Through the book: The villain’s son’s stand-in

Jungle house.

In May, the Willow Garden is already full of vitality. The rows of willow branches are dotted with green leaves and balls of soft, white velvet catkins.

A gust of lake breeze blows, and the blossoming catkins rise in the wind and sway into the distance.

Pei Mingxu stretched out his hand and took a small white catkin into his palm. After observing it carefully for a while, he stuffed the white catkin into the air from the window and turned his head to meet Gu Cheng's eyes.

He asked: "You rarely come to me to talk about personal matters. Is it because you came to me specifically today because someone is making things difficult for you again?"

Pei Mingxu narrowed his eyes, his green pupils glowing with coldness, like a white wolf under the moon that was young but beginning to take on majesty, resolute and domineering.

Although it was just an ordinary inquiry, it already conveyed an aura that belonged to a king.

However, upon hearing this, Gu Cheng paused.

Why did His Highness think that he was being bullied in the first place?

Obviously at the beginning, he should have seen the scene of him swinging the butterfly knife to show off his evil...

Gu Cheng shook his head and denied, "With His Highness's care, others dare not bully me."

"Ah."

Pei Mingxu's eyes softened slightly, but he still said: "You don't have to be afraid of them, you are mine. As long as you don't use your power to bully others, you can retaliate without worries if you are bullied."

His subordinate came from a poor family (lived in a villa in a residential area of ​​​​the Capital Star) and was weak in power (heir to the Ancient Literature School). When faced with someone trying to remove his hands and feet to feed the fish, he only dared to scratch one layer of the other person's skin (break it off). The blood was not enough to fill a bottle cap.

Even when he was under his command, he still worked for him conscientiously (taking study notes) and cared about his life (Gu Pan's jam fruit plate).

If such a talent does not help him when he is weak, will he have to wait for him to grow up and add icing on the cake without any basis of trust?

Pei Mingxu just thought for a moment and chose the outcome that was most beneficial to him.

Looking at Pei Mingxu's warm eyes, Gu Cheng was stunned for a few seconds, but he still nodded hesitantly.

Gu Cheng was very confused. What image did he have in His Highness' mind now?

Because of that scene, he successfully got close to His Highness, and in the subsequent interactions, he used his abilities to gain His Highness's recognition.

only……

His Highness's understanding of his situation seems to be somewhat biased.

However, this is not a bad thing.

So Gu Cheng mentioned his birthday party and invited him "sincerely".

His sapphire-like eyes were full of brilliance.

Pei Mingxu frowned.

Although he was only twelve years old, his parents had already begun to expose him to national affairs and cultivate his political acumen and ability to govern the country.

So every day is very full, with almost no free time...

It's not impossible to take time to attend Gu Cheng's birthday, but he won't be able to rest for a moment in the next half month.

However, just as he was thinking hard, Gu Cheng's voice suddenly came from the other side.

"Your Highness, I know that you are busy with your affairs and you definitely don't have time to attend my little birthday party, so I just wanted to..."

He lowered his head, and the sun slanted westward, falling on his soft black hair, glowing with a pale yellow light.

Gu Cheng huddled together nervously and neatly. Although the group was not small, it looked inexplicably pitiful, weak and helpless.

"Tell me, although I can't attend your birthday, whatever gifts you want or wishes you have, as long as I can buy them and make them happen, I will satisfy you."

"Really?" Gu Cheng's eyes lit up, and his whole person was filled with joy.

"Yeah." Pei Mingxu nodded nonchalantly.

Based on his understanding of Gu Cheng, his wish is definitely something he can achieve.

Gu Cheng would never make him feel embarrassed.

Pei Mingxu thought to himself that the subordinates he had trained since childhood were so considerate.

However, he also felt that it was not unreasonable to be bolder, such as asking him to provide some support to his family.

Anyway, can it reach the status of the Five Families if it continues to grow and develop?

So what does it matter whether he gives more or less?

As he thought this way, his expression became more calm and calm.

"Then, your Highness, can you say happy birthday to me?" Gu Cheng looked at him eagerly.

When Gu Cheng pretended to be pitiful, his peach blossom eyes were deliberately stretched to make them a little round, thus weakening the confusing feeling and adding a bit of innocence.

Pei Mingxu witnessed this scene and suddenly felt that his previous thoughts were too judgmental.

Not everyone is keen on family power, such as Gu Cheng, a subordinate who is very capable but has few tasks.

At first glance, he is not a vain person.

In order to relieve the embarrassment, Pei Mingxu could only cough and said dryly with a cold face: "Happy birthday..."

After saying that, Pei Mingxu quickly picked up the cup and took a quick sip of water.

"Your Highness, thank you for your blessing, and thank you for your willingness to fulfill my wish. I will definitely be your follower more carefully in the future."

His eyes were full of gratitude, as if he had received some valuable gift, and Pei Mingxu couldn't help but feel softer towards him.

Gu Cheng, a very capable and well-rounded subordinate, actually has a very simple personality in private.

And know how to repay kindness.

Well, this is a very good character.

"By the way, Your Highness, I have to take a day off from you on your birthday. It's too hard for my mother to arrange the arrangements by herself. I have to go back to help her, so I can't help you write the notes on Tuesday."

His tone was full of apology and regret.

Logically speaking, if His Highness is willing to escort him, he should devote himself to death, working day and night, to repay Your Highness's kindness for 996.

But he actually asked for leave for something as trivial as his birthday, which was a shame for Pei Mingxu's protection.

When Pei Mingxu heard this, he was inexplicably moved.

His followers are so sweet.

She has always been cautious, doing things for him conscientiously, not causing him any trouble, and she is so good at putting herself in his shoes.

It really gave him peace of mind.

"Don't worry, Mary will handle it." Pei Mingxu said.

"I can rest assured that."

Gu Cheng seemed to have been relieved of a heavy burden and thanked him a few more times before bidding him farewell.

Pei Mingxu nodded slightly and watched him go away.

It wasn't until he turned the corner and his back disappeared that a soft sigh came out of Pei Mingxu's throat.

He looked at the catkins flying freely and thought to himself: Although Gu Cheng is very capable, he will definitely be bullied in a future where talents gather because of his quiet and peaceful nature.

While they haven't grown up yet, he will give Gu Cheng some special care.

Take him out to see the world.