Chapter 379 This Love Can Wait (Part )

"Brother Jin, for a man, a woman is only a part of his life. But for a woman, the man she loves is everything to her. A man can sacrifice his life for love, while a woman can sacrifice her soul for love. This is the difference between men and women, and it is also the difference between you and Teng Rou."

"Madam, are you the same to me...?"

"Yes! For you, I can give everything, even my dignity."

"lady……"

"Hush! Brother Jin, I know the woman in your heart is not me. But I don't care. I just want the realistic you, the you who can talk and laugh, the you who can be seen and touched. Life is too short. I have no time to feel sad about my gains and losses, nor do I have time to spy on your heart. As long as you can stay by my side, one more day means one more happiness."

Ling Xiaoxiao's touching and heartfelt words made Luo Tianjin's eyes red and he burst into tears.

Luo Tianjin hugged Ling Xiaoxiao tightly, with such strength that it seemed as if he wanted to rub her into his body.

"Xiaoxiao, you gave birth to my children, but I can't forget another woman. I've been unkind to you and made you suffer."

This belated apology made Ling Xiaoxiao unable to suppress her inner grief any longer. She clutched Luo Tianjin's robe tightly with both hands and burst into tears like a child.

"Xiaoxiao, I will spend the rest of my life making it up to you..."

"No!" Ling Xiaoxiao suddenly raised her head, stared at Luo Tianjin with tears in her eyes, and shook her head, "As long as you promise me one thing, I will have no regrets."

"Not to mention one thing, even if it's ten or a hundred things, I will definitely agree to it." Luo Tianjin said seriously, "As long as you say it, I will definitely agree to it."

"Really?"

"Every word is true!"

"Okay then!" Ling Xiaoxiao burst into laughter and said, "I want you to promise me that no matter what happens in the future, you will not abandon me."

Luo Tianjin was stunned for a moment, then he understood the deep meaning of Ling Xiaoxiao's words and nodded heavily, "I promise you, no matter what happens in the future, I, Luo Tianjin, will never leave you, Ling Xiaoxiao. I will always be by your side until a hundred years."

"A word is settled!"

At this moment, Ling Xiaoxiao was like an ignorant and naive girl. She raised her hand solemnly, wanting to high-five Luo Tianjin as an oath.

"A word is settled!"

Luo Tianjin resolutely raised his right hand and placed his palm against Ling Xiaoxiao's.

Tenderness and sweetness, dawn is coming.

"Madam, I have accepted Liu Xunyi as my apprentice." At this moment, Luo Tianjin's tone was less turbulent and more calm, "What do you think?"

"Have you thought about it?" Ling Xiaoxiao seemed to have expected this, so she was not surprised and said softly, "Okay! It will be more convenient to do things with one more person at home in the future."

"This boy is both civil and military, and has both moral integrity and talent. He will become a great man in the future. With him assisting Xuan'er and taking care of Yu'er, I can feel more at ease." Luo Tianjin smiled, and then changed the subject, saying, "Did Yu'er...have any changes during your trip to Wudang?"

"You want to ask Yu'er about her feelings for Liu Xunyi, right?" Ling Xiaoxiao smiled, "I have tried to probe her several times, but she has always been deliberately avoiding the question, so I can't guess what she is thinking."

"My little daughter's heart is like a needle in the sea, it's really hard to figure it out." Luo Tianjin sighed, "Even you as a mother can't figure it out, and I as a father am even more helpless. Madam, you should find an opportunity to have a detailed talk with Yu'er. Tell her that if she really sets her mind on Liu Xunyi, her father is willing to personally take action to facilitate their marriage."

"I really don't know what's so good about Liu Xunyi? He has bewitched you and your daughter." Ling Xiaoxiao pretended to be angry and said, "In my opinion, it's not my daughter who has chosen him as her husband, but you who has chosen him as your son-in-law."

"Haha..." Luo Tianjin laughed heartily and said jokingly, "If I can get such a good son-in-law, it will be a blessing for me, Luo Tianjin."

"But... I think Liu Xunyi only has brother-sister feelings for Yu'er, and no romantic feelings." Ling Xiaoxiao hesitated, "On the contrary, that girl Xunzhen often flirts with him, like a pair of happy enemies. I see them often go in and out together, spending all day together, it's inevitable that they will fall in love with each other." "No." Luo Tianjin shook his head and said, "Xunzhen and Liu Xunyi are not from the same world at all. To be honest, I once asked Liu Xunyi to closely monitor Xunzhen's every move to prevent her from harboring ulterior motives. At the same time, I also secretly asked Xunzhen to keep an eye on Liu Xunyi for me and wait for an opportunity to find out Liu Xunyi's background. Therefore, they seem to be laughing and getting along well together, but in fact, they are not in harmony with each other, and they have their own ulterior motives. It's just a show."

"That's true." Ling Xiaoxiao responded with a hint of meaning, "Men don't seem to like women who are too smart."

"Why?"

Ling Xiaoxiao's eyes turned, and she teased with a smile: "For example, if the matter between you and Teng Rou happened to Xunzhen, Liu Xunyi would never have the opportunity to deceive her for more than 20 years."

In response to this, Luo Tianjin could only smile awkwardly and said no more.

"Brother Jin, Dad told you that on the Dragon Boat Festival, you must explain the grudge between you and the Lord of Jueqing Valley to all the heroes in the world and give a clear explanation to your colleagues in the righteous way. I wonder...what do you think about this matter?" Ling Xiaoxiao said hesitantly, "Right now, it's less than half a month away from the Dragon Boat Festival. I heard that Kunlun, Kongtong, Shaolin, and Wudang are all preparing to set off to Luoyang."

"My father-in-law is right." Luo Tianjin replied without denying it. "If I can't explain this matter clearly, I'm afraid I won't be able to gain a foothold in the martial arts world in the future. Since Shaolin has such doubts, I'm sure other sects must also have doubts, but they just don't dare to say it out loud."

"Dad has promised Shaolin that you have nothing to do with the Lord of Jueqing Valley..." Ling Xiaoxiao couldn't help but look embarrassed and said anxiously, "But since you have already determined that the Lord of Jueqing Valley is the former Teng Rou, how should this matter end?"

Luo Tianjin raised his eyebrows slightly and asked, "What do you mean, Madam?"

"If you insist on distancing yourself from the Lord of Jueqing Valley, won't that hurt her again?" Ling Xiaoxiao hesitated, "But if you refuse to clarify, rumors will surely spread in the martial arts world. By then, the martial arts sects will distance themselves from us in order to protect themselves. In this case, how will Brother Jin respond to the martial arts conference on September 9th?"

"Now that things have come to this, do I still have a choice?" Luo Tianjin's expression darkened and he smiled bitterly, "If I don't clear myself of my relationship with her, I won't be the only one who will suffer in the future. It will also involve you, Xuan'er, Yu'er, and even the entire Xianwang Mansion, and even Wudang... Alas!"

"Brother Jin means..." Ling Xiaoxiao's eyes were filled with an indescribable excitement, and she asked doubtfully, "Are you willing to give up Teng Rou for us?"

The muscles on Luo Tianjin's face trembled slightly, as if he was experiencing a fierce struggle in his heart. After a long time, he forced a smile and nodded gently. Although he didn't say much, the stiff smile he showed at this moment was full of bitterness and sadness.

"Brother Jin, don't worry. As long as you are willing to speak up and clarify the matter, Dad will definitely help you and lobby all the heroes in the world for you, so that you don't have to worry about anything before the martial arts conference." Ling Xiaoxiao comforted him softly, and then his eyes darkened, and whispered, "However, after the martial arts conference..."

"When you reach the mountain, there will always be a way out. When you reach the bridge, you will naturally straighten yourself out. Madam, don't worry about me." Before Ling Xiaoxiao finished speaking, Luo Tianjin interrupted her impatiently, "If necessary, I will personally take action...to deal with Jueqing Valley."

Ling Xiaoxiao looked at Luo Tianjin with complicated eyes and sighed, "Brother Jin, it's really hard for you to hurt a woman who loves me again and again. If that day really comes, I hope you can let Miss Teng go and don't kill her."

Luo Tianjin was slightly stunned and asked curiously: "Why?"

"Because I am also a woman, and I also deeply love a man."

Ling Xiaoxiao's words were like a knife or a sword, piercing the softest part of Luo Tianjin's heart, making his heart burn and painful as if a knife was cutting him.

"Madam, there is one more thing I want to discuss with you." Luo Tianjin seemed unwilling to dwell on Xiao Zhirou's topic and hurriedly changed the subject, "It's about Xuan'er's lifelong event."

"Xuan'er?" Ling Xiaoxiao was startled, and said thoughtfully, "Xuan'er is already old enough to get married. I wonder what Brother Jin's plan is?"

"I want to personally arrange a marriage for Xuan'er." Luo Tianjin pretended to be mysterious.

"Which family is this girl from?" Ling Xiaoxiao couldn't wait to ask, "What's her character? How's her appearance? How talented is she? Is she a good match for our Luo family?"

Luo Tianjin pretended to be in deep thought and answered in all seriousness: "This girl comes from a wealthy family. She has a dignified character, outstanding appearance, and good talent. Most importantly, her family background is definitely a good match for ours."

"Oh?" Ling Xiaoxiao's eyes lit up, and she immediately became interested. She hurriedly said, "Brother Jin, don't keep me in suspense. Tell me which family this girl belongs to. I only have one precious son, Xuan'er, and I have always treated him like a treasure. How can I marry him off easily? As a mother, I naturally have to check for him."

"Haha..." Luo Tianjin laughed loudly, then stretched out his hand and gently touched Ling Xiaoxiao's nose. Under her shy and resentful gaze, he said slowly, "The candidate I'm looking for for Xuan'er is Zhongli Wanying, the only beloved daughter of Zhongli Mu, the head of Kongtong Sect. What do you think, Madam?"

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(End of this chapter)