Zong Yuan grabbed his hair and pulled him up.
Grad blinked his big eyes. Just as he was about to regret what he had done, he saw Zong Yuan pinching his cheek, forcing him to open his mouth.
Zong Yuan looked up and down, and frowned, “Huh? Why is there nothing?”
Grad felt nervous for a moment and mumbled, “Nothing?”
He knew why the vampire couldn’t break free now—this human’s strength was extraordinary!
Zong Yuan changed from pinching his cheek to holding his chin, his fingers rubbing on Grad’s delicate skin. The tense atmosphere suddenly shifted, “Grad, do you know that thing from before?”
Grad innocently replied, “I don’t know.”
The coachman drove ahead, and a thick partition formed a closed space. Zong Yuan remained suspicious of him and decided to wash his hands using the water flask from the carriage. Out of courtesy, he first asked Grad, “Do you mind?”
Grad asked, “Wait, mind what?”
Zong Yuan cleaned his hands and asked, “Do you mind if I touch you?”
If Grad had a heartbeat, it would surely have accelerated by now. He watched as Zong Yuan took off his coat, hesitated for a few seconds, and said, “Of course… I don’t mind.”
He wondered as Zong Yuan had pinched his face earlier without asking such a question, what part of him would Zong Yuan touch now?
Zong Yuan showed no sign of embarrassment. He pinched Grad’s face again, and in response to Grad’s unclear “What are you doing?!” question, he inserted his fingers into Grad’s mouth.
He explored the location of his fangs.
“Um…”
Grad opened his mouth wide, feeling the warmth of Zong Yuan’s fingers. His saliva wet Zong Yuan’s hand. As Zong Yuan bent down to observe attentively, Grad felt like he was being ignited by his gaze. He blushed, and his fangs itched. Zong Yuan’s fingers repeatedly touched the location of his pointed teeth, making him want to bite into the reachable fresh blood.
Sensing the need to divert attention, Grad extended his tongue and began sucking on the finger in his mouth.
Zong Yuan: “…”
Grad was serious in his actions, giving an indescribable gesture an air of purity. Zong Yuan withdrew his hand, thoroughly sticky with Grad’s saliva.
Zong Yuan adjusted his posture. “Mr. Grad, it was my misunderstanding.”
Grad wasn’t sure if Zong Yuan truly no longer doubted him or if he was just pretending. At the moment, he didn’t want to leave, and he definitely didn’t want to see Zong Yuan adopting a hostile attitude.
Holding onto the hem of Zong Yuan’s clothes, Grad looked up at him. His eyes resembled a tranquil lake. “Zong, if you’re still worried, I can stay by your side for constant surveillance, but please don’t dislike me, okay?”
He was sincere and persistent, and even Zong Yuan, with his eyes that had seen so many people, couldn’t discern any insincerity.
That familiar feeling surfaced again.
Zong Yuan felt him pitiable and adorable. His once hardened heart softened again. He heard himself say, “Okay.”
Soon after, he saw Grad’s radiant smile.
If he wasn’t a vampire, if he didn’t possess the ability to mesmerize, what could explain these erratic and peculiar emotions? Was Sino just Sino, and was their resemblance only a coincidence?
There were no scheduled activities for the day. After finishing afternoon tea, Lady Argyle and the Count went to visit their friends. The two young ladies went to the piano room to practice.
Sino initially planned to stick with his cousin, but after locking eyes with Grad, he changed his mind and decided to return to his room to rest.
Zong Yuan headed to the study, and Grad kept his promise, following him from start to finish. He even brought his little rabbit along.
After being raised by Grad for some time, the rabbit became livelier, bouncing around the study happily, knowing that this vampire wouldn’t eat it. Grad also took up reading with interest. However, Zong Yuan couldn’t concentrate. His gaze occasionally swept over Grad, feeling annoyed just by his presence in the room.
Suddenly, Grad stood up from his seat.
Zong Yuan immediately looked over, deliberately pausing for a few seconds before asking, “What’s wrong?”
Grad gazed outside. The once sunny weather was now replaced by rolling dark clouds, and thunder rumbled in the distance.
Zong Yuan took out his pocket watch, and the hour hand still pointed towards five.
Outside, it looked like the dead of night, with the impending downpour.
Now, the question arose: was it still considered afternoon, or was it considered evening?
This dilemma didn’t trouble Zong Yuan for long. Soon, the butler came up to report, “Young Master, the master and madam won’t be able to return tonight.”
Zong Yuan acknowledged, “By the way, if there are any guests tonight, make sure to inform me in advance.”
The butler hesitated, “Actually, just now, the person who brought the news about the master and madam not returning tonight has already been invited in by me.”
Zong Yuan asked, “Is it a servant from Uncle’s friend’s house?”
The butler shook his head, “He appears to be a respectable guest.”
Zong Yuan glanced at Grad. This scene seemed too familiar to the one he encountered when he first arrived.
Grad remained expressionless, appearing not in the best mood.
Zong Yuan noticed his mood and said, “Let’s go, and see what the identity of this guest is.”
Grad followed closely behind him, feeling annoyed. After hesitating for a while, he decided to remind Zong Yuan, “Zong, keep your distance from him.”
Zong Yuan asked, “Why?”
As they approached the hall, Grad hadn’t figured out how to phrase his warning yet. The man sitting on the sofa had already turned his face towards them.
This was another dignified guest.
On his handsome and youthful face, silver-white hair contrasted sharply, and his blue eyes, similar to Grad’s, carried an aura of sternness and cruelty.
He bore a resemblance to Grad by about fifty percent, but the silver hair made it difficult to guess his age.
The guest courteously stepped forward, extending his hand in a gesture, “Hello, you can call me Seth.”
“Sir Seth,” Zong Yuan shook his hand, “You can call me Zong.”
After exchanging pleasantries with Zong Yuan, Selt turned his gaze towards Grad, smiling with a meaningful tone, “I finally know the reason you haven’t returned home for a long time.”
Grad gave him a warning look, signaling him not to speak recklessly.
Zong Yuan went straight to the point, “Are you related to Grad?”
“Oh, you could say that. Even though neither of us has officially acknowledged it.” Seth walked over to Grad, and standing together, their similar features emphasized the blood ties between them. “Zong, in any case, I want to thank you for taking care of Grad.”
The statement sounded like a farewell, causing Zong Yuan to unconsciously furrow his brows. “Are you planning to take him away?”
Grad hurriedly clarified, “I’m not going!”
Zong Yuan’s expression relaxed slightly.
Seth had no intention of disrupting Grad’s game, but after observing the expressions of Grad and Zong Yuan, he changed his tone with a touch of amusement. “Grad, you really should go back. Your lover is waiting for you at home.”
“Lover?” Zong Yuan caught onto the keyword. “You have a lover?”
“I don’t!” Grad retorted.
Zong Yuan felt inexplicably irritated. Noticing Seth’s amused expression, he immediately adopted a stern demeanor. “Mr. Seth is right. Since you have a lover, don’t run around. Butler, see the guest out.”
Sino, drawn by the commotion, came down and happened to hear the part about seeing the guest out. He joyfully ran to Zong Yuan’s side, wisely avoiding the displeased Grad’s gaze. Smiling warmly, he waved to Grad, “Mr. Grad, goodbye!”
Grad’s face darkened completely. His deep blue eyes stared intently at Zong Yuan. “Zong, you promised you wouldn’t let me go.”
Zong Yuan reflexively responded, “You didn’t mention you had a lover.” He didn’t even understand why he cared about this so much! Damn it!
Grad glared fiercely at Seth, crimson glints appearing in his eyes. “Seth!”
Seth stood casually on the side, nonchalantly saying, “Yes, Grad couldn’t possibly have a lover. It was just my nonsense.”
Rather than an explanation, it felt more like adding fuel to the fire.
Sino seemed to understand, exclaiming in surprise, “You abandoned your wife?”
Seth burst into laughter.
Zong Yuan walked to his side, calmly asking, “Mr. Seth, are you also a vampire?”
Seth noticed the word “also” and was genuinely surprised. He looked at Grad and asked, “Did you tell him?”
Only now did he realize that, perhaps in Grad’s eyes, this human named Zong was no longer just food.
However, Grad, being looked at by him, suddenly turned pale.
Zong Yuan spoke softly, “Indeed, a vampire.”
Seth sharply turned his head, “Are you testing me?”
Their conversation was not loud, and the butler and Sino were standing at a distance. So only the two vampires present could hear clearly.
A murderous intent flickered in Seth’s eyes.
Zong Yuan didn’t pay him any attention, just focusing on Grad. His expression revealed no joy or anger. “Grad, you lied to me.”
He had been pretending to care about Grad’s nonexistent lover from start to finish.
Sino leaned towards Zong Yuan, “Cousin, what did Mr. Grad lie to you about?”
He looked at Grad with a vigilant gaze.
Grad didn’t know what to say. “Zong…”
He watched as Zong Yuan took a few steps back, seemingly distancing himself from them. Grad couldn’t help but take a few steps forward, feeling a sourness in his heart. Then, he saw Zong Yuan press a finger to his lips, making a “shh” gesture.
Grad: “???”
Zong Yuan walked behind Seth. Seth, looking at Grad, shared the same thought. He was about to persuade Grad to join him in killing the humans present. Suddenly, he felt a cold wind, and his neck was struck.
Seth, with a dark expression, turned his head. Zong Yuan clicked his tongue twice, expressing regret, “Didn’t faint.”
As soon as he finished speaking, he kicked Seth in the abdomen.
Sino belatedly started screaming, “Ah, ah, ah!”
Zong Yuan signaled to the butler, “Bring two sturdy ropes. A few days ago, when I met Mr. Tors, he specifically told me that Mr. Seth here resembles the fugitive he mentioned. Let’s tie up Mr. Seth first. If Mr. Tors says otherwise, I’ll apologize sincerely.”
The butler, with a serious expression, replied, “Yes, Young Master. Be careful. I’ll bring the ropes and get someone to assist you.”
Zong Yuan pressed on Seth’s abdomen, firmly securing his limbs. “No need for extra hands. Just the ropes will suffice.”
“Understood!” The butler hurriedly left.
Zong Yuan had already smelled a bloody scent on Seth’s body, a thick and persistent odor that no amount of washing could remove. What a waste of the five-point resemblance between him and Grad.
Taking the ropes from the careful butler, Zong Yuan securely bound Seth. For someone who had lived for so many years, this should be the most insulting experience for Seth. He was completely subdued by a human? “Grad!”
Zong Yuan applied force, sinisterly smiling, “Why are you calling for Grad?”
Grad was dumbfounded by the unfolding events, only now realizing the situation. He remembered Zong Yuan’s earlier teasing gestures and unconsciously took a few steps back. “Zong…”
How terrifying QAQ!
Seth didn’t know what Zong Yuan had done. His blue pupils had turned a bloody color. Zong Yuan decisively flipped him over to prevent the butler and Sino from witnessing his transformation.
He said, “Butler, take Sino back to his room. Also, ask the kitchen staff to prepare dinner. I’ll lock Mr. Seth in one of the guest rooms.”
The butler nodded, “Yes,” and led the startled Young Master Sino back to his room.
Zong Yuan turned Seth over, his eyes now bloodshot, fangs protruding beyond his lips, displaying a savage expression, as if he wished to drain Zong Yuan’s blood.
They locked eyes, and Seth, in a commanding tone, said, “Release me.”
The unique vampire hypnosis.
One second, two seconds, three seconds…
Zong Yuan remained unaffected. He looked at Seth’s incredulous expression and commented, “Quite embarrassing.”
Turning to Grad, who stood at a considerable distance, Zong Yuan waved his hand, his tone and expression softening, “Grad, come here.”
Grad shivered but obediently walked over.
Seth, frustrated, exclaimed, “Grad! Untie my ropes, and let’s deal with this human together!”
Zong Yuan was squatting beside Seth, and Grad joined him. Zong Yuan pinched Grad’s jaw, saying, “Open your mouth.”
Grad obediently opened his mouth wide.
Zong Yuan smiled, “Good boy.”
Grad moved his ears, opening his mouth even wider.
Knowing what Zong Yuan wanted to see, Grad revealed his fangs. Although he had been afraid of Zong Yuan filing them down earlier, when Zong Yuan requested it, Grad willingly satisfied his every desire.
These two fangs were also sharp, but compared to Seth or the vampire during the day, Zong Yuan found Grad’s fangs incredibly cute. Feeling his own emotions, Zong Yuan asked, “Grad, do you have the ability to hypnotize?”
Grad nodded lightly.
Zong Yuan paused, “…Have you ever used it on me?”
“No,” Grad replied, “I’ve never used it on you.”
It was strange; he had never thought of using hypnosis to control Zong Yuan.
He had planned to take matters into his own hands.
Since he hadn’t used it, then this feeling…
Zong Yuan pulled Grad to his feet, casually tossing Seth into the hallway. He then led Grad back to his room. While ascending the stairs, Zong Yuan contemplated many things, all related to his actions when alone with Grad.
Perhaps 0046 was right; he had long ceased to be indifferent. In the multitude of worlds, he could only treat one person with such familiarity and patience.
Grad cautiously retracted his fangs and followed Zong Yuan into his room.
Zong Yuan locked the door and, in a gentlemanly manner, asked Grad, “Do you mind if I touch you?”
Again?
Grad licked his lips and shook his head.
Satisfied, Zong Yuan approached him and then, placing his hands on Grad’s buttocks, sighed in his heart. Indeed, the familiar sensation.
Grad’s body tensed, and he felt as if his heart was coming back to life. “What… What are you doing?”
Having found his “wife,” Zong Yuan was quite happy. He held Grad’s hand and placed it on his neck, asking, “Grad, do you see me as food?”
Grad panicked, “No, no, it’s not like that. Initially, yes, but not anymore!”
Zong Yuan guided further, “Then what is it now?”
Afraid of being misunderstood, Grad struggled to explain. He had never experienced such feelings before, but he found himself fiercely protective of Zong Yuan, even to the point of wanting to bite Sino just for looking at Zong Yuan.
Suddenly, Seth’s words echoed in his mind, “Lover?”
Zong Yuan raised an eyebrow, elongating his tone, sounding somewhat dissatisfied, “Lover?”
Grad nervously asked, “Zong, do you have a lover?”
Zong Yuan replied, “No, and I don’t plan to have one in the future.”
So, he was rejected…
A sudden wave of pain surged through Grad’s heart. The heart that had been mere decoration seemed to have its true function after all. Grad paused for a moment, then walked towards the door with an expressionless face.
Zong Yuan stopped him, “Where are you going?”
The color in Grad’s eyes began to change as he said, “I’m going to find Seth. Since you don’t need a lover, I’ll have to cooperate with him to bring you to my world.”
In this way, the only one you can rely on is me.
His eyes deepened, “Are you going to tie me up too?”
“…Playing too much,” Zong Yuan sighed helplessly, “Although I don’t need a lover, I need someone else, someone more important.”
He pulled Grad into his arms and, in a deep and gentle voice near his ear, said, “I need a wife, Grad. Will you be my wife?”
Grad had never heard Zong Yuan speak so tenderly. A wife…
Excitement surged through Grad, and his fangs emerged!
Zong Yuan’s hand was still wrapped around his waist. Feeling overly excited, Grad thought it didn’t seem quite real. So, he pulled Zong Yuan’s hand away and placed it on his own hair.
Understandingly, Zong Yuan praised, “Grad’s hair is truly soft and beautiful.”
Grad moved his hands to his chest again, and Zong Yuan squinted, “They’re lively and cute.”
Finally, Grad placed his hands on his own buttocks, licking his fangs with anticipation while looking at Zong Yuan. Zong Yuan’s eye twitched, “I really like it.”
Grad smiled with joy.
He held Zong Yuan’s hands, “Zong, I am your wife now. Will you be with me forever?” Would you be willing to become a vampire?
Zong Yuan knew what he was thinking. He didn’t dislike the long life of a vampire. On the contrary, the more worlds he traversed, the more he wanted to be with his wife forever.
So, Zong Yuan nodded.
The two completely forgot about Seth in the hall. Grad’s black curls were held in Zong Yuan’s hand. Grad seemed to understand Sino’s feelings, always wanting to stick to him.
Speaking of Sino, Grad felt even more uneasy. “Why are you so good to Sino? Did you ever like him?”
“No,” Zong Yuan denied directly, pulling the vampire who was frowning in thought, “How about we do something interesting?”
Zong Yuan asked him, “Do you like my blood?” He often heard Grad’s sound of swallowing saliva when he was around.
Grad nodded shyly.
“Why didn’t you just drink my blood directly?”
Grad became even more embarrassed. He stuttered, “I have to wait for you… for the most, most delicious time…”
Zong Yuan pondered and asked, “When is the most delicious time?”
Grad’s voice was small, “When you’re aroused…”
Oh.
Zong Yuan whispered a secret in his ear, “On the day by the lake with you, I did get aroused.”
So, since then, his emotions towards him have become complicated, and he started to reject Sino’s approach.
Grad suddenly looked up at him, and his hands naturally moved over, “So, is it now…”
It’s hard!
Grad stared at Zong Yuan’s neck, feeling his throat itching again, and a strong desire to bite.
Zong Yuan said, “This isn’t called **.” He looked serious as if conducting a chemical experiment. “If you want to drink the most delicious blood, I need your help.”
Grad swallowed faster, eagerly saying, “Okay!”
Zong Yuan smirked, “First, you have to kiss me.”
Grad, with his two large fangs, rubbed his face against Zong Yuan’s, suppressing the impulse to bite and drink blood.
Zong Yuan sighed, “Silly baby.”
Taking the initiative, he flipped over, pressing down on the cute vampire who was a bit silly.
They discussed together how to make the blood taste even more delicious.
When the butler came down, he was startled by Seth in the hall. Seth had also been heavily impacted and had already retracted his red eyes and fangs. The butler called for Danny, “Go lock him in the guest room and check if the young master is in his room.”
Danny didn’t ask much, “Okay.”
Danny took Seth upstairs, and Seth’s expression suddenly changed, “…”
He was tied down below, while Grad was having a good time with that human above?!
Unfilial descendant!
…
Grad, panting heavily, asked, “C-Can we… now?”
Zong Yuan pondered for a moment, “Wait a little longer.”
…
Danny securely locked Seth in the guest room. Later, outside Zong Yuan’s room, before he could knock, Zong Yuan’s voice rang out, “I have urgent matters now. Ask the butler to deliver the meal to Grad’s room; I’ll pick it up later.”
Danny suppressed his curiosity, “Okay.”
Grad felt so tired… yet so satisfied. All he could smell was Zong Yuan’s scent. The blood became more delicious, the aroma more enticing. Finally, after who knows how long, Zong Yuan lifted his head, bringing it close to his neck, “Drink.”
The delicious blood was right in front of him.
Grad retracted his fangs, reluctantly licked it a few times, and slyly narrowed his eyes.
Really, he couldn’t bear to see Zong Yuan get hurt.
Author’s note:
Grad (covering his teeth): So scary QAQ
Inner thoughts: (Too bad) Why didn’t he grind down Seth’s teeth…
Translator’s Corner:
Now that’s a unique way of identifying your “wife” 😂 Touching the buttocks 🤣
