Chapter 96 – King of Entertainment: Loving You Across the World – Can I Have a Goodnight Kiss? (03)
Bai Tang was very well-behaved, sitting quietly at the table. He ate whatever Min Gunian picked for him, without any complaints.
Two maids stood attentively on either side of the dining table, ready to follow Min Gunian’s orders at any moment.
Among them, Zhou Pan, the maid on the left, had been working at the manor for a year. It had taken her a long time and many connections to land this job—not just because of the high salary and excellent benefits, but more importantly, because it allowed her to be close to Min Gunian.
Yet, after a whole year, Min Gunian probably didn’t even remember her name. And now, this man, dressed in tattered clothes, just a minor celebrity, had somehow captured Min Gunian’s attention. Hmph, probably just another one selling his body.
A flicker of jealousy flashed in Zhou Pan’s eyes. Min Gunian is just playing with him. Let’s see how he cries when it’s over.
“Are you full?” Min Gunian asked when he noticed Bai Tang putting down his spoon. He eats so little—no wonder he’s so thin.
Bai Tang wanted to eat more, but his body simply couldn’t handle it. After years of malnutrition and barely affording food (mostly due to poverty), his stomach was weak. Eating too much would only make him uncomfortable.
“I’ve had enough,” Bai Tang reluctantly pushed his bowl and chopsticks away.
“If you’re hungry later, have a midnight snack.” Min Gunian had already made up his mind—he was going to fatten Bai Tang up.
He ruffled Bai Tang’s hair, then wrapped an arm around his waist as they headed upstairs.
Garry had already arrived and was waiting for them.
“Oh my, we just saw each other yesterday, and now you’re already thinking about me again?” Garry teased, curling his fingers in a delicate pose as he playfully tapped Min Gunian’s chest.
“Well, well—where did this little friend come from? Have you changed your type? You like them this skinny now?”
Garry was wearing a pink dress shirt with the top two buttons undone, revealing his alluring collarbones. His delicate, slightly androgynous features made him appear even more seductive.
He seemed quite close to Min Gunian.
Just as a sense of unease began to rise in Bai Tang’s heart, Min Gunian’s next action completely shattered it.
Min Gunian wiped the spot where Garry had touched him with a wet tissue, his disgust plainly visible.
“Don’t talk nonsense,” Min Gunian said bluntly, wanting to clarify things so Bai Tang wouldn’t misunderstand.
“Oh my, tossing aside your old love the moment you find a new one? Xiao Nian, you’re so heartless~” Garry pouted, trying to lean closer to Min Gunian again.
Seeing Bai Tang’s mood drop, Min Gunian narrowed his eyes and gently stroked his back. “It’s not like that. I have nothing to do with him. Believe me.”
Bai Tang blinked, then took Min Gunian’s hand. “I believe you.”
No one is stealing my man.
“If you keep this up, I’ll switch stylists,” Min Gunian said flatly, not even bothering to lift his eyelids.
“Wait, wait, wait! Geez, I was just joking! You’re not even my type.” Garry waved his hands in protest before turning to Bai Tang. “So, it’s you who needs a makeover, right?”
Bai Tang lifted his head and met Garry’s gaze.
Garry gasped. “Oh my god, your eyes are stunning.”
His long, curled eyelashes fluttered slightly, and his bright, watery eyes were filled with innocence—like a child untouched by the world, pure and guileless.
Garry pulled Bai Tang over, his smile growing wider. “Come here, little cutie. Big brother Garry is going to make sure you look gorgeous from head to toe.”
Bai Tang had never met someone like Garry before—more flamboyant than most women, even prettier than many girls he had seen, with an exquisitely refined appearance.
He followed Garry to the mirror. As Garry took out his measuring tape to get Bai Tang’s measurements, he suddenly said, “I’m into muscular men—solid, well-built, amazing to the touch. Little cutie, do you need big brother Garry to introduce you to a strong protector? Someone who could lift you with one hand, no problem.”
As he spoke, he shot a sideways glance at Min Gunian.
Bai Tang turned back to look at Min Gunian. The latter didn’t say a word, but his clenched fists betrayed him.
He was clearly waiting for Bai Tang’s response. D*mn it, I’m still two abs short of an eight-pack… Guess I’ll just have to train harder.
“No need.” Bai Tang softly refused Garry.
“Don’t be shy~” Garry measured his shoulders while sneaking a glance behind him. “He wouldn’t dare hit you.”
Following Garry’s gaze, Bai Tang looked back—only to meet Min Gunian’s eyes. The latter smiled at him gently.
“There’s no need,” Bai Tang shook his head. “He’s great. Just like this, it’s perfect.”
Though Bai Tang’s voice was quiet, Min Gunian had sharp hearing and caught every word. The breath he had been holding finally eased out. He let out a light cough to stop Garry from stirring up any more trouble.
“Alright.” Garry shrugged and tactfully shut his mouth.
It was rare to see Min Gunian nervous. Garry had been enjoying the show, but if he pushed too far and really pissed him off, it wouldn’t be worth it.
After sending Bai Tang’s measurements to his team, the next step was styling.
Garry was a top-tier stylist in the fashion world—many begged for his expertise, but few were lucky enough to receive it.
Although Bai Tang had inherited the original owner’s memories, that person had never come into contact with such an industry legend. He also didn’t follow fashion trends, so naturally, he had no idea who Garry was.
But Garry’s fashion instincts were undeniably sharp.
An hour later, his team arrived with several bags full of clothes. Every piece was a limited-edition luxury item, carefully selected to match Bai Tang’s temperament. The custom-made pieces would take more time to finish.
Garry personally took scissors to Bai Tang’s overly long hair, ruthlessly trimming away the dry, split ends. He then applied ionic treatments and other techniques to smooth and tame his locks. Of course, this was only a temporary fix—Bai Tang still needed better nutrition to restore his body’s natural health. But Garry wasn’t worried. Someone would surely take care of that for him.
With a fresh haircut, Bai Tang looked even more well-behaved. His once-overgrown bangs, which had obscured his eyes, were now neatly trimmed, revealing those captivating, clear eyes. Though his face still lacked fullness, his clean and delicate aura made him stand out—even in a crowd, he was impossible to ignore.
“Little cutie, come try this one on.” Garry held up a sky-blue tracksuit—a masterpiece by the French designer Rodney, nearly impossible to reserve.
Bai Tang didn’t understand much about fashion, but he had worn plenty of fine silk and satin before. Naturally, he took the outfit and went to change.
For most people, seeing these exclusive designer pieces would have sent them into a frenzy. Yet, Bai Tang remained unfazed. No wonder he was someone Min Gunian had taken a liking to—he had composure.
The moment Bai Tang stepped out in the new outfit, Min Gunian, who had been sitting calmly, suddenly found it hard to stay still.
The tailored fit accentuated Bai Tang’s figure perfectly. A masterpiece from the romantic capital of fashion was never just a simple design. The highlight of this ensemble was the precise cut of the pants—expertly crafted to emphasize Bai Tang’s perky curves, subtly revealing just enough to be irresistibly eye-catching.
Anyone who saw Bai Tang would find it hard to believe he was already twenty-seven. With that youthful look, he could easily pass for someone who had just come of age.
“Uhm… does it not look good?” Bai Tang tugged awkwardly at his pants, feeling self-conscious about the way they were both staring at him. Why were they looking at his butt?
“D*mn it! What are they looking at?! I’m going to dig his eyes out!” The system instantly exploded with fury. Tang Tang was his host—it was his duty to protect him from these big bad wolves.
Min Gunian quickly snapped out of his daze. Stepping forward, he blocked Garry’s view and praised, “It looks great. It suits you very well.”
“Really?” There was nothing better than receiving a compliment from the person you loved.
Bai Tang’s brows curved into a delighted smile, his entire being radiating joy.
“Of course. I never lie,” Min Gunian replied. He loved seeing the young man smile like that.
“Xiao Nian Nian, you’re blocking my view,” Garry pouted, craning his neck to peek around Min Gunian. Just as he caught sight of Bai Tang’s dazzling smile over his shoulder, his heart skipped a beat.
Oh my god. What an adorable little cutie.
He seemed to understand why Min Gunian cared so much about Bai Tang. What kind of ridiculous luck was this? Just driving around, and he managed to pick up such a treasure.
D*mn it, Min Gunian got ahead of him.
Bai Tang and Min Gunian interacted so intimately that no one else could get between them. Garry only felt like his mouth was stuffed with cold dog food.
Tch, who wants to eat dog food?!
“Little cutie, don’t forget about me! This is all thanks to my efforts, you know!” Garry suddenly jumped in, trying to assert his presence.
“Thank you~”
Bai Tang’s voice wasn’t as soft as in the previous worlds, but it was still pleasant to hear—he had the air of a refined and gentle young master.
However, only Min Gunian knew that Bai Tang was actually very easy to bully. His personality was too soft and sweet. Min Gunian absolutely couldn’t let others take advantage of him.
Now that Garry had completed his mission, Min Gunian mercilessly kicked him out of the manor to stop him from constantly seeking attention in front of Bai Tang.
“You sc*mbag! Using me and then tossing me aside—so heartless!” Garry struck a pitiful pose, clinging to a pillar as if he’d just been abandoned by a heartless man.
Min Gunian, out of patience, simply tossed out a “Suit yourself” and took Bai Tang back to their room.
Bai Tang was being led away by Min Gunian but kept looking back. Seeing that no one was paying attention to Garry anymore, he finally let go of the pillar and stood there ‘pitifully alone.’
Even though Bai Tang knew Garry was just pretending, he still found him quite pitiful, so he waved at him.
“Goodbye, Big brother Garry.”
Satisfied, Garry cupped his face in his hands, basking in delight after hearing Bai Tang bid him farewell.
Just as Min Gunian turned the corner, Garry let out a triumphant “Hmph,” patted off imaginary dust from his clothes, greeted Fu Bo, and strode away in high spirits.
He had made up his mind—once the clothes were finished in a few days, he would personally deliver them to his little cutie.
At exactly 11 PM, the clock chimed. Min Gunian carried a cup of warm milk and watched as Bai Tang drank it before tucking him in.
“I should go now… Can I have a goodnight kiss?”
With Bai Tang’s permission, Min Gunian gently kissed his forehead.
“Goodnight, Tang Tang.”
With that, he turned to leave.
However, he couldn’t take a step forward—someone was clutching the hem of his clothes from behind.
This was the first time in this world that he had heard “Tang Tang,” and it made him think of the times they had fallen asleep in each other’s arms. Bai Tang pressed his lips together and cautiously asked, “Can I sleep with you? The room is so big… I’m scared~”
Min Gunian didn’t answer. Bai Tang, feeling disappointed, loosened his grip and was about to say, “It’s okay, I can sleep alone,” when the blanket was lifted. A warm body slipped in beside him, pulling his head to rest on a firm shoulder.
“Don’t be scared. Sleep.”
This was their most familiar sleeping position. Even if Min Gunian in this world had lost his past memories, these habits seemed ingrained in his soul—waiting for Bai Tang to unlock them.
Bai Tang’s nose stung with emotion. He lifted his head and pressed a soft kiss to the man’s chin before burying himself back into the crook of his shoulder, whispering in an almost inaudible voice, “Goodnight.”