Lu Huan returned late at night.
The moment Yu Baihan heard activity from the second bedroom, he rushed out without bothering to put on his shoes, pushing the door open anxiously, “Lu Huan—”
The door swung open, revealing Lu Huan and Fan Lin entering the corridor.
Yu Bai hesitated momentarily.
Lu Huan caught the sound and paused in his steps.
Fan Lin, still holding the tablet as if in the middle of a report, also turned his attention to Yu Baihan.
Barefoot, Yu Baihan stood at the entrance of the second bedroom.
There was a longing in his gaze, his slender white instep resting on the dark floor, with faintly visible blue blood vessels, appearing delicate and fragile.
Fan Lin’s pupils quivered, and he quickly shifted his gaze to Lu Huan beside him, noticing the furrowed eyebrows.
Unable to bear the tension, he spoke up, “Sir…”
“Go back for now,” Lu Huan instructed.
Fan Lin glanced at the hesitant Yu Baihan before lowering his head and swiftly retreating, saying, “Yes.”
He turned and descended the stairs.
…
Simultaneously, Lu Huan approached Yu Baihan, extending his hand to support the man’s waist. With determined steps, he carried him back into the house and gently laid him on the bed.
Frowning, Lu Huan asked, “Why are you running around barefoot again?”
Now that there were no outsiders, Yu Baihan immediately hooked Lu Huan’s shoulder impishly, swinging his legs, and joyfully exclaimed, “I can’t wait to welcome you back in triumph~”
Lu Huan’s brows relaxed, and the corners of his lips were slightly curved. “Yeah.”
Watching Lu Huan’s previously clouded eyes brighten at this moment, Yu Baihan could sense the relief in Lu Huan’s heart, and it made him happy as well.
That’s great; it solved my big problem…
Hurry up and get dry~
Hooking Lu Huan’s neck, he pulled him onto the bed, saying, “Isn’t it going to be so busy now?”
“Yeah,” Lu Huan replied, propping his hands on his side. Pulled by Yu Baihan, he knelt on the edge of the bed, lowering his head and exhaling, “There are still some follow-ups to be dealt with, but not much.”
Moistening his lower lip, Yu Baihan looked over expectantly. “Then…”
“What is this?” Lu Huan suddenly asked.
Shifting his gaze, he reached out to take the orange tropical fish pillow on the bed, squeezing it with his slender fingers.
“Oh,” Yu Baihan glanced over. “This is your replacement.”
“……？”
“During this time, you left Baihan very empty~ so I found a substitute Little Fish.”
Lu Huan fell silent for a moment, puzzled. “Why, is it a fish?”
Yu Baihan couldn’t find the reason for a moment as he opened his mouth, immediately issuing a playful accusation, “The point shouldn’t be ‘replacing’? How long have you been away from me? You can only let poor Baihan sleep alone with the doll in his arms?”
Lu Huan didn’t delve into it any further and touched his lips with his lowered eyes. “Yes.”
“Hmm, what?” Yu Baihan took the opportunity to say, “Since you’re not busy anymore, shouldn’t it be time to pick up your Radish back to the palace?”
Lu Huan’s lips gently rubbed against him, and the wet tip of his tongue pried open his lips. Despite his ambiguous and provocative actions, his words were quite restrained and serious, “There are three days left.”
“……”
Did Lu Huan tear up the calendar to count?
Yu Baihan was so kissed by him that the flames were already aroused, and he was very impatient to untie Lu Huan’s tie right now, “If you don’t want to come, I will help you first…”
A sleek tie wraps around his arm.
Lu Huan held his hands in his palm, tightening his fingers with a red face. “What will we do after three days?”
Yu Baihan was momentarily stopped by his question, raising his eyes with a wet glint, “Play too?”
Lu Huan said in a hoarse voice, “Nonsense.”
The interval of three days is too close, and another half a month of restraint makes the crispy radish unable to stand it.
Yu Baihan saw that Lu Huan’s expression was unquestionable, so he let go and kicked Lu Huan unwillingly, “Supervisor Lu is so strict.”
With a muffled voice, Lu Huan stretched out his hand to hold his foot.
The touch felt delicate and cool, and Lu Huan rubbed it with his fingertips. “The feet are so cold, it seems that they haven’t been adjusted well.”
Yu Baihan, “…”
Lu Huan stuffed him back under the quilt, straightened up, and said, “I’ll ask Uncle Feng to bring you another bowl of soup.”
After he finished speaking, he turned and went out the door.
Yu Baihan, who failed to return to the palace, sat on the bed and looked at Lu Huan’s back, full of desire and restraint. After a while, he pulled the tropical fish that had fallen aside and squeezed it hard——
Why don’t you take the bait? Little Fish Lu!
—
In the evening, Yu Baihan was given a bowl of soup.
After Lu Huan took a shower and changed into fresh clothes, as if compensating for the absence of poor Baihan, he sat by the bedside for a while. However, when bedtime arrived, he, with great self-control, swung his tail again and returned to the master bedroom next door.
“……”
In his bedroom.
Yu Baihan lay on the bed with “Substitute Fish” in his arms, only a faint light illuminated at the bed’s head.
After lying down for a while, his heart fluttered slightly.
Without hesitation, he grabbed his phone and captured a photo with the orange-red tropical fish doll snuggled in his arms.
In the photo, half of his face was nestled in the pillow, his soft cheeks pressed against the tropical fish, and his eyes exuded a moist glow. The slightly open neckline of his pajamas revealed a graceful neck and collarbone. The bedside light cast a glow into the neckline, creating shadows that accentuated the contours of his neck.
Yu Baihan sent the picture to Lu Huan after taking it.
[Yu Er]: Good night. [picture]
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[Yu Er]: The generous Lu Huan is not as warm as a small fish.
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His heart skipped a beat:
Is it happening now? Have the fish finally been caught?
Lu Huan observed him at the door for a few seconds before walking to the bed with purposeful strides.
Yu Baihan’s eyes sparkled with anticipation. “What are you doing?”
Simmering radish soup on high heat.
Lu Huan’s intense gaze swept across his fair face and then settled on the shoulder hole above the neckline. His thin lips pursed, and he bent down to support Yu Baihan’s sides, leaning in for a kiss.
“Hmm…” Yu Baihan raised his head to meet him, his breath slightly fluttering.
Lu Huan seemed captivated by him, and the kiss became lingering and intense.
It wasn’t until Yu Baihan’s entire body felt the heat from the passionate kiss that his fingertips lost their strength, and the person above him stood up.
Confused, Yu Baihan asked, “Huh?”
Lu Huan lowered his eyes and inquired, “Is it warm enough?”
“…” Yu Baihan responded, “It’s practically burning.”
Lu Huan reached out to rub his lips and then glanced at the “fish stand” nearby as if contemplating whether to toss the fish away.
After a brief pause, he decided to ignore the fish.
“Quit being naughty; sleep well.” With that, Lu Huan squeezed Yu Baihan’s warm face, turned, and exited the room.
The bedroom door closed with a firm click.
Yu Baihan, who had just savored the sweetness, couldn’t believe it: Could the fish that was within reach slip away like that?
—
Yu Baihan, restless from the heat, tossed and turned for over half an hour before managing to fall asleep.
The next morning, he woke up later than usual.
Checking his phone, it was already past ten in the morning. Notifications and messages flooded his screen with crisp and sweet sounds, reminiscent of a magpie heralding good news.
Yu Baihan, still in a half-asleep state, stiffly reached for his phone and tapped on the messages——
[At nine in the morning, the Si family officially declared bankruptcy.]
Even though Lu Huan had informed him the day before, witnessing the official news on his phone stirred a surge of emotions in Yu Baihan.
Excitement or relief? Perhaps mixed with other sentiments, it felt surreal—the protagonist of the original story, who had ruthlessly climbed to the top, is now crumbling.
Regaining composure, Yu Baihan continued scrolling through the news.
Alongside the Si family’s bankruptcy announcement, various reports about the Lu family emerged——
The Lu family established a shelter, taking in the children rescued from the Si family and bringing in medical and psychological support.
The Lu family’s reputation soared, undergoing a positive transformation.
Their stocks skyrocketed, securing the top spot in the Southwest business circle.
The once-upstart had become an unassailable figure.
Flipping through the news, Yu Baihan’s emotions fluctuate, his face slightly flushed.
Ah… the adorable Lu Huan he teased at home, blushing under his playful antics, was actually such a formidable figure outside.
So handsome~
Exuberant, he leaped out of bed to find Lu Huan.
As he got out of bed, his phone rang. Seeing it was a call from Chen Tianlang, Yu Baihan answered, “Doctor Chen?”
Chen Tianlang inquired, “Am I interrupting you, Baihan?”
Yu Baihan responded, “No, perfect timing.” A two-second delay, and he might have been interrupted.
Chen Tianlang explained his intention to help with psychological treatment after seeing reports of Mr. Lu caring for the children.
Yu Baihan thanked Chen Tianlang and said he would discuss it with Lu Huan.
Chen Tianlang casually remarked, “No need to thank me. Since you’re in this business, you must have a purpose.”
After hanging up, Yu Baihan freshened up and sought out Lu Huan next door. It was the weekend, and Lu Huan was seated at the table by the windowsill, engrossed in his computer.
Hearing Yu Baihan’s approach, Lu Huan lifted his gaze. “Are you awake?”
Dragging the lazy sofa, Yu Baihan settled next to Lu Huan, resting his head on his lap. “Yeah.”
Lu Huan lowered his head, running his fingers over Yu Baihan’s cheek. “What’s on your mind?”
“Nothing.” Yu Baihan then shared the news of Chen Tianlang contacting him.
Lu Huan nodded approvingly. “That’s good.”
After a brief silence, he inquired, “Psychotherapy… Do you still need to see him for a follow-up visit? Are you sure you’re okay?”
Yu Baihan pondered, “I should be fine.”
After contemplating for a while, he turned to Lu Huan, suddenly shifting to face him and snuggling against his thigh. Raising his eyes, a mischievous smile curved on his lips. “Or we could test it out to see if I’m truly okay.”
Lu Huan paused, his thighs tensing slightly. “What?”
Yu Baihan reclined against him, his soft cheeks drooping. “Lock me in a small, dark room; blindfold me with a tie… Mmm.”
A large palm abruptly covered his mouth.
Lu Huan’s palms radiated warmth as he looked at him sternly. “Wild thoughts.”
Blinking from above his palm, Yu Baihan’s slender neck formed a curve.
After a few seconds of scrutiny, Lu Huan questioned, “Is this deliberate?”
Caught red-handed.
Yu Baihan coyly nodded: Little Fish Lu has become adept at recognizing his bait.
Lu Huan pressed his palms, covered his mouth, and spoke in a hoarse voice, “Relentless, always tormenting me.”
“……” >3<
After another failed fishing attempt, Yu Baihan had no choice but to abandon the pretense.
…
The day was exceptionally clear and serene.
It was evident that Supervisor Lu’s plan adhered rigorously to the “half a month” deadline, and Yu Baihan refrained from any further teasing the next day.
Coincidentally, Lu Huan had business outside for the day.
Yu Baihan stayed at home, idly checking his phone. Recalling the previous forum discussions, he decided to browse through them again.
Upon entering the forum this time, the screen was once again filled with posts centered around the “Si Family” and “Lu Family.”
To his surprise, he discovered numerous discussions about himself:
[The Si family is in dire straits. Can the young master they sent to marry into the Lu family still stay there?]
[They’ll probably get kicked out.]
[A divorce is imminent. It was just a pawn in a business marriage. Now that the Si family has crumbled, Mr. Lu has no reason to retain him in the Lu family.]
As Yu Baihan scrolled down, another article caught his eye:
[If Mr. Lu divorces, will he remarry? After all, he’s still so young~]
Yu Baihan:? ? ?
Outrageous! Bengong is not done just yet. Just wait—never mind, it’s nothing!
…
Wait for Lu Huan to return home in the evening.
Yu Baihan immediately held the phone up to his nose, saying, “Take a look at this.”
“What?” Lu Huan paused in untying his tie, and upon seeing the content on the screen, his eyebrows furrowed.
Muttering to himself, Yu Baihan remarked, “Did you see that? Someone is eagerly anticipating our divorce and your remarriage…”
Before he could finish his sentence, Lu Huan pulled him closer.
Seemingly averse to that term, Lu Huan lowered his head and kissed him. His chest heaved, and he enveloped Yu Baihan in his arms, putting an end to any further discussion. The half-untied tie slipped down amid the passionate kisses.
After a considerable time, Yu Baihan was released, his face flushed. “…Lu Huan?”
Lu Huan tightly pursed his lips, his eyes darkening. “It’s all nonsense.”
He pinched Yu Baihan’s earlobe. “Ignore them.”
Yu Baihan chuckled. “Why are you more worked up than I am?”
“I’m afraid…” Lu Huan trailed off, his flushed neck moving. Lowering his eyes, he remained silent for a few seconds before suddenly saying, “Can we hold a banquet in a few days?”
Yu Baihan’s heart skipped a beat, sensing something. “What banquet?”
Lu Huan stared at him, smiling softly. “Our reserved celebration.”
Yu Baihan:?
Lu Huan enunciated, “Let them witness that I am captivated by you, Baihan, and utterly enamored. Divorce is out of the question.”
…!
Yu Baihan’s eyes brightened, joy filling his heart. He looked at Lu Huan with a bashful expression, feigning pampering. “Oh~ then let’s do it.”
“Yes.” Lu Huan took out his phone to make arrangements.
In high spirits, Yu Baihan then suggested discussing the decoration of their new home with Lu Huan.
Pulling out a few pieces of furniture he had fancied, he asked, “What do you think of these?”
Lu Huan inspected each item. “Very good.”
When a large mirror caught his eye, he hesitated. “Do you really need such a large mirror?”
Yu Baihan, without much thought, responded, “It’s convenient for movement.”
A moment of silence filled the room.
“……”？
“……”OvO
The two exchanged glances.
Lu Huan’s earlobes gradually turned warm. He pursed his lips, gazing at Yu Baihan for a moment before lowering his head and flipping over the image, offering a soft “hmm.”
Yu Baihan discreetly glanced sideways:
It appears you like it too~ Little Deer Lu.
Once the furniture was essentially finalized, Yu Baihan ordered it online and arranged for it to be delivered to the apartment the next day.
Lu Huan suggested, “You don’t have to go tomorrow; let Hua Wu handle the delivery.”
About to respond, Yu Baihan suddenly recalled what the next day entailed: the last day of the half-month deadline…
“Oh~” Blushing, he lowered his head and sent a text message to Hua Wu.
…
Outside the venue, behind the Lu residence.
After receiving the text message, Hua Wu powered off his phone with a mix of emotions. Gazing up at the night sky, he sighed, “Oh… the day has finally arrived.”
In the chilly night, the breeze whispered through the leaves in the forest.
The surrounding brothers heard his words and fell into a knowing silence.
“It was bound to happen. The rooms are already assigned, and the young master must move out immediately after the furniture is installed.” Fan Lin expressed his disappointment. “I’ll fulfill my original promise.”
He volunteered to help pack belongings and carry luggage.
Leaning against the flower bed, Qin Lun took a drag of his cigarette. “The little young master has faced challenges without recognition. He… had a tough past, and his studies in the future will be demanding. As brothers, we should do something for him.”
As he spoke, the several brothers present exchanged glances and nodded in agreement.
“Let’s do it!” Fan Lin snapped his fingers, drawing everyone’s attention, and proposed, “Let’s start a crowdfunding campaign—at least to help the young master complete his college studies.”
“Good! Crowdfunding!”
“One thousand from me, one thousand from you—supporting the young master’s aspirations!”
“You contribute, I contribute; let’s all chip in!”
The group formed a circle, hands joined, shouting motivational slogans as if rallying strength.
Fan Lin then pulled out his phone. “Everyone, call me tonight for the crowdfunding. I’ll transfer the funds to a designated account. I plan to see Mr. Lu tomorrow morning, so I’ll discreetly convey the brothers’ support to the young master in the process.”
One by one, the brothers contributed money, saying, “Alright! Let’s get to it quickly.”
—
The following day, Yu Baihan woke up early.
It marked the end of the half-month period.
Although the morning had just begun, the deadline for their Supervisor Lu’s plan had already passed.
Anticipating that Lu Huan would be staying at home for the day, Yu Baihan took a shower after getting up. While changing clothes, he changed his mind, putting on his bathrobe and retrieving a set of Lu Huan’s pajamas from the wardrobe in the room.
Draped in Lu Huan’s loose pajamas, he retrieved a spare bottle from the second bedroom drawer.
Kneeling on the bed, he hesitated briefly before squeezing half of the bottle.
——Time to make a bold move and win over Little Fish Lu in one fell swoop!
Ready for his plan, Yu Baihan lay down under the quilt and sent Lu Huan a message with his phone.
[Yu Er]: Lu Huan, my stomach hurts. [tears]
In less than half a minute, footsteps approached the house. The door opened, and Lu Huan walked to his bed with a furrowed brow, asking, “Stomach pain?”
Yu Baihan clung to the quilt, his face flushed.
Looking at Lu Huan, he said, “Yeah, rub it for me.”
Lu Huan, without suspicion, reached out to lift the quilt.
However, upon seeing Yu Baihan wearing his pajamas, he stopped abruptly.
After a few seconds, he covered Yu Baihan’s stomach with his hand, his breath becoming slightly unsteady. “…do you really have a stomachache?”
Yu Baihan glanced at Lu Huan’s expression.
The other party gazed straight at him, his face gradually reddening. The knuckles of the hand holding the quilt tightened, and the throat above the neckline moved.
He pulled Lu Huan’s hand. “Half a month has passed.”
The elapsed time seemed to release a constraint.
“It’s still morning.” Lu Huan locked eyes with him, allowing him to pull his hand over without resistance, unlike a few days ago.
“What.” Yu Baihan, feeling a hint of sweat, straightened up and looked at Lu Huan, mumbling, “Is your sword rusty?”
“…” Lu Huan leaned over to support him, his dark eyes showing a hint of fire, “You’ve been provoking me for three days.” As he spoke, he sank his fingertips, bowed his head, and kissed him.
Yu Bai trembled and hugged him back.
It was like a signal of tacit approval.
Like rain after a long drought, Yu Baihan experienced a surge of psychological relief, patting his chest. After the momentary satisfaction waned, a sense of dissatisfaction surfaced.
……not enough.
After hugging and kissing for a while, Lu Huan stood up.
He raised his hand and opened the cabinet, only finding bottles inside. Hugging Yu Baihan again, he said, “There is no… go there.”
Really, there is nothing!
Yu Baihan urged, “Hurry up, hurry up… Isn’t it okay?”
“……”
Lu Huan was about to pick him up, glanced down, put him back with a warm face, and pulled the quilt to cover him. Yu Baihan’s words fell into his ears, and he looked fiercely when he heard the words, “No way?”
Yu Baihan buried himself in the quilt and opened his eyes clearly: OuO
Lu Huan leaned over to fish him out, grabbed both him and the quilt in his elbow, turned his head, and walked outside the house.
Yu Baihan’s eyes lit up, and he became excited instantly.
quick! Let the storm come harder!
…
In the corridor outside the door.
Fan Lin was entering the corridor, carrying the interview draft and the crowdfunding stipend that Lu Huan had requested in the morning.
He felt a mixture of anticipation and sympathy.
After a while, he would discreetly deliver the “love chip” to the young master and then assist in packing bedding and preparing for the move.
It could also be seen as an expression of brotherhood, a way to lend his support.
Approaching the door of the master bedroom, a sudden “bang” echoed in front of him!
Fan Lin raised his eyes in surprise.
To his amazement, the door to the second bedroom was pushed open——
Lu Huan emerged from the bedroom holding a bedroll, with Yu Baihan still wrapped in it.
Poking his head out, Yu Baihan turned to Lu Huan with eager eyes, saying, “Show your vigor, Lu Huan! Have you skipped a meal?”
“……”
Lu Huan carried Yu Baihan a few steps towards the master bedroom, casting a brief glance at Fan Lin standing nearby like a statue with a flushed face. The handsome face, tinted with a rosy hue, expressed both love and desire. “You go back first.”
With those words, the bedroom door slammed shut!
A moment of utter silence prevailed in the corridor.
“……”
Fan Lin remained in a daze for quite a while:? ? ?
hopefully now you can be reassured that neither baihan and lu huan will leave each other
stupid imaginative brainiacs lmao
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