Dianxia wanted to go out on a date with me?

Just when I was about to answer a girl came by and smiled at Dianxia, "Hey Li! We have been waiting for you. Let's go!"

Li?

It was then she acknowledged my presence and smiled, "Good morning Dr. Hua."

She was young, near to his age and by the way her eyes were only for Dianxia reminded me that he was mortal. What good would it do for an mortal like him to associate with an immortal like me?

It was best for him to lead a normal life. Back then he lost a lot being with me; I cannot do that to him again. He need not burden himself by knowing a past that was so painful. I can't put him through history just for my future.

No.

He's different.

They just bear the same face and soul but are still different. I can't fathom him in pain again. This needs to end right here.

Bringing out the cold demeanor out I nod and leave. Hearing Dianxia yell my name, I wanted to stop and hear to what he had to say, but knew for our betterment, this had to be it.

It was a good thing that I wouldn't be seeing him until end of the day as my last lecture would be with their class. In the meantime people around annoyed me with their imperfections and more from their bratty attitude.

"Hey!"

With a groan I closed my eyes as He Xuan took a seat next to me.

"Yo!"

He kept calling and I as usual kept ignoring him.

"I met your flower today."

That got my attention but has to feign disinterest. Though it did not stop the annoying man from continuing, "He asked me about you. Said you fucked him and left him dry."

I instantly snapped at him, "What the fuck? I did not even touch him."

The cheshire grin that He Xuan sported made me realise that I fell into his trap.

"Is that why the Ghost King Supreme is angsty? Didn't get any pepepe to play with?"

Hitting his thigh I glared, "You're more of a virgin than me because last I remember you have been playing only with your pepepe for more than 2000 years."

He started laughing outrightly while I groaned at our conversation. Talk about kindergarten fights and what the fuck is a pepepe?

"Alright, on a serious note he did seek me out to talk." With that He Xuan became quiet while I festered in wanting to know the unknown.

Don't fall for his bait Hua. Don't!

Clearing my throat I looked around and tried not to fidget but to no avail.

"Just admit you want to know what your flower asked me."

Darn.

"I won't force if you don't want to share." Trying to maintain my dignity which was already in shambles infront of him, He Xuan started laughing and shook his head, "For an immortal you're really stubborn aren't you? Fine! He asked me for your number. Some lame excuse of wanting to discuss with you on an upcoming project."

"So, did you give?"

"Of course. His Highness asked me. How could I not?"

I had to smile.

"Hua, how should I address His Highnesses in public?"

"What?" I was confused.

"I can't call him His Highnesses. I can't call him Xie Lian; for some reason I find it quite disrespectful even now. I definitely can't call him Dianxia..." nudging my shoulder he smiled, "That's a name only you have the right to call."

Hm.

Remembering the girl from this morning I recommended, "Call him Li. That's what his classmates refer him as."

"Li?" Smirking at the name he continued to tease me, "So similar to Hua Li. Just tell me that you want him to take your name. You sly!"

"Didn't you have your lecture with them today?"

"Next class is theirs. Why?"

I wonder how would you react at the sight of Skylar. Should I warn him? Glancing at his smug look I decided against it. Well let him be surprised.

"Just."

"Why do you look so forlorn Hua?"

Knowing he won't leave this topic unless I open up, with a sigh I shared, "He Xuan, in this lifetime Dianxia is a mortal. He does not even have any ounce of memory from our time before. If anyone is aware of our past it is you. What good would it do for him to be associated with a monster like me?"

"First of all let me correct your assumption, you aren't a monster. You're a Ghost King Supreme. To get this title isn't an easy feat. Secondly, you're right. If anyone is aware of your past, that would be me because I have lived in a time much before you two and thirdly, because I am much older than you and His Highness let me give you an advice, you can never decide his future for him. I remember the time when Dianxia was young, he was always known to be strong, righteous and fearless. Didn't you remember the great battle?

"Why do you think he is feeble now? Just because he's a mortal? Hua, your flower is strong. He maybe alone, but acknowledge the fire that burns within him. Remember you once told me that even a lonely flower can give out the strongest scent.

"You make him whole, Hua. Don't deny him of that love. Time for you and me has stopped but for humans it's limited. Don't give up on this chance. Eternity for us is timeless; but not for him."

"When did you become this smart?" I had to give it to him. In reality He Xuan is much elder to me by age and one reason that I did become Ghost King Supreme was because of his guidence.

"I always was. Now go and get your flower. Dont make him wait too much or else he'll find someone more eligible than you."

At his taunt I brought out my diary and he visibly paled, "Hey! Why are you bringing out that book now?"

"Well it does contain all transactions of your debt to me. I needed to add few more."

"Hey! Then write down my payment of 50,000/-"

"Ah yes! The 0.01% coverage."

Clearing his throat he looked around and I grinned. The bell rang and he left for his class. I wanted to warn him but knowing He Xuan, I was sure he'd manage his pain well. If in any realm a soul has suffered atrocities, it had to be him. For him to heal, he needed this.

Was I ever this nervous? Yes, when it came to Dianxia, always.

Entering the class my gaze automatically tried to seek the mortal man's. He wasn't here. Just as I was to speak, the door opened up and the man walked in with suaveness. I narrowed my eyes at him and saw subtle glint in his pale eyes. He's doing this on purpose.

"Kindly stay back after class. I need to talk to you."

He was taken aback by the tone in my voice, but instantly agreed to it. Behind him was Skylar who gave me a small bow and nudged his friend to take a seat.

Referring to the paper in my hand I called out aloud, "It's good to see many of you took my advice. Half the class dropped out and I am glad to not witness half assed paintings. Alright for today..."

The bell rang and hearing them groan I was proud of myself. Good. They don't deserve mercy.

Feeling a shadow in front of me, I raised my gaze to meet a pair of pale ones. Next to him Skylar smiled and waved me goodbye. Did he meet He Xuan?

"Hua-"

"I warned you to be on time!"

Dianxia flinched slightly at my voice and I wanted to stab myself. Picking up papers I was about to walk out when he caught hold of my wrist and pulled me back to face him.

"I want to date you!"

I had to applaud. This Dianxia is outspoken.

"Why?"

"I want to get to know you!"

"You can date people your age."

"No. I want you!"

I had to take a step back. We were treading into a dangerous zone. A little more and I will succumb.

"You're too young."

"Look-"

Unable to see him plead I blurted out, "I have no heart to love someone else. The one whom I loved died long ago. So please... let me go."

He was shocked to hear my confession and dropped the hand he was holding. Dianxia looked dejected. I wanted to hold him, tell him that he was the reason for my existence, but how could I?

Our past is so painful, him remembering all that happened to Xianle, his parents, Jun Wu and his love... no, I cannot make him relive. Let your pain start and end with me, Gege.

Let me be the end.

I walked away. This time I chose not to look back and open my arms for him to run into.

{Extra Scene}

"Hello all! I am Lyric your professor for Music and Dramatics. How many of you love ancient romance?"

Few raised their hands and especially one was eagerly jumping at the last row. I couldn't see him due to lack of light.

"Young man! Could you come in front?"

His gait was excellent. Definitely model worthy.

As he neared and our eyes met; mine froze and all the breath within me was sucked out.

No. Can't be.

"Professor?"

His smile. It's the same.

"Wha... What's your name?"

"Skylar, sir."

Wind. He's Shi Qingxuan.

Let me be the end to your pain
The darkness to your light
Even if you don't remember me
You're the name I revere every night.

(A/n: I personally feel so much for Hua at this moment. He wants his Dianxia, but to make him relive those painful memories isn't easy. I hope they find eachother soon.)