Strategy to Capture That Scum Gong-Chapter Ch165.1 - Made Trouble (1)

Chapter Ch165.1 - Made Trouble (1)

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Edited by Serefina

8. Made Trouble (1)

Xie He didn’t think that Xiao Yan would wake up so suddenly. He was so startled that his face paled dramatically. His wrist hurt from being squeezed and his expression was that of alarm. “Y-Your Highness….”

Xiao Yan’s gaze drifted downwards, falling onto Xie He’s hand. That pale, slender, beautiful hand was currently holding a silk towel. The hands that had been wiping his sweat off had likely been this pair of hands….

Xiao Yan could read the pain on Xie He’s face. He slowly came back to himself and realized that he was the one hurting Xie He. He slowly let go.

As soon as Xiao Yan let go, Xie He pulled his hand back at once. He spoke in a quiet, timid voice. “Nu will go call for someone.”

After saying this, he got up and prepared to go out to tell someone that His Highness had woken up. However, he had taken care of Xiao Yan for two days without sleep or rest. Therefore, he was extremely weak right now. After just two steps, he faltered and fell to the ground, fainting just like that.

Xiao Yan’s eyebrows furrowed imperceptibly. The next second, he got out of bed and pulled Xie He into his arms before placing him gently onto the mattress. He dipped his head down, gazing at Xie He’s face. The pain has caused that exquisite, lovely face to gain a deathly pallor. The other’s long lashes cast shadows beneath his eyes. The originally rosy, soft lips were now chapped….

Xiao Yan hesitated for a moment before caressing Xie He’s face. He then grabbed hold of Xie He’s hands, interlocking their fingers. He shut his eyes and before him appeared the images of what he had felt in the darkness back then…. In those days, during which he hadn’t been able to tell the flow of time, the only thing he had been able to feel had been what that person had given him.

But Xie He…how could it be him…?

He was Cui Shao’s son. How could it be possible for him to run into the woods and save a stranger? And for him to take care of said stranger everyday? Moreover, Xiao Yan had clearly already found his saviour. Perhaps he had become confused from his illness. That must be why he had begun to reminisce about those days….

Xiao Yan sighed. He could see the bloody marks on Xie He’s knees. When he recalled the torture he had gone through recently, his heart ached for him.

When the imperial doctor received news that Xiao Yan had woken up, he rushed over quickly. As soon as he entered, he saw that Xiao Yan had already gotten up and was now sitting on the bed, focused on the person lying beside him.

The imperial doctor was astonished but didn’t dare stare. He lowered his head and reverently said to Xiao Yan, “Your Highness, Chen will take your pulse.”

Xiao Yan glanced at the doctor but didn’t stretch out his hand. Instead, he said, “Take a look at him first.”

The imperial doctor could see that Xiao Yan seemed fine and thus didn’t feel too worried. He turned to look at the person on the bed and discovered that it was a sickly, beautiful youth. He wore the garments of the wangfu’s servants. Why was he able to sleep on His Highness’ bed and be personally cared for by him as well?

The imperial doctor did not dare act careless. He promptly took Xie He’s pulse. After some time, he said, “This young master’s body is too weak. Because he has not been resting well, he fainted. It’s not a major issue. However, he must pay attention to his legs. He should not kneel anymore. Otherwise, it may become a chronic illness. Chen will prescribe medicine for him. He will be fine if he rests properly for a few days.”

Xiao Yan nodded and said, “Whatever medicinal ingredient you need, tell me. Benwang will request it from the palace if it cannot be found outside.”

The imperial doctor was truly flabbergasted. It seemed that His Highness valued this person greatly. The only thing that puzzled him was the reason why this person had ended up with such an injury. However, with his station as imperial doctor, he knew very well of both the open and secret warfare of the harems. Although the wangfu was not as intense as the palace, it was not necessarily clean of such things. He didn’t dare inquire about it. He only boldly prescribed medicine. It didn’t matter if the ingredients were rare or not. It all depended on efficacy.

After the doctor finished diagnosing Xie He, he felt Xiao Yan’s pulse. The doctor said that Xiao Yan’s noble body was fine. There were no problems. The doctor then left, feeling reassured.

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When Xie He woke up, he found himself unexpectedly in Xiao Yan’s bed. He was utterly dumbfounded. He’d arrived at the wangfu a long time ago. All this time, except for when he was pleasuring Xiao Yan, the other did not allow him to stay on his bed. Therefore, Xie He had always forced himself to get up.

Right at this moment, Xiao Yan walked in, carrying a bowl of medicine. When he saw that Xie He had woken, he immediately said, “Don’t move.”

Xie He was startled stiff as he saw Xiao Yan come over. He knew that he should bow to Xiao Yan right now, but Xiao Yan told him not to move. He could only stay in his half-risen position, hands gripping the sides of the bed. He didn’t know what to do.

Xiao Yan sat down on the side of the bed, wrapping an arm around Xie He’s slender waist. He calmly placed a pillow behind Xie He’s back and had him sit properly. He then brought the bowl of medicine over to him and said, “Drink.”

Xie He felt even more frightened. Why did Xiao Yan want him to drink medicine all of a sudden? Was he going to kill him? His hands trembled as they held the bowl. He looked at Xiao Yan with sorrowful, teary eyes. “What…did Nu do wrong…?”

Xiao Yan read the sorrow and distress from Xie He’s eyes and his mind blanked. He then realized that perhaps the other had misunderstood him. He sighed softly. “Don’t be afraid. It’s to heal you.”

Xie He stared at him blankly. The expression in his eyes made him look like a flustered, helpless deer.

When Xiao Yan saw this, he didn’t feel any anger. He only felt pity. He grabbed hold of Xie He’s hand and lowered his head to take a sip. He then looked up and gave Xie He a profound look, his voice low and raspy. “Do you believe Benwang now?”

Xie He could feel Xiao Yan’s hot palm against the back of his hand. Right now, the man he thought was terrifying and coldhearted was asking him to drink medicine. He was also unexpectedly gentle and patient. Xie He’s mind went blank from the shock. He stammered, “Nu…did not doubt….”

He didn’t finish. He quickly brought the bowl to his mouth and chugged it down. The medicine was really bitter but he didn’t register it. Someone like him…His Highness had actually personally tasted his medicine and persuaded him to drink. It was like a dream…. He couldn’t act like he didn’t know what was good for him.

Xiao Yan stared at Xie He and suddenly chuckled. His gaze was gentle as they landed on Xie He’s bright red lips…. Those lips were stained with the medicinal liquid. Xiao Yan’s eyes darkened and his heart stirred for some baffling reason. He didn’t hesitate to dip his head down and kiss Xie He.

Xie He’s lips were even more delicious than he had imagined. Even though there was still a lingering bitterness from the medicine, Xiao Yan still didn’t want to stop kissing him. He wanted to delve in further and taste even more…. Xiao Yan dug his fingers into the other’s hair, pressing the other’s head towards him with his palm, plundering the other’s mouth!

Xie He widened his eyes. He was at a loss. What had occurred since he had woken up exceeded even his wildest dreams. Xiao Yan was kissing him…? Xiao Yan had never done this before. He had only ever used Xie He, never kissing him. He had never let Xie He touch him either. Xie He had understood that Xiao Yan would never like a filthy body like his, but now, why was he….

Did he not find him dirty?

Xiao Yan saw that Xie He was finding it difficult to breathe because of their kiss. He reluctantly let go. His kiss left a charming, seductive shine to those bright red lips. They looked like petals of a blossoming flower…. He cupped Xie He’s face. It was like he could see through the other’s clothes and feel every little shudder of the other’s body….

Xiao Yan suddenly felt his desire stir. Compared to all the previous times they’ve done it, his desire for this person with so much greater.

Xie He knew what Xiao Yan wanted at once. He spoke in a frightened and nervous tone. “N-Nu has not washed yet….”

He had waited on Xiao Yan without changing clothes for two days. He was not clean.

However, Xiao Yan didn’t care. His dark gaze peered deeply into Xie He. He had savoured the other’s body so many times before, but he was not tired of it in the least. Right now…it was like there was some kind of spell drawing him towards the other….

Xiao Yan grabbed Xie He’s wrist, the corner of his lips rising. His voice was low. “Hold me.”

Xie He was stunned. He didn’t have the right to touch Xiao Yan’s body. After all, he was nothing but a courtesan to be used by others…. But he could see that Xiao Yan meant it. He knew that it would be for the best to not go against Xiao Yan’s orders, so he reached out in the end…and carefully embraced Xiao Yan. He could feel the man’s sturdy, powerful muscles through the other’s clothes. A faint flush painted Xie He’s face.

Gently held by these soft hands, a low growl emitted from Xiao Yan’s throat. An insuppressible desire filled his pitch-black eyes. He lowered his head and kissed the other deeply.

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Xie He’s arms were around Xiao Yan. He could feel the man’s scorching kisses fall against his neck. Xiao Yan then looked back up, softly kissing away the tears that had gathered in the corner of his eyes…. Although it was still very difficult to bear, Xie He could feel that it was much better than it had been in the past. The Xiao Yan of today was a little different….

Although he was still forceful and intense, there was a faint, loving gentleness, as if he was considerately caring for him….

Was this a dream? How could that be possible?

Xiao Yan really wanted to do it a few more times, but when he looked at the person in his arms and thought about how frail Xie He’s body was, he didn’t continue to take without restraint. He wrapped an arm around Xie He instead, pressing him against his chest.

Xie He looked at him with glazed eyes. His red lips parted, his words coming out segmented and raspy. “Your Highness….”

It was not the first time Xiao Yan had heard Xie He call him ‘Your Highness’ in that fawning, gentle tone. He had never felt anything upon hearing it before. But now, he thought it sounded wonderful and pleasant to his ears. He wanted the other to call for him many more times…. He felt like he had likely fallen for Xie He. Regardless of how the courtesan was in the past, he had managed to obtain Xiao Yan’s favour now.

When he thought of how, from now on, he’d have this soft, warm, fragrant body in his arms and by his side, Xiao Yan felt a sliver of softness and anticipation well up in his heart.

Although Xie He’s lowly identity meant that he could not be his concubine, he was just a pet he liked anyway. He could just accept him into his harem.

【Ding, the target Xiao Yan’s Favourability Value +5. The current Favourability Value is 70.】

Xiao Yan held Xie He gently and instructed the eunuchs to bring over hot water. He straightforwardly bathed with Xie He.

Xie He was once again teased into a blushing mess by Xiao Yan. In the end, when he was carried to the bed by Xiao Yan, he was already incapable of moving. He was completely exhausted. Xie He felt utterly depleted, but Xiao Yan didn’t seem to have any intentions of sending him away. He could only force himself to open his eyes and look at Xiao Yan questioningly.

Xiao Yan thought that Xie He really made him want to pamper him. He couldn’t help himself from chuckling quietly. He rubbed the other’s head and said, “Sleep.”

Xie He was really surprised but he still closed his eyes.

Xiao Yan stared at Xie He’s sleeping visage, fingertips sweeping over the other’s chin. He thought, No matter how many men you’ve been with before, from now on, I will be your only man.

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From that day on, Xie He spent nearly all his hours in Xiao Yan’s house. Xiao Yan seemed to have suddenly taken an interest in Xie He. He would spend every night entwined with him.

Although Xie He never asked anything of him, he still passed his days in luxury. Xiao Yan had heard from the imperial doctor that Xie He’s body was weak, so he ordered the kitchen to prepare all sorts of nourishing, delicious medicinal cuisine every day. He also excused Xie He from kneeling in greeting. He did not hide his doting affection for the other.

At once, everyone in Xiao Yan’s courtyard knew that His Highness had taken a liking to the courtesan. Regardless of how long his favour lasted, at the very least, the courtesan was half their master right now.

Even Qi Qing knew of Xiao Yan’s affection for Xie He. His heart felt sour. However, if it was like this, he had no choice but to let go of those thoughts he once had towrads the courtesan.

Moreover, there was no such thing as an impenetrable wall. Even though Xie He never left Xiao Yan’s courtyard, the entire wangfu very quickly learned that His Highness finally had a favoured pet. They thought, this courtesan was very skilled to actually charm His Highness. People took notice. They thought that this could be considered ‘reaching heaven in one step.’

【Xie He：I knew that XiaoXiao could be taught. His skill has improved a lot. I’m very satisfied with his service. Smile.JPG】

【444：O(∩_∩)O~】

【Xie He：Anyway, Young Miss Bai probably can’t sit still right now. Hehe.】

【444：Yes! (⊙o⊙)！】Recently, he’s been very diligent in following Host dada’s orders to monitor Bai Qiuchi. Bai Qiuchi’s will was currently wavering….

【Xie He：Women are more prone to melancholy and are also quite sensitive. They are also indecisive. I can’t keep watching this. I can only reluctantly give her some help to help her make her decision more quickly. I might as well enjoy my sex life and accept XiaoXiao’s loving service now too. 🙂 】

【444：……】

【444：Actually, I wanted to ask, why don’t you tell Xiao Yan directly that the one who saved him was you? Wouldn’t he treat you better? _(:зゝ∠)_】

【Xie He：Baby, you still don’t like to use your brain, do you?】

【444：……】

【Xie He：Back then, XiaoXiao had disguised himself. I wouldn’t have been able to recognize him if I were Yuan Jin. It would be illogical if I did. Moreover, I’m someone who had been sent to him by the Crown Prince. Furthermore, I have no evidence that proves that I was his saviour. If I were to suddenly mention this, he’ll think I have an ulterior motive. Even if I prove myself in the end, the effect would never amount to what it would be were he to find out on his own. If “saving his life” was a bullet, then before firing it, you must carefully consider the location, the direction of the wind, the precise angle, etc. The effect of striking him in a limb or striking him in the heart is completely different. An excellent hunter will patiently wait for an opportune moment and kill in one shot.】

【Xie He：Besides, if he finds out too early, all he’ll do is relinquish me from servitude and give me wealth and honour, the way he does for Bai Qiuchi. But I don’t want that. After all, what I want is love, ah. 🙂 】

【444：O(∩_∩)O~】I think what you want is experience points, thank you very much.