Chapter 151 - 3.47

Xu Jiaqi's return was quickly prepared, and He Yiyuan used all his might to ensure that the priority of this event would be placed at the very top. It wasn't because he no longer wanted to see Xu Jiaqi, but because he truly felt that the other wouldn't be able to be happy or have a fulfilling life at all beside him.

It was painful, but he was sure that he would get over it. He was the one and only Dragon of Xi, and was there a need to be concerned over these matters for long?

He believed that time would be on his side and aid him along the way.

The date of Xu Jiaqi's departure was due in a week. Before that, He Yiyuan arranged a formal farewell party, and invited quite the fair share of people ranging from all fields. These people were all ones that Xu Jiaqi knew, and were considered her acquaintances in Xi.

That's right, she gained a lot of acquaintances and even some she would dare to call a friend during her line of work. People of different statuses, peerage, things they were great at, everything was gathered around a small gazebo, where many food variants were displayed out in the open and meant to be consumed by the esteemed guests.

Today, Xu Jiaqi wore Xi's traditional clothing to honor the long trip that she ended up having in this beautiful land. She was dressed elegantly and looked the best she has ever been in this world. Her beauty attracted a lot of attention.

"How is it? Pretty grand, huh? Although you are an outsider.. You have managed to capture the hearts of this many people. You should hold your head high even after you return to Xian Ruo. It's only a given that you should be proud of yourself." He Yiyuan brought two glasses of wine with him, offering one glass to Xu Jiaqi. "Care for a toast?"

"Thank you. This kind of thing.. isn't needed, but I still appreciate the kind thoughts and efforts." Xu Jiaqi smiled as she accepted the drink and toasted with him.

"You look extremely beautiful today. If you continue to smile like that, my heart won't be able to take it." He Yiyuan sighed, acting saddened and clutching his hand over his heart as if he was struck by a barbed wire.

Xu Jiaqi smacked him playfully, telling him to stop the misleading act, to which the man responded with a loud laugh to. They continued to joke around and discuss some external matters. It was like nothing substantial happened between them. Like the fit of confessions prior to this was nothing but a fever dream.

In the end, their conversation was cut off short because Xu Jiaqi was called to perform her part in this party, so He Yiyuan was once again left alone.

During her stay, she had helped the place so much, and contributed to the betterment of lots of problems. People thought that they would already be used to Xu Jiaqi's exceptional beauty, but who knew that the lady would be able to take it one step further and look even more dazzling? This caused her to gain a lot of traction from the people, and it could be said that she was rather famous not only for her countless achievements, but also her charms.

Words of praises were quickly thrown around, and He Yiyuan observed everything unfold before his own eyes. Today could've gone two ways. Had Xu Jiaqi accepted him, he would've stood beside her on the stage she was currently speaking on, and they would've been able to announce their relationship rightfully.

A regretful smile appeared on his face.

"My lord, I spot a peculiar expression on your face. Are you beginning to regret it? She hasn't left yet, there's still time for us to hold her back. You just need to say the word, and we will make sure that she becomes the future Queen." Zheng Jianyu appeared out of nowhere and waved his hand over He Yiyuan's face, teasing him.

"Shut up, Jianyu. How many times must I tell you that I am going to move on from her?" He Yiyuan batted He Yiyuan's hand away and started to walk away to lose the man's approach.

"..Hm. You might say that, but it doesn't really seem like that's the case.." Zheng Jianyu sighed as he watched his lord, his lifetime's best friend walk away. If he focused hard enough, it was as if he was able to see a faint dejected shadow looming behind the man. "Ah, what am I going to do with this mess of a man? He's too kind for his own good, even after all the pushing I've given him."

With both hands on his hips, Zheng Jianyu huffed and followed after He Yiyuan, telling the man to wait for him to catch up.

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Xu Jiaqi was the star of the show, so she was naturally met with a lot of reactions from the people that she have worked with for the past five years. There was just as much people that hated her as much as those who were fond of her, obviously. She couldn't help but notice the stares of some of the attendees, which conveyed happiness and led her to harbor a set of strange thoughts.

As she dined on the delicacies served, she was circled by a group of people, who each had their own thoughts to share. They greeted her and started up many topics, creating a merry atmosphere around the party.

Xu Jiaqi happily engaged in the talks without much restraint.

"Thank you for your service, Miss Xu. Your existence has been a great help to us, and I don't think that we could be the same any longer once you choose to go back to your homeland.. But this was bound to happen someday, so we should've prepared ourselves for it a lot, right?" One person began to touch upon the topic of her leaving her post.