Transmigration: Space-Aided Rise to Power and Prosperity-Chapter 863 - 699: See No Evil

Qu Huaiyun roughly grabbed Zhi Lian, pulling off the outer garment that was barely hanging on and threw it to the ground.

He meticulously admired the young man in front of him, as the soft, thin pink silk garment barely concealed the boy’s frail figure.

The garment was like a pink mist shrouding the boy’s body, through which two points of cornelian peeped out occasionally.

Squatting on the roof, Gu Chengyu was dumbfounded; he hadn’t expected this boy to be Qu Huaiyun’s forbidden lover.

Qu Huaiyun, with a speed that belied his fat body, stood up and forced the boy to face away from him, pressing him into the circular chair, then pulled up his own pants.

Gu Chengyu quickly turned his head, thinking to himself not to look or listen to inappropriate things.

However, earlier he had clearly seen the defiant expression on the boy’s face, and the pair of eyes filled with hatred.

He knew that this was another boy who had been abused.

This era was like this, as long as you fell to the bottom, you had to adapt to the survival of the fittest rule.

What if one was unwilling? In this era of imperial supremacy, how could the people at the bottom have any human rights?

The boy remained silent, while Qu Huaiyun was in the middle of his act. Despite usually liking the boy’s defiant and cool demeanor, he wasn’t satisfied at the moment.

He stopped his actions, pulling the boy up and stripping away the only covering on his body.

The boy immediately curled up his body, a trace of fear in his eyes.

Qu Huaiyun ignored the boy’s reaction, sat back in the circular chair, made the boy squat in front of him, and pressed the boy’s head down.

Gu Chengyu sighed, realizing there would be no gain tonight.

Without watching the nauseating scene below, he carefully replaced the tiles to their original position and then got up to leave.

The next day, just after dawn, Gu Chengyu got up to practice writing. Although he went to bed late last night, practicing calligraphy had become a habit for him.

Moreover, if he stayed in bed too long, Lu Chen would surely become suspicious.

He didn’t gather any information about the treasure map from Qu Huaiyun last night, so today he had to keep Qu Huaiyun busy during the day and prevent him from looking at the treasure map.

Because it wasn’t convenient for him to act during the day, following would be too blatant.

Exhausting Qu Huaiyun throughout the day meant he would likely visit the treasure map location at night.

"Jinyu! We can’t go on like this, today we have to find out where the treasure map is hidden. Otherwise, constantly staying at the Qu Family will raise Qu Huaiyun’s suspicions."

Lu Chen entered Gu Chengyu’s room and, seeing Gu Chengyu leisurely practicing calligraphy, immediately commented in annoyance.

"I know you’re anxious; in fact, I’m more anxious than you. I’m still waiting to report back! But what’s the use of being anxious?"

Gu Chengyu put down the brush, looked at the large characters in front of him, and tossed them into the brazier.

"I see you’re not anxious at all; otherwise, how could you still be in the mood to practice writing? I originally planned to search the Qu Mansion last night, but Qu Huaiyun was dead drunk and had already been sent back to the main room, missing a good opportunity!"

Lu Chen was quite regretful, unable to stay a day longer at the Qu Mansion. The Capital was about to send people, and there was still half of the map missing; how could he not be anxious?

Gu Chengyu laughed inwardly; he had also thought last night that Qu Huaiyun was drunk. Who knew he wasn’t drunk at all?

An hour after being sent back to the main room, he met with Liao Cheng.

Fortunately, Gu Chengyu had been cautious, thinking to try his luck with a walk around the Qu Mansion.

One had to admit, Qu Huaiyun was quite a good actor, and his drinking ability was impressive.

Gu Chengyu had personally watched Qu Huaiyun drink two pots of wine, his face flushed. Apparently, not only was Gu Chengyu good at pretending to be drunk, but Qu Huaiyun was also well-versed in the craft! 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

Too bad Gu Chengyu didn’t gather any useful information last night, feeling very regretful.

"Then will you try your luck tonight? This time, bring Ming Mo and the others; didn’t you get hurt?"

Gu Chengyu washed his hands in the copper basin, speaking righteously.

Lu Chen hesitated, observing Gu Chengyu’s expression, yet couldn’t discern anything.

"Ming Mo and the others are not skilled; they would hinder me. Moreover, I can act more conveniently alone, and bringing along Ming Mo would be too conspicuous. Besides, don’t you need someone by your side for protection? They can’t leave."

Lu Chen wouldn’t allow Ming Mo and the others to cause trouble; he intended to act tonight.

Gu Chengyu smiled, "Since you’re injured, let Ming Mo go with you! Otherwise, I won’t be at ease; if you worsen your injuries, how could I explain to the Emperor and Marquis Zhan’s Mansion?"

Gu Chengyu’s firm attitude made Lu Chen’s heart sink. Could it be that Gu Chengyu suspected him?

If not, why insist on having Ming Mo accompany him today? It must be out of mistrust?

Gu Chengyu didn’t care about Lu Chen’s suspicions; he had his own actions tonight and needed Ming Mo to hold Lu Chen in check.

Lu Chen was contemplating; if worse came to worse, he would think of a way to shake off Ming Mo at night and act alone.

The breakfast ended with both of them lost in their own thoughts, and just as Gu Chengyu put down his chopsticks, Ming Yan came in to report.

"Sir! The Qu Clan Leader invites you to the garden to appreciate the flowers."

Gu Chengyu nodded; even if Qu Huaiyun hadn’t called for him, he would have sought him out.

Appreciating flowers was likely a pretense, with ulterior motives.

When Gu Chengyu arrived at the pavilion, Qu Huaiyun was already sitting and waiting.

"Mr. Gu! Sorry for the inadequate hospitality; I had gotten drunk first. Today I’ve specifically invited you for tea and flower appreciation, hoping it won’t disturb your rest?"

Gu Chengyu smiled, "It’s fine; I must thank the Clan Leader Qu for the hangover soup. Without it, I’d be having a headache getting up today!"

Gu Chengyu replied with a smile, his eyes fleetingly passing over Zhi Lian standing behind Qu Huaiyun.

This Qu Huaiyun is interesting; even during the day, he keeps this young man by his side.

The boy lowered his eyes obediently, appearing particularly docile. Because it was daytime, his demeanor was much more relaxed than last night.

Perhaps the daylight gave him a sense of safety, freeing him from confronting last night’s unpleasantness.

When Gu Chengyu entered the pavilion, Zhi Lian quickly glanced at him.

Although amazed by Gu Chengyu’s striking appearance, he dared not look further.

Qu Huaiyun was not one to be trifled with; any slight discontent would result in torment for him.

Gu Chengyu only shot a brief glance at Zhi Lian before shifting his gaze.

"Clan Leader Qu, the Yi Mansion may still have some inconveniences, so I’m afraid to impose on your mansion for another two days."

"Mr. Gu staying at the Qu Mansion is an honor; how can it be an imposition? However, I assume Mr. Gu is troubled by the treasure map issue. With Lord Liao here yesterday, it was not convenient for me to speak much. Today, it’s just the two of us, so let me be frank."

"Oh? Clan Leader Qu, feel free to speak," Gu Chengyu’s interest piqued, placing the tea bowl down.

"To be honest, the treasure map is indeed in our Qu Mansion," Qu Huaiyun whispered to Gu Chengyu as he leaned closer.

Looking at Gu Chengyu’s fair face and crimson lips, Qu Huaiyun couldn’t help but feel his heart flutter.