The honest working stiff catfished online (19)

When Bai Wu called, Cheng Yuqing was cleaning up posts on the game forum.

"What are you doing? I'm fixing a bug, what do you think I'm thinking?" Xue Ci becomes the focus of the forum every time she logs into the game, and at this rate, there will only be more and more rivals. Cheng Yuqing eventually got fed up with deleting posts and said into the phone, "If you have time to argue with me, you might as well go delete your posts on the forum. I just encountered another one posting pictures, damn it, there are so many mistresses to catch."

Bai Wu was stunned.

His face quickly darkened. "You think you can arrest those tricycles?"

Cheng Yuqing: "I'm Xue Ci's brother, isn't it my duty to do these things?"

Bai Wu 've never seen anyone so shameless, especially with such self-righteousness.

Brother, straight man... these are all just lies used to get closer to Xue Ci.

The key is that they have a colleague relationship, Xue Ci still trusts each other.

If he says a few more words, he'll become known as a jealous husband. Once or twice is fine, but if he keeps having disagreements because of this, Xue Ci will definitely start to think he's suspicious and petty.

Bai Wu suppressed his anger, logged into his administrator account, and deleted the posts along with the others.

*

After Xue Ci logged off, he even received calls from Bai Wu and Cheng Yuqing, asking how he was doing.

After learning that he was alright, the two of them, as if they had arranged it beforehand, asked him to come out for dinner.

Xue Ci politely declined. He had already promised Chu Juesheng would go to the performance, which was at 7:30. It would take half an hour to get there by car, and given the current time, there was no time to go out for dinner.

Chu Juesheng has a rehearsal this afternoon and has already left with his bass guitar.

Xue Ci didn't go that early; she arrived an hour early.

When they arrived, there was already a line. Xue Ci arrived at the worst possible time, right when the security checkpoint was at its longest. He had even bought a bouquet of flowers beforehand, worried that they might get damaged in the crowd, and his little face was tense the whole time.

However, he underestimated the terrifying crowd and was almost pushed forward by the people behind him.

Just as the bouquet was about to be crushed, he was pulled aside by a force.

The other person was very strong and tall, and under his all-black coat, his hands firmly supported Xue Ci's body.

The palms are broad and solid, and the veins become prominent when the slightest force is applied.

Xue Ci looked up and recognized the other person even though they were wearing a mask.

When Chu Juesheng's eyes droop down at the corners, he really looks like a big dog.

The boy didn't say anything, but naturally took the bouquet from his hand, then took his hand and walked along the wall until they pushed open a door.

There were five or six people inside the room, all of whom Xue Ci had seen before.

As soon as Xue Ci, a group of people swarmed around him.

The young people were exceptionally enthusiastic, surrounding the handsome boy and asking him all sorts of questions, eager to use every ounce of their flirting skills.

The difference in height and build between them and Xue Ci was quite obvious. From the outside, Xue Ci was almost invisible; from another angle, one might see a small patch of her white arm.

Chu Juesheng had guessed that this would happen.

This group of people is truly shameful. Last time they secretly added Xue Ci on WeChat, and that was one thing, but this time they swarmed around her as soon as they saw her, like flies that you can't shoo away.

She promised to do her best to arrange his confession, but it seems she was only doing it for herself.

Those declarations of love won't be needed for now.

A hint of melancholy appeared in Chu Juesheng's eyes, but he quickly recovered.

After observing backstage, and with the performance about to begin, Xue Ci planned to return to her seat with the flowers.

The bouquet wasn't light, Chu Juesheng worried that Xue Ci tired carrying it. "Why don't we just put it backstage?"

Xue Ci planned to give it to him after the performance, but he said that as long as he could come, it would be the best gift.

He stopped trying to be brave. "Then I'm going back. Good luck with the performance."

Xue Ci returned to the VIP area with her ticket. The atmosphere there was electric, as if she had stepped into a fan meeting.

The most people called out Chu Juesheng's name.

Chu Juesheng on stage is very different; he is cold and indifferent, yet exceptionally attractive.

Xue Ci was also caught up in the moment and picked up a glow stick given to her by someone next to her, waving it along.

You've come to see them too!

Standing next to him was a tall, young-looking, and stylishly dressed young man.

He had noticed Xue Ci from the moment he spoke.

Even the dim lighting couldn't hide her beautiful face.

After exchanging a few words, he couldn't wait to ask Xue Ci for her contact information, but a pink-haired girl interrupted him.

"I'm sorry, I already have a boyfriend."

Pink-haired girl stopped the man who was trying to pick her up. Just as Brother Sheng had said, Song Xueci standing alone down there was bound to attract the attention of some people with ill intentions.

Brother Sheng hasn't even gotten his turn in line yet!

Xue Ci remembered the pink-haired girl and asked in surprise, "Don't you have any performances?"

"My throat's been bothering me lately, so I can only sing two songs." Pink-haired guy scratched his head sheepishly. He suddenly felt a surge of gratitude towards Brother Sheng; standing with Xue Ci to watch the show always gave him a kind of dreamy sense of happiness.

He started gathering information. "I heard from Brother Sheng that you have a boyfriend. Didn't your boyfriend come with you?"

Xue Ci just discussed it with 11 last night, and they planned to gradually become less friendly towards Bai Wu over the next week.

Moreover, Bai Wu doesn't seem to like Chu Juesheng very much, so he probably won't come.

So he made up a random excuse. "He doesn't like watching performances."

"That's so boring." Pink-haired guy remembered that Brother Sheng said the other person was older and looked more serious, so he used the topic to subtly put down a man he had never met before.

If they stir things up, the breakup will happen faster, and Brother Sheng will have a chance. If it works out, they can follow their sister-in-law around every day!

*

The band performed for an hour, followed by an autograph session.

The order is based on the ticket number, and Xue Ci is the thirtieth one.

Chu Juesheng's group was quite long, with men and women in the front row who looked very young, excitedly discussing the band's new song.

Chu Juesheng has striking features, so stage makeup doesn't look out of place on him; instead, it makes his whole face look arrogant and cool.

He sat in his seat with his eyes lowered, patiently signing autographs for his fans.

"Brother, can I get your autograph?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Chu Juesheng froze, looked up, and saw Xue Ci winking at him with a well-behaved and clever expression.

Call him brother...

Chu Juesheng's ears turned red instantly, and his heart pounded.

The fingers holding the pen curled up tightly.

Xue Ci didn't notice anything unusual about the other person; he was just pretending to be a little fan to add some popularity to Chu Juesheng's fanbase.

After the signing was completed, the pink-haired girl immediately came up to him. "Brother Sheng asked me to take you back; he should be signing for another two hours."

Xue Ci got into the car with the pink-haired girl.

Bai Wu sent out about ten messages, Cheng Yuqing also sent out quite a few.

After reading it, he picked out the key points and replied.

It was late when they arrived at the apartment, Xue Ci washed up and lay down to rest.

Around ten o'clock, just as he was about to fall asleep, Chu Juesheng returned.

The other person hadn't even removed their makeup, was still in their performance outfit, and looked tense, as if they had something important to say.

Xue Ci her sleepiness and also became serious. "What's wrong?"

Chu Juesheng stared straight at him. "I like you!"

Xue Ci froze, all sleepiness gone.

He never expected to suddenly receive a confession of love from his neighbor.

He was a boy a few years younger than himself.

Even though it was cruel, Xue Ci shook her head. "No, you can't."

Chu Juesheng quickly lowered his eyes, his expression forlorn, a layer of despondency welling up in his eyes.

His neck was bent over, looking like it was about to break.

Xue Ci felt guilty. He hadn't meant to give her false hope, so he comforted her, "I just don't like you. Don't be sad."

Chu Juesheng felt his heart ache even more.

He obediently replied, "Okay."

Normally, one should leave in a sorry state or with a flourish after being rejected, but Chu Juesheng just stood there, as if doing so would soften Xue Ci's heart.

In fact, Xue Ci did soften her heart.

He thought for a moment and said, "But I won't hate you, don't be sad."

Chu Juesheng's hope was rekindled. "If you break up, can I pursue you?"

The dog's droopy eyes stared at me.

Xue Ci, and finally replied with "We'll talk about breaking up later."

Seeing that Chu Juesheng's expression was no longer so disappointed, he breathed a sigh of relief.

After he returned, he stuffed the autographed ticket into a drawer, so he didn't notice that Chu Juesheng's signature on it was a firm and straightforward four characters --

"I like you."

*

Bai Wu has to go on a business trip on Monday, the timing is uncertain. After the last cooperation with Gu Group, they introduced another partner.

Although Bai Wu was still in the honeymoon phase, he naturally wanted to personally take care of earning money to support his wife.

After telling Xue Ci about it over the phone, he expressed his disappointment. "I won't be able to have meals with you for the next few days."

No sooner had she finished speaking than Cheng Yuqing called out to Xue Ci to go to the restaurant together.

Bai Wu looked very unwell.

He couldn't imagine how clingy Cheng Yuqing would be to Xue Ci Cheng Yuqing.

The character is written as "brother," but read as "mistress."

Bai Wu didn't know what to say, so he asked Xu Wei to keep an eye on things and told Xue Ci not to be fooled by bad men, and to slap anyone who touched him inappropriately.

Xue Ci puzzled, but still obliged.

"No, don't slap him." That would only give the other person a thrill. Having imagined being slapped, Bai Wu changed his tune, "Just kick him hard in the groin, don't hold back. I'm out of town, so you need to take care of yourself. Oh, Xu Wei will take you home in the next few days. Your lease expires in a month, so let's move in early when I get back."

"Let's talk about it when we get back," Xue Ci ambiguously.

Bai Wu was completely unaware of anything amiss. He transferred some money to Xue Ci and boarded the plane.

After getting off the plane, the first thing he did was to report his itinerary to his wife.

However, no one answered the phone.

Bai Wu was in a hurry to get going, so he had to send a message to the other party.

Xue Ci didn't reply for several hours, and she didn't accept the transferred money.

Bai Wu tried to reassure himself that the other person was busy with work, but in the following days, he clearly sensed that something was wrong.

He would Xue Ci during breaks in their collaboration discussions, but Xue Ci almost never replied promptly.

Bai Wu gradually became suspicious. On the last day before leaving, he went to visit the local specialty shops and asked Xue Ci what gift she wanted.

Xue Ci: [I don't want to, you should get on the plane.]

Bai Wu was somewhat disappointed, but in the end, he still took the necklace back with him.

He flew back at 3 PM, while Xue Ci was still at work. So he went home, washed up, tidied himself up, and booked a restaurant, preparing for his date with Xue Ci.

He had been dating Xue Ci for two weeks, and apart from holding hands, he had hardly dared to do anything out of line.

I really want to do it.

He couldn't help but have a strong reaction whenever he smelled Xue Ci's scent.

But this is perhaps too hasty.

Bai Wu is a rather conservative and traditional man at heart. Apart from that time at the hotel, his heart was completely filled with possessiveness and jealousy.

He practically counted down the days, figuring out how many days it would be before they could kiss, how many days they could sleep together...

My oral fixation disorder is getting worse.

When the attack occurs, he still has to rely on Xue Ci's clothes to get through it.

But none of that matters anymore. With Xue Ci by his side, his world and heart are no longer empty.

Just as Bai Wu finished putting on his shirt, his phone vibrated twice.

It must have been Xue Ci.

Bai Wu smiled, opened the app, and then, upon seeing the message, his smile froze on his lips before he could even close it.

Xue Ci... sent him a breakup message.

Xue Ci: [Sorry, I don't think we're a good match.]

Xue Ci: [I'm straight, I can't accept being intimate with other men.]

Xue Ci: [Let's separate for now.]

Bai Wu stood rooted to the spot, his blood running cold, his temples throbbing. He couldn't see any reason, only the last word. "Separate."

Xue Ci wants to break up with him.

Bai Wu's vision went black, and he felt dizzy as if he had lost all his strength. When he could see clearly again, he trembled all over and dialed Xue Ci's number.

She called three times in a row, but Xue Ci hung up each time.

Bai Wu felt a chill run through his body.

Soon, Xue Ci over the bill, and Xue Ci returned all the transfers and payments he had made to her.

Not only that, they even gave him a considerable sum of money.

Like a breakup fee.

Should I cut ties with him?

Bai Wu smiled expressionlessly, but his eyes were full of possessiveness.

*

hotel.

Xue Ci has been in her room for three days.

After sending the breakup text, he kept a little money for himself and gave all his savings to Bai Wu.

Doing this can lessen the feeling of guilt.

Xue Ci could roughly guess that Bai Wu would go directly to him if she couldn't get through on the phone, so she took ten days off from work and hid in a hotel in another district of Fog City.

Ten days of leave is a rare privilege for most companies; he acted first and asked for permission later.

This would kill two birds with one stone: get the company to fire him.

The progress bar has reached 80%.

Xue Ci just needs to get through this period before leaving Fog City and wait for the progress bar to increase on its own.

Chu Juesheng and his bandmates all messaged him, asking where he was.

Cheng Yuqing sent him the most messages, almost every five minutes.

Xue Ci replied to everyone that there was nothing to worry about when going back to her hometown.

After that, the group would message him every day, asking if he was bored at his hometown and offering to come and keep him company.

Xue Ci politely declined, keeping her whereabouts a complete secret.

He didn't look at his phone much, spending most of his time hiding in his room with 11, occasionally checking the Fragment in his online space as agreed.

The Fragment clung to him, saying they missed him while simultaneously mocking Bai Wu.

Xue Ci stopped them.

As a result, a Fragment of people accused him of favoritism, saying that he wasn't this soft-hearted when he rejected them.

Xue Ci guiltily exited the space.

On the seventh day, he didn't want to stay in his room anymore and wanted to go out for a walk.

11 Reminder: [Host, be careful.]

Xue Ci felt there were no problems.

After making several phone calls to him on the first day, Bai Wu lost contact with him afterwards.

They probably won't bother me anymore.

Still not entirely reassured, 11 made the host put on a coat and a hat to cover his face.

Xue Ci didn't plan to go too far. There was a park across from the hotel, so he went there for a half-hour walk to get some fresh air.

However, just as they started walking along the street, before they even reached the sidewalk, a black minivan slowed down.

When I was very close to him, the car door suddenly opened.

A large, bony hand extends out.

Xue Ci could tell who the other person was with just a glance.

He had been held by those hands many times, especially during those two days at the hotel. They would lift him into the bathtub and then lift him out again, and use that hand to wipe the stains off the mirror afterwards.

He was so exhausted that his whole body felt weak, and he could only rely on those hands.

Xue Ci a beat as she sensed danger and tried to run away, but she was easily caught by that hand.

The next second, he was carried into the car.

In that instant, Xue Ci felt as if a wild beast had grabbed her by the back of the neck.

The fragile, defenseless, handsome young boy was pulled onto the lap of his ex-boyfriend, whom he had dumped a few days earlier.

They're going to retaliate.

Xue Ci knew the consequences and fought back fiercely despite her fear.

However, the other person didn't use any force at all; they just pressed on his waist a few times, and his whole body went limp as if he had been acupunctured.

If you can't move, then you can only rely on your mouth.

Xue Ci pursed her lips and advised, "What you're doing is illegal."

"Is that so?" Bai Wu finally spoke, his voice devoid of warmth.

The bloodshot eyes from days of sleeplessness were hidden in the darkness, along with his turbulent emotions.

Hearing his soft voice, Xue Ci's teeth chattered. "We've already broken up, don't do this."

Bai Wu didn't say anything more, but simply pulled him onto his lap.

The heat from her body penetrated her suit trousers, and Xue Ci's legs were almost red from the heat, but she didn't dare to say anything.

He didn't know why Bai Wu had taken him back. He had already returned the money and given his reasons, so they couldn't just lock him up.

Something was quickly pressed against my back.

Bai Wu must have put his face close to his back.

Soon, he heard the other person's heavy breathing.

Are you experiencing oral fixation...?

Xue Ci offered her finger, her lips curving into a pleading smile, "You can bite it, but after you're done, can you take me back?"

Bai Wu didn't agree, but instead gripped his wrist tightly and gently bit down along his fair fingers.

My mouth feels so hot...

Xue Ci also began to feel warm. He sniffed and felt embarrassed to pull his hand away.

After driving for more than ten minutes, we arrived at a dark, gloomy private underground parking garage.

There isn't even a window.

The driver quickly got out of the car and closed the garage door behind him.

In his view, it was just a young couple having a tiff, and they could make up if given some private space.

As darkness fell completely, Xue Ci broke out in a light sweat from fear, and the steam filled the car with a faint fragrance.

He himself was completely unaware of this and continued to demand that Bai Wu release him.

"Let you go?"

Bai Wu carried the person to the back row, then sat on the other side, his long legs completely trapping the person within his own domain.

Xue Ci, like a small animal with nowhere to run, saw that she had no choice but to feign pitifulness. "I'm a little hungry."

Bai Wu's eyes flickered slightly. "I'll make sure you're full in a bit."

Xue Ci had no choice but to give up. Her eyes drooping listlessly, she asked, "What did you want to say to me?"

"I don't accept the reason for the breakup." Bai Wu took a deep breath, his expression grave. "Why did you dump me?"

Xue Ci's voice was very soft. "Didn't I already say... I'm straight?"

Bai Wu remained silent for a long time, simply staring at him.

Xue Ci felt a chill run down her spine under his gaze. She was about to ask if she could leave when the man said menacingly—

"Straight man?"

"If I can make you feel comfortable, it proves you're not straight, right?"

Wh-what?

Xue Ci looked a little dazed and hadn't reacted yet when Bai Wu's head came closer.

The man was like a wild dog that had been plotting for a long time; once he had a bone in his mouth, he wouldn't let go.

At the same time, they dared not exert any force.

You can only lick the bone with your tongue first, until it's soft and melted, and then finally suck out the white marrow.

Most of the bone marrow was swallowed by the wild dogs, with only a small amount dripping onto the boy's groin and the leather car seat.

The basement was cold and damp, while the car was hot and humid.

Xue Ci's fair fingers seemed unable to bear it, scratching haphazardly at the car window a few times, but unable to slide down.

Only a few clear watermarks remained.

The smell inside the car was mixed and unpleasant.

Xue Ci struggled to lift her eyes.

The man who had just kissed his small Adam's apple stepped back and looked at him.

"Baby, are you hungry?"

Xue Ci was like a doll, being held in the arms of a mad dog, being fed freshly baked bread and milk that was still warm.

The man buys these things every day, hoping that one day he can catch Xue Ci and watch him eat them.

Xue Ci couldn't eat anymore after eating half of it and turned her face away.

Her voice was soft the moment she opened her mouth.

"I... I want to go back..."

"Where are you going? The baby's full and doesn't care about me anymore."

Bai Wu's heavy breathing was so close, it seemed he could melt Xue Ci into snow water.

His low, hoarse voice seemed to come from his chest.

Sweat dripped from Xue Ci's forehead onto her body.

"Feed me too, okay?"

Author's Note:

Didn't you already eat it?