PFC Chapter 218 I Only Have You in My Heart
Chapter 218 I Only Have You in My Heart
Upon hearing this, Xiao Zhixue turned her head curiously and puzzledly. Fan Yanmu's figure was reflected in her clear eyes, and she waited for his next words.
"When I'm not with you, can you promise not to let other men easily enter your heart?"
There was a hint of joking in Fan Yanmu's words, but he was also extremely serious.
"Hey?"
Xiao Zhixue couldn't help but be stunned, feeling a surge of bewilderment in her heart. She looked at Fan Yanmu in disbelief, wondering if she had misunderstood what he meant.
Could it be that this was a hint about the future, meaning that some kind of unspoken agreement had been quietly made between them?
Feeling Xiao Zhixue's surprise and confusion, Fan Yanmu stared at her deeply, his eyes seemed to penetrate her heart and find the answer.
He confirmed again, his tone full of unquestionable firmness: "Yes, I hope that when I'm away, your heart will only be reserved for me. Can you do that?"
Xiao Zhixue lowered her head, her long eyelashes casting a shadow on her eyelids. She tightly grasped the jade pendant, feeling mixed emotions.
She did have an unusual liking for Fan Yanmu, but they had only known each other for a short time. How could she easily make such a promise?
It’s not that she didn’t want to answer, but she really didn’t know how to start the conversation so as not to hurt the other person and at the same time remain sincere.
Fan Yanmu read the complex emotions from Xiao Zhixue's hesitation, and ripples appeared in his heart.
He originally thought that the feelings between them had been secretly growing for a long time and they understood each other tacitly, but Xiao Zhixue's reaction made him realize that perhaps all this was just his wishful thinking.
His eyes gradually lost their luster and he coughed softly, trying to hide his inner disappointment.
At this moment, even the bright moon in the sky seemed to feel the subtle changes in this emotion, and its light seemed to become a little dimmer.
"If you feel embarrassed, it's okay not to say it. Let's go back."
Fan Yanmu spoke in a low voice, trying his best not to let his emotions show.
He still held Xiao Zhixue's hand, leading her to leave the pavilion that witnessed their emotional ups and downs, and walk towards home.
The cold wind blew, bringing up the snowflakes on the ground. They swirled and danced in the air, adding a bit of tranquility and romance to the winter night.
Although the weather was cold, the thick clothes on the two were enough to keep out the cold, and the warmth of holding hands made the cold seem insignificant.
Xiao Zhixue felt that Fan Yanmu's hands were unusually cold, and she couldn't help but feel distressed: "Your hands are so cold, you'd better not hold my hand, otherwise you will get cold too."
Her words were full of care.
Fan Yanmu said nothing, but silently held Xiao Zhixue's hand tighter, as if this could convey to him strength and warmth.
On the way back, he was silent, which was in stark contrast to the excitement and anticipation he had when he went out before. Even the night could not completely conceal his loss and heaviness.
Xiao Zhixue understood Fan Yanmu's thoughts, but for her, the most important thing at the moment was to allow her family to live a stable and prosperous life, away from those days of displacement.
As for love, although it is beautiful, it has not yet become a part of her life plan.
However, she was also unwilling to cause any emotional harm to Fan Yanmu before he was about to return to the barracks and face the unknown and danger.
After thinking for a while, she finally spoke slowly. Although her voice was soft, it was very firm: "Fan Yanmu, I can't make a promise to you about the future now, but I can guarantee that at least at this moment, there is no one else in my heart except you."
Fan Yanmu's steps came to an abrupt halt. He turned around, staring intently at Xiao Zhixue, his voice trembling: "Are you telling the truth?"
Xiao Zhixue smiled slightly, and that smile contained honesty and sincerity: "What benefit can I get from lying to you about this kind of thing?"
This smile was like a spring breeze, instantly dispelling the haze in Fan Yanmu's heart, and a sincere smile finally bloomed on his face.
"Well, your words are enough for me."
His words were full of relief and satisfaction, as if all the uneasiness and worries had disappeared at this moment.
Although Xiao Zhixue has not yet had the tree of emotions take root deeply in her heart like Fan Yanmu, he knows that in her clear heart, there are no ripples from anyone else. To him, this is like an oasis in the desert and a ray of dawn in the endless darkness, giving him infinite hope and strength.
He secretly vowed that when he had quelled the war in the southwestern border with his iron hoof, he would ride his horse and whip it, crossing thousands of mountains and rivers, just to stand in front of her again, use his bravery and tenderness to win her heart, so that only he would be reflected in her eyes and heart!
As night fell, the two returned to the old house that carried family memories, walked into their rooms, and prepared to welcome the tranquility of the night.
Xiao Zhixue lay lightly on the carved wooden bed, her mind full of thoughts. Following a strange wave, she quietly stepped into the mysterious space that belonged only to her.
In this world full of unknowns and miracles, she used the fresh meat given by the cheetah in the space and the flour ground from the wheat she grew herself to carefully make fragrant meat patties. Every bite was her deep care and reluctance for Fan Yanmu, and she prepared it as a comfort for his long journey when the dawn broke tomorrow.
When the first ray of morning light penetrated the clouds and a faint pale light appeared in the sky, Xiao Zhixue was awakened by a quick yet gentle knock on the door.
She sat up suddenly, walked quickly to the door, and gently opened it. She saw Fan Yanmu outside the door, dressed in military uniform, looking heroic. The flying snowflakes in the sky covered him with a layer of silver-white armor, adding a bit of bravery and determination.
Looking at Fan Yanmu who was about to embark on the journey, Xiao Zhixue quickly took out the warm meat pie from the mysterious space, handed it to him with both hands, and her eyes flashed with concern: "If you are hungry on the way, remember to eat."
When Fan Yanmu took the meat pie, she felt not only the temperature of the food, but also the warmth in her heart. A warm current surged into her heart, melting the cold and loneliness that she was about to face.
"I will be returning to the barracks today. When I'm away, you must take good care of yourself and never put yourself in danger again. Promise me, okay?"
He held Xiao Zhixue's hand tightly, his words full of reluctance and worry.
This time, Xiao Zhixue did not evade, but responded with a gentle and firm smile: "Don't worry, I will be careful."
Just as the two were bidding farewell to each other, Ying Yi and Ying Er slowly approached with Du Xuwei, interrupting this warm atmosphere.
"Master, it's getting late. It's time to set off."
Yingyi's voice was calm and firm.
A barely perceptible trace of nostalgia flashed across Fan Yanmu's eyes. He slowly let go of Xiao Zhixue's hand, turned around resolutely, and embarked on the predetermined journey.