The Rise of a General's Daughter-in-Law Doctor

Chapter 283 Dongfang Jincheng's confession startled Li Muxia

Upon arriving at the entrance of the General's Mansion, Dongfang Jincheng couldn't help but ask, "Mu Xia, do you like Nangong Yufeng?"

Li Muxia was taken aback by Dongfang Jincheng's sudden question, but then realized that her behavior today might have caused a misunderstanding.

He explained with a smile, "Nangong Yufeng is my good friend. I only have friendship for him, and he only has friendship for me."

It's no wonder Dongfang Jincheng was suspicious. Ever since Li Muxia learned of Long Haonan's identity, she had always called him Crown Prince Long. But even after knowing Nangong Yufeng's identity, Li Muxia still affectionately called him "Yufeng".

With the arrival of Long Haonan, Nangong Yufeng, and Nangong Huaiyuan, Dongfang Jincheng felt his sense of crisis growing stronger. Today, he couldn't help but ask, "Mu Xia, do you have time to go for a walk?"

Li Muxia asked in confusion, "Is there anything else, Your Highness?"

Dongfang Jincheng nodded seriously.

Li Muxia sensed Dongfang Jincheng's seriousness and solemnity, and nodded in agreement.

The two continued walking forward, and Dongfang Jincheng's guards wisely did not follow. Soon they arrived at the place where Long Ziheng had lived before. Li Muxia looked at the plaque of the Long residence and felt a pang of bitterness in her heart.

Seeing Li Muxia stop at the entrance of the Long residence, Dongfang Jincheng knew what Li Muxia was thinking and asked, "Muxia, do you have someone you like?"

This direct question caught Li Muxia off guard, but she still nodded honestly: "Yes, but he's no longer here."

Dongfang Jincheng knew he was talking about Long Ziheng, and Li Muxia was indeed thinking of Long Ziheng, but she still couldn't help but feel a dull pain in her heart when she thought of him.

Dongfang Jincheng then asked, "Are you someone who lives here?"

Li Muxia was clearly taken aback, then nodded.

Dongfang Jincheng continued, "Besides him, has he ever liked anyone else?"

Upon hearing this, Li Muxia, unsure of what Dongfang Jincheng was trying to say, shook her head and replied, "That's all."

Dongfang Jincheng didn't know whether to be happy or sad when she heard this. She was happy because she had only ever liked Long Ziheng and not her second brother. She was sad because she didn't like Prince Rui, Dongfang Jincheng, either.

Li Muxia didn't want to stay here any longer. Every time she arrived here, she thought of Long Ziheng, and her heart ached. She picked up her foot and continued walking forward.

Dongfang Jincheng stood beside Li Muxia, took a few deep breaths, and as if he had made a major decision, stopped and said, "Muxia."

Upon hearing Dongfang Jincheng's voice, Li Muxia turned her head. The two were not far apart, only a step away.

Looking at Dongfang Jincheng with a puzzled expression, wondering why he suddenly called her so seriously.

When Dongfang Jincheng saw Li Muxia stop, he took a deep breath before saying, "Muxia, I also have someone I like."

As if realizing what Dongfang Jincheng wanted to say, Li Muxia quickly said, "Then I congratulate Your Highness."

Looking at Li Muxia's evasive eyes, Dongfang Jincheng felt hurt, and a hint of sadness crept into his voice: "Don't you want to know who she is?"

Li Muxia had a hunch that this person was likely herself, but she couldn't accept his feelings for her; there were too many factors that prevented them from being together.

"It should be Sister Wei. Sister Wei is the most talented woman in the capital, and only Sister Wei is worthy of the prince."

Listening to Li Muxia's words and seeing her evasive eyes, Dongfang Jincheng felt as if his heart was breaking inch by inch. She was running away. She knew she liked her, but she still pushed him towards someone else.

He was getting angry. He didn't want to drag things out with Li Muxia any longer. Today, he had to make her realize her own feelings. Clearly, she liked him too, so why was she running away?

Dongfang Jincheng took a step forward, closing the distance between them. Perhaps it was Dongfang Jincheng's sudden approach that made Li Muxia subconsciously want to take a step back.

However, Dongfang Jincheng did not give her a chance to back down. He wrapped his left arm around her waist and pulled her closer. Li Muxia stared wide-eyed at the handsome face so close to hers, her heart pounding uncontrollably.

He exclaimed in surprise, "Your Highness!"

Dongfang Jincheng leaned down and suddenly kissed Li Muxia's lips. The cool yet soft touch made Li Muxia's mind go blank for a moment, and she even forgot to breathe.

Dongfang Jincheng only wanted to push Li Muxia a little, but he didn't expect that when he touched Li Muxia's soft lips, he would feel an irresistible urge to savor her beauty more deeply.

However, Dongfang Jincheng soon realized something was wrong. Li Muxia wasn't breathing. Dongfang Jincheng quickly let go of Li Muxia and started holding her instead.

He whispered in her ear, "Breathe, you idiot."

Li Muxia took a deep breath, but before she could calm down, Dongfang Jincheng's voice came to her ears again: "Now do you know who I love? If you still don't know, I'll say it again: I, Dongfang Jincheng, have only ever loved Li Muxia."

It would be a lie to say she wasn't moved; for a moment just now, she even considered agreeing to his proposal without hesitation.

But finally, reason prevailed, and Li Muxia pushed Dongfang Jincheng away, lowering her head and not daring to look him in the eye. She was extremely nervous, but her words were resolute and ruthless: "I don't know what Your Highness is talking about. I'll pretend that today's events never happened. Your Highness, please forget about it too."

After saying that, he ran away before Dongfang Jincheng could react.

The guards standing at the entrance of the general's mansion had all turned away when they saw the two embracing, but when they saw Li Muxia running back to the mansion, they looked at each other in bewilderment.

what happened.

Dongfang Jincheng stood there, watching Li Muxia leave without looking back. He felt a sense of powerlessness, and suddenly realized that pursuing a woman was even more difficult than going to war.

Dongfang Jincheng originally intended for the two of them to get to know each other slowly until Li Muxia realized her feelings for him, but he no longer had that time.

Today, Long Haonan proposed a marriage alliance in court. Dongfang Jincheng could tell that Long Haonan's marriage partner was likely Li Muxia. Moreover, Prince Chen also had the intention to annul the engagement. He could also see that Dongfang Jinlin had feelings for Li Muxia. Now that Nangong Huaiyuan and Nangong Yufeng had arrived, he felt even more threatened.

He did act impulsively today, but he doesn't regret it. Oh well, let's give her some more time.

Li Muxia didn't know how she got back to her courtyard; she just felt dizzy.

So, unsurprisingly, Li Muxia developed a fever the next day.

It was Cui'er who noticed that Li Muxia had gotten up late today. When she came in, she saw that her young mistress, who always went to bed early and got up early, was actually staying in bed. When she looked, she found that Li Muxia's face was as red as a monkey's bottom. When she touched her, she found that Li Muxia had a fever.

Cui'er quickly called out to Li Muxia, "Miss, Miss, wake up."