Shrek Academy, by Sea God Lake.
The sky gradually darkened as the lingering glow of the setting sun was swallowed by the distant horizon. Orange-gold light spilled across Sea God Lake, draping its tranquil surface in a golden cloak.
A gentle breeze brushed past, carrying a trace of moisture that felt wonderfully refreshing.
"Jiang Ming, I've liked you for a long time."
Amid the calm, picturesque atmosphere, Xu Jiu Jiu finally spoke the words she had always wanted to say, yet had never dared to say aloud.
She had buried those words in her heart for many years. As the Princess of the Star Luo Empire and the head of its intelligence department, outsiders saw her as decisive and forceful. Yet who could have imagined that a simple confession had remained hidden in her heart for years?
The moment she said it, Xu Jiu Jiu could clearly feel her body relax.
When words were kept buried for too long, they became an obsession—a burden.
After speaking, Xu Jiu Jiu looked at Jiang Ming, her gaze fixed tightly on him.
This woman, unquestionably one of the most outstanding women in the Star Luo Empire and even across the entire continent, was now clenching her hands nervously, her nails leaving deep marks in her palms.
The words had already been spoken. Now, all she could do was wait for his response.
Across from her, Jiang Ming was also slightly stunned upon hearing Xu Jiu Jiu's confession.
He had never expected her to say something like this. He had thought she wanted to discuss matters concerning the Star Luo Empire.
But unfortunately, he truly did not feel that way about Xu Jiu Jiu.
Or rather, ever since he had begun interacting with her, he had always regarded Xu Jiu Jiu as a partner.