Tavern of the Spear: Desire for Pleasure

Cheng Yu returned looking disheveled, his clothes tattered and covered in dust and grime. He walked silently to the white dragon beastman and slumped down. The white dragon beastman glanced at him, a mocking smile playing on his lips. "What's wrong? Did your adventure not go well?"

Cheng Yu gave an awkward laugh but didn't answer. He had indeed been rebuffed. This "Forgotten Land" was far more complex and dangerous than he had imagined. He hadn't gone far before losing his way and was nearly attacked by a gigantic monster. Fortunately, he possessed immortality, which allowed him to escape unscathed.

"You still haven't told me how you got here." Cheng Yu changed the subject, wanting to learn about the White Dragon Beastman's past, hoping to find some clues.

The white dragon orc paused, a hint of confusion flashing in his eyes. "I can't remember either," he muttered to himself, "I only remember it was for a wolf orc... and then it turned out like this."

Upon hearing the words "wolf beastman," Cheng Yu coughed involuntarily, a strange sense of embarrassment welling up inside him. He suddenly felt that this white dragon beastman seemed to have a hidden story. He wanted to press him further, but seeing the other's pained expression, he couldn't bring himself to ask.

"Here... I seem unable to use my abilities." Cheng Yu tried to mobilize the power within his body, but found no response. This made him feel uneasy. If he couldn't use his abilities in this place, his chances of survival would be greatly reduced.

"Oh? What abilities do you have?" the white dragon beastman asked curiously.

"This..." Cheng Yu hesitated, unsure whether he should tell the other person his secret. "I..."

"Never mind, it's fine if you don't want to say anything." The white dragon beastman interrupted him, seemingly unconcerned. "Here, any ability is useless."

Cheng Yu fell silent. He knew the white dragon beastman was telling the truth. This place was filled with a strange power that seemed capable of suppressing all supernatural abilities. All he could do now was find a way to survive in this place.

"Um...do you have a shelter?" Cheng Yu asked, mustering his courage. His face flushed red, and he felt like a homeless beggar. "Could I...squeeze in with you?"

The white dragon beastman couldn't help but laugh when he saw Cheng Yu's flushed face. "Why are you, a wolf beastman, so shy?" He shook his head. "Come with me."

The white dragon beastman led Cheng Yu to a secluded cave. The cave was very simple, containing only a stone bed and some basic necessities. The white dragon beastman pointed to an open space next to the stone bed, "You can sleep there."

Cheng Yu nodded and said gratefully, "Thank you."

"No need to thank me," the white dragon beastman said indifferently. "In this godforsaken place, it's good enough to just survive."

Cheng Yu lay on the cold ground, staring at the dark cave ceiling, his heart filled with confusion and unease. He didn't know when he would be able to leave this place, nor what secrets it held. He closed his eyes, forcing himself not to think about these questions, hoping to get some rest.

Suddenly, a deep roar came from afar, causing the cave to tremble slightly. Cheng Yu abruptly opened his eyes and looked nervously at the white dragon beastman.

"Don't worry, it's just those monsters hunting," the white dragon orc said calmly, as if he were used to that voice. "Here, nighttime is the most dangerous time."

Cheng Yu nodded, not delving into the suspicious points in the white dragon beastman's words. After all, in this strange place, common sense seemed to have lost its meaning. He was more concerned with how to survive in this perilous environment. He looked around; the cave, though rudimentary, at least offered a relatively safe place to stay. "Those monsters, will they attack here at night?" he asked, a hint of worry in his voice.

"Don't worry, this place is well hidden, they generally won't find it," the white dragon beastman said calmly. "Besides, even if they do find it, they won't be able to easily break through my defenses." He patted his muscular chest, a confident smile on his face.

Cheng Yu looked at the white dragon beastman, a sense of curiosity rising in his heart. In this place where abilities couldn't be used, how exactly did the white dragon beastman resist those demons? "Your body is very strong," he said tentatively. "In this place, it seems very few people can maintain such a physique."

“I don’t know why either.” The white dragon beastman shook his head. “Ever since I regained consciousness here, my body has been exceptionally strong, and those monsters can’t hurt me at all.” He paused and continued, “As for time, I can feel the flow of time in this land. Although it’s different from the outside world, I can still roughly distinguish between day and night.”

Listening to the white dragon orc's words, Cheng Yu's doubts deepened. This "Forgotten Land" seemed to hide many unknown secrets, and the white dragon orc might be the key to unlocking them. He decided to put aside his doubts for now and settle down here. "Um... can I ask you a question?" Cheng Yu hesitated for a moment before asking, "Are you... really not bothered by me squeezing in with you? After all, we've only just met..."

The white dragon beastman paused for a moment, then burst into laughter. "Why are you being so coy, you wolf beastman? Don't worry, I wouldn't have any designs on you." He patted Cheng Yu on the shoulder. "Since you're here, don't think about anything else. Survival is the most important thing."

Cheng Yu's cheeks flushed at the white dragon beastman's words. He lowered his head, trying to hide his embarrassment. "I was just... worried that I might bother you," he said softly.

“Don’t worry, I’m used to being alone and don’t mind having another person.” After saying that, the white dragon beastman lay down on the stone bed and closed his eyes. “Make yourself at home, get some rest, we’ll continue exploring tomorrow.”

Cheng Yu watched the white dragon beastman close his eyes, a strange emotion welling up inside him. He didn't know how to describe it—was it gratitude, dependence, or something else? He shook his head, banishing these thoughts from his mind, walked to the stone bed, and lay down on the ground. He tried to relax, but the image of the white dragon beastman's strong body and the "wolf beastman" he had mentioned kept flashing through his mind.

"Um...you said before that you became like this because of a werewolf beastman..." Cheng Yu couldn't help but ask, "Can you tell me what kind of story that was?"

The white dragon beastman was silent for a moment, then slowly said, "That's a story from a long time ago, so long that I've almost forgotten it. Back then, I wasn't like this now. I once had everything..." He paused, seemingly lost in memories, "I once fell in love with a wolf beastman. For him, I betrayed my people, gave up my status, and even..." His voice became low and painful, as if he were reopening a deep wound.

Cheng Yu listened quietly, sensing the sorrow and regret in the white dragon beastman's words. He suddenly realized that this seemingly rugged white dragon beastman harbored a painful, untold past. "That wolf beastman...where is he now?" Cheng Yu asked cautiously.

“I don’t know.” The white dragon orc shook his head. “I only know that he turned me into what I am now, and trapped me in this ‘Forgotten Land’ forever.” His tone was full of despair and helplessness.

Cheng Yu fell silent, unsure how to comfort the white dragon beastman. He suddenly thought of his own partner, the red dragon beastman Hakan. Hakan was extremely possessive; if he knew he was sleeping with a strange white dragon beastman, he would likely be furious. A chill ran down his spine, and he silently prayed that Hakan would never find out.

Cheng Yu discreetly observed the white dragon orc. Even though the man was slender and not as robust as Hakan, his refined features possessed a unique charm. A wicked thought flashed through Cheng Yu's mind, but he quickly shook his head, dispelling the idea. At least not now.

A surge of heat rose within Cheng Yu, making him feel unbearably hot. He stole a glance at the white dragon beastman, who seemed oblivious to his unease. He gritted his teeth, struggling to suppress his primal urges. After all, this was someone else's territory; he couldn't very well openly relieve himself.

The white dragon beastman seemed to sense Cheng Yu's unusual behavior. He opened his eyes, looked at Cheng Yu's flushed face, and said with a hint of mockery, "What, can't hold it in anymore? If you want to resolve it, just do it. I won't laugh at you. Just close your eyes and don't look."

Cheng Yu coughed awkwardly, not expecting the other party to notice his embarrassment. He shook his head, declining the white dragon beastman's offer. "No, I'll just have to bear with it."

The two beastmen lay in the cave, each lost in their own thoughts. The white dragon beastman seemed unfazed by Cheng Yu's arrival, but for Cheng Yu, sleeping with a strange male, especially a handsome white dragon beastman, felt somewhat awkward. However, in this perilous place, having a place to stay was already a blessing; he could only try his best to avoid thinking about such things and try to fall asleep.

As night fell, the night in the "Forgotten Lands" was even more terrifying than the day. Strange noises rose and fell, as if countless demons roamed the darkness. Cheng Yu hugged himself tightly, trying to remain calm. He stole a glance at the white dragon orc beside him; the other seemed to be fast asleep, his breathing even and steady.

Suddenly, Cheng Yu felt a warm breath on his neck. He opened his eyes abruptly and found that the white dragon beastman had rolled over and was pressed tightly against him. His body stiffened, and he dared not move. The white dragon beastman seemed unaware of his tension. He buried his head in the crook of Cheng Yu's neck, took a deep breath, and let out a satisfied sigh.

"Your scent... smells wonderful," the white dragon beastman mumbled, his voice low and hoarse, as if carrying a hint of allure.

Cheng Yu's body trembled, and he felt a jolt of electricity shoot from his tailbone to the top of his head. He tried to push the white dragon beastman away, but the beastman held him tightly, making him unable to move.

"Don't move..." the white dragon beastman said softly, his tone pleading, "Let me hold you for a little while... just a little while..."

Cheng Yu's heart raced; he didn't know what to do. He had never been so intimate with a male other than Hakan before, and this unfamiliar feeling made him both nervous and excited. He closed his eyes, letting the white dragon beastman hold him, feeling the other's warm body temperature.

(Ten thousand words omitted here, who knows what happened, lol emoji)