Is this a fever?
Bai Su frowned, then felt that the other party’s condition seemed somewhat unusual. It couldn’t be caused by that X drug, could it? Hopefully, it’s not something like a god-like aphrodisiac that can’t be neutralized without having sex.
Bai Su had read some fantasy novels on the Star Network before, and they had many magical settings. There was no need to take them too seriously when reading; they were just for fun and relaxation. But if such a thing happened to him, it would be a disaster. Thinking of this, Bai Su’s face turned somewhat grim for a moment.
Fortunately, it seemed that 555 in his sea of consciousness could hear Bai Su’s thoughts, and he hurriedly reminded him, “Host, don’t worry about the target. He’s just physically weak. The drug was also too strong. It’s best to cool him down first to wake him up a bit. Once he wakes up, let him take care of himself.”
Hearing this, Bai Su breathed a sigh of relief and remembered that there was a well in the yard. He hurriedly went out to fetch a bucket of water, then removed the outer clothing of the person on the bed.
The house hadn’t been used for a long time, and the bedding and fabric around looked dusty and not very clean. He didn’t have any usable cloth on him either. Bai Su had no choice but to tear a piece from the hem of his own clothes, then split it into two halves. He soaked them in well water, placed one on the other’s forehead, and used the other to wipe the man’s exposed skin, helping to lower his temperature quickly.
Perhaps because the cooling was effective, the other’s symptoms eased a bit, and his expression looked less uncomfortable. He even seemed to move towards Bai Su consciously.
Seeing this, Bai Su smiled slightly and continued wiping. After a while, he felt that the other’s face was less red, so he reached out to touch Luo Chenyu’s cheek, wanting to feel his temperature.
But as soon as his hand touched him, the person on the bed suddenly opened his eyes and grabbed Bai Su’s wrist with all his strength, even digging his nails into Bai Su’s skin. The sharp pain made Bai Su frown slightly.
Their eyes met, and the atmosphere became awkward for a moment.
Seeing the other person staring at him intently, Bai Su wanted to withdraw his hand, but found that the other was gripping it tightly, afraid that forcibly pulling back might injure him further. Bai Su could only awkwardly touch his nose with his other hand and say, “Are you awake now? Feeling any better?”
Luo Chenyu was stunned for a moment, seemingly puzzled by Bai Su’s attitude, but he continued to stare intently at Bai Su.
Bai Su remembered the look of hatred in the other person’s eyes when he first saw him and thought that this person might believe he was the one who drugged him.
We’re sorry for MTLers or people who like using reading mode, but our translations keep getting stolen by aggregators so we’re going to bring back the copy protection. If you need to MTL please retype the gibberish parts.
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After saying this, Bai Su quickly freed his hand from the now slightly loosened grip and left the room, leaving Luo Chenyu alone on the bed, still in a daze from Bai Su’s words.
After a while, as waves of heat surged through his body, Luo Chenyu couldn’t remain idle. Despite his reluctance to accept it, he knew that Bai Su was telling the truth and that the drug’s effects hadn’t worn off.
Struggling to sit up, even under the blanket, he could see the troublesome changes in his body. Luo Chenyu’s eyes were filled with humiliation and anger, but in the end, he could only close his eyes and, trembling, reach his hand under the blanket.
After a long while, a muffled groan came from the room. The man, breathing heavily, turned to pick up a wet cloth nearby to wipe his palm. However, when he recognized that the cloth had been torn from the hem of the person guarding the door, a complex look flashed in his eyes.
The drug’s effects were still lingering, and he was still weak, but at least he wouldn’t lose his sanity because of the aphrodisiac. He then said to the person waiting outside the door, “You can come in now.”
The man’s voice was hoarse, and Bai Su, standing outside, couldn’t help but blush at the tips of his ears when he heard it. When he entered the room, he smelled a certain lingering scent and tried his best to maintain a neutral expression.
Seeing Luo Chenyu still flushed on the bed, Bai Su didn’t know what to say for a moment. It was Luo Chenyu who first broke the silence.
“Thank you for today, Prince Zhong. Otherwise, I would not have escaped this disaster.”
Luo Chenyu smiled bitterly. Though he felt deeply humiliated by his situation, he remembered what Bai Su had told him earlier. They had both been set up, but he didn’t know if the intended target was himself or Prince Zhong.
Regardless of the reason, if Prince Zhong hadn’t woken up in time and someone had discovered them in that room together, Bai Su, given his family’s status, would not have been severely punished by the emperor. However, Luo Chenyu would not have met a good end.
“Don’t say that!”
Bai Su hurriedly waved his hand upon hearing Luo Chenyu’s words, surprised that the other would thank him. He then told Luo Chenyu that shortly after they had been placed on the same bed, the emperor and those attending the palace banquet had rushed to their room. Someone must have been trying to frame them.
Luo Chenyu nodded upon hearing this. He also knew it couldn’t have been a coincidence, but he didn’t know who was behind their predicament.
“I initially intended to take Your Highness back to your quarters, but first, I am not familiar with the paths in the palace, and second, you were unconscious, and I didn’t know how you were drugged. I was worried that sending you back directly might be more dangerous, so I chose this secluded place. I thought no one usually resides here. Once Your Highness regains some strength, I will take you back.”
Luo Chenyu was an unfavored prince who had endured indifference and contempt. The courtiers naturally did not take him seriously either. He had never spoken to Prince Zhong before and hadn’t expected Bai Su to treat him so courteously and without any disdain.
The man nodded upon hearing this, not insisting any further. Today, he owed Prince Zhong a favor. He hadn’t expected Bai Su to be so thorough, and he naturally had to keep this favor in mind, hoping for an opportunity to repay it in the future.
Thinking about how he had initially thought this person had plotted against him, full of hatred and wanting to kill the one who tried to humiliate him, he now felt very embarrassed after learning the truth.
Luo Chenyu secretly observed Bai Su’s appearance and couldn’t help but feel moved.
He usually only saw Prince Zhong from a distance, knowing only that he had a tall, upright figure, standing there like a pine tree. Now, seeing him up close, he realized that Bai Su was actually quite handsome.
Though his skin was not fair and delicate, perhaps from long years at the border, his nose was high and straight, his lips red, and his teeth white. Especially notable were his large, single-lidded eyes, which were very expressive, with slightly upturned corners, adding a touch of charm.
Such eyes should have made him seem amorous, but perhaps because Bai Su’s gaze was too clear, it dispelled any other thoughts. To those unfamiliar with him, it would be hard to tell that he was already nearing thirty.
After resting for a while and regaining some strength, Bai Su, following Luo Chenyu’s guidance, took him back to his quarters.
Although Bai Su roughly knew Luo Chenyu’s residence from the map, seeing this remote and dilapidated courtyard with his own eyes still made him sigh inwardly. It seemed that this unfavored prince lived a life even worse than the pampered palace servants.
Luo Chenyu thanked Bai Su. He didn’t want to invite Bai Su into his quarters, despite rarely encountering such genuine goodwill and developing a strong affection for him.
But this was the palace, and there were many inconveniences. Being weak, he didn’t want to just verbally express his gratitude. He could only carefully remind Bai Su to be cautious when leaving.
“Don’t worry, Your Highness. My skills should keep me from being discovered,” Bai Su said with a smile before turning to leave.
Luo Chenyu stood there, watching Bai Su’s figure disappear before turning and entering his courtyard. As soon as he entered, he saw Eunuch Wang waiting anxiously.
When Eunuch Wang saw Luo Chenyu, he immediately came forward, saying, “Oh, Your Highness! Where did you go? I went out for a while, and when I came back, you were gone. I was so worried!”
Seeing the concern on Eunuch Wang’s face, Luo Chenyu felt a warmth in his heart. In this palace, only Eunuch Wang, who had cared for him since childhood, was genuinely concerned about him.
He didn’t intend to tell him about today’s events. The elderly eunuch couldn’t help him, and telling him would only increase his worry. He just shook his head and said, “I just went out to enjoy the nice moonlight. No need to worry, go and rest early.”
Eunuch Wang nodded but insisted on escorting Luo Chenyu into his room first.
Seeing the clean and empty table, Luo Chenyu casually asked, “Eunuch, where is the plate of pastries that was on the table?”
“Huh?” Eunuch Wang then looked at the table and noticed that the plate of crab pastries was indeed missing. He said in surprise, “That plate of crab pastries was here earlier. Did someone take it before you had it? Are you hungry? Shall I prepare some porridge for you?”
Luo Chenyu shook his head, thinking that the problematic pastries were indeed gone. He gently replied, “No need. I already had the pastries. I was just asking. You should go rest early.”
Hearing this, Eunuch Wang finally turned and left.
Luo Chenyu lay down on the bed, loosening his clothing. Thinking about the danger he had faced today, he took out a half-dry cloth from his sleeve. It was the cloth torn from Bai Su’s hem, used to cover his forehead. Somehow, he had brought it back with him.
Hm why did you bring it back?😏
I love BL novel comments istg
“large eyes…” I’m kinda turned off a little. Mc is supposedly a general.. it’s not fitting if you describe him like that just to make him suitable for his role as the shou of the Novel. I’ve read buff and muscular mc’s. Slightly head or so taller than mls. Like there’s even a petite and slim mc top a demon king ml.. so this is just (cringe a bit)😩😕
It’s a Chinese novel lol.. Even Korean Manhwa or Chinese Manhua have the same problem.. ML appearance is far away from his character.. Especially BL manhwa with small head and buff body ML lol.. The bottom most likely be drawn to be small or feminine looking
TIL generals can’t have large eyes lmao you’d think they described his childbearing hips or something
But back to topic a person’s appearance dies not define their personality and ability. Generals can be pretty and flower shop owners could be buff mean looking dudes… And most danmei prefers pretty shou and handsome gong, they just prefer to do that over manly gay couples xD
Romantic
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