The White Lotus Villainess Is Obsessed With Me - Chapter 46

“Really, you’re not lying to me?” Tan Yixuan looked closely into her eyes, examining them carefully. In a soft voice, she said, “I don’t want you to force yourself.”

Since she was already in a tough spot, Wang Sasa figured she might as well go all the way. Sometimes, when you reach rock bottom, the only way out is up.

Wang Sasa’s thoughts were simple: Tan Yixuan liked her, and if she wanted to make her happy, then why not just like her back? Though she had never been in a relationship, she had enough confidence in her acting skills. Pretending to be a girl in love should be a piece of cake.

At this moment, Wang Sasa was still confident, unaware that she was digging herself into a huge pit.

She took a moment to prepare herself, then gently grasped Tan Yixuan’s hand in return, her voice sweet as honey. “I’m not lying to you…” She paused, gazing straight into Tan Yixuan’s eyes, silently reminding herself to channel her inner actress. “I like you, Tan Yixuan. No—I love you!”

But that wasn’t the end.

She continued with sweet words: “Maybe from the very first moment I saw you in the bathroom, I fell in love with you!”

Tan Yixuan felt both shy and puzzled. “Really?”

Wang Sasa nodded earnestly, with particular sincerity. “Of course! You have no idea how delicate and fragile you looked, so endearing. From the first glance, I was captivated by you. Maybe people all have a protective instinct for someone vulnerable. You were the first person I met in this world.” As for the four lackeys, she conveniently ignored them.

Tan Yixuan struggled to regain her composure. “But what about Wei Qi…”

Wang Sasa tightened her grip on her hand and explained, “The one who likes Wei Qi isn’t me. You understand that, don’t you?”

Tan Yixuan showed a contemplative expression and, after a while, slowly nodded.

Her gaze flickered over Wang Sasa’s eyes and fell on her lips before quickly shifting away. A blush appeared on her face.

She stammered, “Even if… the one who liked Wei Qi wasn’t you, why did you try to pair me up with him?”

Here it comes, the key question!

Wang Sasa straightened up, her mind racing as she sincerely began to make things up: “Of course, it was because of you!”

“Because of me?” Tan Yixuan looked even more confused.

Wang Sasa solemnly nodded, her expression filled with sorrow—no, deep thought. She carefully crafted her emotions and said, “Because I thought you liked Wei Qi! Liking is indulgence, but love is restraint. Tan Yixuan…” She grasped her slender shoulders, gazing at her with deep emotion. “I love you, so I restrained myself. Loving someone means loving what they love. I transformed my small love into a greater love. How could I be so selfish as to use my own small love to confine you and make you unhappy?”

Tan Yixuan stared at her blankly, at a loss for words.

Wang Sasa pressed on, her gaze burning with intensity: “Do you know how devastated I was when I personally pushed you toward Wei Qi? I was heartbroken! But I never expected… that you liked me too…”

Wang Sasa’s gaze was so intense that Tan Yixuan suddenly released her hold, her face flushing with embarrassment as she lowered her head. “I never imagined… that you liked me so early on?”

It seemed that women in love had a negative IQ.

Before, Tan Yixuan was clear-headed enough to understand that Wang Sasa had never shown even a trace of romantic feelings for her. The idea of mutual affection was too beautiful, and she would rather lose her mind and let her heart be deceived than miss the chance to dive headfirst into this love trap.

She wasn’t pining in vain!

A surge of uncontrollable joy suddenly welled up within Tan Yixuan, washing away all her concerns. Her mind clung to just one thought: Wang Sasa loved her! Not liked—loved!

Mutual love was such a beautiful thing!

Tan Yixuan trembled with excitement, breathing heavily to control her body and resist the urge to pounce on her. Patience… She had survived unrequited love; they still had a long journey ahead. She reached out, tenderly stroking Wang Sasa’s cheek, her breath ragged as she pressed her closer…

Wait, wait, wait…

Seeing Tan Yixuan so excited that even the corners of her eyes were flushed, Wang Sasa’s earlier boldness quickly faltered.

Her smile stiffened as she felt it necessary to dispel Tan Yixuan’s unhealthy thoughts. She carefully said, “Tan Yixuan…”

Tan Yixuan froze, their foreheads touching, her warm breath brushing Wang Sasa’s cheek as she softly replied, “Call me Yixuan.”

Wang Sasa cleared her throat and obediently said, “Yixuan…”

Tan Yixuan gently smiled and nuzzled her nose against hers. “Hmm?”

Wang Sasa, pushing through her nerves and inwardly calling on her acting skills, forced herself to say, “I think we’re still quite young, don’t you?”

Tan Yixuan tilted her head slightly in confusion. “What?”

Gritting her teeth, Wang Sasa knew she couldn’t hesitate. Tan Yixuan was the kind of woman who would boldly propose something intimate even before they were officially in a relationship. Before, she could get away with it by feigning ignorance, but now that they were girlfriends, what would she do if Tan Yixuan made a certain kind of request?

This sort of thing couldn’t start; it had to be shut down immediately!

Steadying herself, Wang Sasa said seriously, “We’re both x-minors, so you get what I mean, right?”

Tan Yixuan’s gaze lingered on her face, and she smiled softly, as if realizing something. “But we’re already adults.”

What?!

Adults!?

Wang Sasa was struck by lightning. They were already adults!? Cold sweat ran down her back. She had no intention of crossing the boundary of friendship with Tan Yixuan.

This was a dilemma, especially since just a few minutes earlier, she had boldly given a “deep analysis” of her “romantic journey” with Tan Yixuan. Now, refusing any physical closeness seemed inconsistent…

Well then—

Come on, what’s the big deal about a kiss?

Wang Sasa steeled herself, preparing mentally for the inevitable, and shut her eyes, ready to face her fate.

Suddenly, a knock on the door broke the tension. Wang Sasa, feeling as though she had been granted a reprieve, rushed to answer it.

With the warmth of her hand suddenly disappeared, Tan Yixuan’s gaze darkened as she watched Wang Sasa’s retreating figure.

Wang Sasa opened the door to find her parents standing there.

Her mother hurried over, grasping her shoulders and scanning her up and down. “What happened earlier? You scared me half to death.” As she spoke, her mother patted her chest in relief.

Wang Sasa smiled. “It was nothing, really. Everything’s fine now.”

Mother Wang scolded, “Why on earth did you jump into the pool like that? Don’t you realize you were still wearing your dress?”

Afraid that the nagging would continue, Wang Sasa quickly hugged her mother’s arm and said, “It’s really fine. I know how to swim, after all.” Being from a wealthy family, Wang Sasa’s original self had, of course, received swimming lessons.

Father Wang exhaled with relief. “As long as you’re alright.”

They chatted for a little while longer before her parents, who were the hosts of the banquet, returned downstairs. Although Wang Sasa didn’t need to go, heading back to her bedroom now felt too overwhelming. Plus, as the birthday girl, it was only right for her to make an appearance.

After instructing the servants, she followed her parents downstairs.

Despite the small disturbance earlier, the banquet hall remained lively. The clinking of glasses and merry chatter continued unabated. Only a few people had witnessed the earlier pool incident, and seeing Wang Sasa smiling and chatting with her parents now, they dismissed any lingering concerns.

A couple approached her father, greeting him. “Mr. Wang, is this your daughter? She’s absolutely stunning.” Flattery always worked wonders.

Father Wang looked at his daughter, his smile restrained but proud. “You’re too kind.” His gaze then shifted to the tall young man beside them, his expression changing slightly. He seemed to understand something as he said, “And this must be your son? What a fine young man!”

The tall young man, though delicate in appearance, wore gold-rimmed glasses, giving him the look of a sophisticated professional. He greeted Father Wang, “Mr. Wang…”

The elegant woman who had remained silent beside him glanced at him and smiled, “What do you mean, ‘Mr. Wang’? Call him Uncle Wang!”

The young man blushed slightly, softening his otherwise sharp demeanor. “Uncle Wang.”

Father Wang smiled and nodded but didn’t say much.

This family was Father Wang’s new business partner, and in the business world, relationships often extended from the connections between their children. The elegant woman subtly nudged the young man forward, then stepped up and took Wang Sasa’s hand, praising her, “Your name is Shasha, right? You’re so beautiful!” She then shifted gears and introduced her son, “This is my son. He just graduated from university this year, and he’s a few years older than you. You can call him Brother Zhang.”

“You’re close in age, so you’ll probably have a lot to talk about. He’s quite reserved, always putting on a serious face like his father, even at such a young age. I think he needs to spend more time with young people like you…”

What Brother Zhang… one moment he’s older, the next he’s younger. Wang Sasa shot her a strange look and quickly realized what the woman was trying to do. It was nothing more than matchmaking. Since their families had business ties, it would be great if they got together; if not, no harm done.

Wang Sasa smiled politely at the woman without much enthusiasm.

The elegant woman patted the tall young man, who helplessly glanced at his mother before nodding toward Wang Sasa and saying, “Miss Wang.”

The woman clicked her tongue in frustration, rolling her eyes at her son, clearly exasperated. Seeing that he still had that unbothered, stubborn look, she let out a heavy sigh.

Watching the interaction between the two, Wang Sasa found it amusing and couldn’t help but smile to herself. In that moment, her eyes met the young man’s, and both were caught off guard. They quickly exchanged smiles.

Suddenly, Wang Sasa felt a scorching gaze fix on her face, as though it could burn her. Frowning, she looked up and immediately spotted a slender figure standing silently on the second-floor balcony.

Her heart sank. Hastily excusing herself from the group, she lifted her skirt and quickly made her way upstairs.

Mother Wang, watching her daughter’s hurried departure, laughed with her business partner, “Look at her, still so impulsive. I wonder when she’ll finally grow up.” Though her words were lighthearted, the love and affection behind them were clear.

Everyone present understood the elegant woman’s intentions. Mother Wang, while pretending to be oblivious, would always prioritize her daughter’s wishes. She wouldn’t oppose the idea, but she wouldn’t actively push it either.

The elegant woman smiled but said nothing, instead shooting her son another angry glare.

The young man, used to it by now, didn’t react much, only watching Wang Sasa’s retreating figure. The smile she’d given him earlier lingered in his mind, stirring an unusual feeling. This Wang family’s eldest daughter wasn’t quite what the rumors made her out to be.

He adjusted his glasses thoughtfully.

Wang Sasa reached the second-floor landing and saw Tan Yixuan.

Tan Yixuan hadn’t gone far, clearly waiting for her.

She stood near the railing, wrapped in a thin coat, her expression calm but her face pale. There was nothing else discernible in her expression. Wang Sasa hesitated, swallowing nervously as she stood there watching her.

Tan Yixuan lowered her gaze and sighed softly before finally looking up at her. Something flickered in her dark eyes, but it quickly disappeared. “Sasa…”

Wang Sasa hesitated for a moment, knowing that there was no avoiding the situation. She gritted her teeth, then quickly walked over, placing one hand on her shoulder and pulling her into an embrace with the other. Her voice was filled with concern, “Why did you come out? Shouldn’t you be resting?”