Translated by Eve

Eve: This isnt a chapter title. The chapter was locked so I had to find it on a pirate site which didnt have the chapter title.

Trigger warning: Dubious consent (Well, more than usual since some of those kisses before were also dubcon)

And thank you buggy for the kofi~

Song Xuanhe blinked and then shifted his gaze away. We were talking about you leaving the country and us breaking up. Since weve already broken up, theres no reason to talk about whether or not you were a substitute.

Fine. Song Xuanhe then looked back down at the two photos. Although he had wanted to say yes and tell Xiao Yuanmu that he was Xiao Shenglins substitute, he didnt want to drag Xiao Shenglin into his and Xiao Yuanmus affairs. Moreover, Xiao Shenglin really hadnt been a factor in his relationship with Xiao Yuanmu. Therefore, Song Xuanhe said, But since you wanted an answer, Ill give you one: no. Xiao Shenglin has nothing to do with my relationship with you. I only see him as a friend.

Xiao Yuanmu examined Song Xuanhes expression carefully. The arc of his smile deepened. I believe you.

Now that weve cleared things up. Song Xuanhe threw the photos onto the table and raised a brow. Im hungry. How about making the noodles now?

Xiao Yuanmu paused. He then got up and raised Song Xuanhes chin. He planted a kiss on the others lips before leaving.

Did the original host like Xiao Shenglin?Song Xuanhe asked in his mindWhy dont I have any memories of this?

I dont know, ah!The System was also confused. I can confirm that you have the original Song Xuanhes complete memory. Oh, but, its possible that the main god had muddled the memories it had deemed useless.

What do you mean?

The two pictures just now had really hit Song Xuanhe hard. Xiao Shenglin had always been gentle, courteous, and amiable ever since he had met him. The original host hadnt had many memories related to Xiao Shenglin, and his impression of the other had also been really ordinary. That had been why Song Xuanhe had only chatted with Xiao Shenglin briefly when they had met for the first time and hadnt carefully combed through his memories.

When he had heard the System say this now, Song Xuanhe felt his heart thud. A bad feeling arose in his chest.

The System confirmed his conjectureLikeif the main god decided that a certain memory will be useless to the mission or may even influence the mission, it might remove any feelings that the original host might have had regarding that particular memory. Although the memory you had received is complete, you wont be able to feel what the original host had been feeling during that memory. Without the emotions, the memories will feel a bit off.

A bit off?Song Xuanhe repeated these de-emphasizing words. He didnt know if he was angry or vexed. However, when he thought about the situation he was in right now, he quickly calmed down In any case, its over now. Tell me now if theres anything youre still hiding from me or if theres any other issues with my memories.

Theres nothing else.

Really?

Really!The System saidBut anyway, what do you plan on doing with the big shot? Except for when his emotions are fluctuating violently, I cant accurately determine his emotions anymore. I cant offer you any more help. Youre on your own.

As if the System had ever given him any help before.

Song Xuanhe was already used to how useless the System wasIts enough for you to not drag me down.

The big shot is done cooking!The System had been monitoring the movements of the other person in the apartment. It promptly saidI dont think that its a wise idea to break up with the big shot. In any case, you two wont even be on the same continent. It doesnt matter whether you two break up or not. I checked Xiao Yuanmus emotional fluctuation values when you had mentioned breaking up. They were unprecedentedly high, high enough that even I had been able to detect them. Therefore, I think that itd be best if you just went along with him for now. Oh, the big shots coming over. Brother, take care.

A second before Xiao Yuanmu had stepped back into the living room, Song Xuanhe looked up. At the moment Xiao Yuanmus gaze met Song Xuanhes, a strange emotion suddenly arose in his chest. Before he could mull over it, Song Xuanhe stood up. Are the noodles done?

Xiao Yuanmu nodded, and Song Xuanhe walked over to him.

It had been half a month since Song Xuanhe had last eaten Xiao Yuanmus noodles in egg and tomato sauce. Song Xuanhe concentrated on meticulously savouring the dishs taste and temporarily threw the matter of breaking up into the back of his mind.

Xiao Yuanmu hadnt been planning on eating. However, after watching Song Xuanhe eat, he had also unwittingly ended up eating a bowl.

Thank you for the noodles. They were really delicious. Song Xuanhe placed his chopsticks down. He wanted to raise the matter of Xiao Yuanmu leaving again. He thought it over for a moment and then asked, When are you going to America?

Xiao Yuanmu was clearing the table. When he heard this, he paused and lowered his gaze. Very soon.

Song Xuanhe pursed his lips and didnt ask further.

Everything went quiet. Song Xuanhe sat in the dining room, motionless. When he saw that Xiao Yuanmu had finished tidying up, he stood up and said, Its getting late. Ill be heading back now.

In three hours.

Song Xuanhe was caught off guard. Whats in three hours?

When Im going to America.

Song Xuanhes eyes widened slightly. In the AM?

Xiao Yuanmu nodded. An indistinct, baffling anger bubbled up inside Song Xuanhes chest. However, it only lasted a second before he managed to quell it. He said in a calm voice, I still have to go to work tomorrow. I wont be seeing you off. Lets meet again if we have the chance.

After saying that, he headed towards the door. As he was putting on his shoes, he remembered that he left his cell on the sofa. He was about to take his shoes back off to get it but noticed that Xiao Yuanmu had already brought it over.

Song Xuanhe reached out a hand: Thank you.

Are you angry? Xiao Yuanmus hand that was holding his cell phone hung by his side. He didnt move to give it back. There was an imperceptible upward arc of his lips and a hint of anticipation in his chilly voice that he probably didnt even notice himself.

Why would I be angry? Song Xuanhe folded his arms. Weve already broken up. Lets part on good terms. I wouldnt bother getting angry at an ex.

I didnt agree to us breaking up. Xiao Yuanmus smile flattened, and his eyes darkened.

Song Xuanhe grinned. I thought we had already come to an agreement.

Xiao Yuanmu stared at him for a few seconds. When he saw that the other didnt intend to expand on that, he smiled in anger. You were the one to start this back then. Now, youre also the one to end it. The one who started it has also ended it. Very good.

Song Xuanhe raised a brow but remained silent.

Xiao Yuanmu closed in on Song Xuanhe and spoke in an even tone. But, I really do regret not having fulfilled my obligations as your boyfriend. Before we finalize this agreement, I should carry out my duties at least once.

When there was only half a step between them, a sense of danger climbed up along Song Xuanhes spine. He took a discreet step back, but he didnt show any timidity. What do you want to do?

In the span of one breath, Xiao Yuanmu had managed to grab hold of Song Xuanhes wrists. Before the other could react, Xiao Yuanmu had already pressed Song Xuanhes hands against the wall with one hand. With his other hand, he undid the buttons on Song Xuanhes shirt. He peered down at the shorter man, his voice so quiet that it sounded like a murmur. I have a duty to do what lovers do with you.

It wasnt until a cold breeze, which had come through the opened balcony door, swept over his bare abdomen that Song Xuanhe belatedly realized what was happening. He had forgotten to resist in his shock. He only stared at Xiao Yuanmu dumbly as he thought, What can Xiao Yuanmu do if he cant get me hard?

Xiao Yuanmu didnt give him much time to think. He closed his eyes and pressed his lips against Song Xuanhes. He sucked on Song Xuanhes lips for a moment before sticking his tongue into the others mouth. The hand that had just undid the others buttons drifted downwards, and he pulled down Song Xuanhes pants with deft fingers. He then straightforwardly grabbed onto Song Xuanhe down there.

Song Xuanhe jolted. His hands that were now trapped behind him began to squirm. Xiao Yuanmus lips shifted to his earlobe, and he used his teeth to nip at it gently. He then used his tongue to lick at it, causing Song Xuanhe to shiver. For the first time, Song Xuanhe realized that his ears were this sensitive. All of his strength drained from his body in an instant.

In contrast, little Xuanhe slowly lifted his head.

Xiao Yuanmu chuckled quietly, but his hand around little Xuanhe didnt stop. Feeling the others tense body and his attempts to struggle out of his hold, he spoke in a low, hushed voice, Didnt I tell you before that Ill check?

Dontpush it.. Song Xuanhe sucked in a deep breath. He turned his face away, trying to avoid Xiao Yuanmus kisses on his neck. He gritted his teeth. Even if I had lied to you...

Xiao Yuanmus hand sped up, and Song Xuanhes body went soft. His ears buzzed. A moment later, he reacted, body going stiff.

Looks likeyou didnt lie to me.

Xiao Yuanmus chuckle echoed in his ears. Song Xuanhe gnashed his teeth. He was about to say something when his whole body tensed up again. His eyes widened in disbeliefXiao Yuanmus hand had moved to his behind.

The afterglow had yet to wear off. The balcony door was also still open, and the chilly wind had entered the warm living room. The faint scent that came after the deed circulated the room with the breeze as it warmed up.

Song Xuanhe, who was sitting on the sofa, only had on an unbuttoned white shirt. His face was still flushed, and he was currently glaring at Xiao Yuanmu, who was putting on a similarly styled black shirt. He gnashed his teeth and then squeezed his words out from between his teeth in a hoarse voice. Just you wait!

Xiao Yuanmu stuck the cufflinks he had taken off of Song Xuanhes shirt into his neatly arranged cuffs. He calmly put them in place before fastening them.

Ill wait for you.

Xiao Yuanmu was obviously in a good mood. The smile on his face was gentle like never before. His eyes no longer held any coldness. Instead, there was affection within them. He walked over to Song Xuanhe and peered down at him. A few seconds later, he rubbed the others swollen, red lips with the pads of his finger. The love in his peach blossom eyes deepened, and there was a rasp to his chilly voice. It was clear that he still wanted more. But, I wont let you off so easily next time.

Song Xuanhe raised his hand, wanting to punch Xiao Yuanmu in the nose. However, his arms were sore as if he had been holding up steel beams for two hours. Actually, that was about right.

When Xiao Yuanmus hand had shifted to his behind, he hadnt noticed it at first. It hadnt been until the other had almost stuck a finger in that he realized what the other had wanted to do. At that point, he had started to struggle intensely.

But, Xiao Yuanmu had his weak spotthat area was every mans weak spotin his hand. With just a flick of his wrist, he was able to drain all of Song Xuanhes strength. The only thing to be happy about was that Xiao Yuanmu fortunately had only had one hand available. He couldnt do anything to him. In the end, they had ended up helping each other out.

During their mutual help session, Song Xuanhe had completely forgotten about his fear of losing his virginity. Instead, he had felt humiliated! He admitted that he lost to Xiao Yuanmu when it came to the physical aspects of it, but the difference in their endurance also had been too much! The only thought that was left in his head had been: I need to wash myself of this shame and redeem my lost glory.

A score of four to zero. Song Xuanhe was certain that it must be an issue with the original host and not him.

It might have been because Xiao Yuanmus smile was too irritating or because the crisis of losing his virginity had only lasted a second, but the attack on his self-esteem had overcome the fear. Song Xuanhe had basically forgotten all about breaking up as he blurted out nonsense. Just you wait, Ill let you know just who wont be letting off who.

The author has something to say: Today again, Xuan baby thinks that he will one day gain the upper hand.

Big shot Xiao will be temporarily offline. It will be a very short absence. Therefore, I decided to give all you big shots a little treat in advance (we live in a strict and harmonious society right now. To avoid getting this chapter locked, please dont mention any non-harmonious words, including cars, smut, etc. Otherwise, Ill have to simplify it to one simple sentence. Yingyingying.)

Eve: I lowkey kind of wanted SXH to say yes because I do love dogblood HAHA. But this is better for their relationship so Im still happy. Anyway, thats really as close to a steamy scene as well ever get hahaha. Curse the censorship crabs!!! Even this ended up locked!!!