The Unmotivated One Is Bound to a Workaholic Chief Minister

*^_^* After working overtime, Wen Junyan died suddenly and transmigrated into the body of an editor at the Hanlin Academy. He was also bound to the [Slacker System].

He was overjoyed: What a lucky break! I'm destined to lie flat!

But that very night, he was dragged into a political rally, backed the wrong side, and ended up a prisoner.

Just as he was about to lose his head, the young Grand Secretary Fu Shi'an, a man with power over the entire court, swooped in like a hero and rescued him.

Afterward, Fu Shi'an gave him a residence and looked after him.

Wen Junyan blushed and thanked him profusely: My lord, your kindness is as weighty as a mountain.

But he soon realized something was wrong.

He was made to settle old accounts, interpret for foreign envoys, and accompany inspection tours.

He offended all six ministries, faced endless attacks from every direction, and worked himself into a frenzy while coughing blood. His health score plummeted.

When he was barely able to breathe, he grabbed the Grand Secretary's sleeve. "My lord... this subordinate really can't work overtime anymore."

The Slacker System suddenly blared:

[Warning! Life-threatening condition! High-quality Host Fu Shi'an detected. Symbiosis mode forcibly activated: When he goes to bed early, you recover health. When he takes time off, your life is extended. When he slacks off, you live longer.]

Wen Junyan looked at the workaholic Grand Secretary, who slept only two hours a day: "..."

Help! This is impossible difficulty!

*^_^*

Fu Shi'an was reborn.

In his previous life, he made countless enemies and ultimately met his end by beheading. The only one who had always stayed behind the crowd, Wen Junyan, was the one who collected his body and gathered his bones.

Reborn on the night of the palace coup, Fu Shi'an casually rescued Wen Junyan, who had backed the wrong side.

Later, he discovered that this man was skilled in mathematics, the Di language, and criminal law, yet insisted on hiding his abilities and playing dumb. So he repeatedly dragged him in front of him and entrusted him with important tasks.

But gradually, something began to seem off.

Wen Junyan would gently remind him, "My lord, it's time to clock out."

He would bring him nourishing tea. "My lord, wolfberries and red dates. Drink it while it's hot."

He would earnestly count on his fingers. "My lord, you must take all three days of the ten-day break."

Fu Shi'an's heart stirred, and he realized he'd already fallen for him.

[Bonus scene]

The new emperor noticed that the Grand Secretary, who used to work at his desk day and night, now left right on time and took every ten-day break.

The officials cried out in anguish: "That Wen Junyan must have led him astray!"

Fu Shi'an replied with a smile, "Gentlemen, living longer lets us serve His Majesty for a few more years."

The officials: "..." They couldn't argue with that.

By night, the red candles glowed and the bed curtains were warm. Someone, breathing unevenly, complained softly, "It's all your fault... you made me stay up late again."

Fu Shi'an chuckled and kissed the red tip of his ear. "One last time. Be good, lift your waist a little... it'll be over soon."

After one time and then another, the man clung weakly to his shoulder. "...Liar."

#The whole capital calls me a lovesick lapdog, but I'm licking the hand that holds my life#

#Did the Grand Secretary go to bed early today? If not, I'll die first out of respect#

Reading guide:

1. Wen Junyan: determined to lie flat and stay alive + maxed-out skills + reluctant wellness supervisor.

Fu Shi'an: reborn workaholic + controlling + a Grand Secretary gradually learning how to live.

2. Historical court setting + System premise. The romance is lighthearted and humorous, and develops naturally.

[Please collect these ongoing stories]

1. Prince, My Father Is Planning a Rebellion

2. The Tyrant Is Still Scrambling to Stay Alive Today

Theme: Balance work and rest.