FIMA Ch71: Progress

“Hey, hasn’t Group Leader Gu arrived yet?”

“Group Leader Gu usually practically lives in the lab, hasn’t he been gone since this morning? It’s almost a whole day, and he hasn’t come back?”

Two people from the Special Division 2 had been pacing around Gu Siyuan’s office door several times.

Luo Chuan passed by and heard the conversation, lightly licking his lips, thinking: Xiao Xing, you’ve had a hard time.

I’m doing this for your own good; these brothers are both repressed.

If you don’t add some fuel to the fire, how can it burn? As for what it’ll turn into, well, good luck!

I’ve been through this hardship, it’ll get better in the future.

Yes!

The sun set and rose again.

The morning sunlight slanted through the glass window, shining on the polished floor and the intertwined wheat-colored and pale legs at the end of the bed.

Gu Siyuan raised his hand to shield his eyes for a moment, then swiftly sat up.

This small movement caused the pale body in his arms to tremble as if frightened, mumbling, “No… no more…”

Gu Siyuan glanced at him, seeing the faint bruises on his back, blossoming like flowers.

He couldn’t help but gently kiss the marks.

Thinking about the wonderful feeling just now, for the first time, he thought that if his little follower always acted this seductively, then occasionally dealing with that lunatic Luo Chuan might not be so bad…

Gu Siyuan went to the drinking fountain and filled a cup with warm water, drinking it in big gulps, then brought another cup back to feed his little follower.

Turning around, he met a bright, direct gaze. When the gaze landed on his face, it became even more radiant, not with the usual heat, but with a hint of fierceness.

Gu Siyuan narrowed his eyes slightly and walked over.

The figure on the bed wriggled immediately, wrapping itself tightly in the thin blanket, leaving only a cute little head exposed, as if the person approaching was not the one he had just spent a wonderful night with, but a flood or fierce beast.

Gu Siyuan sat by the bed, staring at him and said in a low voice, “Drink water.”

Xie Xuanxing’s body shivered; it was that voice, that tone. Last night, he had begged countless times, but this person kept using that low voice in his ear, always asking if he could handle it, if it was enough?

But he had already answered, admitted defeat.

Yet this voice never diminished, as if intending to carve it into his heart, into his mind, never to be forgotten.

Gu Siyuan looked at him pitifully, like an injured swan, and couldn’t help but smile slightly. He stretched out his long arms and picked him up, blanket and all.

Xie Xuanxing clutched the blanket tightly with both hands, staring intently at Gu Siyuan: “What… what do you want to do?”

Gu Siyuan let out a low laugh.

The next moment, he suddenly grabbed Xie Xuanxing’s delicate chin, forcing the little guy to look at him, his voice cold and thin: “Where’s all that bravery from last night? You dared to say anything, hmm…”

The last word’s tone slightly rose, with an indescribable hoarseness and magnetism that made one willing to throw themselves into the fire, even more deadly than last night.

On a normal day, if Gu Siyuan did this to him, Xie Xuanxing would definitely be unable to control himself and pounce on him, giving him a big kiss.

But now, he felt like he was about to break, he really didn’t dare.

Gu Siyuan seemed to understand his thoughts, raising an eyebrow and casually saying: “If you’re so scared, we won’t do it in the future.”

Xie Xuanxing instinctively widened his eyes: “No.”

Although he had been crying the whole time and forgot what it felt like, it was really great at the beginning.

Upon hearing this, Gu Siyuan couldn’t help but laugh slowly again.

The little follower was so straightforward, so endearing.

He kissed Xie Xuanxing and gently said: “Good boy, let me help you get dressed.”

“… ” Xie Xuanxing.

Xie Xuanxing, still frightened, slowly refused: “Then… then forget it, I’ll do it myself.”

Luo Chuan said that men couldn’t resist temptation. What if, seeing his beautiful body, this person lost control again?

He still hoped for sustainable development and needed to maintain some distance for now.

After all, last night had been a bit too much. Gu Siyuan, intending to indulge his little follower, fed him warm water, handed him his clothes, and then left the bedroom.

When Xie Xuanxing finished freshening up and came out of the room, a steaming bowl of seafood porridge and some breakfast items were already on the living room table. Gu Siyuan was sitting at the table, quietly watching him.

Although Xie Xuanxing acted soft and sweet in front of Gu Siyuan, he was essentially a cold genius. Before coming out, he had almost adjusted his mindset.

He calmly sat down a seat away from Gu Siyuan and took a sip of the porridge.

So fresh, it brought him back to life.

Then he grabbed a soup dumpling and stuffed it into his mouth.

Since boldly seducing Gu Siyuan yesterday, he hadn’t eaten anything. As the saying goes, food is the primary need of the people. He needed to eat well to have the strength to continue his mental battles with his boyfriend.

Gu Siyuan watched him eat, his cheeks puffed up like a cute little animal, and decided not to mind the occasional aloofness.

After breakfast, they went to work at the Special Management Bureau together.

At the elevator, they parted ways, and Xie Xuanxing habitually reached out for a hug and a goodbye kiss.

However, when those large hands pulled him into the familiar chest, and he heard the low chuckle in his ear, his body shivered. He bit his lip in frustration, thinking how spineless he was. Where was the plan to maintain a bit of distance?

Not even half an hour had passed, and he had already forgotten.

Gu Siyuan let go of him, raised a hand to rub Xie Xuanxing’s chin, forcing his teeth away from his reddened lips.

Then he lowered his head to lightly lick the teeth marks on the lips, his voice low and protesting: “This belongs to me, don’t bully it casually.”

With that, he turned and walked away coldly, not leaving a trace behind.

“… ” Xie Xuanxing.

How could he be like this?

Oh well, spineless it is.

With such a good-looking, large, and persuasive boyfriend, what was the use of having a spine?

Just after Xie Xuanxing entered his talisman-making workshop, a figure sneaked in mysteriously and even closed the door.

Xie Xuanxing looked up at the person, his expression complicated.

Luo Chuan blinked his beautiful eyes: “Judging by your expression, last night wasn’t very pleasant?”

Xie Xuanxing rubbed his waist, staring at him and asked: “Was your first time also so bittersweet?”

“Heh…” Luo Chuan laughed awkwardly: “When that guy gets crazy, he’s like a beast, you know.”

Thinking about Gu Siyuan’s behavior in the elevator earlier, Xie Xuanxing couldn’t help but defend softly: “Actually, not really…”

Luo Chuan couldn’t help but roll his eyes.

However, thinking about his man’s great physique and aura, he lowered his voice and said: “Actually, doing it like that occasionally is very enjoyable.”

Xie Xuanxing blinked, looking eager for more details.

Luo Chuan said: “You could try things like cat or bunny costumes…”

“… ” Xie Xuanxing.

Who would have thought that such a cold and heartless person like Big Brother Gu, who only had swords in his heart, would be so playful in private with Luo Chuan?

After chasing Luo Chuan out, Xie Xuanxing couldn’t help but smile, thinking if he really wore an animal costume, would Gu Siyuan like it?

He had slowly realized that Gu Siyuan was actually quite reserved, maybe he really liked fluffy little animals?

Maybe then, it would be even crazier than last night.

Tsk…

Thinking about it, Xie Xuanxing’s face turned red.

At noon that day.

Gu Siyuan and Xie Xuanxing were about to go to the cafeteria for lunch. When they reached the elevator, they saw Gu Beilin standing there with a cold large sword on his back, his usually icy face showing unusual eagerness.

So strange!

Seeing this, Xie Xuanxing obediently called out, “Big brother.”

Gu Beilin nodded.

Gu Siyuan casually asked: “Finally found an opponent to fight with?”

He couldn’t imagine anything else that could make his crazy brother so excited.

Gu Beilin pretended to be calm and mysteriously said: “We’ll see.”

“… ” Gu Siyuan.

Heh, he knew it.

Xie Xuanxing looked around and curiously asked, “Where’s Brother Luo Chuan?”

Gu Beilin replied, “He went downstairs first. I was just about to find him and accompany him back to his hometown.”

Luo Chuan, like Xie Xuanxing, came from a small family of metaphysics.

The five arts of metaphysics: mountain, medicine, appearance, fate, and divination.

The Luo family was skilled in the art of divination.

Gu Siyuan raised an eyebrow and looked at his elder brother, “You’re going to his house, why do you look like you’re about to fight? Could it be that his family doesn’t think much of you?”

At the end of his words, his tone remained cold, but it was clearly laced with schadenfreude.

“They wouldn’t dare. With just a few people in his family, I could take them all down with one hand,” Gu Beilin shook his head and said seriously.

Gu Siyuan looked regretful, “These cultivators who study divination seem to have low combat power.”

“…” Xie Xuanxing was dumbfounded.

So you really considered fighting them? You actually took it seriously?

You two brothers are really insightful and have unique ideas…

Gu Beilin explained, “This time, something happened in a forbidden area of their family, and they asked me to help.”

Gu Siyuan narrowed his eyes and continued to listen. It surely wouldn’t be that simple.

The next moment, Gu Beilin couldn’t help but add excitedly, “It’s said that it’s caused by an ancient demon sword causing trouble.”

“…” Gu Siyuan.

Ha, as expected, this is the real reason.

After seeing the two leave, Gu Siyuan and Xie Xuanxing went to the cafeteria for lunch.

When they returned, they saw He Pan pacing in front of his office.

Gu Siyuan said coldly, “What are you doing??”

He Pan looked up and saw him, and was overjoyed as if he had seen his father, “Oh, thank goodness you’re back. I was really afraid you’d disappear for an entire afternoon again like the day before yesterday.”

Xie Xuanxing blushed at first, then remembered something, and squinted at He Pan with hostility. He really treated Gu Siyuan like a beast of burden, coming to him with all sorts of problems.

He Pan scratched his head awkwardly, “Hey, don’t look at me like that. This matter was originally planned to be handled by your brother, but he moved too quickly and was captivated by a legendary demon sword. By the time I called, he was already on the plane.”

Gu Siyuan’s expression didn’t change, and he said flatly, “Tell me about it.”

He Pan immediately smiled and flattered, “Actually, I’m afraid this matter can’t be handled by just anyone. You might handle it better than your brother.”

“The branch in South China sent a request for assistance. This situation is a bit strange. We haven’t figured out exactly what’s going on, but three colleagues who went in, two are unconscious, and one is missing. I’m afraid we need your scientific expertise to solve it.”

Gu Siyuan squinted, “Which city in South China, exactly where?”

He Pan immediately replied, “A place called Hongtan Manor under the jurisdiction of N City. The branch is short on manpower and can’t hold out any longer. Especially the missing colleague, named Huo Yan, a young man in his twenties, one of the most talented recruits in recent years at the South China branch. His family is very influential and wealthy in South China, ranking among the top in wealth. Not only the branch but even our headquarters is under great pressure.”

“Hongtan Manor?” Gu Siyuan’s pupils flashed with a dark light.

The incident at N City’s Hongtan Manor also appeared in the original story plot. Although the description was vague, it was undoubtedly a crucial battle for the main characters to level up.

However, it wasn’t supposed to happen this early. It should have occurred six months later.

Could it be that his presence in this world has inexplicably altered the course of some events, because metaphysics is inherently unpredictable?

Or perhaps there is another underlying reason, with an invisible hand manipulating everything behind the scenes.

Xie Xuanxing looked at He Pan and said coldly, “This missing person has such a complex background, and you’re handing this matter to my boss. If anything goes wrong, wouldn’t he have to face all kinds of pressure?”

“Hey, you have to trust Second Young Master Gu. With his ability, how could he not handle it?” He Pan joked and then said, “If your brother hadn’t left, the higher-ups originally intended for the four of you to go together. Now it’s just you two.”

“Left at the perfect time.” Xie Xuanxing’s face turned serious as he muttered to himself, then suddenly said, “Brother Luo Chuan’s family is in the northwest, but we’re going to South China. These two places are really far apart.”

He Pan nodded in agreement, “Yes, they’re not close at all. So, later tonight, I’ll contact your brother and the others. If they solve the demon sword issue smoothly, they can fly to South China to support you.”

Gu Siyuan nodded, “Alright.”

“They’ve all left, Young Master!”

In a certain manor in the capital, someone asked in a low voice.

“Very good, proceed according to plan,” the man said with a somber expression, “This time, I want them to never return. First, deal with Gu Siyuan, then deal with Gu Beilin.”