The Flower Of The High Mountain Is Pregnant With The Son Of The Sand Sculpture Ceo Chapter 50
byPei Yumin grabbed his hand again, feeling that he was no longer trembling.
Lu Shangyan, however, kept staring at him, his lips pressing tighter and tighter. He was eager to get the answer he wanted from Pei Yumin.
Pei Yumin had piqued his interest, but now he was reluctant to speak, instead curling his index finger and scratching Lu Shangyan’s palm, merely playing dumb and changing his expression to tease him.
So Lu Shangyan lowered his voice: “Tell me.”
His voice was still hoarse, and to Pei Yumin’s ears, it sounded like he was whining. Pei Yumin couldn’t help but laugh: “You really want to know?”
Lu Shangyan met his gaze and instantly felt that Pei Yumin was retaliating against him for not calling him immediately earlier.
He saw Pei Yumin’s car parked by the roadside, turned, and walked toward it, putting on a nonchalant air as he went: “I don’t really want to know.”
Pei Yumin chuckled softly and quickly followed him. Once they were in the car, he handed Lu Shangyan a wet wipe, telling him to clean his face and hands.
Then he deliberately extended his own hand in front of him: “Oh dear, my hand hurts. If only someone could help me wipe it.”
Lu Shangyan then noticed that there was still blood on his hand, whether it was his own or Chen Hao’s.
His face was already starting to swell from that punch. Lu Shangyan felt a little heartache, but remembering how Pei Yumin had deliberately kept him hanging, he didn’t want to help.
But Pei Yumin smiled and leaned against him: “I really need your help.”
The soft voice drifted into his ear, and his breath brushed against his earlobe. His whole body felt like it was being electrocuted, and somehow, he started to lose control. Before he knew it, he had already wiped Pei Yumin’s hand clean.
Pei Yumin raised his hand to examine it carefully, then said: “So clean. Since you helped me, I’ll tell you what you want to know.”
“Do you remember seeing a homeless man after your college entrance exams? His hair was messy, his clothes were tattered, and everyone was afraid to go near him. Only you gave him thirteen yuan and six mao.”
A strange feeling suddenly arose in Lu Shangyan’s heart.
Sure enough, the next second he heard Pei Yumin say: “That homeless man was me.”
Lu Shangyan: “……”
He stared at Pei Yumin unblinkingly, thinking Pei Yumin was joking, but Pei Yumin’s gaze was firm, and his internal certainty began to waver: “Are you kidding?”
If he didn’t know Pei Yumin’s wealth, he might have believed it a tiny bit, but now he clearly saw the chasm between himself and Pei Yumin. He had been squeezed this hard and hadn’t ended up on the streets, let alone Pei Yumin.
Pei Yumin saw the doubt in his eyes, the look of disbelief, and quickly sat up straight, explaining earnestly: “I’m telling the truth. Do you think being born into a wealthy family is easy? How many people outside covet my identity?”
“Haven’t you heard of wealthy family kidnapping cases? Those people will do anything for money!”
Lu Shangyan could understand the kidnapping part, but: “Why would they turn you into a homeless man?”
Pei Yumin raised his head, fanning himself desperately with his hand, trying not to let his tears fall: “Although I never lacked food or drink and stood at a high place, it’s lonely at the top!”
“The situation was very complicated back then. I was set up. If you hadn’t given me that money, I would have starved to death right there, let alone waited for someone to rescue me.”
Lu Shangyan’s mouth was slightly open. He felt a little embarrassed: “I didn’t realize you were so rich yet still had such a hard time.”
Pei Yumin seized the opportunity to turn and throw himself into his arms: “You don’t know, ever since I was little, I had to compete with everyone. You know what your uncles look like. My relatives, in order to get shares and more money, have children in droves, just to produce a child better than me to replace me in the future!”
Lu Shangyan was even more shocked: “But isn’t that your family’s company?”
Pei Yumin sniffed, lifting his eyelids to sneak a glance at him: “But after all, those older brothers, older sisters, younger brothers, and younger sisters of mine are either related through my paternal grandfather or my maternal grandfather. If the elders speak, what can my parents do?”
“Even if they fight for me, if I really can’t measure up, what belongs to me will still be taken away. So my journey has been very difficult!”
“When I was set up and stranded outside, I thought about just giving up. I’d rather starve or freeze to death out there than go back. I was sick of all the hostility and the scheming!”
Lu Shangyan recalled the palace intrigue dramas sometimes playing on the TV screens in the school cafeteria when he ate there.
Sure enough, wealthy families had their share of troubles too.
Pei Yumin heard him sigh and added: “If you hadn’t passed by and given me that proper thirteen yuan and six mao, letting me feel warmth, I really wouldn’t have planned on going back. You were the first person to lend me a hand when I was in trouble. I fell in love with you at first sight right then!”
“After that, I worked hard, step by step, to get to where I am now, just so that when I met you again, I could pursue you with a brand new appearance, with a status worthy of you, and so I could protect you when you are with me.”
Lu Shangyan’s eyes were wide with shock, and he couldn’t close his mouth. He felt that the story was strange and awkward, but Pei Yumin’s earnest demeanor while telling it added several layers of authenticity.
Lu Shangyan took a sharp breath: “Looking at Aunt Yuan’s attitude toward you, and your personality, you don’t seem like someone who grew up in that kind of environment?”
Pei Yumin grabbed his hand and placed it over his heart: “That’s all my disguise! After all, I’m a man, and I’m about to be a father. Of course, I have to be strong!”
“Actually, every night, when I think back to those days, my heart aches, and I have constant nightmares. I haven’t had a good night’s sleep in a long time. Fortunately, you came into my life and helped heal those wounds, gradually making me forget those painful past events.”
Lu Shangyan felt awkward, his fingers curling up: “Something still feels wrong.”
Pei Yumin slumped back in his seat, looking dejected: “I know. After all, I haven’t told you these things before, so it’s hard for you to accept them all at once. I understand.”
Lu Shangyan saw the bruise on his lip, fought a fierce internal battle for half a minute, and finally couldn’t resist reaching out to poke it, saying: “Alright, then if you have nightmares again in the future, you can come find me.”
Pei Yumin’s lips curved upward wildly, but fortunately, his acting skills were decent enough that he completely controlled it the second before it showed.
He covered his eyes and lowered his head, immersing himself in “grief.”
Seeing him like this, Lu Shangyan regretted doubting him just now.
In truth, being set up was real. It was his designer cousin who insisted on starting a self-media business and made a bet with a few of his sisters and him. The loser had to be his actor. Later, he realized he had been set up; no matter what he chose, he would lose!
At the time, he thought it was just filming a short video near home, playing a homeless man, and then being transformed by his cousin to highlight his cousin’s fashion sense.
But unexpectedly, his cousin, in pursuit of authenticity, drove him for several hours to a small county town!
Then, because he was feeling wronged, the initial videos weren’t turning out well, so he lingered under that tree repeatedly for a long time. Basically, everyone around knew he was filming a video, which made him extremely ashamed and unable to lift his head.
It was then that Lu Shangyan rushed past, took all the money out of his pocket, and placed it on the steps beside him. At the time, he didn’t react at all. By the time he looked up, Lu Shangyan had already walked away with his school bag, but his cousin’s camera had captured Lu Shangyan’s face.
In the past, when he heard Old Pei and Madam Yuan talk about their love story, he didn’t believe in love at first sight, but until that day, he realized that love at first sight was actually hereditary!
Lu Shangyan’s profile when he frowned and handed him the money, that sharp jawline, was like Cupid’s arrow, piercing directly into his heart.
From then on, he couldn’t forget this person who maintained kindness despite giving everything, and he was hopelessly smitten.
After that, his cousin managed to film one video, but before he could publish it, he was invited to participate in a competition abroad. He even bought the editing and publishing rights for this video, and his self-media career ended prematurely.
As for the other things he just said, ninety percent of it was false. His life had been smooth sailing!
But he absolutely couldn’t say that in front of Lu Shangyan. Since Lu Shangyan wanted to be needed by him, he had to expose even his minor wounds to Lu Shangyan.
If necessary, he wouldn’t mind infinitely exaggerating his small wounds, as long as Lu Shangyan felt needed. He would gladly endure it.
As he was thinking, he sensed Lu Shangyan’s presence getting closer. Then, Lu Shangyan raised his arm, wrapped it around his shoulder, and patted him gently, repeatedly.
He whispered softly: “It’s okay. You’re already amazing. They don’t think highly of you, but I will always support you unconditionally from now on.”
Pei Yumin closed his eyes and nodded touchingly, but not a single tear fell.
After returning, while Lu Shangyan was taking a shower, Pei Yumin took out his phone and messaged Madam Yuan, telling Yuan Qingyu everything he had just told Lu Shangyan.
Finally, he added:
[M: Remember, I am now a person with an extremely tragic family background. Don’t let anything slip in front of Shangyan!]
Yuan Qingyu read it several times but couldn’t understand the meaning of his words. Finally, she couldn’t help but go upstairs to show it to Pei Yicheng. The two of them pondered over the phone for a while.
Pei Yicheng frowned: “Why is he copying Shangyan’s background story?”
Hearing this, Yuan Qingyu instantly made up her mind: “He must be trying to show their similarity to Shangyan! Right now, he and Shangyan only complement each other; they aren’t similar!”
“Now that both cars are ready, what do you think their next step is! Are they going to get married?”
The more Yuan Qingyu spoke, the more reasonable it sounded. Finally, she stood up abruptly: “No, I need to go retrieve the jewels and things I stored away and make a necklace or bracelet for Shangyan.”
Pei Yicheng’s hand, holding the teacup, was trembling, but he still pretended to be calm: “What’s the rush? Look at the time.”
“You’re not rushing?” Yuan Qingyu said: “The baby will be born soon. The wedding must be held before the baby is born, or even before the bump shows! That means there are only a few days left. I need to quickly find a reliable designer, and the small gold lock for the baby after birth must also be prepared in advance!”
“Although Yumin said the decision about the child is up to Lu Shangyan, we can’t just ignore everything! At the very least, we must not omit any of the necessary courtesies!”
As she spoke, she hurried toward the walk-in closet. When she changed her clothes and was about to leave, she found Pei Yicheng already waiting for her in the car.
“I’ll go with you. I’ll check how many of the tea cakes I auctioned off I still have. I’ll pick out the best one and keep it at home. Since he can’t drink alcohol at the wedding, he can toast with tea.”
The elderly couple rushed out the door, while Pei Yumin was desperately rubbing his eyes to make them red before appearing at Lu Shangyan’s door with a pillow.
His phone vibrated a few times in his pocket. He took it out and saw:
[Little Green Grassland: Son, smooth proposal!]
[Big Fat Sheep: Son, happy wedding!]
Pei Yumin: Old man looking at phone on subway.jpg
What is all this nonsense!
When Lu Shangyan opened the door, he saw him in this state: “Had a nightmare?”
Pei Yumin’s body stiffened, but he nodded without changing his expression: “It was terrifying. Can I sleep in your room?”
They had slept in the same hotel room in Sui County before, and Lu Shangyan had initiated it, so Pei Yumin felt that since they had confirmed their relationship, sleeping in the same room was reasonable now.
However, there was only one bed in Lu Shangyan’s room, and he was afraid Lu Shangyan wouldn’t be comfortable, so he added: “I’ll sleep on the floor tonight. Tomorrow, I’ll buy a folding bed to put next to yours. It can be folded up normally so it won’t be in the way.”
After entering, he scanned the room, carefully estimating how large a bed could fit in the empty space.
Pei Yumin’s thinking was simple: Lu Shangyan had already made a big concession today. He couldn’t rush things, or what if he got kicked out?
A few days of pretense in exchange for a lifetime of sleeping together—he was clear on this calculation.
But he didn’t expect Lu Shangyan to adjust the covers and suddenly say: “You sleep on the bed.”
Pei Yumin was both surprised and delighted. He hadn’t realized Lu Shangyan liked him—no, loved him—to this extent!
Pei Yumin walked over: “Can we sleep in the same bed?”
Lu Shangyan lowered his head and explained: “I don’t have extra blankets for you to sleep on the floor. Besides, I get up frequently at night recently, and I’m afraid I might accidentally step on you.”
Pei Yumin ignored his words, completely immersed in the dreamy pink bubbles, and continued to ask on his own: “Can I hold you when I sleep tonight?”
Lu Shangyan glanced up at him, and he immediately fell silent.
Pei Yumin scrubbed himself several times before climbing onto Lu Shangyan’s bed. He lay rigidly straight, but Lu Shangyan’s bed was small, and even without much movement, physical contact with Lu Shangyan was unavoidable.
Every time they touched, he was incredibly nervous, afraid Lu Shangyan would feel uncomfortable and kick him out. But he tried to restrain himself for half an hour. Finally, he dared to tentatively touch Lu Shangyan’s arm, and Lu Shangyan still showed no reaction.
He gradually relaxed, rolled over, and found that Lu Shangyan had fallen asleep at some point.
He had been through so much today, and his physical condition was special. Continuing to work while hiding his pregnancy made him tired easily, so he slept exceptionally soundly.
Pei Yumin raised his hand and slowly placed it on Lu Shangyan’s waist. Seeing that he hadn’t opened his eyes, he confidently rested his forehead on his shoulder, his toes touching Lu Shangyan’s toes, and he fell asleep holding him.
When he woke up the next day, Lu Shangyan looked normal, seemingly unaffected by the fact that they had woken up with their limbs intertwined.
But the usually bold Pei Yumin didn’t dare to look him in the eye, because last night, he had a dream. In the dream, Lu Shangyan actively took off his pants in front of him, then turned his back and knelt prone on the bed…
He shook his head. He could secretly savor this dream in private, but he couldn’t recall it in front of Lu Shangyan!
Because his reaction below the belt hadn’t subsided yet when Lu Shangyan woke up this morning. He wasn’t sure if Lu Shangyan had noticed, so he felt particularly guilty.
Lu Shangyan stuffed the last bite of bread into his mouth: “Why are you staring at me?”
Pei Yumin immediately said: “I have a very important matter right now that urgently requires you to make a decision.”
Lu Shangyan’s back slowly straightened a little, but he maintained his casual expression from before: “What is it?”
Pei Yumin said: “They say hair is common property between a married couple. I want to get a haircut after work today. Do you approve?”
After speaking, he added very seriously: “Getting a haircut is a huge gamble. I might become very ugly. You must consider it carefully.”
It was a small matter, but because the subject was Pei Yumin, Lu Shangyan actually thought about it for a while: “Approved.”
“I think with your looks, you would look good even without hair.”
Pei Yumin leaned closer, raised his hand to scratch his chin, then pressed his hand on his neck and squeezed it twice: “Baby is so good at complimenting people. I’ll be happy all day today.”
Lu Shangyan awkwardly fiddled with the hair on his forehead: “Me too.”
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As time went on, Lu Shangyan had completely gotten used to Pei Yumin asking him for “yes or no” decisions on every small matter.
He felt busy every day: working, studying, and helping his boyfriend at home make decisions. His time was packed, and of course, his heart was also full.
Until their monthly luxury all-you-can-eat barbecue day, Lu Shangyan was wrapping meat in lettuce for him when he suddenly heard him say: “My parents want me to go back for a visit.”
Lu Shangyan’s hand paused. The piece of grilled meat suspended in mid-air spun around and went into his mouth. He asked somewhat woodenly: “What is it? Are your relatives trying to cause trouble for you again?”
Pei Yumin didn’t dare to answer that question and could only continue: “Actually, they’ve been urging me to bring you home for a meal soon.”
“After all, we are dating now and will be getting married soon. Regardless, we have to go back and meet the parents first, and those relatives keep calling my mom, asking when we can all get together for a meal.”
He sighed, looking troubled: “I’ve been back many times, but they are persistent, like they have a hold on me. I had no choice but to ask you.”
He looked at Lu Shangyan’s expression, knowing how to make him soften up the most: “Can you help me? Help me figure out what to do?”
Lu Shangyan chewed the grilled meat in his mouth desperately, unable to swallow it, and could only mumble indistinctly: “Can’t they agree to meet after I graduate?”
Pei Yumin nodded: “I already said that, but they all know we’ve been together for a long time. If we drag it out for another year… forget it, I’ll figure something out.”
He was still thinking about the antique jade bracelets and collectibles Yuan Qingyu wanted to give Lu Shangyan. If they didn’t go back to meet them, Lu Shangyan would have to wait two more years to get them.
Lu Shangyan wasn’t in a hurry, but he was!
Lu Shangyan started wrapping meat in lettuce again. He didn’t eat them but placed them in a row on the plate in front of him.
When he couldn’t fit any more, he asked: “When do they want to have dinner?”
Pei Yumin: “Tonight!”
“That is absolutely impossible.”
He gave a fake laugh: “I think you should decide, after all, they are begging to see you. But don’t make them wait too long. Your belly isn’t too noticeable yet. If it becomes obvious, it will be difficult.”
Lu Shangyan opened his mouth, about to say something, but Pei Yumin cut him off: “Although you can wear clothes when it’s cold, you’ll definitely have to take them off when eating indoors, and it’s easy to give away the secret. Plus, there will definitely be many children that day. If they touch you and start chattering about it, it will be even harder to handle.”
“If you’re really scared, it’s okay. I’ll just keep dealing with them. They can’t do anything to me anyway. After all, I’m not the person I used to be.”
Lu Shangyan listened to him, distracted, and stuffed more than twenty slices of garlic into the lettuce. Then, without wrapping any meat, he shoved it into Pei Yumin’s mouth: “Alright.”
Pei Yumin’s face was contorted from the spice, but he suppressed it, afraid of interrupting Lu Shangyan’s thoughts.
Lu Shangyan sighed again. Pei Yumin drank three cups of water before leaning closer again and saying: “I don’t know what I would do without you. Luckily, you agreed.”
Just as he was speaking, Lu Shangyan’s shoulder was suddenly patted: “Xiao Yan, it really is you! What a coincidence!”
Lu Shangyan stared at him unblinkingly, clearly startled by his sudden appearance.
The other person, however, was overly familiar, sitting directly across from him: “What’s with that expression? Didn’t you say I was your first love? How can you not recognize me so quickly?”