Steal The Male Lead

7.5

Jiang Nianzhen couldn't help the smile that blossomed on his lips. Eyes darting back and forth, in a tone of warmth, he said, "It isn't, but this time, your smile feels different. It feels true and honest."

Hearing this, Lu Yingyue didn't know what to say when she saw his eyes that were filled with adoration. She opened her mouth, closing it before she finally whispered, "You must be jesting with me. If what you have said is correct, then what about you, Young Master Jiang?"

"I am the same as you. Whatever you feel, it is how I also feel in turn." It was words layered with confusion, hiding the true intent of his words. Jiang Nianzhen glanced at the woman who no longer wore her cloak, wearing a white dress that made it easier for her to move. Her rosy cheeks brought about a tender feeling in his heart as they rode side by side.

Lu Yingyue knew that Jiang Nianzhen wasn't going to say anything so she didn't make him. Yet, her smile seemed to be getting even brighter under the eyes of Jiang Nianzhen.

The sun was starting to set. At most, they would be able to make it into a near forest by Zhangye. Since there weren't many people who lived out in such deserted areas, Tang Qingshan didn't have to worry about disturbing anyone.

The sun was quickly setting. Lu Fengmian stared as they finally entered a forest, deep and filled with many trees. Although, it seemed like many soldiers had made their way through this particular forest as there were many human and horse prints.

"We will settle here for the night. There is also a small waterfall near here and some fruits in this forest. Hou Li, lead some soldiers to try and capture some animals. the rest of the soldiers will begin to make a fire and set up a place to sleep." Tang Qingshan jumped off his horse, and gave out orders right away. Under his orders, by the time the sun completely set and the darkness came, everything was already ready.

Fires had been set, sleeping places were arranged, and Hou Li and the other soldiers had returned with their meal for the night.

Without further information, Lu Yingyue had took off her dagger and began cutting the boar that had been brought back. Lu Fengmian took out the arrow and handed it back to Hou Li before returning to help Lu Yingyue.

As the moon began to show clearly, the fires were all set. The smell of barbecue drifted in the air as the noises of chattering were heard in the deep forest.

As everyone ate, the soldiers were all rowdy with their clear day of rest. For the past days, they had been traveling with barely any rest. Now, they were finally able to rest.

Lu Fengmian had finished eating. While watching everyone, he gently combed through Bai's mane, gently petting the horse. Bai leaned into his hand, and Lu Fengmian smiled gently. Actually, he had always wanted a horse in his world, but as he was so busy then, he decided against it. Now, that wish was fulfilled by Tang Qingshan.

Lu Fengmian stared at Tang Qingshan who sat with Jiang Nianzhen, Hou Li, and Qi Yue as they spoke about the war. Lu Yingyue was also there, but she sat quietly observing them, waiting to input some minor details.

Lu Fengmian knew that this discussion was not going to be finished soon so he grabbed his bag of clothes. He needed to clean himself, riding under the sun was making him feel dirty. Tang Qingshan had said that there was a small waterfall near here, so while everyone was still busy, Lu Fengmian decided to sneak away for a bit.

Grabbing his bag, Lu Fengmian turned away into the forest. He could hear the sound of the waterfall and so he had a guess of where it was. Walking into the forest, although it was night now, the light from the moon helped him make his way towards the waterfall. It also helped that his senses were also raised as a fox demon.