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As long as she knows that Xu Qi has feelings for her, that's good enough.

Finally, Xu Qi looked at the female lead, who should have come to visit earlier.

Of course, Xu Qi couldn't be too affectionate with Xin'an, nor did he have any reason to be.

If you had to describe their relationship, you could only call them friends.

However... there's something complicated between them.

Seeing Xu Qi, Xin'an thought of her reason for going abroad—wasn't it to avoid Xu Qi? She thought that once she got to Europe, these things would fade with time, but she never expected…

But instead, it became even more unforgettable.

Xu Qi's complex feelings towards Xin An also left him unsure how to express them.

He knew what kind of woman Xin'an was; that subtle affection was something Xu Qi would find hard to detect, but she wouldn't approve of the relationship situation around her.

This time, however, she was captured by fate for her own sake, and one can only imagine the fear she must have felt during the process.

Fortunately, she was not harmed. Perhaps Eleanor was preparing for the possibility of being captured today, so she left herself a way out and did nothing to Xin'an.

This is also why Xu Qi did not use harsh methods against Eleanor.

However, compared to him, Xin'an seems to be better able to adjust his mindset.

She took a slight breath and said in a nonchalant manner, "How have you been? I never expected to see you even in Europe."

Chapter 1164, 1157: Since you care so much, why not marry him?

"You're making me sound like some kind of haunting, deadly ghost."

After Xu Qi finished speaking, both of them burst out laughing.

After laughing, Xu Qi said, "This time, I owe you. If it weren't for me, you wouldn't have been involved in such a dangerous situation."

However, Xin'an shook his head.

"I brought this on myself; I was just confused."

Xu Qi made no comment; he already knew from Eleanor.

In that situation, it wasn't someone who had lost their mind; the choice they made required immense courage and complete trust in Xu Qi.

Moreover, it must be acknowledged that Xu Qi owes Xin An an enormous favor.

If she were to simply submit to fate, it would be a significant blow to Xu Qi.

However, Xu Qi wouldn't say any of this aloud. He also knew that Xin'an wouldn't want him to break everything down into such detail or explain it so openly...

However, Xu Qi himself will remember it.

Remember that the woman in front of him had been kind to him.

“But I didn’t expect you to come to Europe. I always thought you were still in Shanghai…” Xu Qi paused here.

As if realizing something, he sighed and said, "Are you avoiding me?"

At this moment, Rita had already brewed some black tea and brought it to the two of them. Without saying much, she pulled Durandal away from the living room.

Watching Rita walk away, Xu Qi roughly understood why Xin'an was avoiding him.

"I can just consider you a friend, in fact..."

"I know, I know you don't have any feelings for me."

Xin'an interrupted the other party.

Facing Xu Qi again, she felt an unusual sense of freedom, as if the shackles that had weighed on her heart for so long had finally been broken by her own hands.

“But I have it.”

Xu Qi was stunned; he hadn't expected Xin An to be so clear about his words.

Moreover, he always thought that a woman like Xin'an would never fall in love with him.

"That's normal... A woman like me naturally likes strong men. I can see a bright future in you."

Someone like you can succeed no matter where you are.

Xu Qi remained silent; this was perhaps the most heartfelt conversation he had ever had with Xin'an.

Xin'an's words were very realistic, but Xu Qi knew that this was the real person.

This is a woman who has completely exposed herself, almost naked, before him. What she just said is the most authentic Xin'an.

There was no pretense, no hypocrisy.

Xu Qi suddenly said.

"Even without Alicia and those older sisters in the courtyard, I might still be the person I am today, who is insatiable in matters of the heart."

Many things don't happen because you take the first step, but because you are the kind of person who would take that first step.

I'm a passionate, even somewhat promiscuous, person. I have little resistance to beautiful women, but fortunately, the women I've met along the way have all been tolerant of this about me.

But you're different, Xin'an... I know you need a stable relationship, a stable family, but I can't, and it's impossible for me to marry you.

I will marry Mei, that's for sure... Thank you for liking me.

Xu Qi's words were all from the bottom of his heart.

Both he and Xin'an are mature and understand each other's needs.

Two years have passed since I left the subway company, and for a young person, two years is enough time to change a lot.

Tears streamed down Xin'an's cheeks without her realizing it, but she still forced a smile and said, "So, does this mean I've... broken up with my boyfriend?"

Xu Qi dared not look into the other person's eyes, much less reach out to wipe away their tears.

He could be with Himeko, he could be with Kiki, because he knew that these women had the courage to live with him.

Not everyone can accept that the man they love has three wives and four concubines.

Xu Qi's image has already been finalized.

If Xu Qi knew from the beginning that the other person couldn't accept it, then he wouldn't have fallen in love.

"Is it truly a case of being destined to meet but not to be together?"

Xu Qi never knew that rejecting someone's love could bring such immense pressure.

"What if... I'm willing to remain unmarried for the rest of my life for you?"

Xu Qi suddenly stood up! He said somewhat impatiently, "What about your parents?! Xin'an, you and I both came from that era of education."

The continuation of a family is the hope that every elder places on us! Are you really going to tell your parents that you're my lover?!

Can you handle the pressure from your family?

I have many women, I love them all, and there is a reason, both unfortunate and fortunate, for me to be able to live so harmoniously with them.

They only need to get over their own internal struggles. But it's different for you! You'll face much greater pressure! ...It's not that you're bad, it's that I'm bad.

Upon hearing this, Xin'an's resolve only grew stronger.

"You care about me..."

"Are you out of your mind?!"

Xin'an suddenly smiled, a bright and cheerful smile, and the tears in her eyes stopped welling up, because she suddenly realized that Xu Qi was not rejecting her.

“I can talk to my parents and tell them that I am a non-marriage advocate.”

Xu Qi's eyes widened.

"Are you crazy?"

"I am also willing to love you humbly and be your lover."

"You were clearly avoiding me before..."

"But you came!" Xin'an suddenly felt that God still had some compassion. "You came to Europe, you came to Waraheim, you even saved me..."

Do you know what? When that female officer told me that I was also in Europe, I had already made up my mind—I wanted to be with you, no matter what criticism we faced.

So I will never surrender, and I will never offer them any help! I ran away from you once, but fate has brought us together again... I don't want to run away again.

I want to accept it…

In this world, no amount of flowery language can compare to a heartfelt word.

Even Xu Qi, with his back to Xin An, was overwhelmed with emotion.

Just as he was hesitating, he heard another voice.

"She's made up her mind to take on all the pressure for you. If you really like her, shouldn't you take the initiative to help her share the burden at this time?"

Xu Qi suddenly looked up at Rita, who was walking down the stairs from the second floor.

The little maid looked at Xu Qi intently. She saw Xin An's grateful gaze and returned a slight smile.

"Sir, since you care about her so much and have spoken up about the difficulties she faces in being with you, and she is willing to face all of this to be with you, then what you need to do next is to resolve these difficulties, right?"

Xu Qi seemed to have a sudden realization in his eyes.

At this moment, Rita also glanced at Xin'an. Both women were extremely intelligent. Xin'an immediately understood Rita's meaning, stepped forward, and hugged Xu Qi from behind.

"You shall be a rock, and I a reed. The reed may be as soft as silk, but the rock will never move."

Chapter 1165, 1158. Isn't Durandal a good helper too?

That night, Xu Qi and Rita lay in the same bed, and the more Xu Qi thought about it, the more he felt that he had been tricked by Xin An and the little maid at the same time.

"Sir, don't overthink it. Are you unhappy about having one more person?"

"I'm happy, but... Rita, why aren't you unhappy?"

Xu Qi turned to the side and, taking advantage of the headlamp still being on, carefully observed the expression on Rita's face. Having spent so much time with Rita, he knew a thing or two about her.

Whenever Rita lies or says something against her will, her right eyebrow will unconsciously rise.

Rita sighed.

"What? Does Master really need me to be jealous before you'll be happy?"

You should be jealous.

"I'm just a little maid..."

Rita raised her right eyebrow slightly; this was a statement she made against her will.

Xu Qi reached out and wrapped his arms around Rita's slender waist. Through her silk robe, the fabric felt incredibly smooth against his skin, as if he weren't wearing any clothes at all...

Only by seeing Rita up close can one truly appreciate her breathtaking beauty.

With bright white teeth and graceful movements, she exudes charm with every glance, making one's heart burn with desire the more one looks at her.

Once upon a time, Xu Qi dared not hope that his wife could be such a beautiful woman.

"Do you really have to wait until I teach you a lesson before you'll change your tune?"

Although both of them were lying on the bed, Xu Qi was lying on his side with his head slightly raised, giving him a superior air. This made Rita feel even more that she really was a little maid.

But he insisted that he was the mistress of the house... so I guess I'll just have to accept it.

Rita then said seriously, "If it were before, I would indeed have opposed your relationship."

Why?

Just as you feared, Xin'an couldn't withstand the criticism from her family. What she needed was a man who could walk down the aisle with her and love her wholeheartedly.

Even if you two were together, it would only be... a dream. And she understood this herself, which is why she fled to Europe.

"So why have you changed your mind now?"

“Because she has changed…” Rita said seriously, “A woman can give her life for love, that kind of determination… I understand, so I am no longer worried that she will not be able to withstand the pressure.”

You two already have feelings for each other. If you can overcome those difficulties together, why force yourselves to separate? Anyway… you're already in this situation.”

At the end of her speech, Rita still had a little complaint.

It's already like this... It's already like what?

It's nothing more than complaining that Xu Qi has too many women.

"Forced melons are never sweet, but I can't bring myself to pick a ripe melon and let it fall to the ground and smash to pieces."

Xu Qi suddenly felt an overwhelming sense of pity.