Heart-to-Heart
Yan Ge smiled and shook his head, “It’s alright. I won’t hide anything that can be revealed. I can only tell you that I must complete some tasks he gives me, and through these tasks, I can obtain rewards. The reason I fainted a few days ago was because I took the reward he gave me, the Foundation Building Pill.”
“He is a ‘deity,’ wouldn’t he be able to easily eliminate you?” Huangfu Yuchen regarded Yan Jin with caution.
Yan Jin helplessly shrugged his shoulders.
Yan Ge said, “No, he won’t. Although he is a deity, he has to rely on me to survive and grow, so he will never pose a threat to me. You can trust him.”
Only then did Huangfu Yuchen let go of his worries.
Yan Ge continued, “After taking the Foundation Building Pill, one can cultivate into an immortal. Are you willing to cultivate with me?”
Huangfu Yuchen looked at him in astonishment, “Cultivate into an immortal?”
“Yes, are you willing?” Yan Ge earnestly gazed at him, “We can cultivate together and become a divine couple. Once we achieve mastery, we can even leave this mortal world and explore other realms.”
“Of course, I am willing.” Huangfu Yuchen embraced him tightly, “If I can also cultivate, I won’t worry about you running away. No matter where you go, I will capture you and make sure you can never leave me.”
Yan Ge proudly smiled at him, “You have to practice the Flowing Sands Sword Technique to lay the foundation. Hehe, I cultivated before you, so my cultivation will surpass yours. If you dare to wrong me, I will teach you a lesson. Hahaha!”
Huangfu Yuchen laughed and contentedly sighed, “Little fool. Anyway, now that I finally have you, I will cherish you with all my heart.”
After revealing the two greatest secrets, Yan Ge felt completely at ease. The two of them gazed at each other, feeling a profound atmosphere. It seemed as if their hearts were tightly intertwined, and they unconsciously drew closer to each other, their lips almost touching.
The disregarded Yan Jin couldn’t help but protest, “Master, master’s husband, I’m still here.”
Yan Ge was speechless. What master’s husband?
Huangfu Yuchen laughed happily.
“Little Jin,” Yan Ge playfully tapped Yan Jin.
Yan Jin covered his head and wiggled, “Master, master’s husband, I don’t want to remain invisible all the time. Can you arrange an identity for me? I want to play with the little crown prince.”
Huangfu Yuchen looked at Yan Ge.
Yan Ge said, “Yuchen, although Little Jin appears like a child, he actually knows a lot. If he stays with the little crown prince, he can not only protect him but also teach him some things.”
Huangfu Yuchen pondered for a moment and reluctantly said, “If we want to keep him in the palace and ensure that no one with ill intentions bothers him, the best way is for him to be my son, a secret child?”
Yan Ge was speechless.
“A prince? Great!” Yan Jin exclaimed happily, “I have never been a prince before.”
Yan Ge scratched his head, “Wouldn’t that harm your reputation?”
Yan Jin narrowed his eyes at him, “Once married, the water is thrown away.”
Yan Ge choked.
Huangfu Yuchen chuckled and kissed his face, reassuring him, “Here’s the plan: I will arrange an identity for him outside the palace first, then acknowledge him as my adopted son, and confer him the title of prince. This identity won’t threaten the interests of the legitimate prince, and both the court and the harem won’t object.”
Yan Ge nodded, “Let’s do as you say.”
Huangfu Yuchen looked at Yan Jin, “Can you leave now?”
“I won’t disturb your private moment,” Yan Jin obediently disappeared.
Huangfu Yuchen embraced Yan Ge as they lay down together. His heart was fluctuating wildly, he was finally able to fully feel Yan Ge’s presence. His gaze and fingers traced from Yan Ge’s forehead, slid across his eyebrows, then to his eyes and nose, gliding over his cheeks, and finally resting on his rosy lips. Their heads drew closer, and their lips met, gently sucking.
Unable to resist Huangfu Yuchen’s teasing tenderness, Yan Ge actively deepened the kiss.
Huangfu Yuchen’s chest heaved rapidly as he suddenly pressed Yan Ge beneath him, panting heavily as he stared at him. His dark eyes were veiled by a mist of passion and their entwined bodies felt each other’s heat. “I can’t wait any longer.”
Yan Ge turned his head and with a wave of his hand, extinguished the lanterns…
Huangfu Yuchen woke up from a dream and saw the person from his dream in his embrace. A profound sense of satisfaction overwhelmed him, and he gently kissed Yan Ge’s bare shoulder. The ice in the basin next to the bed had completely melted, but he didn’t call for someone to add ice, fearing it would disturb Yan Ge. Reluctant to leave Yan Ge’s side, he picked up a fan and gently fanned him.
Yan Ge, perhaps also having a pleasant dream, curled his lips slightly, causing Huangfu Yuchen to do the same.
Yan Ge was awakened by hunger and immediately felt the soreness all over his body, as if he had been crushed. Remembering what happened last night, his face flushed. Both of them were full of passion and had excellent stamina, so they engaged in amorous activities until dawn.
“You’re awake,” Huangfu Yuchen was sitting by the bedside, fully clothed and reading a book. When he heard movement, he lowered his head and pecked Yan Ge’s lips, smiling as he said, “You must be hungry, Deng Mande?”
“This slave is here.”
Huangfu Yuchen took the tray from Deng Mande’s hand. “This is the meat and vegetable porridge that I asked the kitchen to cook, your favorite. If you’re still tired, eat first and then sleep.”
Yan Ge sat up and smelled the aroma, hesitating. “I haven’t brushed my teeth.”
“It’s fine to brush after eating,” Huangfu Yuchen tucked a loose strand of hair behind his ear.
Yan Ge nodded and took the bowl of porridge. It wasn’t scalding hot, obviously Huangfu Yuchen had purposely kept it at this temperature.
Yan Ge realized that his appetite had increased since he built the foundation. It took him four bowls of porridge to feel full.
Huangfu Yuchen chuckled lightly. He patted his stomach, and set the porridge aside, allowing Yan Ge to lean against him. “Go back to sleep, I’ll stay here with you.”
“I won’t sleep anymore.” Yan Ge turned his head to look at him and smiled. He couldn’t explain why he was smiling, but he felt a pleasant sensation throughout his body and mind. To be in mutual love with someone was the greatest happiness in the world, giving him the confidence to face any difficulties as long as that person was by his side.
Huangfu Yuchen’s lips also carried a smile, his eyes fixed on Yan Ge’s as he occasionally lightly kissed his eyelids and cheeks.
They didn’t speak, yet they both experienced a deep sense of contentment.
Huangfu Yuchen got up and rummaged through the low cabinet at the head of the bed.
“What are you looking for?”
Huangfu Yuchen took out a red jade box and opened it, revealing two rings placed side by side. Each had half a silver heart, and when joined together, formed a complete heart.
“These are the matching rings from Linlang Pavilion. When did you buy them?” Yan Ge’s heart felt sweet, and that sweetness bloomed into a slightly silly smile on his face.
Huangfu Yuchen took out the smaller one. “I bought them a long time ago. Do you like it?”
Yan Ge nodded, and Huangfu Yuchen tried to put the ring on his left ring finger, but it wouldn’t fit past the joint. Annoyed, he furrowed his brow. “You’ve grown taller now, so naturally your fingers have also become thicker.”
Yan Ge laughed and jumped off the bed. “You didn’t mention it, so I forgot. Since I took the Foundation Pill, I haven’t seen my current appearance.”
“Why?” Huangfu Yuchen followed him.
Yan Ge’s face was flushed, and he glanced at him. “How can you ask that? You’ve been avoiding me all this time, and I’ve been so troubled, solely focused on how to resolve the deadlock between us. I didn’t have the mind to pay attention to the changes in my own body.”
He walked up to the mirror, gazing at his reflection with a satisfied smile. Now, he was at least 1.8 meters tall, with a slender but strong body. His appearance hadn’t changed much, but his features had lost some of their youthful innocence, revealing a more handsome charm. His body shouldn’t undergo any further changes in the short term. Unfortunately, he was still shorter than Huangfu Yuchen, who was at least 1.86 meters tall.
“It’s difficult to hide this appearance now,” Huangfu Yuchen embraced him from behind.
“Little Jin has a solution,” Yan Ge said, “Let me copy the Flowing Sands Sword Technique for you, so you can learn it as soon as possible.”
“There’s no rush today,” Huangfu Yuchen said, biting his earlobe. “We’ll be busy in the days to come. Today, nothing else matters.”
Yan Ge turned his head and pecked his lips quickly before swiftly leaving. “I haven’t brushed my teeth,” he said, walking away.
This guy. Huangfu Yuchen shook his head and followed him to the washroom, watching the foam around his mouth, a playful smile forming on his lips.
Yan Ge deliberately approached, wanting to kiss his face, wearing a mischievous smile.
“Don’t tease me, be careful not to choke,” Huangfu Yuchen patted his buttocks and picked up a towel, soaking it in water.
“En,” Yan Ge spat out the foam, “By the way, my elder brother is getting married soon. Will you go?”
Huangfu Yuchen handed him the wet towel. “Of course. It’s a formal meeting with my future father-in-law and mother-in-law, it’s an occasion not to be missed.”
Yan Ge scoffed lightly. “Father-in-law and mother-in-law indeed.”
Huangfu Yuchen smiled and used the wet towel to wipe his mouth. Without a word, he kissed him, and soon enough, the two of them ended up back in bed…
The next day, they couldn’t indulge any longer. Huangfu Yuchen sent Yan Ge off and went to attend court, while Yan Ge himself got up to prepare for work.
–“Master, now you should have time to hear my report on the system’s changes, right?” Yan Jin teased Yan Ge.
Yan Jin cast an illusion on him. In the eyes of others, only the scar on his face had disappeared, and his features looked exactly the same as before. Yan Jin remained invisible, sitting on the floor with crossed legs.
They were on the carriage leaving the palace. Yan Ge’s waist was a bit sore, but he didn’t want Wan Xiang and Xiao Chuanzi to notice anything unusual, so he endured it.
Wan Xiang and Xiao Chuanzi had been in the palace for a long time and were not dull-witted. They were afraid that their master had a thin skin, so they pretended not to know, feeling happy for him in their hearts.
“Yes, go ahead,” Yan Ge said curiously.
–Yan Jin proudly said, “The upgraded system has two main changes. First, the backpack has become larger, now it can hold at least one thousand cubic units. The second change is the addition of a store function to the system.”
“Does the store function mean I can buy anything?” Yan Ge asked.
–“You can say that,” Yan Jin said. “The store offers a variety of goods in terms of food, clothing, shelter, and transportation. However, currently, the available types of goods are limited. As the system continues to upgrade, the variety of goods will become richer. With these resources, the speed at which the master earns money will be faster, thus accelerating the promotion process.”
With interest, Yan Ge opened the system and entered the store. The store had dozens of shelves, neatly arranged with goods in various categories. There were modern packaged seasonings, fruits, and vegetables, as well as traditional ceramic jars filled with pickles and fine wines. In terms of clothing, there were various styles from different eras, dazzling the eyes… The prices ranged from low to high, with some items costing a dozen coins, while others were priced at several hundred taels of silver.
Yan Ge browsed through some of the items, almost overwhelmed by the choices.
“Master, if you’re looking for something specific, you can ask me, and I’ll help you find it,” Yan Jin said. Being one with the system, he knew the location of every item without searching.
Yan Ge remembered something. “Little Jin, see if there’s a wine making recipe for me.”
“Yes,” Yan Jin responded without hesitation. In less than two seconds, several sheets of paper with writing appeared in the “Pre-Order Items” section. Below each item, in a rectangular box, there were descriptions of the taste, value, and price of the brewed wine. At the bottom, there was a prompt: “Are you sure you want to purchase this item?” with two options: Yes and No.
“Master, are you planning to open a winery?” Yan Jin asked.
Heart-to-Heart
Yan Ge smiled and shook his head, “It’s alright. I won’t hide anything that can be revealed. I can only tell you that I must complete some tasks he gives me, and through these tasks, I can obtain rewards. The reason I fainted a few days ago was because I took the reward he gave me, the Foundation Building Pill.”
“He is a ‘deity,’ wouldn’t he be able to easily eliminate you?” Huangfu Yuchen regarded Yan Jin with caution.
Yan Jin helplessly shrugged his shoulders.
Yan Ge said, “No, he won’t. Although he is a deity, he has to rely on me to survive and grow, so he will never pose a threat to me. You can trust him.”
Only then did Huangfu Yuchen let go of his worries.
Yan Ge continued, “After taking the Foundation Building Pill, one can cultivate into an immortal. Are you willing to cultivate with me?”
Huangfu Yuchen looked at him in astonishment, “Cultivate into an immortal?”
“Yes, are you willing?” Yan Ge earnestly gazed at him, “We can cultivate together and become a divine couple. Once we achieve mastery, we can even leave this mortal world and explore other realms.”
“Of course, I am willing.” Huangfu Yuchen embraced him tightly, “If I can also cultivate, I won’t worry about you running away. No matter where you go, I will capture you and make sure you can never leave me.”
Yan Ge proudly smiled at him, “You have to practice the Flowing Sands Sword Technique to lay the foundation. Hehe, I cultivated before you, so my cultivation will surpass yours. If you dare to wrong me, I will teach you a lesson. Hahaha!”
Huangfu Yuchen laughed and contentedly sighed, “Little fool. Anyway, now that I finally have you, I will cherish you with all my heart.”
After revealing the two greatest secrets, Yan Ge felt completely at ease. The two of them gazed at each other, feeling a profound atmosphere. It seemed as if their hearts were tightly intertwined, and they unconsciously drew closer to each other, their lips almost touching.
The disregarded Yan Jin couldn’t help but protest, “Master, master’s husband, I’m still here.”
Yan Ge was speechless. What master’s husband?
Huangfu Yuchen laughed happily.
“Little Jin,” Yan Ge playfully tapped Yan Jin.
Yan Jin covered his head and wiggled, “Master, master’s husband, I don’t want to remain invisible all the time. Can you arrange an identity for me? I want to play with the little crown prince.”
Huangfu Yuchen looked at Yan Ge.
Yan Ge said, “Yuchen, although Little Jin appears like a child, he actually knows a lot. If he stays with the little crown prince, he can not only protect him but also teach him some things.”
Huangfu Yuchen pondered for a moment and reluctantly said, “If we want to keep him in the palace and ensure that no one with ill intentions bothers him, the best way is for him to be my son, a secret child?”
Yan Ge was speechless.
“A prince? Great!” Yan Jin exclaimed happily, “I have never been a prince before.”
Yan Ge scratched his head, “Wouldn’t that harm your reputation?”
Yan Jin narrowed his eyes at him, “Once married, the water is thrown away.”
Yan Ge choked.
Huangfu Yuchen chuckled and kissed his face, reassuring him, “Here’s the plan: I will arrange an identity for him outside the palace first, then acknowledge him as my adopted son, and confer him the title of prince. This identity won’t threaten the interests of the legitimate prince, and both the court and the harem won’t object.”
Yan Ge nodded, “Let’s do as you say.”
Huangfu Yuchen looked at Yan Jin, “Can you leave now?”
“I won’t disturb your private moment,” Yan Jin obediently disappeared.
Huangfu Yuchen embraced Yan Ge as they lay down together. His heart was fluctuating wildly, he was finally able to fully feel Yan Ge’s presence. His gaze and fingers traced from Yan Ge’s forehead, slid across his eyebrows, then to his eyes and nose, gliding over his cheeks, and finally resting on his rosy lips. Their heads drew closer, and their lips met, gently sucking.
Unable to resist Huangfu Yuchen’s teasing tenderness, Yan Ge actively deepened the kiss.
Huangfu Yuchen’s chest heaved rapidly as he suddenly pressed Yan Ge beneath him, panting heavily as he stared at him. His dark eyes were veiled by a mist of passion and their entwined bodies felt each other’s heat. “I can’t wait any longer.”
Yan Ge turned his head and with a wave of his hand, extinguished the lanterns…
Huangfu Yuchen woke up from a dream and saw the person from his dream in his embrace. A profound sense of satisfaction overwhelmed him, and he gently kissed Yan Ge’s bare shoulder. The ice in the basin next to the bed had completely melted, but he didn’t call for someone to add ice, fearing it would disturb Yan Ge. Reluctant to leave Yan Ge’s side, he picked up a fan and gently fanned him.
Yan Ge, perhaps also having a pleasant dream, curled his lips slightly, causing Huangfu Yuchen to do the same.
Yan Ge was awakened by hunger and immediately felt the soreness all over his body, as if he had been crushed. Remembering what happened last night, his face flushed. Both of them were full of passion and had excellent stamina, so they engaged in amorous activities until dawn.
“You’re awake,” Huangfu Yuchen was sitting by the bedside, fully clothed and reading a book. When he heard movement, he lowered his head and pecked Yan Ge’s lips, smiling as he said, “You must be hungry, Deng Mande?”
“This slave is here.”
Huangfu Yuchen took the tray from Deng Mande’s hand. “This is the meat and vegetable porridge that I asked the kitchen to cook, your favorite. If you’re still tired, eat first and then sleep.”
Yan Ge sat up and smelled the aroma, hesitating. “I haven’t brushed my teeth.”
“It’s fine to brush after eating,” Huangfu Yuchen tucked a loose strand of hair behind his ear.
Yan Ge nodded and took the bowl of porridge. It wasn’t scalding hot, obviously Huangfu Yuchen had purposely kept it at this temperature.
Yan Ge realized that his appetite had increased since he built the foundation. It took him four bowls of porridge to feel full.
Huangfu Yuchen chuckled lightly. He patted his stomach, and set the porridge aside, allowing Yan Ge to lean against him. “Go back to sleep, I’ll stay here with you.”
“I won’t sleep anymore.” Yan Ge turned his head to look at him and smiled. He couldn’t explain why he was smiling, but he felt a pleasant sensation throughout his body and mind. To be in mutual love with someone was the greatest happiness in the world, giving him the confidence to face any difficulties as long as that person was by his side.
Huangfu Yuchen’s lips also carried a smile, his eyes fixed on Yan Ge’s as he occasionally lightly kissed his eyelids and cheeks.
They didn’t speak, yet they both experienced a deep sense of contentment.
Huangfu Yuchen got up and rummaged through the low cabinet at the head of the bed.
“What are you looking for?”
Huangfu Yuchen took out a red jade box and opened it, revealing two rings placed side by side. Each had half a silver heart, and when joined together, formed a complete heart.
“These are the matching rings from Linlang Pavilion. When did you buy them?” Yan Ge’s heart felt sweet, and that sweetness bloomed into a slightly silly smile on his face.
Huangfu Yuchen took out the smaller one. “I bought them a long time ago. Do you like it?”
Yan Ge nodded, and Huangfu Yuchen tried to put the ring on his left ring finger, but it wouldn’t fit past the joint. Annoyed, he furrowed his brow. “You’ve grown taller now, so naturally your fingers have also become thicker.”
Yan Ge laughed and jumped off the bed. “You didn’t mention it, so I forgot. Since I took the Foundation Pill, I haven’t seen my current appearance.”
“Why?” Huangfu Yuchen followed him.
Yan Ge’s face was flushed, and he glanced at him. “How can you ask that? You’ve been avoiding me all this time, and I’ve been so troubled, solely focused on how to resolve the deadlock between us. I didn’t have the mind to pay attention to the changes in my own body.”
He walked up to the mirror, gazing at his reflection with a satisfied smile. Now, he was at least 1.8 meters tall, with a slender but strong body. His appearance hadn’t changed much, but his features had lost some of their youthful innocence, revealing a more handsome charm. His body shouldn’t undergo any further changes in the short term. Unfortunately, he was still shorter than Huangfu Yuchen, who was at least 1.86 meters tall.
“It’s difficult to hide this appearance now,” Huangfu Yuchen embraced him from behind.
“Little Jin has a solution,” Yan Ge said, “Let me copy the Flowing Sands Sword Technique for you, so you can learn it as soon as possible.”
“There’s no rush today,” Huangfu Yuchen said, biting his earlobe. “We’ll be busy in the days to come. Today, nothing else matters.”
Yan Ge turned his head and pecked his lips quickly before swiftly leaving. “I haven’t brushed my teeth,” he said, walking away.
This guy. Huangfu Yuchen shook his head and followed him to the washroom, watching the foam around his mouth, a playful smile forming on his lips.
Yan Ge deliberately approached, wanting to kiss his face, wearing a mischievous smile.
“Don’t tease me, be careful not to choke,” Huangfu Yuchen patted his buttocks and picked up a towel, soaking it in water.
“En,” Yan Ge spat out the foam, “By the way, my elder brother is getting married soon. Will you go?”
Huangfu Yuchen handed him the wet towel. “Of course. It’s a formal meeting with my future father-in-law and mother-in-law, it’s an occasion not to be missed.”
Yan Ge scoffed lightly. “Father-in-law and mother-in-law indeed.”
Huangfu Yuchen smiled and used the wet towel to wipe his mouth. Without a word, he kissed him, and soon enough, the two of them ended up back in bed…
The next day, they couldn’t indulge any longer. Huangfu Yuchen sent Yan Ge off and went to attend court, while Yan Ge himself got up to prepare for work.
–“Master, now you should have time to hear my report on the system’s changes, right?” Yan Jin teased Yan Ge.
Yan Jin cast an illusion on him. In the eyes of others, only the scar on his face had disappeared, and his features looked exactly the same as before. Yan Jin remained invisible, sitting on the floor with crossed legs.
They were on the carriage leaving the palace. Yan Ge’s waist was a bit sore, but he didn’t want Wan Xiang and Xiao Chuanzi to notice anything unusual, so he endured it.
Wan Xiang and Xiao Chuanzi had been in the palace for a long time and were not dull-witted. They were afraid that their master had a thin skin, so they pretended not to know, feeling happy for him in their hearts.
“Yes, go ahead,” Yan Ge said curiously.
–Yan Jin proudly said, “The upgraded system has two main changes. First, the backpack has become larger, now it can hold at least one thousand cubic units. The second change is the addition of a store function to the system.”
“Does the store function mean I can buy anything?” Yan Ge asked.
–“You can say that,” Yan Jin said. “The store offers a variety of goods in terms of food, clothing, shelter, and transportation. However, currently, the available types of goods are limited. As the system continues to upgrade, the variety of goods will become richer. With these resources, the speed at which the master earns money will be faster, thus accelerating the promotion process.”
With interest, Yan Ge opened the system and entered the store. The store had dozens of shelves, neatly arranged with goods in various categories. There were modern packaged seasonings, fruits, and vegetables, as well as traditional ceramic jars filled with pickles and fine wines. In terms of clothing, there were various styles from different eras, dazzling the eyes… The prices ranged from low to high, with some items costing a dozen coins, while others were priced at several hundred taels of silver.
Yan Ge browsed through some of the items, almost overwhelmed by the choices.
“Master, if you’re looking for something specific, you can ask me, and I’ll help you find it,” Yan Jin said. Being one with the system, he knew the location of every item without searching.
Yan Ge remembered something. “Little Jin, see if there’s a wine making recipe for me.”
“Yes,” Yan Jin responded without hesitation. In less than two seconds, several sheets of paper with writing appeared in the “Pre-Order Items” section. Below each item, in a rectangular box, there were descriptions of the taste, value, and price of the brewed wine. At the bottom, there was a prompt: “Are you sure you want to purchase this item?” with two options: Yes and No.
“Master, are you planning to open a winery?” Yan Jin asked.
