Chapter 572

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Chapter 572: Why So Wild

The blue cheongsam, embroidered with exquisite golden dragon patterns, was clearly handmade. It may not be as evenly woven as machine-made fabric, but it must be very expensive. Handmade products have this characteristic – expensive and delicate, just like the woman under the cheongsam. She had flawless features, a dignified temperament, delicate facial features, and a graceful and charming figure concealed beneath the cheongsam and shawl. At first glance, she was stunning.

If you don’t have a great figure, you wouldn’t dare to wear a cheongsam. It demands high proportions and many women can’t pull off the cheongsam style. Either they’re too skinny or too tacky. Only one in a million can wear a cheongsam with elegance and grace. That’s why no skin should be exposed, and every curve of the body should be tightly embraced, attracting attention everywhere.

Bai Wei was slightly amazed for a few seconds.

The girl who dressed up carefully looked different from the girl I usually see. The feeling of wearing makeup and not wearing makeup is also different.

Everyone has many different sides. No one stays the same all the time. Appropriate changes can bring freshness and maintain mystery.

When their eyes met, Bai Wei immediately understood. Unnecessary thoughts were gathered away.

Good news: It’s someone familiar.

Bad news: It’s someone familiar.

Bai Xinghui stood up and walked towards the person who arranged the blind date. "Hello, I’m Bai Xinghui, the sixth daughter of the Bai family."

An older woman from the blind date party stood up and shook Bai Xinghui’s hand, smiling. "Hello, hello…"

Both sides started chatting.

Meanwhile, Bai Wei stood at the door, his gaze fixed on the uneasy girl. He walked straight in and took a seat opposite her.

This open and straightforward attitude made the Bai sisters stunned for a moment.

As expected of an older brother, did he make a direct move after seeing eye to eye?

Bai Wei leaned against the back of the chair and said lightly, "How did you end up here, Princess Hanlu."

Ao Hanli’s tense expression slightly relaxed, revealing a bitter smile. "I’ve been deceived."

"Who?"

"Who else could it be?"

"Oh~" Bai Wei understood, it was Xue Hanlei’s doing.

She took me to the Eastern Sea, and then we wandered around the Ming Country for a few days. I had some things to take care of as well, so we visited the elder dragons while we were there. Today, she specially asked me to go shopping with her. We picked up some customized clothing and went to a dedicated beauty salon. After that, we came to a hotel to have a meal, and she asked me to wait here for her." Ao Hanli sighed and said, "And then she disappeared."

Bai Wei nodded and poured himself a cup of clear tea. "You know nothing about this matter?"

"Absolutely! No idea." Ao Hanli denied, "Why bother setting up a blind date?"

"That’s right."

Dragon maiden from the Eastern Sea, Ao Hanli from the direct line, enough men from Jinling City to Yan City have proposed to her.

Bai Wei asked again, "So, what about them? The extras?"

He said, "It seems like I still don’t know your identity clearly, right?"

"My sister must have used some method to fake her identity. The fact that she’s going on a blind date with a dragon is not common, so it’s necessary to create a fake identity in advance." Ao Hanli awkwardly shifted her waist, "I hope you don’t feel too pressured. Consider this a favor owed to you from me."

"Why go to such lengths?" Bai Wei breathed a sigh of relief, "I’m not thrilled about the blind date either, so it’s great that we have the same stance."

Ao Hanli took a deep look at Bai Wei, who had a sincere and relaxed expression on his face, and suddenly felt a subtle sense of discomfort within herself.

In other words, to some extent, I wasn’t attractive enough?

The woman’s thoughts were deep like the ocean. Her pride was slightly hurt, but she came dressed up for a blind date. Even though she knew the outcome wouldn’t be good, your smile was so bright that it seemed to push away all the troubles. It’s just too straightforward.

If it was someone else, Ao Hanli would never have this thought.

But he was Bai Wei, so Ao Hanli couldn’t help feeling a little frustrated, thinking that her feminine charm didn’t work.

"Let’s just consider it a meal gathering," Bai Wei said. "It’s good to have a free meal. The expenses here are too high, and I haven’t been here before."

Ao Hanli asked tentatively, "When did you find out about the blind date?"

"I just got home today and was assigned to it," Bai Wei said helplessly. "We’re all in the same boat. You could have just rejected me outright, saying that you’re not interested. I’m not afraid of losing face."

"Really?" Ao Hanli pondered for a moment and then said, "I don’t think it’s appropriate."

"What’s inappropriate?" Bai Wei asked in confusion.

"Rejecting someone, it’s not appropriate."

"Hmm??" Bai Wei was puzzled, he slightly got up, lifted his bottom off the seat and then pushed the chair back a little before sitting back down. "I don’t think there’s anything wrong with it."

Ao Hanli wondered if the action of pushing the chair back was serious. Hmph!

"I still owe Young Master Bai a few favors in the Eastern Sea, not to mention that you have not forgotten." Ao Hanli chose a roundabout tactic, bringing up old matters.

"What are you referring to?" Bai Wei scratched his cheek, indeed he had forgotten and was now searching in his mind, clicking keywords on the search engine.

"About the matter of the young dragon in the Eastern Sea…"

"That matter has already been long in the past."

"And the matter of the disappearance of the Eastern Sea Dragon Clan." Ao Hanli spoke slowly. "They have all come back."

Bai Wei raised an eyebrow, sipped his tea, and remained noncommittal.

"Don’t underestimate the dragon clan’s intelligence network. There are many aquatic beings from the North Sea and the West Sea within the border of the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom. After the tide receded, a lot of information was transmitted back, including some things about the Ten Thousand Demon Kingdom." Ao Hanli paused for a moment at this point. "The exact details are still unclear, but after organizing the available information, the person who saved Ying Mu and killed the black dragon is named ‘Bai Wei,’ so I can be certain it’s you."

"It seems like not everyone knows, right?"

"They will eventually find out about you, after all, Chao Lu was the one who sent you. They will investigate the mercenaries, then find Chao Lu, and then they will find you, since you didn’t use a fake name." Ao Hanli said, "I just skipped some complicated steps."

Bai Wei understood, "But saving her was just a coincidence, it doesn’t have much to do with you, right?"

Ao Hanli said, "Strictly speaking, it doesn’t, but the East Sea Dragon Palace shares the same honor. If it wasn’t for you, the Black Dragon wouldn’t have killed the Blue Dragon and taken the Dragon Pearl…"

Her eyes turned slightly dark, "This matter is not over yet, let’s not talk about it for now. This favor is significant, the East Sea must repay it."

The dragons have a high sense of self-respect, they seek revenge for grudges and repay kindness sincerely. They are both arrogant and genuine.

"So how do you plan to repay it then?" Bai Wei touched his nose, "You see, I’m not really lacking anything."

"Exactly, that’s why I can’t refuse you," Ao Hanli said wearily, "By the way, you have a good reputation in the East Sea. If you really want to marry a dragon maiden, there will be many girls who would be willing. They would be willing, but I have refused, which would lower my standing among my own kind."

Bai Wei said, "I see, in that case, I can say that I’m not interested in you either. That way, the East Sea will…"

"You don’t like me?" Ao Hanli asked softly.

Bai Wei calmly said, "That’s not the focus, Princess Hanlu."

"Just call me Hanlu." Ao Hanli changed her sitting position and continued, "If, and I mean if, we both agree that we’re not suitable for each other and reject this, do you think the dragons from the Eastern Sea will stop repaying their debts? And let me ask further, would my sister Xue Hanlei, who’s causing trouble, possibly overturn the idea of ‘matching us’?"

Indeed, if Xue Hanlei continues causing trouble, it would be troublesome for herself as well. But unfortunately, it would be well-meaning trouble. At that time, with pressure from Second Grandfather’s side, I won’t be able to have peace and quiet. What was supposed to be a good holiday will turn into a nightmare of blind dates.

Bai Wei took a sip of tea. "Go on."

"Rejecting is not appropriate, we should say ‘okay,’" Ao Hanli suggested, "Of course, it won’t be sincere, but this way, you have me as a shield, and my sister will think her attempts to cause trouble have succeeded and stop."

Bai Wei asked, pondering, "But this would be fake."

"Hmm, yes, it would be fake."

"It might unnecessary damage Princess Hanlu’s reputation, right?"

"We can peacefully break up." Ao Hanli casually said, "When the time is right, we can also confess that our relationship was fake."

Bai Wei thought carefully and analyzed before reaching a conclusion, "It’s possible."

"So, shall we cooperate happily?" Ao Hanli reached out her hand.

Bai Wei held her hand, and they shook hands to make peace. They understood each other without words. Ao Hanli smiled and pressed the bell on the table. The waiters brought the dishes, and she stood up gracefully, waving her hand, "It’s time for dinner. Please guide me in the days to come, Young Master Bai."

"Just call me Bai Wei."

"How about changing our names, so we can appear closer and deceive others?" Ao Hanli smiled and suggested, "You can call me Lier."

"Alright, Lier, what should I call you?"

"Avi?"

"Ahem, ahem… My name is ‘Zhi Ge,’ you can call me Zhi Ge or Wei, both are fine."

Ao Hanli raised her cup and said, "Cheers, Wei. Let’s drink together."

Their cups clinked, and they enjoyed their meal.

After dark, Bai Wei left the restaurant and returned to his seat in the car, without any trace of alcohol.

Bai Xinghui asked, "Brother, how did it go?"

Bai Wei replied, "It worked out."

"Even if we didn’t succeed, it doesn’t matter. Miss Noble may have a high social status, which could lead to high expectations. If the first impression is good, we can take it slowly. I noticed that you two were having a pleasant conversation, so there might still be a chance… Wait, what did you say, brother?"

Bai Wei said, "I said it worked out. She agreed, and I think it’s possible. We’ve already started trying…"

Bai Xinghui widened her eyes, raised her eyebrows, and with a hint of anger said, "Didn’t you say she had high standards? Why are you acting so frivolous? Falling in love with every person you meet!"