Just as Xu Wang set a goal for himself, Pei Yanchuan sensed the emptiness beside him too. His eyes flew open, and he found his arms empty.
"Xu Wang?"
"I'm here!" Xu Wang had wanted to turn around with a suave flourish, but his body was giving him a stern warning against any sudden movements.
Pei Yanchuan looked at Xu Wang's strained smile and remembered how he had completely lost control during the latter half of last night.
Thinking of Xu Wang's gentle temperament, Pei Yanchuan assumed he was forcing a smile through intense physical discomfort because he did not want him to blame himself.
Pei Yanchuan sighed. His newlywed partner was far too endearing. He had to think of a solution. If this happened every time, Xu Wang's body certainly would not be able to take it.
With that thought, Pei Yanchuan put on a slightly weak expression. "Wang, if I get like that again, push me away, all right?"
Three enormous question marks popped into Xu Wang's mind as he watched the villain suddenly look so weak. Why does he look worse off than me? Could it be? Could I be too strong?
Pei Yanchuan quietly observed Xu Wang too. Knowing Xu Wang, saying this will definitely make him worry about me. Then he can stop me next time, and that will keep him from getting hurt.
The two followed their own trains of thought, on completely different wavelengths.
"Got it. Are you all right, hubby?" Xu Wang gently touched Pei Yanchuan's slightly weak-looking cheek.
Keeping up the act was no easy task for Pei Yanchuan either. After all, he had never shown weakness in front of anyone. Even now, Xu Wang was the only person before whom he allowed himself to do so.
"I'm fine." Pei Yanchuan took Xu Wang's hand.
Since the refrigerator in their new home was currently empty, the two could only order food.
Just as Pei Yanchuan finished choosing their food and was about to pay, he happened to scroll to a new item on the menu.
Delicious sweet milk, our bestselling drink.
Pei Yanchuan thought of Xu Wang beside him and, with a slight movement of his finger, ordered a cup.
Perhaps it was because alphas recovered well, but Pei Yanchuan fed Xu Wang his entire dinner, one bite at a time.
Pei Yanchuan gently wiped the corner of Xu Wang's mouth.
Unable to resist his tenderness, Xu Wang lunged forward and threw himself into Pei Yanchuan's arms again.
Holding the omega in his arms, Pei Yanchuan was in a very good mood too. He rested his hand on Xu Wang's back.
Xu Wang's clothes were thin, and Pei Yanchuan felt as though his hand could touch his skin right through that thin layer.
Xu Wang wrapped his arms around Pei Yanchuan's neck, tipped his chin up slightly, and rested it on his shoulder.
Just as peaceful contentment filled the room, the vibrating phone by the bed successfully shattered the quiet atmosphere.
Bzz, bzz, bzz. Bzz, bzz, bzz...
Pei Yanchuan gently settled Xu Wang from his arms against the pillow at the head of the bed.
Only after making sure Xu Wang was comfortable did Pei Yanchuan pick up his phone. When he checked it, he saw that his grandfather was calling.
Without leaving, Pei Yanchuan sat right by the bed and answered.
"Hello, Grandpa."
"You brat, you finally deigned to answer! I called you this morning. Why didn't you pick up?" Elder Pei's roar came from the other end.
Hearing the old man's question, Xu Wang and Pei Yanchuan both thought back to that morning. They had still been "wrestling." How could they have noticed the vibrating phone?
Xu Wang silently turned his face away.
Pei Yanchuan gave a soft cough. "Ahem. I wasn't up yet this morning."
"Hm? What did you say, brat? You're speaking so quietly I can't hear you."
"Nothing. Grandpa, was there something you needed when you called this morning?" Pei Yanchuan changed the subject.
"Oh, I nearly forgot the important part. I recently heard that the company invested in a variety show called The Newlyweds' Honeymoon Journey or something. I've already signed you two up. Filming officially starts in three days, I think. I'm calling to let you know." Elder Pei's voice filled with laughter as he brought it up.
"What? Grandpa, why did you sign us up for this show?" Pei Yanchuan exchanged a glance with Xu Wang, who had turned back around, his voice rising considerably.
"What are you shouting for? As if I don't know you! Now that you're married, you're bound to go straight back to work. What about Wang? What about your honeymoon? Don't give me any nonsense about making it up later. As the days go by, you'll forget all about it, and Wang will surely be too embarrassed to bring it up..."
It had to be said that Elder Pei really had a way with words. His uninterrupted speech left Pei Yanchuan no chance to get a word in.
Xu Wang lowered his head in thought. The variety show The Newlyweds' Romantic Journey had appeared in the original novel too. The protagonist shou, Zhong Ran, worked in entertainment and was currently a second-tier celebrity. After accidentally marrying the protagonist gong, Leng Yifan, he went on this show. The reason was that paparazzi had accidentally photographed them entering a hotel together. To keep the company from being affected and for the sake of Zhong Ran's future, they chose this show. On it, the two acted sweet and loving, cultivating an image of a couple who had fallen in love at first sight and dared to love and hate openly. For a time, netizens called them an extremely well-matched wealthy couple, and the two earned plenty of praise on the show!
Although the Leng Family did not change much, its order volume increased significantly.
Zhong Ran, meanwhile, skyrocketed straight into the ranks of top stars. Thanks to his connections with the Leng Family and the Pei Family, he received more endorsement deals than he could handle!
Why were there connections with the Pei Family? This was precisely why Xu Wang had not refused the show. In the original novel, Zhong Ran had not only cultivated the image of a sweet, loving couple, but had also often talked about his childhood life among the wealthy. Whenever he did, he would mention Pei Yanchuan, as though the two were incredibly close. Of course, Pei Yanchuan had never paid him any attention. He had issued a statement once saying they were not close, but Zhong Ran's fans had simply ignored it.
"Ahem. In short, to sum it all up, you two are going on this show. I've already spoken to the people at the company. Although you're the boss now, as the former boss, I still carry a little authority."
"Grandpa." Pei Yanchuan was getting a headache.
"All right, this old man is done talking to you. Is Wang there?"
"Grandpa, I'm here." Looking at the troubled expression covering the villain's face, Xu Wang stifled a laugh as he took the phone.
"Wang, how are you feeling?" At the sound of Xu Wang's voice, Elder Pei instantly softened his tone, becoming the picture of kindly warmth.
"I'm very well, Grandpa."
"Good, good. You must have heard what I just said. Is there anywhere you'd like to go on your honeymoon? Send it straight to me later, and I'll have it arranged." Elder Pei's voice was full of cheerful laughter.
"Anywhere is fine with me. I'll leave everything up to you, Grandpa." Seeing Pei Yanchuan's slightly stunned look, Xu Wang smiled even more broadly.
"Good, good, good. Get some rest, then. I won't disturb you anymore."
"Okay. Goodbye, Grandpa."
After hanging up, Xu Wang finally could not hold back his laughter.
Pei Yanchuan supported Xu Wang's waist, afraid he might aggravate his injuries.
Xu Wang laughed until tears came to his eyes. "Does Grandpa always talk to you like that?"
Pei Yanchuan nodded helplessly. Looking at the smile on Xu Wang's face, he could not resist reaching out to pinch his cheek. "He's pretty blunt with everyone except you."
"That means I'm likable."
"Yes. Do you still want that sweet milk?"
"Yes!"
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