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Shen Qingqiu was currently having morning coffee in the private garden of the demon realm with his sticky disciple.
It had been 3 months since the disaster of the attempted merger of the demon and human realm, and 1 1/2 months since he married his white lotus.
Shen Yuan doesn't even know when his life turned upside down, it could be when he transmigrated to this stud romance, or the fault of that damned system that forced him to throw Luo Binghe into the abyss. It could also be his own fault of not looking at his lovely disciple, and only seeing the blackened protagonist. It could also be the lack of communication. The point is, his life has given a complete 360. Not that Shen Qingqiu is complaining, he now has a husband who loves, cooks, cares for, and pampers him daily.
It was not in Shen Qingqiu's plans to spend 5 years sleeping underground, at least the fact that Luo Binghe was a lot less crazy than he expected is compensation. He also didn't plan to be captured by his disciple, much less discover that his disciple had romantic feelings for him. So imagine Shen Qingqiu's surprise when he discovered that he reciprocated the feelings in the midst of a merging of worlds.
At that moment, when Shen Qingqiu realized how much he had hurt his disciple, he saw how Xin mo was taking over his mind. Shen Qingqiu was already preparing for the worst, to do double cultivation with his disciple possessed by his demonic sword. But luck was on his side, his disciple was sane enough to hear Shen Qingqiu's conversation until the system made the necklace available. So their first time was right after the black lotus attack. Despite the size of the Heavenly Pillar, Binghe knew how to prepare it very well, so Shen Qingqiu had nothing to complain about this aspect of their relationship.
"Shizun enjoyed breakfast?" his sticky disciple asks, his voice beside his ear, his arms tightening in around him.
"You look amazing as always, husband" Shen Qingqiu can feel his disciple perk up beside him at the compliment, lips on his neck and hands exploring his body. "This is no time for that, Binghe!" Shen Qingqiu scolded, with a touch of his fan on his disciple's shoulder.
"Yes Shizun" As usual, his white lotus obeyed. Shen Qingqiu continued commenting and for a moment looked at the fan. The same one Liu Qingge returned after 5 years.
Shen Qingqiu doesn't know what to think of Liu Qingge, when he saved him, the only thing he wanted was an ally to protect his from Binghe, with time, the beautiful and violent man became a friend, they started to train together, Shen Qingqiu started to trust that person so honest and loyal. After pushing Binghe into the abyss, the constant presence of the God of War became a balm in his life, the monsters that Liu Qingge hunted and gave him as gifts were a distraction to his sadness at the time.
Succubus' mission was the first time he really saw the man's appearance. Where Binghe had a more aggressive, more lethal beauty, Liu Qingge's is a softer one, and can be considered a true beauty. His dark hair, soft face, sharp eyes, the beauty mark below his eye, a deceptively frail figure with compact muscles. Shen Qingqiu understands why plane killed the man, in appearance, he is on the same level as the protagonist, his martial skills surpass Binghe's, the only reason he missed all these years was the protagonist's superior heritage.
At first, Shen Qingqiu thought he was a brainless brute who only knew how to use his sword, but as time went on, he saw that Liu Qingge was much more than his skills, but nothing prepared him for the day when the man returned his fan.
"I am sorry for the trouble I have caused Liu shidi during these 5 years"
"If you are sorry, then next time, trust me to help you and not that mouse and some plant seeds"
Shen Qingqiu was so shocked that he couldn't say anything, before Liu Qingge mounted his sword and walked away. He didn't tell anyone at that time that he had Shang Qinghua help his and used the Sun and Moon dew flower seeds, the only one who had the slightest idea what was going on was Binghe, and from their relationship, Shen Qingqiu was sure that he didn't tell Liu Qingge anything. Once again, he had to revise his assessment of the man
"Binghe what do you think of your Liu shishu?" After asking, Shen Qingqiu feels Binghe stiffen beside him.
"Why are you asking Shizun?" Of course Shen Qingqiu knows that the history of the two is not the best, they spent 5 years fighting, but Qingqiu urgently needs a second opinion, so he tells the brief conversation he had with Liu shidi to Binghe. "That doesn't make sense, if he knew I was still alive, why did Liu shidi fight with you for 5 years, why didn't he tell the sect?"
"This disciple can only imagine that it is due to Liu shishu's loyalty with Shizun. But if I may be bold, this disciple recommends Shizun ask Liu shishu directly, peak lord Bai Zhan is quite a complex person" Luo Binghe spoke with a low and fearful voice
To say that Shen Qingqiu was surprised by this would be an understatement, frankly, Shen Qingqiu was already prepared to defend his hot friend from his disciple's insults, but hearing this from his husband was so surprising that he had to hide behind his fan.
"This master wonders why his disciple finds his Liu shishu complex" To make Shen Qingqiu even more perplexed, Luo Binghe blushed.
"This disciple has spent a long time fighting Liu shishu, so he had the opportunity to see his up close, I realized that Liu shishu is quite a loyal, determined and stubborn person, he is also a great warrior deserving the title of god of war and also quite attractive" Shen Qingqiu wonders if he is dreaming, for his disciple to praise Liu shidi so much, not that he disagrees with anything, quite the opposite.
" This lord also has to confess that Liu shishu saved his several times from an QI deviation, while his husband slept for 5 years" Distractedly, Shen Qingqiu wonders if it is possible to die from the surprises he is receiving, his world once again turning upside down. " Liu shishu saved this disciple with dual cultivation"
WHAT THE FUCK?!?
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Luo Binghe was happy, he found that his Shizun did not hate his demon heritage and actually reciprocated Binghe's feelings. When they got married, it was the happiest day of his life, his Shizun in red looked so beautiful, Binghe loved him so much. He loves every little thing about his Shizun, like kissing him, hugging him, entering his and feeling his inside. He loves to watch the expressions that Shizun makes, his eyes crinkled with a smile hidden behind his fan. Luo Binghe also likes to sit cuddled with his Shizun and have a peaceful morning coffee, as they are doing now.
Luo Binghe sees his Shizun lost in thought, and before he can ask, Shizun speaks up, asks what he thinks of Liu Qingge.
If Shizun had asked 1 year ago, the answer would be easy, Luo Binghe hated him. But after Liu Qingge helped him with the QI deviation, saying those things to him, saying that he was still a Cang Qiong mountain disciple, that his Shizun trusted him, that it was for his not to give up on resurrecting him. Binghe was confused. That day he didn't understand the man, if he said to save Shizun, why was he still fighting with Binghe?
Luo Binghe knew that the god of war was honorable, that it couldn't be a trick, but he couldn't help but be suspicious, going over every phrase and interaction in his head, searching for a double meaning. He was only more confused when Liu Qingge always looked at his meridians and transferred QI to his before fights.
They did dual cultivation two more times, when the energies within Luo Binghe became too violent to be calmed with just the circulation of QI. Binghe kept expecting an attack, a comment, about how weak he was, about how a demon like him didn't deserve to live. But none of that came, on the contrary, Liu Qingge never complained, never said anything.
The second time, Luo Binghe tried to be a bit cruel, pinning down the peak lord Bai Zhan, saying dirty things that he knew would embarrass the man. But in the end, Liu Qingge only accepted and said more things to encourage him to resurrect Shizun. Which only made Luo Binghe more confused, so he started watching the man. It was impossible to deny that he was handsome, if Binghe was in a good mood, he would say he was as handsome as Shizun.
Luo Binghe saw Liu Qingge's determination, the love they shared for Shen Qingqiu, he saw the way he took care of Luo Binghe himself. Little things like stopping a blow from the sword certainly hurt. He would always answer Luo Binghe's questions about Shizun, ensuring that Shen Qingqiu cared about his disciple. Sometimes Liu Qingge would even correct Luo Binghe's form with his sword.
Over time, Luo Binghe realized that Liu Qingge held a special place in his heart, as did Shen Qingqiu.
The first thing he feels after hearing Shen Qingqiu's story is anger, betrayal, why didn't Liu Qingge tell him? But these emotions pass quickly, and he remembers Xin mo's influence in his mind, and doesn't know what he would have done with this information at the time. And for the first time, he believes Liu Qingge's words from the bottom of his heart, "It was not your fault that Shen Qingqiu died." A weight that Luo Binghe did not know has been lifted from his shoulders.
A desire to know more of the God of War appears, to have a real smile directed only at Binghe, to see what expressions the man can make, what he does when he is alone, he wants to look into Liu Qingge's eyes while he is inside the man, eyes that have always remained closed during intimate moments, they have also never kissed, what would his Liu shishu taste like. Binghe wonders if he is betraying his Shizun by having these thoughts, but he sees how his husband blushes, his eyes widened when he tells him about Liu Qingge.
To confirm, Luo Binghe describes, details how Liu Qingge looked under him, the sounds he made, and he sees his husband reacting.
"This disciple would like to see his Shizun kiss shishu" Luo Binghe watch as Shen Qingqiu gasps, as his eyes darken "Does Shizun also desire shishu?"
Luo Binghe hears a faint "also?" behind the fan
He remembers the smiles exchanged between his Shizun and shishu, the trust and easy interaction between the two, how Liu shishu always managed to steal Shizun's attention, the exchanged glances, peeks while the other was inattentive
"This disciple wishes to woo Liu shishu with Shizun" After saying these words, Luo Binghe realizes how true they are.
Luo Binghe loves Shen Qingqiu, wants to spend his life by his side, but he still has a painful hole in his heart, and after Shizun agreed to court Liu Qingge together, that pain has lessened a little.
Luo Binghe and Shen Qingqiu decided that before making any moves, Binghe must improve his relationship with Liu shishu. The next day, with a determined look, they set off for the Cang Qiong Mountain sect.
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The last thing Liu Qingge wanted to do was to stay behind in the middle of a battle, away from Shen Qingqiu and Luo Binghe. But first and foremost he was the Lord of Bai Zhan Peak, so he had to protect his disciples.
When the two returned, Liu Qingge realized that they worked things out between themselves, and they confessed their feelings. He observed happiness dancing in their eyes, love.
Liu Qingge returned to the sect and helped organize it again, took care of his wounded disciples, and organized the training for the coming months.
People talk about how Liu Qingge only knows how to beat his disciples, but anyone at the Bai Zhan peak can see how the god of war takes care of his own. His disciples have learned to see his Shizun's care for them, how he always gives constructive criticism, guides them in the sword arts and the cruelty of the world. Bai Zhan Peak is a family that cares for each other.
After a few days, when the sect returns to normalcy, Liu Qingge goes to Yue QingYuan.
"Zhangmen-Shixiong I want to ask to leave from my duties as peak lord" The sect leader's eyes show surprise, but are soon replaced by his gentle smile.
"May I know the reason for Liu shidi's request?" The truth is Liu Qingge knows he won't be able to bear to look at Shen Qingqiu and Luo Binghe, the two are together now, it was so painful to look at the affection they share and not be a part of it.
"I would like to travel to improve my skills. '' An expression of doubt appears on Yue QingYuan's face, but Liu Qingge remains adamant. Finally, the sect leader approves the request.
"How long were you planning to stay away?"
" Three years, if I take longer, I will stop by the sect to let you know"
"Take care Liu shidi, if you need help, count on the sect"
Liu Qingge doesn't know which is worse, seeing those loving glances and knowing that it will never be directed at him, knowing that Luo Binghe still hates him or that he will never have Shen Qingqiu's trust. This is why Liu Qingge leaves, certain that no matter how many years go by, he will still love those men.
But Liu Qingge needs some time to himself, to get used to the idea, to be able to control his reactions. He needs some time away from all those battles, he needs a break from being the God of War. So the first place Liu Qingge stops is a clothing store, he chooses purple and night blue robes, buys a veil like his sister's, braids his hair, pinning up only part of it. Liu Qingge puts away his beloved sword, and takes out his spirit flute.
At night, lying in a field, looking at the stars, Liu Qingge allows himself a smile. For he knows that under the same stars, Luo Binghe and Shen Qingqiu are safe and happy.