Forever Mine[BL]

Chapter 49: What's So Good About Grass?/Arc 6.8

The sun peeked out of the horizon as the stars dimmed. The moon and sun changed shifts, the sun's rays knocking on the doors of the animals' abodes. Slowly, creatures crawled out, cued by the hymns of the birds.

Wind moved between habitats, merrily delivering the morning breeze as dew dropped from the leaves, drumming a beat onto the ground below. Meanwhile the sky lightened in a burst of warm colors, revealing the white clouds which were hidden by the dark of night.

On the outskirts of L City, a mansion stood proud on a green hill, surrounded by a dark green forest. In a bedroom situated in the west wing, two figures could be viewed asleep on the King-sized bed.

The painted lanterns had a weird glow, making them barely visible in the dark room. It wasn't possible to tell from day and night but the silver eyes fluttered open habitually.

It took a moment for Wang Tao to register where he was and to recall yesterday's chaotic events. Once the confusion receded, warmth burst out and flooded to all corners of his body. A giddy smile on his face as he stared up at the man's sleeping visage.

Zhou Jian looked quite peaceful, even in his original form, and his brows had smoothed out. Gingerly, the Celestial touched the thin lips and a shock ran through his body. He jerked his hand back but it was caught by someone. Zhou Jian opened his eyes as he held the pale hand to his chest. Meeting the embarrassed boy, he smiled.

"Morning."

"M-morning."

Wang Tao had barely snapped out of his stupor to answer, Zhou Jian's voice was much deeper than normal, sending shivers down his spine.

It sounded so nice and sexy and it made the younger boy crave for something which he didn't quite know yet. He could feel a heat fester under his skin as well as the tingling sensation of the man's soft lips on his finger.

Ignoring his thoughts, he sat up and reminded the Zion that they still had school. Nodding, the older man got up, swiftly transforming back into a teenage boy and the two hurriedly prepared and left.

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The bell rang, indicating the end of school. Hastily, students packed their bags as the teacher reminded them of their homework. Zhou Jian neatly packed his bag before doing Wang Tao's. Once finished he glanced at the napping Celestial and smiled. Gently, he tucked the stray silver strands behind the small ear and whispered.

"A Tao, wake up."

Once shaken lightly, the phoenix eyes fluttered open. Rubbing his eyes, Wang Tao sat up and stared blankly at the older boy. Zhou Jian handed Wang Tao his bag after helping him up and led him out of the classroom.

They filtered into the hallway with the other students, making their way outside towards the school gate. Looking down at their clasped hands, the silver haired boy smiled. When they reached the gate, a tall figure could be seen waiting for him.

"Little Tao!"

Yang Ning waved at Wang Tao and greeted. He ignored the Zion, feeling no need to acknowledge the man at the moment. Noticing, Wang Tao frowned slightly.

"I hope you're not getting blind. I doubt that would be good news for your people."

"I'm not, I'm not…hello."

Reluctantly, the Sun Emperor said a few words to Zhou Jian. Switching the topic, Yang Ning proposed to take his friend for some street foot, earning a nod from Wang Tao. Smiling, the senior moved to take the silver eyed boy's hand but was blocked.

"Hands off."

Zhou Jian shot a glare at their senior as he pulled Wang Tao to his side. The Celestial seemed a bit confused but understood a moment after. A smile bloomed on Wang Tao's face as he held the warm hand tightly.

Yang Ning awkwardly apologized before they went on their way. As they walked out of the school compound, the golden haired boy eyed the pair skeptically.

[ Why did it seem like they were closer? And Wang Tao's aura seemed brighter. Did I miss something? ]

Stopping at a stall, the Zion bought a few kebabs for his little cat. Handing them to the boy, Wang Tao, who was salivating due to the smell, smiled and thanked him before munching on one.

"You want one?"

The Celestial looked up at the older boy as he happily offered some. Zhou Jian's eyes softened as he shook his head.

"Just a taste."

"Oh, okay."

Wang Tao shifted his hands to offer one of the uneaten kebabs for a taste. However, the Zion ignored them and bent down to take a bite from the one Wang Tao was eating. Pausing, the silver haired boy blushed slightly as he watched the satisfied Zhou Jian lick his lips slowly.

Shifting his gaze, he turned to start walking, a bit ahead the other two. His mind was a mess of thoughts as he shook his head, hoping for the redness of his cheeks to disappear.

Yang Ning furrowed his brows as he glanced from the younger to the older boy constantly. He was confused on how the two suddenly turned so affectionate. The Sun Emperor now desperately wanted to know what happened last night.

Seeing that the silver haired boy was far enough, Yang Ning stealthily cast a sound barrier as he moved over to the Zion. Clearing his throat, he started.

"You two seem closer."

"Mm-hmm."

A short silence passed before the senior realized that the other boy wouldn't speak further. Thinking of something, Yang Ning put forward another question.

"Do you love him?"

"Yeah, very much."

"Oh…what about him?"

"Are you going to use my answer to fake your love for A Tao next time?"

Yang Ning flinched slightly.