The other man seemed to understand that he wanted something from him. He hesitated at first but then came over, looking up questioningly.

Bao Feng Yu’s heart actually jumped when he looked into those eyes. They seemed black at first glance but actually, they were just of a dark blue. A sight beautiful enough to make one’s breath hitch.

He exhaled faintly, trying to calm his heartbeat. He wasn’t sure what it was that made him feel drawn to this person. In the spirit realm, there were many beauties, quite a few more even more outstanding than this man. From head to toe, there wouldn’t be a single flaw you could pick out and while this person was indeed easy on the eyes, he wasn’t good-looking to that degree. He really didn’t know what attracted him so much.

Bao Feng Yu needed a moment to pull away from those thoughts and considered his words carefully before he inclined his head. "My name is Bao Feng Yu. Might I inquire what you are called?"

The other person was nobody else but Yang Guang but Bao Feng Yu didn’t realize that. Naturally, he couldn’t answer. Looking at this man who was observing him expectantly, the god of the sun felt a little lost. So far, he hadn’t run into trouble in the mortal realm. But now, he didn’t know how to react.

He thought for a moment and then touched his lips and throat, shaking his head. In any case, he couldn’t tell him. Even though right now, it didn’t seem to be a bad thing to do. Since Bao Feng Yu had introduced himself first, he felt that he should be rather trustworthy.

Bao Feng Yu watched him gesture, feeling that it was odd before he realized that there was probably some more meaning to it. "You can’t speak?"

Yang Guang nodded, not sure what else to do. This wasn’t something that could be easily explained with just gestures. And in any case, a stranger probably wouldn’t be interested. Whatever this man had wanted to know, he would probably go and ask somebody else now. That was something that he was already used to. Even though people in the spirit realm didn’t treat him badly, it still wasn’t like anybody came to seek him out. Why would they, after all? It wasn’t like there was any way he could just converse with them like everyone else did. It was silly to expect anything else.

Contrary to his expectations, Bao Feng Yu didn’t leave. He just thought for a moment longer, feeling that it would probably be easiest to make his questions simple to answer. The kind of question where a yes or no would suffice. The more he needed him to communicate, the more difficult it might be and this place probably wasn’t too suitable for that.

After a while, he felt like he had grasped onto the most important point. "This might be a bit sudden but I couldn’t help but notice you dancing. Right now, there is a task that I need to finish first but I was wondering if you would be willing to see me again afterward?"

Yang Guang stared at him, his eyes widening. He … he was misunderstanding things, wasn’t he? His cheeks reddened when he thought about the implications behind those words, the color visible despite his tan. To see him again, if he was interested, this … maybe he did indeed misunderstand but it gave him the feeling that this man was trying to court him.

Bao Feng Yu saw that Yang Guang didn’t seem sure about his intentions and wondered if he should make himself clearer. He wasn’t somebody that liked the bustling atmosphere of this kind of festival but he had indeed been intrigued when he saw this person. He didn’t know either where things would lead but he was open to anything. Whatever suited the other person.

"You do not force yourself. My intentions are mine and yours are yours. Just meeting up casually will be enough if you want that. If you could imagine having more, then I also wouldn’t say no to giving it a try. So would you like to see me again later on?"

Yang Guang’s cheeks reddened further when Bao Feng Yu made things this clear for him. He was nervous, not sure how to deal with this situation. He didn’t mind. In fact, I the was flattering. It was just that he still couldn’t imagine that this man was serious about it.

He thought for a bit and then touched his lips and his throat again, once again shaking his head before he pointed at his chest. He couldn’t speak. That couldn’t be changed. It wasn’t just a temporary thing but something he had been born with. He wasn’t quite sure if this man understood that.

Bao Feng Yu wasn’t sure what Yang Guang wanted to tell him at this moment but he was sure that it wasn’t the answer to his question. He tilted his head a little, faintly narrowing his eyes while he thought. "You … you can’t speak. But you already told me that."

Yang Guang nodded with some more fervor, wanting to make sure that he really understood.

Bao Feng Yu thought for a moment longer and then felt that he should probably reassure him. "I do not mind. In any case, you have a way to tell me what you mean. I might need some time to figure it out but after we get to know each other better, I will be able to understand you more easily as well. Just give it time." Actually, he was a little taken aback after saying that himself. He had just presumed that they would meet again. "Just if you want to, of course." He really felt the need to make that clear again.

Yang Guang stared at him, still unable to believe it. This man … he was alright with it just like this? Maybe his intentions were really to just meet up casually and he had only offered the second possibility because he had realized that this was what he wanted?

He covered his lips and looked away, his brows furrowing a little. In any case, what did it matter? The thought of being courted was something that he would like to indulge in a little, but even if that wasn’t the case, even if this man just wanted to meet him a few times and spend some time together, that would also be good. It wasn’t like he really had any friends in the spirit realm. Having a mortal one didn’t sound so bad. It was better than nothing.

Deciding on that, he lowered his hands and looked back up at Bao Feng Yu, and then nodded his head decisively.

Bao Feng Yu smiled and then nodded as well. "Very well. Then, when can we see each other again? And where? I am afraid that for the rest of the festival, my task will still take up my time. But maybe after that would be alright with you?"

Yang Guang nodded. As for where to meet … well, mortals were often afraid when the spirit realm was concerned. And while he had tried his best to fit in, he couldn’t be sure that he wouldn’t slip up later on. In that case, if he was alone with Bao Feng Yu, that would be better than having too many people around. Since this man was willing to be friends with him, he should be able to take it better than others.

Thinking of that, he motioned down the street that he had come down, feeling that it would be best to meet outside the town.

Bao Feng Yu followed his line of sight, trying to figure out his thoughts. "Down the street?"

Yang Guang pointed again twice, hoping to get his point across.

"Further? Outside of the city?"

Yang Guang nodded and then brushed over the air in front of his body, trying to mimic the silhouette of the ground and then the grass growing out of it as if he was painting a picture of the meadow where he had arrived.

Bao Feng Yu watched quietly and finally felt like he got it when Yang Guang started indicating the trees. "There is a meadow not far from here. Is that where you want to meet?"

Yang Guang lowered his hands and nodded, smiling brightly when Bao Feng Yu was actually able to understand.

Bao Feng Yu watched his lips curve up and he couldn’t help but feel that this person was quite lovely indeed. If things were to go further, he certainly wouldn’t mind.

Even though he was really looking forward to things, right now wasn’t the time for this to continue. He gave a hum and then glanced up at the sky, squinting. "For my task, I need to find a person. It probably won’t be easy so I’m afraid that I might not be able to make it today. How about meeting up tomorrow?"

Yang Guang nodded, feeling that it should be alright. In any case, he didn’t have to go back to the Jade Emperor to have him unseal his powers immediately. It would be enough to just go to his palace, sleep for the night, and then come back here tomorrow. It wouldn’t change a thing. So he could meet him whenever he wanted. He thought for a bit and then indicated half a circle, moving his fingers along to try and figure out which time would be right for Bao Feng Yu.

Bao Feng Yu once again watched quietly and then realized that he was probably trying to imitate the movement of the sun. "Well, it would probably be easiest to meet when the sun is at its zenith. What do you think?"

Yang Guang was actually a bit reluctant to meet so late but he still nodded, feeling that most likely, this man also had other things to do. Even if he finished one important task today, there would be others tomorrow. Meeting when it was midday was still alright.

Bao Feng Yu requited his smile and then inclined his head. "Well, then, I’ll see you tomorrow on the meadow when the sun is at its highest point. I’m looking forward to it."

Yang Guang smiled brightly and patted his chest, trying to make it clear that he was also looking forward to it and that his heart was thumping in anticipation.

Bao Feng Yu nodded and then turned to look down the street before he turned back. "I’m afraid I’ll have to go now."

Yang Guang nodded and then patted his arm, trying to tell him that it was alright. Even though he would’ve liked to spend some more time with him right now, waiting until tomorrow wasn’t so bad. He could do that.