oceanic heart- Wangxian (English Version)

13- Party

A young triton from the Jin clan, a smirk plastered on his face, watched his prisoner with disgust and superiority. Opposite him, Jin Ling, who was being held by two other newts, tried to escape, but to no avail.

-Let me go, you bastard," he shouted.

-Nope.

The boy approached Jin Ling and threw a huge punch.

-Who do you think you are, monopolizing attention like that? You got yourself captured on purpose just so people would notice you, admit it!

-No, I didn't! Get your hands off me!

-I don't believe that for a second. And even if it were true, it would be a disgrace. The heir to the Jin clan, who can't even escape from humans.

-Fuck off!

The boy was about to hit him again when Wei Wuxian stepped in, grabbed his arm and tackled him to the ground. The boy groaned in pain and tried to free himself. Wei Wuxian turned to the other two holding Jin Ling.

-You, let him go. Now.

The two hesitated a moment before moving away from Jin Ling, who massaged his wrists, looking furious. The boy on the ground squirmed.

-You shitty human! Let go of me at once or I'll order your execution!

-Ugh~I'm scared~

-Stop fucking with me, do you know what I'm capable of?! My father is the sect leader's top advisor!

-You should have a little more respect for your elders. Go and fetch your father, if you're up to it.

Wei Wuxian let go of the boy, who fled with the other two newts. Wei Wuxian turned to Jin Ling, looking worried.

-Are you all right?" he asked.

-Yes, I'm fine...

Further on, Lan Wangji arrived and asked if everything was all right. Wei Wuxian explained what had just happened.

-You're probably in trouble," said Lan Wangji.

-I know, but I don't care. I'm not afraid of a child. Besides, even if he carries out his threat, nothing will happen to me.

-Why not?" asked Jin Ling.

-Because I have allies, and I wanted to help," replied Wei Wuxian, chuckling.

-Yeah, well... I could defend you... And my uncle and Hanguang-jun too.

-Be careful, though," said Lan Wangji.

-Why should I be?

-Even if you've helped one of us, some people still see you as a threat, and you can be sure they'll do everything they can to put obstacles in your way.

-Certainly.

-I think you'll have to stay with the Lan clan for a while. At least no one will hurt you there.

-Why should I?

-You'll be my companion and a guest of my brother. Messing with you will mean messing with authority.

-That's pretty cool to hear.

_

Some time later, the party began. The tension that had built up in the palace some time ago had dissipated, and now it was time to celebrate. This was the first time Wei Wuxian had tasted mermaid cuisine, and even worse, eaten underwater.

Naturally, most eyes were on him. It was the first time a human had been invited to the mermaids' table. Wei Wuxian pretended not to notice and continued to swallow the octopus on his plate.