12dz Chapter 186 Magic and Potion 1
Chapter 186 Magic and Potion 1
Arthur knew that his choice would bring Lilith a lot of unnecessary trouble and harm.
As he thought, Lilith also felt the pressure from the surrounding environment.
She began to be ostracized and despised by some noble ladies, who thought that Lilith was not worthy of being with Arthur.
Although Lilith was strong at heart, these constant attacks made her feel exhausted.
When Arthur saw the injustice Lilith suffered, he felt like his heart was hit by a hammer. He felt very distressed and became more determined to protect her.
He began to appear with Lilith in public more frequently, proving with his actions that their relationship was serious and could not be questioned by the outside world.
But the pressure from his family and the rumors around him still weighed on Arthur's chest like two huge rocks, making it hard for him to breathe.
He was frustrated and felt helpless, but he was not ready to give up.
"I know it's hard, Lilith," Arthur said during a late night conversation with Lilith, "but please believe me, I will do my best to make our love recognized."
Lilith was also very moved. Her face was already damaged, but Arthur was still unwilling to give up on her. This was their love.
Arthur was not prepared to succumb to this pressure and decided to take action to resist these unfair expectations and evaluations.
First, Arthur began to communicate with his family.
He found the elders in his family and expressed his feelings and thoughts sincerely. He told them that true love should not be restricted by status and external evaluation, and he was willing to work hard for his love and Lilith's happiness.
"I understand the family's expectations, but I also hope to get their understanding and support. Lilith is very important to me, and I can't give up on her just because of outside pressure." Arthur said firmly.
The elders of the family are initially angry and confused by Arthur's defiance, but seeing his determination and sincerity, they begin to reconsider their position.
Some enlightened family members began to support Arthur. They believed that the family should respect individual choices rather than blindly pursue interests.
Secondly, Arthur decided to face the rumors. He no longer avoided them, but bravely stood up and publicly defended Lilith's relationship with him.
He gave a speech at the college assembly, telling the story of him and Lilith and expressing his persistence and belief in love.
"I know a lot of people have been talking about our relationship, but I want to tell you that I am proud to be with Lilith.
Her kindness and talent are what I value most, and I will not give up on her because of any rumors." Arthur's voice echoed in the academy.
Many people were moved by them, and some people in the college even supported them and gave them encouragement.
However, Arthur was still too young. He did not have the energy to maintain his beliefs, nor did he have enough strength to protect his love.
At the family elders' meeting, Arthur once again heard the patriarch's stern warning: "Arthur, you must face reality. We can't let your personal feelings affect the future of the entire family. End this relationship. This is your only choice."
"If you still insist on having your own way, the family will withdraw your status as the future heir and choose to support other outstanding talents."
Arthur finally became afraid that if he lost the support of his family, he would lose everything.
Arthur stood on the balcony of the family manor, looking at the twinkling stars in the night sky, his heart full of contradictions and struggles.
His love with Lilith was once the brightest light in his life, but the pressure of reality made him feel suffocated.
The family expects him to marry a partner of equal status to consolidate the family's interests and reputation.
The gossip from people around him made him feel suffocated. They questioned his decision and laughed at his choice.
The expectations of his family and public opinion weighed on his shoulders like two huge mountains, making it difficult for him to bear the pressure.
Arthur's heart was filled with pain. He knew his family's expectations and responsibilities, and he also understood how fragile his love was in the face of reality.
After countless sleepless nights, Arthur made a difficult decision: he decided to give up his love with Lilith for the sake of his family and for things that seemed more important.
On the night he confessed to Lilith, Arthur's heart was filled with guilt and sadness.
They met in the moonlit garden, Lilith's eyes full of confusion and pain.
"Lilith, I...I'm sorry." Arthur's voice trembled and he could hardly look Lilith in the eyes.
"I tried my best, but... I couldn't resist the pressure of my family. We... we have to end it."
Tears welled up in Lilith's eyes and her heart felt like it was torn apart.
"Arthur, are you really willing to give up our love like this? We have been through so much, is it all meaningless?"
Her tears flowed on the black spots, and Arthur suddenly felt sick in his heart. He lowered his eyelids and dared not look at Lilith again.
"Lilith, I don't want this either. But, I...I have no choice."
Lilith's eyes were full of disappointment: "No, Arthur. If you really love me, you should know that love means facing it together no matter what difficulties we encounter.
Your choice tells me that our love is not as important to you as you think."
Lilith turned and left, leaving Arthur alone in the moonlight.
His heart was filled with confusion and self-blame. He knew that he had lost the most precious thing, but he also understood that his choice was irreversible.
Nan Xi felt extremely regretful. Is this love?
The original owner lost her love and was married to Marcus by her father, and eventually died tragically.
Nan Xi originally thought that the love between these two people could be different, but it turned out that there was no difference.
Nan Xi went to see Lilith and helped her get rid of the poison. From then on, she didn't want to get involved in the affairs of these two people anymore. Her time was precious and she could do more meaningful things.
Although love is beautiful, it is not indestructible; under the pressure of family and society, it can also be as fragile as paper.
As Ovid said, "Love conquers all except the eyes of the world."
True freedom and happiness come from bravely pursuing your inner desires rather than being forced by external forces.
Life is your own choice.
Respect everyone's choice and cherish your own time and life.
Nan Xi decided not to be bound by the emotional entanglements of others, but to focus on her own pursuits like Marie Curie.
“I want to turn my life into a scientific dream, and then turn the dream into reality.”
Nan Xi sighed softly and put those chaotic thoughts aside for the time being.
She stood up and walked to the bookshelf, her fingers sliding over the neatly arranged magic books, finally stopping on a small and exquisite bottle.
The bottle contained a magical potion given to her by Elena, which was said to have strange properties and uses.