Chapter 134 - What To Do if You’re the Villain and the Heroine Likes You

This knot is actually as easy to unravel as putting an elephant in the refrigerator. To put an elephant in the fridge, it only takes three steps: first, open the fridge; second, put the elephant in; and third, close the refrigerator door. And unraveling Ziruo's mental knot is exactly the same. Since she cares about the "teacher-student" relationship, the first step is to tell her that their relationship is both "teacher-student" and yet not. The second step is to tell her that even if it was a "teacher-student" relationship, it wouldn't matter. The third step is to swiftly "confess," breaking through her hesitations. These three steps sound easy, but in reality, the execution is incredibly difficult. Fortunately, from the start, He has paved the way for the first step. The second step has also been indirectly conveyed to her through "putting himself in He Xiao shoes," indicating that he doesn't care even if it was a "teacher-student" relationship. This is a very promising start. The next step is to continually reinforce the second step, constantly reminding Fan Ziruo that even if they are "teacher-student," it doesn't matter. He Yunxiao pointed to the draft paper and talked about He Xiao and Fan Zi's story: "Ziruo, it's important to establish the setting of He Xiao and Fan Zi's father being old friends. Before He Xiao rejects Fan Zi, you must write a segment to inform the readers. Otherwise, they'll be in an uproar." Fan Ziruo nodded somewhat understandingly. He Yunxiao went on: "Your plot outline has no major issues. Now, all that's left is to refine the setting, add an emotional storyline, and then you can start writing." Upon hearing "you can start writing," Fan Ziruo's emotions changed. Excitedly and with a hint of anticipation, she said, "Alright." Mindful of the matter of unraveling her mental knot, He continued, "First, write the emotional storyline of He Xiao rejecting Fan Zi and let me have a look." Naturally, Fan Ziruo obediently agreed to He's request and then buried herself in writing on the draft paper. As it was just an outline, the word count was not extensive, and Fan Ziruo quickly summarized the plot developments and emotional changes between the two characters for He Yunxiao. Although He Yunxiao's desire to review the outline was a pretext, his intention to imply Fan Ziruo's thoughts not only existed but was significant. He Yunxiao asked, "After He Xiao rejects Fan Zi, how will you then reunite them?" Fan Ziruo hesitantly replied, "Afterward, Fan Zi's feelings for He Xiao are very strong. Then, they gradually develop feelings for each other. However, due to their relationship, they find it difficult to express their emotions openly." In his mind, He Yunxiao thought: Isn't this exactly the same as our present situation? "Later, they encounter bandits and, with the assistance of the bandits, they... um... become a married couple. With the marriage in place, He Xiao had no choice but to marry Fan Zi. With time, the constraints of their previous relationship gradually dissipate." He Yunxiao was absolutely not going to employ any conventional tricks to forcefully increase Fan Ziruo's favorability. What he wanted to imply was simply that the "teacher-student" relationship didn't matter. So, citing Fan Ziruo's story, He Yunxiao said, "Whether it's Fan Zi or Chu Xiaoxiao, their daring pursuit of love against all odds is the most precious. Real love can transcend worldly norms, Ziruo, don't you think so?" On hearing He Yunxiao's words, Fan Ziruo couldn't help but think of him and herself. The boundary of their relationship was also vague. Despite having many concerns, deep down, Fan Ziruo longed for such a relationship. Otherwise, she wouldn't admire Chu Xiaoxiao. "Mm," Fan Ziruo replied softly with her head lowered. Although He Yunxiao's implication had met with some success, it wasn't yet firmly established - it needed reinforcement. Aside from his own words that could convince Fan Ziruo, he needed someone close to her to sway her opinion. After much consideration, only Du Meimei came to mind! He was so close to solving the mental knot, and He Yunxiao didn't dare delay. After instructing Fan Ziruo to continue refining the novel outline, he used the excuse of taking a stroll to sneak into Du Meimei's courtyard. From a distance, He Yunxiao heard a melodious tune from a guqin. Approaching the courtyard, he saw Du Meimei gently plucking the strings. From the start, with the help of the favorability system, he knew that Du Meimei was skilled in music, and even her name contained the word "rhythm." However, it was only now that He Yunxiao had seen Du Meimei play the guqin for the first time. Sitting on a stool, with an exquisite figure and long, slender legs, her black hair cascading down her back, her delicate and serene face exuded elegance and purity. Du Meimei's dexterous fingers strummed the strings as though gently skimming across a calm water surface, producing ripples of exquisite melody. He Yunxiao couldn't bear to disturb this picturesque scene and quietly stood, waiting for her to finish playing before quietly approaching her from behind, wrapping his arms around the beauty's shoulders. "My lovely Meimei." Startled by the touch, Du Meimei's body stiffened at first. But as He Yunxiao's voice reached her ears, her rigid posture, along with her cold aura, melted away like snow under the warm, gentle spring water. Leaning softly against her master's embrace, Du Meimei gazed at He Yunxiao with a hint of reproach, "It's been three days since Master last secretly visited Meimei. Meimei thought that Master had forgotten about this clumsy girl." He Yunxiao was also a bit regretful. These past few days, caught up between Nan Zhu and Ziruo, he had genuinely neglected Du Meimei. "Meimei, I've been a bit busy these past few days. I did neglect you." Hearing her master's words, Du Meimei turned around, her face filled with urgency as she looked at He Yunxiao. "Master, please don't say that. It was Meimei being willful, even complaining to Master. Master's affairs should come first, and Meimei shouldn't bother Master with trivial matters. As long as Master comes to see Meimei during idle times, allowing Meimei to serve Master and bring joy to you, Meimei will be content..." Listening to Du Meimei's anxious eyes and the words pouring from her mouth, focused on "serving," aroused a familiar desire in He Yunxiao. However, despite being tempted, He Yunxiao chose to proceed cautiously. He was concerned about Du Meimei as a whole person, not just her physical beauty. Du Meimei had the sort of loyal and compliant personality, eager to serve him. She wouldn't refuse his request, regardless of her personal desires. Considering the ongoing haste with Nan Zhu, Ziruo, and Sister Jiang, especially with no news of the redeemed mistress or any updates from the antidote girl, rushing into things now might jeopardize everything. "Master?" Du Meimei's voice brought He Yunxiao back to reality. Following Du Meimei's gaze, he looked where she was indicating – to his own uncontrollable desires and the "nuclear reactor." There was no time to recite "Tales of the Peach Blossom Spring." Because Du Meimei blushed, gazing at He Yunxiao through eyes brimming with desire. "Master, Meimei is here. You don't need to hold back." *Tl: Soothsayer.io