After a chaotic day, Cheng Ye felt very tired, his eyelids were heavy, and he became unconscious as soon as he touched the pillow. He fell asleep not long after lying on the bed.
He didn't know how long he slept, but when he opened his eyes, he saw a crystal chandelier, a large, bright sphere, the kind that would hit his head if he stood on tiptoe, and it was so bright that it hurt his eyes.
"Awake?" Cheng Ye turned his head and saw Jin Yuan.
Cheng Ye stared at him, blinked, and said, "Didn't I go to bed first last night? You wouldn't be so cruel as to do that, would you?"
"..." Jin Yuan poured him a cup of hot water, helped him up, let Cheng Ye lean on him, and said, "You have a low fever, maybe you caught a cold last night." He was probably frightened.
Jin Yuan didn't say it because he was afraid that Cheng Ye would be afraid of him too.
But he promised that he would never encounter such a thing again, and would never let him sleep alone again.
Cheng Ye narrowed his eyes, as if he also recalled that he felt cold all over after Jin Yuan left last night. Fortunately, he found a slightly thicker quilt.
But after all, it was a new house and a new bed, so it was definitely a little bit difficult to get used to. I stayed in bed for half the night and it was not just a cold.
Cheng Ye nodded, feeling much better. He smiled at Jin Yuan, touched his stomach, and said embarrassedly, "I didn't even eat the meal you made. What a pity."
"I'll do it for you again." Jin Yuan pulled down his hand that was rubbing his head vigorously, "Does it still hurt?"
There was a sharp pain on the back of his hand. Cheng Ye noticed a needle mark on the back of his hand. He might have received an IV drip overnight. Cheng Ye nodded: "My head hurts a lot and it's a little swollen."
After thinking for a moment, he added, "My mouth feels a little bitter and astringent. I want to eat something cool and sour... My throat feels dry and sore when I speak."
Jin Yuan pressed his solar plexus, and his cool fingers, like a switch, channeled all the heaviness away. "You can't eat anything cold. I made some chicken porridge with shredded ginger and chopped green onions. You can have a little later, but don't eat too much. The doctor said that indigestion can easily cause a fever, so you really need to be more careful."
Cheng Ye pouted and was about to speak when he was interrupted by Jin Yuan again.
The boss looked him up and down, his eyes sweeping over his thin wrists and slender neck, as well as the delicate collarbone exposed on his chest where the quilt had slipped off. His Adam's apple moved up and down, and he said lightly, "You are too weak. Starting tomorrow, you need to exercise more. I've signed you up for a fitness class. Go for a run when you have nothing to do."
Cheng Ye's eyes widened, and the warmth he had just felt disappeared in an instant. He turned his back to Jin Yuan and said, "I'm not going!"
Tsk, they all have beautiful girls in golden houses, with good food and drink and good service.
He is spoiled, why should he suffer when he has nothing to eat or drink and is bullied all day long? Do people who are kept by others have no human rights?
Cheng Ye is thin. Due to his physical condition, he can't gain weight or build muscles. There's no point in going to the gym, so he won't go!
"You have to go!" Jin Yuan grabbed his hand, his rough palm caressing his delicate skin, the back of his hand rubbing his forehead. After confirming that his fever had subsided, he tucked the quilt in for him, "There's no room for negotiation on this matter."
Physical condition can be changed. I don't want him to become a bodybuilder, but it won't hurt to be healthier.
Jin Yuan was about to stand up and get him something to eat when Cheng Ye suddenly turned around, put his arms around his waist, and said aggrievedly, "Okay, I'll go. Don't leave."
Jin Yuan was stunned for a moment, then sat down again: "Don't be afraid, I'll go get the medicine."
Cheng Ye closed his eyes, then opened them again after a few seconds: "No, don't go."
Seeing the panic on his face, Jin Yuan thought about how he was frightened last night and needed comfort, but he ran to the next room and left him alone in the room worried and scared. His heart sank and he grabbed Cheng Ye's hand: "Okay, I won't leave. I'll go after you fall asleep."
"No, I won't go even if I fall asleep. I won't take medicine." Cheng Ye lay on the bed, reached out and patted the place next to him, and pulled Jin Yuan to lie down. The other party was so tired that he could only hug his waist helplessly, trying to warm him with his body temperature and dispel some of the coldness in his body. "Okay, go to sleep."
Cheng Ye snuggled in his arms and rubbed against him, with the corners of her mouth slightly raised when she closed her eyes.
Thank you Xiao Chubai, thank you for making Jin Yuan temporarily forget what he originally wanted to do, thank you for helping me escape for another day.
Jin Yuan didn't know what he was thinking. He thought his presence made him happy and relieved, so he hugged him tighter, kissed him lightly on the forehead, then closed his eyes and fell asleep.
Jin Yuan did what he said, and the next day Cheng Ye got a set of cards, pure black, a particularly ruthless color.
It is said that there are gold medal personal trainers who can tailor fitness plans for individuals, but Cheng Ye was not interested at all. He pinched the fat on his belly.
Food also has dignity. It would be embarrassing to just casually lose the fat that has been transformed by human effort.
Cheng Ye had no intention of exercising. He was bored staying at home alone, and his head was aching from the nagging of his bodyguard. After dinner, he strolled downstairs.
The gym is just downstairs, turn left and less than 500 meters away. After entering, Cheng Ye did not look for a coach and sat alone in the rest area. He did not bring his mobile phone when he came. He casually flipped through the magazine on the table and drank a glass of boiled water for a long time.
At this moment, a man suddenly came over and asked with a smile: "What are you doing here? Aren't you going to play with the equipment?"
Cheng Ye turned around and saw a tall man who looked to be about twenty-four or twenty-five. He was handsome and exuded a sunny and energetic vibe. He had a very kind face and made people feel close to him.
However, although the other party's tone was familiar, Cheng Ye was sure that he could not find the relevant person in his memory, whether it was the original owner or the one he came here after.
Cheng Ye stepped back slightly and gave an aloof smile: "No, I'll take a break." He looked around and saw that there were still many seats nearby. Since he didn't want to leave, he had to leave by himself.
The man came closer, leaning down slightly to block some of the light, and the smile on his face gradually deepened: "Hello, my name is Xie Yan, I have no ill intentions, I just saw that you were here alone so..." The teasing in his tone was obvious.
The gym is a paradise for gays. Cheng Ye has heard that many gay men pick up people here, but he didn't expect to meet one himself.
If it were my old self, even if I stared at this face, most people wouldn't talk to me.
Although his appearance was attractive, it also inadvertently drove away many people.
After all, although fox spirits are beautiful, they are evil and can destroy an dynasty. People with such strong yang energy who are obviously not addicted to sensual pleasures will not be provoked casually.
They all regard people like themselves as femme fatales, or...improper people.
It seems the White Lotus Aura is truly powerful. Less than fifteen minutes into its existence, someone can't hold back anymore?!
No wonder those white lotus boats connected by iron chains were mostly attracted by the pungent smell on their bodies.
Cheng Ye's expression suddenly changed, his eyes darkened, and he said unhappily, "Sorry, I have something else to do. I'll leave first."
The man was stunned for a moment, then smiled, pursing his lips. "It seems I was abrupt and scared you. I should be the one to apologize. Excuse me, may I know your name? I'll treat you to a meal some other day to make amends."
Cheng Ye's expression was calm: "Your approach is not an apology. If you really feel abrupt and sorry, please don't continue to talk to me under the pretext of apologizing. Instead, leave quickly and stay as far away from me as possible!"
"..." The man looked at Cheng Ye's departing figure, a smile spreading across his lips. He twirled his fingers, as if wondering what it would feel like if he could really touch her face. He chuckled softly, "She's quite wild, like a little wild cat."
When he got home, Cheng Ye threw his backpack down and started complaining, "I don't want to go to the gym anymore!"
Jinyuan actually arrived home earlier than him. He was wearing an apron and frying rice. It was obvious that he had not forgotten to cook for him.
The whirring sound of the range hood coming from the kitchen couldn't mask Cheng Ye's anger. He stuck his head out and asked, "What's wrong? Why are you so angry?"
Cheng Ye snorted coldly and rolled his eyes at him: "Someone harassed me and said that the gym was a gathering place for that kind of thing, but you still insisted on sending me there."
Jin Yuan's face changed drastically. He put down the spatula and grabbed his hand, examining it from top to bottom. "What did you say?"
Cheng Ye really hates going to the gym. He doesn't want to go downstairs or see people. In the middle of summer, he should stay in the air-conditioned room, enjoy the cool air, curl up on the sofa, watch TV and eat watermelon.
He hated the way people looked at him, and he hated even more that he had to pretend to be weak and innocent all the time because of his bodyguards. Even if there were surveillance cameras at home, could a innocent person like him do something weird just by watching TV?!
Cheng Ye exaggerated the story, recounting how a man had approached him at the gym today. He finally gulped down a large glass of ice water before reluctantly stopping and concluding, "If someone is being too attentive without any reason, they are either a traitor or a thief."
Although he knew that he had bodyguards around him, he was still worried. He became even more uneasy after listening to his description. But Jin Yuan was also persistent. He let out his pent-up breath and said in a low voice with some grievance: "I can't not go. Next time, have someone follow closely?" This time it was his negligence. He only thought that there would be no danger at the door of his house, but he did not consider that Xiao Ye's face was also a nuisance.
"Can't I just not go?" Cheng Ye used his trump card. He got into Jin Yuan's arms and rubbed against him several times. In the end, Jin Yuan just held his face and kissed him hard, "No."
Cheng Ye: "... Go away, go away!!" Dbai is acting like a spoiled child, give it back to me!
…
Even though Cheng Ye was surrounded by all kinds of muscular men, that man still lingered around her. He would smile at Cheng Ye even if they were thousands of miles apart, and would take the time to say hello when they passed by.
Cheng Ye was so annoyed and couldn't stand the harassment that he simply accepted the other party's invitation.
I really think I'm a fool. He has the aura of a white lotus, not the aura of a heartthrob. After being threatened by the bodyguard, he can still appear in front of me and tease me without changing his expression. It's probably a waste of his talent for him to do an ordinary white-collar job.
Since the other party came with obvious intentions, I would be annoyed to death if I don’t give him some face.
Cheng Ye was already feeling a bit miserable in the summer, and being thrown into the gym had already suppressed a wave of anger. Now there were still people who were so blind as to approach him. It was like a tiger that didn't show its might, and someone treated me like a lucky cat!
The afternoon sun was warm. Cheng Ye sat near the window, supporting his chin and looking at the hurried pedestrians coming and going outside.
Xie Yan strode forward, his every gesture like he was walking down a red carpet, easily catching the attention of everyone around him. This was especially true of the girls passing by. They had originally looked gloomy in the summer, but the moment they saw Xie Yan, their eyes lit up. There were even two girls in miniskirts, seemingly high school students, chatting with each other on their phones, as if they wanted to approach him and ask for his contact information, but they didn't dare.
Cheng Ye rolled his eyes slightly. Children are just children. Beauty is but a skeleton. The more beautiful they are, the more likely they are to be a demon with painted skin!
666: "..." Did it find too many inappropriate TV shows for Daye to watch? Is it too late to watch Boonie Bears now?!
Xie Yan breathed a sigh of relief when he saw the sign of the cafe, but did not walk in immediately. Instead, he adjusted his hair and collar facing the window, and even bared his teeth to ensure that his expression was in control.
Although he was not standing directly facing Cheng Ye, but——
Cheng Ye: “…” Is this kid stupid?
666 covered his face and said, "This window is like a mirror from the outside. You can't see inside."
Xie Yan had a sunny and handsome face, a bit like the youthful and dazzling schoolboy sweating profusely on the university basketball court. He had big eyes and single eyelids. Because of his youth, his skin was very good, and he even had bags under his eyes. When he looked at people, there seemed to be a bright light hidden in his eyes, but -
Because the distance was too close, Cheng Ye saw a soft glow on his face, as if he had applied powder, and the skin on his face was indeed a little whiter than the base of his neck.
Cheng Ye: “…” It’s confirmed. This person came here specifically to seduce me.
With a ding-bell sound, a tall man pushed the door open and the young lady came to greet him. He curved the corners of his lips and said something, and the young lady blushed instantly.
Xie Yan said a few more words, and the young lady covered her mouth and laughed, giving him a direction. Following the young lady's finger, Xie Yan's eyes fell on Cheng Ye.
After sitting down, Xie Yan was about to speak when he turned his head and saw the beautiful spring scenery outside the window. The fingers that were flipping through the menu suddenly froze and his expression changed.
"..." Thinking of the other person looking at his exposed gums to see if there were any vegetable leaves, Cheng Ye took a sip of soda water unnaturally and coughed twice, "Mr. Xie, what would you like to drink?"
Xie Yan feigned indifference, his fingers tightly gripping the menu until his knuckles turned slightly white from exerting too much force. After half a minute, he had adjusted himself, his expression slowly relaxing. "I'm fine with that, how about you?"
"A cup of American coffee." Cheng Ye handed the menu to the young lady and ordered a black garnish cake, blueberry mousse, and snow mountain donuts.
Xie Yan's mouth twitched: "I don't eat dessert."
Cheng Ye gave him a puzzled look: "If you want to eat, order for yourself. This is all mine."
Half of Xie Yan's face was twitching. He smiled bitterly and said, "Desserts are not good for your health. If you like, you can have a bite or two."
Cheng Ye shook his head: "No, I didn't want to work out in the first place. My husband forced me to go. He doesn't even let me eat cake at home, so after such a hard time coming out, of course I have to make enough money before I go back."
Xie Yan was a little surprised. He didn't expect Cheng Ye to openly tell him about his significant other. Was it a test for him? However—
A hint of smile appeared in Xie Yan's eyes: "Really? I didn't expect you to have a girlfriend at such a young age?"
Cheng Ye curled his lips, as if mentioning that person made him feel happy: "Not a girlfriend, but a boyfriend." Just then, the American coffee arrived. He took a sip, the sour taste filling his taste buds. He said with bared teeth, "Tsk, I really don't understand why he likes this stuff. It's really unpalatable."
Xie Yan was even more surprised. He vaguely knew where the relationship between Cheng Ye and Jin Yuan began. Doesn't Cheng Ye feel a little unwilling? Doesn't he want to live his own life?
Xie Yan put away the smile on his face: "Do you still remember Lin Ru?"
Cheng Ye was slightly stunned, his heart ached, and he shook his head: "I don't know her, your girlfriend?"
Xie Yan laughed when he heard this. He really found it funny, but at the same time, he couldn't help but narrow his eyes. "Lin Ru, the youngest daughter of the current head of the Lin family, disappeared thirty years ago. It is said that she died of childbirth twenty years ago. In fact, she was just unconscious and was taken away secretly. Cheng Ye, if you want, I can help you."
Cheng Ye's expression was tense, his grip on the cup tightened slightly, his lowered eyelids were trembling, his curled eyelashes were fluttering, and the hot steam of the coffee lingered on his face, but it couldn't cover up the sadness emanating from him.
After a long while, Cheng Ye finally sorted out the chaotic aura on his body, stared at Xie Yan and asked warily: "What do you want?"
Xie Yan patiently said, "Don't you want to take revenge on those who have hurt and insulted you? Someone asked me to help you."
He didn't want to get to the point so quickly. He originally wanted to get closer to Cheng Ye and wait until they had a closer relationship before saying anything.
But Cheng Ye was like a string bean, unresponsive to any temptation. He even felt that if he missed this opportunity, he might never have the chance to be so close to Cheng Ye again, so he had to quickly play his trump card...
Cheng Ye was in a trance. He thought of the scenes of his father going home with different women to fool around, and the scenes of those women punching and kicking him at will. He also thought of the scene when, after his desperate pleading, the man put on a forced smile and stuffed him into the arms of the greasy rich businessman. At that time, his heart was filled with hatred!
The waves in his eyes were like ripples, shaking layer by layer.
Cheng Ye was thinking at that time that once he escaped, he would drag them down to hell with him even if he died!
He initially ran away and looked for rich men to hang out with, just to use his power and money so that one day he could trample those who bullied him under his feet!
Now—you can do it without selling your body, relying on others, or even trying to please Jin Yuan.
Cheng Ye looked confused. It didn't matter to him who Lin Ru was. The most important thing was what Lin Ru could do for him!
Even if he couldn't get revenge, he could still be guaranteed food and clothing for the rest of his life - and he wouldn't have to commit himself to any man, including Jin Yuan.
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