willing. You don't have to feel indebted to us." He smiled elegantly and turned his head to look at Liu Qing Feng not far away. "Go talk to Wind, he's really been worried about you these days." Although the feeling of pushing the one I love to someone else is unbearable, Wind's love for her was no less than mine, especially with that selfless act just now, it moved me. Love isn't about possession, but seeing the person you love happy.

  Geng Xiao nodded slightly, a faint smile spreading across her face. "Night, thank you!" With a man like him loving her selflessly, she truly felt happy. In her heart, she made a silent vow that in this lifetime, no matter what, she would never disappoint his deep affection.

  Liu Qingfeng's heart accelerated as he saw Geng Xiao You walking towards him, his eyes gazing at her silently with deep emotions.

  Geng Xiao You came before him, raised a faint smile, and softly called out in a low voice. "Qing Feng!" She owed him deeply, the one she felt most guilty towards was him.

  Two people locked eyes, after a long time, Liu Qingfeng finally couldn't help but hold her in his arms, calling out to her deeply. "Xier!" She was his poison, already deeply embedded in his heart, merged into his blood... For this lifetime, he would never be able to let go of her. Even knowing that she had a secret, as long as he could stay by her side and see her smiling happily, it was enough.

  She said, "You're right, she'll follow her heart's direction even if there's no road ahead, and she won't regret it." "Qingfeng, do you mind that while I love you, I still have someone else in my heart?" She loves them all, as long as they don't mind, she'll be responsible for them this lifetime, and will never betray any one of them. She knows she's fickle, but she really can't let go of any of them, no matter how much the world may not accept it later, she won't change her love for them.

  Liu Qingfeng raised his head, with a look of disbelief in his eyes. "Xier, what do you mean?"

  Geng Xiao Yu gave a faint smile, looking at him seriously. "Qing Feng, if you don't mind that there's still someone else in my heart, then I'll be responsible to you. After all, I've already seen your...ahem...innocent butt, haven't I?" She playfully batted her eyelashes.

  The cool breeze was blowing wildly, and tears couldn't help but slide down her eyes as she tightly hugged him. "Don't mind, of course not." He chuckled... How could he possibly mind? Being with her was his greatest wish in this life.

  Geng Xiao Yu smiled faintly, gently pushing him away, lifting his face and softly wiping the tears from the corners of his eyes. "Qing Feng, it's okay! Don't cry anymore, huh?" She patted his hair like she was coaxing a child.

  Liu Qingfeng smiled and nodded, tightly hugging her. His current mood was almost indescribable. He kept whispering in her ear, telling her about his deep love for her. "Xier, I love you, so much! So much..." At this moment, he felt like the happiest person in the world.

  He Yanye leaned on Lan Hanyun's shoulder, looking at the loving couple with a mix of emotions. He couldn't say he wasn't jealous, but he would learn to adapt, because the person he loved was extraordinary.

  Lan Huan Yun's eyes were filled with infinite love and indulgence as she gazed at the happy couple. Although her heart might feel a little sour, seeing her happy smile was all that mattered, because he knew he also had a place in her heart.

  Zhao Yimo's mouth corners slightly hooked up, and a thread of delight flashed in his evil eyes. Woman, you understand love better than 10,000 years ago.

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  The blue sea water waves hit the beach one after another, with a salty smell.

  The whistle of the steamship sounded "toot toot", and the ship finally arrived at the port. On the dock, people were coming and going, bustling with activity. Some were welcoming back long-absent family members, embracing and crying tears of joy; others were seeing off loved ones on a distant journey, reluctant to part, hugging and shedding tears...

  Janice, dragging her luggage, stepped elegantly onto the deck. With a warm and refined smile, she was unaware of how many people stopped to admire her elegant appearance. Her deep blue eyes held a hint of nostalgia. She had finally returned to this familiar land again, although she hadn't stayed here for long. However, this land had left an indelible mark on her heart, which could be said to be her second hometown.

  This time he chose to disembark at the South Wharf, which is relatively far from City A. He wanted to walk all the way to City A, and along the way, take a look at the surrounding scenery and get familiar with the local customs and people.

  He dragged his luggage along a ancient street filled with a strong sense of nostalgia, everywhere was filled with a thick and elegant atmosphere. It felt like walking into a time tunnel, back to the ancient dynasty, completely two extremes compared to the modern feel of A city.

  The street is bustling with people coming and going, the stalls on both sides are filled with all kinds of pastries and small trinkets. The sound of vendors' calls keeps ringing in my ears...

  Janice looked up at the gradually darkening sky and chose an ancient inn that seemed to be from a bygone era. As soon as she stepped inside, she was drawn in by the scene before her eyes: the red wooden window frames were intricately carved with flowers, birds, fish, and insects; the interior decor was simple yet elegant, exuding an air of classic refinement; watercolor paintings adorned the walls, their delicate lines and subtle charm evoking a sense of elegance.

  The shop assistant, upon seeing Janice, hastily came forward with a warm expression, "Welcome to our store, sir. Are you here to dine or stay?" In fact, the shop assistant knew that Janice was there to stay as soon as he saw her dragging her luggage, but they still had to go through the formalities, which was also the norm in their line of work.

  Janice smiled politely at her companion and said in stiff S language: "Eat, stay."

  "Alright, guest! Please wait a moment! I'll go prepare your room first." The attendant lifted up a warm smile and hurried off to make arrangements.

  The porter, with a smile all over his face, returned to Jenesis' front and said, "Guest, please follow me!" The porter led the way in front, and Jenesis followed with her luggage, walking up the wooden stairs. Every step she took made a creaking sound under her feet.

  "Guest, you really have a good eye! Our Flying Guest House is the oldest and most distinctive inn in Lianghua Town." The partner walked in, introducing it. He led Janice into his room, pointing to the elegant and simple decoration of the room with pride. "Guest, don't you think our guesthouse's decor is very characteristic?"

  Janice nodded in appreciation, smiling at her companion and said: "Thank you! I love it!" The environment here is really unique, with a hint of natural wood scent in the air. It's really very characteristic.

  The fellow, hearing his praise, laughed even more enthusiastically. "Guest, you must try our specialty dinner later, the taste will satisfy you." The clever fellow's eyes rolled around and he quickly seized the opportunity to sell Jenice the most expensive dinner in the inn. His mental abacus was clicking away, completely taking Jenice for a sucker, determined to fleece him without mercy.

  Poor Janice had no idea she had become a scapegoat in other people's eyes.

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