Dressed as a Shady Villain’s Marriage PartnerCh31 - Branding Center

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Yu Baihan was about to reach for the silk scarf when Lu Huan gently tugged it away. pdUHb1

Undeterred, he hooked the silk scarf again and started to pull it down.

Yu Baihan lowered his head quizzically, a silent question mark hovering over his expression.

Story translated by Chrysanthemum Garden.

Lu Huan, however, refused to relinquish the hand clutching the back of Yu Baihan’s neck. With his free hand, he took a firm grip on the silk scarf and removed it.

Yu Baihan’s internal monologue read: “Why didn’t he just let me remove it myself?” 5hMuwR

Unfazed by Yu Baihan’s internal confusion, Lu Huan didn’t release the hold on the hand around his neck. Instead, he used his other hand to rip the silk scarf from his eyes and fling it aside.

Yu Baihan was gently pulled away from Lu Huan’s chest. He had been about to inquire when he suddenly felt Lu Huan’s knee rise up and make unexpected contact with him. This sudden maneuver caused Lu Huan’s breath to hitch, and his grip on Yu Baihan’s hand grew firmer.

Sensing Lu Huan’s reaction, Yu Baihan decided it was best to keep quiet.

It struck him that Lu Huan…?

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He raised his head, and his eyes landed on Lu Huan’s face. There, he saw a blend of intense emotions in the form of dark and crimson shades.

The fusion of coldness and desire created an alluring allure.

Yu Baihan, taken aback, blushed and reached out to grip Lu Huan’s shoulders.

Why was Student Lu so bashful? t21YqA

Between a husband and wife, what needed to be concealed?

“Student Lu, don’t be shy…”

“Si Baihan!” Lu Huan’s chest rose and fell twice.

With a cautious expression, Yu Baihan continued holding Lu Huan’s shoulders. After staring at him for a few seconds, Yu Baihan found himself feeling inexplicably anxious due to Lu Huan’s intense gaze. Just as he was retracting his fingers, a sudden burst of strength overtook him. DUSBG3

With a soft sound, Yu Baihan found himself suddenly flipped onto his back, his head sinking into the softness of the bed.

Lu Huan leaned in, his body pressing against Yu Baihan’s from top to bottom, effectively trapping him between the mattress and his strong arms.

A massive shadow suddenly loomed over Yu Baihan’s vision. The powerful presence made his heart race, and his fingers instinctively tightened around Lu Huan’s collar.

Lu Huan’s furrowed brow showed his displeasure as he gazed down at him, a frown marring his handsome features. “Si Baihan, do you not see me as a man?” he questioned with a deep intensity in his eyes. svDWT5

Yu Baihan, trapped beneath him, felt his face flush hot. What on earth was he talking about? Clearly, he saw Lu Huan as an experienced individual.

His lips parted slightly as if to offer a response, but before he could utter a word, Lu Huan abruptly descended from above—

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Yu Baihan inhaled sharply and shut his eyes.

In the following moment, pain shot through his shoulder socket, prompting him to let out a pained exclamation, “Uh!” 5MZ1o7

He opened his eyes and discovered that Lu Huan’s firm shoulder was what he had instinctively clung to. Lu Huan was now biting into the side of his neck with a potent mix of aggression and hostility, though he eventually reigned in the force. Lu Huan’s dry lips then made contact with the skin, and his slightly ragged breath filled the space between Yu Baihan’s shoulder blades.

Yu Baihan stared at the ceiling above, his breathing erratic. It felt as if a wolf had seized him by the neck. His hands unconsciously tightened around Lu Huan’s collar, and Adam’s apple bobbed as he managed to say, “That hurts.”

The metaphorical wolf finally released its grip.

Lu Huan straightened up, gazing down at Yu Baihan. His ink-black eyes held something that was on the brink of breaking free, yet it remained tethered by some unseen restraint. 9FIH34

Before Yu Baihan could inquire, Lu Huan raised a hand and traced the side of his neck with his fingertips, brushing against the bite mark. His voice remained hoarse as he murmured, “I’ll make sure you remember this a bit longer.”

With those words, he turned and made his way to the bathroom, slamming the door shut behind him. The sound of running water soon filled the room.

Lying on the bed, Yu Baihan extended his hand to touch the area where he had been bitten. The deep tooth marks were still imprinted there.

His face remained flushed. 05ZJ4d

After a while, he pulled the quilt over his head and buried his face in it.

Oh, so fierce.

After more than half an hour, Lu Huan emerged from the bathroom, his body enveloped in a gentle aura of air conditioning. DN9QVF

Yu Baihan also rose from the bed, heading into the bathroom for a brief shower. Upon returning to the room, he found Lu Huan standing by the floor-to-ceiling window, already changed into fresh attire.

Another suit lay at the end of the bed, precisely matching his style and size.

With a hint of surprise, Yu Baihan approached, shedding his clothes, and glanced at Lu Huan, quipping, “Doraemon?”

Lu Huan, his gaze lifting from the window, responded, “I had Fan Lin deliver it.” 2VWM0

His dark eyes remained deeply mysterious. He observed Yu Baihan subconsciously touch the side of his neck and turn his head away shyly, murmuring, “Oh…”

“Is it still hurting?” Lu Huan inquired.

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Yu Baihan momentarily paused in the middle of changing his clothes, cautiously watching for any bossy and suggestive phrases that might come next, such as, “Remember, I’m the one who inflicted that pain.”

“Is it painful? There will be more pain in the future.” XiSA7L

And then, he would undoubtedly pounce on Lu Huan, biting him until he woke up.

However, two seconds later, to his relief, Lu Huan issued a seemingly normal suggestion, though it bore a hint of peculiarity, “Go and recite a few pages of vocabulary to distract yourself.”

Yu Baihan responded with a nod, feeling a touch of gratitude for this unusual yet appropriate piece of advice from Senior Lu. “You’ve guided me well, Senior Lu.”

Lu Huan remained in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, hands casually in his pockets, and his unfathomable gaze locked onto Yu Baihan, a faint tug of his lips marking his expression.
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Upon returning home from the hotel, the mark still lingered on Yu Baihan’s neck.

Outside the restaurant, Uncle Feng greeted the two with a vigorous cough as he spotted the mark. He then promptly turned on his heels and retreated into the kitchen.

At lunchtime, the table was adorned with an array of light and nourishing dishes.

Yu Baihan found himself in a familiar scenario. NSsmBo

Lu Huan directed a deep gaze towards Uncle Feng.

The elderly butler stood by the side, wearing a polite smile.

Lu Huan took a deep breath, lifted his chopsticks, and urged Yu Baihan, “Let’s eat.”

After the meal, the two of them ascended the stairs together. qIRWYG

Yu Baihan was browsing his phone as they walked, but he heard Lu Huan’s gentle voice beside him, “Are you reading to distract yourself?”

He grinned sheepishly, feeling a bit embarrassed about it. He turned his phone sideways, offering the screen to Lu Huan, “There’s a final lecture by Dean Xue this afternoon, and I thought I’d show my support.”

Lu Huan glanced at the screen, responding with an indifferent “Oh.”

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Taking this moment to freshen up, Yu Baihan swiftly returned to his room. On his shoulder, the bite marks had left faint bruises. Although not particularly deep, they were unmistakable at first glance. ncPbRf

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A rosy blush graced his cheeks as he recalled the morning’s playful bite from Lu Huan. rFM wj

At that moment, it was as if he had glimpsed a caged beast, now released.

With a bashful smile, he gently rubbed his flushed face.

Oh, how much he enjoyed it.

And more such moments were yet to come. 6B0zxe

He changed into fresh clothes, ready to head out.

As he passed by the door to Lu Huan’s room, it swung open suddenly. Yu Baihan halted and turned towards the now-open door, finding himself face-to-face with Lu Huan.

Lu Huan had his laptop in one hand, apparently on his way to the study. Observing Yu Baihan’s change of clothes, he remarked, “Don’t you think it’s a bit too tight?” 8KsChu

Yu Baihan’s eyes widened in mock surprise, his hand tapping the side of his neck, then mimicking a playful tap on Lu Huan’s chest. “You can’t have your mark hanging around either.”

Lu Huan remained silent for a moment, his gaze shifting to Yu Baihan’s neck. After a few seconds, he moved aside to make way for Yu Baihan to pass, his throat subtly moving. “Well, off you go.”

Yu Baihan graciously decided not to press the matter any further. He turned around and descended the stairs.

In the afternoon, he headed to the lecture hall for Xue Qin’s final lecture. He selected a front-row seat. qnL2aA

The summer afternoon was sweltering, and the lecture hall, although spacious, had windows on only one side for ventilation. The lone air conditioner struggled to cool the room.

Yu Baihan hadn’t been sitting for long when he felt drenched in sweat, his face reddening, and perspiration trickling down his forehead.

Xue Qin, standing at the podium, cast a glance in his direction, causing him to pause mid-sentence.

Once the lecture concluded, Xue Qin promptly led Yu Baihan to a cooler spot near the air conditioner. “Why are you dressed so tightly? I was worried you might get a heatstroke down there.” nRZGEX

Yu Baihan found it hard to explain, so he offered a casual response, “It helps the knowledge ferment within me.”

Xue Qin blinked, hesitated to speak, then decided against it.

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As Yu Baihan basked in the refreshing cool air, he could have sworn he saw an expression on Xue Qin’s usually composed face that seemed to say, “What nonsense is this?”

Yu Baihan tugged at his collar, attributing this strange thought to the scorching heat. k2fg3B

Fortunately, the bite marks on the side of his neck gradually faded away within two days.

Yu Baihan reverted to wearing cooler clothes.

C University had entered its summer vacation period, and the Archery Club was planning to host an end-of-year dinner. rTo6d1

Yu Baihan had a close relationship with most of the club members, and He Yue was quite familiar with him, so he invited him to attend.

The invitation came on a Monday night.

He Yue suggested, “We can bring family members along. Could you ask your senior, Lu, if he would like to join us?”

Yu Baihan agreed, saying, “I’ll ask him.” HNbuCh

He ended the call and went to the master bedroom to find Lu Huan. After knocking lightly twice, he peered into the room and said, “Senior Lu.”

Lu Huan was seated at a small table in the bedroom. He acknowledged the intrusion with a glance, then lowered his head to continue reading. “What’s the matter?”

Yu Baihan entered and delivered the invitation, “The Archery Club is organizing a dinner the day after tomorrow, and I’m able to bring my family. Would you like to come with me?”

The room fell silent for a moment, and then Lu Huan replied, “No.” lPzoqG

Yu Baihan wondered, “Are you concerned about not fitting in?”

Lu Huan sneered, raising his eyes to meet Yu Baihan’s gaze. He responded slowly, “Not at all. We’re all a family created by Baihan, so there’s no room for exclusion.”

Yu Baihan chuckled shyly, “Senior Lu, you’ve gotten quite skilled at accepting it.”

He then inquired, “So why don’t you want to go?” 4Z8jCI

“They wouldn’t feel comfortable if I attended,” Lu Huan explained, “Besides, I’ll be going on a business trip tomorrow.”

“Huh? I didn’t hear about that. Where are you headed for work?”

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“Country F, it’s a private banquet with our partner. I’ll be gone for three days.”

Yu Baihan stared at Lu Huan, who was sitting at the table, for a moment. When Lu Huan met his gaze, Yu Baihan cupped his handsome face in his hands and, under the scrutiny of the other, admired his features. “Country F is known for its warmth and romance. Do you think someone might be captivated by you and strike up a conversation with you?” YSCmtg

Particularly individuals with an eye for fine aesthetics.

He spoke without a trace of mockery, and Lu Huan realized he had improved his ability to compliment without even noticing it.

Lu Huan tugged at the corner of his lips and removed Yu Baihan’s hands from his face. “No.”

Yu Baihan stared at him intently for a few seconds. j iXrD

Lu Huan raised an eyebrow. “Speak your mind.”

Yu Baihan leaned closer, his voice infused with seduction. “I’ll give you a hickey as well.”

Reciprocity.

Lu Huan frowned and leaned back slightly. “Not necessary.” TQdWq

He slid down his chair and leaned against the wall behind him. When Yu Baihan noticed that Lu Huan had no escape route, his eyes gleamed with excitement.

He extended his hand and lifted Lu Huan’s chin beneath the latter’s unwavering gaze. “You got to taste me, and I’ll give you a taste of my ‘brand’.”

Lu Huan, “…”

Lu Huan couldn’t help but interject, “Choose your words more carefully.” r XLop

But Yu Baihan was persistent, still insisting, “Let me leave my mark.”

The two remained locked in a standoff for a while. Yu Baihan, sitting smoothly on the chair, began to gradually shift his weight back.

Lu Huan took a deep breath, pinched his brow, and finally relented, lifting his hand and closing his eyes in resignation. “Fine, go ahead.”

Yu Baihan’s eyes lit up, and he immediately gripped Lu Huan’s shoulder and leaned in obediently. SqOBKm

Lu Huan placed his hands on the sides of the chair and tilted his neck slightly. Yu Baihan, eager to proceed, lowered his head, and his warm breath cascaded over Lu Huan’s neck, his hands on either side poised to strike.

From above, Lu Huan’s voice reached him, “You have three seconds.”

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“Right away, right away.” Yu Baihan located the right spot on Lu Huan’s neck and was about to bite down when he noticed the prominent Adam’s apple from the side.

He paused, shifting his gaze towards Lu Huan’s Adam’s apple. lFRNv

The hand on the side of his chair tightened abruptly.

“Si Baihan.”

Yu Baihan blinked, his Adam’s apple bobbing up and down. It was tough to maintain composure, so he extended his hand to pat Lu Huan’s arm and muttered, “Don’t move.”

“…” UtTP4d

Sensing that Lu Huan remained still, Yu Baihan eventually opened his mouth and sank his teeth into the skin, marking his territory.

A hand rested on his waist, gently but firmly.

Yu Baihan exerted a bit more pressure, not releasing his bite until he was certain the mark was deep enough. He raised his eyes to meet Lu Huan’s intense gaze, offering consolation, “It might sting a bit, but it’ll fade quickly if it’s not too deep.”

The hand at his side finally eased its grip. gf7Qrn

Lu Huan gazed at him for a few moments, then rose from his seat and headed for the bathroom. Yu Baihan, however, followed him with enthusiasm. They were both eager to see the results of their endeavor.

Inside the bathroom, Lu Huan stared at the circle of tooth marks on his Adam’s apple in the mirror. The deep red circle encompassed his entire Adam’s apple, giving it an intriguing appearance.

He swallowed and watched as his Adam’s apple first slid out of the ring of tooth marks, then returned smoothly.

Yu Baihan couldn’t contain himself and burst out laughing. “Haha! It’s like a game of ping pong!” nE kiN

Lu Huan glared at him through the mirror, his words dripping with sarcasm. “Si Baihan, is this amusing to you?”

“Come on, do it again.”

“….”

Lu Huan reluctantly moved his Adam’s apple once more. QdLaj

Yu Baihan chuckled mischievously. “Hehehehe…”

With a skilled hand on the nape of Lu Huan’s neck, he scooped him up and carried him out of the bathroom and away from the master bedroom. Lu Huan stood in the doorway, casting a meaningful glance at Yu Baihan before slamming the door shut with a loud “bang!”

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The following morning, Lu Huan departed by plane. OasZPn

After Yu Baihan woke up and discovered the master bedroom empty, he sent a message to Lu Huan.

[Yu Er]: Make sure to check in safely! [Radish emoji.jpg]

After sending the message, he couldn’t help but chuckle again as he recalled the ring of teeth marks.

Summer vacation had just begun at the university, so Yu Baihan had no classes to attend. He spent his time reading and enjoying meals at home, and in the afternoon, he finally received a reply from Lu Huan. 6c4dwl

[Fish]: We’ve landed.

[Yu Er]: Are the tooth marks still visible?

[Fish]: Hehe.

Yu Baihan understood; it seemed that the marks were still deeply imprinted. hsWIDa

He set aside his phone and continued to study contentedly.

The Archery Club’s dinner was scheduled for noon the following day, and He Yue sent Yu Baihan an address, instructing him to go there directly.

The next day, Hua Wu drove Yu Baihan to the venue. YH4dMq

The chosen location for the dinner was a trendy barbecue restaurant well-known online. Several branches of this chain had sprouted in City C, and their business was thriving.

He Yue had pre-ordered several set meals, ensuring there would be enough for the dozen members attending.

When Yu Baihan arrived, some members were still missing. He took a picture of the restaurant and sent it to Lu Huan.

[Yu Er]: I’m at the dinner party. [picture] kel cS

[Yu Er]: This place has been quite popular lately; have you heard of it? [Link—Share Store]

It was likely still early in the morning at Lu Huan’s location, so there was no immediate response.

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Yu Baihan put away his phone and engaged in conversations with the other members while they waited.

After a while, everyone had arrived. However, the restaurant was still bustling with customers, and they would need to wait for a few tables. PxFeuq

He Yue went to the front desk to inquire about the reservation and returned, a slight frown on her face. “There are too many customers, and the front desk mentioned that many dishes from the set meal are no longer available. They suggested we switch to another branch; luckily, it’s a chain restaurant, and there’s one on Qingjiang Road which isn’t too far.”

Yu Baihan didn’t mind the change, and the others agreed. So, they called for taxis and headed to another branch.

The Qingjiang Road branch wasn’t located in a commercial district, which meant fewer patrons and a complete menu.

Once they were seated, the set meals quickly made their way to the table. EY3nOv

Yu Baihan and He Yue sat side by side, chatting while grilling meat.

He Yue inquired, “Where’s Lu Huan?”

Yu Baihan flipped over a slice of beef and replied, “He’s on a business trip to country F.”

As the succulent beef sizzled away, he picked up his phone to snap a few pictures and share them with Lu Huan. qQG5Mc

Seeing this, He Yue couldn’t help but click her tongue in amusement. “He’s joining us virtually.”

Yu Baihan smiled, “This way, his 24 hours can be as productive as 48 hours~”

He Yue playfully clanged her chopsticks together, producing a gleeful “quack” sound.

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They enjoyed dinner together as a group, relishing the experience of grilling meat and playing games simultaneously.

Yu Baihan found himself engrossed in a mobile party game he had downloaded. He even got Yu Baihan to install the same game to join in the fun.

However, Yu Baihan hadn’t charged his phone the previous night and had only 50% battery left when he left the house. He started by taking numerous photos of Lu Huan and then indulged in gaming for over an hour. Midway through the game, his phone abruptly shut down.

Yu Baihan sighed in frustration, prompting He Yue to comfort him, “Forget it, just focus on enjoying the meat.” Qky4g8

With no power bank available in the restaurant, Yu Baihan reluctantly abandoned the idea. He set his phone aside, planning to find a power bank nearby after they finished eating.

It took them more than two hours to savor their barbecue meal. As they concluded their gathering, Yu Baihan was about to rise from his seat when he overheard He Yue exclaim, “Oh my God!”

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He Yue looked at her phone with evident alarm. “There was a small fire at the branch we initially considered going to. The casualties and the cause of the fire are still unknown. Thank goodness we switched to another location!”

A collective sense of shock and relief swept through the group. Yu Baihan’s heart skipped a beat as he glanced at He Yue’s phone displaying the news, which seemed to have been pushed from their city about half an hour ago. TdNnEp

And then, it hit him:

Had he sent Lu Huan the link to the original restaurant without informing anyone about the change of location?

Yu Baihan swiftly turned to He Yue and urged, “Come with me to find a power bank outside.”

Even though Lu Huan might not have noticed the change, it was better to be safe and inform him. He Yue agreed, saying, “Sure, let’s go.” 7hjm6N

The two exited the barbecue restaurant and walked approximately 400 meters before locating a place to rent a power bank. He Yue scanned one for him, Yu Baihan plugged in his phone, and it took two minutes for it to reboot.

As soon as the phone powered up, dozens of messages flooded in!

Yu Baihan was taken aback.

He Yue exclaimed, “Oh, damn!” E7KQ3N

Yu Baihan quickly opened the messages. The initial ones were from Lu Huan, a series of messages and missed calls, followed by calls from Qin Lun and Hua Wu. Evidently, since Lu Huan couldn’t reach him, he contacted Qin Lun and the others.

[Fish]: Where are you?

[Fish]: [Missed call]

Yu Baihan immediately returned Lu Huan’s call, but he dialed three times in a row, and each time the phone was switched off. vIie6U

Yu Baihan wondered, “Could Lu Huan have been so frantic that he drained his phone battery?”

He Yue, who had just recovered from the barrage of calls, reasoned, “…No, that doesn’t sound like him.”

Yu Baihan agreed, “You’re right.”

That wasn’t Lu Huan’s style; he wouldn’t be so hasty and inefficient. c7nW8K

Since he couldn’t reach Lu Huan at the moment, Yu Baihan decided to send a WeChat message to inform him of his safety.

He also responded to Hua Wu and Qin Lun’s messages.

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On the phone, Qin Lun sighed in relief and didn’t hold back his cursing, “You really know how to turn off your phone at the most inconvenient times!”

Even the usually reserved Hua Wu muttered a “damn” before asking Yu Baihan for his current location so he could come pick him up. fUEdlb

Yu Baihan acknowledged his wrongdoing and promptly sent an apology, along with his location.

After a satisfying meal, everything began to settle down.

Half an hour later, Hua Wu arrived in his car.

Yu Baihan bid farewell to the club members and took a seat in the back. Once inside the car, he felt Hua Wu’s scrutinizing gaze through the rearview mirror. Yu Baihan lowered his head and admitted, “I just ordered three power banks.” hfzQbK

This way, he would always have enough charge in the future.

Hua Wu didn’t say much, returning his attention to the road and starting the car.

As they headed towards Lu Huan’s house, Yu Baihan tried calling Lu Huan multiple times, but there was no answer. He asked Hua Wu, “Did Lu Huan say anything to you? He’s not picking up my calls.”

Hua Wu replied, “No, Sir. He just told us to find you and message him once we did. If you weren’t answering your phone, he figured you were busy with something.” eIDtQP

Yu Baihan couldn’t help but think that all their phones were turned off, but he didn’t press the matter further.

He glanced out of the car window at the passing streets, feeling an odd mix of anticipation and unease. Lu Huan couldn’t possibly be flying back from country F, could he?

Upon returning home, Yu Baihan decided to take a shower first. v9RHAr

Emerging from the bathroom, he noticed no new activity on WeChat. The last message he sent to Lu Huan, “unscathed,” remained unanswered.

This state of quietude persisted into the evening.

It was around eleven o’clock at night.

Typically, by this hour, Yu Baihan would have been sound asleep. However, given that he still hadn’t managed to reach Lu Huan, he sat downstairs in the living room and dialed his phone every half hour. twPUg5

Half an hour later, just as Yu Baihan was preparing to call Lu Huan again, his phone rang with an incoming voice call.

Caller ID: [Fish]

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Yu Baihan sat up, hastily picked up the phone, and exclaimed, “Lu Huan!”

The other end of the line was eerily silent, with only the sound of Lu Huan’s unsteady breathing audible. 7VXjie

Worriedly, Yu Baihan inquired, “Lu Huan, are you okay? Have you been abducted?”

After a few seconds, Lu Huan’s voice finally broke the silence, “Have you lost your mind?”

Yu Baihan breathed a sigh of relief. “Well, it appears you haven’t been kidnapped,” he said in a more relaxed tone. FuiavH

There was a faint, almost indecipherable chuckle from the other end. Yu Baihan couldn’t quite grasp its meaning, but he had a hunch that Lu Huan wasn’t in a bad mood.

He proceeded to ask, “Where are you? I’ve been trying to reach you.”

Lu Huan replied, “I was on a plane earlier.”

Yu Baihan’s breath hitched for a moment, his chest rising and falling like the tide. His speculations were practically confirmed, yet he inquired further, “Have you returned?” A4jRd8

“En route home.”

Yu Baihan slightly pinched the edge of his phone with his fingertips. “Alright then, I’ll wait for you.”

Lu Huan paused before responding, “Very well.”

It took roughly an hour to get from the airport to their residence in Luzhai. UApYmq

After receiving Lu Huan’s assurance, Yu Baihan felt relieved. He waited in the living room until the time drew near, eventually hearing sounds from the yard outside.

Ah, Mr. Lu has returned.

He rose from his seat and headed toward the entrance, swinging the door open. The light inside the foyer pierced through the darkness of the night, illuminating the short stone pathway leading to the door.

Lu Huan, standing two or three meters away, suddenly looked up. As he gazed at Yu Baihan, his eyes, dark and silent, conveyed a storm of emotions. BUXq81

In the quiet, obscure night, Lu Huan’s figure was distinct and clear. He stood at the doorstep, his tall silhouette a testament to the miles he had traversed, silently watching.

Standing at the entrance, Yu Baihan couldn’t help but feel a twinge of guilt when their eyes met.

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He once again explained what he had previously mentioned on WeChat, “My phone ran out of battery.”

Lu Huan, without expressing what he was thinking, simply observed him in silence. zk9dyn

Yu Baihan, wanting to mend any unintentional wrongs, donned an unusual and humble demeanor as he spoke, “But I’ve been waiting for you to come back, my Lord.”

For a brief moment, it seemed as if Lu Huan had closed his eyes in apparent resignation.

His Adam’s apple quivered.

It moved in the vicinity of the faint bite marks, which had come full circle to the center of the imprint left by Yu Baihan. sdLZbo

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  1. “Yu Baihan found himself engrossed in a mobile party game he had downloaded. He even got Yu Baihan to install the same game to join in the fun.” Repeated YBH’s name twice?

    Thanks for the chapters~

  2. Lu huan must’ve been so worried! He truly care for his wife~ their exchanging of hickeys was so cute too! Can’t wait for the moment they exchange kisses <333

  3. But what if he does see you as a man and is doing this on purpose? Why hasn’t it crossed your mind he is ok with this? We are all adults just ask for consent why make it hard for yourself?