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Jiang Cheng didn’t know why he was at this party. It was Wei Ying’s idea in the first place and of course, as always, he ditched him upon arriving. He stood in the corner drinking whatever punch was in the bowl. He was sure there was a shit ton of alcohol in it, but he wasn’t worried. He had a high tolerance.

Suddenly, he felt someone stand next to him. He was about to tell them to fuck off, but froze when he really got a look at him. The man was absolutely gorgeous. He had dark amber eyes, a sharp jawline, full lips, and a straight nose. His eyebrows were well manicured and his eyes glinted beautifully in the lighting.

“Are you Lan Zhan’s twin?” Jiang Cheng blurted and immediately berated himself for saying something so stupid. However, the man laughed and the sound captivated Jiang Cheng.

“I get that a lot. No, I’m two years older than him. I’m his older brother, Lan Huan.” Lan Huan said.

“What’re you doing at a first year party?” Jiang Cheng asked. “Not that you can’t.” He quickly added.

“I took no offense. I came with Mingjue ge who came to monitor his younger brother.” Lan Huan said, pointing at the pair who were arguing with each other. Nie Mingjue gestured at Nie Huaisang’s clothes, which were short shorts and a green, lacy bralette. He obviously disapproved of how much skin he exposed. Nie Huaisang was rolling his eyes.

“So you were abandoned, huh?” Jiang Cheng said taking a drink of the punch. It was quite good actually mostly because he couldn’t taste the alcohol.

“It seems so. Mingjue ge didn’t want to be the only upper classman at the party, but then just left me here.” Lan Huan said. Jiang Cheng laughed.

“I feel you. My brother dragged me here because he didn’t want to come alone, but it seems he has no problem with that.” Jiang Cheng said.

“Which one’s your brother?” Lan Huan asked.

“The one sticking all over Lan Zhan, who he had also dragged to this party.” Jiang Cheng pointed. Sure enough, Lan Huan saw Wei Ying plastered all over his younger brother. To his shock Lan Zhan didn’t even shake him off despite how annoyed he looked.

“Huh.” Lan Huan said.

“What?” Jiang Cheng asked, raising an eyebrow.

“A-Zhan hates it when others touch him, but he’s not pushing your brother away.” Lan Huan said and then he smiled. He turned his amused eyes to him and Jiang Cheng had to remind himself how to breathe. “I have material to tease A-Zhan with later.”

“Good to know that all older brothers are the same.” Jiang Cheng said drily. Lan Huan laughed and Jiang Cheng couldn’t help feeling pleased that he did that.

“Alright! Let’s all play a game!” Nie Huaisang said. He had pushed away from his brother. All his irritation was wiped off his face and Nie Mingjue was fuming at being pushed aside.

“Ooh, what game?” Wei Ying asked. Lan Huan and Jiang Cheng looked at each other before joining the crowd.

“The Pocky game. Two people start eating from each side and the goal is to get as close to the center without your lips touching.” Nie Huaisang said.

“Sounds like fun!” Wei Ying said. “Lan Zhan you should do it with me.”

“No.” Lan Zhan said. Wei Ying whined, but Lan Zhan would not budge.

“Fine. Come here, Huaisang. Let’s do it!” Wei Ying said. Nie Huaisang smiled.

“Sure. We can demonstrate.” Nie Huaisang said. He grabbed a stick of pocky. “Ready?”

“Of course.” Wei Ying grinned.

“You can have the chocolate end.” Nie Huaisang said.

“Aw! You really do love me!” Wei Ying said. Nie Huaisang put the cookie end in his mouth and placed his hands on Wei Ying’s shoulders. Wei Ying rested his hands on Nie Huaisang’s waist. Wei Ying placed the other end into his mouth and they began taking bites one after the other. Their faces got closer and closer to each other as they went. Lan Huan noticed Lan Zhan’s hands clenching at his sides and hid a laugh.

“What?” Jiang Cheng asked as he watched the spectacle.

“A-Zhan looks jealous.” Lan Huan said.

“Really? He looks no different than usual.” Jiang Cheng said. He turned back to the game. Nie Huaisang and Wei Ying’s lips were impossibly close together. Wei Ying turned his head and Nie Huaisang did the same. They were just about to kiss, but pulled away.

“Ha!” Wei Ying exclaimed.

“See if you can beat this! Anyone who touches your partner’s lips have to down their drinks!” Nie Huaisang said holding up a tiny sliver of the pocky. “Alright! If you want to play, partner up!”

“Want to?” Lan Huan asked. Jiang Cheng’s eyes widened and then he blushed.

“Sure.” Jiang Cheng said.

Lan Huan grabbed a pocky and went back over to where they were standing. He put the cookie side into his mouth and stepped closer than was necessary before wrapping his arms around Jiang Cheng’s neck. He looked at him expectantly. Jiang Cheng took a deep breath and put the other end in his mouth, placing his hands on Lan Huan’s hips.

The way Lan Huan was looking at him as their faces got closer and closer made Jiang Cheng’s body warm. His eyes were so intense and dark. His heart beat wildly in his chest when their lips got close to each other. So close that they had to turn their heads. Jiang Cheng decided to just go for it and hoped he wasn’t reading this wrong. Jiang Cheng closed his eyes and kissed him. Lan Huan let out a surprised sound, but he did kiss him back. Jiang Cheng pulled away quickly and chewed the pocky in his mouth.

“Looks like we’re disqualified.” Jiang Cheng said, smiling shyly. His cheeks were red. Immediately, Lan Huan pulled him into the bathroom and pushed him against the sink with his hands on either side of his hips. Jiang Cheng found that he did not mind being trapped in. Not one bit.

“I thought you were going to pull away.” Lan Huan breathed.

“You were giving me obvious signals so I took it.” Jiang Cheng scoffed, the bravado coming back now that he was sure he had read Lan Huan correctly. Lan Huan smiled knowingly.

“You are so cute.” Lan Huan said, clearly seeing through him. Jiang Cheng blushed. “Come here.” Jiang Cheng met him halfway.

Truthfully the stunt he pulled with the pocky was his first kiss and he didn’t actually know what to do, but he followed Lan Huan’s lead. Lan Huan was happy to show him as he expertly kissed him. Jiang Cheng groaned and Lan Huan took advantage of his open mouth to insert his tongue inside. Jiang Cheng sucked in a breath, but let it happen and let him ravage his mouth with his tongue. It felt so good. He wanted more.

Lan Huan lifted him up onto the counter and pressed in between his legs. Jiang Cheng shivered when he felt Lan Huan’s hands moving up his thighs and gripping his hips to press him even further into him. He moaned inadvertently, but was feeling too good to feel embarrassed. Jiang Cheng moved his hand up into Lan Huan’s hair and grasped it by the roots. It was Lan Huan’s turn to groan. They pulled away only to catch their breath. Lan Huan’s pupils were so dilated that his eyes looked dark.

And then they were kissing more frantically with Lan Huan pressing him closer. Jiang Cheng could feel Lan Huan’s half hard dick press against him and he gasped. Lan Huan made a noise from the back of his throat when Jiang Cheng wrapped his legs around his hips and pulled him forward so that he was grinding against him. Lan Huan’s hands moved under Jiang Cheng’s shirt and up his back as they continued to kiss and kiss and kiss. They drew away once more and stared at each other. Lan Huan looked like he would devour him whole. Jiang Cheng wouldn't mind one bit if he did.

“That was...that was amazing.” Jiang Cheng blurted out. He was still breathless from their activities. Lan Huan smiled widely. Suddenly, there was a knock on the door.

“How long are you going to be in there! I have to go!” A voice said. Lan Huan looked at Jiang Cheng, his eyes sparkling with unvoiced laughter. They kissed some more until the knocking came again. Disappointed, Jiang Cheng hopped down from the sink, but the feeling didn't last long. Lan Huan's hand felt warm when he took it when they exited.

They went to the kitchen where Jiang Cheng grabbed more of the punch. Lan Huan had an arm wrapped around his waist and was pressed close to him.

“Can I have your number? We should talk sometime.” Lan Huan said. Jiang Cheng smiled shyly, his cheeks dusted in red once more. Lan Huan thought this duality was cute. He had been bold just a few moments ago, but this was the thing that was making him shy.

“Sure.” Jiang Cheng said and they exchanged numbers.

“We came here to monitor our little brothers, not to hook up with men.” Nie Mingjue said gruffly, but he was amused, Lan Huan could tell. Jiang Cheng’s blush deepened.

“You came to monitor your brother. I was just dragged along.” Lan Huan said. “I don’t have to worry about A-Zhan. And this isn’t just a hook up. I’m planning on asking him out on a date.”

“You are?” Jiang Cheng, Nie Huaisang, and Wei Ying exclaimed. Lan Zhan was giving his older brother a weird look, as if seeing him for the first time.

“I didn’t realize I had an audience.” Lan Huan chuckled.

“Well yeah, when my little brother purposely throws a game even though he’s competitive as fuck, I tend to start paying attention.” Wei Ying said. He gave Jiang Cheng a suspicious look. “What were you two doing in the bathroom?”

“None of your fucking business.” Jiang Cheng snapped at the same time Lan Huan said, “We were making out.” Jiang Cheng looked at Lan Huan in shock and then his face turned a deep red that crept below the collar of his shirt.

“How can you just say that? Fucking shameless!” Jiang Cheng exclaimed. Lan Huan laughed as everyone started talking at once save for Lan Zhan who was still looking at Lan Huan as if he had grown a second head.

“Alright. Mingjue ge and I should go. We have an early start tomorrow.” Lan Huan said. “Have a good rest of your night, Jiang Cheng.”

“Bye.” Jiang Cheng said. “You better text me the details of the date.”

“Will do.” Lan Huan said, smiling pleasantly. He leaned over and pecked Jiang Cheng on his lips before he took his leave.

“He’s frozen.” Nie Huaisang said, waving his open hand in front of his face. Jiang Cheng blinked out of his daze.

“I can’t believe you kissed someone before I did!” Wei Ying screeched, slapping him on his shoulder. Jiang Cheng pushed him away.

“You snooze you lose.” Jiang Cheng said without missing a beat and they began bickering.

“Wow, Lan Zhan.” Nie Huaisang said. “I didn’t know Huan er-ge was so smooth.”

“I didn’t know either.” Lan Zhan said.

“Well, he owes me because it was my game that got him the hook up in the first place.” Nie Huaisang sing-songed.

They all left soon after that and Jiang Cheng fell into his bed once he made it back to the dorm room he shared with Wei Ying. He stared at the ceiling not believing that that had happened. He couldn’t believe he hooked up with a stranger completely sober. But Lan Huan was hot, which begged the question: why was someone so hot interested in him? He smiled giddily. He supposed he’d know why on his date. He closed his eyes, drifting off to sleep.

The next morning, he got a text from Lan Huan with the details. Jiang Cheng smiled. He hadn’t expected him to actually follow through with it. He couldn’t wait.