The shallow regions of the docks were cramped with small fishing boats. A few groups of women were gathered on the stone stairs before the waters, washing clothes. Shirtless boys with tanned skin dove and swam around the edge of the river. A ferry slowly drifted over. One person was at the end of the boat, head hanging low, but the two young people inside both had striking looks. The man sitting at the front was dressed in snow white, carrying a most ethereal air while the smiling beauty right beside him had quite an otherworldly serene face as well. People rarely saw such figures daily, so everyone widened their eyes and stared as hard as they could. A few of the boys swimming in the river gathered toward them like fish. Around seven or eight heads bobbed up and down beside the ferry.
If I may ask, is Yunping City here? Asked Hua Ying as her musical voice reached the woman's ears
Yes, it is young maiden replied a girl who washing her clothes near by
We're here, Let's go. Said Hua Ying
The ferry docked. Lan Zhan was the first to stand up. After he was on land, he turned around and helped Hua Ying up, then placed Hua Ying hand on his arm, Hua Ying blushed. Two had gotten off already, yet Wen Ning was still on the boat, unable to move an inch. The swimming boys watched as he looked down and said nothing, strange marks crawling up his neck across his pale cheeks. They found him strange but felt amused instead of scared. Over ten pairs of hands clung onto the boat and shook without stop, so hard that Wen Ning almost couldn't steady himself.
Hey! What are you doing? Don't bully him. Said Hua Ying
Young Mistress, I can't get off. Cried Wen Ning
As he called out for help, two of the boys slapped the river's surface to splash him with water. Wen Ning pulled a helpless smile, at a loss as to what to do. If only the boys knew the 'person' they were fooling around with could tear their bodies, even their bones, into smithereens, how could they make fun of him the way they were right now?
Hua Ying tossed over the few lotus seed pods that were left,
Catch! She spoke.
The boys immediately scattered, fighting for the seed pods. Wen Ning could finally jump ashore. Embarrassed, he patted the drenched hem of his robe.
Thank you, A-Ying said Wen Ning
It is fine A-Ning said Hua Ying with a smile... you are the same as when you were living, a timid savage corpse laughed Hua Ying as they continued forward
Even out of the entire Yunmeng, Yunping City wasn't just some small place, but rather bustling instead. The three entered the city. On their way were countless vendors and passerby. Wen Ning didn't like places that buzzed with people; he disappeared in silence shortly afterward. From the address in his memory, Hua Ying asked as he walked, but when they finally arrived at their destination and confirmed what they saw, both were somewhat surprised.
Hua Ying looked at the grand building, prosperous with incense,
This is... a Guanyin Temple? Asked Hua Ying
Mn. Replied Lan Zhan
Jin Guangyao really didn't seem like the devout type. The two exchanged a look with each other. Together, they passed the flood of visitors, crossed the tall threshold, and entered the temple. The temple had three courtyards. Everywhere smoke could be seen and woodblocks for prayers could be heard. It didn't take long to complete an entire circle around the temple. The last courtyard was the Guanyin Palace. Before the two even stood for long before the entrance, a monk came to greet them with his palms put together. The two returned the salute.
Most temples are built inside mountains. Ones inside cities are truly rare. Said Hua Ying
Maiden, those in the city often toil all day. Don't they also need such a Guanyin Temple to pray and search for inner peace? Smiled the monk
Wouldn't the noise disturb Guanyin? Asked Hua Ying
Maiden, Guanyin delivers all from torment. How could they be disturbed by people? Asked the monk
Is Guanyin the only one this temple worships? Asked Hua Ying
That's right. Said the monk
The two walked around the temple some more, an idea already in mind. After they left the temple, Hua Ying led Lan Zhan into an alleyway, picked up a branch, and drew a few squares on the ground before he tossed it away again.
Jin Guangyao really went out of his way. Said Hua Ying
Lan Zhan picked up the branch he tossed away and added a few more strokes onto the squares. The outlines became clearer and clearer, it was an aerial view of the Guanyin Temple.
Hua Ying took the branch from his hand again, There's a big array inside the temple. Something is being suppressed. He pointed at a certain spot; The array's a bit complicated. It's quite safe. But if the eye of the array right here is destroyed, whatever it's suppressing will come out. Replied Hua Ying
We will do it at nighttime, when people are sparse. We should find a place to rest before we strategize. Said Lan Zhan as he stood up and place Hua Ying hand once again on his arm
I wonder how long it'd take to finish off the thing in the Temple. Could we make it to Lanling? Would our schedule be delayed? Asked Hua Ying as they walked out of the alley way
The condition of your body is still unclear. You must not force yourself. Said Lan Zhan concerned
In the fight at Burial Mound, Hua Ying exerted too much energy and stamina. Both his mind and his body were strained for too long. A few hours earlier, Jiang Cheng angered him so much that he bled from his orifice's. He only recovered after a long time of rest. Although he didn't feel too bad right now, if there was something he missed and he pushed himself all the way to Lanling, it was hard to tell whether an accident would happen at a critical moment. On top of that, he wasn't the only one straining his mind and body in the past few days. Lan Zhan didn't rest for a second either.
Okay, but then you also need rest Lan Zhan, I am not the only one that has been pushing myself said Hua Ying
Mn replied Lan Zhan
After some time of walking, the two finally settled on a neat inn at the other side of Yunping City. The owner rushed outside enthusiastically, almost dragging them inside. Inside of the inn was both clean and organized, and the first floor was almost full with guests, making it obvious that whomever responsible for the place was quite good at their work. Most of the people working inside were women, from young girls just over ten sweeping the floors to chubby ladies working in the kitchen. When they saw the couple walk in, their eyes lit up in unison. One of the girls pouring water for the guests was staring at Lan Zhan so hard she didn't even notice that the mouth of her teacup pointed off. The owner shouted a few things, telling them to do their work properly. She herself led Hua Ying and Lan Zhan upstairs to look at the rooms.
Young Master, how many rooms would you like? She asked hoping that they were siblings
One room said Hua Ying as he looked up at Lan Zhan
Mn replied Lan Zhan
The owner opened one of the doors and led them inside. It was indeed large enough. Hey, would you two like dinner? Our cooks have great skill. We'll bring the dishes up here once we finish? Asked the owner
Yes, please, but not right now. How about a bit later? Bring them at around seven. Said Hua Ying
The owner answered as she walked out the door. Right after she left, just as Hua Ying was about to close the door, he suddenly chased after her, Ma'am! He called
Yes, Young Maiden? Replied the owner
When you're bringing up the meals in the evening, please get some liquor as well... the stronger the better and a pot a tea. Asked Hua Ying
Of course! Replied the owner
After this, he finally went back inside the room, pretending that nothing happened. He shut the door and sat down at the table. Lan Zhan's hand reached over and pressed onto his veins. Although he knew it was only checking the condition of his body, as the two long fingers swam up his wrist, slowly rubbing.
Your pulse is irregular said Lan Zhan, there is no imminent danger.
How do you mean irregular asked Hua Ying
As three pulses, two are faint said Lan Zhan
Hua Ying's eyes opened in surprise, I never knew he said as he felt his own and smiled
Is there a meaning to it asked Lan Zhan
No said Hua Ying, but I am after all the goddess of the sun, healer and mother of life... he suddenly stopped talking and ran to the nearest bowl and threw up yet again, Lan Zhan came over and soothed him until he was finished then handed him water.
Seeing the worry on Lan Zhan's face, I am fine, as I was saying... goddess, demon, ghost and celestial... I wouldn't be surprised if you felt four after everything, we have been through said Hua Ying smiled as Lan Zhan wrapped his arms around Hua Ying
Let's figure out this array and deal with what is trapped underneath and go home said Hua Ying
Brother said Lan Zhan
Meng Yao is obsessed with ZeWu-Jun so I believe he is safe and plus he is strong and knows the truth he might not fall needlessly into one of Meng Yao's traps but I have been wrong before said Hua Ying
Something is strange. Though said Lan Zhan
That would be? Asked Hua Ying as Lan Zhan bought him over to the bed and sat him down
Brother has been familiar with Jin Guangyao for many years. Jin Guangyao is not one who acts on impulse and lusts for blood. He never proceeds rashly. Said Lan Zhan as he removed Hua Ying's boots and laid him down and got in after him then shifted Hua Ying over that he laid his head on his shoulder and bought his one leg up and held it over his stomach
That was also my impression of him. It isn't that Meng Yao still has a heart, but he tries to offend as few people as possible. Said Hua Ying,
he tried befriending me when I was disguised as an old Taoist when I first made the incantation for Mingjue and A-Sang said Hua Ying
The incident at Burial Mound was rushed and exaggerated. It did not seem like his manner of doing things. Said Lan Zhan
The battle at Burial Mound, if it succeeded, it'd be a success; if it was exposed, it'd be forcing the entire cultivation world to oppose him. The risk was high indeed. Said Hua Ying
Further investigations are perhaps necessary. Said Lan Zhan
That might not be necessary, I noticed that Meng Yao's plans falling apart when the women showed up, something must have spooked him. He reminds me of my grandfather that I banished years ago said Hua Ying
You banished your grandfather? Asked Lan Zhan
He is the one no one speaks about... he is Jun Wu former heavenly emperor and was one of the four calamities before I had taken over... he messed with my and my sister's fate and intended to kill me many times explained Hua Ying, of course I did.
Too light of a punishment said Lan Zhan
2000 years as a reincarnated mortal suffering ill-fates is light asked Hua Ying
Mn replied Lan Zhan
Guess that is why my name is black heart bleeding said Hua Ying as he yawned
You should rest. Said Lan Zhan as he placed a kiss on Hua Ying head. How is it that you are small compared to your original male form he asked
Hua Ying looked up and laughed I am a female Lan Zhan, naturally I would be smaller than my male counterpart. You should also rest he said as he snuggled closer and left out a soft sigh.
"When uncle examined me there was one, now there are two, two children... what will their names be? Whose name will they take? I have two children..." Hua Ying smiled as he thought of the possibilities.
Hua Ying then opened his mother's communication array and made it private for only them before talking.
"Mommy, I want to tell you something, but in order to do so I had to block father out and sister knows.
What is it A-Ying?
You must swear on the heaven's path you won't breathe a soul to anyone and make A-Shi shut her trap.
Alright A-Ying you have my word.
Mommy, I am with child, two I have two little ones.
w.... what? Are you sure? How?
Uncle told me the day he came to check up on me. I've known since, A-Shi knew because she spies on me with her fireflies, and Lan Zhan just felt the irregularity with in my pulse there are two faint heart beats. I told him it is because of my core. Then I threw up.
Oh, my child congratulations, yes that is normal, I am going to be a grandparent
Alright my ears mother please, contain your excitement. The only reason why I am telling you is because Lan Zhan and I are going somewhere dangerous to help Mingjue.
Is it with that person?
Yes, it is
So that is why you disappeared for some time?
I didn't know that it was the same!
It is, just be careful please.
If anything happens to me, the child...
Nothing will happen A-Ying but yes, the child will be safe I promise until you return
Thank you, I love you.
And I love you A-Ying"
After cutting off the array Hua Ying could not stay awake any longer and drifted off into a deep sleep, when he woke up, the light had already disappeared from the window. It was probably past five already. Hua Ying sat up at once. A noise came from behind him. Turning around, he saw that Lan Zhan had just closed a book.
Lan Zhan? Have you slept? why didn't you wake me up?
Let both your mind and your body recover fully. I have yes replied Lan Zhan as he came over and brushed the few strands of hair from his face.
I'm sorry. I really slept too heavily. Said Hua Ying as he looked down
You needed it A-Ying, I haven't slept peacefully before you, these months I have slept more than what I am used to, I just woke up an hour ago and decided to wait for you said Lan Zhan
At this point, somebody knocked on the door. The owner's voice came from outside, Young Master, I've brought dinner.
Hua Ying finally realized that it was seven already. Lan Zhan opened the door. Atop the tray that the owner brought up were a small pot of liquor and two dainty cups.
Huh, looks like you slept all the way 'til now? Said the owner surprised
Young Master, mistress, where are you from? If you're visiting from elsewhere then it really is tiring. You can only keep on going after some proper rest, am I right? Said the owner
We're from Gusu. We are travelling as we are newly married said Hua Ying without much though
Really! No wonder. I was thinking you two good-looking figures must've come from a watery and spiritual place like the Jiangnan region. Congratulations. Said the owner
Lan Zhan seemed as if he heard nothing.
Hua Ying laughed, I can't compare to him. He's much more handsome. He spoke
She grinned, He's handsome, you're otherworldly. It's different, but both are stunning! Oh, right. If you're here to visit, you can come check out the Guanyin Temple in our city. Said the owner
Hua Ying was just about to ask her about the Temple when she coincidentally brought it up. We went to the Temple in the day. You really don't see many Guanyin temples in cities. Said Hua Ying
Yes, I was surprised the first time I saw it too. Said the owner
Ma'am, when did you come to Yunping City? Asked Hua Ying
It's been eight years or so replied the owner
The Temple's been here since then? Have you ever heard why they built a temple in the city? Asked Hua Ying
That I'm not so sure about. Anyways, the temple's quite popular. In Yunping City, no matter what someone runs into, we'd all go there and pray for the Guanyin's protection. I sometimes go there and light a few sticks of incense too. Said the owner
Then why don't you go find the cultivational sect that's in charge of this region? Asked Hua Ying
Go find them? How dare we? Asked the owner
Oh? Why not? Asked Hua Ying keeping up appearances
Maiden, you're not from Yunping City so you don't know. The Jiang Sect is responsible for all of us along the Yunmeng area. The Sect Leader's got quite a bad temper. It's almost frightening. His subordinate's said so a long time ago. Only one sect oversees such a large area. Each day, there are almost a hundred cases of small ghosts or other creatures pulling pranks on the living and all that. If every single small thing had to be dealt with immediately, would there be enough time and energy? Those that don't kill anyone aren't malign spirits, and we're not supposed to disturb them with trivial matters that aren't malign spirits. the owner complained What is this supposed to mean? Wouldn't it be too late if we waited until somebody's died to find them?! On top of that, Lotus Pier is truly a scary place. How would anyone dare go there again?
I am truly sorry Ma'am; I am from a place called Yuandao so I would not know what you mean replied Hua Ying as he looked at Lan Zhan and smiled
I haven't been there myself, but I know someone who went because his house was being badly haunted. But it was all bad luck. That Sect Leader Jiang was cracking a glowing whip right on the training field. The victim's flesh and blood flew as high as his screams! A servant secretly informed him that the sect leader caught the wrong person again, that he hadn't been in a great mood, and that he shouldn't be irritated in any way. He was so scared that he dropped off the gifts he brought and fled at once. He never dared visit again. Said the owner
Hua Ying had long since heard of how Jiang Cheng had been searching for cultivators of the ghost path who seemed like they seized another's body, taking all of them into Lotus Pier to be tortured and questioned. The owner's friend probably just happened to have run into him when he was letting off steam. It wasn't hard to imagine how hideous Jiang Cheng would've looked, so no wonder a normal person would make a run for it.
Also, I've heard of another person who was scared away. Said the owner
Scared away by what? Asked Hua Ying in mock surprise. It couldn't have been when Jiang Cheng was whipping someone again, could it? Just how often did Jiang Cheng capture people and whip them?
No, no. It was his misfortune. The person's surname was Wen, and that Sect Leader Jiang's archenemy happened to have the surname of Wen as well. He's hating on everyone in this world whose surname is Wen. Whenever he sees one, he'd grind his teeth in hatred, wanting to skin them alive. Said the owner. How could he give a single friendly look to...
Hua Ying looked down and pinched the center of her brows. She didn't say anything. The good thing was that she didn't need to say anything. After rambling for so long, the owner was satisfied as well.
I've delayed your dinner with all this chatter, haven't I? I'll go down and disturb you no longer. Please tell me if there's anything else you need. Said the owner as she turned and left.
Worried Lan Zhan lifted Hua Ying head and met his gaze, I am fine Lan Zhan, I just never really understood how bad it was. Sighing Hua Ying got up and walked to the table and sat down. Looks like what we're looking for must be over eight years old. Tomorrow let's ask a few locals who know the place well. Said Hua Ying
But we probably won't be able to get anything either. Eight years, it's too long. It's enough to forget a lot of things. Said Hua Ying as he poured wine in the one bowl and poured tea in the other.
Without realizing what he had done Hua Ying placed the tea next to the wine and Lan Zhan whose mind was busy never realized that he had picked up the wrong cup and drank it.
The thing is now is why was the temple built I have never heard of this deity of mercy before nor has there been one in the heavens said Hua Ying. I would know...Lan Zhan?
When he looked up again, Lan Zhan was already in the zone. Curse me and my mind how could I placed the wine near his hand said Hua Ying as he waved his hand a few times in front of his face. When there was no reaction, he reached out, gently lifted Lan Zhan's chin, I am sorry my love I should've been more careful but, it's your fault to for not looking, what is on that mind of yours that this is the second time you are forgetful said Hua Ying
Asleep, Lan Zhan obediently lifted his chin. When the pair of eyes were open, the face looked quite indifferent, stern and distant, because of the light pupils and the cold gaze. But when the eyes were closed, the edges softened to form the jade statue of a young, handsome man. Its calm peace had to it an extreme magnetism. The more Hua Ying looked, the more he felt his heartbeat. Holding his chin, he couldn't help but drew nearer, all the way until their faces were almost a bit too close. Amid the cold sandalwood fragrance.
You know when I was home, between the Marial Heavens and the nine heavens I had father make Uncle Wang Fang an incense burner with the exact same fragrance that emits from you. Hua Ying whispered he slowly slid back, sitting in front of Lan Zhan. At the time I didn't know what I was thinking, I couldn't even remember who you were, but I could not sleep without it now my palace smells of you and somehow that woke her up, sun-Phoenix is truly awake with her own conscience, she is stubborn and ruthless and truly worthy of me he laughed.
Leaning in again Hua Ying began poking Lan Zhan cheek. Then Hua Ying stared drawing circles long the edges of Lan Zhan's lips. Suddenly, he felt a small ache come from his finger. Lan Zhan had already opened his eyes. He was staring at him with cold eyes. And one of Hua Ying's fingers was already caught within his mouth.
Open your mouth. Said Hua Ying
Lan Zhan held his head high, maintaining the cold gaze. Leaning forward slightly, he moved his teeth from the first knuckle to the second. He bit down even harder.
Ow! A-Zhan open your mouth this instant Hua Ying growled
Lan Zhan finally relaxed somewhat. Hua Ying took this opportunity to pull his finger back and roll to the side. The bite made his hair rise. Anything that bit made him think of dogs, and his hair rose whenever he thought of dogs.
As he was about to stand up, Lan Zhan tore Bichen out of its scabbard and stabbed it hard into the sitting mat, nailing a corner of Hua Ying's robe onto the ground. Both changed into the clothes they were wearing currently at Lotus Pier. They were made of a special fabric and didn't tear easily. Being held back by the corner of his robe, he couldn't stand up.
Lan Zhan! my sister is going to kill me! First blood on my ceremonial robe now a hole in my outer robe, not just any hole a sword and you poked a hole in the inn's floor and sitting mat. You're going must pay...
Before he even finished his sentence, he felt someone seize the back of his collar and drag him back. Hua Ying's back collided hard with the person's chest. Lan Zhan's low voice immediately thundered beside his ear,
Pay! As he finished, he yanked Bichen from the ground as if he wanted to stab a few more times. Hua Ying threw himself back and stopped him.
Stop! A-Zhan what is wrong with you? Why are you like this after just a cup of wine? Look at what bad things you're doing. Pouted Hua Ying
His tone was reproachful. Lan Zhan looked at him, then at his hand, and then at the hole in the floor. As though he suddenly realized, he threw his sword away at once. Bichen crashed onto the ground with a dull 'clang' before it rolled away. Hua Ying grabbed the sheath with his left hand and used his foot to kick it into the air. Steady and precise, Bichen plunged right into its sheath.
Don't throw such a dangerous thing around. Scolded Hua Ying
Hearing this, Lan Zhan sat even more properly. He looked down, almost as if he knew he did wrong and was willing to improve. It had always been Lan Zhan who scolded him so seriously. Only after they drank was, he able to turn the tables. Holding Bichen in his folded arms, Hua Ying looked at him with a tilted head, trembling as he tried to hold back his laughter.
I will honestly be a good mother smiled Hua Ying as he looked at Lan Zhan
Hua Ying turned around and sat down beside him and sighed, holding up his ragged robe for him to see, look at what you've done. You tore my clothes. You must mend it up for me later, you know? If A-Shi saw this I would be the buried with her carnivorous flowers not you pouted Hua Ying, Lan Zhan just nodded
Do you know how to mend clothes? Asked Hua Ying
Lan Zhan shook his head
I knew it. I will just have to take this to the old hag and have it mended before sister can have a chance to see said Hua Ying.
Seeing that Lan Zhan nodded his head again, Hua Ying took another sitting mat giddily and used it to cover the hole that Bichen made, now that nobody had discovered it yet.
I'll hide the hole for you. This way, nobody will find out that you made a mess. Said Hua Ying
Lan Zhan took out the dainty little money pouch from within his lapels and presented it to Hua Ying, shaking it as he spoke, Pay.
I know you have enough money. Lan Zhan, put it away, put it away...What are you doing? Asked Hua Ying Lan Zhan stuffed the pouch into his arms. Hua Ying felt the heavy pouch in front of his chest.
For me? Asked Hua Ying surprised. After he stuffed the money pouch inside, Lan Zhan pulled Hua Ying's lapels up and even patted his chest a few times, as if scared he'd lose it,
Keep it. Said Lan Zhan
You're really giving it to me? There's so much money. Exclaimed Hua Ying
Mn. Replied Lan Zhan
Thanks, I'm rich now! Well richer replied Hua Ying
However, Lan Zhan's brows immediately furrowed. He reached into Hua Ying's lapels and took his pouch back out
No! Said Lan Zhan
No what? Asked Hua Ying, you can be glad we are married grabbing into my labels like that I would've had my wraiths attack you by now said Hua Ying
Lan then grabbed Hua Ying and placed under him, I am glad you are mine said Lan Zhan and kissed Hua Ying, with the longing of thirteen years.
Breaking off the kiss that had Hua Ying breathless, Lan Zhan had his forehead against Hua Ying's, their fore-bands touching. 'come' was all he said as he grabbed Hua Ying's hand and zipped out of their room like a gust of wind, rushing down the stairs. Befuddled, Hua Ying was dragged down the main hall. On the first floor, the owner and her workers were eating around a long table. Lan Zhan didn't spare them a single glance, focused on dragging Hua Ying outside the doors.
What's wrong? Young Master, did the food not suit your taste? Shouted the owner
It did! Especially the wine. Shouted Hua Ying It was strong indeed... Before she finished her words, Lan Zhan had already dragged her out of the inn.
Even when they reached the streets, Lan Zhan still didn't seem like he was going to stop. He continued to run.
Just where do you want to go? Asked Hua Ying even more breathless than before
Lan Zhan said nothing. As he arrived at the yard of somebody's house, he suddenly stopped in his tracks. Hua Ying was somewhat confused. Just as he was about to ask, Lan Zhan put a finger in front of his own lips, Sh. He reached out and wrapped his arm around Hua Ying's waist. With a kick, they leaped lightly onto the house's roof. Bent over on the tiles.
Look. Whispered Lan Zhan, seeing how mysterious he was being, Hua Ying felt a bit curious. He followed his dedicated gaze and saw a chicken coop inside the yard.
This is what you wanted me to look at? Asked Hua Ying, chickens?
Go. Whispered Lan Zhan
To do what? Asked Hua Ying
But, Lan Zhan had already leaped up and landed at the center of the yard. If the owners of the house were awake right now, they'd think that an Immortal of the Heavens had landed on Earth, watching such a heavenly man float down, dressed in the moon-lit white robes. But the things Lan Zhan did didn't seem Heavenly at all as he slowly searched around the yard. Hua Ying felt more suspicious the more he looked. He hopped off the wall as well and tugged his forehead ribbon.
My love, just what do you want to do? Asked Hua Ying
Lan Zhan paused and turned to look at Hua Ying, then pressed his forehead ribbon with one hand and reached into the chicken coop with the other. The hens that were sleeping soundlessly inside immediately woke up, flapping their wings madly in attempt to escape. Lan Zhan's gaze hardened. Like lightning, he caught the fattest one inside his hand. Hua Ying was shocked speechless. The hen cooed unstoppably within Lan Zhan's hands. In all seriousness, Lan Zhan put it into Hua Ying's arms.
This is? Asked Hua Ying
Chicken. Said Lan Zhan
I know it's a chicken. Why are you giving me a chicken Lan Zhan? Asked Hua Ying
For you. Said Lan Zhan with hope in his eyes
For me... Thank you. Said Hua Ying with a small smile. It seemed like if he didn't accept it, Lan Zhan was going to get mad again.
Lan Zhan, do you know what you're doing? The chicken has an owner. This is called stealing. Said Hua Ying
But at this time, Lan Zhan only listened to the things he liked. Those he didn't like, he'd pretend like he didn't hear anything. He continued to busy himself with the work at hand. From inside of the chicken coop came 'clucks' and 'coos', eggs and feathers flying everywhere. It was unbearable to the ear.
I wasn't the one who told you to do this. Said Hua Ying
Two had a trembling hen in their arms when they flipped back over the wall. After walking for some time, Hua Ying was still confused as to why Lan Zhan suddenly wanted to steal chicken. Could it be he wanted to eat them? Suddenly, he saw that a feather was stuck to Lan Zhan's dark hair.
Hua Ying started giggling and couldn't watch this any longer. Just as he was about to take it off for him when Lan Zhan turned around again and leaped onto a tree. The tree was inside someone else's yard. It grew too well, and the branches reached outside the yard's wall. Lan Zhan was sitting right on one of the branches.
What's wrong, this time??? Asked Hua Ying as he looked up
Sh. Replied Lan Zhan as he looked down at the beauty
Hearing this, Hua Ying suspected that what he was going to do was probably of similar nature as stealing chicken. He watched Lan Zhan reach out, pick something off the branch, and toss it down to him. Hua Ying held the hen in one hand and caught it with his other. He took it back and looked. It was a big, round jujube, still half-green. As expected, after he stole chicken, he was now stealing jujubes!
Things like stealing chicken and jujubes weren't unfamiliar to Hua Ying. In fact, he used to love such activities when he was young. He always did them with a large gang, making up a big ruckus every time. But if his partner in crime was switched with Lan Zhan, it'd be a bit too terrifying. No, they weren't partners in crime. Lan Zhan was obviously the mastermind here. Then he suddenly remembered back at Lotus Pier, he took Lan Zhan to see where he grew up in Yunmeng and told him a lot of interesting stories that happened when he was young. Out of those, there were many 'feats of glory' like this one. Lan Zhan bore them in mind after he heard them and wanted to experience them as well deep down?
A-Zhan? Asked Hua Ying
On the jujube tree, Lan Zhan struck like a tornado. Just a while later, and all the jujubes on the tree had been completely picked off. Only after he put them all into his qiankun sleeve did he jump off the tree and open his sleeve, showing Hua Ying his 'spoils of war'. Staring at all these round jujubes. Hua Ying smiled as his eyes softened.
They're so big, there are so many, you're so cool! Well done! Said Hua Ying
Lan Zhan gladly accepted his exaggerated praise. He opened Hua Ying's sleeves and poured all the stolen jujubes inside.
For you. All for you. Said Lan Zhan
Thank you. Said Hua Ying as he stood on his toes and kissed Lan Zhan on the cheek
Lan Zhan suddenly let go. With a flick of his sleeve, all the jujubes fell out, rolling onto the ground. Hua Ying immediately bent down to pick them up, but there were too many.
Not anymore. Said Lan Zhan as he also grabbed the hen under Hua Ying's left arm, carrying one in each of his hands. Hua Ying tugged the tail of his forehead ribbon and pulled him back.
You were just fine a second ago. Why are you mad again? Asked Hua Ying
Do not pull. Said Lan Zhan as he stared at Hua Ying
From what it sounded like, his tone wasn't too happy. It almost sounded like a warning. Hua Ying couldn't help but let go. Lan Zhan looked down and moved both two astonished hens to his left hand before he could use his right hand to straighten out his hair and forehead ribbon.
Forget about the jujubes. Give this to me. Didn't you say you'd give it to me? Please give them to me. Asked Hua Ying
Lan Zhan turned his eyes downward. He only handed the hen back to him after a long while. Hua Ying accepted it. He took out a jujube, wiped it on the cloth at his chest, and crunched down, thinking if Lan Zhan wanted to play, he should just play with him.
What are we doing next? Asked Hua Ying
The two arrived at a wall. Lan Zhan looked left and right. After making sure that nobody was around, he unsheathed Bichen from his waist. With a few swings, glaring blue light flashed by, leaving behind a row of tall characters. Hua Ying went forth and looked. There were five words:
'Lan Zhan has been here'.
Lan Zhan unsheathed Bichen and admired his masterpiece. Despite him being drunk right now, his handwriting was still an extremely proper script. He nodded, as though quite satisfied with it. After a moment of thought, he reached out again. This time, it wasn't to write, but rather to draw. A few glares of the sword zipped across, and the small portrait of two kissing figures appeared on the wall. The precision of the lines and the obscenity of the content was enough to make Hua Ying slap his own forehead. Stealing from everywhere, making a mess, writing and drawing inappropriate things... This time, he was sure Lan Zhan really was repeating the things he said. He couldn't be wrong. Even the content of the graffiti was the same! Hua Ying giggled, if Lan Zhan never ascended, he would make a wonderful ghost. Lan Zhan got more into the mood the more he drew. It wasn't even enough after he drew over the entire wall. He had to go on the other side and continue. Watching how the content of his drawing became stranger and stranger, Hua Ying felt sorry for Bichen as he thought, I'll have to cross out Lan Zhan's name from this wall. I can't possibly let others know who did this. No, no, how about I cross out the entire wall instead. After a hard struggle, Hua Ying finally dragged Lan Zhan back to the inn. He gave both hens to the owner, saying that they found them on their way. He went upstairs, shut the door, and turned around. Back when they were outside, he couldn't see clearly because of the darkness of the night, but now that they were inside, with the lamplight, he could see that feathers, leaves, and the white dust of wall plaster was all over Lan Zhan, from his clothes to his face, to his hair. He really didn't look his back.
You're so dirty! Laughed Hua Ying as he tried taking out the leave and feathers from Lan Zhan's hair
Wash my face. Said Lan Zhan as he grabbed hold of Hua Ying and bought him close.
How about I just help you bathe instead? Said Hua Ying
Do you want it? Asked Hua Ying
Yes. Only of you join me said Lan Zhan
All the workers in the inn were women. Of course, Hua Ying wouldn't make them do work that was too difficult. And so, Hua Ying let loose his wraiths to help him carry water as he prepared the tub. Once the tub was filled, he tried the temperature of the water. Just as he turned around, wanting to tell Lan Zhan to take off his clothes, he saw that Lan Zhan had already stripped on his own. Lan Zhan walked toward Hua Ying and slowly untied Hua Ying sash.
Lan Zhan, stop, you can bath first alright? The tub isn't big enough for both of is said Hua Ying
Lan Zhan glanced at the tub. After he confirmed that it wasn't big enough, he finally settled. Slowly, he found his way into the tub, sinking down and enveloping himself in the hot water. Hua Ying also rolled up his sleeves and walked towards the tub. Lan Zhan's skin was extremely fair. His long hair gleamed darkly, drifting on the surface of the water. For a second, amid the whirling steam, he seemed like an Immortal of ice and snow immersed in one of the Heaven's springs.
I should start adding my petals in my bath again said Hua Ying as he took up the wooden spoon inside the tub. Thin streaks of water poured down Lan Zhan's head. Since Lan Zhan had been staring at Hua Ying without a single blink.
Close your eyes for me. Please asked Hua Ying
Lan Zhan didn't listen to him. His eyes were still glued to Hua Ying as though he was scared that if he blinked once, Hua Ying might have run away. Hua Ying reached out to shut his eyes, and he buried the lower half of his face into the water, letting out a series of bubbles.
Hua Ying laughed as he lightly pinched his cheek, my love, how old are you? He asked as he grabbed the soap and cloth from the side and wiped from Lan Zhan's face downwards. As he wiped away, he stopped healing himself and sent the energy towards Lan Zhan his movements suddenly paused.
"Even though I had wiped them from your body I still do not know the reason thought Hua Ying as he washed Lan Zhan's chest and back, what did you do to deserve such a punishment."
Lan Zhan's arms had been folded on the edge of the tub, but he suddenly turned around. Hua Ying finally noticed that as he scrubbed him, his mind began to roam around and he didn't move for a long time, making the snowy skin on Lan Zhan's back so red that it seemed like someone had beat him up.
Sorry, I was spacing out. Does it hurt? Asked Hua Ying
Even after his back was rubbed so hard by Hua Ying, Lan Zhan still didn't say anything, only shaking his head. Seeing how he looked, all quiet and obedient, sitting in the tub, Hua Ying felt quite sorry. Curving his finger, he was about to go for his chin again. But before his arm was even fully stretched out, Lan Zhan suddenly grabbed his wrist and pulled him in. Water splashed everywhere. Things had gotten out of hand. It was all the same, no matter who started it first. When Hua Ying felt a bit more clear-headed, he was already sitting on Lan Zhan's legs. The two embraced and kissed each other in such a position for quite a long while. Hua Ying's arms were wrapped around Lan Zhan's neck as they kissed wildly and inseparably. Suddenly, he exclaimed with an 'ah.'
Opening his eyes, he wiped a tinge of blood from his lips as he scolded, Lan Zhan! Why are you biting like a dog again?!
His lips were kissed red in the first place. Stained with blood, they looked even more vivid. To his ill-timed dissatisfaction, Lan Zhan responded with another bite. Sore from all the biting and sucking, Hua Ying frowned. He reached down again in vengeance and wrapped his fingers around his member rubbed him hard. The arm he embraced Hua Ying with tightened, fingers leaving behind clear marks.
Hua Ying grinned as he caught his breath, How's that? You angry yet? You don't know this, Lan Zhan, but I love it when you're angry. He said as he pumped faster and kissed the corner of Lan Zhan mouth while Lan Zhan removed his drenched top.
Lan Zhan's skin was so hot that he seemed like he'd burst into flames. One hand locked around Hua Ying's waist; he slammed the edge of the wooden tub with his other hand. It split into pieces at once. The room immediately turned into a mess; the sight unbearable to the eye. The two couldn't be less concerned with these unimportant things. Lan Zhan picked Hua Ying up and threw him onto the bed. Just as Hua Ying propped himself up a bit, he was immediately pressed down again. Lan Zhan's gestures were more than fierce. He was nothing like before soft and gentle he was like they had been in this past fierce. Lan Zhan froze for a moment and Hua Ying knew that he was now sober.
Hua Ying flipped around and pushed Lan Zhan onto the bed, straddling him and bent down besides Lan Zhan ear. Even while you're intoxicated my love, you're as fierce as ever giggled Hua Ying. The earlobe by his lips was white as jade. Hua Ying couldn't help himself from taking a soft bite. It was soft and cold. After he bit it, he took it into his mouth and sucked on it lightly. Lan Zhan's fingers tightened slightly around Hua Ying's shoulders.
A-Ying, are you sure? You are still healing said Lan Zhan as he reached towards Hua Ying's waist to untie his sash belt.
We have yet to consummate our marriage if not now, then when? asked Hua Ying
Lan Zhan turned bring Hua Ying with him as he removed his undergarments with one swift move then laid between Hua Ying's legs.
You are truly otherworldly in this form said Lan Zhan as his left hand slipped behind Hua Ying neck and the right wondered softly over Hua Ying female body, as he reached Hua Ying's thigh, he wrapped his hand around his leg bringing it up slightly as he entered Hua Ying core. Hua Ying gasped but before he could moan Lan Zhan crushed their lips together. They kissed, turning their heads. Lan Zhan pressed the back of Hua Ying's neck with his left hand, not letting him open a single sliver of space between the two, biting and rubbing his lips. Hua Ying chased down the graceful yet powerful lines of Lan Zhan's back. As he began to move with long powerful strokes, thrusting faster as Hua Ying was neared his first orgasm. Hua Ying grabbed onto Lan Zhan as his release hit his body. Lan Zhan then rolled over that Hua Ying was on top. Those fair, slender hands swam around Hua Ying's body with his distinct knuckles before lingering at his waist and his hips, forcefully rubbing the delicate skin at the end of Hua Ying's thighs urging him to move. It was as though Hua Ying had turned into a zither, plucked and strummed under the pair of hands. Hua Ying let out weren't graceful zither notes either, but rather unbridled moans of pleasure. Just as Hua Ying' next orgasm came Lan Zhan pulled him down began thrusting faster and harder, kissing him fiercely they both released together, and Hua Ying laid on top of Lan Zhan as he played with Hua Ying's back.
Lan Zhan? Called Hua Ying after a while
'Mn' replied Lan Zhan
Is this what you wanted all along? Us together like this? asked Hua Ying
Yes and no said Lan Zhan
Oh, said Hua Ying a bit disappointed
I imagined us dressed in red with a big ceremony began Lan Zhan as he lifted Hua Ying's face and gently wiped Hua Ying's unshed tears. I imagined you not like this but how you use to look like, happy and mischievous. Said Lan Zhan as he kissed Hua Ying's lips.
Come, we have a room to clean said Hua Ying as he got up and picked up the clothes the was unceremoniously thrown around the room.
Why is it every time I end up drinking wine, we end up together? asked Lan Zhan
Because you express yourself more than what you do sober said Hua Ying without thinking
And whose fault is that? Asked Lan Zhan
The first time mine the second was partly mine but you could've spat it out and the third time you never took your teacup said Hua Ying while he got dressed, what was on your mind when you mistook the wine? Asked Hua Ying
My brother replied Lan Zhan
What about him? asked Hua Ying
Even though he knows the truth, he still believes with his eyes said Lan Zhan
Well then, he is an idiot said Hua Ying
A-Ying said Lan Zhan
No Lan Zhan, Mingjue tried to warn him before he was murdered but he never listened, now not only I but you and my aunt have warned him as well I gave him the evidence and even showed him! Do you know what it means to break one of the rules? you do not but I do said Hua Ying
But you have broken them before, haven't you? asked Lan Zhan
What's the difference A-Ying? my brother's life is on the line, and I trust him I know he would never do something foolish said Lan Zhan
What the difference! the difference is I was a lovesick mortal who believed that his soulmate would stay by his side that was the difference and like your brother you chose didn't you? Not once had he listened to you instead, he led the crusade not only to end my life but that of my family, besides father and Mingjue who tried to stand up for me after I told them not too at the Koi tower that night, did he? No because why, my heart had changed didn't it? I can tell you know from personal experience that ZeWu-Jun is right now with Meng Yao under his control because he believed in the good, he saw. Growled Hua Ying
A-Ying, calm down. ZeWu-Jun is not like that once he sees the truth, he will act accordingly said Lan Zhan
Really? Then tell me did he see that he had slaughtered over fifty old, frail and those that were only medics in the burial mounts that day? Did he see the truth when Mingjue saw who Xue Yang truly was? Did he see the truth when Mingjue died? Did he see the truth when Meng Yao kept spinning a web of lies and he ate it like it was the best tasting poison? No, you brother is as blind as those that cannot see because of his willingness to believe everyone has good in them when they do not and those that have good intentions and do the right thing are evil as everyone makes them out to be said Hua Ying and he threw on his outer coat.
Enough Hua Ying, ZeWu-Jun does not blindly follow those that do evil countered Lan Zhan
TELL THAT TO MY FAMILY WHO IS STILL CURSED TO THIS DAY BECAUSE OF THEIR NAME, YET THEY STILL PROTECTED THOSE WORTHLESS MORTALS AS THEY WAITED FOR ME! TELL THAT TO ME WHO WAS ASLEEP IN THE HEAVENS FOR THIRTEEN YEARS NOT KNOWING IF A-SANG AND MINGJUE WAS ALIVE BECAUSE I HAD TO GO THROUGH MY TRIALS AGAIN! ASLEEP... THE BETTER WOULD WOULD BE I CHOOSE TO FORGET EVERYTHING ABOUT THE CULTIVATIONAL WORLD AND THAT INCLUDES YOU!!! YOU WANT TO KNOW WHAT IT IS LIKE TO DIE LAN WANGJI GO GET YOURSELF BITTEN ONCE FUCK CALL A-NING AND ASK HIM TO BITE YOU THEN YOU WILL KNOW. Shouted Hua Ying. You have no idea the pain and suffering I went through because the cultivational world he would rather believe he lies of one man than the truth of many.
At this point, the owner of the inn suddenly ran upstairs, knocking on the room door, Young Master, Maiden! Are you in bed? Called the owner
Lan Zhan averted his gaze. As Hua Ying hurried to put on his other boot, no! We aren't. Hold on I am just putting on my shoes
Only after Hua Ying fix his appearance did Lan Zhan walk over and open the door.
Is anything the matter asked Hua Ying
Standing in the hallway, the owner smiled apologetically, I'm sorry to disturb your sleep so late at night. Please don't mind. But I have no choice, either. The guest sleeping below you said that water dripped into their room. I thought it might be from your room, so I came to check..." She looked inside the room and was immediately shocked, "W-W-W-What happened here?! Asked the owner
I should apologize my husband and I had a bath, and it broke said Hua Ying I shall pay for the damage, as he took out a few golden coins and handed it to her, her eyes opened wide at the coins being that it was worth more than the inn.
She walked inside smiling. Just how did the water leak down... There isn't even a place to put my feet in this room. She asked as she bent down, picked up a few sitting mats, and exclaimed again. Why is there a hole here?!
You heard our commotion, I got angry and stabbed my husband's sword in the floor said Hua Ying. As I said the coins should be enough for the repairs and remodeling.
Maiden, I mean no offense, but how could you throw around something as dangerous as a sword? It's not that big of a deal if you poke a hole through the mat and the floor, but what if you hurt someone? The owner asked
Well, it was either the floor or my husband's neck, I chose the floor as I love him dearly even though he angers me sighed Hua Ying
Then this'll be it for now. It's so late already too. You can rest first. I'll switch you two to a new room and deal with this one tomorrow morning. Said the owner completely understanding
Yes, please, thank you... Wait! Then, could we have two rooms please? Said Hua Ying
A-Ying... started Lan Zhan but quieted as Hua Ying raised his hand against the protest
Why two rooms? Asked the owner
Right now it would be better as to calm my temper or would you rather have another hole in the floor or worse asked Hua Ying
Indeed! Replied the owner understanding as she too was a woman and she heard what was said before she had knocked, the only reason why she had at that time was because she was afraid there would be more damage. After she answered, she indeed switched them to two rooms before she walked downstairs, holding the hem of her dress. Hua Ying expressed his gratitude and opened the door to his room. Turning around, he saw Lan Zhan standing in the hallway, holding Bichen in one hand and fiddling with his forehead ribbon in the other. He looked down and said nothing.
Hua Ying entered his room and placed his body by the door blocking entry. Once he had heard Lan Zhan enter his own room and closed the door only then he, did he allow his butterflies and his tears free.
If you weren't so dangerous right now I would hold you tight said a woman's voice, come I bought you some nectar.
A-Shi, cried Hua Ying as he changed to his male form and flung himself to his sister and cried
Calm down little A-Ying, I am here, I am always here said Hua Tianshi as she soothed her twin brother. He had calmed enough to sit but he was still miserable. Taking the cup he took a sip.
Lavender and rose with mint Hua Ying commented
Does wonders to soothe a heart smiled Hua Tianshi
What brings you here sister asked Hua Ying
You told mother, I had to find out from mother it's twins said Hua Tianshi
I had to said Hua Ying
Before I came here, I went there, for father and me there was nothing it looked like a normal widened area for street vendors to sell their wares replied Hua Tianshi
Well then it means only mortals can see said replied Hua Ying
It doesn't surprise me anymore that you know that you aren't immortal, yet Hua Tianshi remarked
A-Shi if I was immortal even my mortal flesh wouldn't have reacted so badly to the piece of the core said Hua Ying
That's how you found out. Is that why you had asked mother? She asked
Yes, they are not like me they never gave up anything or sacrificed everything nor would I allow them said Hua Ying.
What are their names Asked Hua Tianshi surprised but once again her brother was sacrificing himself for the right reasons if it ever came to that
Hua Ying gave her his wrist and she felt his pulse besides the abnormally slow pulse that was Hua Ying's there was two quick pulses that was almost in sync with each other.
A-Ying this is amazing said Hua Tianshi does he know?
He does not know; I haven't told him I wanted to but then we had, and argument, I was thinking of DiSung and ZhiRuo said Hua Ying
Did you feel that smiled Hua Tianshi, they like their names... You are right you know; I have been keeping a close eye on his brother, he was that gullible said Hua Tianshi
Yet still what I had said does not make things right said Hua Ying
And yet you have always been one for truth and that does make it right said Hua Tianshi
You aren't making me feel better A-Shi said Hua Ying
I didn't come here to feed you niceties, I came here to tell you if you enter there no one can help you and after what I heard to tell you that you are right said Hua Tianshi
It is fine I am enough said Hua Ying
A-Ying now who is lying to whom, you aren't even at twenty percent, and you are telling me that you are enough said Hua Tianshi shocked
He doesn't want to kill me he wants to use me for what I can do said Hua Ying, I have always known this
Will you give him what he wants? You know what happened last time your refused brother think this through please Asked Hua Tianshi
I will give Mingjue what he wants I will not betray anyone even if I am to be betrayed said Hua Ying
Alright A-Ying just try, come home better than what you have please why did you not tell him about the punishment you had to face when you went against the heavens asked Hua Tianshi
Because it was my punishment to endure even if it was heavens will that the seal remains but for once I wanted him there with me and I had him with me, the punishment was not severe because after all I am the heaven's beloved. I cannot promise anything because when it comes to this world A-Shi I might as well end up worse than before said Hua Ying, but I shall try my upmost best.
Hugging her brother, then I shall expect the worst but also the best she whispered and left
Right now, Hua Ying's entire body was covered in the Lan Zhan's scent. He knew that if he continued to stay here, with the thought that Lan Zhan was just a wall away from him, he would break and go back to him and stay the night. He definitely couldn't stay here. He pushed the window open and stepped onto the windowsill. Like a black cat, he lightly leaped out, landing without making a sound on one of the streets outside the inn. It was already late into the night. There were no people on the street, which made it convenient for Hua Ying to ghosted down the street. Passing the wall that Lan Zhan had graffitied when he was drunk, Hua Ying finally stopped in his tracks. On the wall were rabbits, pheasants, and little figures, all in a disarray. As he looked, Hua Ying once again recalled how dedicated Lan Zhan was when he drew these, along with how he dragged him over and wanted him to admire them. He couldn't help but smile a bit. An unparalleled sense of regret rushed into his heart. If only he never said those words, if only he kept them lock in his heart. Instead, he was spending a sleepless night on the streets outside of the inn, running like a headless fly to let out his emotions.
Hua Ying reached out, stroking the two kissing figures on the wall, and arrived at the words 'Lan Zhan was here' right above it. He had to erase these words, but before he did so, he used his fingertip to trace the lines of the name 'Lan Zhan.'
Once. Twice. Thrice. The more he traced them, the more he didn't want to let go and the more the tears flowed. Suddenly, picking up on a shuffling sound, he felt alarmed, as it was the middle of the night. As he walked around the corner and looked, he saw a black-robed figure lean forward against the wall, holding a file and trying to even out the graffiti marks on the wall with much dedication.
A-Ning?
Wen Ning turned around. His face was covered in white dust, A-Ying, why are you here?
What are you doing? Asked Hua Ying
Oh. Young Master Lan wrote so much. If the people here woke up tomorrow morning and saw this, it'd probably cause them quite a lot of trouble, so I'm here to get rid of some of them. He said Where's Young Master Lan?
He went to bed. I went out to walk around. Said Hua Ying as he wiped his eyes
Wen Ning noticed that his mood wasn't as usual. He paused what he was doing, A-Ying, did something happen?
He walked a few steps towards Hua Ying before suddenly halting, and quickly backing away.
What are you doing this time? Asked Hua Ying confused
No, no. Nothing! Said Wen Ning
Hua Ying could tell at first glance that he was feeling embarrassed. Unconsciously, he glanced at himself, and realized he had a few red fingerprints on his wrists, made by Lan Zhan when he grabbed him and pushed him onto the bed. He touched his lips. They were also still slightly swollen. When they dizzily rolled around on the bed, hugging so hard they almost became one, Lan Zhan bit and nibbled at his body. His neck was probably quite a scene as well.
If Wen Ning had any blood on his face, he would've been blushing so hard the bleed seeped out.
You... Ugh! Hua Ying sat down beside the corner of the wall and sighed; I want alcohol. Said Hua Ying
I'll go buy some. Said Wen Ning
Come back! What are you running for? I was in my female form and no I left because we fought not because of this Hua Ying said as he pointed to himself
Searching for alcohol. Was all Wen Ning could reply
You... I was only saying that, I can't drink, not now anyway and you really went to search. You're not really my servant, are you? Asked Hua Ying
But Young Master Lan has a lot... a lot of money... It's so nice. Said Wen Ning
Hua Ying slammed the back of his head onto the wall a few times, sighing a bunch, so do I remember and not my families my own! Never mind. I won't drink ever again. Said Hua Ying
Why? Asked Wen Ning
Alcohol makes things go wrong. I'm going to go abstinent. Replied Hua Ying
Wen Ning's lips twitched. What do you mean by this? You don't believe me? Asked Hua Ying
No, no. Replied Wen Ning. But, back then, didn't Sister fail to get you off alcohol, even after trying everything she could...
She just poked holes into my body with her needles every other day or so, didn't she? Even used up all my talismans and I refused to make more Laughed Hua Ying
After he laughed for some time, Wen Ning, have you ever thought about what you want to do, after this whole mess has ended? Asked Hua Ying
What I want to do? Asked Wen Ning surprised
Hua Ying let out a long sigh, despairing, I want to drink. The more he thought about it, the more dispirited he felt. The anxiety that had nowhere to go finally became a raging fire. He leaped up, Fuck. Wen Ning, let's go!
Where are we going? Asked Wen Ning
What I do best, go looking for trouble! Replied Hua Ying