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40. Are They A Couple?
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Lotus Flower 41. Cute
When Feng Shao and Lui Xian sobered up, they found that Mei Suyu was smiling at them with his eyes twinkling with little stars. His admiration seemed to have deepened to such a greater degree. It made them wonder what had made him like this."Brother Lui, Brother Feng." He greeted with a bow. The two were surprised. When did they become his brother? They looked at each other, both their eyes filled with shock and confusion. Feng Shao was first to regain his senses. He turned back to him and smiled with a nod. It made the young man very happy. He was thrilled to be a little brother to such a remarkable couple. It could be his little secret.Unknown to the two men, Mei Suyu went away singing and asking the heavens to bless their non-existent relationship."He seems to be in good mood. Should we inform them we are leaving today?" Feng Shao worried pointing at the retreating Xiaomei. Lui Xian nodded. "We have to. We can not just leave, it's impolite to do so." They both followed after Mei
Lotus Flower 42. Huo Ling
"Lui, tell me something...." "Shh shh."Lui Xian cut off Feng Shao. He held his sword, his eyes focused behind Feng Shao. He had detected an unusual sound and immediately became aware. He saw a shadow hiding behind a tree that was ten meters away from where they were. "Come out!" He demanded. Already drawing his sword out."Okay, okay. I am coming out."A man wearing a dark green garb, with simple designs at its seams. Came closer to light. He had a robe with a lighter colour than the garb. He held a fan which he used to cover his face. His hair was let loose. Some strands were suspended at the sides."We meet again. I have been waiting for you." The man spoke whilst taking a seat and extending his left hand for warmth on the fire. The other maintained its hold on the fan."Bandit Huo. What brings you here?" Lui Xian mocked, still holding his sword at ready."Call me Huo Ling. Why hate me that much? We only met once and you want me gone. What have I ever done to you?" He lamented, r
Lotus Flower 43. Is He Gone?
"What now? We wanted to find him then he came to us. Do you still want to keep looking for him?" Feng Shao politely asked while he was busy setting up a place where he could sleep. It had darkened and the moon was no longer much of help. Their fire was also out."We will still go to the next village. Do you want to stay in the jungle all the time?" Lui Xian conversed from across him. He was also preparing his part. They had long eaten the fish and exhausted all the topics they could think of."Lui, if what Huo Ling said is right. Are you going back?" Feng Shao inquired in a low tone, his hands were clutched tightly, he feared to be alone again. Even though he had promised he wouldn't return until he got the bandit but now what.'He might leave again.'Lui Xian turned to look at the wallowing pumpkin before him. A smile surfaced on his lips. "You don't want me to go?" He felt pleased. Apart from Rushan, he had never been so close to anyone. All his life, he had one true friend and unr
Lotus Flower 44. I Won't
Strolling in the bustling streets, Feng Shao stuck close to Lui Xian feeling very glad. The people in the streets could actually see little stars glistening on him making his mood obvious to everyone who passed by him. Nevermind Lui Xian who was very close to him to the point that their breaths mingled.At this time, they could freely spend their moments without worrying or searching for anyone. There was no need to think of Huo Ling or the past. They only needed to relax and take a tour trying to familialize with the place."Lui, do you wanna try that pie?" Feng Shao dragged him to the place where the pies were being sold. He reached in his sleeves and took out a few coins which he handed over to the seller and in return, he received three of their best pies known throughout the village. He gave two to Lui Xian and started eating the remaining one."These are delicious. Much better than those which were sold in Qiu Yu Village." He commented intending to buy another one. Lui Xian dragg
Lotus Flower 45. Time Skip
A week.Two weeks.Three weeks have passed. Both the two men have become quite used to the lifestyle in the village.They found Yin Yi Village to be such a peaceful place and very adaptable. Lui Xian had gotten a job as an assistant in a weaponry shop. He earned enough to get them by. Feng Shao remained in their small rented room studying medicinal books.They had managed to get a room that they would pay every month. It was cheaper than having to pay the inn after every three days. Also, they saved little money and didn't have to worry about the food they would be served on their every meal.Feng Shao cooked every night and Lui Xian washed the dishes. After that they gazed at the stars, talking to each of anything that came to mind. Every day was like this, they looked just a family of two.Sitting by the window preparing herbs that he had just collected, Feng Shao was so focused, he didn't notice Lui Xian who stood by the door looking at him. He only got to see him when he had finish
Lotus Flower 46. Friend Zoned
The two men set out after only three days of resting. They had borrowed a cart to use with their two horses. The journey was to be long, so both of them prepared many things for the road."Ah Shao, is this all of it." Lui Xian asked pointing at the set of clothes he had prepared. Feng Shao had told him that the place they were going to was very cold. So Lui Xian had started packing all clothes that were suitable for that weather.They had already left the village several days ago, even if the clothes were not enough, they couldn't go back.When the cart badly shook, Feng Shao steadied himself and grabbed onto its sides trying not fall. Lui Xian immediately reached for him and held him close into his arms not wanting for anything to happen to him. Feng Shao was at first shocked however he relaxed and let him hug him closer to his chest. He also liked to be this close to him. Feng Shao could feel his warmth and his heart thumped loudly settling Lui Xian's hand that was close to it. Lui
Lotus Flower 47. I Will Not Give Up
Feng Shao felt as if he had been poured cold water on a freezing night.'Friend.'He thought, his emotions going haywire. He could feel disappointment, pain, hopelessness, helplessness, he just couldn't sit well with just being friends.When he had finished telling him that, Lui Xian noticed Feng Shao wasn't happy at all. He had scooted a meter away from him. His face was filled with hurt. Lui Xian felt guilty. He wanted to retract his words and cheer him up. But he couldn't do it.Feng Shao shrank a little on the side, feeling very sour. He doodled on the cart like a kid. 'Friend, friend...' He repeated this word in his mind a million times. 'Hmm, it doesn't mean I can't keep on trying right. Being friends is a good start too. I will make him change his mind on this trip.' Feng Shao convinced himself, once again seeing some light in the world. He raised his head and smiled at Lui Xian who was surprised by how fast his mood had changed.Feng Shao approached him and leaned on him too cl
Lotus Flower 48. Overjoyed
Feng Shao couldn't describe the way he was feeling right now.He just felt extremely ecstatic.All this was because of what had happened the previous night.After warming themselves on the fire, the two prepared to go sleep. They arranged their sleeping area and took a few blankets from the cart. Feng Shao was the one who spread the blankets on their futons beside each other. He was one to sleep first as he waited for Lui Xian to join him.Lui Xian followed him in just a few minutes trying very hard not to disturb his sleeping form.He lied on his left side facing Feng Shao who was deeply sleeping. His face was scrunched up as if he was dreaming of something so frightening. Lui Xian could not hold himself and reached to cup him. He smoothed out some frowning lines that were appearing on his face."Ah Shao, look at you. What are you dreaming of now? Am I part of it?" He whispered lowly so not to wake him up. He caressed his eyebrows feeling his heart getting excited. He tried really har
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