Yandere Begs for a Break – Part One

Although they might try to do something tricky, staying behind wouldn’t be of much use, but at least he could handle things immediately. 　　Zhou Ying nodded helplessly and said, “Then have a good rest. My task is over. If you’re still feeling unwell, come find me in the medical room.” 　　”Mm, got it.” Tao Yu had just finished speaking when he saw Yue Linze arrive. 　　Zhou Ying scratched his head, feeling somewhat awkward as he walked away. Even now, he still felt uncomfortable with the fact that Captain Tao liked men. He had originally wanted to persuade Captain Tao, but thinking about his own mixed-race son, he felt frustrated. 　　”What’s wrong?” Yue Linze asked, standing not too far away, his eyes full of concern yet making no move to support her. 　　Tao Yu immediately understood he hadn’t made up his mind to leave and was still planning to give her the cold shoulder. Her already uncomfortable stomach felt even worse. She glanced at him coldly and said, “Nothing. You can go back.” 　　Yue Linze stood rooted in place with a stern face, showing no intention of leaving. With his tall stature and imposing presence, he looked intimidating, but Tao Yu could see a hint of grievance in his eyes. 　　Tao Yu glanced at him and softened involuntarily, sighing and thinking that his psychological barriers were long-standing and wouldn’t be easily resolved by her few words. She had previously promised not to force him but had unexpectedly broken that promise. 　　Noticing everyone around was hurrying about and not paying attention, she stretched out her hand coldly, “I’m not feeling well. Take me downstairs to rest.” 　　”Okay.” Yue Linze, seeing her finally softening, immediately reached out to help her up. Due to their height difference, when Tao Yu’s arm rested on his shoulder, only her tiptoes touched the ground. She leaned half her body against him, but because Yue Linze was supporting her waist with one hand, she didn’t feel burdened. 　　Tao Yu gave him a sidelong glance, not exposing his little scheme. 　　The two slowly walked backstage, drawing curious looks. Tao Yu, afraid they would discern their relationship, deliberately exaggerated her discomfort, and indeed, people looked away after a glance. 　　Walking intimately, Tao Yu glanced at Yue Linze and saw his furrowed brow had relaxed. In a voice only they could hear, she said, “I really hope that one day we can appear together openly.” 　　It was like a phantom voice in his ear. Yue Linze’s heart stirred, and when he looked down at Tao Yu, he saw she wasn’t looking at him but staring at the backstage entrance. Following her gaze, he saw the people from District Five. 　　”Well, Captain, what are you and Yue Linze up to?” Li Xun laughed cheerfully, completely oblivious to the dark-faced skinny monkey beside him. 　　Yue Linze, afraid of angering Tao Yu, instinctively wanted to let go, but instead felt her holding him tighter, leaving him with mixed feelings. 　　”Can’t you see I’m not feeling well? Li Xun, your District Five’s attitude is far worse than District Six’s. Aren’t you afraid I’ll make things difficult for you after you lose?” Tao Yu’s face was somewhat pale. 　　Li Xun laughed, a hint of malice in his smile, “Come on, Captain. I’m afraid you’ll be disappointed. Today, District Five will definitely win. But it’s right for Yue Linze to curry favor with you, considering he’s about to be confined.” 　　”Then I wish you success.” Tao Yu sneered, letting Yue Linze carry her past them. 　　Li Xun casually glanced back at his teammates and began the final mobilization. 　　Yue Linze directly took Tao Yu to District Six’s position. The chubby guy, seeing Tao Yu’s condition, immediately became nervous. “Captain, what’s wrong?” 　　”Probably low blood sugar,” Tao Yu frowned. Her discomfort was growing, an odd sensation like ant bites making her entire body feel uncomfortable. She was certain it was more than just low blood sugar and should go to the medical room immediately. 　　But considering the performances of Districts Five and Six were close together and would take less than 10 minutes total, she decided to endure for a while. 　　The chubby guy sighed in relief, thinking he had been scared for nothing. Realizing it wasn’t what he’d imagined, he tactfully sat a bit further away, not wanting to interrupt the boss and the captain’s private moment. 　　The stage lights changed, and District Five’s performance began. Tao Yu immediately focused, and Yue Linze glanced at her, secretly holding her hand in the dimmed lighting. 　　Tao Yu was stunned, her face still stern but her eyes softening. She extended her pinky, hooking it in his palm. Yue Linze’s mouth immediately curved in a smile, all previous grievances seemingly forgotten in an instant. He just wanted to hold her. 　　But the next second, the stage lights brightened, thwarting his plan. He silently cursed Li Xun for being a nuisance. Tao Yu, as if knowing his intentions, glared at him and pulled her hand away, sitting further from him. 　　Yue Linze looked at her amusedly, about to follow her when a dull sound came from the stage, followed by jeers and laughter. Tao Yu’s expression turned horrific. 　　Yue Linze raised an eyebrow, looking at the stage where Li Xun and others performing a human pyramid had fallen apart, now frantically repositioning themselves but clearly not as composed as before. 　　”Didn’t these bastards practice for a long time?” Tao Yu watched the embarrassing scene, feeling even more uncomfortable. 　　Yue Linze curved his lips, “District Five has always been prone to failure.” 　　”… Go backstage and watch District Six immediately. Don’t let them embarrass me,” Tao Yu gave him a sidelong glance. 　　Yue Linze raised an eyebrow but said nothing. When District Five was halfway through their performance, someone came to call District Six’s band to prepare. 　　Yue Linze was reluctant to follow but, under Tao Yu’s pressuring gaze, went along. 　　Backstage, the atmosphere between District Five and District Six was in stark contrast. The chubby guy said proudly, “Boss, rest assured, we absolutely won’t make any mistakes!