NTR: Choice Based System

Chapter 155: Holy Son's Confession

The Holy Son smiled, a subtle, almost imperceptible curve of his lips. "I wish to have a talk with you and I want to know what Ye Mu has spoken to you about me. I want to make things clear."

Yu Mei shook her head, "You don't have to, Holy Son. I'm not judging you based on what Ye Mu has told me. I have my own judgment, but I'm curious about one thing."

She continued, "Why are you so hell-bent on knowing what she told me about you and why you want to clarify things when I'm not judging you because of some rumours?"

The Holy Son nodded; his eyes gleaming with anticipation. "I understand. And I respect that. But I believe that, for me, my image is very important, especially in front of the people I admire." He looked at Yu Mei's eyes.

Yu Mei spoke, "But I don't think there is any need to talk about this, as I said I don't judge you with the rumours I have heard."

The Holy Son spoke, his tone stern, "And I wish to know what those rumours are so I can speak for myself."

Yu Mei sighed, her patience wearing thin. "Holy Son, I truly believe there's no need for this. If you're so concerned about your image, perhaps you should focus on actions that truly reflect who you are, rather than worrying about rumours."

The Holy Son's expression turned from anticipation to irritation. "Lady Yu Mei, I'm not asking you to judge me based on hearsay. I'm simply requesting clarity. If there are misunderstandings, I want to rectify them."

"But why?" Yu Mei countered. "What difference does it make if I know a few rumours about you? It won't change my opinion of you."

The Holy Son leaned forward; his voice low. "It matters because I value your respect. I want you to see me for who I truly am, not for some distorted version created by others."

Yu Mei hesitated, unsure of how to respond. She could sense the sincerity in his words, but she also felt a growing unease. "Very well," she finally conceded. "Tell me, what are these rumours that have you so concerned?"

The Holy Son hesitated for a moment, as if weighing his words carefully. "They say I am a womanizer, self-absorbed, and that I use my position to manipulate others."

Yu Mei's eyebrows raised in surprise. "Is that really what people say about you?"

The Holy Son nodded solemnly. "Apparently, now I want to know what Ye Mu spoke about me."

Yu Mei spoke, "She told me the same, saying you are a womanizer, now you have to tell me if you really are one."

The Holy Son didn't speak and kept silent, trying to look like someone who has realized his mistake.

Yu Mei chuckled lightly. "Well, I can certainly see how someone might get that impression. But I don't believe that's the whole truth. I've seen a different side of you, a more compassionate and understanding side."

The Holy Son's eyes lit up with hope. "You have?"

Yu Mei nodded. "Yes. I've seen the way you care for others, the way you go out of your way to help those in need. That's the side of you that I know and respect."

A sense of relief washed over the Holy Son's face. "Thank you, Lady Yu Mei. I'm glad you see me that way. Hope the world can see me in that light too."

Yu Mei smiled warmly. "They will, but..." she paused then spoke, "you haven't told me if those rumours are true or not."

The Holy Son sighed, "They are all true, but not like I forced those ladies to sleep with me, they are the ones who throw themselves at me, and at a certain point, I'm a man, so I couldn't control and gave in to the temptation."

Yu Mei, her eyes widening slightly, was silent for a moment. She took in his confession, the weight of his words hanging heavy in the air. "So, you're telling me that you've... done with those... women who throws themselves on you?" she asked, her voice barely a whisper.

The Holy Son nodded; his gaze fixed on the ground. "I have. I've been foolish, I know."

Yu Mei's heart pounded in her chest. A strange mix of emotions surged through her - disgust, pity, and a strange sort of fascination. "And you expect me to... understand?" she asked, her voice laced with disbelief.

Yu Mei's heart ached with a strange mix of pity and understanding. She had encountered men who had abused their power, men who had taken advantage of women without a second thought.

In contrast, the Holy Son's confession, while shocking, revealed a man who had been tempted, a man who had fallen prey to his desires.

"I don't expect understanding," he replied, looking up at her, his eyes filled with a raw honesty. "But I hope you know how it can be for a man to control his desires. still I'm trying to change, to be a better person."

Yu Mei's lips parted, but no words came out. She was caught in a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Part of her wanted to condemn him, to berate him for his actions. But another part of her was strangely drawn to his vulnerability, his willingness to admit his mistakes.

"I don't know what to say," she finally managed to utter. "This is a lot to take in."

The Holy Son nodded, understanding the weight of his confession. "You know, when women throw themselves at me, I try to ignore them as much as possible, but I'm weak to temptation."

A long silence followed. Yu Mei broke it, her voice soft and hesitant. "Why are you telling me all this? Why do you trust me with such a personal secret?"

"I don't know but when I saw you, I saw someone who can take me out of this dirt" he replied simply. "You've shown me kindness and understanding. I hope you can continue to do so."

Yu Mei's heart softened. She could see the sincerity in his eyes, the genuine remorse he felt. "why is that," she said, her voice barely audible. "I don't think we had any conversation where you can have those thoughts."

Holy son's voice barely audible, "I don't know, I just felt that maybe you can help me so I came to you."