Saving the Heartthrob Frenemy-Chapter 130: Playing the pocky game (* blushing)

The problem was that Luo Muchen was acting like Qie Xieling’s bodyguard. He never left Qie Xieling’s side and Qie Xieling was like a marionette dancing to Luo Muchen’s tune.

When Luo Muchen told him not to drink he wouldn’t and when Luo Muchen told him to eat he would.

Lee Ya sat in the dimly lit private room, watching Qie Xieling feed Luo Muchen his (Qie Xieling’s) body almost leaning against him.

At a glance it was easy to tell he was tipsy and couldn’t really control himself but the fact that the person he was doing this to wasn’t her made her so mad. Luo Muchen even moved closer with no distance between them. If they weren’t people here Lee Ya was certain Luo Muchen would put his leg over Qie Xieling’s.

As though to confirm her thought it did happen but it wasn’t Luo Muchen but Qie Xieling who put his leg over Luo Muchen’s while Luo Muchen’s hand was rubbing Qie Xieling’s thigh.

Her jealousy grew with each passing minute as they laughed and chatted, completely oblivious to her presence. She was even more determined to get this done otherwise she would lose the fight before she even got into the arena.

She took another swig of her drink, the liquid burning down her throat. The alcohol made her feel a little better, as though she were drowning out her jealousy and sadness.

"Let’s play a game," suggested Bo Ailun and the waiters moved closer clearing the dishes and empty bottles.

A lot of suggestions were made but one stuck out and no one objected since the birthday boy was taking the lead.

"Who wants to play with me?" asked Bo Ailun and Qie Xieling downed another shot before recommending himself. He was about to reach for the pretzel when Bo Ailun refused. Luo Muchen was already pulling Qie Xieling to his side refusing for him to play the pocky game with someone else.

"No, I meant the ladies. Anyone? Damn, I thought I was good-looking," he complained and Qie Xieling raised his chin showing off his bestie’s face like the perfect wingman.

"I will do it. If you kiss me you are dead," said Wei Qi and beckoned him over.

Bo Ailun happily trotted over and seeing that smile Wei Qi regretted it. She bit the other end of the pretzel stick and bit it till they approached the middle.

The entire room went wild and Qie Xieling closed his eyes his scream infectious. Let’s just say this little bundle of joy was extra energetic when tipsy. When they almost kissed Bo Ailun retreated a little bashful.

Wei Qi on the other end acted like this was a regular Tuesday while Ah Cy laughed shyly. It turns out this game was very popular and everyone wanted to play. When it was Qie Xieling’s turn Lee Ya volunteered herself.

Knowing Qie Xieling’s personality he might agree so Bo Ailun intervened. "He is my best friend and it’s my birthday. I decide whose lips will touch his."

Qie Xieling was just laughing. He was obviously down for anything. Luo Muchen pat Bo Ailun’s shoulder and Bo Ailun turned to look at him before saying, "Sister Qi, a gift for you for our almost first kiss," said Bo Ailun his cheeks flushed from the alcohol.

Wei Qi and Ah Cy squealed excitedly. Qie Xieling didn’t understand why him eating a pretzel stick with someone would be considered a gift.

Bo Ailun knew these two rotten girl’s tastes and he was willing to make them happy for one night.

"Here, your partner is next to you," said Bo Ailun handing him a pretzel stick. Qie Xieling accepted it and in a drunken haze, he glanced at Luo Muchen.

"You want it," he said with a sly smile showing his tiger teeth. How could Luo Muchen refuse such an invitation?

His heart was beating so loud that he couldn’t hear the noise of the music nor the raucous of the people around him.

He knew someone was taking a video but he didn’t care. He stared at Qie Xieling’s face reflecting the flickering neon lights and curled his fingers coolly beckoning him over.

Qie Xieling chuckled as a series of ’ohoo’ sounds blend in with the loud music. He took the first bite and because he was laughing the pretzel stick trembled.

Luo Muchen leaned in to take the other end of the stick, his heart pounding with nerves. As they drew closer, their friends jeered and cheered them on, goading them to kiss.

Qie Xieling placed his hand on the side of Luo Muchen’s neck wanting to make the pretzel as short as possible. He was completely oblivious to Luo Muchen’s feelings for him so he wasn’t as burdened by this, but Luo Muchen couldn’t help but feel a pang of desire as he leaned in.

In that moment, he wanted nothing more than to kiss Qie Xieling’s lips all in the name of it being an accident. As they got closer and closer, Luo Muchen gently curled his fingers into Qie Xieling’s thigh his entire body stiff.

Just as their lips were about to touch Qie Xieling withdrew and a wave of disappointed cries filled the private room. Qie Xieling licked the chocolate on his lips with a big smile on his face.

Luo Muchen’s Adam’s apple rolled unable to calm down. He was about to look away when Qie Xieling turned to face him and proceed to touch his (Luo Muchen’s) lips with his thumb.

Luo Muchen was a little confused when Qie Xieling licked his thumb before saying, "You had a little chocolate smudge on your lips."

Luo Muchen’s eyes darkened as he licked the lingering sweetness on his lips. He took a huge gulp of his cold beer attempting to cool himself down before his flag pole stands erect for all to see.

As the night wore on, the group played other games and drank more alcohol enjoying themselves. Luo Muchen found himself stealing glances at Qie Xieling and feeling a mix of longing and sadness. He knew he had to confess his feelings tonight otherwise he will lose his sanity. 𝒻𝑟ℯℯ𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑛𝘰𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝒸𝑜𝘮

Midway through the games Qie Xieling suddenly got up and Luo Muchen hastily grasped his arm with a misty gaze. He was obviously tipsy as well but it wasn’t as bad as Qie Xieling.

"Where are you going?" he asked and Qie Xieling leaned down almost falling into his arms.

He whispered in Luo Muchen’s ear his lips brushing against the man’s skin. "I am going to get his cake. You want to come?"

Luo Muchen hopped on the chance to be with him alone. As they got up Lee Ya finally had her chance. She bit her lip and watched their figures disappear through the door.