After Transmigrating as the Northeast CEO's Pampered Little Husband - Chapter 67

The next day, Gu Jiaoyang didn’t wake up until noon. For someone who had been deprived of rain for so long, last night could not have been more pleasurable.

Due to his cultivation, his stamina was exceptionally good, and Dai Gucan, who was benefiting from their dual cultivation, also profited immensely, turning into a veritable jackhammer whose staying power would absolutely put various naturally gifted male protagonists to shame.

“Ha” Gu Jiaoyang stretched as he crawled out of the covers. He hadn’t used his spiritual energy to remove the mottled marks on his body; to both him and Dai Gucan, these marks felt like trophies, giving them both a great sense of satisfaction.

His body felt dry and clean, clearly having been attended to. The room was dark because the curtains hadn’t been opened, so as not to disturb his rest.

Gu Jiaoyang stood in front of the full-length mirror, looking at the marks on his body and whining softly. They didn’t hurt; they just looked a little alarming.

Having finally broken his fast, he was now entirely hooked, and no sooner had he finished one great harmony of life than he was already thinking about the next time.

The first few days of school were busy, but he could always find new ways to use his energy when he returned home every now and then.

After happily finishing his naughty thoughts, Gu Jiaoyang got washed up and headed downstairs.

Dai Gucan was a good cook, so when he was home, it was the nanny’s lightest week. Gu Jiaoyang saw no signs of the housekeeper in the living room or hallways, suggesting Dai Gucan had likely given them time off to enjoy their private time.

“Are you looking to find land for planting?” Dai Gucan asked while eating. Lunch was light but plentiful.

Gu Jiaoyang took a sip of rice porridge and considered it. Although he wanted to plant spiritual herbs to save money, it made more sense to have the experienced Dai Gucan help him choose the land, rather than blindly looking himself. Even if the land they found was too expensive, he could always get a loan from Dai Gucan.

“Mhm. I’m thinking of finding a mountain to grow spiritual plants. Little Red is growing so well in the back garden; I think I should try other varieties,” Gu Jiaoyang mused about the types of plants he could grow, then added, “I could also cultivate some Chinese medicinal herbs. They might be useful for your company.”

“Good. I’ll take care of it,” Dai Gucan said. Seeing Gu Jiaoyang stuffing his mouth full, his cheeks puffed out like a little hamster, melted his heart.

Dai Gucan’s efficiency was extraordinary. They had only discussed finding land at lunchtime, but by the very next day, he was able to take Gu Jiaoyang to view mountain plots.

Considering the proximity to the city, Dai Gucan had secured a rural mountain area that bordered F City, which could be reached in about 40 minutes via the national highway from his house.

The village was located at the junction of the two cities and surrounded by mountains. Dai Gucan had chosen a mountain plot for Gu Jiaoyang that was the second most accessible, after the village’s contracted orchards, but was closer to the deeper mountains, ensuring better privacy.

When Dai Gucan took Gu Jiaoyang to look at the mountain the following afternoon, Gu Jiaoyang learned that forest land in this world was state-owned and could only be leased, not privately bought. Leases were usually for 70 years and could be secured for a few hundred thousand, but if they intended to start cultivation, the cost would rise into the tens of millions.

Gu Jiaoyang calculated the price on his fingers, realising he only had a few hundred thousand on hand enough to cover most of the leasing fee, but the cultivation would require millions to start.

Having never seen that much money in this lifetime, Gu Jiaoyang silently closed the memo on his tablet, suddenly feeling that his money-making mission was going to be a long one.

He would have to take out a loan first and slowly pay it back once he started earning money.

Ah… when will I ever save enough for a dowry?

Life is tough. Yangyang sighs.

After choosing a suitable mountain, Gu Jiaoyang paid the leasing fee before Dai Gucan could, sternly stopping Dai Gucan from trying to show off his boyfriend-power.

After securing the mountain, the next steps were environmental surveying and introducing saplings. Dai Gucan had a professional team for this, given that his family’s Dai Group started by selling ginseng and other Chinese medicinal herbs before transitioning into a biochemical research, pharmaceutical, and healthcare company.

Gu Jiaoyang couldn’t refuse this help and was clearly and thoroughly taken care of by Dai Gucan’s arrangements, waiting only for the results before introducing the seedlings.

Thinking about it, he only paid the money; the rest of the work seemed to have been handed over to Dai Gucan.

Gu Jiaoyang hugged Dai Gucan and kissed him generously for ages. He had to admit, having someone pave the way for you like this was truly addictive.

“Let’s go home, mua~!”

The short weekend quickly came to an end. While the two of them were enjoying their time together, the atmosphere back at school had become somewhat strange.

Xi Chuanbai had arranged to meet Qiu Xue.

Qiu Xue didn’t actually know Xi Chuanbai, but that didn’t stop him from agreeing to talk when he heard the person was a friend of Gu Jiaoyang.

Xi Chuanbai chose the school coffee shop for their meeting. The second floor had separate booths, allowing them to speak privately without being overheard.

Xi Chuanbai lightly touched the system in his mind and began speaking to the somewhat reserved Qiu Xue sitting opposite him.

“It’s rather worrying, actually. My friend still hasn’t been in a relationship. He really wants to find someone, but he’s too shy to make the first move,” Xi Chuanbai said, taking a sip of coffee and continuing to talk to the bewildered Qiu Xue.

“I know you like him, so…”

“No… I don’t… have! No!” Qiu Xue immediately waved his hands, his face turning crimson like a ripe fruit. He started stammering, unaccustomed to such directness from a “friend” of Gu Jiaoyang.

“There’s no need to be shy. As they say, onlookers see more of the game. You’ve been spending so much time with him recently, so I imagine…” Xi Chuanbai ignored Qiu Xue’s denial and, using the system’s power, started a hypnotic suggestion, speaking in a low tone.

“N-n-no, really, you’ve misunderstood. Yangyang just helped me when school started, and he happens to be my brother’s housemate, that’s why we’re familiar.” Qiu Xue scratched his temple. He found the person opposite him strange, overly enthusiastic about playing matchmaker. Besides… while he felt comfortable around Gu Jiaoyang, he was straight! His older brother was the most likely person to fancy Gu Jiaoyang.

“No! You do like him!” Xi Chuanbai saw he was still trying to explain and directly boosted the system’s power, raising his voice slightly.

“Why are you yelling so loud? I don’t… I…” Qiu Xue was startled by Xi Chuanbai’s sudden change in attitude and instinctively tried to refute him, but he fell into a trance as soon as their eyes met.

“You like him.” Xi Chuanbai glanced at the “In Use” display on the system panel in his mind, smiled softly, finished his coffee, stood up, and patted the still-dazed Qiu Xue.

“You like him, so go find him. Go pursue him.”

“Yes… I like him… I must go and confess to him.” Qiu Xue sat in the chair, his eyes glazed over. The memories of his interactions with Gu Jiaoyang over the past few days gradually began to shift. The original, perfectly normal scenes started to seem ambiguous. The usually expressionless Gu Jiaoyang began to smile, every image showing him winking and laughing, causing Qiu Xue to smile along in his daze.

“Yes, he smiles so sweetly. I fell for him at first sight.”

Qiu Xue murmured, slowly pulling himself out of the memory. His eyes suddenly cleared, and he stood up. “I’m going to chase him! My brother will definitely help me!”

“Go on then,” Xi Chuanbai waved his hand, smiling cryptically.

“Thank you so much! I didn’t realise Yangyang had such a kind and understanding friend! I’m off!” Qiu Xue picked up the coffee in front of him and downed it in one go. His eyes were slightly red with excitement, as if he were rushing into battle. He quickly pulled back the curtain of the booth and strode away.

“System, why is your energy so weak lately?” Having seen off the brainless Qiu Xue, Xi Chuanbai ate the dessert in front of him without tasting it, asking the system in his mind.

No comment. Currently undergoing diagnostics.

The system remained aloof, refusing to reveal anything about its internal affairs. Xi Chuanbai bit his lip, suppressing the resentment inside.

Once he completed the mission to capture Dai Gucan, secured the funds, and established his own business empire, he would make sure to tie He Shengyuan’s heart to him completely!

And as for this arrogant system, he would deal with it when it was no longer useful!

Xi Chuanbai paid the bill and left the coffee shop, checking his contacts. Sure enough, He Shengyuan hadn’t sent him a single message these past few days, clearly holding a grudge.

“So what if he fell out with his family? Why is he taking it out on me!”

“Ugh, all men are trash!”

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