Chapter 243 - Love is like a child
After finishing the communication with Su Tang, the smile on Xie Zhao's face became even brighter, as if it was filled with sunshine outside the window.
He picked up a piece of tender steamed fish with chopsticks, carefully removed the small bones, and then naturally handed it to Chu Linyuan's mouth, his peach blossom eyes curved: "Brother, try this, the most tender piece!"
Chu Linyuan was drinking the fish soup slowly, and when he saw this, he paused slightly.
He raised his eyes to look at Xie Zhao, whose eyes were full of anticipation and a little pride, as if he was presenting a treasure.
He did not speak immediately, but reached out and gently grasped the wrist of Xie Zhao who was handing him the chopsticks. His fingertips stroked the slender wrist bone, causing a slight itch.
"I'll do it myself." Chu Linyuan's voice was low, with a hint of helplessness and indulgence that was barely perceptible. It wasn't that he disliked Xie Zhao's intimacy, he just wasn't used to it during meals.
Xie Zhao refused, exerting a little force with his wrist, holding up the chopsticks stubbornly, and opening his lips slightly: "No! I want to feed you! I have picked this boneless piece for a long time!" There was a hint of coquettishness in his eyes, and a hint of showing off, "Come and try the fish I caught with my own hands."
Chu Linyuan looked at him like this, and the little bit of determination in his heart instantly collapsed. He leaned forward slightly and opened his mouth to take the piece of fish meat.
The fish melted in his mouth and was extremely sweet, but what made his heart flutter even more was Xie Zhao's eyes as he looked at him intently, waiting for his comment.
"How?" Xie Zhao asked impatiently.
"It's okay." After carefully savoring it, Chu Linyuan gave his evaluation of his style.
"Just okay?" Xie Zhao raised an eyebrow, clearly dissatisfied with this assessment. He made a move to retract his chopsticks, "Then I'll eat the rest myself!"
Chu Linyuan was one step faster than him. He reached out and took the chopsticks from his hand. He picked up a piece of braised fish belly with smooth movements. He also looked at it carefully. After confirming that there were no bones, he handed it to Xie Zhao's lips and looked at him calmly: "Try this."
Xie Zhao was stunned for a moment, looking at Chu Linyuan's deep eyes, in which his own figure was clearly reflected.
His heart warmed up, as if he had been soaked in a hot spring, and he obediently opened his mouth and ate it. The rich aroma of the sauce exploded in his mouth, and the fish meat was soft and glutinous, cooked to perfection.
"Hmm! This is delicious!" Xie Zhao narrowed his eyes in satisfaction, like a cat whose fur was stroked, and the little awkwardness just now disappeared in an instant.
Chu Linyuan looked at his satisfied expression, the corners of his mouth twitching slightly. He scooped up another small bowl of milky white fish soup, blew on it gently, and pushed it in front of Xie Zhao: "Drink the soup."
The lunch ended in this kind of sickening atmosphere where you fed me and I served you a bowl of soup.
Even Gungun, who was lying at the foot of the table munching on his own portion of special fish paste cake, would occasionally raise his dark circles, look at the two owners feeding each other in confusion, and then continue to work hard.
After dinner, the two of them didn't leave immediately. The sea of flowers outside the window was even more gorgeous in the afternoon sun, and there were more people strolling around the pond to digest their food.
Xie Zhao leaned lazily on the couch by the window, his head resting on Chu Linyuan's legs, looking at the scene outside.
"Senior Brother, where are we going next?" Xie Zhao asked casually while playing with a strand of Chu Linyuan's hanging silver hair.
Chu Linyuan let him play with his hair with one hand, while with the other hand he was casually reading a volume of miscellaneous notes he had bought on the road. Hearing this, his eyes did not leave the volume, and he just said lightly: "It's up to you."
"I heard there's a Thousand Lakes Marsh to the south, dotted with countless lakes. There's a bird that can run on the water. It's really interesting!"
Xie Zhao began to imagine, "I could rent a small boat, go boating on the lake, go fishing, pick lotus seeds... and stay in a stilt house by the water at night, falling asleep to the sound of the water..."
He spoke with great joy, but Chu Linyuan's gaze had slipped from the book to his radiant face. Sunlight streamed through the window lattice, casting a fan-like shadow on his long eyelashes. The tip of his upturned nose shone slightly, and his rosy lips moved, painting a picture of a bright future.
Chu Linyuan's heart moved slightly. He put down the book, and gently stroked Xie Zhao's cheek with his slender fingers. His thumb rubbed the corner of his lips, where there was still a little sauce left.
Xie Zhao was startled by his sudden action, and then a faint blush spread across his face. He grabbed his rebellious fingers and scolded him, "What are you doing? Are you listening to me?"
"Listen." Chu Linyuan held his hand with his backhand, interlocking their fingers, and said in a low and firm voice, "If you want to go, then go."
His promises were always so simple and direct, yet they reassured Xie Zhao more than any sweet words. Xie Zhao's heart was filled with sweetness, and he nuzzled into his arms, finding a more comfortable position. "It's a deal then! Next stop, Qianhu Lake!"
The two of them snuggled up to the window, one continued to plan the itinerary in a wild and imaginative way, while the other listened quietly and occasionally responded.
The sun shone warmly, and time seemed to slow down, leaving only the clasped hands and the warmth in the room.
After they had rested enough, they checked out and left. Walking out of the inn, looking back at the still brilliant sea of flowers and pond, Xie Zhao's heart was filled with reluctance and satisfaction.
"Goodbye, beautiful Huahua!" He waved towards the sea of flowers.
Chu Linyuan stood beside him, watching his childish behavior with a gentle gaze.
The carriage slowly drove onto the official road again, leaving behind the gorgeous sea of flowers and the quiet pond.
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