Otherworldly Companions: Every Handsome Man is Extraordinary

Chapter 294 Pretending

I'd give anything to stay by your side.

Such a confession can touch people's hearts in any era.

Jiang Yu belatedly felt a sense of shyness, and her cheeks quickly flushed a light pink.

Kong Yiche was clearly encouraged by his beloved's reaction. He continued, "My family has no intention of conquering the Forest Empire. It's just that my father is an upright man who wants to help the pure-blooded royal family to set things right and clean up the royal court. My family already has a supreme commander, and my retreat is the right political choice."

He knew that Jiang Yu was rational and cautious, and that he couldn't completely persuade or move her with just passionate emotions. So he presented more objective facts, which might be a dull and unappealing move for other women, but for Jiang Yu, it increased authenticity and credibility.

“You are so young, and your achievements are remarkable. It would be a shame to give up.” Jiang Yu pointed out directly: “If it weren’t for me, I believe your family might have made other arrangements.”

For example, a father in a high position gradually retires, and the younger generation takes over the glory and continues to build the family's future.

This is the optimal solution.

“No one can influence or interfere with my decision.” Kong Yiche placed Jiang Yu’s hand on his heart, letting her feel his surging emotions directly: “My father is in his prime, and he is the most suitable person to lead the Kong family.”

Jiang Yu finally smiled with satisfaction. She withdrew her hand and, seeing Kong Yiche's slightly dazed expression, gently stroked his cheek. Even she could feel the softness in her voice: "I have never doubted your sincerity, but what you have done for me is far more than I imagined."

“You walked towards me, taking 99 steps. If I didn’t even hesitate to take one step, that would be too much.”

Jiang Yu felt Kong Yiche's body tremble with excitement and joy, and felt herself sinking into a pool of happiness. She lowered her long eyelashes and continued, "I even feel sorry for my past rejection. Thank you for your unwavering choice of me. I can assure you that my feelings have changed. If you are willing to wait a little longer..."

Before she could finish speaking, Jiang Yu was pulled into a warm embrace.

The man had a fresh, grassy scent mixed with the fragrance of an unknown flower, but it wasn't rich or sweet; it was more like a blend of acacia and iris with a slightly bitter, delicate aroma.

Jiang Yu took a deep breath, feeling that she really liked the scent, and then placed a restrained kiss on her forehead.

Kong Yiche regained his composure and quickly released Jiang Yu, saying, "I was truly rude." However, he couldn't suppress the joy on his face. He childishly ruffled his hair and exclaimed, "Lord Jiang Yu, I am so happy, so joyful!"

Jiang Yu was somewhat surprised.

Lin Yi and Mo Ya are both passionate and infatuated types. Even Fan Qingyin doesn't show the same level of refinement and restraint as Kong Yiche.

She thought of those clear yellow eyes again, their sinister and insanely arrogant quality, and couldn't help but shake her head slightly.

Whatever comes to mind.

Kong Yiche was about to say something more when a gust of wind violently blew against their faces, making Jiang Yu's skirt rustle loudly.

She looked up and squinted. A tall man dressed in black was riding on a black dragon eagle, staring at them with hostile eyes.

But his voice was deep and full of laughter: "Oh, my lovely fiancée is secretly meeting with some shady characters~"

The moment Kong Yiche appeared in Keslan, his face darkened, his eyebrows lowered, and he exuded the oppressive aura of a superior.

"Why are you looking at me like that, little commander?" Keslan gave a completely insincere smile. "You don't even understand such a simple principle as first come, first served. Your family's upbringing really confuses and makes me doubt you."

Kong Yiche did not respond, but looked apologetically at Jiang Yu, as if the conflict and argument that had occurred in front of her was extremely offensive to her.

Keslan's expression changed drastically, and he cursed under his breath, "Utterly hypocritical!" He then turned and jumped down from the high sky.

As she rolled down, a long whip appeared in her hand without her noticing, and she lashed out ruthlessly towards Kong Yiche.

"Ah!" Jiang Yu exclaimed in surprise, unable to stop it in time. Fortunately, it was a close call, as Kong Yiche leaped backward in time, barely avoiding the vicious attack.

Jiang Yu raised an eyebrow, always amazed by Keslan's eagle-like skills, and also surprised that Kong Yiche, who worked as a civilian commander in the army, also possessed such excellent skills.

"You hypocritical liar!" Keslan didn't stop cursing. He had never hidden his true nature from Jiang Yu, so he looked down on Kong Yiche's pretentious act even more.

"You are, after all, a former member of the royal family. This is quite rude of you." Kong Yiche turned around slightly and revealed a provocative smile from an angle that Jiang Yu could not see.

"In any case, we shouldn't put Lord Jiangyu in a difficult position."

Keslan's cheeks trembled with anger, and he was about to explode when a pair of soft hands took his hand.

His pupils contracted slightly as he looked at Jiang Yu, who had somehow appeared beside him.

His expression at this moment was really quite cute. Just a moment ago, he had a fierce and menacing look, but now it had been transformed into a bewildered expression. Coupled with his clear yellow eyes, it reminded Jiang Yu of some kind of cute bird of prey.

Keslan was somewhat taken aback. How could he have gotten so carried away that he didn't even notice Jiang Yu standing right next to him? It was an utter disgrace.

Before he could react, Jiang Yu grabbed his hand and shook it gently, as if she were coaxing him.

Her expression showed a mixture of helplessness and indulgence, but no disgust, aversion, or annoyance.

"What are you doing?" Jiang Yu chose to calm the raging beast, and it turned out that her decision was absolutely correct.

Keslan quieted down almost immediately. He obediently lowered his head and moved closer to Jiang Yu until his arm gently touched hers, then he hummed contentedly.

“I’m not happy,” Keslan protested, looking aggrieved. “You haven’t even given me a clear answer yet, so how can he be the one to come up to you like this?”

Jiang Yu sighed and gently wrapped her arms around Keslan's lean waist: "When did the famous Chief Keslan become so conventional? I thought you already knew my answer."

The moment she embraced herself, Keslan was completely enveloped in joy, and all her irritability and sharpness were soothed.

Now it was his turn to lazily raise his eyes and look at Kong Yiche provocatively.

A faint glint of bloodlust flashed in Kong Yiche's eyes, but he quickly concealed it when Jiang Yu looked over, revealing a gentle smile instead.

"It seems that even Chief Keslan's sharp blade has succumbed to Lord Jiang Yu's tender affections."