Bai Zhiqing let out a quiet sigh after hearing Lin Yafei’s words, and said, "Do you think I can persuade him? Do you think he would listen to me?"

Lin Yafei fell silent upon hearing Bai Zhiqing’s response. Would Lu Tianxing heed Bai Zhiqing’s advice?

The answer is no!

Although Bai Zhiqing holds a very important place in Lu Tianxing’s heart, Lu Tianxing is a very stubborn person. Once he makes a decision, it’s difficult for anyone to change his mind, not even Bai Zhiqing.

Lin Yafei slowly exhaled a breath and looked at Bai Zhiqing, saying, "Do you know why Lu Tianxing came to Beijing this time?"

"Yes, I’ve already heard from my grandfather."

Bai Zhiqing nodded gently, speaking softly, "It’s for Mu Qingxue, am I right?"

"You know, yet you still let your man come to Beijing?"

Lin Yafei widened her eyes in disbelief, looking at Bai Zhiqing, "You know your man came to Beijing for Mu Qingxue, yet you let him come. Aren’t you afraid of having another rival?"

"Lin Demon, do you think I have few rivals around me?"

Bai Zhiqing picked up the glass of water offered by the waiter, took a sip, and said calmly, "Besides, he is surrounded by so many dangers. I don’t want him to be in danger all the time with no one to help him. If he can bring Mu Qingxue back, having the support of the Mu Family will reduce many dangers around him, wouldn’t it?"

"Furthermore, don’t you think Qingxue is a pitiful woman?"

Bai Zhiqing sighed softly, saying, "She has always been giving. For Tianxing, she has always humbled herself, constantly giving without regret. As a proud little princess of the Mu Family, a goddess in the eyes of countless men, now she can only rely on others’ charity for love. It’s really unfair to her."

"And, if I stop Tianxing this time, he might consider my feelings and not come to Beijing. But then, he might have a knot in his heart that he can never untie in his lifetime. I don’t want to see him unhappy."

A hint of bitterness appeared on Bai Zhiqing’s face. On Qin Island, Jiang Liufeng had already told her that Lu Tianxing wanted to go to Beijing and it was for Mu Qingxue.

Although she didn’t know what had happened to Mu Qingxue, it must be serious enough to bring Lu Tianxing to Beijing despite the risks. Otherwise, he wouldn’t appear in Beijing disregarding the danger.

Lin Yafei listened to Bai Zhiqing’s words and fell silent again, not knowing what to say.

"Moreover, to put it bluntly, I’m just luckier than Qingxue, encountering the right person at the right time. If Tianxing hadn’t left Beijing back then, maybe he’d have already been with Qingxue."

Bai Zhiqing took a deep breath and continued, "I know a woman loves a man and hopes he treats her like a treasure, cherishing her for life. I hope so too. But you know it’s impossible. I could force Lu Tianxing to cut ties with all other women, but do you think if I did that today, Tianxing would be happy? Besides, if he sacrifices Mu Qingxue for me this time, don’t you think he might sacrifice me for another woman next time?"

If he is willing to sacrifice another woman this time, then next time, he might sacrifice me for another woman!

Bai Zhiqing knows deep down, she understands everything but never says it aloud because she doesn’t want Lu Tianxing to suffer a lifetime or resent her forever. Since she can be a fool for Lin Yafei, Lin Qianru, and Rose, why can’t she be a fool for Mu Qingxue this time!

So never underestimate a woman’s intelligence. Deep down, they know everything; they just choose not to say it sometimes and willingly play the fool. If men in this world think women are fools, then those men are the biggest fools of all.

Lin Yafei’s heart filled with bitterness, taking a deep breath: "Zhiqing, you..."

"I’m fine, don’t worry."

Bai Zhiqing’s face slowly blossomed into a smile, stunning like a blooming flower, "Even if he came to Beijing this time for Mu Qingxue and wants to bring her home, what does it matter! Does Mu Qingxue dare to compete with me for the position of master of the harem?"

"I will be his wife for a lifetime, his legally wedded wife. This will never change, and no one can take this position from me, no one."

As she spoke, a resolute color appeared in Bai Zhiqing’s charming eyes.

No matter how many women are around Lu Tianxing, Bai Zhiqing will always be the Empress, and others will always be concubines, never able to compare to her status.

Lin Yafei looked at Bai Zhiqing’s determined gaze, opened her mouth but said nothing. After all, she was a mistress herself and had to be grateful for Bai Zhiqing’s generosity. Otherwise, Bai Zhiqing would have long since asked her to pack her things and leave Lu Tianxing.

...

At this moment, Lu Tianxing was completely unaware of the conversation between Bai Zhiqing and Lin Yafei after he left. Once in the restroom, Lu Tianxing relieved himself but didn’t rush to leave. Instead, he pulled out a cigarette from his pocket, lit it, and wore a face filled with helplessness. If he went out now, he might become the scapegoat for both Bai Zhiqing and Lin Yafei, doubting who got the short end. In the end, he believed he would be the unlucky one, without exception.

Just as Lu Tianxing finished his cigarette and prepared to leave, a melodious ringtone suddenly sounded from the phone in his pocket.

After hearing the ringtone, Lu Tianxing didn’t hesitate and immediately took out his phone. Seeing the incoming call display, he quickly answered, "Man Jun, what brings you to call me today?"

The caller was none other than Shen Manjun, a woman rich in noble elegance but whose looks were comparable to a vixen.