"If that is the case..."
As she spoke, Lixia bowed her head respectfully towards Duanmu Huai.
"Forgive Lixia's refusal."
"What is the reason?"
"In truth, there is another gentleman who also wishes to redeem Lixia, and he wants to marry Lixia. Negotiations are currently underway."
"...Is that so."
"Exactly, this time Lixia is willing to accept your invitation, young master. I just wish to know why you invite me repeatedly when you clearly don't like me... But now it seems, young master, you are unwilling to explain."
"No matter."
Duanmu Huai waved his hand.
"So you've decided to marry him?"
"Just now, I made the decision."
"That's fine then... As long as it makes you happy."
Duanmu Huai also breathed a sigh of relief, at least he wouldn't have to waste money anymore—not that the money was his in the first place.
