Chapter 58: Then Let the Goddess Offer Her Loyalty
"Brother Su, you agreed?"
Gu Qingzhou's eyes lit up with surprise and gratitude.
He felt that his request was truly excessive.
Su Qing and his celestial wife had no real connection; they were practically strangers.
Yet here he was, coming uninvited, asking Su Qing to fulfill his wife's request.
And despite all that, Su Qing was still willing to help. If that wasn't true brotherhood, then what was?
Such a noble, righteous, and loyal man—it was only natural that he had such an attraction.
If he had been born a woman, he probably would have fallen for Su Qing too!
At that moment, he completely understood his wife's feelings.
Su Qing truly was someone who always considered others first!
Su Qing: "..."
For the first time, the great philanthropist Su Qing felt a deep sense of guilt for doing a good deed.
He almost felt obligated to expose the true nature of the goddess and wake Gu Qingzhou from his delusions.
After all, she wasn't worth it!
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Late at night, Su Qing arrived at the appointed place on time.
He certainly didn't believe that the goddess had invited him out of longing.
Her initiative could only mean one thing—she had some kind of plan or trap waiting for him.
Yet even knowing this was a banquet of hidden dangers, he felt no fear.
Victory was already in his hands; no small tricks could change that.
More than that, her coming to him willingly was nothing short of stepping into a snare herself.
Just like on their wedding night—he had swallowed the sugar coating and tossed back the shell.
The Ye residence was quiet. All the rooms were dark, as if everyone had already gone to bed.
Only one room remained lit.
Clearly, that was his destination.
Su Qing walked up to the familiar doorway with ease.
This was the same room from that wedding night.
After a brief moment of reflection, he pushed the door open without hesitation.
Inside, a sea of red greeted his eyes.
No, there was no blood—just lavish decorations.
For some reason, the room was arranged in a manner reminiscent of a joyous wedding day.
On the table, a pair of large red candles flickered brightly.
There were a few exquisite dishes set for drinking, along with a pot of fine wine.
That alone wasn't too surprising, but there was even a bouquet of fresh, vibrant flowers placed in the center.
The petals were dewy and delicate, as if they had just been plucked.
A candlelit dinner, a luxurious and romantic setting, and a faint lingering fragrance in the air…
Everything about the scene was designed to make one feel at ease.
But the most striking sight of all was the mature beauty seated elegantly in the chair.
Tonight, Ye Xueyi had clearly put a great deal of effort into her appearance.
The blue-haired, red-eyed goddess wore light makeup, her fair face touched with a natural, healthy blush.
Her lips, painted a deep red, curled slightly at the corners, making her look even more alluring under the soft glow.
Her gaze held a hint of intoxication, a misty charm that made her mesmerizing.
She was dressed in a crimson silk gown, shimmering under the firelight.
Though luxurious, the gown was made of sheer fabric, subtly revealing the curves of her figure.
A flawless, hourglass body—there wasn't a single flaw to be found.
Her long, slender legs were stretched out, encased in black silk stockings.
A pair of high heels adorned her delicate feet, accentuating her sultry allure.
This ensemble was even more dazzling than her wedding attire.
The cold and aloof goddess now wore a seductive smile, a sight no one could have imagined.
Anyone familiar with her would surely find this overwhelming contrast impossible to resist.
"My lord, you're finally here!"
Ye Xueyi's misty eyes sparkled with joy.
She stood up, gave a graceful bow, and walked over to him.
Her delicate hands gently pulled him toward the table, helping him remove his outer robe with soft tenderness.
Such affectionate care—where was the dignity of a goddess?
To anyone watching, this was simply a devoted wife lovingly attending to her husband.
Even Su Qing found himself slightly surprised.
After all, this was a scene even the game had never shown before.
At the very least, he had never seen artwork of her in such an outfit.
Did this count as unlocking new content?
"My lord, I've spent these days reflecting on my past mistakes, and I feel deeply remorseful."
"I know I have committed many wrongs, yet you have always shown me boundless kindness."
"I have come to understand your sincerity, and I wish to atone."
"Would you be willing to give me a chance?"
Ye Xueyi knelt before Su Qing, looking up at him with hopeful, misty eyes.
"Don't you think you're overacting a little?"
Su Qing mercilessly tore through her flimsy performance.
"Tch… You really won't let me have even a little pretense."
Ye Xueyi pouted in annoyance.
Her seductive expression faded, replaced by calm indifference.
Still, compared to before, she had improved.
At the very least, she no longer broke character so easily.
"Considering our relationship, there's no need for me to put on an act in front of you."
"Just tell me what you really want. I'm listening."
Su Qing's tone remained indifferent.
They both knew each other well enough by now—there was no point in wasting words.
"These past few days, I have thought of many ways to deal with you. I even prepared the Heart-Link Gu from Miaojiang."
"With it, we would share life and death, and I could force you to reveal your secrets."
"But after careful consideration, I realized it was all pointless. I understand you a little better now."
Ye Xueyi admitted candidly.
Through their time together, she had come to a realization.
He was someone who responded better to kindness than to force—a truly infuriatingly good-hearted man!
If that was the case, she could only use this to her advantage.
"Oh? So you decided to change tactics. How do you plan to win me over?"
Su Qing nodded, his lips curling into an amused smile.
"Yes, since those methods are ineffective, let's make a trade instead."
"If you hand over the map of White Jade Pavilion, I will serve by your side."
"I will make every effort to love you and become wholly yours."
Ye Xueyi hesitated before speaking softly.
She did not rise but remained kneeling before him.
Her eyes shone with a desperate plea, her expression one of humility and submission.
Her crimson gown pooled around her, like a brilliant, blooming flower.
Such a pitiful and alluring sight—it was the greatest concession a goddess could make.
However—