Reborn with an Old Enemy on the Day of our MarriageCh70 - A Bloody Competition

“Come, come, come inside and sit down.” Zheng BuLu took the lead and enthusiastically led the Lin family into the living room.

Chen ShiYi, who had initially been worried about the men possibly making a scene: “….” HF4BbK

It seems that there will be no awkwardness between them tonight. Instead, the only one feeling awkward was her, the woman who was forgotten by both her current and ex-husband.

Fortunately, these pig trotters weren’t completely covered in lard. Lin YaZhi managed to walk halfway into the room before he finally remembered her. Lin YaZhi stopped and waited for Chen ShiYi to catch up, then said: “ShiYi, let’s go.”

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Zheng BuLu smiled. “ShiYi is familiar with the way to the living room, she can get there on her own.”

Chen ShiYi: “…..” s2lzd0

Chen ShiYi snorted and said: “No, it seems that I haven’t been here for so long that I’ve forgotten what the family head is like.”

Zheng BuLu spread out his hands and skillfully shifted the blame as he replied: “When we were in the middle of our divorce proceedings, I offered you the house. You were that one that didn’t want it, ah.”

Chen ShiYi rolled her eyes. “That’s why I forgot everything about this house, ah.”

Zheng BuLu was speechless for a while. His ex-wife was still as logical and impeccable as she was before, ah.

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Lin YaZhi quietly inserted himself between the two. After blocking Zheng BuLu’s line of sight, he said: “Brother Zheng, let’s hurry into the room so we can properly talk.”

“Yes, yes.” Lin YaZhi’s pure and honest expression managed to successfully distract Zheng BuLu from bickering with his ex-wife. Zheng BuLu draped an arm over Lin YaZhi’s shoulders and led him inside.

Shao SiJia stretched her arms, then folded her hands to the back of her head. With a ‘tsk, tsk,’ she said: “Such a bloody competition...

Chen ShiYi turned towards Shao SiJia in puzzlement. She didn’t understand what that saying meant. Shao SiJia looked back at her and, “Don’t worry stepmother, you still have a chance of winning!”

Chen ShiYi: “…..???” Why are youngsters these days so hard to understand?

Lin Qian and Zheng PingQing followed the women in, leaving He YiJun to be the last one in the group. EvFlwa

Zheng PingQing deliberately slowed down, and after making sure that He YiJun would be able to hear him, he complained to Lin Qian: “My father is too magnanimous, ah.”

Lin Qian put on a confused expression. “Why do you say that?”

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Zheng PingQing let out a cold hum as he replied: “The fact that my dad is becoming friends with your dad. I feel so unworthy, ah.”

Lin Qian looked even more confused as he asked: “What’s wrong with that?” VwisZE

The conversation between the two men made He YiJun sweat. From the moment Lin Qian’s family arrived, she had been in high vigilance, like a frightened bird. She had just survived the first exchange of greetings, but she wasn’t given any time to recover before this particular subject was suddenly brought up.

With her heart in her throat, He YiJun quickly stepped forward and interrupted them. “Oh, I forgot to ask what you two wanted to eat for lunch. Tell me, and I’ll get the kitchen to prepare it.”

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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“Oh.” At her words, Lin Qian didn’t hesitate as he started to order: “Then I want to eat crab tofu, pickled pork soup, crispy pork roast, pork with garlic sauce…”

In one breath, Lin Qian listed several famous dishes from several different provinces, causing He YiJun’s smile to slowly fade away. hDvn1R

In the end, Lin Qian smiled and said: “That’s it. I hope that’s not too much, I wouldn’t want to trouble you.”

He YiJun’s receding smile froze. She was only trying to stop the two of them from talking about their parents, ah. Who knew that Lin Qian would actually order so many dishes.

He also ordered dishes from different cuisines. There was no way the professional chefs she contracted would be able to cook all these dishes on the fly.

Don’t you know the etiquette a visiting guest should have?! 7nJqlu

He YiJun’s mind burst into flames, but she couldn’t show it on her face. She had to smile and say: “In fact, I have many other dishes prepared for today…”

Before she could finish her sentence, Zheng PingQing interrupted: “I like those dishes too. Auntie He, remember to prepare them. We shouldn’t be seen lacking today of all days.”

He YiJun: “…..”

He YiJun’s lips trembled as she jokingly asked: “So many dishes, ah. Will you be able to finish all that?” m5eLMF

“It doesn’t matter if we don’t finish everything.” the unusually playful Zheng PingQing stated. “We rich families don’t need to think about saving money, ah.”

He YiJun: “…..”

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He YiJun pinched her fingers and tried to keep her smile in place. “Since you two like it, I’ll go arrange it now.”

Meanwhile, Zheng BuLu and Lin YaZhi were sitting in the living room and chatting. gma8f5

While Zheng BuLu hadn’t visited a shopping mall in years, he had inevitably gotten sucked into some hobbies common to middle-aged men, such as collecting various tea leaves. Now, he was in the middle of brewing some tea while he told Lin YaZhi about his collection.

Lin YaZhi was quietly sitting between Zheng BuLu and Chen ShiYi, successfully blocking any direct eye contact between the two. He seemed to be devotedly listening to Zheng BuLu’s every word and was nodding when appropriate. It appeared to be a very harmonious and joyful scene.

“These tea leaves were sent to me by a friend from Southern Yunnan. It’s called Chen tea, and it’s quite hard to get. It doesn’t have a set market price, but it’s never below…” Zheng BuLu opened an antique wooden box and said: “Try one…”

Lin YaZhi politely refused. “This is your treasure, ah. I shouldn’t drink such a precious item.” Pvc aZ

Zheng BuLu didn’t reply, but instead directly placed some leaves into a pot of hot water. “What treasure, it’s tea. Well, of course, to some people who understand its value, it’s very precious and meaningful, right?”

Lin YaZhi smiled. “Yes.”

Chen ShiYi was feeling drowsy as she listened to their conversation. She and her ex-husband really don’t have anything in common, ah. Every topic Zheng BuLu enjoyed talking about was like sleeping pills for her.

Of course, her own hobbies had the same effect on Zheng BuLu. RGUcsA

She initially thought that Lin YaZhi, who shared the same interests as her, would also be bored with Zheng BuLu’s hobbies. But unexpectedly…

Chen ShiYi watched as Zheng BuLu shuffled closer and closer to Lin YaZhi. Zheng BuLu held Lin YaZhi’s shoulder and lifted a tea leaf against the room light above. Zheng BuLu continued to chatter: “This is real tea, ah. Look at its smooth texture…the process the used…you can judge how good or bad tea is based on….”

“Ha-” Chen ShiYi finally couldn’t help but yawn. She reached for the tea, hoping that it would help her wake up.

“Eh, ShiYi, don’t be so hasty to drink.” Zheng BuLu said, quickly reaching over to stop Chen ShiYi’s hand. But before he could reach her, he was blocked by Lin YaZhi. oCdT1h

Lin YaZhi said with a smile: “I think this tea really is exquisite.”

“Right?!” Zheng BuLu focused back onto his comrade and forgot all about Chen ShiYi. He continued to talk with Lin YaZhi with relish. “Good tea isn’t for drinking, ah, but for tasting. First, you have to look at the color of the brewed tea….smell its beautiful aroma…finally, take a sip and savor the taste…”

Chen ShiYi was feeling so sleepy that, in the end, she simply ignored Zheng BuLu and poured a large amount of tea into a cup to drink.

“Ah, I’m finally awake.” Chen ShiYi drank some tea and shook her head. She felt like she had just narrowly escaped danger. iEMgjv

But Zheng BuLu clicked his tongue and shook his head. He turned to Lin YaZhi and said: “See that, that’s called an old cow chewing peony. She doesn’t understand or appreciate it at all.”

Lin YaZhi’s smile didn’t waver as he replied: “Don’t pay any attention to her, ah. Continue with your explanation: what do you think of this tea’s color? How is its smell? What does it taste like?”

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Chen ShiYi looked at Lin YaZhi in panic.

He was even asking questions! This kind of middle-aged hobbyist shouldn’t be asked questions unless you have no choice, ah! Otherwise, Zheng BuLu will never stop talking! ZnTyuc

As expected, Zheng BuLu was very happy when he heard Lin YaZhi’s questions. He immediately leaned closer to Lin YaZhi and said: “Brother Lin, you’re asking the right person…..”

Chen ShiYi looked towards the heavens and rolled her eyes. It seems that it was already too late- Zheng BuLu called him ‘brother.’ Chen ShiYi could already see the thousands of sleeping pills smacking her in the face.

“I’m going to the kitchen to help with the food.” Chen ShiYi decisively said as she stood up. “Have a good talk.”

Shao SiJia, who had been pretending to be a lady all this time, stood up with her. “I’ll go too.” mxtHUD

Zheng BuLu didn’t even look at them as he made a casual sound of affirmation.

Lin YaZhi wasn’t reluctant to let them go either. He simply urged them: “Remember: your safety is the most important. Don’t try to be brave.”

Chen ShiYi: “…….”

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……

 

On the other side, Lin Qian and Zheng PingQing escaped to the terrace together as soon as He YiJun left.

In the past, there used to be specially assigned gardeners who took care of the Zheng family terrace. Many plants used to fill the place, and the aesthetic was charming. But after Zheng PingQing started to live by himself and drove all the housekeepers away, the terrace became neglected and empty. phUiKR

Well, it stayed deserted until now. When Zheng BuLu came back early, the capable He Fei found a unique interior design company to re-do the terrace. Now, the terrace was transformed into a glass greenhouse.

But of course, such a short amount of time didn’t allow the plants to grow as much. The vines hadn’t crawled up yet, and the area was only sparsely dotted with a few evergreen plants and flowers that bloomed in winter. There were some artificial vines and colored lights on top, but it was daytime right now, so the lights weren’t that obvious.

There was a long, solid wooden table and an outdoor sofa set. Several rattan chairs were scattered around the area, and there was a bench swing on one side. The terrace was designed to have a convenient place to sit anytime and in any corner of the place.

Lin Qian approached one of the planting spaces and inspected one of the few open flowers. yFGT4W

“Happy New Year.” Zheng PingQing took advantage of Lin Qian’s brief inattention and circled an arm around Lin Qian’s waist from behind. Zheng PingQing then turned Lin Qian around and pushed him onto one of the outdoor sofas.

Lin Qian couldn’t resist, and he ended up with his back against the sofa. Then, Zheng PingQing climbed up, so both of his hands were on the back of the couch while his knees were next to Lin Qian’s outer thighs. Zheng PingQing completely imprisoned Lin Qian beneath him, and he looked down and said: “Since I saw you on the first day of this new year, I believe that this year will be a very good one.”

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The lazily reclined Lin Qian looked up at the man and laughed. “With that logic, every year from now on will be a very good one.”

Zheng PingQing leaned lower until their lips were only millimeters away. Feeling Lin Qian’s breath against his skin, he said: “So you agree that from now on, you’ll spend every new year with me?” qykwE2

Lin Qian raised his hands and hung onto Zheng PingQing’s neck and joked: “You say that as if you were planning on giving me a choice?”

“Of course I’m giving you a choice.” Zheng PingQing rubbed the tip of his nose against Lin Qian’s. “Since I’m the best boyfriend in the world, I must fully respect the wishes of my other half and ask for his opinion.”

Then, Zheng PingQing’s voice became sticky as he said: “You can choose to spend every new year with me, or…”

“Or?” Lin Qian raised a brow. UrWDqF

Zheng PingQing was silent for a while, then huffed. “Forget it, I can’t think of another option.”

Zheng PingQing lightly bit the tip of Lin Qian’s nose and said: “No matter what the other option is, you can only choose to celebrate with me.”

Lin Qian wasn’t the least bit surprised by this. He directly gave up and said: “Don’t worry, I don’t have any other idea as to what other options I have either. In this lifetime, you’re my boyfriend.”

“What bad luck.” Zheng PingQing pouted. “I don’t think I can believe you so easily.” IMHCR0

Lin Qian closed his eyes to resist the urge to roll his eyes. “….ugh. Come here.”

Zheng PingQing lowered his head at the same time Lin Qian raised his, and the two met halfway for a kiss.

The faint smell of smoke was in the air, but it didn’t diminish the sweetness of this kiss.

The atmosphere was so good that both of them forgot where they were. X8nKmu

Zheng PingQing nibbled Lin Qian’s lower lip, then continued down to kiss Lin Qian’s chin, then neck.

Lin Qian let go of Zheng PingQing’s neck and instead wrapped his arms around Zheng PingQing’s waist. Lin Qian pulled the man closer so that their bodies were pressed together.

Zheng PingQing couldn’t help but fiddle with the hem of Lin Qian’s sweater…

Then, at the distance, a loud bang suddenly sounded out, followed by a burst of crackling. g3JyFB

It seems that someone was illegally setting off fireworks again.

The sudden sound tore the intoxicated couple away from their previously ambiguous mood. Zheng PingQing’s soft legs gave out, and his body fell directly on top of Lin Qian, causing their sensitive parts to rub against each other.

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“Fuck, I’m going to report them.” Zheng PingQing scolded.

Then, he looked down at their lower bodies. Zheng PingQing regretfully complained: “Why do people even wear pants, ah.” 4yds7v

Lin Qian raised his gaze and said: “To prevent minors from breaking the law in the new year, ah.”

Then suddenly, Lin Qian tightened his hold on Zheng PingQing’s waist and flipped him over. Zheng PingQing’s back hit the couch, and this time, it was Lin Qian who was on top. Lin Qian sat up and directly pressed down on Zheng PingQing’s restless lower body. With a faint smile, Lin Qian said: “Minor, it’s better to keep your hands strictly above the neck.”

But of course, Zheng PingQing completely disregarded his words and excitedly said: “Riding on the first day of the new year! This year really is a great one, ah, how exciting!”

Lin Qian: “…..” aAOPBZ


T/N: I loved this chapter! It was funny, sweet, and had a little bit of spice.

Translator's Note

The direct translation for 修罗场 is actually along the lines of ‘Tragic Battlefield’ or ‘Bloody Slaughter.’ BZroFQ

This slang is a Buddhist term, referring to the bloody battlefield where Emperor Shitian and Asura battled in the legend of Buddhism, which means “tragic battlefield.” Netizens use it to refer to a situation in which interpersonal relationships are intricate, and the people present have multiple connections or unequal cognition.

Basically, it can be used to describe love hexagons or a ‘harem situation’ found in most jap novels. It’s a ‘tragic’ and ‘bloody’ situation where, in the end, only one will survive! *anime battle noises*

For Chen ShiYi, it’s Zheng BuLu and Chen ShiYi, battling it out for Lin YaZhi. In He YiJun’s mind, its He YiJun and Chen ShiYi, fighting it out for Zheng BuLu. And finally, in Lin YaZhi’s mind, he’s competing with Zheng BuLu for Chen ShiYi!

It’s a tangled web of their own perceived drama, and I find it hilarious. T6NglP

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47 comments

  1. Breaking the law? I’d always assumed that the reason authors were so careful not to write minors doing anything at all was due to laws around the novels themselves. I didn’t realize that teens actually aren’t allowed to do any hanky-panky in real life. That seems like a very futile law if it’s true.

    • I also find this law a bit weird. Does it really exist in China? At least in my country, anyone above the age of 15 can do anything they want with anyone including adults (apart from those that are in position of power like teachers, then it is from 18). However, those who are under this age can also legally engage in sexual acts – it just has to be with someone who is also under 15 (it probably also wouldn’t be an issue if one was 14 and the other 15).

    • I think its not an actual law. From the sounds of things in eaelier chapters, it seemed like a choice LQ roped ZPQ into

      After looking things up, seems like the age of consent for an adult with a minor is 14 in China (though apparently there is a desire to raise that to 18)

    • Idk which country this law belongs to but when I looked up if two minors could have *** it said that they both have to be at least 18 or it’d be statutory r*pe. So ig LQ is a strictly law abiding citizen n wants to wait until both him n ZPQ r 18 that or he just doesn’t want to get distracted during the exam period n is using the law as a foil XD

    • It’s because ML is 18 while MC is 17, so it’s technically illegal, since one’s still a minor and the other’s a legal adult. At least, that’s what i’ve gathered from the story thus far

    • It is pretty strange, but I wouldn’t be surprised if this law actually exists. Redundant laws do exist. Though, I’m thinking the author is also using this law (in the story) as a reason to avoid writing things restricted by the actual laws around novels, if that makes sense.

  2. Sigh, these naughty boys. So daring. Also, why do I ship Zheng BuLu and Lin Yazhi? They’re so interesting together XD

    Thank you for the update ❤️

  3. Lol LYZ try to distract Old Zheng from CSY but ended up being his bro 🤣🤣🤣

    And ZPQ, you naughty child 🤭

    Thanks for the chapter ❤

  4. Ngl… the bloody competition is my fave in this chapter, the somewhat spicy part is just a bonus…

    Thanks for the chapter~ ( ^ ♡ ^ )/

  5. Zheng PingQoing showed us again that he has no shame! ( ꈍᴗꈍ)

    But that’s just makes him so roguishly handsome! <( ̄︶ ̄)>

    Stay safe and healthy!

    Thanks for the chapter! (≧▽≦)

    • ….

      All these spelling mistakes…. I think they’re trying to tell me something… it’s bedtime.

      Good night everybody!

      -zzzzzzz-

      /

      ( ̄︶ ̄)

  6. Oohhhh!! Loving the spice 😁😁 thank you so much for the update! Hope you and your loved ones are safe and healthy! ♥️

  7. LYZ is a true MVP. Middle age men’s hobbies are the best. I hope the terrace isn’t visible from inside anywhere. Dang they’re pretty cute and sweet and spicy.

    Thanks for the great translation ♥️

  8. Excuse me.This novel very awesome.I like it.Thank you xefielle to translate this novel.😍😍 May I translate this novel into my language Thai?

  9. Me: *solemn face * Lin Qian, you have it hard with such a perverted husband. *pets on th should *

    Lin Qian: “…..”

    Thanks for the chapter ~♡

  10. My opinion is probably rather rare, but when I was reading this with mtl, I shipped Chen ShiYi, Lin YaZhi, and Zheng BuLu together with LYZ being the center of the relationship. I just found their dynamics pretty amusing.

  11. I kind of ship the two dads together, but I felt bad for CSY… then I remembered that threesomes weren’t too bad and if the dad had married her once then there’s still a possibility. I doubt this will actually happen but I’m rooting for the tree of them for now.

  12. Priceless comedy:

    Chen ShiYi’s acute boredom listening to her former anc current husbnds talk about tea:”This kind of middle aged hobbyist shouldn’t be asked questions unless you no choice, ah!” leadding to, “Chen ShiYi could already see the thousands of sleeping pills smacking her in the face,” and then, Lin YaShi’s response to his wife and daughter going to help out with the food, “Remember, your safety is the most important! Don’t try to be brave!” Lin YaShi’s response to his wife and daughter going to help out with the food.

    Another great chapter!!!