81 - Haipa the One with Mix Feelings
“And why do you want to know, girl?” As he pinned me to the wall, I felt my heart racing in my chest. The mere sight of him had been enough to make me weak in the knees, but now, with his strong arms holding me captive, I was powerless.

His golden eyes were piercing into mine, and I could feel myself getting lost in them. I stammered, trying to speak, but all I could manage was a meek reply.

"It's just that... I noticed the way the Empress looked at you. It seemed like she knew you. But then, the Protector had a much different opinion of your identity."

He let out a small chuckle, and a few droplets of water from his wet hair landed on my face. "That is true. Quite observant, my dear."

I felt my cheeks flush as he called me "my dear." It was a term of endearment I had never heard from someone like him before, and it sent shivers down my spine.

"But neither Aini nor Baohu seemed very happy to see you," I continued, my voice barely above a whisper.

He turned around and held his han
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