Ke Xue: The thief Cao is actually myself

Chapter 728 A free lunch is too good to pass up! (Seeking monthly votes!)

"What do you want?"

Yukiko Kudo stared warily at Byakuya, inwardly groaning.

Sure enough, she knew it. That guy wouldn't do good deeds for no reason; he must have ulterior motives and ulterior plans.

Now it seems everything is as she expected; that bastard really did have ulterior motives and ill intentions.

However, this seems to have put her in an awkward dilemma.

If she agreed to Bai Ye's conditions, knowing this man as she did, he would definitely make some excessive demands.

He might arrange a specific time with her to relive that blush-inducing, heart-pounding intimacy, or perhaps he might make other requests that she's too ashamed to mention, requests that make her blush just thinking about them...

The ambiguous contact between herself and Bai Ye was a mistake that should never have happened from the beginning, and she really didn't want to go further down this wrong path, making one mistake after another, and sinking deeper and deeper into the quagmire.

However, if she doesn't agree to Bai Ye's conditions, given her current condition and abilities, she simply won't be able to rescue her son who is in deep danger.

As for the idea that she could have avoided asking Byakuya for help and instead sought help from Kudo Yusaku, she could have done so instead.

Hehe, how could she not want that?

Even setting aside the fact that Yusaku Kudo is currently attending a party in another city, busy catching up with friends, making it difficult to get through on the phone, let's say that even if the call were to go through, by the time Yusaku Kudo rushes from the party to the place where Conan disappeared, he will likely have already missed the best opportunity to save Conan, and it will be too late.

Moreover, look at her now, so weak from a night of debauchery that she needs help to walk. How can she possibly face Kudo Yusaku? How dare she even look at him?

Just imagining that scene was enough to make her feel incredibly embarrassed and ashamed.

For a moment, Yukiko Kudo's heart was filled with helplessness and inner turmoil; she truly didn't know what to do...

Seeing Yukiko Kudo's conflicted expression, Bai Ye felt a pang of pity, but he didn't want to let this rare opportunity slip by. He leaned closer, his voice carrying a seductive undertone: "Yukiko, I promise, if you agree, I'll bring Conan back safely as quickly as possible. And..." He paused deliberately, creating anticipation, "...the conditions I offer will never be unreasonable, as long as you..."

Yukiko Kudo's heart tightened suddenly, and she subconsciously shrank back, her eyes full of vigilance, as she pressed, "What do you want me to do? Tell me first."

Bai Ye's lips curled up, a triumphant smile flashing in his eyes: "From now on, every now and then, you'll have to set aside three days to be alone with me, just the two of us. As for what we'll do..."

He deliberately remained vague, yet his words carried an undeniable allure, as if luring her into an unknown realm. "We'll talk about it later. Of course, I certainly won't put you in too much trouble."

Originally, he didn't intend to make any demands.

After all, his girlfriend had already spoken up, so how could he, as her boyfriend, sit idly by and ignore her plea for help?

Besides, that little guy Conan is his lucky star!
—It's important to know that it was Conan's reckless running around on the highway that initially created the opportunity for him and Yukiko Kudo to have an ambiguous encounter, which culminated in a kiss. Later, it was also because she wanted to tease Conan that Yukiko Kudo joined him on his adventures, and as a result, by chance, the two had an even deeper level of ambiguous interaction.

Similarly, it was precisely because of this series of ambiguous interactions between the two that Yukiko Kudo, out of various concerns and unwilling to be known by others, came to this hot spring inn last night with complicated feelings and spent that intoxicating blissful time with him.

Now, Conan has actually gone to that department store where robbers are lurking. This seemingly dangerous situation, in Byakuya's eyes, is undoubtedly another excellent opportunity given to him by heaven to further develop his relationship with Yukiko Kudo.

Because Conan's existence is like an invisible thread that tightly connects him and Yukiko Kudo. Every story that happens because of Conan makes their relationship more subtle and intimate.

How could he bear to let such a lucky star, who could constantly bring him "benefits" and fill his life with unexpected surprises, really meet with misfortune?

However, now that Yukiko Kudo has taken the initiative to ask him for help, he naturally doesn't mind seizing this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to gain some more "benefits" for himself.

After all, as the old saying goes, if a bargain is offered to you, you might as well take it!

Moreover, spending a single night with Yukiko Kudo, a stunningly beautiful former famous actress, was far from enough to satisfy him.

If possible, he hoped to possess her completely, to make this beautiful and captivating Princess Teitan, who seemed to have stepped out of a painting, his one and only forbidden child, an indispensable part of his life.

He wanted to leave a deep mark on her world, to connect her joys and sorrows with his own, and to become the most important person in each other's lives.

Upon hearing this, Yukiko Kudo felt a mixture of shame and indignation, as well as hesitation.

At first glance, the conditions didn't seem to make any unreasonable demands, but this vague agreement only plunged her into a deeper dilemma.

On the one hand, she really didn't want to have such a close entanglement with Bai Ye anymore.

After all, when Bai Ye invited her to the hot spring hotel, he had assured her that he wouldn't make things too difficult for her.

But what was the final result? She was completely drained, so exhausted that her whole body ached, she was too lazy to even move her fingertips, and she couldn't even stand up straight.

Having learned such a painful lesson, how could she dare to believe again that Bai Ye would behave himself and be a virtuous gentleman who could remain unmoved by temptation?
On the other hand, her son's safety weighed heavily on her heart like a boulder, causing her immense anxiety.

Every second that passed felt like a knife being plunged into her heart, leaving her no time to weigh the pros and cons or to think about what to do.

After a long silence, Yukiko Kudo gritted her teeth, her eyes filled with struggle and determination: "Fine, I promise you. But you must swear that you will bring Conan back safely."

She emphasized her words, her tone filled with a desperate ruthlessness, as if conveying to Bai Ye an unwavering determination: "Otherwise... I will absolutely not agree!" Bai Ye had already taken advantage of her to the fullest extent, so she didn't mind being taken advantage of a little more; she'd just consider it like being bitten by a dog!

As long as she plans properly and takes safety precautions, nothing should happen, right?
She silently comforted herself, trying to find some psychological solace.

When Bai Ye saw that she had finally agreed, a look of joy flashed in his eyes. He quickly said, "Yukiko, you can rest assured. I will definitely bring Conan back unharmed."

Receiving such a resolute promise from Byakuya brought Yukiko Kudo a slight sense of relief, but at the same time, a deep sense of helplessness and bitterness welled up within her. However, a hint of smugness also crept into her heart.

If beauty is a sin, then Yukiko Kudo must be unforgivable.

After all, if she weren't naturally beautiful, radiant, and incredibly charming, why would a promising young man like Bai Ye repeatedly coerce her?

Doesn't this precisely prove that Yukiko Kudo's charm is so great that it can make people lose their rational judgment and willingly fall into the quagmire of mistakes for her?
After clearly realizing this, Yukiko Kudo couldn't help but feel a surge of uncontrollable pride.

Indeed, Yukiko Kudo is the embodiment of beauty and the perfect synonym for charm.

"Then what are you standing there for? Hurry up and save Conan!" she urged urgently, trying to bury her inappropriate thoughts with these short and powerful words.

Bai Ye raised an eyebrow slightly, his fingers gently tracing her pink lips, a gesture both tender and suggestive. "Now that the vow has been made, it's time to pay the deposit, Yukiko."

His breath, carrying a scorching heat, enveloped him relentlessly.

His fingertips did not leave Yukiko Kudo's lips; instead, they used them as an anchor point to pull his body closer, almost touching her forehead. The two were so close that they could feel each other's heartbeats.

“You know what I want, Yukiko!” he whispered, his gaze fixed on her beautiful, startled eyes, filled with absolute control and a seductive, determined look. “Right now. What I’m waiting for… isn’t just a verbal promise.”

The air seemed to freeze instantly, as if time itself had stopped, leaving only the almost intertwined breaths of the two people, which sounded exceptionally clear in the silent space.

"Are you crazy?"

Yukiko Kudo's breath hitched for a moment. Byakuya's fingertips, like burning embers, remained on her lips, the irresistible heat seeming to set her on fire.

She instinctively tried to back away, but her back slammed against the cold wall, leaving her with nowhere to retreat. Her voice trembled slightly with extreme shock, a tremor filled with both burning anger and an unspeakable panic, "Conan is still in grave danger, and at this critical moment you actually..."

"That's precisely why you need my help even more, isn't it?"

Bai Ye's voice was deep and alluring. His slender fingers, like those of a graceful dancer, gently traced the beautiful lines of Kudo Yukiko's jawline. The touch of his fingertips was incredibly hot, as if he wanted to leave a unique mark on her delicate skin. "Besides, there are some things that we need to 'prove' between us, aren't there?"

"But don't worry, I won't force you. Whether you refuse or agree is entirely up to you..." Bai Ye shrugged casually, putting on an indifferent appearance, as if this matter was of no concern to him. However, the burning flame hidden deep in his eyes ruthlessly betrayed his true thoughts at this moment. "I can set off right now without stopping, or I can wait until you recover your strength and then take you with me to rescue the children."

Bai Ye chuckled softly, a hint of cunning in his voice, like that of a sly fox. His fingertips pressed down gently, forcing her lips to part slightly.

At this moment, his gaze was as deep as an abyss, carrying a dangerous aggression, like a wild beast poised to pounce on its prey. His voice was low and seductive: "Or, you can choose to back out!"

"However, it's hard to say where Conan will be by then."

"In the end what you want?"

Yukiko Kudo bit her lower lip tightly, her eyelashes trembling like startled butterflies, her heart pounding uncontrollably, as if it would leap out of her throat at any moment.

Reason screamed wildly in her mind, telling her she should push the man in front of her away, but reality was like a merciless shackle, making it impossible for her to refuse—her beloved son Conan was waiting anxiously for Bai Ye to rescue him.

What terrified and shamed her even more was that she discovered deep down she secretly hoped that Bai Ye would continue to "bully" her like this—this thought was like a sharp dagger, deeply piercing her heart and making her feel so ashamed that she could hardly breathe.

Bai Ye's lips curled up slightly, revealing a meaningful smile. "Just one kiss, Xizi. That's not too much to ask, is it?"

His gaze was fixed on Yukiko Kudo, as if he wanted to take in every single one of her reactions.

Yukiko Kudo's fingernails dug deeply into her palms, leaving crescent-shaped marks, as if expressing her inner turmoil and struggle.

The image of Conan's innocent smile flashed through her mind, along with the adorable way he affectionately called her "Mom." That pure smile was like a warm ray of sunshine, instantly illuminating her heart and making her previously wavering heart more resolute.

Ultimately, the mother's instincts and deep concern for her son overcame her pride and resistance like an unstoppable torrent.

"……you……"

She glared at Bai Ye fiercely, the word almost squeezed out from between her teeth, her heart filled with anger at Bai Ye's opportunistic behavior.

However, what puzzled her was that, amidst her anger, a faint sense of joy also welled up within her. Although this joy seemed extremely inappropriate in such a tense and critical moment, she simply couldn't suppress the small hint of smugness in her heart.

After all, the fact that someone is so infatuated with her is powerful proof that Princess Yukiko Kudo's charm is still as strong as ever.

Otherwise, how could a young and promising man like Bai Ye be so fascinated and infatuated with her body...?

(End of this chapter)