Chapter 38: You don’t even know how to rub someone’s back? You’re too attentive…

Jiang Wang came on the fifth day. When he came, Ji Zhiyang was sitting on the couch with his knees hugged, reading a storybook, bored. When he saw Jiang Wang, his eyes lit up, "Jiang Wang? Why are you here?" He threw the storybook aside, stood up and walked towards Jiang Wang.

He and Jiang Wangzhen haven't seen each other for a long time.

Gu Huai wouldn't let him leave the house. The only place he could go on weekdays was the main courtyard. After being discovered by Gu Jing, Gu Huai rarely let him go out of the house.

Jiang Wang frowned, "Why? You don't welcome me?" He walked to the table and sat down, picked up the teacup and took a sip of tea, and said, "The prince asked me to come, saying that you have been bored in your room for too long, so he asked me to come and keep you company."

Care?

What happened to him? He suddenly became kind?

Before, he was not allowed to go out, nor was Jiang Wang allowed to visit him. Every day when he looked around, he saw either Gu Huai, Yun Fu, or Chun Xing. He rarely saw Pei Ji. What happened today? Did he suddenly change his personality?

Jiang Wang took another sip of tea and put down the cup. "I've wanted to come see you for a long time. But my brother said that you were sick and needed to rest, so he didn't want me to disturb you." He stood up and walked to Ji Zhiyang's side, and asked with concern: "Are you okay, Zhiyang?"

I'm fucking imprisoned!

I was locked in the house by Gu Huai, and he wouldn't even let me out!

He is not sick at all, he is clearly being abused and tortured.

Ji Zhi? Yang complained in his heart, but said with a smile on his face: "Well, it's okay now."

"That's good. I was worried a few days ago." Jiang Wang patted Ji Zhiyang's shoulder lightly, as if he suddenly thought of something. "Yes, Ji Zhiyang, I saw the owner of Xianxianglou at the gate of the palace. He said he wanted to see you. He said he was..."

Before he could finish his words, he was interrupted by Ji Zhiyang. He frowned, "Why? Here again? What do you want from me?" He waved his hand and said, "Ignore him. I don't even know him. Why does he bother me again and again?"

So annoying!

You don't even recognize me. You must be crazy.

If Gu Huai knew this, given his suspicious personality, he would definitely think I was trying to convey something. The news got out.

Jiang Wang nodded: "Oh."

Look at this? Zhi? Yang really? doesn't recognize him.

What did he say he was? Alpha, where was his hometown? Twenty? One century...? Yang was like an old friend of his, just tell him? Yang would know...

Forget it. Looking at Yang's reaction just now, I think he wouldn't understand even if I told him. He probably recognized the wrong person.

Jiang Wang retracted his thoughts, "Zhi Yang, in three days it will be New Year's Eve. The prince will go to the palace that day. If you have nothing to do, come and spend it with us."

When Ji Zhi heard Jiang Wang mention New Year's Eve, his eyes lit up, then dimmed again.

Didn't expect this? The Chinese New Year was approaching, but he didn't feel the slightest bit of anticipation or festive atmosphere. He even felt a little lonely.

On New Year's Eve, will you let me go?

Or continue to imprison me...

He raised his eyes and looked out the window. The sky was a little gloomy and gray, as if it was going to snow.

He used to like snow very much, but since coming to this world, he no longer likes snowy weather.

I remember the first snow in winter, which lasted for two whole days. Gu Huai imprisoned him in the room and did not allow him to go out. He lay on the windowsill and looked at the snowflakes falling outside the window.

I don't know why? When I saw the vast expanse of white, I felt empty, uncomfortable, and depressed. Do I feel like a snowflake? In this world, I am helpless and have no relatives or friends...

Jiang Wang saw Ji Zhiyang was stunned, reached out and touched his arm, and asked: "Zhiyang, what's wrong with you?"

Ji Zhi? Yang Hui? Coming to his senses, he forced a smile: "No, nothing."

Jiang Wang looked at the smile on Ji Zhiyang's face and felt that it was a little unusual. He hesitated for a moment, but finally did not ask, "Zhiyang, then what? We agreed that we will have a reunion dinner together on New Year's Eve."

Ji Zhi? Yang curled his lips perfunctorily, "Okay..."

I don’t know whether Gu Huai will agree or not.

He was not at home on New Year's Eve, so he should? Agree.

Besides, he is with Jiang Wang, so it shouldn't be a big deal if he is worried.

Jiang Wang chattered for a while, telling Ji Zhiyang about the interesting things that happened in the past few months. Ji Zhiyang listened with great interest, and smiled brilliantly from time to time.

Jiang Wangzhen is really a lively guy. He has a lively personality and is not particular about details. Whenever he encounters something that makes him happy or unhappy, he will tell others about it.

Ji Zhiyang likes his straightforwardness and humor.

The two chatted for a long time. Although they couldn't leave the house, with Jiang Wang accompanying them, they didn't find it boring.

Jiang Wang didn't leave until dusk fell. Before leaving, he said, "Zhi Yang, Changyue Street has been very lively these days. Let's go shopping tomorrow."

Ji Zhiyang agreed without hesitation. He had been locked up for too long and wanted to go out for a walk.

But how can I get Gu Huai to agree?

In order to leave the house, Ji Zhiyang racked his brains to think of a solution. After thinking about it for a long time, he came up with an idea.

When Gu Huaihui arrived at the palace, it was already very late. As soon as he stepped over the threshold, he saw Ji Zhiyang standing upright. Seeing him coming, he immediately stepped forward and said attentively: "Prince~ You are back? Are you hungry? I have prepared a midnight snack for you, would you like to try it?" He raised his hand and gestured twice, "Are you tired? I will give you a massage?"

Please him first and make him happy, then talk about other things.

Gu Hui glanced at him, seeing his eagerness to please, and raised his eyebrows, saying, "Bring it here and have a taste."

"Okay, please wait a moment." Ji Zhiyang immediately ran to the kitchen.

In less than a moment, he came to the bedroom with a bowl of steaming hot soup noodles, placed it in front of Gu Huai with a smile, and said, "Noodles are easier to digest at night. Your Majesty, please try it. If you like it, I will make it for you in the future."

Gu Huai picked up the noodles and took a bite. Ji Zhi? Yang couldn't wait to ask, "How was it?"

“Not bad.”

After receiving the compliment, Ji Zhiyang approached Gu Huai with a smile, "As long as it suits your taste." He then raised his hand and placed it on Gu Huai's shoulder, massaging his shoulders, "Your Highness, you have worked hard. I will massage your shoulders for you." He massaged a few times and then said, "How do you think the strength is?"

"Yeah, not bad."

Ji Zhi? Yang said in a flattering manner: "If you feel comfortable, I will often massage your shoulders and back in the future."

Gu Huai closed his eyes and leaned back in his chair without answering. Ji Zhiyang lowered his eyes, a smile on his lips, and said slowly: "New Year's Eve will be in three days." Seeing that Gu Huai still closed his eyes and didn't react, he pursed his lips and continued: "Jiang Wang came today... He invited me to spend New Year's Eve with him..."

"Hmm." Gu hummed lazily.

When Ji Zhiyang saw that he agreed, he paused with his hand on his shoulder, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

Gu Huai didn't refuse?

"You agreed?" Ji Zhiyang looked at him happily.

"Yeah." Gu Huai responded nonchalantly.

Ji Zhiyang was overjoyed and said excitedly: "Prince, you are so kind!"

He was originally afraid that Gu Huai would not agree, but who would have thought that he would agree so easily.

It seems that being attentive is still very effective?

His hands? He clenched his fists and hammered Gu Huai's shoulders again and again, and continued to pursue his victory and said: "My Lord, can I go out for a walk tomorrow? I'm almost bored staying in the mansion every day."

His tone was a little nervous, fearing that Gu Huai would not allow him to leave the house, so he repeatedly assured: "The servant and Jiang Wang will go together and go for a walk."

I don't go anywhere except shopping!

Gu Huai opened his eyes and looked at him for a few seconds, "Okay."

Ji Zhi? Yang was stunned. "Okay?"

He...agreed?

You agree now? Did I hear you right?

Ji Zhi blinked his eyes, looked at Gu Huai in disbelief, and confirmed: "You, you agree?"

"Yeah." Gu Huai responded coldly, then closed his eyes and dozed off again.

Ji Zhi? Yang Jian couldn't believe it! Gu Huai was just like that? He agreed to let him leave the house?

He thought that Gu Huaihui would reject him, then ask him what he was doing outside and who he was meeting, and then the two of them would argue for a long time... In the end, he didn't even ask and agreed immediately.

...It seems that being attentive really works!

What did I do earlier? I didn’t find out! Even if I had found out earlier, I wouldn’t have needed to do it? Why was I locked up for so long? For so long!

He achieved his goal, very happy!

I couldn't help but grin, I was in such a good mood!

He took his hand off Gu's shoulder, smiling, "My Lord, I won't bother you any more. Have a good rest." He then walked happily towards the door.

Before I even reached the door, I heard Gu Huai's quiet voice, "Wait."

Ji Zhi? Yang paused, turned around and looked at Gu Huai, and asked, "Does the prince have any other instructions?"

Gu Huai said: "This king wants to take a bath, you wait on him."

ah?

Ji Zhi? Yang was stunned.

Bath?

...I serve?

Why am I the one serving you?

No...can I refuse?

...It seems not.

...What's going on? What's wrong with me? My legs are shaking?

He couldn't help swallowing.

Looking at him with a frown, he said, "What are you still standing there for? Come over here and help me undress."

...It seems like you're being a little too attentive.

He walked stiffly to the table, slowly untied Gu Huai's belt, and took off his outer shirt. As his underwear became loose, he caught a glimpse of her. He quickly looked away, and the tips of his ears turned red.

How many times have we been honest with each other? Why? Still? I am shy!!

His shy look caught Gu Huai's eyes. He curled his lips, walked behind the screen, and stepped into the bathtub.

Ji Zhiyang stood outside the screen and heaved a sigh of relief after hearing the splashing sound. He had just hung his outer robe on the rack when he heard Gu Huai calling him.

"Come and rub my back."

Ji Zhi? Yang: ...

Can I not go? Can I not go?!

I'm afraid... I don't want to serve you!

His whole body went limp and his calves were shaking as if they were cramping.

"Aren't you coming over yet?" Gu Huai raised his voice slightly.

Ji Zhi? Yang shuddered, gritted his teeth, and moved behind the screen.

Gu Huai sat in the bathtub with his eyes half closed.

Ji Zhiyang walked forward tremblingly, picked up the towel, and carefully wiped his shoulders and neck. After wiping a few times, Gu Huai suddenly reached out and grabbed his wrist, and said in a low voice: "You don't even know how to wipe my back?"

The warm and moist palm against his skin made Ji Zhiyang's body stiffen.

ah?!

This is... wrong?

Before he could figure out the answer, Gu Huai dragged him into the bathtub.

Ji Zhi? With a thud? He fell into the tub, splashing water all over the place. He climbed up in a panic and looked at Gu Huai with a face full of fear.

It's over! It's over!

I'm dead!

Gu Huai leaned on the edge of the bathtub, looking lazy: "No? Shit? Then I'll teach you."