A Rough Man Has A Handsome Husband (BL) - Chapter 5

Tang Xiaofu rolled his eyes. “What nonsense! If you don’t take care of the wound, it will get infected, and you’ll be the one suffering.”

His fair and calm face was right in front of Zhao Xiangbei’s eyes, the red mole between his brows as vivid as bl00d.

Zhao Xiangbei was instantly mesmerized. A blush spread over his ears. “Thank you, Xiaofu.”

Tang Xiaofu looked at the rough man in confusion. How did he become red like a cooked shrimp in just the time it took to lower his head?

Having been single for over twenty years in his past life, Tang Xiaofu didn’t think too much about it. He simply handed the bowl over.

“Drink this.”

Hah, it felt a bit like he was forcing him to take medicine.

Zhao Xiangbei, however, didn’t think much of it. He picked up the bowl and gulped it down in one go, then smacked his lips.

“It’s a little sweet.”

Feeling guilty, Tang Xiaofu quickly busied himself with cleaning up. “You have a fever, your mouth tastes bitter, so everything seems sweet.”

The simple man scratched his head and grinned. He then walked over to a cabinet, took something out, and returned to Tang Xiaofu’s side, stuffing a dusty old money pouch into his hands.

“I was lucky this time. I caught a roe deer. The wealthy Dong family in the county was hosting a banquet and bought it from me. They paid 15 taels of silver. Here, you keep it.”

Tang Xiaofu stood there, stunned, holding the money pouch, which was still warm from Zhao Xiangbei’s body heat.

From what he knew from documentaries, a farming household in ancient times spent less than 10 taels of silver in an entire year. This showed just how valuable these 15 taels were.

But Tang Xiaofu was not the original owner of this body. To him, this money felt especially hot in his hands. He quickly tried to return it.

“No, this is too much. I can’t take it.”

“What are you saying? You’re my wife. Of course, my money is for you to use. Don’t worry, I’ll work hard to earn more silver in the future. When the doctor comes later, don’t be stingy with the medicine. Your health is the most important.”

Zhao Xiangbei’s tanned face broke into a wide grin, revealing a set of bright white teeth.

Tang Xiaofu clenched the silver tightly, his thoughts a mess. To cover up his emotions, he quickly said, “Your leg is injured. Remember to come to me tonight so I can change the medicine.”

At his words, the simple man’s face turned red again for some reason. He scratched his head and nodded repeatedly.

“Mm!”

From the original owner’s memories, hunting big prey meant going deep into the mountains. It wasn’t just wild beasts and venomous snakes—getting lost alone could also be deadly.

This man had truly risked his life to earn these 15 taels of silver.

A wave of sourness rose in Tang Xiaofu’s heart. He clenched the silver pouch and mumbled, “I’m fine now. Don’t go into the deep mountains anymore. It’s too dangerous.”

“Alright.” Zhao Xiangbei grinned, staring at his delicate-faced wife.

Just then, voices came from outside the courtyard—it seemed the old couple had returned.

“Father and Mother must be back. You stay in bed and rest. Don’t get up.”

Zhao Xiangbei chuckled. Unable to resist, he reached out and pinched Tang Xiaofu’s cheek before grinning and stepping outside.

Tang Xiaofu sat there, eyes wide with shock.

His face instantly felt like it was burning. He hurriedly glared at Zhao Xiangbei’s retreating figure, his heart pounding wildly.

He scolded himself in his mind. He’s just a strong man. What does he have that you don’t? Why are you embarrassed?

This simple-minded man… didn’t seem quite the same as in his memories.

Even though he had the original owner’s memories, he was not the original owner.

Those memories felt like watching a movie—just a story, distant and unreal.

If he accidentally exposed himself, wouldn’t he be burned as a ghost possessing a body?

His life was more important. His transmigration and his space were his biggest secrets.

And secrets were safest when only one person knew them.

However, what Tang Xiaofu didn’t see was that, as Zhao Xiangbei turned around, all traces of his usual honest and simple demeanor disappeared. His expression turned dark, his eyes flashing with ruthless determination.

“Attempted murder… This won’t be settled so easily.”