The Unknown Beauty 86 Why?

"But... why didn't you just show your power? You are way stronger then anyone in the room, even the Emperor. Maybe a slap in the face at that ugly woman in prison would have felt better," asked Bingwen. It's true, this situation could of went differently but it seemed Lin Yu Yan wanted to lay-low.

"I have many more opportunities to do so in the future. I made them think I'm weak and depending on you so they probably will attack when you're away. I will feel more satisfied when they think they are winning and I come in, killing their hopes in an instant," said Lin Yu Yan. She was smiling, but there was definitely no happiness in the air, just pure revenge and it gave Bingwen and Silver the chills.

"Plus, acting innocent is probably the best option at the moment because I notice someone in the shadows..." said Lin Yu Yan, trying to not get ahead of herself.

"Ah, I did too. I think he noticed me already but I don't think he knows it's you, yet," said Bingwen.

"I think so too. And another reason why I didn't do more is because I already humiliated them enough for today, making them liars for calling me ugly in front of the Emperor, punis.h.i.+ng Lu Tian Tian, and showing them I had such a handsome man by my side!" she said so confidently.

Bingwen blushed from the compliment. But he still has no idea why her compliments made him feel in this way.

"I almost forgot, Thank you, Silver! For coming with me!" Lin Yu yan said, patting his head, still in Bingwen's arms. Silver happily accepted the pat on the head, showing a beautiful grin.

"Also, Bingwen… Thank you… for being there for me…" she said closing her eyes. She was very happy he was there for her and when she heard him say that to her family.

"...You're welcome," said Bingwen, smiling. But when he said that, she has fallen asleep in is warm arms as they walk through the cold and crazy city.

Silver watched, wondering what the man was thinking because it was the first time ever that he has seen Bingwen smile, so beautifully as well. Silver was glad to have met Bingwen because he was thinking maybe his older sister would never be married because she is taking care of everyone back home but now he's sure things work out for a reason.

Han Bingwen was holding the sleeping Yu Yan in his arms with Silver silently beside them, walking through the long road into the city.

It's been awhile since she had a good sleep since her life has totally changed and the days of no rest so being in his arms made her feel safe and comfortable.

"Silver, can you go check the area?" asked Bingwen.

Silver was confused as to why he had to do that. It was strange for Bingwen to ask when they could easily just sense people using their qi but then notice he wasn't feeling any spiritual energy coming from Han Bingwen.

Han Bingwen knows Lin Yu Yan has very sharp senses and didn't want to wake her up but he wanted to make sure they are not being followed or ambushed and asked Silver to do it.

"Oh, and don't use your energy. You will wake up Yu Yan," he asked kindly.

"Okay, brother Bingwen," said Silver. 'So that's why he didn't do it himself.'

Silver went out to search the area. Because he is a spiritual beast, his five senses are way sharper then any human. He climbed up a tree close to them, making sure there is only a slight wind in the air and determine the direction to look and smell if anyone is nearby.

It seems the guards, the Lu family, and the royals were smart enough to not chase after them... Except for one. Silver let Bingwen know about this person and thought hard if he should take care of it but felt very suspicious as to why she came alone.

"Just let it be. I'm sure she has no ill intention. The fact that she came alone probably means she wants to talk to Lin Yu Yan alone," Bingwen said to Silver.

"Okay," answered Silver.

Silver just walks next to Han Bingwen with Lin Yu Yan in his arms and the silence was making it awkward. Silver wanted to start a conversation but Bingwen just kept his attention to Lin Yu Yan and the road.

Silver started thinking to himself, 'Every time Han Bingwen showed up, it was always the perfect time to help Sister Yu Yan when she needed it. If It was planned or not, he somehow is able to read Sister Yu Yan's mind and go with the flow when changes occur...'

Silver finds it amazing but suspicious at the same time. 'It's hard to read what's on Sister Yu Yan's mind but the fact hat you can...' He thought even harder and a possiblility popped in his head. 'You're... not using her in the future right? Why are you helping her with no benefits?' and decided to ask Han Bingwen.

"Ummm…. Brother Bingwen? Why… why are you doing this?" asked Silver.

"Doing what?"

"Helping us?? No, I mean, why are you helping Sister Yu Yan?" asked Silver.

Bingwen didn't know how to answer that. He honestly doesn't know why he is also doing it. It was silent for a while as Bingwen tried to think of an answer but all he could say was, "I don't know."

"Why is it that you don't know? I'm helping her because Yu Yan accepted me when no one else did. She protected me, gave me a home, and best of all… loved me like I was her family," Silver said, confessing his feelings to Han Bingwen.

"The fact that we don't know a lot about you makes me worried. I can tell you care for her too. But as a brother, I want to make sure you are not an enemy," said Silver. He wants to protect Lin Yu Yan as much as he can.

Han Bingwen was surprised. He didn't think Silver thought very deeply about Lin Yu Yan and his love for her was strong. But he smiled softly, glad Yu Yan has someone like him when he has to go away and said, "Don't worry. I'm not an enemy. And never will be," ensuring Silver's suspicion.

"But I'll find my answer and I'll let you know, so don't worry," Han Bingwen added.

"Okay.." said Silver. The smile Han Bingwen had was warm and comforting. 'I don't feel any evil intent from this but… there really is no reason for him to do this… who are you and what do you want, Han Bingwen?'