WTA Chapter 29

(M) Chapter 29 - Smooth Like Butter

Novel Title: 谁把谁当真 (Winner Takes All)

Author：水千丞 (ShuiQianCheng)

Translator: K (@kin0monogatari)

Protagonists: 黎朔 (Li Shuo -MC), 赵锦辛 (Zhao Jinxin -ML)

*Please read at knoxt.space, the original site of translation. TQ*

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In the evening, Li Shuo went home to get a change of clothes for his father. This was the first time in two days that he and Guang Shu were alone together.

Guang Shu frequently glanced at Li Shuo through the rearview mirror. At first, Li Shuo pretended not to notice. But eventually, he couldn't help but laugh. "Guang Shu, if you want to say something, just say it. Is it about Zhao Jinxin?"

Guang Shu cleared his throat. "Yes."

When Zhao Jinxin kissed him, Guang Shu saw it clearly. But things were too chaotic afterward for anyone to dwell on it.

Li Shuo smiled. "Please don't tell my parents, okay?"

"What are you talking about?" Guang Shu pouted. "If I really planned to tell them, would I need to wait for you to say it?"

"Guang Shu, you're the best." Li Shuo extended his fist.

Guang Shu smiled and bumped fists with him. He then gossiped, "When did you two get together?"

"Not long ago. We're just getting along for now."

"Oh. Actually you two are quite a match, although Mr. Zhao does seem a bit like a playboy."

Li Shuo held back his laughter, thinking that the elderly have a strong intuition.

"He was born in the Year of the Goat..." Guang Shu said seriously. "Maybe he's the destined one your mother talked about."

"You've been brainwashed by my mom too."

"Hey, some things are really accurate. Look at you two, you're well-matched in looks and family background. Mr. Zhao is so brave and handsome. Guang Shu supports you both."

Li Shuo said helplessly, "Thank you, Guang Shu." He also used to think that he and Zhao Jinxin were indeed fated. Regardless of why Zhao Jinxin appeared in his life, they were destined to meet, know each other, and even for a while, he felt they were in love. If he could view things dialectically, such a tumultuous relationship could be considered as ‘good things take time’.

As for what the future holds, the future was something he had always been reluctant to think about.

His whole family practised Buddhism. The Buddha said to let go of the past, present, and future. He realised that he should not regret the past, not compete for the present, and not doubt the future. While ordinary people naturally couldn't reach the highest state of mind, trying to achieve it was why it was called ‘practise’. So he tried to do things that wouldn't go against his conscience, reduce regret for the past, maintain a proper attitude, not care too much about immediate gains and losses, and not overthink and worry about the future. His father's sudden accident made him even more convinced that the ‘future is unattainable’. As long as he did his best in the present and made the right decisions now, that was enough.

At this moment, he felt that the best way to get along with Zhao Jinxin was as he proposed. Zhao Jinxin could come and go as he pleased. And he would have a way to advance or retreat.

When he got home, Li Shuo packed clothes and daily necessities. Seeing that it was still early, he sat alone in the garden, watching the koi fish in the pond and reflecting quietly.

The weather was gradually getting hotter. In the blink of an eye, he had been back in the United States for more than three months. Initially, when he returned, he planned to stay for at most two weeks because he was still thinking about someone. In such a short time, everything had changed — his career, life, and emotions had turned upside down. He never expected that his career, which he had worked hard for ten years and thought was very stable, would face a crisis when he was most proud.

Initially, he hated Shao Qun. If it weren't for Shao Qun's malicious framing, many things wouldn't have developed this way. But thinking calmly, the crisis in his career was because he had sown the seeds of evil himself, which external forces then nurtured into the evil fruit. In a moment of weakness, he violated professional ethics and the law by helping a friend with fraudulent loans. He was the one most responsible for this crisis. He was merely reaping what he had sown.

As things developed to this point, Li Shuo felt a sense of relief. No one can commit wrongdoing without paying the price. The cycle of cause and effect transcends time, space, and reincarnation, ultimately settling accounts cleanly. And now, he was paying the price for the most conscience-stricken act of his life.

With such fairness, what was there to complain about?

After thinking it through, he, although extremely distressed, forced himself to call Xiang Ning.

It was as if the other party was waiting for his call. He picked up after less than one ring: "Bro."

"Xiang Ge." Li Shuo took a deep breath.

"How is your father? Can you come back?"

"My father has woken up. He's resting in the hospital. The doctor said he needs a good period of rest to recover his vitality."

"Oh, it's good that he's awake. That’s very good. So you..."

"I," Li Shuo suddenly felt a lump in his throat, "I won't be going back for now."

"...Bro."

"I've decided to keep only 20% of the original shares. I'll sell the remaining shares to you and Mr. Liang at 70% of the market price. I will no longer participate in the firm's operations as an apology and compensation for the trouble I've caused you during this time."

"Li Shuo!" Xiang Ning was anxious. "What do you mean by this?! I'm not trying to force you out!"

"Xiang Ge, please listen to me calmly." Li Shuo thought it was bittersweet and unbelievable that he was ending the career he built with his own hands over the phone. "So much has happened recently. This decision isn't made in a moment of impulsiveness but after careful consideration. I've been away from home for too many years and haven't had a chance to properly care for my parents. Now that my father is in trouble and needs me the most, I don't want to go anywhere. My personal reputation has caused such a big impact on the firm. As the boss and a partner, I'm too incompetent. With this decision, I can redeem myself to you and Mr. Liang."

Xiang Ning sighed heavily. "Bro, this is definitely not our intention."

Li Shuo forced a smile. "I understand. But I think this is better. I'll definitely apologise to you in person when I return to China."

"Don't say that..." Xiang Ning's voice sounded very distressed.

"The Ennan contract, I will still sign it in the firm's name. In the future, I'll be the advisor and contact person, solely responsible for the Ennan project. This will sound better both internally and externally."

Xiang Ning heavily agreed with a "Hmm."

Li Shuo let out a heavy breath and laughed. "Xiang Ge, thank you for all your help over the years. I still need you to keep an eye on Chengxiu's matter for me, okay?"

"That's no problem... Li Shuo, if you change your mind, you can tell me anytime in the next few days. I can help you delay a bit longer..."

"Xiang Ge, no need. I initially planned to call Mr. Liang myself. But I feared he might still be angry, and communication might not go well. So I'll trouble you with it. I'll have Lawyer Yang draft the contract. Let's move forward with this."

After the call, Li Shuo felt like most of his strength had been drained from his body.

He had so quickly and easily sold off his career...

When he first returned to China, he had $2,000 in intern wages in his pocket and worked at a small firm. At that time, $2,000 was quite a lot of money. But he had no concept of money and spent it all in less than a month. He lived in a basement and ate instant noodles by the box. Fortunately, his experience teaching in Africa made him dismissive of such hardships. After working for a year, his salary tripled, and he successfully switched to a foreign company. After accumulating two years of experience, he registered his own firm and climbed higher step by step to achieve everything he had today. And he ended it all with one phone call.

It was both sad and laughable.

This way was also good. He would have enough time to spend with his parents and to quietly think about what he wanted to do in the future.

Li Shuo rubbed his sore and swollen temples and adjusted his mood. He took the clothes and daily necessities, and returned to the hospital.

As soon as he entered the ward, he saw Zhao Jinxin playing Go with his father.

Li Shuo was surprised and said, "How come you’re here?"

"To see Shushu, of course," Zhao Jinxin said, holding a black piece between his long index and middle fingers. He shook it slightly. "Shushu's chess skills are quite good."

Mr. Li laughed, "You're good too. You're good too."

Li Shuo glanced at the chessboard. The black and white pieces were engaged in an intense battle, with the white pieces narrowly gaining the upper hand.

Guang Shu said, "Mr. Li, how about I play with you? Let the young ones have a chat."

"But this game isn't finished yet," Mr. Li objected.

"Playing with me is the same," Guang Shu said, nudging Zhao Jinxin out of his seat and winking at Li Shuo and Zhao Jinxin.

Li Shuo couldn't help but feel helpless.

Zhao Jinxin smiled and said, "This hospital has an antique Italian coffee machine. They actually use it here. I brought some Golden Mandheling coffee beans from home. Come, let's go try it."

"Sure."

The two of them went to the break room where they had talked the night before. Zhao Jinxin opened a cabinet and took out a hand-cranked coffee machine. It was clearly an old piece of equipment. Even from a distance, it emitted a rustic coffee bean aroma.

Li Shuo smiled, "How did you discover this?"

"The director told me. Not many people know about it. Have a seat." Zhao Jinxin poured the coffee beans in and patiently started grinding them.

Li Shuo sat on the sofa, watching Zhao Jinxin's focused figure as he made coffee. His broad back, strong arms, and long legs became more and more captivating to him. He had met many charming men from various ages and fields. But Zhao Jinxin's extraordinary charm surpassed them all. Even his changeable personality exuded an undeniable allure.

Such a person, being so young, was inevitably a bit of a playboy. When Li Shuo was about Zhao Jinxin's age, he too had drifted from one bed to another, enjoying the reckless abandon and freshness of youth, until he met Han Feiye.

Recently, he had indeed been a bit irrational, thinking he could tame Zhao Jinxin. Looking back, he doubted if he truly liked Zhao Jinxin and realised he had been too arrogant.

Soon, the rich aroma of coffee filled the air. Zhao Jinxin asked, "Sugar?"

"One cube."

Zhao Jinxin handed him a cup of coffee. "Try it."

Li Shuo blew on it and took a sip. The taste was mellow and rich. It was bitter but not astringent. He praised, "It's great."

Leaning against the cabinet, Zhao Jinxin took a sip as well. "Yes, this coffee machine is excellent. I'll see if I can find another one like it."

Li Shuo smiled. He stared at the thick liquid in his cup and his thoughts drifted back to the firm.

"What's wrong?" Zhao Jinxin sat beside him and gently touched his face. "You don't look well today."

"Nothing," Li Shuo said, taking another sip.

"Don't you want to tell me?" Zhao Jinxin stared into his eyes. "So in this newly restarted...," he twirled his fingers, his tone mocking, "relationship, we don't share our troubles and joys?"

Li Shuo looked at him, feeling a mix of resentment and gratitude. The person responsible for forcing him to sell his firm was sitting right in front of him. Yet he was also his father's lifesaver. What could he say? He put down his coffee cup and said softly, "Some troubles are best not shared."

Zhao Jinxin looked at him for two seconds before shrugging and turning his head. "Alright."

Li Shuo rubbed his temples, hoping the coffee would keep him alert through the evening.

"But," Zhao Jinxin said, tilting his neck, "even if you don't want to share your troubles with me, I can help you forget them for a while."

"Oh, really?" Li Shuo smiled faintly. "How?"

Zhao Jinxin leaned in and kissed his lips. "By having sex."

Li Shuo smirked. "In your eyes, can many things be solved with sex?"

“Of course. Otherwise, why are both humans and animals so enthusiastic about it? And why haven't they gotten bored of mating after millions of years?" Zhao Jinxin put down his coffee cup. He then stood up from the sofa and began to back towards the door. There was a seductive smile playing on his lips. "Do you know what else the director told me besides the coffee machine?"

Li Shuo narrowed his eyes. "What?"

"He told me the name of the security guard in the hospital's monitoring room. All it took was a pack of cigarettes, and he temporarily turned off the surveillance in this break room." Zhao Jinxin backed up to the door and slowly closed it. He then locked it.

Li Shuo's breathing suddenly grew heavier.

Sex really was an excellent way to relieve stress, especially with Zhao Jinxin. He knew that he would not only forget his troubles but also everything else.

Zhao Jinxin licked his lips and laughed softly, "I treated you to such delicious coffee, how are you going to repay me?"

Li Shuo's voice unconsciously turned husky. "How would you like me to repay you?"

"I want to watch you undress yourself."

Li Shuo gently tapped his knee with his finger, then moved his hand to his buttons.

He had only taken off half of his clothes when Zhao Jinxin couldn't hold back any longer. He pounced, pressing Li Shuo onto the sofa and kissed him fiercely.

At the moment they touched, the desire that had been deliberately suppressed within them exploded. They kissed and caressed each other eagerly.

Li Shuo longed for such madness, especially at this extremely low point in his life. Zhao Jinxin's strong embrace and fiery body could provide him with the most primal, most reliable comfort.

Zhao Jinxin's kisses fell like raindrops on Li Shuo's jaw and chest. His large hands roamed over Li Shuo's smooth, supple skin, igniting fires wherever they touched. Li Shuo responded passionately.

When his underwear was pulled off and his thighs were spread apart, Li Shuo panted, "You…- did you bring...?"

"I didn't," Zhao Jinxin chuckled, "but I have a substitute. Guess what it is?"

Li Shuo looked at him with confused eyes.

Zhao Jinxin pulled a few small items from his pocket. Upon closer inspection, Li Shuo saw they were blocks of butter.

"Will this work?" Li Shuo was shocked and tried to close his legs.

Zhao Jinxin pried his legs apart as he tore open the packaging with his teeth. He pushed a small block of butter into Li Shuo's tightly closed entrance.

Li Shuo had never imagined such a ‘play’. He felt incredibly uncomfortable.

The butter melted quickly from the warmth of his inner walls. Zhao Jinxin took advantage of the slickness and inserted two fingers into his asshole. He started to stretch him open.

"So tight..." Zhao Jinxin exhaled, "Do you know how much I missed you, how I dream of fucking you?"

Li Shuo felt his body heating up. The stimulation caused his mind to race. A voice inside him said this was what he wanted right now. This was exactly what he wanted. He rasped, "Then... fuck me."

Zhao Jinxin was stunned. It was the first time Li Shuo had said something like this so directly. The words were like a powerful aphrodisiac, making his dick instantly swell with desire. He withdrew his fingers, tore open another small pack of butter, and pushed it into the slightly open asshole.

This time, he didn't wait for the butter to fully melt. He guided his already hard and throbbing dick and thrust it inside without hesitation.

"Ah…-!!" Li Shuo couldn't help but bite his lip. He couldn't believe that just from Zhao Jinxin entering him, his body had already recalled the countless orgasms they'd shared. The mere thought of it made him hard.

Zhao Jinxin gripped his thighs, pulled out slightly, and then thrust in deeply. He wanted to make sure that his dick was fully embraced by the tight walls. He couldn't hold back anymore and began to thrust powerfully.

Li Shuo lay on the sofa with one leg draped over the back while the other hooked over Zhao Jinxin's arm. His lower body was exposed at the perfect angle and position for penetration. Zhao Jinxin moved his hips forcefully, each thrust hitting deeper into the intoxicating asshole. As he watched Li Shuo's flushed cheeks, dazed eyes, and slightly parted red lips, the visual stimulation was almost enough to send his blood boiling. And this body, this body that only he had truly enjoyed and explored, awakened all his primal urges. He just wanted to possess it endlessly, to mark every inch of this man with his semen.

Li Shuo couldn't help but arch his neck. His waist was lifted to meet the relentless thrusts. He had to bite his fingers to stop himself from making shameful sounds.

Zhao Jinxin's hands suddenly slipped under Li Shuo's hips. He lifted him entirely off the ground.

Li Shuo gasped in surprise. Before he could react, his body was suspended in mid-air, clinging onto Zhao Jinxin!

The weight of his body caused Zhao Jinxin’s dick to penetrate to an incredible depth, making Li Shuo cry out in ecstasy. He felt as though he was being pierced through!

Zhao Jinxin secured his grip and began thrusting upward in a standing position, with the tight hole swallowing and releasing the engorged, veiny dick. The intense pleasure spread through every cell of their bodies, shattering all rational thought.

After thrusting for dozens of times in this position, Zhao Jinxin pressed Li Shuo's back against the wall to share the weight and continued to pound him with the deepest and heaviest thrusts.

"Ah... Jinxin... I can't... put me…- put me down..." Li Shuo felt like he was losing his mind. He couldn't endure this position any longer. The blend of pleasure and pain was driving him insane.

"No..." Zhao Jinxin kissed him roughly while his dick thrusting fiercely, making Li Shuo curl his toes in pleasure.

"Jinxin... ah ah…-!" The tip of Li Shuo's dick leaked clear fluid continuously.

"No... I'm going to fuck you... Does it feel good? Only when I fuck you does it feel this good, you know? Only me."

"Mm... ah…!" Li Shuo's ability to think was fading. He was lost in the rhythm of Zhao Jinxin's fucking.

Zhao Jinxin turned and pressed Li Shuo onto the sofa again. He flipped his body over and entered him from behind with ferocious thrusts.

Fuck him! Fuck him hard! Make his body remember, make his brain remember, make him remember!

In the confined break room, they wantonly unleashed their passion. Yet they tried desperately to stifle their moans. The forbidden thrill of it all amplified the pleasure, pulling them into a boundless abyss...

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*Author’s Note: Didn’t I look particularly beautiful today? -SQC

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*Translator’s Note: Before my proofreading, I always missed the author’s notes. Now, not all notes can be gathered by me but I’ll post whichever that I got my hands on, yeah? I changed the title to that because OMG I can’t stop thinking about that lyrics in BTS’ song! Hahahahaha! -K

*Proofread by 2024.08.04* I’m currently in the middle of the proofreading stage of my first ever translation; ‘Winner Takes All’. Lots of changes will be made especially to titles such as ‘Brother’ will be changed to ‘Ge’ and ‘Uncle’ will be changed to ‘Shushu’. I will proofread these chapters slowly when I’m free so please understand if there are any delays or discrepancies. TQ.

Proofread version of the rest of the novel will only be available on knoxt.space while Mature Chapters will be released on my Blog.

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Link to song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WMweEpGlu_U