Chapter 209 You're Mine: How can I sleep when a dog is licking me?
The rain stopped the next day.
Huo Hengzhou and Lu Yuan bid farewell to the old woman together.
Huo Hengzhou called a tow truck to remove the broken motorcycle.
"Looks like I won't be able to take you for a bike ride for a while," Huo Hengzhou said regretfully.
"Is this your only car?"
Huo Hengzhou shook his head: "Although there's more than one, this is the one I'm most comfortable riding right now, and..."
That is also the most meaningful.
This is the only car that Lu Yuan has ever ridden in.
"If you don't want to ride a bike, then walking around the city is also a good option."
Huo Hengzhou nodded, still feeling a little guilty about what he had done last night while Lu Yuan was asleep.
"Lu Yuan, it's my birthday next Saturday. Are you free to come? Some of my friends will be there too."
“I have to practice dancing during the day, and after I finish dancing…” Lu Yuan paused, then answered, “I can go.”
Huo Hengzhou's eyes lit up. "Then it's settled!"
Seeing Huo Hengzhou so happy, like a child, Lu Yuan's eyes also showed a hint of a smile.
Back in his apartment, Lu Yuan lay on the bed, letting his mind wander.
His mind was a little muddled, and he slowly raised his hand to block the light shining down from the ceiling chandelier.
Then he put it down and touched the corner of his lips with his fingers.
He was lucid at that time.
The bodily sensations are also clear.
Actually, he was only a hair's breadth away from losing control, if only the other party hadn't hastily retreated...
Lu Yuan sat up abruptly, went into the bathroom in a huff, and splashed cold water on his face.
...
Soon it arrived at Huo Hengzhou's birthday.
As evening fell, the villa was brightly lit.
The electronic music was mixed with the laughter of friends, including those from Huo Hengzhou's racing team, as well as other rich young men and women.
The long table was covered with barbecue, cakes and various drinks.
Huo Hengzhou was being surrounded by a group of people who were pouring him drinks, but he kept glancing at the corner of the room.
Lu Yuan sat on the sofa, holding a glass of red wine, seemingly out of place amidst the surrounding noise.
"Huo Hengzhou, what's over there? Why are you always looking that way?" A rich young man with dyed yellow hair teased.
Another young man nearby whispered, "Didn't you realize that his real intention in throwing this birthday party today wasn't the birthday celebration itself? He used to hate trouble the most; when has he ever thrown a birthday party before?"
"Oh, I see... Huo Hengzhou, you're up to something? Why aren't you telling us? We've been friends since we were kids, what can't you tell us?"
Huo Hengzhou's ears burned slightly. He glared at them and said, "Don't talk nonsense. I just... simply wanted to get together."
"Alright, stop teasing him, let's all go have a drink!"
"Sure, we can also meet some other people. I saw that friend sitting on the sofa drinking alone, why don't we invite him to join us?"
Before his childhood friends could even react, Huo Hengzhou went straight over and snatched the wine from Lu Yuan's hand, saying, "He can't drink, I'll take the wine for him."
Lu Yuan looked up at him. "It's okay, I can drink."
In the Lu family, there's no one who can't drink. Even Zhao Zhao can down several bottles of this level of liquor.
"That won't do either." Huo Hengzhou shoved a glass of warm water into his hand and whispered, "My childhood friends don't know their limits when they drink. Be careful you don't get drunk and feel terrible."
As he spoke, he turned to his cheering brothers, raised his glass, and said, "Anyone who wants a drink, come find me! Tonight, we're not leaving until we're drunk!"
A group of people cheered and surrounded them.
Huo Hengzhou accepted all the drinks offered, one cup after another, and his cheeks quickly flushed red.
Lu Yuan: "..."
What is this silly dog doing?
After finishing the birthday cake and having a few rounds of drinks, someone suggested playing Truth or Dare.
Everyone agreed, and even Lu Yuan sat down.
The wine bottle on the table was spun around and pointed directly at Huo Hengzhou.
The team's underling snatched the card and read aloud, "Brother Huo, when was the last time you kissed someone?"
The noisy living room instantly fell silent.
All eyes were on Huo Hengzhou.
Huo Hengzhou paused, and the scene from that stormy night suddenly flashed through his mind.
He and Lu Yuan lay together on the large bed in the farmhouse.
That was his first kiss, or more accurately, a stolen kiss.
The soft touch still lingers on my lips.
Huo Hengzhou's gaze unconsciously drifted towards Lu Yuan, who was looking down at his cup, seemingly unaware of the issue.
Huo Hengzhou's Adam's apple bobbed, but he didn't dare to say anything.
"I'll drink the penalty shot!" He picked up a glass of wine from the table and drank it all in one gulp.
Everyone looked at him with gossip in their eyes. "Brother Huo has a story to tell! And he's been keeping it a secret!"
Huo Hengzhou didn't explain, but used the act of drinking to hide his flushed face.
He glanced at Lu Yuan again and found that the other man was also looking at him.
He was so frightened that he quickly looked away, his heart pounding.
The bottles continued to spin, and some people who couldn't answer the question after being spun were forced to drink as a penalty, making the atmosphere in the villa lively and exciting.
When it was Lu Yuan's turn, the living room became much quieter.
These are Huo Hengzhou's friends. Most of them are strangers to him, except for a few who had previously gone out with Huo Hengzhou.
This is the person that Brother Huo likes.
The blond-haired thug read aloud the words on the card: "Excuse me, do you still have your first kiss?"
Lu Yuan's body stiffened for a moment.
His first kiss...
Lu Yuan glanced at Huo Hengzhou subconsciously.
Huo Hengzhou: ?
If we count the time he was ambushed by Huo Hengzhou, then he definitely didn't have his first kiss.
He has been focused on his career all these years, and even after the boy band completely disbanded, he has never been in a relationship.
He was also praised by netizens as "the most virtuous artist in the Chinese entertainment industry".
Thinking about it, that stupid dog really got off easy.
Lu Yuan remained silent for three seconds before speaking softly, "They're gone."
Those three simple words instantly froze Huo Hengzhou's smile on his face.
She then quickly regained her composure.
What was he thinking just now? Everyone at this table is an adult, and Lu Yuan is 31. It's normal for someone his age to have been in a relationship.
Not everyone is like him; he seems to be having a lot of fun, but he's never been in a relationship.
Huo Hengzhou would never tell his childhood friends or other friends about these things.
If they found out, they'd laugh at him for a whole year.
I might even take him to an entertainment venue to relax right away, since he's genuinely not interested in those places.
Now that he has finally met someone he truly likes, Huo Hengzhou has no other thoughts and only wants this one person.
No one seemed to have any particular reaction to Lu Yuan's answer.
Of those present, whose first kiss is still intact?
That's a really stupid question.
Everyone continued spinning the bottle.
This time, the prize was awarded to the blond rich kid, who drew a dare.
"Have any one of you carry another person around the living room in a princess carry!"
The rich young man looked at Huo Hengzhou with an ambiguous expression and a hint of mockery.
"Huo Hengzhou, you can't let all those muscles go to waste. You need to come out. Who should you hug? Let me see..."
"Give this new friend a hug, a princess carry, please."
The other party directly targeted Huo Hengzhou and Lu Yuan.
Huo Hengzhou was still immersed in the previous part, but his thoughts were pulled back at this moment.
The alcohol was taking effect, and coupled with his disappointment, he walked up to Lu Yuan without thinking, bent down, and opened his arms.
"Come here, let me hug you."
Lu Yuan: "..."
Seeing Lu Yuan remain silent, everyone gathered around and egged him on, "Just one lap! One lap is enough!"
Lu Yuan lowered his eyes resignedly. They had played these kinds of games before in their group's variety shows.
For Lu Yuan, this was no big deal. Once you've played the game, you have to respect the rules.
To Huo Hengzhou, it seemed as if Lu Yuan was rejecting him.
A surge of impulsiveness rose within Huo Hengzhou; he didn't want to wait for Lu Yuan to refuse.
He reached out and put his arm around Lu Yuan's waist, then picked him up in his arms.
Lu Yuan instinctively hooked his arm around Huo Hengzhou's neck, his body stiffening slightly.
Huo Hengzhou's arms were strong, supporting his knees steadily.
The two were very close, and Lu Yuan could clearly feel Huo Hengzhou's aura.
Huo Hengzhou carried him around the living room, deliberately slowing his pace.
The cheers and music from my brothers became background noise.
The person in his arms was very light, with a slender waist, and Lu Yuan's hand on his shoulder... was a little hot.
Does this person actually eat properly every day?
It seems I should bring him some vegetables that can help him gain weight in the future.
After playing a game, the living room was almost completely empty.
Huo Hengzhou was also a little drunk, but he was still sober. After seeing off a group of friends, there were still some people who had passed out from drinking, so he simply let them stay overnight.
Just as Lu Yuan was about to leave, Huo Hengzhou suddenly grabbed Lu Yuan's arm tightly.
"Don't go..." Huo Hengzhou's voice was muffled and nasal.
He clung to Lu Yuan like a spoiled big dog, refusing to let go, pleading, "Lu Yuan, don't go, stay here."
Lu Yuan looked at him and said, "You're not drunk, stop pretending."
"I'm drunk!" Huo Hengzhou hugged Lu Yuan even tighter, so tightly that Lu Yuan couldn't move.
"I drank a lot tonight... I'm so dizzy... Stay with me, just for one night..."
Who told you to keep drinking?
Doesn't he deserve it?
Lu Yuan thought to himself speechlessly, but still couldn't bring himself to push him away.
"I'll stay, let go."
Huo Hengzhou was visibly taken aback, then released Lu Yuan's arm. "Really? You're not lying to me?"
"Hmm." Lu Yuan turned and walked towards the living room. "Where are the guest rooms?"
"All the guest rooms are full." Huo Hengzhou immediately followed, his steps steady. "Only the master bedroom is available."
He thought Lu Yuan was about to turn around and scold him, but he didn't.
Lu Yuan agreed so easily.
Huo Hengzhou didn't get to use any of the excuses he had prepared.
He was in a daze as he followed Lu Yuan into the master bedroom.
The sound of running water came from the bathroom.
Huo Hengzhou sat down in the living room, nervously gulping down water.
He never expected that he would be able to share a bed with Lu Yuan again so soon.
By the time they had both cleaned themselves up, it was already late at night.
Lu Yuan lay on the bed, still as quiet as ever.
Huo Hengzhou couldn't hold back any longer, "Lu Yuan."
"Um?"
"Um..." Huo Hengzhou's voice was soft, tinged with hesitation, "How many relationships have you had?"
Lu Yuan was speechless at the guy's roundabout words. "I haven't talked about it."
"Then you... ah? You've never been in a relationship? Your first kiss was...?" Huo Hengzhou only realized what he meant halfway through his sentence.
Lu Yuan was genuinely amused and exasperated. "Don't you have any self-awareness about how I lost my first kiss?"
You stupid dog!
Huo Hengzhou was stunned, still not understanding. "What does this have to do with me?"
Lu Yuan sat up abruptly in bed. "What? You like to sneak kisses in the middle of the night, but you can't admit it?"
"You...you...you didn't sleep that day?" Huo Hengzhou stammered.
"How can I sleep if a dog licks me?"
"..." What a load of nonsense!
"Don't you have anything to say?" In the darkness, Lu Yuan's eyes were still fixed on Huo Hengzhou's direction. "If you have nothing to say, then I'm going to sleep."
"I...I have something to say!"
Lu Yuan lay back down. "Speak."
"Lu Yuan, I like you. You might not believe it, but this is the first time in my 28 years that I've felt this way. I've never been in a relationship before, I swear! I'm different from my friends! I won't mess around outside. If you can be my boyfriend..."
"OK."
"I will definitely do this for you... um???" Huo Hengzhou's pupils dilated in shock.
This time, he suddenly sat up in bed. "Lu Yuan, what did you just say? You said it was okay?"
"If you didn't hear it, then forget it." Lu Yuan turned to the side, his back to Huo Hengzhou.
"!!!" A huge wave of surprise hit Huo Hengzhou on the head. "I heard it! I heard it! I'm not deaf!"
"Lu Yuan, you've agreed to be my boyfriend? You can't go back on your word! You promised yourself!"
Huo Hengzhou suddenly leaned over and hugged Lu Yuan from behind.
"If you disturb my eardrums again, I'll back out right now." Lu Yuan pushed Huo Hengzhou away.
Huo Hengzhou was drawn back to him like a magnet.
He whispered in Lu Yuan's ear, "Brother Yuan, I will be good to you."
These words were like a pebble thrown into Lu Yuan's calm heart.
He could feel the heartbeat of the person behind him; it was strong, carrying a hint of nervousness and sincerity.
Lu Yuan turned around, and without saying a word, kissed the other person directly.
Huo Hengzhou was completely stunned, his mind went blank.
He belatedly realized that Lu Yuan was kissing him!
This person, who usually finds it annoying to even say an extra word, actually kissed him on his own initiative!
After the initial surprise came a surge of overwhelming joy.
Huo Hengzhou almost immediately took the initiative, tightening his arms and pulling Lu Yuan even closer to him.
With her other hand, she gently held the back of his neck, deepening the kiss.
His kiss was impulsive and passionate, yet he deliberately softened his touch, afraid of startling the person in his arms. He carefully traced the shape of Lu Yuan's lips, his breath becoming hot.
Lu Yuan readily agreed.
Once he understands his own heart, he will no longer hide.
He couldn't explain why he was willing to be with this person.
Perhaps it was the desires of adults at play, or perhaps everything was just right, the opportunity had arrived, and fate had brought them together.
He also discerned what the other party was thinking.
Lu Yuan was willing to give it a try with Huo Hengzhou, which could be considered... a chance to indulge his emotions.
He closed his eyes, letting Huo Hengzhou lead the rhythm, his chest pressed against Huo Hengzhou's warm skin, he could clearly feel the other's wildly beating heart, which gradually overlapped with his own heartbeat.
Huo Hengzhou's rough hand brushed against the back of his neck, sending a slight shiver down his spine.
Lu Yuan, on the contrary, tilted his head slightly and responded more proactively.
"Brother Yuan, I want you." Huo Hengzhou's voice was a little hoarse.
Lu Yuan's eyes were already stained red.
He suddenly bit down on Huo Hengzhou's Adam's apple. "Just go for it."
The clock by the bedside ticked, but it wasn't the only background noise in the room; it had long been drowned out by a much louder sound.
This was the first time Huo Hengzhou had known what it felt like to like someone—willingly getting closer to them, and the other person feeling the same way.
Lu Yuan transformed all his aloofness into tenderness reserved only for him.
...
The clouds dispersed and the rain stopped.
"Brother Yuan, you're mine now."
Lu Yuan was covered in sweat. He kicked the man off the bed and said, "Get out of here, you idiot. You'll be staying on the floor tonight."
Huo Hengzhou: "..." How come you turn your back on me as soon as you've pulled up your pants?
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That concludes the story of Third Brother; tomorrow will be the bonus chapter for Fourth Brother. [Vegetable Dog]
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