Old cow eating young grass
Song Song did not live in the Prince's Mansion often. He had few brothers and sisters. Although he was the most dissolute, he was also the most favored. So, before he even came of age, he already had his own villa.
This villa is located in a bustling area, but its furnishings and appearance are not luxurious. Instead, it exudes an elegant and understated wealth.
Upon receiving the visiting card yesterday, Song Song waited at the door early in the morning.
Upon seeing You Youju, he was quite taken aback and instinctively called out, "Brother You."
You Youju felt as if he had been in another world. After all, for him, it wasn't just a year since he had last seen Song Song, but countless days and nights. So much so that this address of "Brother You" gave him a feeling of being firmly rooted on this land.
He didn't answer for a moment, just stared blankly at Song Song.
"Ahem," Chaolan reminded her.
Song Song immediately changed his address and bowed to You Youju, saying, "Elder Guichen." He then welcomed the two of them inside.
Song Song whispered to Chao Lan, "No wonder you looked like that when you saw You Youju that day; it was exactly the same."
The master and apprentice first explored all four directions before applying talismans and setting up a protective barrier.
"As expected, Xiao Baiyao is no good. I knew something was wrong when I checked the accounts with Qi Ye after we got back," Song Song said indignantly.
Chaolan asked, "Then why didn't you tell me?"
Song Song waved his hand: "You didn't know him back then, and that kid couldn't be found anywhere in the city. Who knew he was the heinous regent? If he had fallen into my hands, I would have torn him to pieces."
You Youju laughed out loud. When Song Song saw You Youju laugh, he immediately stopped being so carefree and became much more reserved.
Seeing Song Song's discomfort, You Youju said with a hint of helplessness, "Just do it as usual."
Song Song lay listlessly on the table: "How can that be the same? Before, you were Zhu Xun's uncle, and now you are Huai Jing's master. You have both the title of Demon Emperor and the title of War God. How could I dare to call you brother?"
There's really nothing we can do about identity here, and You Youju felt quite uncomfortable: "Identities are given by people. You still treat me like Brother You, and I still call you Pine Nut Candy, just like before. When did you, Song Song, become so bound by rules?"
Seeing Song Song like this, Chao Lan couldn't help but laugh and cry: "Do whatever makes you feel comfortable, there's no need to be nervous."
Song Song glanced at You Youju and then at Chao Lan: "If that's the case, then can Huai Jing still call you Brother You? If I call you Brother You, wouldn't that mess up the seniority?"
Upon hearing the address "Brother You," the two unconsciously exchanged a glance before quickly looking away.
"See? You two are both blushing with embarrassment. How can I possibly call you that?" Song Song added insult to injury.
You Youju hurriedly took a sip of tea, blinked at Lan, and glanced around, pretending not to hear anything.
"Don't be so reserved, kid." You Youju changed the subject with a forced smile: "Where's Qi? How's he doing?"
The two used to be inseparable, and he would take care of everything, like adding water and pouring tea. Is his absence now a consequence of something that happened?
Song Song looked somewhat dejected: "Seven is still resting, having suffered for several days thanks to Xiao Baiyao. I have never wronged Xiao Baiyao in the slightest during the time we spent together, so why should I treat Seven like this?"
You Youju looked ashamed: "I'm sorry..."
Song Song raised his hand to stop You Youju's apology: "Xiao Baiyao deliberately approached him, and Qi Ye had worked under him before. If anyone is to blame, it's that beast. Qi Ye told me everything. After Zhu Xun seized power, he had someone heal his injuries and didn't torture him again." At this point, he took a deep breath and looked at Chao Lan with a complicated expression: "The two of you were able to save Qi Ye by working together from the inside and outside."
Chao Lan frowned almost imperceptibly: "I didn't do anything."
You Youju had already heard about these things from Chaolan: "It's good that he's alright."
The room fell silent after those words were spoken.
Song Song clenched his fists, his eyes deep and unfathomable: "How can it be that nothing's wrong?"
You Youju realized he had said the wrong thing and looked to Chaolan for help. Chaolan shook his head at him with a serious expression, indicating that he should not ask any more questions.
Song Song gritted his teeth, his mouth filled with resentment: "Qi Ye's meridians were already severed, so he could no longer practice any magic. How much silver did it cost me to pick up that brat back then? I finally managed to raise him back then, and now his tendons in his hands and feet have been cut off. Although his life was saved and his injuries were healed..." He choked up as he said this: "But he can never practice martial arts again. How much suffering has he endured?"
Chao Lan didn't tell You Youjuqiye about his injuries, fearing he would blame himself too much.
You Youju's eyes widened. He knew that Song Song was saying he didn't blame him to comfort him, but he also knew that he was the one who caused all of this.
"What medicine do you need?"
Song Song shook his head: "The rescue wasn't timely enough. No matter how many miraculous medicines there are, they can only help with recuperation." He looked at You Youju with tears in his eyes: "If only there were immortals willing to descend to the mortal realm."
You Youju didn't know how to respond or what to say. She felt a lump in her throat, and her heart ached with pain and guilt.
Chao Lan interrupted, "Zitang, it's time for your class."
As if pulled back to his senses, Song Song stood up and said goodbye to the two of them: "Please make yourselves at home. Zitang will take his leave first, and we'll have dinner together when I get back."
After Song Song left, You Youju was still unable to detach herself from her emotions and was quite puzzled.
Chao Lan explained, "Song Song is almost developing inner demons because of Qi Ye's matter. It's fortunate that he can't cultivate immortality. If he continues to be immersed in this emotion, he will only be blinded and do foolish things."
You Youju sighed, "Is there any way to remedy this?"
Chao Lan shook her head and said, "I will protect their lineage for a hundred years. No matter what difficulties they face, they can seek help from Yun Di Peak."
The promise of the God of War is a contract.
You Youju also wanted to make a promise, but found that she could only afford to give some material things. And these material things, ever since Chao Lan was a child, whenever Song Song needed them and Chao Lan could provide them, she would continuously send them to Song Song.
You Youju changed the subject listlessly: "What classes did Song Song take?"
Chao Lan replied, "Song Song spent a lot of money to offer a reward for Xiao Baiyao, but to no avail. So he said he wanted to protect Qi, became a disciple, and went to learn martial arts every day, often returning covered in bruises."
There was a very faint noise outside the door. Youyouju opened the door and saw Qi about to leave. Youyouju called out to him, "Qi!"
Undiscovered and panicked, he walked forward alone.
Upon hearing that it was Qi, Chaolan realized that their conversation had been overheard and hurriedly chased after him, saying, "Qiye! Wait, let's eat something first?"
Chao Lan pulled Qi back, intending to say something, but found that Qi's eyes were red.
He let go, and the entire villa was enveloped in immense sorrow.
"My apologies, Your Highness."
You Youju saw Chaolan return and understood.
They looked at each other, each choked with grief and unable to speak.
When the door opened, You Youju heard Qi murmur, "He's already nineteen years old, what can he possibly learn? He's just suffering for nothing."
I know he doesn't mean what he says, I know he's tough on the outside but soft on the inside, I know he's cold on the outside but warm on the inside.
Song Song returned home exhausted in the evening, sneaking over the west wall where Chao Lan and You Youju lived.
Helpless, Chaolan caught him as he jumped down from the wall.
"Ouch! Ouch! Ouch! Ouch!"
The force of the fall was too great, and it seemed to have touched some fresh wound on him.
You Youju chimed in from the side, "Why not just use a Wind-Riding Talisman to descend?"
The two brothers then exclaimed in sudden realization, "Oh, right!"
Chao Lan treated Song Song's wounds, and You Youju asked, "Why didn't you come in through the main gate?"
Song Song winced in pain: "Ouch! I don't know who told Qi Ye! I told him I was going out to play, but as soon as I got to the alley entrance, someone reported that Qi Ye was waiting for me at the gate! Ouch! Huai Jing, be gentle! How could I dare to go against him? If he gets upset later, he'll threaten me with not eating again!"
You Youju laughed out loud: "You two are acting like you're henpecked."
"Bang!" The door was kicked open violently.
The scene was extremely chaotic. If another person had come at that moment, they would have seen Song Song, disheveled, hiding behind Chao Lan; Qi, who was aggressively kicking open the door and searching for Song Song with fiery eyes; Chao Lan, who was both amused and exasperated, with her hands on her chest in a gesture of surrender; and You Youju, who was holding medicine in both hands and looking astonished and confused.
Damn it! This is practically a scene of catching someone in the act!
"Qi Ye, let me explain..." Chao Lan uttered that classic line.
“Yes, Qi, don’t rush, let them explain first,” You Youju hurriedly said.
Without glancing to the side, he rushed forward and captured Song Song.
"Would you believe me if I said I fell off the wall?" Song Song said with a forced smile as she put on her clothes.
Seeing the former master and servants turn into this... well, given the situation, You and Ju wisely went out: "Let's go to the kitchen and see what we're going to eat." They closed the door behind them.
Before leaving, Chao Lan gave Song Song a thumbs-up.
I believe in you!
"Hey! You guys!"
Song Song, all smiles, sat up, leaning on the table for support. Qi remained silent, her face cold, staring intently at Song Song.
Song Song felt a chill run down his spine, but then he thought, "I'm the boss, what do I have to be afraid of!"
Suddenly, a sense of confidence rose in his heart: "Ahem, I'm telling you, Qi Ye, don't take my favor for granted. Don't think you can interfere in everything just because I dote on you."
It might be even better if the tone were more genuine.
Qi Yi remained silent, staring intently at Song Song. The spark that had just ignited was extinguished. Song Song turned her head away awkwardly and poured herself a cup of tea.
If it weren't for my wrist injury and feeling guilty, I wouldn't have spilled this cup of tea on myself.
Oh dear, isn't this undermining my prestige?
Qi Ye remained silent, took out his handkerchief, and wiped the water stains off Song Song's body repeatedly.
Song Song waved his hand away: "Alright, alright, you don't need to do these servants' chores."
Seeing that Qi Zhen had stopped moving, he turned his head without making a sound. Qi was still staring at him, but her eyes were red.
"I am your servant, young master."
Song Song couldn't help but feel annoyed: "Oh dear, what's wrong with you? I've already said I'm the eldest and you're the second eldest. What's with the master-servant distinction? Here, you are the master, understand?"
Qi remained silent. At times, Song Song truly hated this cold-faced freak.
"I'm not blaming you, but can't you at least give me some face in front of my friends? Look at you barging in like this today, how am I supposed to save face?"
Qi Ban knelt on the ground, took Song Song's wrist, and carefully examined his arm by rolling up his sleeve: "Did you fall while climbing over the wall like this?"
Seeing that Qi was ignoring her words, Song Song propped her face up with her other hand, turned her head away, pouted, and didn't answer.
Qi Wu dug out the ointment, melted it in his palm, and then applied it inch by inch to Song Song's wound.
Why should you seek out a master to learn martial arts?
Song Song did not reply.
"Is it because my subordinates are useless?"
"no."
“Yes,” Qi insisted.
Song Song still wouldn't look at him: "You've protected me for so many years, I'll take pity on you and be your bodyguard for a few years."
"Young Master." Qi's voice rang in Song Song's ears, soft and gentle, with a coaxing tone, "You are my only master."
Song Song's heart softened no matter what, and in a flash, her two moist lips pressed against each other.
Thump, thump, the echo of two hearts.
Song Song's eyes widened, but Qi Ye's eyes remained fixed on her, refusing to let go.
While Song Song was still in a daze, Qi Ye gave him a quick peck on the lips before pulling away, seemingly reluctant to leave.
Qi resumed her previous half-kneeling position, focusing intently on massaging Song Song's injuries, as if nothing had happened.
“I am not a useless person. If you wish to learn martial arts, please use me.”
Song Song blushed and rubbed his lips in disbelief.
"You! You! You scheming old bull, you want to eat young grass?!"
The atmosphere was extremely strange until the four of them ate together.
The master and apprentice thought that the two had had a big argument, which was why they pretended not to see each other. However, Qi Ye was still busy serving food to Song Song. Song Song did not say a word and buried his face in the bowl, eating with his head down.
You Youju and Chaolan exchanged a glance and burst into laughter through telepathy.
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