338 325. A Lovely Accident

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Ma Teng's words silenced any protest that was going to come out from Pang De and silenced Ma Chao from retorting any further, which allowed Ma Teng to finally discuss his plan to assert his control over Chang'An, to rely on his Han ethnicity to convince the people and officials of Chang'An that he was a much better ruler for them, rather than Han Sui who have different ethnicity and was an enemy in the past against the Han Dynasty.

Both Ma Chao and Pang De feel that while their plan will definitely work, Han Sui would undermine Ma Teng's plan by announcing that Ma Teng is a traitor to Han as he allied himself with the Qiang People Han Sui included for his own ambition.

As Ma Teng outlined his plan to assert control over Chang'an by leveraging his Han ethnicity and appealing to the people's allegiance to the Han Dynasty, Ma Chao and Pang De listened intently, recognizing the potential effectiveness of such a strategy.

However, their optimism was tinged with apprehension as they voiced their concerns about Han Sui's potential interference.

Ma Chao, youthful and idealistic, voiced his worries about Han Sui undermining their efforts by labeling Ma Teng as a traitor to the Han Dynasty due to his alliance with the Qiang People, including Han Sui himself, in the past.

Pang De, ever astute, echoed these concerns, acknowledging the complexity of the situation and the potential ramifications of Han Sui's actions.

However, Ma Teng merely chuckled in response, his eyes twinkling with a hint of mischief. He assured his companions that he had already anticipated this challenge and devised a contingency plan to address it.

With a confident smile, Ma Teng explained his strategy to shift the focus onto the Qiang People, led by Han Sui, and their threats against his family. He revealed that he would feign submission to Han Sui's demands in order to protect his loved ones, all while secretly plotting his own course of action.

While Ma Chao struggled to fully grasp the implications of his father's words, Pang De understood the gravity of the situation immediately. He realized that Ma Teng's plan involved severing their private relationship with Han Sui and sacrificing personal ties for his ambition and the survival of his legacy.

As Ma Teng observed the solemn expression on Pang De's face, he understood that Pang De had grasped the full weight of the situation. With a heavy heart, Ma Teng explained to Pang De that this was indeed the worst-case scenario, one that he had hoped to avoid at all costs.

He reassured Pang De that sacrificing their private relationship with Han Sui was not a decision he took lightly, but it was necessary for the survival of his legacy and the realization of his ambitions.

Pang De, his loyalty unwavering, nodded in understanding, his eyes reflecting a mix of determination and resolve. He knew that difficult choices lay ahead, but he was prepared to stand by Ma Teng's side and see their plans through to the end.

Meanwhile, as Ma Chao finally grasped the true meaning behind his father's words, he too offered his understanding and support. With a newfound sense of clarity, he pledged to stand alongside his father and Pang De as they navigated the undercurrent of Chang'An against Han Sui.

As Ma Teng, Ma Chao, and Pang De plotted their next moves, the scene shifted to Lie Fan, standing tall on the deck of his treasure ship as it sailed homeward toward Xiapi.

With his army at his back and the wind in his sails, Lie Fan's thoughts turned to his family that was waiting for him at Xiapi. He was a bit melancholic when remembering them, and a bit regretful because of the short time he spend with them especially his children.

Even when he is in Xiapi, he was to busy in handling government matters that he will stayed at his office until night and then he return to his residence, the short amount of time left was then used to spend time with his wives.

While he was looking toward the sea, he doesn't realize Lu Lingqi was standing beside him looking at the sea and Lie Fan's face at the same time, her eyes taking turn seeing the sea and Lie Fan's face.

As Lu Lingqi stood beside Lie Fan, her gaze alternating between the vast expanse of the sea and the contemplative expression on his face, she found herself captivated by both the serene beauty of the ocean and the enigmatic allure of Lie Fan himself.

Having spent countless hours together on the battlefield and in training, the bond between them had grown stronger with each passing day and yet, despite her efforts to bury her feelings deep within her heart, Lu Lingqi found herself unable to suppress the blossoming emotions that stirred within her.

The crucible of life-and-death battles had forged a connection between them that transcended mere camaraderie, igniting a spark of something deeper and more profound that she could stop anymore.

As she stood beside Lie Fan, feeling the gentle sea breeze caress her skin and watching the play of emotions on his face, Lu Lingqi knew that she could no longer deny the truth that lay within her heart.

Like a delicate flower unfurling its petals in the warmth of spring, her feelings for Lie Fan bloomed with a quiet intensity, impossible to ignore or suppress any longer.

As she took a deep breath, letting the salty sea air fill her lungs, Lu Lingqi resolved to embrace the undeniable truth of her emotions and face whatever challenges ahead with a determined heart.

As the sea wave suddenly surged, catching Lu Lingqi off guard, she let out an exclamation of surprise, her words lost amidst the roar of crashing waves. Before she could regain her composure, Lie Fan, lost in his own thoughts, sprang into action with lightning-fast reflexes.

In one fluid motion, Lie Fan reached out and wrapped his arm around Lu Lingqi's waist, pulling her close to him in a protective embrace. Startled by his sudden action, Lu Lingqi instinctively reached out and clung to Lie Fan, her heart racing with a mixture of surprise and gratitude.

For a fleeting moment, their eyes met, and in that silent exchange, a myriad of emotions passed between them. Amidst the chaos of the churning sea and the rush of adrenaline coursing through their veins, sense of intimacy begun to surround the two of them.

As the tumultuous waves crashed against the ship, Lu Lingqi and Lie Fan stood close together, their eyes look toward each other close, where they can even see each other in their eyes.

As the moments stretched on, the sense of intimacy between Lu Lingqi and Lie Fan grew, enveloping them in a cocoon of shared emotion amidst the chaos of the churning sea. With their eyes locked in a silent exchange, they could feel the unspoken connection between them strengthening with each passing second.

Lu Lingqi's face flushed crimson, her cheeks burning with embarrassment as she felt her heart pounding in her chest, the sound echoing loudly in her ears. She had never expected to find herself standing so close to Lie Fan, their gazes locked in a moment of shared vulnerability and closeness.

Lie Fan, too, was taken aback by the sudden turn of events, his own heart racing in his chest as he beheld the shy and embarrassed expression on Lu Lingqi's face. In that moment, he saw a side of her that he had never witnessed before, a glimpse of vulnerability and innocence that took his breath away.

As they stood together, the tumultuous waves crashing against the ship, Lu Lingqi and Lie Fan found themselves caught in a moment of unexpected intimacy, their hearts beating in sync.

As the waves crashed against the ship and their hearts beat in synchrony, Lie Fan found himself overcome by a surge of emotion that he could no longer suppress. Captivated by the vulnerable beauty of Lu Lingqi's expression and the intoxicating scent that enveloped her, he closed the distance between them.

With a gentle touch, Lie Fan cupped Lu Lingqi's face in his hands, his heart pounding in his chest as he leaned in to press his lips against hers in a tender kiss.

In that fleeting moment, time seemed to stand still as their lips met, the world around them fading into insignificance as they were consumed by the intensity of their connection.

As Lie Fan felt Lu Lingqi's response to his kiss, a surge of warmth flooded through him, igniting a fire that burned with intensity andthey lingered in each other's embrace, lost in the euphoria of the moment.

After some time passed, Lie Fan released the kiss and then he realize that this action was out of line in this current era, and when he wanted to apologize to Lu Lingqi he saw that Lu Lingqi face was full of happiness which struck his heart.

Lie Fan: "I-I'm sorry Young Lady Lu, I don't know what came over me, I apologize for doing something so outrageous."

Lu Lingqi: "I-its okay, e-even though it was beyond my e-expectations it was in line with what I wanted to say, I actually interested to you since our duel in Hulao Pass but I tried to bury that feeling."

Lie Fan: "Really? I never expected for you to feel that way since Hulao Pass, I just thought of you as a rebellious little girl who wanted to prove herself."

Lu Lingqi: "Rebellious little girl?! What, am I not beautiful enough hmm?! Ah of course how could I forgot that you already have two beautiful wife at home waiting for you."

Lie Fan: "Haha! That's what I thought in the past, but after meeting and knowing you again I could see than you have blossomed into a beautiful flower."

Lu Lingqi hearing what Lie Fan said Lu Lingqi's face flushed red, her heart was filled with happiness hearing what Lie Fan said. She never thought that Lie Fan was also somewhat attracted to her, even though it was during their second meeting.

Even though the two of them was somewhat shy and embarrassed toward each other, none released the hold they have over each other. Lie Fan hold Lu Lingqi's waist, feeling the softness in his hand and was sintoxucated by it while Lu Lingqi with a crimson face holds Lie Fan over his waist as well, with the two of them looking at the sea together not knowing that Jia Xu, Xun You, and Chen Gong see this scene and put Lu Lingqi on the same level as Lie Fan's wives.

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Name: Lie Fan

Title: Three Heroes Who Defeat Lu Bu

Age: 29 (196 AD)

Level: 16

Next Level: 2,462,000

Renown: 725 -> 825

Cultivation: Yin Yang Separation (level 9)

SP: 1,071,700

ATTRIBUTE POINTS

STR: 936 (+20)

VIT: 598 (+20)

AGI: 583 (+10)

INT: 587

CHR: 93

WIS: 509

WILL: 397

ATR Points: 0