Qi Changyi was pressed against the hard stone wall; the rough, bumpy bricks against his back made his eyes redden with pain.
The blood on his palm was still wet and sticky; before, he could endure the pain, but with the addition of Pei Zheng violently pinching his chin, he really couldnât bear it.
âDo you know how many people are still searching for you in the city? And here you are, having the time of your life!â
Pei Zhengâs eyes were hateful and stern. He hated the feeling of not being in control the most; this little fool had once been obedient and followed his every command. Now, he was making trouble for him at every turn; it really made it difficult for him to repress the cruel urges in his heart.
Although the little foolâs fate was firmly in his grasp, he couldnât help but want to completely dominate him.
Step by step, he would achieve every goal and quench every desire.
A strong, muscular leg positioned itself between Qi Changyiâs slender thighs; it shifted upward slightly, causing the little manâs feet to be lifted off the ground.
Qi Changyi had no choice but to wrap his arms around Pei Zhengâs neck to stabilize himself.
âPei-gege, donât be angryâŠIt was Aâmu Le and my fourth brother who told me that you would come pick me up, I waited for a really long time.â
Pei Zhengâs heart suddenly jolted.
Qi Changfeng, he was there as well? Why didnât he come out? Could it be that he was avoiding him on purpose?
Good, very good1.
Pei Zhengâs eyes narrowed, and he stared at the little manâs crying face in silence.
Outside the dark alley, a crowd of people were passing by, laughing and bantering as they strolled through the street.
However, the alley was shadowy and damp, completely devoid of light. Everything that was bright and beautiful was instantly swallowed by the darkness.
Only a single wall separated these two worlds.
Their surroundings reminded Pei Zheng of a night that was etched into his memory, a night that had been lingering in his mind for the past ten years.
âYou waited for a long time? The way I see it, you hoped that I wouldnât come find you, so you could continue to have fun with that barbarian.â
Pei Zheng stretched out two fingers and squeezed Qi Changyiâs chin. âIs that it?â
âN-noâŠThatâs not itâŠâ
Qi Changyi was unable to move, and he could no longer hold back his tears. They dripped from the corners of his eyes like beads slipping off a string.
As water droplets cascaded down his jade-white chin, Pei Zhengâs eyes narrowed, and his grip tightened.
âBarbarians, barbarians, all the friends you make behind my back are barbariansâŠLooks like I was right all alongâŠâ
Qi Changyi couldnât understand what Pei Zheng was saying. He only felt those slender, cold fingers that were like pliers crushing his chin.
His arms were sore and limp, and his bleeding hand had long since become numb. But he remained obedient and still didnât move, his legs drooping over Pei Zhengâs.
âPei, Pei-gege, what can I do to make you not be angry anymore?â
Qi Changyi endured the pain and asked.
âWhat do you think?â
The fingers on his chin finally loosened, and Pei Zheng stepped back and looked down at the little man. Moonlight spilled over his head, and his tall figure obscured Qi Changyiâs view.
Qi Changyiâs body trembled, and he thought for a little while. He then leaned forward to try and touch Pei Zhengâs lips, but he still fell a bit short. He was so anxious that his eyes reddened and two lines of hot tears streamed down his face.
Pei Zhengâs eyelids fluttered. He leaned in slightly, his lips brushing Qi Changyiâs, before he gently kissed the otherâs soft, warm mouth.
They kissed for a long time. The little man raised his wet eyes, and whispered hoarsely, âDo you feel better now?â
Pei Zhengâs sleeves were covered in blood; the warm, wet feeling made his brows crease. Under the moonlight, he could see the pool of blood that had formed at his feet. He suddenly remembered that the little manâs hand had been injured earlier.
âLet me see your hand.â
Qi Changyi raised his arms with effort; they were so numb that he couldnât find the strength to lift them.
Pei Zheng grabbed his hand to examine his palm. Blood and water flowed over skin, mixed with several small bits of wood.
Qi Changyiâs wound was suddenly pulled open, and his forehead began to sweat profusely.
âEndure it.â
Pei Zheng stretched out his fingers and carefully picked at the wound. He removed the splinters and tossed them to the ground.
During the whole ordeal, Qi Changyi had been biting his lower lip until it turned white. However, he remained silent.
Pei Zheng squeezed his chin again, forcing him to unclench his lips, before he leaned in to kiss him once more.
Qi Changyiâs thin, cool lips parted slightly, and Pei Zhengâs tongue slid inside. He traced the little manâs row of white teeth, before he began to suck gently on the otherâs tongue.
This kiss was completely different from the first.
After a long while, they finally parted, and Pei Zheng noticed that those white lips had turned a luscious shade of red. He removed his thigh from in between the little manâs legs.
Qi Changyiâs legs were so numb that he immediately fell to his knees. He lowered his head with an aggrieved expression and did not speak.
Just as Pei Zheng was about to help him up, there was a sound at the entrance of the alleyway. It was the leader of the guard patrol that was sent to search for Qi Changyi. When he saw the prince sitting on the ground, his worried expression melted into relief.
âMy Lord, since the prince has already been found, we should return to the palace as soon as possible. There are many barbarians staying in the city tonight; though theyâre here for peace talks, weâd best be careful.â
Pei Zheng nodded slightly.
âSend the prince back to the palace, and take him to Imperial Physician Jiang to treat his wounds. Order the rest of the guards to withdraw, I have something else to deal with.â
After Pei Zheng gave his command, he strode out of the dark alleyway.
Qi Changyi watched his receding figure, and he bit his lip again. Pei-gege still seemed to be angry at him. If he had known that he wasnât supposed to play with Aâmu Le and his fourth brother, he wouldâve just gone and searched for his Pei-gege instead.
The leader of the guards sent someone to bring a sedan chair, and hurriedly sent Qi Changyi directly to the Imperial Hospital, before summoning Jiang Yubai.
Jiang Yubai had just finished treating Cheng Feng, and he was a little angry. When he arrived in the lobby and saw Qi Changyiâs bloodstained hands, he yelped in fright.
âYour Highness, what happened to your hand? Donât tell me this is another one of Pei Zhengâs masterpieces!â
The lead guardâs mouth twitched in embarrassment. He awkwardly stepped outside.
Jiang Yubai quickly ordered a few servants to prepare the hot water and medicine needed for Qi Changyiâs injury.
âYour Highness, if it hurts, you can scream. Thereâs no one else here, so you donât have to hold it in.â
Qi Changyiâs face was ashen with pain, but he still tried his best to smile at Jiang Yubai.
âImperial Physician Jiang, Iâm okay. Thank you for your consideration.â
Jiang Yubaiâs movements were gentle, but he couldnât help but roll his eyes.
âThis Pei Zheng, is he even human? Has Your Highness ever had an injury that wasnât caused by him?â
Notes
Sorry I completely butchered the kiss but tbf it was already a little messed up to begin with
Jiang Yubai is the only person with at least half a brain at this point in the novel
I feel a little bit slightly disturbed just like the four parts worried-four parts sad grammarly face