Liu Buli was completely intentional. After observing the situation between Ao Lie and Yun Xiang and confirming that they were getting along well, he even went out of his way to visit his other disciples.
Perhaps due to the precedent set earlier, the disciples were exceptionally well-behaved and obedient when Liu Buli arrived this time.
Just like any ordinary master and disciple, Liu Buli offered guidance on the bottlenecks they encountered in their cultivation, and the disciples treated him with utmost respect.
They didn't throw tantrums or cause trouble as they had before. It was as if they truly regarded him as the best master in the world, their attitudes couldn't have been better.
Although he was well aware that these people were merely putting on an act, one shouldn't refuse a smile with a frown. Since they were willing to maintain this harmonious facade, Liu Buli was content to play along.
This continued until the afternoon. As the sun in the sky turned a fiery red, Liu Buli finally yawned, retrieved a jar of wine from the back mountain, and slowly walked back to his courtyard, sipping it as he went.
Upon entering the courtyard, he deliberately released his spiritual energy. Based on his understanding of Lu Wuming, it was a feat for the latter to remain in his room. However, his ability to sense spiritual energy and his surroundings would undoubtedly remain active.
Therefore, Lu Wuming would definitely know of Liu Buli's return.
Certain of this, Liu Buli deliberately sat down in the courtyard. He opened the lid of the wine jar, took a sip, and the rich aroma spread through his mouth. He narrowed his eyes in satisfaction.
This was indeed a fine wine.
However, as he savored the exquisite drink, his mind wasn't entirely focused on the taste. Instead, his attention was drawn to the bedroom not far away. Sensing the increasingly agitated aura emanating from behind the door, Liu Buli curled his lips, his expression gleeful, like a fox teasing a foolish dog.
Taking another gulp of the potent wine, Liu Buli mentally calculated the time. By the count of ten, the door showed no signs of opening. Liu Buli raised an eyebrow and counted to twenty.
Yet, the person behind the door seemed to have finally understood the meaning of restraint, for even when he reached a count of one hundred, there was still no indication of them breaking down the door.
Liu Buli was surprised, and a little disappointed.
Had their foolish dog grown up and learned to control itself?
While a sense of pride bloomed in his heart, an unwelcome hint of loss also surfaced. Liu Buli cursed himself for being sentimental. He was the one who had forbidden the other from coming out, so why did he feel uneasy now that they were obediently listening?
It was as if, in that fool's eyes, his allure had diminished?
The moment this thought crossed his mind, Liu Buli forcefully shook his head. It was definitely the alcohol, its effects going to his head, that was causing him to entertain such nonsensical notions.
He was being utterly ridiculous.
Muttering curses at himself, Liu Buli once again raised the wine jar and took another sip of the aged vintage. But before he could fully enjoy it, a hand reached out from behind him and snatched the jar away.
Liu Buli paused slightly, then immediately broke into a smile.
The familiar aura was right beside him. He knew this foolish disciple was always loyal only to him. How could he not be tempted when he was sitting here?
This thought amplified the joy in Liu Buli's eyes. Turning to look at Lu Wuming, he feigned sternness and said, "Wuming, have you forgotten what your master told you? Such disobedient behavior can easily make your master angry."
Lu Wuming pouted. Not only his cheeks but also his eyes turned red. He reached out, giving Liu Buli no chance to resist, and pulled him into an embrace. Then, pressing his lips to Liu Buli's ear, Lu Wuming said unhappily, "This is clearly master's fault. Master is deliberately teasing Wuming. Wuming is master's husband, it's normal to lose control."
As he spoke, he deliberately pressed closer to Liu Buli.
They were pressed so tightly together that Liu Buli could clearly feel the changes happening within Lu Wuming.
Perhaps it was the effect of the alcohol. He had intended to appear calm, to maintain the demeanor from earlier in the day, his emotions undisturbed.
But as he spoke, his cheeks couldn't help but flush. Liu Buli could only lower his head, using his actions to conceal his embarrassment. He gently pinched the corner of his robe and replied in a low voice, "I told you everything I did today was your punishment. If it wasn't like this, what kind of punishment would it be?"
"But a whole day of punishment should be enough, right?" Lu Wuming moved closer to Liu Buli again, as if afraid he wouldn't feel his state. They were pressed tightly together, and after rubbing against him a couple of times, he continued, "Master, I can understand your previous actions as master punishing a disciple. Wuming made a mistake, so this is what should happen. But if you continue, then it's like a wife inflicting domestic violence on her husband."
Hearing this, Liu Buli let out a chuckle. He said, "Where did you learn these words? Do you know you're using them incorrectly?"
"Master, don't try to trick me. I'm not using them incorrectly. You taught me all of this before. I remember it all, why has master forgotten?" Lu Wuming said, raising the wine jar he had snatched. He looked at the half-full jar of clear wine and narrowed his eyes, "Master, do you still want to drink?"
"This wine tastes good," Liu Buli replied vaguely. He added, "If you like it, I don't mind letting you have a taste."
Lu Wuming nodded.
Liu Buli thought he wanted a taste of the wine. To his surprise, Lu Wuming took a gulp from the jar, then, with the wine still in his mouth, leaned down and kissed Liu Buli's lips.
Admittedly, the wine was a little too potent.
As Liu Buli drank it down, his mind lost the ability to think. He panted, collapsing limply into Lu Wuming's arms, like a dazed rag doll, allowing himself to be carried back into the room.
The night had just begun.