ISWTDB Ch36

Chapter 36: The Disabled Brother of the Wealthy Male Lead (16, 17)

Lin Yiting tried to comfort him, but it was useless. When they reached the Lin residence, he placed Ying Zhao on his bedroom bed and immediately called a private doctor to examine him.

The conclusion was that Ying Zhao had been given a strong drug. This drug had no antidote; the only way was to let the effects run their course.

After the doctor left, Lin Yiting stood by the bed, staring at the increasingly flushed and restless Ying Zhao, unsure what to do.

Just then, Ying Zhao suddenly whimpered softly, “Brother Yiting! Wife!”

Hearing this, Lin Yiting immediately leaned in, replying, “Xiao Zhao! Xiao Zhao, are you awake?”

But the next moment, Ying Zhao reached out, wrapped his arms around Lin Yiting’s neck, and his hot breath brushed against his face. Ying Zhao was clearly not fully conscious, kissing clumsily and murmuring through tears in Lin Yiting’s ear, “Brother Yiting, it hurts! It hurts!”

Seeing Ying Zhao in this state, Lin Yiting swallowed hard, recalling the doctor’s words that the drug must be released. If not, it could harm his body.

Looking at the person he loved, always tempting him, Lin Yiting sighed inwardly. He couldn’t really do such a thing to Xiao Zhao, or Xiao Zhao would hate him when he woke up.

This left Lin Yiting unsure of what to do, but then he thought, since it was just about releasing the drug, any method should work.

With this thought, Lin Yiting got on the bed, holding Ying Zhao in his arms, and shakily started to unbutton his shirt.

Seeing Ying Zhao’s hot, bare body in front of him, Lin Yiting’s mind went blank for a moment, completely losing his ability to think.

Xiao Zhou was even more beautiful than he had imagined, as perfect as an angel.

Lin Yiting couldn’t resist kissing Ying Zhao’s lips. Seeing Ying Zhao immediately move closer to kiss him, he showed a helpless smile.

He thought to himself, does this unguarded little guy know that I’m about to explode with restraint? To think he would approach me without any defenses, does he really see me as a saint?

However, because of the care and love he had for Ying Zhao, even though Lin Yiting felt like he was going crazy from holding back, he still controlled his desire.

He reached out to help Ying Zhao, but the drug was too strong. Even after releasing it twice, Ying Zhao’s condition didn’t improve. Instead, he squirmed more restlessly in his arms.

Lin Yiting was already unsettled by Ying Zhao’s unconscious seduction. He was panting heavily, greedily staring at every inch of the person in front of him.

Finally, he gently stroked Ying Zhao’s cheek and whispered to him, “I’m sorry, Xiao Zhou, just let me indulge myself a little.”

With that, Lin Yiting’s eyes showed a greed he hadn’t realized. His gaze slowly moved downwards, and he lowered his head towards Ying Zhao.

In fact, Ying Zhao hadn’t expected that, even with the system limiting the drug’s effects, his reaction would still be so intense. It was clear that Meng Jiaqi had given him the drug with the intent to kill.

His mind was indeed hazy for a long time, but he could completely relax next to Lin Yiting due to his familiarity with his lover’s presence.

The previous attempts at relief hadn’t worked, and then a familiar and warm sensation came suddenly, making Ying Zhao feel like he was going crazy.

The sensory stimulation was too strong, bringing a feeling of insatiability. He didn’t know how long this stimulation lasted, only that the care given by the other person was always very gentle.

The next day, Ying Zhao woke up to find it was already past noon. Shaking his head, he tried to clear his mind. As he sat up, the blanket slipped off, and he realized he was completely naked under the covers.

Next to him lay Lin Yiting, his upper body bare. Lin Yiting looked exhausted, with dark circles under his eyes and overly swollen, even slightly chapped, lips.

Ying Zhao blinked, and memories of the previous day came flooding back. He immediately remembered what Lin Yiting had done for him and blushed, diving back under the covers.

He had thought that, because of the drug, he needed to release its effects, and that this would be a good opportunity, believing his lover wouldn’t be able to resist his charm.

However, he hadn’t expected that while his lover couldn’t resist his charm, he would still choose to help him in such a manner.

Perhaps this was also a form of cherishing. Thinking this, Ying Zhao’s eyes wandered. Seeing Lin Yiting’s severely swollen lips, he felt a rare pang of guilt.

He must have been really rough last night for the man to be so exhausted and still asleep.

Ying Zhao peeked out from under the covers and quietly watched Lin Yiting. After a long while, Lin Yiting finally woke up.

Seeing Ying Zhao fully awake and looking at him with a slightly red face, he smiled and said in a hoarse voice, “Xiao Zhou, you’re awake. Is there any discomfort?”

Hearing Lin Yiting’s hoarse voice, Ying Zhao felt his embarrassment flare up, and he quickly shook his head, saying, “No, no.”

But then Lin Yiting’s expression turned serious. He frowned and said sternly:

“Xiao Zhou, I have to say this! How could you trust a stranger so easily and go with him? Do you know you were drugged? If I hadn’t arrived in time, who knows what terrible things could have happened to you! You mustn’t trust others so easily again, understand?”

Ying Zhao heard Lin Yiting’s words but didn’t respond. He blinked and confidently said, “I was drugged, and it was you who saved me, right?”

Lin Yiting nodded. Thinking back to the scene of Ying Zhao unconscious and surrounded by those men with ill intentions, his face darkened even more.

But Ying Zhao’s gaze became unfocused. He looked at Lin Yiting and, blushing, asked, “So Brother Yiting, since I was drugged, did something happen between us?”

Lin Yiting, recalling last night’s events, hesitated for a moment and said, “Nothing special happened, but, since you needed to release the drug’s effects, I’m sorry, Xiao Zhou, I had to help you a few times.”

Ying Zhao heard this, pursed his lips, and moved closer, asking seriously, “Brother Yiting, do you like me?”

Hearing Ying Zhao’s question, Lin Yiting felt as if his thoughts had been seen through. His expression became slightly unnatural, and he awkwardly laughed, denying it:

“Xiao Zhou! What nonsense are you talking about? I’m trying to teach you to be more careful! Be good!”

But Ying Zhao was relentless. He frowned and loudly said, “Don’t change the subject! Lin Yiting, you like me!”

As he spoke, Ying Zhao wrapped his arms around Lin Yiting’s neck and kissed his lips. After a while, he released him, gently rubbing Lin Yiting’s swollen lips with his fingers, his gaze firm. He softly said:

“Still dare to say you don’t like me! If it was just to help me, did you need to go to that extent? Brother Yiting, do you think I have no memory of last night?”

Lin Yiting heard Ying Zhao’s words and was taken aback. He hadn’t expected Ying Zhao to be conscious and remember everything from last night.

For a moment, Lin Yiting was flustered, unsure of how to respond to Ying Zhao.

Ying Zhao seized the moment and pressed on, “I don’t care, Brother Yiting, you’ve already eaten me up, and you still don’t intend to admit it?”

Hearing Ying Zhao’s words, a rare look of embarrassment appeared on Lin Yiting’s face. Although he did ‘eat’ Xiao Zhou yesterday, the eating was not quite what it seemed.

However, when he looked up and saw the blatant affection in Ying Zhao’s eyes, Lin Yiting suddenly had a suspicion. Could it be that Xiao Zhou’s feelings were the same as his, that Xiao Zhou loved him too?

Perhaps it was because of what happened last night that Lin Yiting suddenly felt a bit dazed.

Even though he had convinced himself that he couldn’t give Ying Zhao long-term happiness, the difference between unrequited love and mutual affection was significant. So, deep down, Lin Yiting couldn’t help but feel a little hopeful.

Of course, Ying Zhao also noticed the conflict and longing in his eyes. He leaned in close to Lin Yiting and said softly:

“Brother Yiting, we’ve known each other for so many years. I don’t believe you can’t see my feelings. I don’t know what you’re resisting, and I don’t know what you’re afraid of. But, for the sake of our many years of knowing each other, I’ll only ask you once. If your legs weren’t paralyzed, would you be willing to be with me? If all external conditions were excluded, Brother Yiting, do you want to be with me?”

“Excluding all external conditions…” Lin Yiting’s eyes suddenly became deep upon hearing Ying Zhao’s words.

Seeing the seriousness in Ying Zhao’s eyes, the words Lin Yiting wanted to deny got swallowed back. His lips trembled for a moment, and he closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and seemed to muster all his strength to say to Ying Zhao:

“If, if my legs weren’t paralyzed, if I were a healthy, young, complete person who could always be there to accompany and take care of you, Xiao Zhou, I wouldn’t let anyone else have you! Even if you were unwilling, I would force you to be with me, to always keep you by my side. Because I know, I can give you happiness. Because I know, no one in this world would love you more than I do!”

After saying these words, Lin Yiting slumped back against the headboard, lowering his eyes and saying no more. His look of pain and despair made Ying Zhao’s eyes red with tears.

He knew it; the man must love him. How could one not be moved by such deep words?

Ying Zhao hugged Lin Yiting’s neck and gently kissed his forehead, with warm light swirling in his eyes, he smiled and said, “Brother Yiting, do you know why I have to leave here and go to Country Y for further studies?”

Hearing Ying Zhao’s words, Lin Yiting nodded without hesitation. “I know, because researching in the field of mechanics has always been your dream.”

Unexpectedly, Ying Zhao shook his head and said, “Not just that, it’s because I want to study the perfect integration of biology and mechanics. Only at Haus Academy in Country Y can such in-depth research be conducted. I work tirelessly every day to research mechanical prosthetics that can connect directly to neurons without causing rejection in the human body.”

Lin Yiting’s eyes widened in shock upon hearing Ying Zhao’s words. He never imagined that Ying Zhao went to Country Y for him.

But Ying Zhao then revealed even more shocking news. He looked at Lin Yiting with joyful tears in his eyes and said with a smile:

“Brother Yiting, I have already succeeded! Yesterday, the final batch of clinical trials was conducted, proving that it does not cause rejection in the human body, so you can stand up! Also, I have met many medical geniuses in Country Y, and we can gradually eliminate the toxins accumulated in your body from the medications you took. Your health will definitely get better and better.”

As Ying Zhao spoke, he cried, taking a deep breath and facing Lin Yiting seriously.

“As for age, Brother Yiting, have you ever thought that even though you’re eleven years older than me, the person I truly love is you! Or do you want to give me up, let me be with someone young whom I don’t love, and never attain the happiness I desire?”

Upon hearing this, Lin Yiting couldn’t help but reach out, trembling, to wipe away Ying Zhao’s tears, and softly said:

“So, it’s all for me? You’ve been working so hard in your experiments and research, all for me!”

Ying Zhao nodded, rubbing his cheek against Lin Yiting’s palm. He closed his eyes, took a deep breath, and said sadly:

“If you really don’t want to be with me, then at least let me treat you. I want you to stand up again, to get healthy. Because in this world, you’re the most important person to me. After the treatment, I’ll leave here, go back to Country Y to continue my research, and never appear before you again.”

After saying this, Ying Zhao lowered his eyes and turned his head to the side. His nose was red, and his eyes filled with tears. This look of sadness and forced endurance made Lin Yiting feel extremely distressed.

Especially when Ying Zhao said he would leave here and never see him again, Lin Yiting panicked completely. He straightened up and pulled Ying Zhao into his arms, quickly saying:

“No way! You’re not allowed to go anywhere! After saying all this, how can I possibly let you go? Even if you regret it later, I won’t let you leave, you’re mine!”

Ying Zhao buried his head deeply in Lin Yiting’s chest, and upon hearing his words, a subtle smile appeared on his lips. Indeed, playing the pity card was the best strategy for dealing with his man!

When he looked up again, Ying Zhao still wore a pitiful expression and said, “But you refused me so many times before…”

Lin Yiting, seeing Ying Zhao’s look, quickly tried to appease him, saying, “Xiao Zhou! Baby! Don’t be sad, it was all my fault, forgive me, okay?”

Ying Zhao hesitated for a long time before tentatively asking Lin Yiting, “Really not pushing me away anymore?”

Lin Yiting immediately shook his head vigorously, swearing, “Baby, trust me, I really know I was wrong!”

Hearing the man speak like this, Ying Zhao finally broke into a smile through his tears, nodding contentedly. “Well, in light of your sincere attitude, I’ll fulfill my childhood promise and marry you as my wife!”

Lin Yiting looked at Ying Zhao’s proud and playful appearance, unable to resist kissing his cute little nose tip, nodding firmly at him.

As long as he could be with Xiao Zhou, being called a wife meant nothing. As long as the person in his arms was happy, he would gladly sacrifice everything.

The two lovers finally expressed their feelings for each other, and Ying Zhao silently breathed a sigh of relief in his heart. The greatest goal of his life had finally been achieved, and an involuntary smile of happiness appeared on his face.

He lifted his head to carefully study Lin Yiting’s face, kissed his forehead, then kissed his eyebrows and eyes. After a while, he kissed his cheek and happily said, “Truly my wife, so charming!”

Then he noticed the bruise under Lin Yiting’s eyes, and gently touched it with his finger, softly saying, 

“Brother Yiting, you worked hard last night. I can’t let you rescue me in vain. I have to repay you first!”

Upon hearing Ying Zhao’s words, Lin Yiting showed a gentle smile and shook his head at Ying Zhao.

“What repayment between us? Haven’t you already said you’ll marry me as your wife? Isn’t that already a commitment?”

Upon hearing Lin Yiting’s words, Ying Zhao revealed a mischievous smile, bending his eyebrows and eyes, saying, 

“Of course, it’s a commitment, but now I can give you some benefits!”

After that, Ying Zhao bowed his head under the shocked gaze of Lin Yiting, who wanted to stop him, holding Ying Zhao’s shoulder, and said hurriedly, “Xiao Zhou! Don’t…”

However, Ying Zhao was determined to reward his man. The next moment, Lin Yiting felt a strange feeling of comfort coming like a tide. He could only sigh softly, unable to say a word.

When everything was over, Ying Zhao lifted his head. Lin Yiting looked at his rosy lips and cheeks, and hugged him tightly, and kissed Ying Zhao’s lips fiercely.

However, when Lin Yiting thought about the dangers Ying Zhao had faced before, a cold light flashed in his eyes. He absolutely couldn’t let those people off so easily.

Seeing Ying Zhao, who seemed to be drifting off in his arms, Lin Yiting gently kissed his cheek and whispered softly in his heart,

“Sleep, my baby, I will always protect you! Rest assured, with me here, I won’t let you suffer unjustly.”

Perhaps due to the lingering effects of medication, Ying Zhao slept for a long time in Lin Yiting’s embrace and didn’t wake up even by dinnertime. However, when he woke up early the next morning, he felt refreshed and in good spirits.

Since the clinical trial had just succeeded the day before, Ying Zhao returned to the academy after breakfast to handle some final matters.

Especially regarding Lin Yiting’s surgery, he had a lot of preparation work to do. Just yesterday, they had confessed their feelings for each other, so Lin Yiting naturally insisted on personally driving Ying Zhao to the academy.

Ying Zhao sat in the car, leaning against Lin Yiting. When he saw the gates of Shenglin and the car stopped, Ying Zhao still seemed reluctant to leave Lin Yiting. He squeezed his hand and turned his head unwillingly, saying,

“I’m leaving!”

Lin Yiting nodded, kissed Ying Zhao’s forehead, and softly said, “I’ll come find you as soon as I’m done.”

Only then did Ying Zhao smile, slowly get out of the car, and with three reluctant glances back, enter Shenglin.

Lin Yiting felt warmth in his eyes, seeing how much Ying Zhao relied on him. However, as Ying Zhao’s figure disappeared from his sight, a hint of fierceness flashed in his eyes.

He turned to Uncle Lin, who was driving, and asked, “Uncle Lin, is everything ready?”

Although Uncle Lin still maintained his gentle demeanor, his eyes immediately turned icy. He gave Lin Yiting a smile devoid of warmth and said,

“Young Master, everything is ready. Those who hurt Young Master Ying must not be spared!”

In a dimly lit room, Meng Jiaqi trembled, his hands and feet bound, eyes blindfolded.

Yesterday, after leaving what he thought was a successful confrontation with his lifelong enemy at the so-called restaurant, he even considered celebrating.

But little did he know, as he walked down a dark alley, someone suddenly knocked him out from behind. When he woke up, he found himself tied up, blindfolded, with no idea where he was.

Suddenly, he heard the sound of a door opening. Someone roughly grabbed his arm, pulled him up from the ground, and seemed to be taking him somewhere else.

Fear gripped Meng Jiaqi’s heart. He wanted to beg for mercy, to shout, but his mouth was tightly gagged with a cloth, preventing him from making any coherent sound.

Shortly after, it seemed he was taken to another room by someone, and then roughly pushed to the ground. The blindfold was removed, but Meng Jiaqi, upon seeing the light again, still had no idea where he was.