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Suddenly, a lustrous emerald light shone through the brocade box.

A jade bracelet lay quietly inside the box.

It is entirely emerald green and translucent, with a rich and pure color.

Just looking at it makes it impossible to look away.

Instantly, Luan Xin was drawn to the bracelet.

His eyes were filled with amazement and delight.

But she suppressed her longing and didn't reach out to touch it.

Just then, Xiang Fan's voice rang out.

"You like it? Then take it."

Upon hearing this, Luan Xin quickly shook her head.

Although she didn't know much about jade, she could tell at a glance that this bracelet was quite valuable.

Why would she accept such an expensive gift for no reason?

Xiang Fan, however, stood up with a smile, picked up the bracelet, and came to Luan Xin.

"Stretch out your hand."

Under Luan Xin's astonished gaze, Xiang Fan gently slipped the bracelet onto her wrist.

The emerald green bracelet and the fair wrist complement each other perfectly.

Luan Xin then realized what was happening and hurriedly tried to take off the bracelet, but Xiang Fan grabbed her hand.

"Okay, wear it like this, it looks good!"

These words seemed to have a magical power, causing Luan Xin to stop what she was doing.

But her pretty face still flushed slightly, and she whispered.

"Xiang Fan, this thing is too valuable. If you give it to me, what about your wife...?"

Seeing her nervous expression, Xiang Fan couldn't help but chuckle and reached out to ruffle her hair.

"This is a gift for you."

"As long as you like it, that's enough!"

Luan Xin's face turned even redder as she looked down at the bracelet on her wrist, her voice barely audible.

"But...but this is too expensive."

"Is it valuable?" Xiang Fan raised an eyebrow.

"In my opinion, its value can only be revealed when you wear it."

"Otherwise, it's just a rock!"

Chu Zhongtian, who had been watching closely, quickly chimed in.

"Mr. Xiang is absolutely right."

"This bracelet is worthy of Miss Luan; it is truly a perfect use of her."

"Miss Luan, please don't refuse."

Since things had been said to this extent, Luan Xin couldn't refuse any longer.

She could only blush and nod, whispering "thank you."

Seeing this, Chu Zhongtian knew he should leave.

He cupped his hands in a respectful gesture.

"Mr. Xiang, Ms. Luan, please continue your conversation. I won't disturb you any longer."

"If you need anything at the manor, you can always give the servants your orders."

After saying that, he quietly slipped out and thoughtfully closed the door behind him.

For a moment, only Xiang Fan and Xiang Fan remained in the VIP room, and the air was filled with a hint of ambiguity.

Luan Xin gently stroked the bracelet, then looked up at Xiang Fan with a complex expression in her eyes.

"Xiang Fan, thank you so much for today."

"I don't know what I would do without you."

Xiang Fan chuckled softly, his eyes filled with tenderness.

"Why are you being so polite with me?"

"As an old classmate, how could I just stand by and watch you get bullied?"

"That's different." Luan Xin bit her lip, her voice lowering slightly.

"Ever since we reunited, you've been there for me every time I've encountered trouble."

"He's like a god of war, helping me overcome all my difficulties!"

At this point, she took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind.

His gaze fell on Xiang Fan, his voice trembling with trepidation.

"Xiang Fan, I like you!"

"I've liked it since I was in school."

The moment those words were spoken, the air in the room seemed to freeze.

Luan Xin's heart was pounding, and her palms were sweating with nervousness.

She dared not look Xiang Fan in the eye, and could only stare intently at the hem of his clothes, her voice growing softer and softer.

"I know you're married, I shouldn't have said these things..."

"But I've been holding it in for so long. If I don't say it today, I'm afraid I'll never have the chance again."

"These past few days, I've been filled with regret."

"I regret not reuniting with you sooner, I regret not taking the initiative to find you."

"If I had met you sooner, would I be the one with you now?"

Xiang Fan looked at her reddened ears and slightly trembling shoulders.

A complex emotion flashed in his eyes.

He didn't speak, he just looked at her quietly.

Luan Xin waited for a long time but received no response, and a pang of sadness welled up in her heart.

She gave a self-deprecating laugh, her voice trembling with emotion.

"Don't feel bad, just pretend I didn't say anything..."

"I know," Xiang Fan suddenly interrupted her.

"I knew you liked me back in school."

"You paid for my spring outing and invited me to the provincial capital every time."

"I even know about things like that later on, when they secretly came to visit me at school."

Luan Xin's eyes instantly reddened, her nose tingled, and tears almost fell.

She bit her lip, wanting to ask but unable to bring herself to say it.

Looking at her current state, Xiang Fan reached out and gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes.

After a moment of silence, he slowly spoke.

"However, my future is destined to be fraught with thorns, countless hardships and obstacles, and many powerful enemies!"

"I was afraid you would get hurt, so..."

"I'm not afraid!" Luan Xin suddenly spoke, her pretty face full of determination.

"As long as I can be with you, I'm not afraid of anything!"

Upon hearing Luan Xin's words, Xiang Fan's gaze trembled slightly, as if something had touched his heart.

He looked at Luan Xin's reddened eyes and the determination on her face. His lips moved slightly, but he remained silent for a long time.

He wasn't heartless; he remembered all of Luan Xin's little schemes from when they were in school.

At that time, he was just an adopted son of the Xiang family. He couldn't even see a future for himself, so why would he want to involve the other party?

After his release from prison, the troubles surrounding his background made him even more afraid to have any thoughts about it.

Seeing that he remained silent, Luan Xin assumed he was hesitant and took a half step forward, looking at him intently.

"Xiang Fan, I'm serious!"

I don't care how many dangers surround you; I don't care how many thorns your future holds.

"I just want to be by your side, even if it's just... just watching from afar."

Her voice was choked with emotion, yet it was filled with unwavering determination.

Xiang Fan hesitated for a moment, his face showing a mixture of helplessness and emotion.

"It will be tough following me."

"I'm not afraid of hardship!" Luan Xin replied immediately, her tone incredibly firm.

"Even if it's bitter, it's better than watching you and not being able to say anything!"

Xiang Fan stared at her for a long time, and the defenses in his heart finally began to crumble.

"Silly girl."

Just then, Xiang Fan's phone suddenly rang.

He answered the phone, and Black Rose's voice immediately came from the other end.

"Master, we've located Chen Mo's exact location."

"He went to the bamboo forest behind the villa."

"Okay," Xiang Fan replied, hung up the phone, and turned to look at Luan Xin.

"I have something to do, so I have to go now."

"oh."

Not getting the answer she wanted, a hint of disappointment flashed in Luan Xin's eyes.

However, she still managed to force a faint smile.

"Go ahead and do your thing, I'm fine."

Seeing Luan Xin trying to appear strong, Xiang Fan hesitated for a moment, then silently took out a jade pendant from his pocket and handed it over.

"Keep this jade pendant with you at all times."

"If you encounter any danger, I can protect you."

After saying that, he turned and quickly left.

Only Luan Xin, in the VIP room, tightly gripped the jade pendant, a resolute look flashing across her pretty face.

"Xiang Fan, I'm waiting for you!"

After leaving the VIP room, Xiang Fan asked for directions to the bamboo forest and then rushed quickly towards the back mountain.

……

Meanwhile, in the bamboo forest on the back mountain.

Two figures stood facing each other.

Chen Mo's face was full of gloom as he looked at the old man in black robes beside him.

"Elder, why did you make me use a curse on Yu Linglong?"

"Wouldn't it be easier to just arrest her and interrogate her?"