Reborn: The Hot-Tempered Immortal Lord Has Eyes Only for Me

[Cold and Devoted Top x Clever, Pitiful Bottom]

He never imagined he would fall for the man destined to become his future villainous master. After surviving a perilous ordeal in a cave, he received a mission: protect Shen Chi, and kill him if he falls to demonic cultivation.

As an elder of a great sect, Shen Chi kept people at a distance. He was courteous and polite on the surface, but in truth, he kept everyone at arm's length. Chu Qinghe had no masochistic tendencies, so he naturally wanted nothing to do with someone like that. If not for his mission, the only way to get close would be to become his disciple. Otherwise, Shen Chi would be someone he could only glimpse from afar.

But as they spent more time together, Chu Qinghe discovered that beneath the other's cold exterior lay a gentle heart. Only those who truly got close to him knew how warm and considerate he was. His hard exterior was just a shield, lowered only around those he trusted.

Unfortunately, it seemed he had fallen for him. As the mission and an unknown conspiracy unfolded, everything slipped out of his control.

And then he remembered that if Shen Chi really fell to demonic cultivation, he would have to kill him. Chu Qinghe's thoughts fell into turmoil...

Early on: After finishing his sword practice, Chu Qinghe clasped his hands respectfully and asked, “Master, how did I do?” Shen Chi glanced at him and nodded. “Not bad. Keep practicing tomorrow.”

Later on: Chu Qinghe leaned casually against Shen Chi's shoulder and smiled. “Little Master, there's a lantern festival tomorrow. Want to go?” Shen Chi replied warmly, “Whatever you want to do, I'll go with you.”

Note: The bottom is not very strong at first, but his bloodline makes him stronger midway through. There's both friendship and romance.