Strategy To Capture That Scum Gong - Chapter 200 - Eighteen Ways to Tease Your Dog
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Chapter 200 - Eighteen Ways to Tease Your Dog

Chapter 200 - Eighteen Ways to Tease Your Dog

Translated by Eve

Edited by Serefina

Apologies for the late release. Looks like the scheduler is malfunctioning.

8. Eighteen Ways to Tease Your Dog

Xie Hes days were extremely relaxed and comfortable. He hadnt shown 444 his collection in a very long time. It was like he had really let go.

Xie He hadnt had such a peaceful life in so long. Many years ago, the main system had started sending capturing hosts to his world with increasing frequency. Near the end, it had reached a frequency of approximately one a month. Those people had been unscrupulous. They had thought of new ways to approach him every single day.

Every second of his life, he had been forced to differentiate who around him was a host. After one died, another would arrive almost immediately after. There was no break in-between.

Right now, Xie He didnt have to discern between original inhabitants and hosts. He didnt have to worry that someone he knew would suddenly become possessed. He didnt have tosuppress his anger and play love games with these strangers.

Aside from going to work, Xie He would occasionally eat out with Yu Shu or go watch a film with him. He seemed to be really intent on taking this relations.h.i.+p seriously.

444 didnt take it seriously at first. But as time pa.s.sed, he started to feel a bit stupefied. Why did he feel like his host really planned on continuing on like this? But didnt Host

dada

say that he wasnt that kind of person?

444 couldnt help but pose a question after seeing Xie He send Yu Shu home.

444Host

dada

, are you really planning on settling down? ( |||)

Xie HeIs that such a bad thing?

444Well, no.

Xie HeAn ordinary person only gets one life. One cannot speak on behalf of another. As for me, whether I win this game, or when I win this gameall of that can be easily decided.Actually, if I can live the rest of my life peacefully like this, it doesnt really matter to me whether or not I get the escape medicine. Smile.JPG

444Thats true.Sounds very reasonable.orz

Xie HeTherefore, theres no need to think so hard, Baby. This world is very easy-going. Go out and play some more if youre free. ?

444Okay!(**)

Xie He lowered his gaze, covering up the cold in his eyes. Heobviously wasnt such a generous person. He hated the idea of resigning to his fate. But there was no need to tell 444 that.

Xie He drove home. At night, the city was lit up with neon lights. People walked along the streets in every direction. The slightly chilly breeze carried a scent of osmanthus flowers.His world felt so realbut what was it in the eyes of the main system?

These vibrant lives their sorrow, joys, happiness and angerwhat value did it have? Was everything real, or merely an illusion that had been crafted for him?

When Xie He returned home, it was already very late into the night. He came out of his underground garage and was met with the sight of a tall figure standing by his door. Xie Hes steps paused, before he continued onwards, acting nonchalant.

Lu Ting saw that Xie He was coming over. Because he was nervous, his face looked particularly stern and cold.

Actually, his thoughts went like this:

Lu TingHe seems really unhappy to see me.

666Dont be afraid! Just do him!

Lu Ting

666According to the information I got from 444, Xie He has already decided to earnestly date an original inhabitant of this world! Do you plan on staying here for the rest of your life? Do you want to give him your blessings as his ex?

Lu TingNo. I dont want that.

666Exactly! So do him, do him, do him! Pull out your courage from before! The roles you transmigrated into were more impressive than how you are now!

Lu TingLets not talk about that. He would definitely not like it if I treated him like that.Those memories were like knives shaving away at his heart.

666But he had given Favourability points very happily, hasnt he? I saw it! If Im lying, let me be struck by lightning!

Lu Ting

While Lu Ting was hesitating, Xie He already reached the door. He didnt even glance at Lu Ting. It was as if Lu Ting were invisible. Xie He just pulled out his key and unlocked the door.

Lu Ting saw that the person he loved was about to disappear in front of him again.In the end, he grabbed Xie Hes wrist. His voice was full of suppressed emotions. Ihave something to say to you.

Xie He peered down at Lu Tings hand on his wrist. His gaze was frosty. Let go.

Lu Ting didnt let go. He held onto Xie Hes hand tightly, a complicated look in his eyes. A long time later, he said, I wanted to see you. I came backto see you.

Xie He stared at him, a mocking smile gradually forming on his lips. His tone was full of derision. I remember you telling me that you came back to see Xie Xi.

Lu Tings expression stiffened. That.

There was a fake smile on Xie Hes lips. You of all people should understand me.Ive disliked Xie Xi since we were young. I dont want anything hes ever touched.

Sorrow flashed through Lu Tings eyes. He obviously knew this. No one had understood Xie He when he was young better than Lu Ting had. He had been the one who had spent the most time with Xie He.

He remembered how, one time, when Xie He had been in high school.Xie Xi had stolen Xie Hes favourite model gun. Xie Hes expression hadnt changed but he had secretly set Xie Xi up, forcing the other to return it. However, Xie He hadnt wanted the model gun back. He had broken it in front of Xie Xi.

He had just found Xie Xi displeasing to his eye, thats all.

Im sorryIthere was nothing between us. I never liked him. Lu Ting looked ashamed. He knew that he had gone too far. In Xie Hes eyes back then, Lu Ting had been his most important person.It was just that, back then, Lu Ting hadnt known whether he would be able to come back after leaving.

Because he hadnt been certain that they would meet again, he hadnt wanted Xie He to be upset over him.

Is that so? Xie He looked indifferent and indolent. His tone was flat. Actually, you dont have to think too much over this. I dont care if you like him or not. Do you still remember what I told you that day?

Lu Ting pursed his lips, his face paling slightly. Of course he still rememberedXie He had said that there would no longer be anything between them.

Xie He had no intentions of continuing this conversation. He threw Lu Tings hand off and turned around, wanting to slam the door in Lu Tings face. However, Lu Tings reaction speed was fast. He pressed a hand against the door, making it so that Xie He couldnt close the door. He then circled his arms around Xie Hes body.

Xie Hes gaze turned ice-cold. What are you doing?

666Kiss him! Kiss him! According to chapter nine ofThe Love Conquest Manual, when you have nothing to say, a forced kiss will resolve the awkwardness

Lu Ting was so close to Xie Hes face. The young adult from back then had already grown into a steady man. When that handsome face smiled, he was as refined and cultured as a spring breeze. When his expression turned cold, he was like a thousand mile stretch of ice. One couldnt read any emotions from his deep, pitch-black eyes.His thin lips beneath that high nose.Lu Ting once again recalled how loving and affectionate the two of them had once been. This was the first time theyd been this close while in their original bodies. He missed the taste of Xie Hes lips so much.

Lu Ting pressed his lips down abruptly! He pressed a hand against Xie Hes shoulders. Lu Tings strength was abnormal. Xie He couldnt push him away at all.

It had been so hard for Lu Ting to control himself, to stop himself from approaching this person. But now that they touched, he didnt want to part.He missed Xie He so much. For a long time, he had just been barely able to suppress his desire that had acc.u.mulated for several hundreds of years.

Xie He felt that Lu Tings body was like a mountain. The hand pressed against his shoulder prevented him from moving. He couldnt do anything but let Lu Ting kiss him. Furthermore, Xie He had never liked to do pointless things. Therefore, he didnt bother with resisting. He let Lu Ting kiss him until the other had enough. When Lu Ting let go, Xie He didnt hesitate to slap him.

Lu Ting was dumbfounded by that slap. When he faced Xie Hes icy gaze, shame filled his eyes.Xie He seemed to be really angry.But didnt they do this last time too?

Xie He took back his hand and gave Lu Ting one more glance. p.i.s.s off. I dont want to hurt my hand by hitting you again.

Ding, the target Xie Hes Favourability Value -10. The current Favourability Value is -30.

Lu Tings face paled. He didnt dare stop Xie He again. He watched helplessly as Xie He entered the house and the door slammed closed with a thud, separating him from the other.

666

Cough cough

.

Lu TingDidnt you say that a forced kiss could resolve the awkwardness?

666Ohwell it hadnt been put into practice before. The same method will yield different results under different circ.u.mstances. I have to research a bit more. Human emotions are really complicated, ah

Lu Ting

666But this doesnt count as a failure.

Lu TingIs doesnt?

666Of course. Actually, you succeeded! Look at how much he loathes you now? Isnt your goal to make him hate you? From a certain angle, you achieved the goal youve set. Therefore, dont be discouraged and keep going! You can make him hate you some more!

Lu TingShut up.

Xie He returned home with a cold expression on his face.

444 quietly askedHost

dada

, you seem really angry.

Xie HeOf course I am. After all, what I hate the most is people who lie and go back on their words. Smile.JPG

444Then why did you tease him like that in the beginning? I thought that you didnt hate him all that much. _(:)_

Xie HeThat, ah.Some people dont understand how to grab onto opportunities. They have to learn that sometimes, once an opportunity is gone, its really gone. You have to pay a price to get it back. ?

444

Xie He slept well that night. The next day was the weekend. He slept in before making breakfast for himself, feeling carefree. Then, he left his house.

As soon as he opened his door, he discovered that Lu Ting had still been standing outside. It was obvious that the other hadnt left that night and had stood in front of his door all day.

Lu Ting was silent for a while when he saw Xie He come out. He then lowered his head and said, Im sorry.

Xie Hes expression was still cold. Sorry for what?

Lu Ting said, I shouldnt have done that yesterdayBut what I really wanted to tell you is that Ive never liked Xie Xi. Ive only ever liked you. Back then, I did that before leaving because I hadnt wanted you to be upset.

He then looked at Xie He nervously after saying all that in one breath.

That was what he felt most guilty over, what had tormented him for many years.After so much time, he was finally able to say how he felt. What would Xie He think?

The answer to that question had bothered him for several hundred years.

Xie He looked at Lu Ting and burst into sudden laughter. I already knew.

A spark of light appeared in Lu Tings eyes. His body grew rigid with apprehension. Y-you knew?

Xie He nodded. Its not hard to guess. After all, your acting hasnt improved even after all those years. Its as terrible as ever.

Lu Ting: .

Xie He laughed for a while. His expression then gradually cooled down. But regardless of why you left, it doesnt change the fact that you left me. I dont care for those that have left me. Therefore, your intentions back then change nothing.

Didnt you want me to forget you? The corner of Xie Hes lips curved. Ill do as you wish.

Ding, the target Xie Hes Favourability Value -10. The current Favourability Value is -40.

The light in Lu Tings eyes was snuffed out and his eyes dimmed. His fist clenched tightly and his voice was quiet. Im sorry.

So this was what Xie He thought. The other had always been so clear-headed.In his eyes, the reason Lu Ting left had never been important. What had been important was the fact that he had left.

If he had told Xie He his thoughts back then, would things have ended this way?

Xie He didnt look at Lu Ting again. He walked over to his car before getting in and driving away.

Lu Ting stood in place, lost-in-thought. A long time later, a bitter laugh came out of his throat. I was doing something unnecessary. He was even more clear-headed and rational than I had thought.

666 also hadnt expected that Xie He would have been able to see through Lu Ting back then. He had really underestimated Xie He.

666Its all in the past.Whats the point of thinking about it now? How about you think about how to get him back instead?

Lu TingYou think I can still get him back?

666In any case, at least youll have tried your best! Dont leave any regrets!

Jiayou

! Even if you cant get him back, at least hell loathe you. Regardless of what happens, itll be a win! 666 thought that his hosts EQ was no match for Xie He. However, rather than see Lu Ting suffer in silence on his own, he would rather see him work hard and chase after his true love. Although both of his choices suckedat least he could choose the one that sucked less, right?

President Zhao and co. organized an outing that weekend. They went to a reservoir to fish.

Xie He was also planning on going. However, he went to pick Yu Shu up before heading over.

The two of them had already confirmed their relations.h.i.+p. Xie He would always bring Yu Shu with him to whatever event he was attending. It was obvious that Xie He didnt intend to just play with Yu Shu. Therefore, Xie Hes friends also treated Yu Shu with a lot of respect, as they could also see how much Xie He cared about him. By the looks of it, President Xie really seemed to be planning to get serious.

They had really underestimated Teacher Yu. They hadnt expected that even someone as fickle as President Xie could be tamed. They really admired him!

Today, the sun was a bit intense. Xie He held up an umbrella but sweat still formed over Yu Shus fair skin. Xie He gave him a gentle look and helped him wipe off the sweat with a napkin. He also considerately handed him water.

Yu Shu looked a bit shy. He quietly said, Thank you.

Xie He turned his head slightly, his lips brus.h.i.+ng against Yu Shus ears. His laugh was elegant and magnetic. Its nothing. Im just doing what I should.

Yu Shu flushed red at once.

When Xie He saw this, a smile formed in his eyes. He wrapped his arm over Yu Shus shoulder and gave him a soft, sweet kiss. Yu Shus hand trembled and the fish he just caught slipped away.

President Zhao and the others all started clicking their tongues. They clearly werent fis.h.i.+ng but showing off their affection. President Xies was as impressive as always.

Lu Ting had also followed along secretly. However, he didnt dare approach. He stood in the distance by himself. When he saw this scene, a crack sounded as he created a hole in the tree in front of him! The splintered wood fell to the earth.

666Poor tree.

Lu TingHe didnt used to be so skilled in the love department!

666Calm down!

Lu Ting suddenly walked over with large strides. When President Zhao and the others saw Lu Ting suddenly appear, they all exchanged glances. No one had invited Lu Ting, so why was he here? Everyone knew about the grudges between Xie He and Lu Ting. That was why they had done their best to prevent the two from meeting.

Things didnt look too good today.

When Lu Ting saw Xie He kiss another person, it felt like something was stabbing his eyes. He wanted to tear them apart at once! However, just as he was about to act, he recalled the icy words Xie He had spoken to him that say. Xie He had said that he had no right to meddle in his affairsthat they should go their separate ways.

If he acted, Xie He would only hate him all the more.

Lu Ting forced down the jealousy and anger in his heart. He pressed down the impulse to beat up Yu Shu. Instead, he found a spot nearby to sit down, his gaze fixed on the two of them.

Xie He had actually already noticed Lu Ting with his peripheral vision. But he acted like he didnt care, like he didnt mind it at all. He continued to act all lovey-dovey with Yu Shu.

But then, Yu Shu also noticed Lu Ting. That fierce, stern-looking man was looking at him with a murderous gaze.Yu Shu paled in fright. He quietly asked Xie He, Isnt that your ex-boyfriend? Didnt you say that there was nothing between you two?

Xie He gave him an apologetic look. There really isnt anything between us.

Lu Ting suddenly stood up. He walked over to Yu Shu and said, There was nothing between us before, but I like Xie He and I want to pursue him again. Therefore, youre my rival.

Yu Shu: .

President Zhao and co.: . F*ck, what was happening today? What a frightening reversal. Didnt Lu Ting like Xie Xi? Wasnt he the one who threw Xie He away?

Xie Hes eyebrows furrowed. There was a look of impatience in his eyes. Are you done? I told you that theres nothing between us anymore.

Ding, the target Xie Hes Favourability Value -10. The current Favourability Value is -50.

Lu Tings expression froze when he heard the Favourability Value notification. He nearly gave up just then.

666

Jiayou

! Dont cower! Try to get to -100 Favourability points!

Lu TingLiu

zi,

these days, you should really speak less.

666

Cough cough

.

Lu Ting pressed his lips together tightly. He lowered his head, a look of guilt in his eyes. Im sorry. Youre right to be angry with me. But Ive always loved you. It was all my fault.

President Zhao and co.: . Were they looking at an illusion? This turn of events had been so sudden that they felt like they had all been flung out of the metaphorical car.

Did President Lu turn into a loyal dog over the course of one night?

But Xie He didnt want to bother with Lu Ting. He said to Yu Shu, Just ignore him.

Yu Shu felt awkward but nodded anyway.

Lu Ting watched as Xie He didnt even bother to glance at him for the rest of the day. He looked dejected. However, he didnt dare to beat anyone up. If he did, Xie He would be even displeased with him. He could only suppress his jealousy and watch as Xie He acted affectionately with someone else. The scent of vinegar had already spread out to a ten mile radius.

Lu TingI regret it. If I had known, I wouldnt have used such tricks. In any case, he wont fall in love with me anyway. I should have just told him my feelings. I think Ill go crazy if I have to keep watching this.

666Keep steady. At least you can see him, right? Its still better than being unable to see him.

Lu TingYoure right but why dont I feel comforted at all?

666Mn, at least you havent gone insane. I think that this method of treatment is still very effective.

From that day on, Lu Ting would basically stalk Xie He. Xie He, however, was focused on dating and had never bothered to even cast Lu Ting a cold glance.

Every day, Lu Ting would study The Love Conquest Manualwith 666. It said that if one wanted to move someones heart, one had to persevere andshow sincerity. It said that one must not give up halfway.Therefore, Lu Ting continued to persist.

He didnt let go of any chances to get close to Xie He. Whatever event Xie He attended, he also attended. He would send Xie He gifts and enquire about the others well-being, amongst other things.He acted like he was honestly deeply in love with Xie He. If he had a tail, it would have been wagging behind him.

Slowly, everyone realized that President Lu had truly loved Xie He. Although they didnt know why he had brought Xie Xi into the mix back then, considering how he acted now, it was obvious as to how he truly felt.It was said that, back then, when President Xie had still been young, this was how President Lu had acted.

Lu Ting persisted in coming up with different ways to chase after Xie He. However, no matter what he did, the result would always be the opposite of what he wanted. Every time, Xie Hes Favourability Value would drop. It was already at about -90.

Recently, 444 had been indulging in pleasure. He would occasionally come back and be dumbfounded by the changes. The way his host gave Favourability points was illogical, ah! Back then, when they had just returned, Lu Ting had been so cold but Xie He had happily given him Favourability points. Now that Lu Ting was pursuing Xie He, the others Favourability Value just kept dropping.

Every day, 666 would think of ways to get into contact with 444 in an attempt to gather intelligence. However, 444 was too dumb. He didnt understand his host at all. There wasnt a lot of useful information.

Very soon, Valentines Day came. Lu Ting found out that Xie He had arranged to go out to eat with Yu Shu. Based on the typical pattern of Xie Hes actions, they would definitely be sleeping together after eating.

Lu Ting couldnt stand it anymore. He broke into Yu Shus home and tied the poor teacher up, silencing him by shoving something in his mouth. When he was sure that Yu Shu wouldnt be able to leave, he followed 666s information and arrived at the hotel Xie He had chosen.

Xie He had already arrived. He had always been a romantic and sentimental person. He had chosen a very tasteful hotel. The interior was refined and clean. He was currently dressed in a form-fitting suit. Paired with his handsome, confident face, he was the picture of elegance.

When he heard the sound of footsteps, he turned his head slightly, revealing a graceful profile. When he saw that it was Lu Ting, he didnt look surprised.

Because he was nervous, Lu Tings expression looked cold and hard. He sat in front of Xie He and was silent for a few seconds before saying, He wont be coming today.

Xie He didnt look surprised or angry. He just said in a flat voice, Didnt you decide to not disturb my life? What are you doing right now? Is it fun, changing your mind all the time?

Lu Tings voice was pained. He said, I got you a gift.

As he said this, he pulled out a black, velvet box. He pushed it over to Xie He.

Xie He looked at the box and then opened it. He quietly looked at the metal pendant inside. He couldnt tell what it was made out of. It wasnt particularly s.h.i.+ny. There were two characters simply engraved onto it:

Ting & He.

Lu Ting said, This is made out of the strongest metal from the system store: Ace metal. Nothing can break it. I made two. Ive always worn one and had wanted to give the other to you. Unfortunately, I never had the chance.

Xie He caressed the pendant, his eyes dark. One couldnt see the emotions in his eyes.

Lu Ting seemed to be recalling the past. A reminiscent look appeared in his eyes and his voice became a bit strained. I know that my actions have been ridiculous. After all, I was the one who left you back then. Regardless of why I left, I cant change that fact that I did. I was also the one who had been dishonest first. Its only expected that you wont forgive me.

I justwanted to tell you that Ive always loved you.

Thats right. What had he been hesitating for before? He loved this person so much but he hadnt ever dared to tell him how he felt.He had confined himself, trapped himself and hadnt been able to come out.

But if he didnt say it now, he would never get the chance to say it again. That would probably become his biggest regret in his life.

In the hundreds of years since Lu Ting had left, he had always been toeing the line between life and death. He had escaped from death time and time again. He had never regretted having gone to Xie Hes world for a moment. He had never regretted having fallen in love with him.This person hadnt pushed him into these circ.u.mstances. What he had given Lu Ting was the courage to survive in such dangerous places. He had given him the hope he needed to persevere.

If he hadnt had this love and hope, he probably wouldnt have been able to survive to see today.

Perhaps he would have already died. Every day, many hosts died. But Lu Ting had come back alive. Because he had always believedthat this person had been waiting for him.

You are the reason I could come back alive.

Im sorry. Lu Ting stood up. He gave Xie He a final look full of yearning and love. The others Favourability Value was already at -90, would it really reach -100? Forget it. If he truly loved Xie He, he shouldnt continue to bother him like this. Lu Ting didnt want to see the other unhappy.

He had only done these things because he didnt want to keep his emotions hidden anymore. This was the honesty he owed Xie He. Although it was too late, at the very least, hedidnt want to leave any regrets.

Lu Ting chuckled. If you dont like it, throw it away. But wait until I leave to throw it away. Thats my last request.

After saying that, Lu Ting turned to leave.

This time, he would really leave. He wasnt leaving out of self-control, but because Xie He didnt need him any more.

Lu Ting had only taken a few steps when he heard a slightly cold voice come from behind. Wait.

He stopped his steps and turned around, a smile on his face. Whats wrong?

Xie He gazed at Lu Ting, an eyebrow c.o.c.ked. There was an unreadable light in his eyes. He had on an indolent expression. Nothing. I just suddenly recalled something I had forgotten to ask you. Lu Tingis that your real name?

Eve: Most tragic character in this arc: Yu Shu. Poor guy getting tangled up in this.

sere: omg Lu Ting is babyyyy at least hes trying hard :))) lmaooo but also poor Yu Shu, this innocent bystander, getting tied up in his own home oof