Chapter 179: Accompany Me Tonight

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Chapter 179: Chapter 179: Accompany Me TonightShe knew what had happened! Although Qin Lan had been unconscious at the time, a woman’s sixth sense allowed her to sense what had occurred. Facing her boyfriend’s betrayal, being treated like a commodity and given to someone else—even shared for benefits. That’s why she was scared and terrified, waking up from nightmares feeling disappointed and helpless. But when she opened her eyes, Ye Xuan was there before her. This let Qin Lan’s emotions burst forth, and she immediately hugged Ye Xuan and started sobbing. "Lanlan, it’s okay now! With me by your side, no one will dare to bully you again." Ye Xuan didn’t know what to say at first, so he could only hold Qin Lan and comfort her. He was the Black Emperor, the ruler of the Dark World who never made promises lightly! But as he spoke those words, his expression gradually became resolute. Since returning to Yan Country, the first woman to make Ye Xuan make a promise was his wife Lin Tong. Qin Lan was the second! Once the Black Emperor spoke, his words were bound to be fulfilled. "Mm." Qin Lan hummed softly, feeling her tear-streaked face flush with redness. Especially being held in a man’s arms, it made her feel somewhat uncomfortable. Lanlan, this is your first time embracing a man, shouldn’t you be a bit more reserved? But being in this man’s arms felt so comfortable, giving Qin Lan an unprecedented sense of security! Just like when she was a child, held in her mother’s arms, as if even if the sky fell, she could prop it up for her. Gurgle! Just then, Qin Lan’s stomach growled, and she blushed, leaving Ye Xuan’s embrace a bit embarrassedly. Shocked and troubled this evening, she was indeed getting hungry. "Rest for a while; I’ll go make something for you to eat." Ye Xuan said with a smile, carefully placing Qin Lan on the bed head and prepared to leave the room. However, just as Ye Xuan was about to turn to leave, Qin Lan’s anxious voice suddenly came from behind: "Ye Xuan, Zhong Kang... where is he?" Her voice trembled, revealing the unrest in Qin Lan’s heart. This man was her boyfriend, but now his name filled her with fear. "He’s gone. Just as he was taking you out the door, I happened to come upon you." Ye Xuan didn’t lie, Zhong Kang really had left, sent to hell by him. Upon hearing Ye Xuan say Zhong Kang was gone, Qin Lan quickly added, "Did he do anything to you? I’m sorry, Ye Xuan, I shouldn’t have let you come here." Qin Lan knew Zhong Kang came from some mysterious organization within the country and thought Ye Xuan might be at a disadvantage in the other’s hands, her words filled with concern. But seeing Ye Xuan’s indifferent demeanor, he seemed not to fear the other at all. What exactly was going on? Hearing Qin Lan’s words, Ye Xuan secretly chuckled to himself but put on a serious face and asked, "Lanlan, can I ask you a question? In your heart, do you care more about me, or him?" The question obviously had a teasing element, making Qin Lan’s face turn red instantly. The atmosphere became somewhat awkward! However, thinking back on the interactions with Ye Xuan over time, Qin Lan suddenly realized she was actually leaning more towards Ye Xuan. Especially after comparing the events of tonight, Zhong Kang simply couldn’t match up to Ye Xuan. Ye Xuan’s figure had, unknowingly, occupied most of her heart! Thinking this, Qin Lan’s cheeks reddened further, she didn’t dare to look at Ye Xuan and buried her head into her chest. "I chased him away, don’t worry, that bastard won’t come back to look for you again." Ye Xuan told a kind lie, not revealing to Qin Lan that he had killed Zhong Kang. Upon hearing Ye Xuan’s words, Qin Lan shuddered, then fell silent. It was unknown whether she really understood what Ye Xuan meant, or if her sixth sense as a woman sensed something. ... After entering the kitchen, Ye Xuan opened the fridge, took out the preserved white fungus and lotus seeds, and prepared to make a pot of Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge. Qin Lan hadn’t eaten yet and had been frightened, so she needed to properly nourish her body. And the nutritious and delicious Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge was naturally Ye Xuan’s first choice! "It just so happens I’m a bit hungry too, I’ll make an extra portion." Ye Xuan muttered to himself; he too had been busy all night, and the food from the banquet had long since been digested. Half an hour later, Ye Xuan carried the freshly made Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge to Qin Lan’s bedroom. Upon entering the room, the rich aroma wafting from the pot instantly whetted Qin Lan’s appetite as she sat on the bed. "It smells so good!" Qin Lan sniffed with her little nose, looking at the Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge brought by Ye Xuan, almost drooling. "Here, I made you some porridge, hurry up and eat it while it’s hot." Ye Xuan served Qin Lan a bowl, smiling as he handed it to her, and then he served himself some to eat. "Ye Xuan, I didn’t expect you to really know how to cook, and to make such fragrant porridge at that." Smelling the fragrance emanating from the bowl, Qin Lan looked at Ye Xuan with a face full of surprise. She picked up the bowl, took a small sip with the spoon, and her beautiful big eyes immediately shone. The Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge was extremely delicious, filled with a subtle sweetness amidst the aroma, cooked to perfection, perfectly blending the flavors of the lotus seeds and white fungus. The porridge was a bit hot, but Qin Lan didn’t care, she finished it in no time, almost swallowing her own tongue. "Ye Xuan, this porridge is too delicious; it’s the best Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge I’ve ever tasted!" Qin Lan licked her lips, full of praise. It wasn’t unusual for a man to cook, but for him to make a common ingredient taste so good was somewhat surprising to her. You see, she wasn’t usually fond of porridge, as it generally lacked flavor and wasn’t tasty. But this bowl of porridge was so delicious, different from what she usually ate, obviously a cut above. "Of course it’s different; this is the special Imperial Lotus Seed Porridge that others can’t even get their hands on," Ye Xuan said proudly. The Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge in front of her was made using imperial cooking methods! These classical cooking methods were passed down from the imperial chefs of the ancient Imperial Palace and were specifically meant for the Emperor’s enjoyment. Now, they were only provided to the upper echelons of Shangjing, something that ordinary people could hardly taste. Imperial Lotus Seed Porridge? Qin Lan’s eyes widened in amazement, hearing this name for the first time. But she knew that anything prefixed with "Imperial" was naturally very precious! This made her very curious; how did this man know everything, even how to make Imperial Lotus Seed Porridge, and what was it that he couldn’t do? "If you like it, eat more of it; Lotus Seed and White Fungus Porridge is very nutritious and great for nourishing the body." Ye Xuan finished his bowl and set it down with a smile. "One bowl is enough for me." Qin Lan shook her head, obviously worried about eating too much and gaining weight. It seems losing weight is the lifelong struggle of every woman, and Qin Lan was no exception. "Ye Xuan, thank you!" Qin Lan suddenly said seriously. Not only had Ye Xuan saved her that night, but he had also gone out of his way to cook porridge for her, which moved her deeply. "Why are you thanking me? If you don’t eat, I’m hungry myself," Ye Xuan said with a laugh. Qin Lan hummed softly, a warmth welling up inside her. There was also an indescribable special emotion stirring within her, a yearning to be close, perhaps that was the feeling of safety! Beside this man, she felt incredibly grounded. "Alright, you should rest early. I’m going back to my room now." Ye Xuan said, and then stood up to leave. "Ye Xuan, you... you stay with me tonight!" Qin Lan suddenly sat up, grabbed Ye Xuan’s hand, and blurted out.

Chapter 179: Accompany Me Tonight

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