After the Fairy Maidens Fell to Darkness, They Captured Me to Ruthlessly "Repay" Their Gratitude - Chapter 281

Chapter 281: The World Where Only Xu Xin Suffers Has Been Achieved!

Originally, Qin Shiyan had planned to swallow her pride tonight and have a proper talk with He Ange.

But the moment she arrived, she saw He Ange playfully teasing Xu Xin.

And the atmosphere…

Couldn’t have been more relaxed.

No trace of the hostility from earlier in the day.

It was clear—Xu Xin didn’t actually hate He Ange.

Her earlier aggression had been purely for Qin Shiyan’s sake.

After all, back when He Ange betrayed the sect, Qin Shiyan had been miserable for a long time, and Xu Xin had witnessed it all.

Seeing them get along so well now, Qin Shiyan felt conflicted.

On one hand, she was happy they’d reconciled.

On the other, she worried Xu Xin might be corrupted by He Ange’s demonic influence.

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“Ah… Fairy Qin is here.”

Xia Ran Yue was the first to notice the black-robed fairy standing at the courtyard entrance.

He Ange and Xu Xin turned their heads, stopping their squabble.

(Or rather, Xu Xin stopped—she was the one who had been throwing a tantrum after losing.)

The moment she saw Qin Shiyan, Xu Xin instantly froze in place, her cheeks burning with embarrassment.

She had never looked so undignified in front of her master before!

“Hmm? Weren’t you going to complain to Master about me?”

Seeing Xu Xin shrink back, He Ange smirked.

“You—!”

Xu Xin glared at him but ultimately clung to Qin Shiyan’s arm like a lifeline.

Still, she didn’t actually tattle.

She wasn’t stupid.

She knew the delicate state of Qin Shiyan and He Ange’s relationship, and she wasn’t about to pour oil on the fire.

Besides—she wasn’t a child anymore.

If she had a problem with He Ange, she’d settle it herself, not run crying to her master.

In truth, Xu Xin had come tonight not just to spar, but also to speak up for Qin Shiyan.

She knew—Qin Shiyan’s coldness toward He Ange earlier wasn’t out of hatred, but concern.

She worried that if He Ange got too close to the Dragon Dynasty’s convoy, he might be in danger.

Xu Xin even told He Ange—

“When you were gone, Master often mentioned you—meaning she still misses you deep down.”

But despite her earnest words, He Ange just laughed and patted her head, as if she were some naive little girl.

And that made her furious.

She wasn’t a little girl anymore!

Sure, she might be shorter than He Ange now, but back when he first joined the Holy Sword Sect, they were the same height!

He had just shot up like a weed during his growth spurt, making her look small in comparison!

“He Ange, stop acting all high and mighty! You’re just as stubborn as me!”

Sticking out her tongue, Xu Xin fumed internally.

She had come here for his sake, trying to mend things between him and Qin Shiyan…

And yet?

He didn’t appreciate it at all!

Some grown man he was, still too proud to admit he wanted to reconcile.

“Fine! I won’t help you anymore! Let’s see how you manage to face Master on your own!”

Clutching Qin Shiyan’s arm, Xu Xin decided to step back and watch—

Let He Ange suffer under Qin Shiyan’s cold shoulder like he deserved!

Meanwhile, He Ange wasn’t worried at all.

He knew—as long as Qin Shiyan stayed in the Fox Clan, she would keep hearing praises of him from the people.

Curiosity would eventually get the better of her.

Sooner or later, she would come to him for answers.

And sure enough—

She was here now.

With a warm smile, He Ange gestured to the freshly brewed tea.

“Since you’re already here, Fairy Qin, why not stay for a cup?”

As he spoke, Xia Ran Yue gracefully pulled out a chair for Qin Shiyan.

This time, Qin Shiyan didn’t refuse.

“Thank you…”

Her voice soft, cheeks faintly pink, she smoothed her black-and-gold robes and sat across from He Ange.

Xu Xin, standing behind her, was completely baffled.

Huh?!

Just this morning, Qin Shiyan had ignored He Ange entirely.

Now, she was not only seeking him out at night but even blushing at his hospitality?!

Xu Xin had assumed Qin Shiyan was here just to take her home…

Had she been overthinking things?!

Was Qin Shiyan’s coldness just an act, and this her true self?!

“Ange, this morning… I was too harsh.”

Qin Shiyan actually apologized outright!

And—even more shockingly—she referred to herself as “Master” again!

At this, both Xu Xin and He Ange froze.

After exchanging glances, He Ange finally smiled wryly.

“Fairy Qin came to aid the Fox Clan out of kindness. Welcoming you was only proper—you needn’t humble yourself like this.”

“……”

Qin Shiyan’s phoenix eyes wavered, her gaze lingering on the young man before her.

It was easier to keep up a cold front in public.

But now, with no outsiders around, she couldn’t hide her emotions anymore.

Ever since she said, “I am no longer your master,” He Ange had never called her that again.

Every time he addressed her as “Fairy Qin,” it pierced her heart like a needle.

After all—

He Ange had been her disciple, raised under her care.

To lose that bond, to be reduced to strangers because of her own thoughtlessness…

It hurt.

“He Ange…!”

Seeing Qin Shiyan’s distress, Xu Xin couldn’t stay silent anymore.

As the mediator, she was more anxious than anyone.

“Ange, actually…”

Qin Shiyan tried to speak, hoping to repair their relationship.

But before she could finish—

He Ange beat her to it.

“Master, if you’ll allow it… this disciple wishes to remain yours.”

“Even if we stand on opposing paths, I will always revere you as my master… and honor you for the rest of my life.”

“!!?”

The moment these words left his lips—

Qin Shiyan’s face flushed with joy.

There was nothing more touching than having your deepest wish fulfilled without even asking.

She wanted to reconcile with He Ange, but her pride wouldn’t let her speak first.

Now, He Ange had not only given her an out but promised even more than she dared hope for.

The first half alone would have been enough.

But he went further—

“For the rest of my life”—it sounded almost like a vow!

The depth of his words moved Qin Shiyan to tears, her heart racing uncontrollably.

Yes, it was corny.

But the sentiment was real.

He Ange had given her everything she wanted—and more.

It was like confessing your feelings, only for the other person to propose marriage on the spot!

Overwhelming?

Absolutely.

But who wouldn’t want to be cherished like this?

“Ange, you exaggerate… As long as you live well, Master will be content.”

Smiling gently, Qin Shiyan’s eyes softened with affection.

She had expected a battle of wills tonight.

Instead, He Ange had surrendered unconditionally, offering lifelong devotion without her even asking.

It left her flustered but deeply touched.

But this time—

She would treasure this bond.

People only learned to appreciate what they had… after losing it once.

Despite everything, He Ange still adored her.

Even after being rejected, he remained warm and attentive.

How could Qin Shiyan not cherish such a disciple?

“Master, let this disciple massage your shoulders.”

Seeing Qin Shiyan’s emotional state, He Ange pressed his advantage.

Massages were his ultimate weapon—

Every woman who experienced them became addicted.

An Luo Yi.

Feng Yuan.

Even Qin Shiyan, who hadn’t been treated in half a year, longed for his skilled hands again.

“Mm. Come here.”

With a smile, Qin Shiyan nodded in approval.

He Ange stepped forward, casually displacing Xu Xin as he took her spot beside Qin Shiyan.

He even shot her a smug glance—

“See? I know how to please Master better than you.”

Xu Xin seethed.

But seeing Qin Shiyan’s blissful expression—eyes closed, head tilted back, cheeks flushed—she couldn’t bring herself to interrupt.

She had to admit…

He Ange really knew how to win women over.

He just didn’t bother trying with her.

Once upon a time, He Ange had been gentle with Xu Xin too.

Back then, she was one of his closest friends in the sect—second only to An Luo Yi.

Remembering this, Xu Xin suddenly felt a pang of loss.

Wait—

Something wasn’t right here!

If Qin Shiyan forgave He Ange so easily, then…

What about Xu Xin?

She was the only one left suffering!

Why had she attacked He Ange in the first place?

For Qin Shiyan’s sake!

And now?

Qin Shiyan reconciled with him, while Xu Xin remained the villain, constantly mocked and bullied by He Ange…

What had she even gained from this?!

Originally, she should have been the one closest to He Ange!

“This… This can’t be right…”

Watching He Ange and Qin Shiyan’s heartwarming reunion, Xu Xin stood alone, utterly abandoned by the world.

The world where only Xu Xin suffers…

Had been achieved.

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