Chapter 582: Autumn Xing Chuan's Response

Chapter 582: Autumn Xing Chuan's Response

February 14, 2025

Autumn Ruo Shuang looked at her niece and hesitated, but eventually suppressed the guilt in her heart.

There were some things that needed to be said, no matter what.

"Xiyu, regarding this Su Shixiong, his character, and his abilities...

I actually quite approve of him."

As soon as Autumn Ruo Shuang finished speaking, she immediately regretted her words.

She knew she had said the wrong thing; these words had just slipped out.

Speaking like this directly gave Autumn Xi Yu an opening to continue the conversation.

Sure enough, after hearing this, Autumn Xi Yu's eyes lit up.

"Really?

Thank you, Aunt, you're the best!"

The worry on Autumn Xi Yu's face disappeared, replaced by a joyful smile.

Even her tone of voice became more enthusiastic.

Autumn Ruo Shuang held a unique position in the Autumn family.

With her father's approval and Autumn Ruo Shuang's nod, their relationship with Su Chen was as good as agreed upon by the entire Autumn family.

"Xiyu, I actually didn't mean that..."

Autumn Ruo Shuang felt a bit flustered and wanted to clarify.

She had only intended to agree with Autumn Xi Yu first, then add a twist later.

But she had indeed said the wrong thing; by agreeing with Autumn Xi Yu, and unfamiliar surroundings.

This Su Shixiong, regardless of his character or abilities, was exceptionally outstanding. How could Autumn Ruo Shuang oppose them?

Would she say that Autumn Xi Yu was not good enough for Su Chen? Every member of the Autumn family's younger generation was a pride of the nation.

Even if their abilities were slightly lacking, their status and background alone should be enough to match Su Chen.

Moreover, Autumn Xi Yu was not just a pretty face.

Her innate talent in array engineering would undoubtedly secure her a place in the Jin Kingdom's array engineering circle in the future.

In any case, Autumn Xi Yu had the qualifications to match Su Chen.

"Aunt, I'll go and invite Su Shixiong into the tent.

Since you've acknowledged him, we can listen to whatever he has to say together."

As Autumn Xi Yu spoke, she already poked her head out to call Su Chen into the tent.

In a moment, Su Chen entered the tent with a puzzled expression.

Only a short time had passed, and they had exchanged just a few words.

Moreover, Autumn Xi Yu's face was filled with a smile.

It seemed that Autumn Ruo Shuang hadn't explained everything to her.

Inside the tent, Su Chen glanced at Autumn Ruo Shuang.

At this moment, Autumn Ruo Shuang's face was filled with embarrassment.

She had originally planned what to say, but as soon as she opened her mouth, she cut off her own words.

From her expression, Su Chen had already guessed the outcome.

Obviously, Autumn Ruo Shuang found it awkward to speak frankly to Autumn Xi Yu.

Seeing this, Su Chen didn't want to burden Autumn Ruo Shuang further.

As Autumn Xi Yu's aunt, there were many things she couldn't say.

Although she was powerful, Su Chen didn't want to trouble her with various problems.

"Autumn Shimei, there's something I'd like to discuss with you."

When Autumn Xi Yu heard Su Chen's words, her thoughts were completely different from what he intended to say.

"Su Shixiong, although Aunt has agreed, I still need my father's approval.

As long as he nods his consent, I will agree."

Autumn Xi Yu's face showed a hint of shyness.

She thought that Autumn Ruo Shuang had already discussed it with Su Chen and reached an agreement.

After all, Autumn Ruo Shuang had taken Su Chen out for a while.

Their journey together lasted almost half a day.

Despite the significant difference in their status, they still had to communicate, and it was very likely that this matter was brought up.

As they spoke, Autumn Xi Yu also gave Autumn Ruo Shuang a grateful look.

This gaze made Autumn Xi Yu feel even more guilty, and she felt terrible about it.

She quickly averted her eyes, not daring to meet Autumn Xi Yu's gaze.

This Return to Unity Realm cultivator was now feeling flustered and confused.

Seeing that Su Chen was about to continue, Autumn Ruo Shuang began to hesitate.

"Su Chen, let's talk about it later."

After some hesitation, Autumn Ruo Shuang finally spoke.

But upon hearing this, Su Chen shook his head.

"It's better to clarify things today. The longer we delay, the more complicated things will become.

Small misunderstandings can also snowball into bigger issues."

Hearing Su Chen's response, Autumn Ruo Shuang didn't insist, as she was already wavering in her heart.

Instead, Autumn Xi Yu sensed that something was amiss.

Her Su Shixiong didn't seem happy about her previous words.

On the contrary, he spoke seriously, indicating that he wanted to discuss something.

Autumn Xi Yu, as a member of the Autumn family's younger generation, was naturally intelligent and perceptive.

She couldn't help but notice the change.

The sudden situation made her feel uneasy, and she had already guessed something.

However, even with her guess, she currently lacked the ability to change things, and Su Chen had already started the conversation.

"I've never had romantic feelings for Autumn Shimei, and..."

I've always considered Autumn Junior Sister as a good friend.

Before, I did have some suspicions.

But to bring it up suddenly felt like I was overestimating myself, and I thought I might be reading too much into it."

Su Chen's explanation was straightforward, without any hesitation.

Today, Su Chen had made up his mind; he couldn't let the misunderstanding continue any longer.

When it came to a decision, he had to clarify things.

Upon hearing these words, Autumn Rain's previous smile froze, and she stared at Su Chen in a daze.

"If you don't have feelings for me, why did you help me in the first place?

Why did you save me from the hands of the Tianyao?"

Autumn Rain found it hard to accept and asked in pursuit.

"I helped you because I already had a good impression of the Autumn family, so I wanted to give you a hint.

As for saving you from the Tianyao, I believe that any other martial artist with the ability would have done the same."

Su Chen explained, word for word, expressing everything he had in mind to Autumn Rain.

Hearing these words, Autumn Rain fell silent.

After a long pause, Autumn Rain turned to look at Su Chen.

"Does this mean you're rejecting me, Su Shixiong?"

"Perhaps I'm just being overly sentimental and misunderstanding things. I just want to clarify."

In the canvas tent, Autumn Shuang, who was standing by, had no idea how to respond.

At this moment, Autumn Rain's eyes were fixed solely on Su Chen.

"You're not misunderstanding, Su Shixiong. I've admired you since the array formation exam. I..."

As Autumn Rain spoke, her tone became more urgent.

With these words, Autumn Rain seemed to be taking a gamble.

Upon hearing this, Autumn Shuang's brows furrowed even more.

She was well aware that Autumn Rain's words indicated a deep obsession.

"Xiyu, don't do this," Autumn Shuang, as her younger sister, spoke up to stop her from continuing.

At the same time, she gave Su Chen a glance, signaling him to leave the tent first.

Seeing this, Su Chen didn't hesitate and walked out immediately.

When Autumn Rain saw Su Chen leave, she had her answer.

The lack of a response meant that Su Chen truly didn't have those feelings for her.

Even if she had been straightforward and put aside a woman's shyness, she couldn't change Su Chen's mind.

The tent fell silent once again.

At this moment, Autumn Shuang, looking at the dejected Autumn Rain, felt both guilty and worried.

"Younger Sister, where am I not good enough?

Is it that my looks aren't pretty enough, or my talent isn't exceptional enough, that I'm being rejected like this?"

Autumn Rain sat in the chair, reaching out to hold Autumn Shuang's jade-like leg.

Her face showed disappointment and resentment, revealing her inner turmoil.

"It's not that you're not good enough, Xiyu. Some things are indeed a matter of fate.

If we had met earlier, perhaps there would have been a chance."

Autumn Rain wasn't convinced by Autumn Shuang's consolation.

"I've already met him, so where is the lack of fate?

I just can't compare to someone else, and I can't compete with them for their place in his heart.

When Su Shixiong talks, a smile occasionally appears on his face.

I used to think he was happy because of me, but now it seems his heart has already been taken by someone else.

I wonder who that person is and how much better they are than me."

Autumn Rain's string of complaints left Autumn Shuang speechless, and she didn't know how to respond.

Hesitating, Autumn Rain suddenly looked up at Autumn Shuang.

This gaze made even Autumn Shuang, a Trinity Return Realm, Third Tier expert, feel a bit uneasy.

She even felt that Autumn Rain had guessed something.

"Xiyu, you're good enough and excellent enough, but these things aren't solely determined by good or bad.

In the Autumn family, over the years, not every uncle or aunt has found an exceptionally outstanding partner.

Appearance and ability are just one of the reasons.

Don't lose confidence because of this."

Autumn Shuang gently caressed Autumn Rain's head, comforting her.

But Autumn Rain didn't take in any of this comfort.

She was still trapped in her own thoughts.

"Younger Sister, who has caught Su Shixiong's eye?

Could it be that he's only interested in someone like you?"

Autumn Rain's sarcastic remark startled Autumn Shuang.

However, Autumn Rain didn't take her own words seriously; it was just a passing thought.

Her younger sister was exceptionally outstanding in the entire Jin Kingdom, with no peers among her generation.

Not only among her peers, but even many elders in the Jin Kingdom couldn't compare to Autumn Shuang.

As for the younger generation, it was even more needless to say; they could only be described as having a promising future.

Which junior would dare to have such thoughts about Autumn Shuang?

Her senior brother, Su Shixiong, was someone she looked up to immensely.

"Thank you, little aunt. If this matter drags on, it will only make me lose more face."

At this stage, it's better to clarify things and explain, rather than losing even more face later."

As she spoke, Qiu Xi Yu stood up, preparing to leave.

"Xi Yu is returning first. Thank you again, little aunt.

For my trivial matter, I've troubled you."

After speaking, Qiu Xi Yu walked out of the tent.

At the entrance, she glanced at Su Chen not far away and quickly left.

After seeing Qiu Xi Yu leave, Su Chen hesitated for a moment before stepping into the tent.

"Autumn Junior Sister..."

"She's back. Seeing her state, she seems fine."

"It's just that she has some resentment, resenting that you look down on her."

Su Chen looked at Qiu Ruoshuang, unsure of how to explain the situation.

The misunderstanding back then, who would've thought it would cause such trouble today.

If I had known this, I should've clarified things from the very beginning.

"Should the Mingying Battlefield matter be postponed?"

Su Chen changed the topic, bringing up the situation at the Mingying Battlefield.

The related news about the Yuan Shi Seal has already been obtained.

Next is arranging the time to go and deal with it.

But right now, with Qiu Xi Yu's matter, Qiu Ruoshang would definitely be affected.

Su Chen also wasn't sure if Qiu Ruoshuang needed to spare some time to temporarily handle the related matters.

After all, Qiu Xi Yu was her niece, a direct descendant of the Qiu family.

The relationship between them would eventually be exposed, and they needed an explanation.

"Rest for a day, and I'll think more about it."

Qiu Ruoshuang rubbed her temples; she was a little tired.

Seeing this, Su Chen prepared to leave, giving her time to rest.

"Accompany me for a walk."

Qiu Ruoshuang understood Su Chen's intention, but unexpectedly, she kept him there.

Stepping out of the tent, the two strolled around the border area.

The two spoke in hushed voices, chatting.

Qiu Ruoshuang didn't blame Su Chen; these troubles were all unintentional.

With Su Chen's appearance and abilities, encountering some emotional entanglements was normal.

It's just that this time, the main character of the emotional entanglement was her niece.

As the two strolled around the area to relax, Qiu Xi Yu had already returned to her tent.

The sky gradually darkened.

Since yesterday, Qiu Xi Yu hadn't eaten much.

Su Chen was taken away by Qiu Ruoshang, and he had no idea about the specific situation.

She had been feeling anxious, and the items sent by her attendants were all placed aside.

Originally, she thought that the news she had been waiting for would be good, but it wasn't.

The schedule at the border was usually quite chaotic.

It was impossible to have meals as punctual as at home, where hot meals were served at every mealtime.

But Array Masters and martial artists were still somewhat different.

After nightfall, the difficulty of setting up arrays would increase significantly.

If time wasn't particularly urgent, the task of setting up defensive arrays would always be done during the day.

Therefore, as night fell, the Array Masters near the frontline would naturally retreat.

Qiu Xingchuan, Qiu Xi Yu's father, arrived at her tent at this moment.

"Still refusing to eat?"

Seeing the attendant bringing out a cold meal, Qiu Xingchuan asked.

"Since Miss returned from Young Miss Qiu Ruoshang, she's been cooped up in the tent. When we speak to her, she doesn't even bother to respond."

Hearing this, Qiu Xingchuan nodded.

He didn't seem too worried about this and even had quite some confidence.

He felt that as long as he intervened, he could quickly turn his daughter's resentment into joy.

"Reheat a meal and bring it over. I'll go and talk to Xi Yu."

After arranging for the attendant to handle the matter, Qiu Xingchuan had already taken a step into the tent.

Qiu Xi Yu turned her head and saw that it was her father. She turned her head away again.

"Alright, alright, at such a young age, you're making yourself look like a resentful wife.

You are the daughter of Qiu Xingchuan. Your marriage is a matter I decide.

If your little aunt disagrees and doesn't approve, she can only give me some suggestions.

As long as I agree, she can only approve of it too."

Qiu Xingchuan still didn't know the situation and thought his daughter's state was because Qiu Ruoshang didn't approve of Su Chen.

It was Qiu Ruoshang who didn't approve of Su Chen and his daughter being together.

Hearing the first half of Qiu Xingchuan's words, Qiu Xi Yu's originally dimmed eyes lit up again.

But the latter half of his words made her anxious heart sink again.

"Xi Yu, what are you sighing about?

I more or less understand this senior brother of yours.

Although they aren't particularly well-matched, his family background is still a bit lacking.

But with his own abilities, it's still acceptable.

Your little aunt's strength is high, and her standards are also high. It's normal for her to look down on someone."

"I approve, even if she doesn't."

(End of Chapter)

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