"I think that may be for the best. Today I was planning on putting together our meals for the week. Or at least begin to make the stock for it. Master Xiao Xingchen brought fresh fish that needs to be salted and dried for later."

Jin Guangyao kept himself busy most days, usually to the point of exhaustion but he liked feeling helpful.

He leaned up to press a soft kiss against his lips. Something about those words warmed him in a way he didn't expect. This beautiful, protective man.

Would it be okay to try and trust him? That it will end better this time?

He hoped so. He closed his eyes and pressed his forehead against the other's

"You already are Nie Mingjue."