Perhaps Pei Ye was actually very reluctant to part with her too, but simply did not dare come to her? Besides, since she had damaged their relationship, she ought to repair it herself.
In any case, the girl could always find plenty of reasons for herself.
After making this decision, Li Piaoqing really did feel a little lighter at heart. She took a deep breath and stood, supporting herself on the Lost Jade Sword. She had meant to head straight out with her sword, but after a pause, she went back inside to wash and groom herself carefully, drawing a light, exquisite touch of feather makeup at the corner of her brow again.
Then she opened her wardrobe and took out a fresh outfit to put on, but a yellow dress caught the corner of her eye. It certainly was not among the most exquisite or prized pieces in her wardrobe, yet once her gaze fell on it, it stuck.
It was the very dress she had worn on the day of the Pill Auction.
The autumn rain had been cool, the long street damp. The boy had tilted his head and leaned close to stare at her, chuckling. "Let me see what a kingfisher looks like."
The image made the corners of Li Piaoqing's mouth lift despite herself, but the next instant, her brows and eyes drooped again.
-What had he been thinking when he said that?
Of course she did not want to wear this dress. She was going to end all this, not to beg for his favor once more, but...
Since this is the last time, why not give it everything? At least I won't have any regrets afterward.
In any case, the girl could always find a reason for herself. She lowered her head and