Slender willows sway in the breeze

Chapter 147 Liking Women and Using Force
What does it mean?
The explanation is that if the plan succeeds, it will bring huge profits, enough to make them willing to take the risk.

time flies.

After the two analyzed the situation, the crowd on the street gradually dispersed.

It took me a while to realize that it was almost midnight.

Today is not only the Seven Sisters' Gathering, but also Liu Sijun's birthday. Thinking of this, Gu Changzhou said, "Sijun, come with me."

Liu Sijun was slightly taken aback, looking at Gu Changzhou with a hint of doubt in her heart.

At this time, the city had just experienced an disturbance caused by heretical cultivators, and the situation was complex and complicated.

She was still preoccupied with the affairs of Consort Shu and Consort Xian, and couldn't fathom Gu Changzhou's sudden action.

Gu Changzhou looked at Liu Sijun, a different emotion flashing in his eyes. He said softly, "Today is your birthday. Even though the situation is tense, you should have a moment of relaxation."

Liu Sijun's heart skipped a beat, only then realizing that today was her birthday.

In the midst of this chaotic situation, she completely forgot about the matter.

Seeing Gu Changzhou's serious expression, she nodded subconsciously and followed in his footsteps.

Unexpectedly, Gu Changzhou led her all the way back to the Marquis's residence.

The mansion was quiet and still, with moonlight casting a warm glow on the jade stones in the courtyard.

Gu Changzhou held her hand and walked along the path. Liu Sijun subconsciously wanted to break free, but inexplicably craved the warmth from his palm.

Her heart began to pound uncontrollably, a mix of panic and shyness washing over her. She didn't understand why Gu Changzhou had acted this way, nor did she understand why she hadn't resolutely resisted.

Before they knew it, they had arrived at the garden of Jiuhua Pavilion.

In the garden, an octagonal pavilion appeared exceptionally tranquil under the moonlight.

On the stone table in the pavilion, there were delicate pastries and a pot of steaming tea, and several lanterns emitting a soft glow were placed around it.

Everything was warm and romantic.

Liu Sijun looked at everything before him and was slightly taken aback.

Her gaze darted between the pastries and lanterns, trying to calm her inner turmoil.

To be honest, Gu Changzhou's visit made her involuntarily recall the scandalous affair from three years ago.

I've been so busy lately that I've completely forgotten about it. Their relationship is a bit different from normal people's. I try to forget about it and not mention it, but it seems to get stuck in my mind the more I try.

Gu Changzhou looked at Liu Sijun with tenderness and expectation in his eyes.

He gently helped Liu Sijun sit down in the pavilion, and then sat down opposite her.

Liu Sijun could feel Gu Changzhou's burning gaze, but dared not meet his eyes. She simply lowered her head, her fingers unconsciously tracing patterns on the stone table.

At that moment, a gentle breeze blew by, bringing the fragrance of flowers from the garden and stirring Liu Sijun's heartstrings.

She secretly glanced up and saw Gu Changzhou looking at her intently, the deep affection in his eyes sending a shiver down her spine.

She wanted to ask Gu Changzhou about the reason for all this, but when the words came to her lips, she didn't know how to begin.

Gu Changzhou slowly reached out, picked up the teapot, poured a cup of tea for Liu Sijun, and said, "Try it, this is your favorite tea."

Liu Sijun nodded slightly, took the teacup, and took a small sip. The aroma of the tea spread in her mouth, but her mind was not on the tea at all.

She kept asking herself what her feelings were for Gu Changzhou.
Why do I always feel so flustered in his presence?

Why is it that his every glance and gesture can so easily stir my heart?

But she still couldn't find a clear answer.

In this tranquil atmosphere, time seemed to stand still.

Some things, no matter how long you prepare, still feel insufficient. Three years have passed since their first meeting, and now he wants to take their relationship to the next level.

Gu Changzhou gently put down the teapot, his gaze never leaving Liu Sijun, and slowly said, "Sijun, in this complicated world, every moment I spend with you is the most precious time for me. From the moment we met, my eyes have never been able to leave you."

Liu Sijun's heart tightened suddenly. Hearing Gu Changzhou's blunt expression, her face instantly turned hot.

She wanted to escape this heart-pounding scene, but she seemed to be bound by an invisible force, unable to move.

It took Liu Sijun a while to recover.

Her mind was much clearer: "Gu Changzhou, to be honest, we've known each other for less than a year. We haven't actually been through that much together."

What exactly do you like about me?

Do you just like it when women use force?
And I just happen to be his type?

Liu Sijun had been serious for more than half a year, but now he couldn't help himself anymore.

She quickly pinched herself secretly.

She thought to herself: It's not that she's lusting after men, but rather that this body is still developing, so it's normal for her to have such thoughts, right?

Which point?
Gu Changzhou counted carefully: "Clever and mischievous, quick-witted and intelligent, patient and shrewd, calm and decisive..."

There are many facets of her; every facet reflects her.

"These are all you. If you really want to explain, I can't. Maybe it was just a destined glance."

Liu Sijun lowered her head slightly, her cheeks flushed.

But soon after, she asked, "Can you tell me what happened?"

Liu Sijun's gaze fell on the jade pendant at Gu Changzhou's waist.

The first time I saw him, he looked very familiar. After thinking about it several times, I finally remembered that the man she had "ravaged" three years ago seemed to have the same feature.

To prove that her memory was correct, she even went back through magic.

Exactly the same.

Gu Changzhou followed Liu Sijun's gaze to the jade pendant at his waist and was slightly taken aback.

Then I understood.

He gently picked up the jade pendant, rubbed it in his hand, and a gentle smile appeared on his face.

"It seems you finally figured it out!"

Gu Changzhou raised his head, his gaze meeting Liu Sijun's, and slowly said, "Three years ago, a traitor appeared in the building. I was ambushed and seriously injured. In order to survive, I had no choice but to do this. I just never expected that by chance, I would meet you..."

"So, you admit that you are the master of Wuji Tower?"

Gu Changzhou nodded: "That's right, I am the master of Wuji Tower. I was injured and you saved me back then, and that's when I took a liking to you."

Liu Sijun was startled.

Although I had suspected it for a long time, I still found it unbelievable to hear Gu Changzhou admit it himself.

It seems that her going to Wuji Tower to do a mission was not something she overheard by chance, but rather something Gu Changzhou spread the word about.

Although some of the tasks she did were tricky, she was able to handle most of them.

Now that I think about it...

"Then why didn't you tell me sooner?"

Gu Changzhou sighed helplessly: "Si Jun, I didn't mean to hide it. It's just that Wuji Tower has many enemies, and I'm worried that it might bring you danger. Moreover, I also want to interact with you as Gu Changzhou, so that you can see the real me, and not treat me differently because of my identity as the leader of Wuji Tower."