I Don't Love You, But I Like You a Little

"What are you laughing at?" Lu Yuan asked, noticing the rare smile on Zhu Zhuqing's usually cold face.

Zhu Zhuqing did not answer, her beautiful eyes scanning Lu Yuan's flawless handsome face. Even she had to admit that Lu Yuan was indeed incredibly handsome.

She wasn't unfamiliar with handsome men; most of the noblemen were quite good-looking. However, compared to Lu Yuan, they were far inferior in both temperament and appearance. His exceptional temperament was something she had never seen before in her life.

Good looks are not surprising; they may be due to good genes. However, not everyone can possess a certain aura. Lu Yuan's ethereal aura is particularly eye-catching. Even if Lu Yuan does not reveal his extraordinary appearance, his aura alone is enough to arouse the curiosity of many people.

Take Zhu Zhuqing for example. Even before she saw Lu Yuan's Lu Yuan, the aura he exuded made her feel very favorable towards Lu Yuan.

Of course, after seeing his appearance, my liking for him increased even more.

This is a world that judges by appearance, especially since Zhu Zhuqing has some hidden obsession with looks. In Zhu Zhuqing opinion, Lu Yuan's superb appearance and otherworldly temperament make him incredibly attractive to girls.

She believed that if Lu Yuan took the initiative to pursue her, few women in the world could resist.

It is precisely because of this that Zhu Zhuqing both loves and hates Lu Yuan's appearance. With Lu Yuan's looks, even if he doesn't take the initiative, many girls will still flock to him.

Even she herself developed a slight affection for Lu Yuan within just three or four days, didn't she?

Although it was because of the many things they had gone through that touched her heart, it is undeniable that Lu Yuan's appearance was also an important factor.

If Lu Yuan looked like Ma Hongjun, Zhu Zhuqing would not only not be attracted to him, but might even feel disgusted.

So appearance and temperament are still somewhat important.

Faced with Lu Yuan's question, Zhu Zhuqing quickly suppressed the smile on her face, snorted, and turned her head away.

"Oh ho!" Lu Yuan was amused by Zhu Zhuqing's actions. This little kitten has a bit of a temper!

Lu Yuan reached out his right hand and gently stroked Zhu Zhuqing's cheek, saying softly, "Zhu Qing, what's wrong? What did I do to upset you again?"

As Lu Yuan touched her cheek, Zhu Zhuqing's delicate body trembled slightly, her cheeks flushed, but she felt a Sisi in her heart, seemingly not rejecting the feeling.

Zhu Zhuqing turned her head, her face still slightly flushed, but she kept a straight face and pretended to be cold, which made Lu Yuan chuckle.

"Stop laughing!" Zhu Zhuqing said lightly, displeased, as she looked at Lu Yuan's smile.

Seeing the hint of embarrassment and annoyance in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes, Lu Yuan decisively stopped laughing.

Looking at Lu Yuan's jade-like face, a hint of dazedness flashed across Zhu Zhuqing's eyes before she regained her original coldness.

Looking closely at Lu Yuan, Zhu Zhuqing asked softly, "Lu Yuan, do you love me, or rather, do you like me?"

Of course.

Lu Yuan was interrupted by Zhu Zhuqing before he could finish speaking.

"I want to hear the truth!" Zhu Zhuqing's expression was very serious.

Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's serious expression, Lu Yuan abandoned his previous lazy demeanor, his face becoming solemn and his eyes becoming serious.

Seeing Lu Yuan's serious and focused expression, a hint of satisfaction flashed in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes. She liked Lu Yuan's serious and meticulous attitude towards things.

"I don't love you!" Lu Yuan said calmly, his eyes fixed on Zhu Zhuqing, his tone carrying a convincing quality.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing felt a pang of sorrow, as if a bottle of mixed emotions had been spilled, leaving her feeling indescribably distressed. Her dark eyes welled up with tears, and it looked as if tears were about to fall.

"But, I kind of like it!" Just as Zhu Zhuqing's tears were about to fall, Lu Yuan said softly again.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing felt much better. Thankfully, he still liked her after all.

However, Zhu Zhuqing still found it hard to accept that the young man in front of her really didn't love her.

"If you don't love me, then why did you accept me? You even said you would help me break off the engagement, why?" Zhu Zhuqing asked angrily, two lines of tears streaming down her face.

Seeing this, Lu Yuan reached out to wipe away Zhu Zhuqing's tears, but Zhu Zhuqing turned her head away to avoid it.

Lu Yuan did not give up. He gently turned Zhu Zhuqing 'Zhu Zhuqing head back and wiped away her tears.

Zhu Zhuqing let Lu Yuan wipe away the tears on her face, her eyes filled with a hint of resentment as she stubbornly looked at Lu Yuan.

Lu Yuan exchanged a glance with Zhu Zhuqing, sighed softly, and said, "I am a very responsible person. I will take responsibility for anything I have done."

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing's eyes showed a trace of sadness as she said, "So you accepted me just to take responsibility? If that's all, there's no need for that. Only the two of us know about this, and besides, I'm already engaged. The Star Luo Imperial Family is powerful; you don't need to fight them head-on."

Upon hearing Zhu Zhuqing's words, Lu Yuan's eyes flashed with anger. He said, "So I'm just going to watch you fulfill your marriage contract and marry Dai Mubai? Zhu Zhuqing, let me tell you, don't even think about it. Since I've already sworn to take responsibility for you, you can only be mine for the rest of your life. Let that damn Dai Mubai go to hell!"

As she spoke, her bright eyes were fixed on Zhu Zhuqing.

It was rare to see a hint of anger in Lu Yuan's eyes, and Zhu Zhuqing felt a little happy. Lu Yuan had always been aloof and occasionally considerate, but this was the first time he had ever been angry.

"Since you don't love me, why force yourself?" Zhu Zhuqing asked.

Lu Yuan didn't answer the question, but instead asked, "How many days have we known each other?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing was taken aback and said, "Including today, it'll be about four days!"

"Yes, we've only known each other for four days. If I were to fall in love with you in just four days, wouldn't you find that a little strange?" Lu Yuan asked again.

"Uh, it seems so!" Zhu Zhuqing nodded blankly.

"Then let me ask you again, do you love me?" Lu Yuan asked.

"Yes, a little!" Zhu Zhuqing thought about it carefully. In just four days, with his repeated rescues and considerate care, Zhu Zhuqing realized that she seemed to have fallen in love with this young man.

"Oh!" Lu Yuan gave a soft "oh" and said, "If we fall in love with each other in just four days, don't you think it's a bit rushed? I think liking someone is simple, but love requires a long period of mutual commitment between us!"

"Yes!" Zhu Zhuqing nodded, agreeing with Lu Yuan's statement.

"So, Zhu Qing, I'm saying I don't love you right now, but I do like you a little. But this is only now, not in the future. Maybe in the future, I'll fall in love with you, and be hopelessly in love with you."

"And liking is the foundation of love!"

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