Meng Zhuqing did not dismount; she remained on her horse, leading it by the reins, but her gaze was fixed steadily on Tobanya.
Watching Tobanya cry.
After a long moment, Meng Zhuqing spoke softly, "I... I have caused you a lot of pain, haven't I?"
Tobanya didn't speak, only looked at Meng Zhuqing, her tears continually and silently streaming down. They blurred her vision, making it somewhat difficult for her to clearly see the person before her.
"If that is the case..." After pausing for a while, Meng Zhuqing continued, "I respect that. However, I have some words I want to tell you."
She didn't wait for Tobanya to speak; Meng Zhuqing slowly added, "Once, feeling my appearance was hideous, I thought standing by your side would embarrass you, so I hid my feelings, not wanting you to know."
"Back then, I didn't dare hope that you would like me."
"Back then, all I wanted was for you to be well."
"But... you fell in love with me."
