Chapter 431: Because It's Been Twenty Years, He Can't Afford to Lose

With his clear eyes shining, he resumed his aloft attitude. Even when treating his 'sister' in such a way, he didn't elicit disdain from others, but instead, made hearts flutter like a startled deer.

Di Xiaxia couldn't quite articulate her feelings. She felt a strange mix of emotions!

"Xiaxia…" Di Mingzhe suddenly began, his raspy voice laced with strong restraint. At the sound of it, Di Xiaxia stiffened instantly.

Di Mingzhe stared at her without moving. He wanted to say, I love you, I've loved you for twenty years. Can you love me back?

But though the words roiled on the tip of his tongue, he ultimately couldn't utter them.

His strength and fortitude always turned to fear in front of her, for he couldn't afford to lose. Not after twenty years.

He didn't want to argue with her, didn't want to see any hint of disappointment, reluctance, or resistance on her face. Every instance would bring him pain.

He didn't want to experience such heartache to the point of despair, so…