"Are you beauties always so harsh on yourselves?" Jiang Hengyi gazed into those eyes. Before Qi Jing could grasp the meaning behind his words, Jiang Hengyi added, "You're not as heartless as the rumors say, either."
Qi Jing mused inwardly that this man must be out of his mind.
"Then why don't you find out for yourself, my lord? See what kind of person I am." Qi Jing forced a smile, then said softly, "I'm a strange sort, you know. Best to be cautious." He slipped his folding fan into his sleeve.
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Sly, devoted guard dog of a pursuer x aloof, frail, universally adored receiver
(Both are formidable; they scheme against each other.)
Major revisions underway‼️‼️ Temporarily locked!
Note:
1. This story has no outline and is purely a writing exercise, my first work. If you don't mind, feel free to let it build up before reading ❤️
2. Set in an alternate history, with some elements inspired by real systems.
3. A twisty love story, not pure fluff. (The plot does not reflect the author's values; the twists are here to help each couple work things out.)
If anything could be improved, please tell me www I'll keep working hard 🥹❤️❤️
Theme: Put the people first; the worthy win the realm
