Chapter 75 A Zheng, Can You Try to Like Me?

Chapter 75: Can A Zheng Try to Like Me

Luo Yunchen sternly told himself: Don't you dare move!

This is the first time A Zheng has taken the initiative to get close to him!

This is the opportunity he has longed for day and night, desperately seeking!

He absolutely cannot let himself mess this up!

A Zheng said ordinary couples aren't like him.

A Zheng doesn't like that kind of couple relationship, so he will learn to be the kind of couple A Zheng likes.

He doesn't want to experience again the dread of almost losing A Zheng.

Back when he had to break his own leg to survive, no matter how difficult and hopeless life was, he never thought of giving up.

But the moment A Zheng fell, panic and despair overwhelmed and crushed him, instantly snatching away his will to live.

If A Zheng were truly gone, he'd burn it all down and go with A Zheng.

But before that, he can't stand the thought that his memories with A Zheng are only filled with A Zheng's anger, coldness, and unhappiness with him!

He must take advantage of this chance, while there's still time, to make A Zheng forgive him and like him!

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Su Zheng opened his eyes and looked at Luo Yunchen at the same time.

Both of their eyes were misty, with reddened corners, faint traces of lingering, unsated desire.

"Ding—Male lead's darkening value has dropped. Current darkening value level: 7. Host, keep up the good work to complete the task and receive rewards!"

"Ding—Male lead's darkening value has dropped. Current darkening value level: 6. Host, keep up the good work to complete the task and receive rewards!"

"Ding—Male lead's darkening value has dropped. Current darkening value level: 5. Host, keep up the good work to complete the task and receive rewards!"

Su Zheng blinked, clearing every trace of emotion from his eyes, and said, "You..."

But Luo Yunchen spoke first: "A Zheng, can you try to like me? From now on, I'll be this good—I won't make A Zheng mad or upset. I'll do what A Zheng likes. A Zheng, try to like me, okay?"

Without him noticing, the young man had grabbed Su Zheng's sleeve, gripping it like he was afraid A Zheng would disappear, revealing nervousness and anxiety.

The young man's voice was clear and pleasant, his bright eyes full of tender affection, shimmering with nervous, hopeful pleading.

The young man looked at Su Zheng quietly and tenderly, straight into Su Zheng's soul, making Su Zheng's heart feel like it had been hit by something, with a discomfort like loss of balance.

Before Su Zheng could think of what to say, the system suddenly spoke up: "Host, I've got something to say, but I'm not sure I should."

「Come on, drop the formality! Don't even say it!」

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"Host, I think you'd better not refuse. Agree to the male lead, and be sincere about it."

Su Zheng shot back without thinking: "Why would I!"

"Host, just try saying yes. There's a benefit! For the darkening value, you can do it!"

Su Zheng wondered what the benefit could be, when a sudden idea hit him, leaving him almost doubtful.

Pursing his lips, Su Zheng looked at Luo Yunchen and said seriously, "You mean that? You won't make me angry, won't make me unhappy, and will only do what I like?"

Luo Yunchen's eyes brightened even more, his anticipation deepening. He nodded vigorously: "Yes! I'll do everything to make A Zheng happy! To make A Zheng like me!"

Su Zheng looked at him for a moment, then nodded: "Fine. But you'd better keep your word. I'll try with you."

"Ding—Male lead's darkening value has dropped. Current darkening value level: 4. Host, keep up the good work to complete the task and receive rewards!"

"Ding—Male lead's darkening value has dropped. Current darkening value level: 3. Host, keep up the good work to complete the task and receive rewards!"

"Really, A Zheng? You really agreed?!" Luo Yunchen jumped up in surprise, his movements so large he nearly knocked over the tray beside him.

After steadying the tray, Luo Yunchen excitedly wanted to hug Su Zheng, but hesitated, afraid of hurting Su Zheng's injuries. He suddenly didn't know what to do with himself, looking at Su Zheng with a mix of pure joy and helpless frustration.

Su Zheng couldn't help but smile slightly and demanded, "Shave off that stubble. It's scratchy."

"Ah! Okay, I'm on it!"

Su Zheng stopped him, pointing at the tray: "Forget it, eat first before it gets cold."

Luo Yunchen looked at the spoon he had forgotten to let go of, and said, "The spoon is broken. I'll bring you some fresh, hot food."

With that, Luo Yunchen glanced at Su Zheng, and smiling happily, left with the tray.

After Luo Yunchen left, Su Zheng's smile faded slightly. He asked the system, "Hey System, is this the benefit you were talking about? I agreed to Luo Yunchen, and the male lead's darkening value decreased."

"Yes, yes! Host is smart! After analysis, the male lead's recent wild swings in darkening value—spiking and dropping—are all tied to you, the host. So the conclusion is that the male lead's emotions are largely influenced by the host."

Su Zheng was silent, his hand unconsciously moving to his chest.

Compared to the previous desolation and barrenness, many strange emotions seemed to be surging in his chest.

Churning, tangled, stirring together.

Not super intense, but enough to feel foreign and unsettling.

Luo Yunchen brought in new food and had also tidied himself up, looking like the refined young man he was.

But his face was visibly thinner, his face a bit pale, and there were dark circles under his eyes.

Su Zheng told Luo Yunchen to eat with him first.

After the meal, Su Zheng called for Xu Mo to fetch the imperial physician.

The physician examined Su Zheng's wounds, changed the bandages, and gave a few instructions.

Once the physician was done, Su Zheng told Luo Yunchen to strip.

Luo Yunchen hesitated for a moment.

Su Zheng threatened, "Not listening to me?"

Luo Yunchen froze, pursed his lips, shook his head, then obediently took off his shirt, revealing his entire shoulders and back.

Su Zheng's breath hitched, and a barely visible anger rose in his eyes—one he didn't even notice himself.

The system was right: Luo Yunchen had wrapped himself up like a mummy.

His chest, back, and both arms were wrapped tight in bandages, with not a spot of skin showing.

And now, those bandages were completely blackish-red, stained through with blood!

The imperial physician's eyes were wide with shock. He tried to hide it, but his hands trembled as he unwrapped the bandages.

The bandages were wrapped tightly and densely. As the physician worked, Luo Yunchen showed no pain on his face, nor did he make a single sound.

But Su Zheng instinctively knew it hurt, and couldn't help cautioning the physician: "Go easy! Don't hurt him!"