Because of Mr. Yu’s deliberate emphasis on the word “technique,” Bai Mao had built up an entirely unrealistic anticipation for what might happen that night.
It was precisely because of that faint, impossible expectation that he appeared unusually enthusiastic.
As a result, when he was pressed against the wall, hugging Mr. Yu, his shoulder blades were rubbed red and bruised, and his whole body was shaking uncontrollably, he found that Mr. Yu had actually not made any progress.
At least it’s no different from last night! This kind of unskillful behavior cannot be called any technique at all!
“You’re giving me that look again?” Yu Xiangchen’s hand caught Bai Mao’s chin, his expression clearly displeased.
Bai Mao came to his senses instantly.
A good canary should never… never.. let a trace of dissatisfaction show toward its keeper, even implicitly.
Especially when the benefactor was nearly perfect in every other way, handsome, composed, generous.. except, well… perhaps a little less gifted in certain aspects.
Such a man was already a rarity in the world. Where else could one find someone like him?
Quickly diverting the topic, Bai Mao narrowed his eyes, leaned forward, and stopped just shy of Yu Xiangchen’s lips. His voice softened into a coaxing whisper, “Mr. Yu… kiss me.”
Yu Xiangchen paused. His grip on Bai Mao’s chin loosened slightly, brows drawing together.
Ever since discovering the “support agreement” that revealed Bai Mao’s true identity, Yu Xiangchen had been fully aware that their relationship was transactional.
Kissing, in his view, was too intimate act, something easily tangled with emotion. And emotion was the last thing he could afford in such arrangements.
But then he met Bai Mao’s gaze, those dark eyes shimmering faintly, as if holding quiet hope and for a moment, all logic faltered.
Forget it, he thought. It’s only a few nights a month. Whatever mess follows, it won’t be mine to clean up anyway.
The remaining distance between them vanished.
Their lips met, soft, warm, and startlingly human. For a heartbeat, time slowed. Bai Mao’s lashes quivered. Then, with a faint tilt of his mouth, he parted his lips slightly, drawing Yu Xiangchen deeper into that fleeting, dangerous tenderness.
Hours passed before the room fell silent again.
When Bai Mao finally caught his breath, a strange thought surfaced. Wait, something wasn’t right.
If he remembered correctly, the agreement stated “four times a week.” But nowhere did it specify what kind of “times.”
He tightened his hold around Yu Xiangchen and muttered under his breath, “Oh no… I’ve exceeded the limit.”
Yu Xiangchen, still composed, asked, “What limit?”
“…Nothing,” Bai Mao said quickly, shrinking back like a guilty child.
He didn’t dare remind Yu Xiangchen of the clause. If he did, and Yu Xiangchen decided to stop altogether, wouldn’t that be worse?
True, the man’s “technique” was far from ideal but still, better than having nothing at all.
If only I’d known he was this energetic, Bai Mao thought helplessly. I should’ve written ten times a week instead!
By the time dawn crept through the curtains, everything was finally over.
Too strong.
It’s really powerful!
Mr. Yu is the eternal God!!
Bai Mao lay boneless on the bed, fingers refusing to move, every muscle heavy with exhaustion. When he opened his eyes, Yu Xiangchen was already dressed.
The man’s movements were calm and precise, buttoning his shirt all the way to the collar, each motion smooth and disciplined. Even such an ordinary act carried an inexplicable restraint that drew the eye.
“Mr. Yu?” Bai Mao murmured, his voice hoarse. “It’s already morning. Are you still going back?”
Yu Xiangchen adjusted his cuffs. “Yes. I need to change.”
He walked to the door, then turned back suddenly. His voice was low and even.
“Don’t develop feelings for me. Between us, it’s impossible.”
Bai Mao blinked. “Huh?”
What was that supposed to mean?
Yu Xiangchen continued, calm and detached. “Next time, don’t ask for a kiss. I won’t allow it again. Take care of yourself.”
With that, he left.
Bai Mao could only stare after him, stunned. Why did he suddenly turn into an ice block again?
When he finally woke again, it was already two in the afternoon.
There were several missed calls from his manager, Xu Dongming. As Bai Mao washed up, he called back.
“What’s up, ge?”
Xu sighed dramatically. “Nothing serious. Your sister in law made sweet and sour ribs for lunch. Wanted to call you over, but you didn’t answer.”
Bai Mao froze, “Ah! how could this happen!”
“Hahaha, can’t blame me this time. I tried.” Xu teased. “Where were you last night, huh? You never sleep this late.”
Bai Mao chuckled lightly, “Went exploring the mysteries of the universe.”
“What kind of answer is that? Whatever. Did you watch that variety show I mentioned?”
“Not yet. Starting today.”
“Good. I’m heading out with your sister-in-law now, she’s all dressed up already. Talk tonight, all right?”
Bai Mao hesitated. Yu Xiangchen had already appeared two nights in a row. If he came again tonight… it would be hard to find time for a video call,
“We’ll see,” he said vaguely.
After hanging up, he scrolled through messages,one from Aunt Wang, who’d dropped by to cook lunch, and another from a newly added contact: Guardian Angel No.1.
“Did you really not hit Bai Sheng? Then why did he hide behind me that day when he saw you lift a chair?”
Bai Mao clicked his tongue softly. This kid really doesn’t know his place.
He replied: “A reminder! questions require payment.”
Within minutes, a five-hundred transfer arrived.
Smiling, Bai Mao typed again: “Friendly tip: you just asked two questions.”
Across town, Guardian Angel No.1,Shang Tongrui was filming on set. He stared at his phone, leg bouncing in irritation.
The previous 500 yuan has been sent, but it corresponds to the first question, and Shang Tongrui wants to know the answer to the second question.
He quickly made up his mind and transferred another 500 yuan to Bai Mao.
He wanted to see how Bai Mao would respond to him!
Finally, the reply came
“First question, no, I’ve never hit him. Second question, how would I know why he hid behind you? Ask him yourself.”
Shang Tongrui nearly exploded. This was a highway robbery!
And yet, something in Bai Mao’s careless tone struck a chord. Could it be true? Had Bai Sheng really?
Shang Tongrui had previously been reluctant to question Bai Sheng because Bai Sheng always felt uncomfortable whenever he mentioned his second brother.
He had a soft spot for Bai Sheng and naturally didn’t want to see her frowning and covering her chest.
But now, it was clear that he had to question the person involved in order to uncover Bai Mao’s true colors.
He called Bai Sheng at once.
“Tongrui?” Bai Sheng’s voice was gentle as ever, instantly softening the edges of Shang Tongrui’s anger.
“I wanted to ask you something,” Tongrui said, forcing calm.
“Why do you sound so serious? Go ahead.”
“Your… second brother. Has he ever hit you?”
There was silence. A few long seconds later, Bai Sheng’s voice came, quiet and hesitant, “How could you think that? He’s my brother… of course not.”
That tremor, that subtle falter, it told Shang Tongrui everything.
His heart ached, “Bai Sheng, did he contact you recently?”
Bai Sheng hesitated again, “Tongrui, can you do me a favor? I’ll send you some money, help me ask him a few things. Just casual ones. You can give him the money for me.”
Shang Tongrui was stunned. Even after everything, Bai Sheng still wanted to give Bai Mao money?
How could someone be so kind… so heartbreakingly kind?
He agreed at once, “Don’t worry, I’ll handle it.”
Having said that, he didn’t really intend to let Bai Mao get away with it.
Such bad people should pay the price they deserve!
While Shang Tongrui was racking his brains, thinking about how to deal with Bai Mao, Bai Mao was watching a variety show in a birdcage, rolling on the ground laughing.
At four o’clock in the afternoon, Bai Mao finished the second episode of the variety show.
He stood up and stretched his body, then stood on the balcony, looking at the darkening sky outside.
Suddenly, he thought of something, and hurried back to the computer, opened his treasured folders, and began searching one by one.
He packaged the file and sent it to Yu Xiangchen with a brief note: “Study material.”
Then he went back to his show, still laughing.
Far away, Yu Xiangchen leaned back in his office chair, rubbing his temples wearily.
He carried a secret few knew, he suffered from a dissociative condition with two distinct personalities sharing one body. The secondary persona appeared for three nights each month, taking full control until morning.
They shared no memories. And though Yu Xiangchen had long decided not to monitor his other self’s actions, he’d always trusted that nothing disastrous occurred.
However, after so many years, the secondary personality has not let him down and has not caused any special trouble. However, without exception, after his body returns, Yu Xiangchen will feel extremely tired.
But this month was different. The exhaustion was heavier, especially the last two nights.
What on earth had the other him been doing?
A marathon? Unlikely.
He shook off the thought, poured himself a coffee, and was about to resume work when a message notification chimed, the unique alert tone he’d set for Bai Mao.
“Study material?”
He frowned slightly. Some sort of acting clip?
Could it be Bai Mao’s performance in his previous acting class?
Yu Xiang pondered for a moment and originally had no intention of reading it, but after making coffee and finishing the work at hand, he finally moved the mouse and downloaded the compressed folder.
It’s a video file.
As expected.
Yu Xiangchen clicked it casually, picked up his coffee, leaned back leisurely, and planned to enjoy the young man’s performance in class.
“Hmmmm~~”
“… Don’t want~~”
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ChaptersChapter 1 · A Nightmare or Reality?Chapter 2 · Yu family’s BanquetChapter 3 · I know your Secret..Chapter 4 · Becoming A Stand-InChapter 5 · Real IntentionChapter 6 · Yu XiangchenChapter 7 · Moved into new houseChapter 8 · Why he’s so perfect?!Chapter 9 · Role stolenChapter 10 · Four Times a WeekChapter 11 · Wrong Message?Chapter 12 · Flower protectorChapter 13 · Study MaterialChapter 14 Part 1 · I don’t have that kind of worldly desireChapter 14 Part 2 · I don’t have that kind of worldly desireChapter 15 · Four thousand yuan has arrived in AlipayChapter 16 · In the River?Chapter 17 · Boss like him, People would ready to do OvertimeChapter 18 · Does Mr. Yu have two faces?!Chapter 19 · Now we can begin to express our gratitude.Chapter 20 · Split Personality!Chapter 21 · Mr. Yu is busy and may not have time to comeChapter 22 · Call duration: 0:12Chapter 23 · He’s not Worth itChapter 24 · Mr Yu on film setChapter 25 · You can consider me if you decided to leave Mr. YuChapter 26 · Big Sister has unique hobbyChapter 27 · Really? I’m actually the young master of the Bai family?Chapter 28 · Bai Sheng is Pitiful?Chapter 29 · Someone took a picture of themChapter 30 · Your little one is hereChapter 31 · Mr. Yu asked me if I had a stiff neckChapter 32 · The little lucky butterfly’s wings flutteredChapter 33 · Mr. Yu, you came here just once at the beginningChapter 34 · The door wasn’t lockedChapter 35 · You’re an adult nowChapter 36 · Are rooms still available by scrambling?Chapter 37 · I’m definitely going to watch this variety show!Chapter 38 · Who asked Bai Sheng for money to support Bai Mao?Chapter 39 · How many zeros are there?Chapter 40 · You have to be careful with your methodsChapter 41 · Let’s get MarriedChapter 42 · I’m obviously just coveting your body!Chapter 43 · Does what we’re doing count as Sneaking?Chapter 44 · You want to change rooms?Chapter 45 · Isn’t Bai Sheng’s scheming way too deep?Chapter 46 · Mr. Yu in front of me has become calm and composedChapter 47 · You care a lot about Yu Yutian?Chapter 48 · Bai Sheng has found someoneChapter 49 · How to fall in loveChapter 50 · Uncle Long LegsChapter 51 · Bai Mao, I’m a little scaredChapter 52 · I simply told them the truthChapter 53 · That was far too mercilessChapter 54 · Your fans mention it in your fan forumChapter 55 · In your dreamsChapter 56 · Hello, UncleChapter 57 · Verified account had repliedChapter 58 · Maomao, you don’t need to be afraid of themChapter 59 · What a headacheChapter 60 · It’s a bit… tragicChapter 61 · I’m waiting for you at homeChapter 62 · That’s just too much!Chapter 63 · Is this watch really that expensive?Chapter 64 · Tian CityChapter 65 · They’re easy to get along with.Chapter 66 · Want to have a relationship with marriage in mind?Chapter 67 · Is this the joy of being someone’s “little uncle”?Chapter 68 · Has the protagonist finally figured it out?Chapter 69 · I miss youChapter 70 · That whole family is something else.Chapter 71 · Then comfort meChapter 72 · What about sincerity?Chapter 73 · There’s also 10% of the company’s sharesChapter 74 · So called conservativeChapter 75 · I thought you’d be walking with a limpChapter 76 · They’ve been brainwashedChapter 77 · We got marriedChapter 78 · CongratulationsChapter 79 · You already knew it was me?Chapter 80 · You look very good in a shirtChapter 81 · Did you used to like Bai Sheng?Chapter 82 · I never liked himChapter 83 · Uncle is super niceChapter 84 · Extra 1Chapter 85 · Extra 2Chapter 86 · Extra 3