Chapter 430 Identity

Xu Nian couldn't help but laugh as she watched them playfully bickering, no longer caring that they had almost bumped into her.

Just then, a cool little hand gently took his hand, and the fingertips carefully intertwined with his.

Xu Xi gazed at the happy figures of the couple as they walked away, her pretty face still cold, but a hint of longing flashed in her eyes.

What exactly is he to Xu Nian?

Are they lovers? It seems not, yet they did countless things that only lovers would do.

Are they friends or collaborators? That doesn't seem quite right either.

The person Xu Nian truly loves is the owner of this body, Xu Xi.

Xu Nian's heart ultimately belongs to Xu Xi; they are a match made in heaven.

And I am merely another personality within Xu Xi, an appendage of hers.

But she had a transgressive idea. Like most girls who yearn for love, she wanted to gain a place in the heart of the man she liked.

Even if this title only exists during the brief time the two are alone together.

As for the title of "fiancé," it never truly belonged to her; it was an illusion she possessed only because of Xu Xi's influence.

After all, the engagement was made between Xu Nian and Xu Xi more than a decade ago; she was never involved.

"Which project do you want to start with?" Xu Nian's call pulled her back from her chaotic thoughts.

Xu Xi snapped out of his daze, glanced down at the amusement park map in his hand, loosened his grip on Xu Nian's hand slightly, and said softly, "Let's go for the carousel."

"Okay." Xu Nian didn't ask any more questions. Without making a sound, he tightened their hands again, took her hand, and walked into the carousel pavilion next to them.

The carousel is a classic attraction in amusement parks, suitable for all ages, and especially popular with couples.

Sitting on horseback with your sweetheart, slowly spinning to the music, feeling the gentle breeze, looking at the people around you, and taking a few photos is a romantic thing enough.

Xu Nian quickly found an empty seat, lifted her leg and sat on the horse's back, gripping the handrail tightly.

Xu Xi looked around and found that there was only one empty seat left in the entire carousel.

The empty spot was diagonally opposite Xu Nian, far away from him, with several horses in between.

Xu Xi's eyes darkened, and a sense of loss swept through his heart.

But she quickly composed herself and walked over to a girl sitting next to Xu Nian, speaking in as gentle a tone as possible, with a hint of pleading: "Excuse me, could you please move to another seat?"

The girl turned her head, looked her up and down, then glanced at the remaining empty seats. With a polite apology, she gently shook her head: "I'm sorry, my boyfriend and I came together. If we switch seats, there won't be any adjacent seats left. We'd like to sit together."

Beside the girl sat a boy of similar age, gazing tenderly at her with eyes full of affection; he must be her boyfriend.

Seeing this, Xu Xi pondered for a moment, then pointed to Xu Nian not far away and suggested, "I also want to sit next to my fiancé. If you're willing to give up your seat, I can buy it for whatever price you want."

The girl and the boy exchanged a glance and both shook their heads.

The girl took the boy's hand and said to Xu Xi, "Sister, first of all, I don't lack money. Secondly, compared to money, I think the time spent traveling with my loved one is the most precious. After all, money can't buy true love. I hope you can understand."

These words were like a needle pricking Xu Xi's heart, causing her excruciating pain.

Can't money buy true love?

But what else can she offer Xu Nian besides money?

Her eyes began to glaze over, and a wave of bitterness welled up inside her.

When Xu Nian and Xu Xi were together, their home was filled with laughter every day. The two were not only sweet lovers, but also close friends.

But she was like a cold stone, unable to offer Xu Nian any emotional value whatsoever.

While she was still in a daze, the last empty seat was taken by a later visitor.

The entire carousel was packed, with not a single empty seat.

The staff pressed the start button, and a shrill bell rang, urging those without seats to leave as soon as possible.

Xu Xi froze on the spot, bewildered and at a loss.

Xu Xi, who once held a vast business empire, wielded ruthless power, and remained composed in any grand occasion, now resembled a helpless child, unsure whether to move forward or retreat.

She felt that all the tourists' eyes were focused on her, and those gazes contained curiosity and doubt, as if they were looking at an extra person.

Just then, a familiar warm sensation came from within.

Just then, a familiar warm touch came from behind and enveloped her body.

Xu Nian bent down, carefully picked her up, and gently placed her on his horse's back, letting her sit in his lap.

She was petite and delicate, while Xu Nian was of normal to slim build. The two of them sat on a carousel with just the right amount of space, not cramped at all.

"What are you daydreaming about, Little Flame?" Xu Nian smiled and gently pinched his little nose. "You said I haven't grown up yet, but you're the one who's a child. I even saved a seat for you, and you still don't know to sit down."

Xu Xi then came to his senses, and the scene from earlier flashed through his mind.

She remembered that when she and that girl were discussing switching seats, Xu Nian kept calling her name.

But she was so focused on taking the spot next to Xu Nian that she forgot that he had already reserved the warmest and most secure spot for her in his arms.

She smiled gently, the corners of her lips slightly upturned. Unusually, she didn't refute his teasing words, but simply leaned closer to him, her cheek against his chest, and softly hummed in agreement.

Soothing music began to play softly, drowning out the surrounding noise. The carousel slowly started, carrying the laughter and chatter of the entire pavilion, and began to turn.

Every time love draws near

"I feel like he's holding you tightly."

He stirs your heart.

Cover your eyes.

"They won't let you know where they're going."

Every time love draws near

"It's like everyone's waiting to see how you'll respond."

"All was quiet."

"My only worry is your decision."

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