Chapter 19 Hot Afternoon
The rumors about the "ghost" in the grove of the Sports College became more and more bizarre, with various versions. Even Ling Yue, who was usually elusive, heard about it.
He felt something was wrong.
Although he did not believe in ghosts and gods, he was worried that His Highness would be frightened by these strange stories, so he followed him even more closely, staying almost every step of the way near Pei Heng.
So Pei Heng always felt uncomfortable these days.
When I walk on the street, in the library, or even on the dormitory balcony, I always feel like someone is watching me secretly.
Pei Heng was still wondering whether he should find time to go to Su Muzhe to get the medicine.
Shen Shi naturally noticed it when he went out that day and passed by the lawn of the small park near the school alone.
"Ling Yue."
The moment he finished speaking, Ling Yue appeared silently a few steps in front of him.
Ling Yue stood tall and straight like a pine tree, his face stern as he clasped his fists respectfully, "Princess, are you calling me?"
"Princess, I have been on guard in the forest recently because I heard that there are evil spirits lurking there, playing tricks, and I am truly worried about disturbing the safety of you and Your Highness!"
Shen Shi: “…”
He rubbed his brows and decided to get straight to the point. "Didn't you think the rumors were about you?"
Ling Yue was stunned, a rare look of confusion appeared on his stern face, "Me?"
He then said sternly, "Princess, please understand! I will do my utmost to protect Your Highness. Please rest assured, Your Highness!"
Chen Shi felt helpless as he looked at the loyal but stubborn leader of the secret guards in front of him.
"Forget it. I'm going to be away from school for a few days tomorrow and go back home. You have to protect His Highness well and then... find a suitable time to meet him."
Ling Yue's movements were quick and decisive. He clasped his fists and accepted the order, "Yes, I will live up to your trust! Your Highness's safety is assured, and I will not hesitate to die!"
Shen Shi: “…”
"You haven't learned modern Chinese at all."
Ling Yue: “I learned it.”
"Then just copy it. It seems that the learning effect is not very good."
Ling Yue: “.”
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On the dormitory balcony.
Pei Heng curled up in a large recliner, casually covering his face with a thin coat to block out the sun.
Then I heard the balcony door being opened, and someone came in with a familiar and refreshing breath.
Pei Heng didn't move. He pulled down the coat covering his face, revealing his sleepy eyes, and looked over.
He looked a little sleepy and lazy as if he had just woken up. The sunlight fell on his profile and slightly open collar, making him unknowingly charming.
Shen Shi squatted down beside Pei Heng, his eyes falling on Pei Heng's arm which was slightly red from the sun.
He stretched out his hand and gently touched the warm and hot skin with the back of his hand. The temperature made him unable to let go, and his fingertips unconsciously rubbed it lightly.
"Heng," Chen Shi said softly, "I need to take a few days off to go home."
Pei Heng didn't even raise his eyelids, and said "oh" lazily, looking very indifferent.
But Chen Shi didn't say anything further.
There is no tacit understanding, Pei Heng thought.
After a few seconds of silence, Pei Heng raised his eyelids and looked directly at Shen Shi. "What are you going to do?"
Shen Shi looked at him and said, “Go back and take the family property, the old man is dying.”
Pei Heng: “…”
He was stunned for a moment, his eyes widened a little, staring straight at Shen Shi, his lips slightly opened as if he wanted to say something, but he was stuck.
Xiao Pei, who was still sleepy, was not very good at comforting others.
Shen Shi easily saw through the mixed emotions of surprise and worry in his eyes.
The corners of his lips curved up as he soothed her, "I'm not sad. The old man and I... there's really no grandfather-grandson relationship to speak of."
Shen Shi recalled the collusion between the Shen family and the Regent in his previous life, as well as the conspiracies that almost dragged both him and His Highness into the abyss.
Fortunately, the Shen family has no memories in this life, which saves a lot of trouble.
These surging old memories sank into his eyes, making his gaze deeper.
Pei Heng didn't know what Shen Shi was thinking. He only saw the gloomy dark color in his eyes and thought that he was still a little sad.
He propped himself up on the recliner and sat up straight, his eyes falling on Shen Shi's face, and he took the hand that was still stroking his arm.
"Chen Shi," Pei Heng's voice softened a little, with a hint of seriousness, "You can be sad."
Shen Shi's eyes flickered slightly, and he nodded gently, resting his cheek on Pei Heng's warm knees, tilting his head and looking up at him.
Those beautiful eyes, with slightly upturned corners, were now filled with dependence and secret desire.
"Well...actually, I'm a little sad." He rubbed Pei Heng's knee with his cheek as if seeking comfort.
Pei Heng's heart seemed to be hit by something soft.
He raised his hand, and his fingertips first fell on Shen Shi's soft black hair, rubbing it like smoothing hair.
Then, he carefully touched the corners of Shen Shi's eyes.
He liked Shen Shi's eyes very much, but he didn't like seeing sadness in those eyes.
Pei Heng moved his nose a little closer, like a noble feline, hesitant and serious.
"Should I coax you then?"
As soon as the words fell, Shen Shi suddenly raised his head and kissed Pei Heng on the cheek.
Pei Heng couldn't say the rest of the words.
He blinked, his eyelashes trembling. When he came to his senses and looked at Chen Shi who was leaning on his knees, the distance between them was so close that their noses were almost touching and their breathing could be heard.
Chen Shi raised his face, his eyes innocent and frank, "Ah Heng, I don't know how long it will take for me to come back, I will miss you very much..."
The soft touch on Pei Heng's cheek had not yet disappeared, so he raised his hand and gently pinched Shen Shi's chin, forcing him to tilt his head back slightly.
"I already let you kiss me."
"not enough……"
Shen Shi nudged Pei Heng's hand that was pinching his chin. Beneath his submissive posture, some deeper thoughts were churning in his heart, but he was afraid of scaring the person he loved.
In the end, he just leaned close to Pei Heng's ear and whispered a word.
"I want Ah Heng to bite me and leave a mark, okay?"
Pei Heng's ears were burning red, and he frowned, a little embarrassed and annoyed, "Chen Shi, are you a pervert?"
Shen Shi laughed softly and admitted frankly, "Yes."
Pei Heng was infuriated by his straightforward answer and pulled Shen Shi towards him.
Shen Shi was caught off guard, his upper body completely falling into Pei Heng's arms.
Pei Heng lowered his head slightly and bit Chen Shi's collarbone. The bite was not light, with a bit of anger and shame.
In an instant, Shen Shi's body tensed up, then slowly relaxed.
He raised his face, his Adam's apple rolled slightly, his beautiful dark eyes were filled with misty and moist water vapor, his long eyelashes trembled slightly, revealing his forbearance.
Shen Shi unconsciously rubbed his cheek against the hair on the side of Pei Heng's neck and hugged his thin waist tightly.
Pei Heng tasted a light, subtle flavor, and took another lingering bite of the slightly sunken collarbone before loosening his teeth.
He closed his eyes and let the overly tight, even ambiguous hug go.
The late summer afternoon sun was hot, and a thin layer of sweat oozed from the skin of the two people pressed tightly together. The air was filled with the vigorous and restless atmosphere unique to young people.
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