After spending the night with anticipation to go play with the snow, Feng Shao was feeling over the moon while he took a handful of snow and felt it in his hand. Lui Xian was beside him, watching over him. He knew if he sent him out alone, this mischievous guy would come back with a cold or something worse."Lui, come join. I will tell you a story from my childhood."Lui Xian complied with the other and squatted at the side, not wanting to disturb him."This story took place after we lost our home. My grandfather and I found a remote place to hide in as we waited for the chase to stop. It was very peaceful and secretive. It was just the perfect hide out. We had some where to hunt when in need of food. There was also a river that we used to do domestic chores. Although life was very different from before we managed.At that time I could not talk.The shock was too great. Imagine how young I was and witnessing everything that happened that night wasn't comforting at all. Every night my mi
Early morning, Feng Shao woke up and rashed to the window wanting to see the whiteness all over the ground and on top of rooftop and trees. In order not to let Lui Xian worry, Feng Shao had wrapped a quilt around his shoulders. He observed how the snow drops fell, fluttering like a feather before soundlessly coming in contact with the ground. Although the scene was repetitive he still felt at peace.It did not take too long for Lui Xian to join him with another blanket. Which he wrapped on top of the quilt. After that he placed his arms around Feng Shao's waist wanting to provide him with more warmth. "Did you sleep well?""Yes. I was anxious to see this. I never get tired of it."Lui Xian smiled. The two continued to watch for some time before Lui Xian carried Feng Shao bridal style as they headed towards the bath tub next to their room. It was already filled with hot water, with the steam covering the whole room. Inside there were some petals that floated above the water emitting so
After placating Feng Shao to sleep, Lui Xian ordered the servants to pack their things and be ready early in the morning. His stuff wasn't too much for it took them less than a shichen. While they were packing, Lui Xian had moved on to the kitchen wanting to prepare a snack for the road. The two didn't know where they were going, they just wanted to get away from the palace. It felt like they were sitting on the jaws of jackal waiting to be teared apart. It was so terrifying.Meanwhile, Feng Shao couldn't get a wink of sleep. It seemed as if he could no longer sleep if Lui Xian was not by his side. He stared at the ceiling feeling quite anxious. He could not help but blame himself when his mind returned to the contents in that box earlier on. He wondered why he had to cut his hair and leave it at the scene. Now he made Lui Xian leave the palace. 'Was it not enough for me to make him into a murderer.'Sigh.He turned over to the other side no longer wanting to think about. His gaze move
"They left!"Rushan who had just come to visit them exclaimed whilst shouting at the servants. Lanzhu was by his side also surprised."They left without informing me." The prince grieved while taking a sit.He dismissed the servants and observed his surroundings. Everything was still as it was. The only missing thing was the owner who lived there. Noticing how worried Rushan looked, Lanzhu went close to him and took his hand before dragging him out. They rushed to his Palace and packed some luggage before heading to the stables where they grabbed a black stallion which was the fastest amongst the other horses."Come, get on the horse." Lanzhu coaxed his lover while reaching for his hand so to help him up. Rushan did as he was told and waited for him to join him before they galloped towards the palace gates. The guards hurriedly opened the gates allowing the horse to pass as it moved fast wanting to catch up with the other two. Who at that moment were nearing another town.The carriage
After solving their differences, the four departed from the town they were currently on and headed south. They didn't know where they were going. All they wanted was to find a new place where they could settle down and find something to do. A place that made them feel that they were home.It only took them several days to find it. The place was located in a valley. When they bought it, it was very evident that no one had resided it for a long time. It had grown several twigs and grass that reached the knees. Lui Xian and Lanzhu had to take care of it while Rushan and Feng Shao took care of the sweeping and unpacking. The group was excited to start life anew."Shao'er do you know where we put the water bottle. I feel thirsty." Lui Xian entered their house, with his outer garment's sleeves folded to his elbows not wanting to get them dirty with all the digging and the weeding."It's over there. Take this cup and bring some for Lanzhu as well." Feng Shao reminded him while pointing at a t
After living for several days in their new home, the four of them started to get used to it. Life was carefree and enjoyable. Feng Shao continued with his hobbies, which were playing his guqin under the tree and wandering in the forest looking for herbs, sometimes reading medicinal books. Some times when the villagers needed some assistance with health problems, he would offer his help and treat their ailments. As for Lui Xian, he shifted most of his business to the valley. His workers had just arrived and were setting up stores for their business. When he had free time he would follow Feng Shao everywhere he went. At times he ended up spoiling his lover, cooking for him and reading or telling a story to him when it was night time.Lanzhu did the same with Rushan. If not more. He was very happy to have Rushan as his lover. He had given up everything to be with him. It was such an honour to have him in this life. He treated Rushan like a treasure. He cared for him with every fiber in h
After a few months living together, Rushan received a pigeon carrying his nephew's letter. He was very thrilled to know that his beloved nephew had remembered him. It's been a long time since he has properly seen him or spent some time with him. It is safe to say that he last saw him during the banquet when his brother was still alive. The other times he would just wave at him as he passed by his palace. This letter reminded him of how much he had missed the little highness.Although Rushan was calling it a letter, it was not in fact a letter at all. On the piece of paper were simple drawings usually scibbled by a child barely six years. On the piece of paper, Wu Jun had drawn his longing for his favourite person. He drew himself chasing after his uncle who had gone far away leaving him behind. His small hand was reaching for Rushan's garment that were far out of reach. The only characters Rushan could understand were the 'I miss you' that were scribbled at the back of the painting
Feng Shao was a little shy. Nonetheless, he moved closer to Lui Xian and momentarily claimed his lips. When he had enough he moved away and turned side way trying to hide his flushed face. Lui Xian smirked and gently placed his finger on his chin making him look at his face again. "Is it still not enough?" Feng Shao shyly inquired his eyes staring at anything but his eyes."Nope. It's still not enough." Lui Xian answered him. Shortly after he was the one who took over his lips, licking his mouth wanting him to grant him entrance. When he repeated that gesture for a second time, Feng Shao moaned allowing him to enter. Their tongues rolled against each other, some times battling for dominance. Lui Xian mind became hazy, he no longer knew where to keep his hands as they fumbled all over Feng Shao's body. He held him ever so tightly as if he wanted to become one with him.When they broke their kiss, Feng Shao couldn't breath properly and also couldn't move his gaze away from Lui Xian's e
It has been a few months after their marriage, the couples were living quite a fruitful life. It was peaceful and the days were enjoyable. Feng Shao continued offering consultations to everyone in the valley, he also went into the forest and other places in search of various herbs. Sometimes he would stay at home and spend some quality time with his husband. The two would play around. Either just cuddling and flirting under a cherry tree or sparring with each other. Although everytime Lui Xian would go easy on him. Feng Shao on other occasions he would play a few pieces of his own songs on his zither. The others would listen with a smile. And the villagers would sometimes join them. Some would even beg him to learn. And Dong Dong would be amongst these people. Feeling proud of him. Rushan on the other hand, he would be occupied in his paintings. He loved investing most of his time playing with colours and smelling the ink on the parchment paper. He would sometimes add poems once he
Rushan beamed with happiness, altogether with excitement knowing that he had a chance to get him. He hurriedly got onto his feet and strode to the doors, eager to see him again. "Thank you brother." He waved at the emperor and disappeared before the monarch could say anything in return. He just watched his little brother with a small smile on his lips. He took a sip of his tea, savouring the exquisite taste. Once done, he looked into space as if he was in deep thought. The prince on the other hand was running around the palace path ways, heading to the training area where he assumed he would find him training. Some refreshing breeze graced his cheeks and made his hair dance along with the moving air. The scenery all around him appeared to be surrounded by beautiful cherry blossoms fluttering and emitting a mesmerizing scent. It did not take time for him to reach the training grounds. Various soldiers were busy clushing with wooden swords against one another. Others were engaged in
The following day, the prince got up as early before the rooster crowed. He had black circles around his eyes. His orbs looked very depressed. He was so unkempt. His personal servants were so shocked and embarrased. They prayed secretly in their hearts, begging the heavens so that there hasn't been a single soul that had seen this or else their prince's image would forever be ruined. They got flustered and started running about like headless chickens before the head maid calmed them down and ordered the others to bring warm water from the kitchen and also to prepare for his highness's clothes. In the mean time, she greeted the prince and politely urged him to go behind the screen where there was a beautiful pond with beautiful flowers scattered skillfully on top. She helped undress him and left him with pants on before guiding him into the pond.All the while Rushan was feeling tired and very sleepy. He listened to whatever she was saying so to get her to go away. He didn't want to d
"Well then Qi Han, come and inform me when he returns.""Yes, Your Highness." Qi Han answered respectfully. He watched as Rushan turned and walked away, going back to his palace. The little minister then turned back giving the room where Lanzhu lived a last glance before going on his way. On the other side, Rushan rested in his office and waited patiently, while thinking of things he was going to say to him. He had done this many times but he never seemed to get tired of it. Just the thought of telling him how he felt filled his tummy with butterflies. After a moment, then he felt sad for some reason. His mind having wild guesses like: 'Maybe the letter wasn't meant for me.'"Does he like someone else?""No, no. If that is the case I will never be able to accept it."The Night approached very fast and Rushan takes a nap and dreams of him again. He couldn't help but smile in his dream. Just the thought of being kissed by those juicy lips sent him into the clouds. He wished to never
Shiny charcoal hair flowed gently past his eyes, flattering with the wafting breeze making the scene look breathtaking. The rays highlighted the beautifully styled hair. The shimmering emerald robe he was wearing enhanced his graceful figure. And also the gentle but cold temperament.Rushan just couldn't get enough while looking at it. His light blue eyes wandered a lot more on the gorgeous designs, then the coarse and shiny hair before they shifted on to the good-looking face. The thirsty prince took in the unfamiliar distinct features. It appeared as if he was drinking an exquisite juice just by looking at them. Especially the white fair skin and scarlet eyes he had never seen before. It was rare to find anyone with this eye colour in Wu Kingdom. Even when he went on his voyages, he had never come across such a trait. This made his interest pick up.He couldn't move his eyes away, so he chose to look to his heart's content. His rosy full lips didn't escape his scrutiny as well. Rus
There he found an outlet for his troublesome woes. Lui Xian listened and felt amused by his dear friend's antics. He felt like he was watching himself when he had just realized that he had fallen for the monarch.But it was very different for his friend. He had never met the person at all. All he could hold onto was the emotional bond he had achieved through heartfelt words on an ordinary parchment paper. Lui Xian however, never judged his dear companion, for he knew how hard it was to be in a fruitless love. One had to hold onto the hope that perhaps one day he will see my love. One had to dream of a life together, longing and yearning to acquire their coveted wish. He watched as Rushan told him how eager he was to find the person who wrote to him. He had searched and searched everywhere in the Kingdom until he almost lost hope. That is until he stumbled upon a piece of writing when he had visited his Imperial brother. On that fateful day, the prince was low spirited and was in no
After the adventurous wedding night, Feng Shao woke up feeling sore all over. His body was littered with vivid love bites and scratch marks. His eyes were shining brightly knowing that he was now Lui Xian's husband. He looked down beside him to see Lui Xian still asleep with a set of his own marks on his chest. The white-haired male stretched his hand and grabbed a handful of his spouse's jet-black hair strands, feeling the soothing texture. His warm eyes landed on his glowing face which was being softened by the morning glow. When he had looked enough, Feng Shao leaned on him and stole a very quick kiss on his lips before getting off the bed and rushing to take a bath behind the screen. Behind the two meter white board decorated with magnificent scenic paintings, which was shielding him from prying gazes, some purple garments were hung in one corner. And there was a wooden tub situated in between the board and the wall. It was filled with cold water with rose petals floating on top a
"Ruo?...Ruo.." 'Where have I heard this name before?' Feng Shao contemplated in his mind. When he was still living in his hometown his father used to have a visitor with the name Ruo. Everytime on his visit this man would always bring him a sweet and would also throw him up in the air and and play with him. Now that he thought about it, it should be someone related to Lui Xian. Feng Shao told his lover everything he knew. The other only listened and also continued with his story. The two talked till morning. Dong Dong was the one who came over to them and cut their story short.The three regrouped with the others and accompanied Rushan to Wu Capital. Of course Feng Shao and Lui Xian bade goodbye to their friends and remained in the capital. Rushan and the others proceeded to enter the palace. He met his nephew and spent a week together with him. They played together, had the royal artist paint a painting of them. After all was done he promised his nephew to visit him again and then l
When they returned to the restaurant, everyone in their group could see a change in Feng Shao's mood. He had gotten more relaxed and back to normal. A smile couldn't leave his face. He was more sticky to Lui Xian. Whilst the others were sitting on the table, he was on his lover's lap being fed a spoon full of chicken stew and a sip of light wine. Rushan and Lanzhu had an idea of what had taken place a few years back in this town. They had also followed their friend and had witnessed everything that just happened. Seeing them happy also made them feel good.The group left the restaurant and booked a few rooms to spend the night. Feng Shao and Lui Xian took Dong Dong and made their way to their room. Dong Dong watched his Daddy crying and felt speechless. It was his first time seeing him like this. Unlike Lui Xian who had gotten used to this, for this little guy it was quite a shock. He couldn't find a reason as to what made him cry. He seemed to remember him letting down his third cup