Reborn Aristocrat: Oppressing Chapter 1983

“Mom, are you forcing me to repeat that same mistake?!” Xu Weimiao questioned her, stressing every single word.

An overwhelming pressure crushed her heart.

Even now, did her mother fail to grasp their dire circumstances?!

“Miaomiao, how could Mom ever hurt you?” Xu Weimiao’s mother pleaded with raw emotion. “You and Xiao Xiao mean everything to me. I’d give you my very best if I could. With Xiao Xiao in such deep trouble now, I’m desperate and have no choice but to implore you. Please save your sister—for her sake and mine, alright? No matter the crime, her life still hangs in the balance. A death sentence would destroy us all, and I know guilt would torment you too!”

Xu Weimiao fell silent. She fully comprehended her mother’s anguish at this moment. If Xu Xiaoxiao truly met her end, their blood ties would leave her wracked with guilt.

Lips pressed tight, she finally spoke after a prolonged pause. “I’ll try, Mom, but don’t hold out too much hope. Mo Zixi isn’t the man you imagine. To climb so high and navigate life so flawlessly, he possesses real skill, unyielding principles, and bold resolve!”

“Mom understands, I do. Just vow to plead with him once more, beg him please. I only ask that he show mercy to Xiao Xiao, considering your father’s lifelong service and sacrifices for the nation, and your unwavering devotion in marrying him and bearing his children!”

“Alright.”

Xu Weimiao ended the call.

She truly had no idea of her own strength. She remained oblivious to the sway she held over Mo Zixi!

Yet she insisted on pushing his limits time and again.

It felt like she was constantly testing him!

That afternoon.

Past 6 p.m., Mo Zixi came back home.

Xu Weimiao summoned the servants to serve dinner.

They sat together at the table, dining in utter silence.

Xu Weimiao couldn’t savor a single bite.

Mo Zixi glanced her way. He picked up some fish and put it on her plate, inquiring lightly, “Lost your appetite?”

Xu Weimiao paused, then forced a smile. “Yeah.”

“No appetite or not, eat up anyway. It’s vital for both you and the baby,” Mo Zixi urged.

“Got it.” Xu Weimiao made herself consume more.

Mo Zixi regarded her steadily before inquiring, “Did your mom phone you?”

Xu Weimiao lifted her gaze to him. She sensed he was always steps ahead, knowing all.

She nodded deliberately. “Yes.”

“What did she say?”

“She wants me to plead with you to release Xiao Xiao,” Xu Weimiao replied instantly.

Mo Zixi smirked. “And will you plead with me?”

“I already did, and you turned me down.” Xu Weimiao set aside her bowl and chopsticks. Her appetite had vanished completely.

Mo Zixi noted her gesture and furrowed his brow. In a frosty tone, he stated, “You know my stance, so drop the subject entirely.”

Xu Weimiao stared at him.

Mo Zixi continued his meal with composure. “Keep eating. After this, we’ll take a stroll.”

Xu Weimiao bowed her head, yet her hands stayed away from the utensils.

Mo Zixi’s lips tightened. “Planning a hunger strike in protest?”

“No.” Xu Weimiao shook her head vigorously. “I’m not trying to pressure you.”

“Then eat.” His tone turned noticeably icy.

Xu Weimiao nibbled her lip. Ultimately, she grasped her bowl and chopsticks once more and started eating slowly.

Mo Zixi heaped generous portions onto her plate.

A little mountain of food rose before her.

He commanded, “Finish every bit.”

His words brooked no defiance!

Xu Weimiao nodded.

Quietly, she devoured all the dishes Mo Zixi had served her.

She compelled herself to clear the plate entirely.

Dinner concluded, and Mo Zixi led her on a walk through the courtyard.

The final glimmers of sunset had faded!

Dusk began to settle over the sky.

They strolled the vast courtyard, surrounded by vigilant sentries, yet enveloped in profound silence.

“Zixi,” Xu Weimiao called out abruptly.

“Mm.”

“That night, you wondered if I liked you.” Xu Weimiao halted and gazed up at him.

Mo Zixi stopped too, meeting her eyes. With a smile, he remarked, “Planning to confess now that you like me?”

“I like you,” Xu Weimiao declared, enunciating clearly.

Mo Zixi inclined his head. “I see. Thank you.”

“I truly like you,” Xu Weimiao proclaimed loudly. “Back on our blind date, you claimed you’d never like me, so I held back my feelings. I feared falling for you without any reciprocation. Then the other day, you said you liked me—I can’t tell if it was real, but my heart raced wildly. That must be what liking someone feels like. Exactly that. Seeing you with Xu Xiaoxiao in bed tears me apart!”

“Does it bother you that I slept with Xu Xiaoxiao?”

“I care a lot,” Xu Weimiao affirmed firmly, “but since you asked me to steady my emotions, I did everything possible to calm myself and let it pass. Truthfully, it bothers me deeply. For a while, I couldn’t even stand your touch, as memories of you sleeping with Xu Weixiao came rushing back, and I simply couldn’t bear it. That night when I hit you with the lamp, it came from the exact same place.” Xu Weimiao gazed at him, laying bare all her inner turmoil.

“Let me clarify it for you. Xu Weixiao and I didn’t sleep together.” Mo Zixi met her eyes. “You returned right at that moment. Nothing had even begun.”

Xu Weimiao felt stunned.

“I never lie,” Mo Zixi declared.

“I know.” Xu Weimiao nodded. “You’re right. I just thought…”

“No matter. I understand the misunderstanding,” Mo Zixi replied, “Even though I didn’t go all the way or do anything further, I still had a physical response to Xu Weixiao right then. That bodily betrayal hurts you just as much, whether it led to sex or not.”

Xu Weimiao bit her lip.

Mo Zixi proved far more logical than most people.

“Luckily, from the start that night, I believed Xu Weixiao was you, so my feelings never wavered.” Mo Zixi gazed at her with a smile. “I don’t absolutely require your forgiveness, but I do hope you don’t mind that. Let’s keep our bond going just like this. It’d be ideal if you grow to like me, though I won’t push if you don’t.”

“You don’t trust what I said earlier, right?” Xu Weimiao questioned him.

In truth, he doubted her claim of liking him.

Mo Zixi nodded. “Yes, I don’t believe it.”

“True, I confess my liking you comes with motives. I want you to let Xu Weixiao off. For my sake, the child’s, and my father’s decades of service to the government, please show her mercy.” Xu Weimiao fixed her gaze on him. “Despite that, my feelings for you are genuine. They really are!”

Mo Zixi watched her intently, his composed expression locked on hers.

He couldn’t tell how much truth lay in her words.

Xu Weimiao rose onto her toes, wrapped her arms around his neck, and boldly kissed him first.

She seldom initiated, though it happened now and then.

This time, her boldness felt somehow distinct.

She kissed him passionately, desperately seeking his reciprocation.

He quietly savored the dance of her lips and tongue across his mouth.

Their kiss stretched on endlessly.

She always sensed the chill in his heart.

It seemed impossible for her to stir his serene composure.

She pulled away from him, parting from his lips.

Traces of her saliva lingered on Mo Zixi’s lips, lending an air of sensuality.

Yet he remained utterly composed.

With a trembling smile, she murmured, “My emotions are sincere.”

My emotions are sincere, believe them or not.

And now.

Xu Weimiao continued, “Let Xiao Xiao off with a three-to-five-year sentence. Then my parents can ship her overseas.”

Mo Zixi’s long fingers gently traced Xu Weimiao’s smooth cheeks. Three months into pregnancy, her complexion glowed healthier. Her skin shone fair and soft, lips rosy with pearly teeth. He curved his lips softly and whispered, “Miaomiao, sparing Xu Weixiao isn’t hard for me, and you needn’t plead like this. I’m simply guiding you on the poise and standards befitting a nation’s first lady!”

Xu Weimiao furrowed her brow, eyeing Mo Zixi.

“I hold this seat by setting aside all personal ties. Even if it were my own brother or parents threatening me or Northern Xia Country, I’d handle them identically! Do you grasp why Lu Yicheng stays out of politics? Among those close to me, my father picked Ye Chu and Zhai Bei over Lu Yicheng precisely because his status endangers mine. You know full well Lu Yicheng’s brilliance and talent! This is all politics!” Mo Zixi smiled. “Miaomiao, it took me endless time to forge this icy resolve fit for the role. No one can alter it! Since you stand beside me, you must unwaveringly align with my stance! I get that it’s tough to swallow immediately! Your sister’s case marks your first test in mindset. It’ll challenge you fiercely, but ultimately, you’ll yield!”

Xu Weimiao fell silent.

Mo Zixi had confessed spending ages forging that cold demeanor perfect for his station. No one could sway it.

Mo Zixi made an excellent leader.

Truly, Mo Zixi shone as an outstanding leader.

“Miaomiao,” Mo Zixi added, “I’m delighted that you like me.”

Xu Weimiao regarded him.

“I truly like you,” Mo Zixi emphasized slowly, word by word.

Xu Weimiao stared directly at him.

“I’m happy to truly like someone in this lifetime.” Mo Zixi gazed into her eyes. Her smile stayed forever gentle and soft. He continued, “Yet even if I like you, even if I treasure you, I can’t abandon anything for you. I won’t act like a regular person. Because of liking you, I won’t do countless foolish acts. My principles remain firm. I won’t let your beauty or my feelings for you sway me! “From this point forward, safeguard yourself properly and gradually grow stronger. I desire the woman beside me to stand as my equal!”

“Okay.” Xu Weimiao nodded.

Right from the outset, she understood her marriage was to the commander-in-chief of Northern Xia Kingdom.

He ruled the nation, his words carrying immense authority. Upright and principled, his mind brimmed with complexities. His power was overwhelming!

He possessed grand love. He imparted lessons on the bigger picture. His top priority was the people’s safety and peace!

As for her.

She needed to strive hard to match his caliber.

She had chosen this path herself from the very beginning.

She harbored no regrets!

Gazing at Mo Zixi, she took his hand proactively. They walked together beneath the dimming sky.

They could love one another and spend a lifetime together, yet they couldn’t fully belong to each other.

..

That night.

As sleep nearly claimed her, Xu Weimiao got a call from Mother Xu.

After a brief hesitation, she picked up.

In Mo Zixi’s presence, she took Mother Xu’s call.

Mo Zixi was still perusing the newspaper, not yet asleep. She glanced over at him.

“Mom.”

“How did it go? Did you speak to the Commander? What was his response?” Mother Xu asked urgently.

“He refused,” Xu Weimiao replied directly.

“Why refuse? Why? Did you explain it clearly?” Mother Xu grew agitated.

“I did explain, but it’s impossible,” Xu Weimiao affirmed once more.

“Can’t you even bring up the child as leverage?”

“Using the child would doom our entire family alongside you. Mom, I’ll set up a meeting with Xiao Xiao tomorrow. That’s all I can manage.”

“Miaomiao!” Mother Xu’s voice rose sharply.

“Mom, sorry. It’s late—get some rest.”

Xu Weimiao ended the call abruptly.

Explanations fell on deaf ears now. Cold treatment was the sole option.

She powered off her phone.

Placing it beside the bed, she eased herself down slowly.

Mo Zixi switched off the room lights and lay down next to her.

He drew her body close, cradling her in his embrace.

Xu Weimiao rested silently in his arms, uttering nothing.

“Feeling uneasy?” Mo Zixi inquired.

“Yes.”

“Turn over.” Mo Zixi urged her to face him.

Xu Weimiao rotated and met Mo Zixi’s gaze in the darkness.

Mo Zixi traced her cheek with his finger, sensing dampness.

Xu Weimiao offered a faint smile. “I’ll steady my feelings.”

“Miaomiao, feel free to cry.”

“No…”

“Everyone must release emotions!” Mo Zixi stated. “I vented before too, through extreme means—even seeking out a woman.”

Xu Weimiao regarded him.

“Recall when I mentioned on our wedding night it wasn’t my first time?”

“Yes.” The memory lingered vividly.

“Back then, I sought only release through raw instinct. After trying, it felt mediocre. So I did it just once. Thus, I lack any real skill.” Mo Zixi leaned in, his lips brushing her tear-wet eyes with a kiss. “After all that, now cry if you need to.”

“Okay.” Xu Weimiao nodded.

Nodding, she pressed her face into his chest.

Initially, quiet tears flowed steadily. Then sobs emerged. Soon, clutching his shirt, she unleashed everything, weeping fiercely.

Mo Zixi noted this as her initial breakthrough. Such a step proved incredibly tough!

Incredibly tough!

..

Next morning.

Xu Weimiao eyed her puffy, red eyes in the mirror and smiled.

She couldn’t recall how long she’d sobbed the previous night or when sleep overtook her.

After freshening up, she aimed to appear more vibrant.

A call came from her mother, informing Xu Weimiao she’d reached the capital.

Forcing down breakfast, she had the driver take her to collect her mother.

Alongside Mother Xu, Father Xu had arrived too.

In mere days, their hair had grayed, facial lines deepened starkly—especially her mother’s. Normally meticulous about upkeep, she now appeared bare-faced and profoundly aged, the change glaring.

Upon meeting, neither spoke a word to her first.

Words failed her too.

The vehicle proceeded silently toward the detention center.

Xu Weimiao waited outside.

Entering wasn’t wise; it might worsen matters.

She lingered quietly by the entrance for a prolonged while.

Her feelings churned in a tangled mess. She couldn't bring herself to picture the scene within.

Until…

Her parents at last stepped out from inside.

Her mother's face streamed with tears as she wept bitterly. Her father's eyes had gone bright red, the color starkly visible.

She understood that Xu Weixiao hadn't fared well inside, despite no one daring to abuse her. Furthermore, upon spotting her parents, Xu Weimiao's grievances would swell a hundredfold in display.

“Slap!”

A sharp slap struck Xu Weimiao's face.

Xu Weimiao felt a stinging pain.

Her cheek throbbed, and her heart ached fiercely.

She had foreseen this exact outcome.

She clutched her face with both hands, tears silently trailing down.

“What sin have I committed? Even in my twilight years, I've endured such world-shaking calamities! What sin have I committed?! Is heaven punishing me like this?” Mother Xu wailed hysterically.

Staring at Xu Weimiao, her tears flowed wildly, her emotions surging uncontrollably.

Xu Changchun yanked his wife back. “Are you out of your mind? Why hit Miaomiao? Xiao Xiao deserved it all!”

“I'm mad, alright. I want to beat her dead! It'd be perfect if Mo Zixi jails me too so I can die with Xiao Xiao! Let's all die together!” Mother Xu shrieked at full volume.

Her voice boomed fiercely.

It reverberated across the whole detention center.