He tiptoed over to Faruzan and slowly wrapped an arm around her waist.
Faruzan, also known as Hundred-Year Mountain, was a renowned scholar of the Sumeru Akademiya's School of Knowledge. She had published numerous influential theories and conducted extensive research on mechanical life, particularly the technology of the Scarlet King. She once ventured alone into the Scarlet King's Mausoleum for investigation but encountered an accident that left her isolated for over a century. Li Youyue eventually rescued her.
Their acquaintance blossomed into a deeper connection as Faruzan grew to admire Li Youyue's vast knowledge. Over time, their bond matured into romance, but it remained platonic. Faruzan devoted most of her time to studying the Scarlet King's technology, treating romance as merely a formality—a natural progression when the time was right, or perhaps when she herself felt the need. In essence, it was no surprise that Faruzan's intimacy level with Li Youyue had decreased.
"Ah!"
Faruzan startled at the sudden embrace, her delicate frame trembling. *That scared me half to death!* But when she turned around, she found it was just that rascal Li Youyue.
"Hmph... it's you," Faruzan said irritably, relieved it was a false alarm. "You scared me half to death! I thought I was being harassed."
*Damn, who would dare harass you, my Faruzan-jie? Oh, I mean Senior Faruzan...* Li Youyue thought to himself. *But with your beauty, it's only natural. After all, my Senior Faruzan is just so adorable... But if anyone else dares to touch you, I'll make sure they regret it.*
*Hmph hmph hmph...*
Faruzan chuckled smugly. Seeing Li Youyue's arrival, she set aside her research and leaned gently into his arms, resting against him.
*I am his girlfriend, after all. Since my boyfriend has come to visit, it's only right that I spend time with him.*
Though her heart prioritized academic research over romance, her relationship with Youyue had been hard-won, so she chose to have it all.
Marriage and children were a different matter. If she were to settle down, have a baby, and become a mother, she might not have as much time for her studies.
"You busy man, how did you find time to come see me?" Faruzan tilted her head, her sky-blue eyes flashing with a hint of mischief as she gazed directly at Li Youyue, trying to find some leverage against him.
Her cyan twintails cascaded down her back, adding to her charming appearance. The light blue dress, simple yet elegant, perfectly complemented her slender figure, creating a stunningly graceful silhouette.
"Of course I missed you, Senior Faruzan..." Li Youyue said tenderly, lowering his head to steal a kiss.
Faruzan pressed a finger to his lips. "I heard Miss Nilou recently moved to Pure Goodness Palace. Is that true?"
"Yes, she just moved in today..." Li Youyue replied, puzzled by how Faruzan knew. "But Senior Faruzan, your information network is impressive! How did you find out about something that happened this morning?"
"Well..." Faruzan crossed her arms, her pink fists clenched. "I suppose you don't know who I am to you, do you? You should remember who I am..."
Indeed, while Faruzan's primary focus was academic knowledge, her second greatest concern was Li Youyue. She knew his every move.
"You're right, my brilliant Senior Faruzan," Li Youyue praised. "I never imagined someone so dedicated to research would care about such things..."
He then brought Faruzan's finger to his lips.
"Hey! You..."
Faruzan was startled at first, then quickly withdrew her finger, scolding him, "How could you be such a pervert? No wonder you'd dare to lay a hand on Lord Kusanali."
"Please, Lesser Lord Kusanali, Nahida is actually much older than you—she could be your ancestor," Li Youyue retorted, exasperated. "Everyone keeps calling me a pervert, but each one of you is more provocative than the last."
"That doesn't mean you can just suck on my finger!" Faruzan wiped the saliva from her finger with a handkerchief, sighing helplessly. "Don't you know how many books I handle and how many machines I touch every day? How many germs do you think are on there? You've swallowed them all!"
"Senior Faruzan, what I wanted to taste was you," Li Youyue said bluntly, unfazed.
Faruzan turned her head away, her cheeks flushing pink and her ears quickly turning crimson.
"Is Miss Nilou really that beautiful? Is it her figure? Or is her dancing so captivating that it drove you mad? You confessed and moved in together right away?"
"Uh..." Li Youyue paused, surprised by Faruzan's reaction. He teased, "Oh, so even the renowned Senior Faruzan gets jealous?"
"Who? Who's jealous?" Faruzan snapped, venting her frustration. "Ugh, just tell me already!"
What was wrong with being interested in a famous actor from the Grand Bazaar? Nothing!
"Well... um..."
Li Youyue actually paused to consider, comparing the two women. Nilou was pure and innocent, while Faruzan was intellectual and mature. Strictly in terms of looks, Faruzan might not quite measure up.
"To be honest, in my heart, you're both the most important people to me—and naturally, the most beautiful."
"Nilou is a bit more sensual, but her youth still gives her a touch of naivety. Senior Faruzan, on the other hand, is much cuter than Nilou, though her personality is more mature."
"I see..." Faruzan murmured, her head bowed and her face flushed. "Since I'm her senior, it's only natural that I'm more mature and knowledgeable."
Clearly, her understanding of romance was still lacking and in need of replenishment. The best way to fill this gap was through deeper conversations with Li Youyue.
"So... um... could you maybe stop calling me 'Senior' in the future?" Faruzan stammered.
Li Youyue quickly replied, "Then how about 'My Lady Wife'?"
"Lord Youyue... you old geezer! You're so mischievous! You're clearly older than me, you know!" Faruzan nearly exploded in embarrassment, playfully scolding him. "Besides, 'wife' is only used after marriage, right?"
"Then, Senior Faruzan, would you marry me?" Li Youyue asked with mock seriousness.
"Uh..." Faruzan froze again, her mind a complete fog. Her expression panicked. "This... of course I would..." But her voice trailed off into a whisper.
"But we should take things one step at a time!"
Faruzan squeezed her eyes shut, flailing her tiny fists against Li Youyue, desperate to crawl into a hole out of sheer embarrassment.
Li Youyue seized her delicate hand, a mischievous grin spreading across his face. "Then let's start with a kiss."
"..." Faruzan stared blankly at his handsome face, her lips parting slightly. She was truly captivated by his striking features.
*That little rascal... still so handsome. No wonder he attracts so many girls.*
"A hug and a cuddle should be enough for you! You want to kiss me too? Go to hell!" Faruzan protested, but she leaned in anyway, closing her beautiful eyes and resuming her tsundere act.
"You're getting off easy, you little brat."
Seeing Faruzan looking like she was ready to be plucked, Li Youyue couldn't possibly misunderstand. If he did, he might as well just respawn on the spot.
So, he placed his hand on Faruzan's fragrant shoulder, lowered his head, and kissed her...
"Lord Li Youyue, Senior Faruzan?" A drowsy Layla approached them, her eyes narrowed in thought. "What are you two doing?"
"..." Li Youyue froze, his lips halting mid-kiss.
"!!!" Faruzan startled, her eyes snapping open as she turned to Layla.
*Damn it, we've been caught! Lord Faruzan's reputation is ruined!*
In a flurry of panic, Faruzan shoved Li Youyue away, scrambling out of his embrace.
"Oh-oh-oh! It's Layla, dear..."
Faruzan switched to damage control mode in an instant. She grabbed a book—upside down, no less—and clutched it to her chest.
"W-we were... studying!"
*Yes, studying!*
"Uh..." Layla couldn't hold back a strained laugh.
*Senior Faruzan, you were clearly kissing Lord Youyue. Anyone could see that, okay?*
The entire kitchen crew had witnessed it. Did they really need a sniper?
Li Youyue chuckled sheepishly and greeted Layla to ease the awkwardness. "Layla! It's been a while. How have you been? Sleeping well?"
Layla walked directly to Li Youyue's other side, sat down, and nestled into the crook of his arm, resting her head on his shoulder.
"Familiar... place... familiar... scent..." she murmured softly, her delicate sleeping face utterly harmless, her drowsy eyes tightly shut as if weighted down by lead.
Layla always seemed perpetually half-asleep.
"Still... Lord Youyue's... shoulder... is the most... comfortable..." she mumbled, snuggling closer.
"..." Li Youyue was dumbfounded.
*Seriously, Layla? You came all the way here just to sleep on my shoulder? This can't be happening! I was about to kiss Senior Faruzan!*
"You—!"
Faruzan couldn't bear the sight. Overwhelmed by mortification and anger, she clenched her fists, swallowing her rage.
*I was here first!*
But open rivalry and underhanded tactics weren't befitting a lady, so Faruzan chose to take the initiative.
*I can't compete with the Dendro Archon, Greater Lord Rukkhadevata, or the Goddess of Flowers, but I'm not even afraid of Nilou, Sumeru's idol. Why would I be scared of you, you lazy pig?*
Faruzan grabbed Li Youyue's other hand. "Darling, can you explain what this means?"
"This..." Li Youyue glanced around nervously, looking at both women, wondering how to handle the situation.
"Lord Youyue... don't go... quickly... come sleep with Layla..." Layla pleaded groggily.
"...!" Li Youyue's heart softened at her pitiful appearance.
He had anticipated this situation might arise, but facing it in reality proved far more difficult than he'd imagined.
After careful consideration, Li Youyue decided to dismiss Layla, reminding himself that he had come to see Faruzan.
*My heart belongs to Lord Faruzan, wholeheartedly and unwaveringly. The sun and moon bear witness, heaven and earth attest to this truth.*
Faruzan.
Left and Right Guardians.
Xiao, Scaramouche.
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