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    chapter Five

    Yu Tang raised his legs to step under the bed.

    Something happened suddenly, and the system was startled by him: "Host, what do you want to do?"

    "Run." Yu Tang said, "This man is sick. If he doesn't divorce me, he will imprison me."

    "...Host, the person who wants to imprison you is the protagonist of the second book."

    The system was a little worried, so it contacted the headquarters and filed a "Claim Report for Employee Mental Problems Caused by Overtime Work" for Yu Tang: "We are in the fourth book. Your name is Yu Tang. The protagonist of this book is Sui Si. The setting of Sui SiThere is no dark part in it..."

    Yu Tang didn't believe it at all: "He didn't hug me in his setting either."

    Not only should he not have hugged him, but when Sui Si saw Yu Tang in such a helpless and embarrassed manner, it was impossible for him to pay any attention to him.

    Sui Si has great talent and a wealthy family. He firmly believes that if you try your best in everything, you will get something. He will not look down on such a useless and cowardly person who can't even stand up.

    Sui Si admired Ke Ming. He liked Ke Ming's gentleness and tenacity, as well as the educated talk and behavior that Ke Ming developed on his way to school.In Sui Si's eyes, people like Ke Ming, who came from a poor background and worked hard to make progress, should be allowed to follow suit.

    He didn't know and couldn't imagine that the entire orphanage only gave out three children like Ke Ming.

    Yu Tang was adopted at the age of seven and retired at the age of thirteen. He can no longer return to the orphanage.He wandered for several years, working in hiding and doing odd jobs. It was not until he was discovered by investigators from the Alliance Police Department that he was forced to learn how to read, and he finally had his own name.

    Yu Tang doesn't know many words and can no longer be Sui Si's assistant for fear of being discovered.For three whole months, Yu Tang desperately copied the books and memorized them, tracing the words in the books over and over again, and finally learned all the commonly used words.He started late, and the calligraphy he practiced had neither sharpness nor distinctiveness. It was dull and clumsy, and not as beautiful as Sui Si's ten-year-old nephew.

    Yu Tang lives on the street, and if he can't pay the protection fee and avoid the leading gangsters in that area, he will be beaten to death.He couldn't change his previous problems. He wanted to run away when he saw people and hide when he saw light. When there were many people, his legs would become weak and he would sweat coldly.

    Sui Si's manager gave him an electric shock device. Yu Tang wore it every day and turned on the switch whenever he wanted to run. After wearing it for half a year, he finally got rid of this problem.

    Sui Si didn't know this. They were originally from two worlds.

    …

    "system."

    I don't know what kind of switch the system turned on, but Yu Tang couldn't move at all. He called it in his mind: "These are all plots from my internship. Show me these now, and I can't remember how I felt at that time."

    "It was forced to be extracted by the Supervision Department." The system replied, "In order to let you understand how important Sui Si is to Yu Tang."

    The system also wants to release Yu Tang's movement blockade, finish this book with Yu Tang, and enjoy the long-lost vacation.

    However, in order to maintain the stability of the world, the headquarters' supervision system will restrict OOC of all characters. Even the relatively loose supporting role department cannot engage in completely abnormal behavior.

    Yu Tang only has eyes for Sui Si. He likes Sui Si so much that he dreams of seeing Sui Si smile at him.

    Now Sui Si suddenly softened his attitude. Yu Tang was held by him. He couldn't move at all. It could be said that he was flattered. It was completely unexplainable for him to run away.

    "You'd better...be patient."

    The system's mechanical voice paused for a moment, with some humanized worries: "I've just been on the verge of the OOC warning line. The regulatory authorities have already issued a warning. Three times in total, they are going to call me."

    Yu Tang: "..."

    "Why did they shock you?" Yu Tang was puzzled, "Isn't this kind of thing meant to punish the host?"

    "Is this the rule of the human world?"

    The system asked: "Sui Si is your host. He was inexperienced and had to ask the security personnel to move away, which led to you being surrounded by fans. He didn't do a good job. Why did the manager punish you with electric shocks?"

    Yu Tang was puzzled by its question and could not answer immediately.

    "I haven't been shocked before, so I'm a little scared."

    System: "There was no pain shielding during the internship. The host was punished with electric shocks. Was it painful?"

    Yu Tang still remembered. He thought carefully for a long time and hugged the system in his mind: "Don't be afraid, I'm not OOC."

    The system flashed a small red light, rubbed against his shoulder, went to the discount mall, and added an anti-shock vest to the shopping cart.

    "..." Yu Tang conveniently blocked the system, turned on the pain shield, and exited the sea of consciousness.

    Sui Si's patience completely exceeded Yu Tang's expectations.

    The Supervision Department only restricts actions and does not assume a custody role.Just now Yu Tang was talking to the system in his mind. Yu Tang in Sui Si's arms could only tremble and was unable to answer no matter what he asked.

    But Sui Si just hugged him without scolding him, and stroked his back patiently little by little.

    The doctors originally wanted to inject sedatives, but seeing that Yu Tang's physical data on the machine had not deteriorated, they stopped insisting for the time being. In order not to cause any adverse stimulation to the patient, they all quietly retreated outside the ward.

    Sui Si didn't even let Nie Chi take over. He supported Yu Tang and, according to the doctor's instructions, massaged Yu Tang's muscles that were so tense that they spasmed little by little.

    "Why are you so scared?"

    Sui Si held Yu Tang's stiff and cold arm, frowned, and asked Nie Chi beside him: "Does he often do this?"

    Nie Chi crossed his arms and shook his head.

    Nie Chi came late. When he came to Sui Si's studio, Yu Tang was already the most decent assistant around Sui Si.

    Sui Si's agency has always been known for being strict and mean to its employees and artists.Nie Chi was entrusted by the Sui family to replace Sui Si's original manager. He briefly reviewed his previous work summary: "Did you know that your manager used an electric shock device on him?"

    Sui Si's heart tightened, and he frowned and asked, "What?"

    He straightened up and wanted to ask more questions, but as soon as he let go of his arms, he noticed that the body in his arms shrank slightly.

    Sui Si didn't have time to react, his arm was already behind Yu Tang's back and he patted him gently.

    This time, the body no longer just trembled, and the places he touched became strangely and tamely calm.

    "Have you recovered?"

    Sui Si lowered his head and asked softly: "Where do you feel uncomfortable?"

    He has been trying to adjust his attitude towards Yu Tang these days. Even if this is the first conversation after Yu Tang wakes up, his tone unconsciously adopts a rare gentleness.

    Yu Tang's eyes were red, he leaned in Sui Si's arms, raised his face and looked at him blankly.

    Yu Tang's eyes are also in good shape, but they are often covered by a lowered hat brim, and sometimes he wears a pair of outdated glasses.

    Now that there is no obstruction, those eyes are clearly exposed. Through the anxiety, they are still familiar with gentleness and concentration.

    Sui Si barely looked into his eyes, and when he met Yu Tang's gaze, he almost fell into a trance.

    Sui Si touched his head and asked again, in a gentler tone: "Where do you feel uncomfortable?"

    Yu Tang shook his head.

    He shook his head twice, as if he suddenly remembered something, his shoulders and back stiffened unnaturally, and he quickly said: "No."

    Yu Tang's throat felt uncomfortable. He was too nervous just now, and now it was even hoarse.He tried hard to clear it several times, but in the end he couldn't make a normal sound. He buried his head lower and slowly tightened the hem of the hospital gown with his pale fingertips.

    Sui Si didn't like others being silent when asking questions, and he didn't like them speaking vaguely and awkwardly.

    "No……"

    Yu Tang's throat hurt so much that he tried his best to speak clearly and answered softly: "It's not uncomfortable."

    Sui Si noticed Yu Tang's strangeness and took the warm water from Nie Chi without saying anything.

    He just distanced himself to avoid suspicion and never abused Yu Tang.

    Yu Tang shrank away like this, as if he had suffered some great grievance, which almost made him a little impatient.

    Knowing that Yu Tang was in a bad state, Sui Si patiently touched the rim of the cup to Yu Tang's lips: "Drink water."

    Yu Tang raised his eyes, looked at him meekly, and nodded slightly.

    Sui Si handed over the water.

    The gentleness in his voice softened, and Yu Tang's state became much more natural. He held the glass of water and drank in small sips, occasionally coughing slightly.

    When Sui Si saw that Yu Tang could sit firmly on his own, he stopped supporting him and withdrew his hand.

    Although the person on the hospital bed was pale and weak, as thin as a shadow, he was as gentle and peaceful as before. It was impossible to tell that he had just had a hysterical attack, let alone that he had done such a radical act before.

    Sui Si stood aside, watching Yu Tang holding the glass of water like a baby, lowering his head and slowly sipping it into his mouth.

    The emotional state just now was not good. Yu Tang was very nervous and refused to speak out. There were bites under his lips that he was holding back.

    A faint blood color penetrated into the water, Yu Tang's eyebrows were soft, and his eyelashes were hanging quietly, as if he didn't know the pain.

    Sui Si looked at Yu Tang and couldn't help but frown.

    Yu Tang had just woken up and couldn't drink too much water yet.But the posture of the man in front of him seemed like he would keep drinking the glass of water in one gulp if he didn't tell him to stop.

    When he showed off his affection on the show, the host also joked that Assistant Yu couldn't tell whether Teacher Sui's words were true or false, or whether they were just casual mentions. Yu Tang would do anything Sui Si mentioned.

    Even if one day the actor Sui really changes his mind and asks Yu Tang to buy a gift for his sweetheart, Yu Tang will obediently buy it and help buy an extra bouquet with a greeting card.

    "Stop drinking." Sui Si reached out and took the glass of water from Yu Tang's hand, "Lie down and rest. You're feeling better. I'll take you home to recuperate."

    Yu Tang raised his face, hesitated for a moment, and said softly: "But about the divorce..."

    "Those who are divorced should be put aside in advance."

    Sui Si said: "Brother Nie has already told me what happened before, and we will talk about it after grandpa's birthday party."

    Yu Tang hesitated and looked at Nie Chi beside him.He seemed to want to speak, but in the end he swallowed it all and nodded.

    "I can just go back to my place."

    Yu Tang sat for a while, lowered his gaze and whispered, "No need to go to your house."

    Sui Si asked: "With your current physical condition, if I don't live in my house and I come to you for something, can you guarantee that I can find you?"

    Yu Tang was startled, unconsciously pursed his lower lip, and said nothing.

    He sat on the bed, as if he was trying his best to find evidence to deny Sui Si's words, but couldn't think of any, and frowned in annoyance.

    Such a rare lively look fell directly into Sui Si's eyes. Sui Si opened the cigarette case, took out a cigarette and turned it around in his hand without lighting it. He pulled up a chair and sat down, his eyes still resting on Yu Tang.

    I had never noticed that Yu Tang had such a temper before.

    For some reason, seeing Yu Tang like this, most of the irritability and impatience that had just surged in Sui Si's chest dissipated.

    "Lie down and rest."

    Sui Si said: "Save it for me, tell me if you have anything to do, and I will promise you."

    Yu Tang nodded, moved his arms obediently, and wanted to lie down.

    Sui Si held the cigarette between his fingertips, stood up, reached out his hand to help him, and put his arm around Yu Tang's shoulders.

    Yu Tang was almost hugged by him.

    "This can be like this between friends." Sui Si noticed that he was a little stiff again, folded his arms, and whispered, "Be more sensible, and I will treat you well."

    Yu Tang leaned on his chest, remained motionless for a long time, and asked in a low voice: "Divorce..."

    Sui Si didn't understand why Yu Tang was still thinking about this at this time. He was rare and not impatient. He said patiently and slowly: "After divorce, we can still be friends, so-"

    Sui Si stopped talking and didn't say any more. He just patted Yu Tang on the back and changed the topic: "So you should be good."

    I don't know where he learned it from. Yu Tang was quiet for a while, then he touched his shoulder awkwardly and awkwardly, and rubbed it gently.

    Sui Si took Yu Tang in his arms and gently placed him back on the hospital bed.

    The sunshine today is very good, passing through the half-closed curtains, falling on Yu Tang's closed eyelids, and a small amount of light is scooped up by the thick eyelashes.

    Sui Si looked at him for a while, then stood up and went over to close the curtains.

    He wanted to ask Yu Tang if there was anything worth living that he didn't want to live.But seeing Yu Tang lying obediently in front of him, he couldn't ask questions for some reason.

    In fact, it is not necessary to ask.

    Whether Yu Tang knew it or not, this wayward behavior caused much trouble to him.Sui Si thought that at least he sincerely did not want to owe Yu Tang and wanted Yu Tang to live well.

    The author has something to say:

    System: Cengceng.

    Yu Tang: Cengceng.

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    1. Deleted User
      Jun 8, '24 at 06:07

      I don’t understand the author’s note but— pffttthahahah

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