A tranquil atmosphere settled in the snug little attic.
Lu Huan’s slender lips parted. “You can just take a bite.”
“…” Yu Baihan glanced at him. The tone suggested there was something hidden.
Moistening his lips, Yu Baihan shifted his gaze back to the cake lying in wait and asked Lu Huan with humility, “So, where do you suggest I begin?”
Lu Huan extended his hand, pointing at the radish head.
An ambush was set here… Yu Baihan took a slight breath, buried his head, and started nibbling at the spot indicated by Lu Huan.
Not only was his mind hollowed out, but apparently, so was the cake…
The cake was delightful.
The cream was light and sweet, and the cake itself was fluffy and soft.
After a couple of mouthfuls, Yu Bahani bit into something hard with a “click.”
He looked up at Lu Huan, radish cake in his mouth.
Lu Huan lowered his eyes, ears reddening, and met his gaze with a hint of embarrassment.
He sighed lightly, “I almost ascended to Nirvana.”
“……”
Lu Huan raised his hand to wipe the cream from the corner of Yu Baihan’s mouth and redirected the conversation, “Take a look at the gift.”
Ah~ the gift.
Yu Baihan swiftly changed the topic, eagerly lowering his head to retrieve the solid object with a corner peeking out from the cake.
As the object emerged, it revealed a smooth and compact electronic card.
Buried in the cake, free of cream, Yu Baihan could clearly read the words on it: [Jungui Garden].
He paused for a moment.
This was an upscale neighborhood closest to C University.
“This is the elevator access card.” Lu Huan’s voice came from the side. “Since you’ll be going to school, and… I can also live here; it’ll be more convenient.”
Examining the access card in his hand, Yu Baihan’s heart surged.
He turned to gaze at Lu Huan, a hint of redness in his ears, his meticulous eyes studying his expression.
Yu Baihan set down the cake, hooked his hand around Lu Huan’s shoulder, and leaned in, saying, “I was wondering why our little Lu was acting like a puppy on results day… so it was for this.”
“Hmm.” Lu Huan held onto his waist, his gaze lowering as he inquired, “Is it okay?”
Yu Baihan looked at him and teasingly asked, “Is that the reason you want to live with Baihan?”
Lu Huan’s throat moved. “Isn’t it acceptable?”
Seduced by Lu Huan’s appearance, Yu Baihan couldn’t resist the temptation of the straps brushing against him. Tiptoeing, he kissed Lu Huan on the lips, responding with excitement and enthusiasm, “Perfect…”
The sweet taste of cake lingered on their lips.
Ambiguous starlight and clusters of flowers surrounded them. Lu Huan held his waist, and their breaths became disordered.
Yu Baihan’s hand suddenly tugged at Lu Huan’s while their lips and tongues were entwined.
Something seemed to be present beneath the thin fabric. Lu Huan’s eyelashes fluttered, and he opened his eyes, turning slightly to gaze at the blushing Yu Baihan.
Opening his eyelashes, Yu Baihan pursed his ruddy lips and traced Lu Huan’s palm with his fingers.
Delicate tulle lace straps adorned them, crossing from the neckline down to the waist. Because they were snug, faint red marks appeared.
Flushed, Lu Huan’s hands trembled.
He once again leaned against the table, breathing tremulously, before diving into a deep kiss.
The glass windows in the cozy attic framed a serene and profound night. The warm light flickered within, accompanied by the robust fragrance of flowers, mingled with the sweet and rich aroma of cakes.
After a brief moment of passionate kissing, Yu Baihan abruptly paused, touching Lu Huan’s shoulder. Lu Huan withdrew slightly, gazing at him, and asked in a hoarse voice, “What’s the matter?”
“There’s still cake to be eaten.”
Yu Baihan, with a warm expression, met Lu Huan’s deep eyes, then turned his head, extracting a slice of cake with cream. “I want to have some.”
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Despite it not being the weekend, Lu Huan was still at home when Yu Baihan woke up. Seeing him open his eyes, Lu Huan handed him a glass of water from the bedside and fed it to him, asking, “Feeling alright?”
Yu Baihan hummed and tugged at Lu Huan’s sleeve to sit up.
Lu Huan, with his long arms wrapped around Yu Baihan’s waist, lifted him up, leaning on his shoulder. This angle revealed the marks on Yu Baihan’s neck.
Running his fingertips over the neckline, Lu Huan’s face turned red as memories flooded back. “You tied it too tightly.”
Unabashed, Yu Baihan picked up his clothes, examined them, and ran his fingertips over the marks. “It’s fine, it doesn’t hurt.” Turning to Lu Huan, he added, “Besides, you really seem to like it…”
Lu Huan, blushing, pulled off Yu Baihan’s clothes and leaned in to silence him.
“Alright…”
When Yu Baihan was rendered speechless by the kiss, Lu Huan pulled away slightly and said, “Get up and let’s eat. Can you manage that?”
Yu Baihan hesitated for a moment. “Who do you think you’re underestimating?”
Lu Huan soothingly lifted the stubborn Yu Baihan out of bed. “Let’s go.”
The two headed downstairs to have their breakfast.
On their way back to the room, Yu Baihan checked his social media.
Opening Moments, he was taken aback by Wen Lou’s [Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo…] status, which filled the entire screen!
He turned to Lu Huan and patted him, asking, “What’s going on with him?”
Lu Huan glanced at the screen and a subtle smile appeared on his lips.
Yu Baihan raised an eyebrow.
Lu Huan said, “Keep scrolling down.”
With a swipe of Yu Baihan’s finger, he scrolled past the endless “Woooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo”.
Next to it were Qi Jue, Yang Xinyuan, and others, all with full screens of [hahahahaha…] accompanied by pictures.
In the images, a TV tower with lights could be faintly discerned. A premonition suddenly dawned on Yu Baihan.
He clicked on the picture and saw the initial characters on the TV tower:
[C circle eldest son, Young Master Wen XXX…]
“Young master?”
“The light group is bugged, and the point below the word Tai is not lit.”
“……”
Yu Baihan remained silent for a moment, then sighed, “So, overnight, Wen Lou became the talk of the entire C circle?”
Lu Huan chuckled, “Indeed.”
Yu Baihan shuddered at the thought: Luckily, he had the foresight not to let Lu Huan correct those misleading posts.
If it were the complete “Lu Huan love Baihan”,
and the dot on the word “love” didn’t light up… Hiss!
Yu Baihan swiftly set aside his scattered thoughts and proceeded to commend Qi Jue and the others individually by tapping his fingers. “Wen Lou is always reliable.”
Anything that passes through his hands is destined to be a mess.
Lu Huan followed suit, “Always believe.”
…
After witnessing the commotion, the two returned to their rooms.
Yu Baihan recalled the gift Lu Huan had given him the previous day, so he looked around and asked, “Where are the bow and key cards?”
“The bow and arrow are in the attic.”
Following Lu Huan’s guidance, he retrieved the key card from the bedside table drawer and handed it to Yu Baihan, saying, “I took the key card.”
“Oh~” Yu Baihan fondly pinched the key card, then went to the desk, turned on the computer, and examined the surroundings and apartment layout of Jungui Garden.
Lu Huan stood behind him, patiently waiting for the inspection.
As the webpage unfolded, Yu Baihan browsed through the details:
Jungui Garden is just two stops away from the south gate of C University. It is an upscale community with excellent environmental conditions and top-notch amenities.
The house Lu Huan purchased is a duplex, consisting of two floors.
The elevator system follows a one-elevator, one-family setup, requiring an access control card for entry. This ensures high levels of security and privacy.
The more Yu Baihan explored, the more he liked what he saw.
In fact, during the last gathering at home, Yang Xinyuan had conceptualized this plan for him. He had been deeply moved at the time, but Lu Huan was away answering a phone call and didn’t hear about it.
Additionally, since Lu Huan had been living in the Lu residence and he could only stay at the school, Yu Baihan’s emotional moment had been brief.
Unexpectedly, Little Lu, who could read his heart, secretly arranged it for him!
“How does it look?” Lu Huan’s voice came from behind.
Yu Baihan turned around and pulled him down, taking a few playful bites, “It’s excellent~ Has it been renovated? When can we move in?”
“……”
Lu Huan pinched his cheek, “We will move in after you start school. The house has been finished, but the furniture hasn’t been purchased yet. It depends on your preferred style.”
Yu Baihan’s mouth was pinched into a smile, and he couldn’t wait to share his thoughts, “I’ll go on a short trip to explore the place, and then we can choose the furniture together.” =3=
Lu Huan released his hand, and a subtle smile graced his lips, “Sure.”
—
In the last couple of days, following the release of the results for the postgraduate entrance examination, the overall rankings of the applied schools were also disclosed. Xue Qin took the initiative to call and congratulate Yu Baihan.
Expressing his gratitude, Yu Baihan thanked Xue Qin. After concluding the call, he nudged Lu Huan, remarking, “Didn’t we visit Jiuyun Mountain to burn incense before the exam? Shouldn’t we head there to make a wish now?”
“Agreed,” replied Lu Huan, flipping through their schedule. “Let’s go this weekend.”
Come the weekend, the duo revisited Jiuyun Mountain. Given the season, there were fewer visitors, rendering the temple quieter and more profound compared to their previous visit.
Yu Baihan fulfilled his wish, strolling around the temple with Lu Huan. Eventually, they exited the mountain gate, following the same path they had taken down the mountain before.
The steps of Qingshi Mountain were narrow and steep. Led by Lu Huan, Yu Baihan descended the mountain. As they neared the mountain gate, memories of the “encounter” with remnants on their previous visit flashed in his mind.
Realizing he hadn’t heard any updates about Yu Nian lately, Yu Baihan inquired, “What has the Si family been up to recently?”
Lu Huan’s descent paused, and he furrowed his brows. “No significant movements.”
Perplexed, Yu Baihan questioned, “Really? They’re being unusually quiet?”
“They’ll be up to no good,” Lu Huan responded. “It’s the end of the year, the perfect time to settle old scores.”
Turning to face Yu Baihan, his profile remained calm. Deep eyes reflected distant mountains and lush forests, with a hint of coldness under the glow of surrounding green lanterns and incense.
Yu Baihan, holding Lu Huan’s hand, urged, “Don’t look into the distance on these steep steps. Keep your eyes on the path.”
“…” Lu Huan chuckled and glanced down at the stone steps. “Oh.”
…
Following their return from Jiuyun Mountain, Lu Huan swiftly initiated an investigation into the Si family.
During the previous collaboration between the Huo family and the He family, there was still some restraint, and they didn’t exert excessive pressure. However, under Lu Huan’s leadership, they now openly and covertly engaged in a thorough investigation, employing a two-pronged approach and executing a decisive move.
The Lu family, experiencing rapid growth, had swiftly ascended. After absorbing a significant portion of the Si family’s ancestral business, they subtly aimed for the top position in the entire southwestern business realm.
Lu Huan’s recent actions quickly made headlines in the financial news, creating a significant stir.
The tension outside was palpable, and even the atmosphere at home became more strained than usual.
While Yu Baihan relaxed on the terrace, casually watching a “furniture decoration” video, he occasionally encountered a fellow passing by outside the courtyard.
Their eyes met, and both were visibly surprised. The passerby couldn’t contain himself and discreetly handed Yu Baihan a few packets of biscuits before hurrying away.
Yu Baihan: …
The Si family was apparently facing hardships, unable to afford even basic sustenance. Why were they secretly providing him with biscuits?
Shaking his head without delving too deeply into the thought, Yu Baihan tore open a package of the offered biscuits from his brother and began to snack.
Surprisingly, they were quite crispy.
…
During this period, Yu Baihan had been indulging in watching numerous home decoration videos. Originally, he intended to visit Jungui Garden with Lu Huan to explore their new home, but Lu Huan’s busy schedule, particularly with matters concerning the Si family, hindered any plans.
Growing impatient, Yu Baihan decided to take a look himself. When he mentioned his intention, Lu Huan, after a brief contemplation, suggested, “Ask Hua Wu to take you there and let me know when you arrive.”
Eagerly, Yu Baihan agreed, “I got it.”
The next afternoon, he called Hua Wu, who sat behind the steering wheel, clueless about their destination. “Are we heading to C University, young master?”
“Yes, almost,” replied Yu Baihan as he checked his phone’s address. “To Jungui Garden at the south gate of C University.”
Jungui Garden was a renowned upscale community.
Hua Wu’s body shook, nearly hitting the brakes. Regaining composure, he glanced at Yu Baihan through the rearview mirror. “Are we going to Jungui Garden to buy a house?”
Yu Baihan nonchalantly responded while scrolling through his phone, “I’ve already bought it.”
It was a birthday gift from Lu Huan.
Hua Wu’s hands trembled on the steering wheel, and he forced his gaze back to the road. “…Oh.”
The private car steadily approached the south gate of University C.
Upon reaching Jungui Garden, Yu Baihan led Hua Wu through the tranquil and elegant neighborhood. They took the elevator upstairs and located his designated unit.
The smart door lock recognized him, and after pressing the handle, he pushed the door open.
The entrance featured a small foyer, leading to a spacious and bright living room with floor-to-ceiling windows on one side, a staircase facing the entrance, and the dining-kitchen on the other.
The interior decor predominantly sported a light smog blue, accented with subtle touches of light gold and azure blue.
It was understated yet luxurious, perfectly aligning with Yu Baihan’s aesthetic.
Satisfied, he sent a message to Lu Huan and then explored the rooms.
Lu Huan had mentioned that after moving in, they could hire a part-time worker instead of bringing along servants and Uncle Feng.
Yu Baihan contemplated with a wry smile—fine, he could manage without the entourage.
The space had indeed become smaller, making it inconvenient to have outsiders around, especially considering the layout from the sofa near the floor-to-ceiling windows, the staircase corridor, to the route leading to the bedroom bathtub.
Moreover, the lack of sound insulation between floors would affect his display.
Moving back to the front, Yu Baihan, with Hua Wu following, contemplated, “Young master, are you planning to move here?”
Looking around, he confirmed, “Yes.”
“Is this your decision, or sir…”
“We decided together.”
Hua Wu fell silent. “Understood.”
This house cost a considerable amount, and most of it was purchased by Lu Huan. Well…
Glancing around the empty space, he remained silent for a moment before sending a message on his phone.
Twenty minutes later, Yu Baihan had a rough idea of the layout and decided to head back home.
Calling Hua Wu, he said, “Let’s go back.”
“Okay,” responded Hua Wu, following a couple of steps before abruptly stopping. “Young Master.”
Yu Baihan turned, asking, “What’s wrong?”
“We’ve discussed it.”
Hua Wu composed himself and looked over carefully. “We have thirty brothers, and there are exactly thirty days in January. We plan to take turns visiting you every day.”
“…?” Yu Baihan was so startled he nearly dropped his phone. He looked at Hua Wu in shock. “What do you mean… Every day, a brother takes turns?”
In the two-person world of him and Lu Huan, so many brothers needed to pass by every day?
🤣🤣 Do they think he’s being sent to the cold palace???
I don’t think Hua Wu realizes Yu Baihan is not in fact being domestically abused…
💖💖💖💖
I know it’s not important but…. January has 31 days
At least Lu Huan will get 1 day out of the month lol