Plug-in Delivery System [Quick Transmigration] - v6c13

 

Chapter 80: END

Note: Hi! Thank you again for your patience. I hope you had fun reading this story. If you're interested in more world hopping/ quick transmigration stories, I've finished translating Forcefully Doting On You last year.  I also have a couple more ongoing translations, The Boss I Picked Up All Fell In Love With Me and Applaud For Happiness -- both of which I'm hoping to finish in the first half of this year. 

Enjoy this last chapter! ♡⸜(˶˃ ᵕ ˂˶)⸝♡

“System reboot successful. Loading data… Progress 10%… 15%…”

The system’s voice echoed in Cheng Xuyuan’s mind. He furrowed his brow suddenly, the intense pain almost taking his breath away.

Memories flooded his mind like waves crashing in. The fragments of his journey pieced together slowly as the system’s voice guided him.

In these chaotic pieces, the moments spent with Gu Juncheng stood out — long and precious.

Cheng Xuyuan remembered staying up late to accompany Gu Juncheng during exam preparations, their post-school trips for late-night snacks, the joint battle in the exam room, and the New Year’s Eve photo they took together.

And the fireworks outside the observation tower came alive in his memory, illuminating the night sky like the unclear emotions between them that year — bright and fleeting.

“Data load successful.” The system’s voice remained mechanical and cold. “Please wait for further instructions from the main deity…”

Cheng Xuyuan recovered from the pain, his eyes already red. He lay on the bed, shivering, gasping for air, his back soaked in sweat.

After a while, he had enough strength to communicate with the system: “System… After finding you, what will happen? Can I stay in this world? Is it possible?”

The system seemed to ponder before responding, “I cannot make decisions. We must await instructions from the main God…”

Cheng Xuyuan picked up his phone. Gu Juncheng had sent him several messages, mostly asking why he suddenly stopped responding or if he wanted to back out…

Cheng Xuyuan typed and deleted in the chat box, lost in confusion.

“Can I stay?” Cheng Xuyuan asked the system. “If I want to remain in this world, is it possible?”

The system remained silent.

He asked again, “When will the main God give instructions?”

“Waiting time required,” the system’s voice devoid of emotion.

Cheng Xuyuan sighed, glancing at his phone. He sat on the bed, staring at the ceiling for a long time, then suddenly sat up, determination in his eyes. He messaged Gu Juncheng.

“Let’s meet in person.”

Both Cheng Xuyuan and Gu Juncheng lived in the southern city. Due to different travel times and family matters, they hadn’t met since winter break.

Gu Juncheng replied swiftly, “Sure. Where should we meet?”

Cheng Xuyuan suggested a local café. After confirming the meeting, he changed his clothes, adjusted his emotions, and prepared himself for the conversation.

Regardless of the final command from the main God, he needed to have a clear conversation with Gu Juncheng.

The café was tranquil, with few customers. Wind chimes tinkled at the entrance. Cheng Xuyuan arrived first, and not long after, Gu Juncheng appeared.

When their eyes met, Gu Juncheng’s face lit up with a smile, his eyes dancing with excitement.

Cheng Xuyuan ordered a latte for him and a Blue Mountain coffee for himself, but he had no appetite. He stared at the latte’s foam art, avoiding Gu Juncheng’s gaze.

“What’s wrong?” Gu Juncheng immediately noticed something amiss. “Is something bothering you?”

Cheng Xuyuan looked up at him and asked earnestly, “Have you been unhappy during the two years I was gone?”

Gu Juncheng stared at him, momentarily speechless. He asked hesitantly, “You…remember everything now?”

“Yes.” Cheng Xuyuan nodded. “I remember it all.”

Gu Juncheng hugged him tightly, joy radiating from his eyes. “I thought… you’d never remember again.”

Cheng Xuyuan found comfort in Gu Juncheng’s familiar scent.

Suddenly, the system’s voice interrupted: [During my absence, what happened between you two?]

Cheng Xuyuan replied, [It’s unrelated to you, thanks.]

Gu Juncheng looked into his eyes, full of anticipation. “About what you said earlier…”

Cheng Xuyuan hesitated, then lowered his head.

Gu Juncheng’s grip on his arm tightened. His eyes held disbelief. “You’re not going back on your word, are you?”

“No,” Cheng Xuyuan gathered courage. “Gu Juncheng, I’m not sure if I’ll leave you again, like last time…”

Gu Juncheng remained silent, gradually releasing Cheng Xuyuan’s hand. He patted Cheng Xuyuan’s back gently. His voice was steady and warm: “Silly, many things are beyond our control. Just like when you were the Pen God, and I was mortal. I know I might only be a brief passerby in your life, but I still want to be with you.”

Cheng Xuyuan stared at him, stunned.

“In fact,” Gu Juncheng’s gaze softened, “when we can kiss, let’s not settle for just hugs. If you’re willing, even if tomorrow is doomsday, I’ll cross volcanoes and tsunamis to reach you and tell you — I love you.”

Cheng Xuyuan’s eyes welled up. Feeling embarrassed, he turned away, holding back tears. Then he faced Gu Juncheng and whispered, “I love you too. Let’s be together, Gu Juncheng.”

“Okay.” Gu Juncheng’s lips curved, joy unmasked in his eyes. He ruffled Cheng Xuyuan’s hair, as he always did when something made him happy, overflowing with indulgence and affection.

At that moment, the system’s voice rang out.

“The main God has issued a command.”

Cheng Xuyuan sat up abruptly, startling Gu Juncheng, who asked, “What’s wrong?!”

Cheng Xuyuan gestured for him to stay quiet and furrowed his brow, communicating with the system in his mind.

The system continued, “Due to the outstanding performance of Plug-in  No. 10287 in the task of locating the system, the main deity has decided to reward you with a choice: you can either continue upgrading your skills and proceed to the next world or live as an ordinary person in the current world until death.”

Cheng Xuyuan finally breathed a sigh of relief, releasing the tension that had gripped him. He decisively replied to the system, “Thank you, main God. Please allow me to live as an ordinary person in the ‘Pen God’ world.

“Have you made your decision?” the system asked. “Once decided, you will no longer be bound to the system, lose your superpowers, and be unable to travel to other worlds…”

“I’ve made my decision,” Cheng Xuyuan said firmly. “Perhaps in the past, I would have chosen to be an all-powerful plug-in, but now I’ve realized that those who are loved and capable of loving others wholeheartedly are the true winners in life. Of course, I want to thank you for being with me all this time. I hope your future host will be even more remarkable, sparing you some trouble.”

The system fell silent for a while before finally speaking, “Plugin No. 10287, this plugin delivery journey concludes here. The system will unbind from you. Unbinding progress: 1%…12%…20%…100%. Unbinding successful.”

As the system’s voice faded, Cheng Xuyuan’s mind returned to calm.

Emotions swirled within him, and he turned to hug Gu Juncheng. It was as if nothing had happened. He whispered in Gu Juncheng’s ear, “From now on, I’ll be by your side as an ordinary person.”

“Silly,” Gu Juncheng chuckled, his fingers tracing Cheng Xuyuan’s waist. “In my eyes, you’ve never been ordinary.”

For Gu Juncheng, whether as the former Pen God or the present Cheng Xuyuan, both were his guiding light, changing the trajectory of his life.

Cheng Xuyuan closed his eyes, a faint smile on his lips. “I like you.”

“Me too.” Gu Juncheng nuzzled his cheek.

Outside, the winter sun shone brightly.

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Two years later.

Today marked the final day of exams at Hang University. As a third-year student, Cheng Xuyuan faced numerous challenging subjects, along with various projects and lab reports. Finally, he felt liberated.

Carrying his suitcase with excitement, Cheng Xuyuan was stopped by Qi Zimo. “Are you going home for the summer or staying here?”

“Of course,” Cheng Xuyuan replied without hesitation, “I’ll stay here.”

“Well, I don’t think Gu Juncheng has the energy to work,” Qi Zimo teased.

“Get lost!” Cheng Xuyuan kicked out playfully.

He and Gu Juncheng had been living together for a long time, sharing the same apartment Cheng Xuyuan had rented earlier.

Cheng Xuyuan didn’t sleep there every day; only during holidays or when he didn’t have early classes the next day. Since moving in, the room had become… quite messy.

Gu Juncheng felt that Cheng Xuyuan had cured even his mild germophobia.

In addition to that, Cheng Xuyuan had adopted an orange cat. When he brought the cat home, he informed Gu Juncheng without prior discussion, “This cat is our son now. Let’s call him Cheng Junjun.”

Gu Juncheng blinked. “What?”

When Cheng Xuyuan returned home, Gu Juncheng hadn’t finished work yet. Cheng Xuyuan kissed the orange cat and filled its food bowl, then headed to the small kitchen to prepare dinner.

His cooking skills weren’t great, but today he was in a good mood and decided to surprise Gu Juncheng.

Gu Juncheng arrived home still in his suit, his polished shoes making crisp sounds. Cheng Xuyuan greeted him, “Hey, today I’m cooking.”

“How are you so talented?” Gu Juncheng changed into slippers. “Remember the last time you almost blew up the kitchen? Have you forgotten?”

“I remember, I remember.” Cheng Xuyuan muttered, “But this time it’s to make you a cake…”

Gu Juncheng raised an eyebrow. “Even Cheng Junjun won’t eat your cakes.”

“Okay, okay, I know.” Cheng Xuyuan suddenly smelled something. “Oh no, I think the food is burnt…”

Before he could finish, he rushed back to the kitchen.

Gu Juncheng shook his head and followed, rescuing the kitchen from chaos. He ordered Cheng Xuyuan out and forbade him from entering again.

After dinner, the sky outside displayed a beautiful array of flamingo-like hues, casting a warm glow on the table by the floor-to-ceiling window. Cheng Xuyuan sat on the floor, cradling Cheng Junjun. As he stroked the cat’s fur, he said, “Why have you gained so much weight? You clearly didn’t inherit my ‘never get fat’ genes. You’re not my biological child.”

Gu Juncheng’s lips twitched. “When will you stop talking to the cat like that?”

“It’s a cat thing,” Cheng Xuyuan chuckled. “I can’t change it.”

After a busy day, Gu Juncheng flopped onto the bed without even taking off his socks. Lazily, he called out, “Wife, come give me a massage. I’ve been annoyed by that idiotic client all day. I’m exhausted…”

Cheng Xuyuan tossed Cheng Junjun aside and hurried to the bedside. He looked at Gu Juncheng with disdain. “At least take off your suit. I’ll have to iron it again later.”

Grumbling, Gu Juncheng reluctantly sat up to remove his suit. “You’re always so serious when you’re in charge of undressing me.”

“What are you saying?” Cheng Xuyuan glared at him.

Gu Juncheng grabbed his arm, pulling him closer. Looking into his eyes, he said, “I’m craving dessert after dinner.”

“Ah?” Cheng Xuyuan’s face slowly reddened. “But it’s not even dark outside yet…”

“It’s not like we haven’t done it in the evening before,” Gu Juncheng said nonchalantly.

“Cheng Junjun is right here… mmm…”

The remaining words were stifled.

Cheng Xuyuan’s heartbeat echoed like the pounding of drums, his breath as desperate as a fish out of water, and his body swayed like a sailboat on the rolling sea.

“You just… said you were exhausted… You lied…”

“Pretty impressive, huh?”

The orange cat hopped onto the white table by the window, silently observing the fiery clouds outside. Its tail traced arcs in the air, as if responding to the rhythmic sounds within the room.

It had grown accustomed to it long ago.

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Author’s note: 

The end! 

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Plug-in Delivery System [Quick Transmigration] - v6c12

 

Chapter 79

The winter sunlight bathed the well-known library building of Hangda University, casting a faint golden hue. Inside the library, the atmosphere was quiet and serious—everyone engrossed in their studies.

Gu Juncheng strode purposefully, his stern expression making him unapproachable in the sunlight. He wore a long windbreaker, exuding an entirely different aura from Cheng Xuyuan.

If Cheng Xuyuan was the fair and slender beauty, then Gu Juncheng was the mature, composed cool senior. Passersby couldn’t help but turn their heads, awestruck by this charismatic young man.

Swiping his card to enter the library, Gu Juncheng casually messaged Liu Yuda: “Where are you? I have some materials to give you.”

Liu Yuda, pleasantly surprised, replied: “Really? I’m on the fifth floor, near the elevator!”

Without hesitation, Gu Juncheng headed for the elevator. After a few futile attempts, he lost patience and took the stairs, climbing to the fifth floor without breaking a sweat.

Arriving at the area Liu Yuda mentioned, Gu Juncheng surveyed the surroundings and spotted Liu Yuda. He walked over purposefully, placing several study materials on Liu Yuda’s desk.

Then, he turned his attention to the two boys who were huddled together, studying.

Cheng Xuyuan was deeply engrossed in explaining a problem, completely unaware of Gu Juncheng’s presence. But Qi Zimo had noticed him and looked surprised.

The next moment, Gu Juncheng calmly walked to the opposite side of the two, gently pulling out a chair and sitting down. He watched Cheng Xuyuan without a change in expression.

Cheng Xuyuan finally noticed the movement across from him. When he looked up, the sudden appearance of the familiar figure startled him. His hand trembled, leaving a mark on the scratch paper.

“You…” Cheng Xuyuan whispered, “Why are you here?”

Gu Juncheng, still composed, gazed at him and gently said, “I came to study.”

With that, he took out a few books from his bag, placed them in front of him, and began diligently taking notes. Cheng Xuyuan was too preoccupied with the windbreaker Gu Juncheng wore, a blush crossing his face.

Qi Zimo, equally observant, had already deduced Gu Juncheng’s purpose. Feeling a bit flustered, he subtly distanced himself from Cheng Xuyuan.

“Um, well…” Qi Zimo whispered to Cheng Xuyuan, “Since Senior came to find you, maybe I should leave?”

Gu Juncheng smiled politely, his voice soft: “If you have something to do, feel free to go.”

Cheng Xuyuan stared blankly at Qi Zimo, still puzzled. “Do you have something urgent? We haven’t finished discussing the problem…”

Qi Zimo swiftly gathered his things, moving faster than someone late for an early class. “I suddenly remembered an important appointment. Cheng Cheng, I’ll leave first.”

With those quiet words, Qi Zimo hurriedly left his seat, as if escaping.

Cheng Xuyuan sat at his desk, occasionally glancing up at the person across from him. However, Gu Juncheng remained as stoic as a sculpture, his expression far from gentle.

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During lunchtime, Cheng Xuyuan wrote a few words on a scrap of paper: “Want to eat?” and handed it to the person in front of him.

Gu Juncheng glanced at it, barely audible as he sighed. Then he nodded slightly, a hint of helplessness in his eyes.

Initially, Cheng Xuyuan had wanted to be angry. What was with that guy calling him 'Cheng Cheng'?

But Cheng Xuyuan’s innocent look disarmed him. Watching Cheng Xuyuan excitedly organize his backpack, Gu Juncheng’s mood improved a little.

However, that didn’t mean this matter was settled.

During their meal, Gu Juncheng casually asked, “You’re close with your roommate?”

“Yeah,” Cheng Xuyuan nodded, “We get along well.”

“Heh,” Gu Juncheng’s expression turned cold, “No wonder he’s so affectionate with you.”

“Huh?” Cheng Xuyuan took a moment to process what he meant, “Is it… okay?”

“He’s calling you ‘Cheng Cheng,’ and you think it’s okay?” Gu Juncheng pushed his food aside, chopsticks dropping into the bowl. “I don’t address you like that.”

Cheng Xuyuan stifled a laugh, the curve of his eyebrows and eyes giving him away.

“You’re still laughing?!” Gu Juncheng had been simmering with jealousy since the library.

Cheng Xuyuan glanced at him, startled by the jealousy and frustration in his eyes. He hurriedly explained, “He’s really just my roommate. Don’t overthink it…”

“But he shouldn’t address you like that.” Gu Juncheng stared straight at him. “And that kid doesn’t strike me as straight!”

Cheng Xuyuan almost choked. He looked at Gu Juncheng, who had suddenly become an expert in gaydar. “Your gaydar is quite accurate…”

Gu Juncheng scoffed. “The way he looks at you, it’s obvious. Can’t I see that?”

Cheng Xuyuan could only nod. “You’re right. It was my mistake in choosing friends…”

“I’m not stopping you from making friends…” Gu Juncheng looked down at his rice. “I just don’t like others being so affectionate with you. After all, we haven’t confirmed our relationship, and I feel insecure.”

Clearly, he was just a jealous pot, making excuses for himself…

Cheng Xuyuan tilted his chin toward Gu Juncheng’s bowl. “I know. I’ll keep my distance from him. Now eat.”

Only then did Gu Juncheng sulkily start eating.

“Oh, by the way.” Cheng Xuyuan, nearly done with his meal, shifted his attention to Gu Juncheng’s windbreaker. “Didn’t we agree to alternate wearing it? Odd days for me, even days for you. So why are you wearing it today?”

Gu Juncheng pursed his lips, muttering under his breath, “Because you annoyed me…”

“What did you say?” Cheng Xuyuan raised an eyebrow. This guy was becoming more like a sulking wife.

“I said I want to wear it openly with you, just once.” Gu Juncheng blinked at him. “Just once, really.”

Cheng Xuyuan was amused by his pleading eyes. He sighed, relenting, “Fine, since we’re both wearing it today.”

“Are you unhappy?” Gu Juncheng glared at him.

“No, no, no…” Cheng Xuyuan waved his hand, “I just feel like we’ve become the center of attention in the cafeteria.”

Indeed, in the vast university cafeteria, although Cheng Xuyuan and Gu Juncheng’s seats weren’t dead center, they had clearly become the focal point of everyone’s gaze.

Two strikingly different handsome boys sat together, eating, and even wore matching windbreakers. It was enough to fuel people’s imaginations…

After leaving the cafeteria, they walked side by side, drawing a hundred percent head-turning rate.

Cheng Xuyuan felt a bit embarrassed by the surrounding stares. He looked down at Gu Juncheng’s shoes until his voice broke the silence: “Does it bother you?”

Cheng Xuyuan hesitated.

“If it bothers you, I’ll head back to the dorm…” Gu Juncheng’s fingers tightened on his backpack strap.

Cheng Xuyuan shook his head. “It’s not bothersome, just… I’m not used to everyone staring at me like that.”

Gu Juncheng turned to him. “Was I too impulsive today?”

“Your temper isn’t great to begin with,” Cheng Xuyuan said seriously. “Of course, mine isn’t either. Next time, if you’re jealous, just tell me.”

Gu Juncheng’s lips curved slightly. He wanted to assert his dominance in front of those guys.

This handsome and outstanding young man was his alone.

“Only a few days left,” Gu Juncheng suddenly said. “You remember, right?”

Cheng Xuyuan thought for a moment, realizing he was referring to the final exams. He nodded, his voice uncertain: “Yes, I remember.”

His uncertainty wasn’t about his grades; it was about what would happen when he found the system.

But Cheng Xuyuan had no other choice.

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During exam week, he gave his all in every test, scouring his knowledge base thoroughly. He ensured he could score full marks on every question.

During this time, Gu Juncheng accompanied him whenever he wasn’t taking an exam. Exam preparation was busy and monotonous, but Gu Juncheng always brought tasty snacks to cheer him up when he felt tired.

In the library, they were the most harmonious pair.

As for Qi Zimo, Cheng Xuyuan shifted their tutoring sessions to the evenings after returning to the dorm. Although the time was compressed, he still reviewed all the key points with Qi Zimo, boosting his confidence.

“You’re a genius, truly.” Qi Zimo had said this more than once, admiration written all over his face. “I can’t put my admiration into words.”

“Then describe it with cake,” Cheng Xuyuan teased, extracting quite a few delicious treats from him.

Exam week lasted over a week, from New Year’s until mid-January. When they finished the last exam, everyone breathed a sigh of relief. During this time, students who usually played hard were now burning the midnight oil.

Cheng Xuyuan was the earliest to sleep in the dorm, and his exam performance was top-notch. He almost always finished early and filled his answer sheets to the brim. When teachers picked them up, their eyes widened in surprise.

After the exams, Cheng Xuyuan stayed a few more days with Gu Juncheng before booking his ticket home. He packed his bags and joined the Spring Festival travel rush.

His grades started coming out after Cheng Xuyuan returned home.

The first exam was calculus. Cheng Xuyuan felt a bit nervous as he checked the results. When the page displayed the number “100,” he breathed a sigh of relief and eagerly sent his score to Gu Juncheng.

While Gu Juncheng congratulated him, Qi Zimo messaged: “Thanks to Professor Cheng, my calculus score broke 85. It’s a miracle, touching the heavens and the earth, moving all of China, Cheng Xuyuan.”

Throughout the semester, Cheng Xuyuan never skipped a class. Whenever teachers had questions, they liked to call on him. As a result, his participation grades were consistently high, usually not lower than his test scores.

And then, the miracle happened.

Except for English, where he scored 98, Cheng Xuyuan aced every single course.

When the final exam results were out, everything settled. Cheng Xuyuan clicked the button to check his overall GPA for the semester.

4.95.

Cheng Xuyuan grabbed his phone and eagerly messaged Gu Juncheng: “My GPA is higher than yours.”

Gu Juncheng replied almost instantly: “So what?”

Cheng Xuyuan was about to send a message like “Let’s be together,” but an unexpected voice echoed in his mind. A powerful surge of brainwaves made him shudder.

“Plug-in No. 10287, the order in the ‘Pen God’ world has been disrupted. System reboot successful.”

Meanwhile, Gu Juncheng waited for ten minutes, but still didn’t receive a message from Cheng Xuyuan.

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Author’s note: 

Next chapter is the grand finale.

Today’s update will be complete, with more to come later.

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Plug-in Delivery System [Quick Transmigration] - v6c11

 

Chapter 78

Cheng Xuyuan stared into Gu Juncheng’s eyes for a while, then spontaneously reached out and hugged him, resting his chin on Gu Juncheng’s shoulder. They hadn’t spoken in a long time.

“Maybe this isn’t the best way to spend our time,” Gu Juncheng said, brushing Cheng Xuyuan’s unruly hair. “Taking up space without singing.”

Cheng Xuyuan picked up the microphone, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. “You choose a song, and this superstar will sing it for you.”

Gu Juncheng looked at him skeptically. “Are you really going to sing?”

“…Never mind,” Cheng Xuyuan obediently placed the microphone back. “If you want to hear it, I’ll hum it for you, hehe.”

But unexpectedly, Gu Juncheng took the small microphone and selected a love song. He began singing, surprising Cheng Xuyuan with his melodic voice.

His voice was magnetic, carrying a hint of tenderness and allure. His eyes held a playful glint as he sang to the young man beside him.

Cheng Xuyuan had heard this song many times before, but hearing it from Gu Juncheng’s lips gave it an entirely different feel.

Although Gu Juncheng wasn’t particularly skilled at singing, he was decent among ordinary people. Cheng Xuyuan couldn’t help but join in, unable to tear his gaze away from Gu Juncheng’s handsome face.

The song wasn’t very long, but within its heartfelt lyrics, Cheng Xuyuan found himself drawn to a particular section. When he heard those lines, his cheeks flushed, and his eyes sparkled as he looked into Gu Juncheng’s eyes.

“If heaven and earth are truly worthy of praise, it’s because of you that everything becomes lively…”

After the song ended, Gu Juncheng returned the microphone, licked his lips, and said to Cheng Xuyuan, “I’m hungry.”

“Come on, let me treat you to dinner,” Cheng Xuyuan hooked his arm around Gu Juncheng’s shoulder. “Consider it a reward for your serenading.”

Gu Juncheng allowed his antics, watching Cheng Xuyuan excitedly search for something delicious in the mall. Then he said, “I’ve shared my worries with you, so if you have anything on your mind, make sure to tell me.”

Cheng Xuyuan hesitated, and the smile on his face gradually faded. He did have something bothering him—the question of whether he could stay after finding the system. But clearly, that was something he couldn’t discuss with Gu Juncheng.

Seeing Cheng Xuyuan’s troubled expression, Gu Juncheng seemed to guess that he had something he didn’t want to share. So he said, “But I won’t force you. If you don’t want to talk about it, that’s okay.” 

Cheng Xuyuan lowered his head like a child who had done something wrong. His voice sounded somewhat dejected: “Give me some time; I still don’t know how to say it…”

“Okay,” Gu Juncheng half-encircled Cheng Xuyuan’s body. “As long as you’re willing to talk, I’ll wait as long as it takes.”

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After their recent shopping trip, it seemed that the relationship between the two had changed. Gu Juncheng, who used to silently care for Cheng Xuyuan, now began sending trivial messages on WeChat.

“Today’s sunrise was so beautiful.”

“My roommate was sleep-talking last night, reciting an English speech — it was hilarious.”

“There are so many idiots in the student council, but luckily, I don’t have to worry about their opinions.”

Cheng Xuyuan found this side of Gu Juncheng authentic; each message revealed his emotional trajectory.

Not long after midterms, the calculus teacher announced the exam answers in class and handed back the papers.

Everyone received their test papers — except Cheng Xuyuan.

“I’d like to commend a student here,” the calculus teacher addressed the class. “That student is Cheng Xuyuan. His performance this time surprised me…”

All eyes turned to Cheng Xuyuan, especially those from the Software Engineering classes. They were familiar with his name because he was a recognized campus heartthrob. Add to that his good-natured temperament, and many students — both male and female — had secretly confessed their feelings to him.

During the exam, when Cheng Xuyuan handed in his paper early, some suspected he hadn’t finished writing. After all, the test was quite challenging, and according to the unwritten rule of university, good-looking people weren’t expected to excel academically…

So when everyone heard the calculus teacher’s words, they couldn’t help but show surprise—except for Cheng Xuyuan’s dorm mates. They knew he genuinely studied hard.

Qi Zimo boldly guessed, “I saw someone with 94 points; you probably scored above 95.”

The other two roommates also speculated that Cheng Xuyuan’s grade might be between 96 and 98.

The calculus teacher’s voice rang out: “Let’s applaud and congratulate Cheng Xuyuan for achieving one of the few perfect scores in the entire school!”

The room erupted in astonishment.

In the midst of everyone’s astonished voices, Cheng Xuyuan calmly walked to the front of the classroom, collected his test paper, and looked as if he had anticipated this outcome.

Qi Zimo led the applause, clapping until his hands tingled. The room erupted in thunderous applause, expressing the highest respect for Cheng Xuyuan, the academic prodigy.

After class, Cheng Xuyuan promptly messaged Gu Juncheng: “Perfect score, hehe.” He attached a photo of the 100-point test paper.

Gu Juncheng replied instantly: “Impressive!”

A little later, he sent another message: “So, what do you want to eat tonight?”

Cheng Xuyuan typed with a smile: “I’m craving crab casserole.”

This perfect score in the midterms boosted Cheng Xuyuan’s confidence. Although he wasn’t initially worried about exams, achieving full marks this time gave him insight into the school’s test difficulty.

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As the weather turned colder, final exams loomed closer.

Qi Zimo, who usually didn’t study much, spent his time either hanging out with friends from the club or shopping for food. Occasionally, he flirted with upperclassmen. His life was undoubtedly more exciting than Cheng Xuyuan’s.

When Qi Zimo learned that there were only two weeks left until finals, panic set in. The dormitory was buzzing with anxiety, but Qi Zimo was the most nervous of them all.

One day, Qi Zimo brought an exquisitely packaged small cake to Cheng Xuyuan. With a coquettish tone, he said, “Cheng Cheng, I saw this cake while shopping today and thought you’d love it, so I bought it for you.”

Cheng Xuyuan glanced up from his English textbook, his response nonchalant. “You still have the energy to go shopping?”

“Shopping used to make me happy,” Qi Zimo sighed. “Now it just makes me nervous.”

“So, you’re not studying, then?”

Qi Zimo chuckled, placing the cake on Cheng Xuyuan’s desk. He clasped his hands together. “Can I still pray to you, the academic deity?”

“I’m no academic deity; praying to me won’t help.” Although Cheng Xuyuan said this, he had the best relationship with Qi Zimo in the dormitory. So he accepted the cake with a smile.

Qi Zimo looked at him pitifully. “Big bro, I’m counting on you for my upcoming revision…”

Cheng Xuyuan sighed. He couldn’t bear to see his friend fail, so he nodded.

“Great!” Qi Zimo swiftly pulled out his textbook from his bag. “I’ll rely on you for my calculus and linear algebra.”

Cheng Xuyuan agreed and informed Gu Juncheng about this arrangement. He assured Gu Juncheng that he would spend the next few days studying with Qi Zimo in the library.

Although Gu Juncheng felt a bit displeased, he didn’t say anything. After all, his sweetheart’s popularity was also essential.

After spending some time apart from Cheng Xuyuan, Gu Juncheng suddenly felt uncomfortable. Cheng Xuyuan experienced the same.

Being accustomed to each other’s company, their brief separation left them at a loss.

“This limit requires using the Lagrange formula…” Cheng Xuyuan patiently wrote out the solution steps on paper, effortlessly solving the challenging problem that had stumped Qi Zimo.

Qi Zimo watched him with admiration but also a hint of confusion. “Why do I feel like you explain problems so quickly? Although I understand, it still seems too fast…”

Could he not be fast? I just want to finish quickly and send this Buddha away! Cheng Xuyuan silently complained. But outwardly, he remained composed. “My problem-solving style is like this — I only write down the necessary steps if they lead to the correct answer.”

Qi Zimo nodded, half understanding. “Truly worthy of a genius.”

Coincidentally, final exams for their junior-year major courses were approaching. Gu Juncheng, diligent in his studies, felt little concern as he worked on planning the New Year’s Eve party for the student council.

However, Liu Yuda was different. As Gu Juncheng’s roommate, he often borrowed Gu Juncheng’s materials and relied on his guidance to achieve decent grades.

But this semester, Gu Juncheng was rarely in the dormitory. Liu Yuda had to fend for himself, so he brought his textbooks to the library.

As soon as he arrived, Liu Yuda noticed two young men sitting together.

Cheng Xuyuan wore a camel-colored windbreaker, his fair and slender face complemented by a glimpse of his wrist as he diligently wrote and drew on paper. The boy next to him gazed at Cheng Xuyuan with an expression of awe, occasionally showing a look of sudden enlightenment. Clearly, he was receiving tutoring.

Initially, Liu Yuda paid no attention, but something about Cheng Xuyuan’s clothes suddenly seemed familiar.

His curiosity got the better of him, and he discreetly snapped a photo of the scene with his phone, sending it to Gu Juncheng.

“Is this guy wearing the same outfit as you?” Liu Yuda asked.

The windbreaker Cheng Xuyuan had on was one they had bought together during a shopping trip. Liu Yuda was unaware of this, thinking it was a remarkable coincidence.

When Gu Juncheng heard the notification, he picked up his phone. The photo showed Cheng Xuyuan earnestly explaining a problem, while the boy beside him leaned in closely, even resting his chin on Cheng Xuyuan’s shoulder — an overly familiar gesture.

What infuriated Gu Juncheng most was the boy’s gaze. When he looked at Cheng Xuyuan, it held admiration, tinged with an unusual emotion. This emotion resembled that of the lecherous men who coveted Cheng Xuyuan’s beauty.

Frowning, Gu Juncheng abruptly stood up.

Five minutes later.

Gu Juncheng packed a few books into his bag, slung it over his shoulder, and strode out of the dormitory.

His roommate, Peng Yuan, glanced at him. “Where are you going?”

“The library.” Gu Juncheng’s voice carried a hint of coldness.

Peng Yuan looked surprised. “Didn’t you say you wouldn’t have time for the library these days?”

“I suddenly want to go.” Gu Juncheng walked out without looking back. His demeanor didn’t suggest a trip to the library; it seemed more like…

To catch someone in the act?

Peng Yuan shook his head, thinking his idea was crazy, and returned to his book.

Suddenly, he looked up again, rubbing his eyes.

Wasn’t Gu Juncheng wearing a different outfit just ten minutes ago.

Why change into another windbreaker for the library? Wasn’t that a bit vain?

Peng Yuan shook his head. Gu Juncheng was becoming increasingly enigmatic.

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Author’s Note: 

Qi Zimo: I just think Cheng Cheng looks good; there’s nothing more to it.

Calculating the end. Almost there.

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Chapter 77

The barbecue feast was thoroughly enjoyed. The restaurant’s owner hailed from northeastern China and was a skilled chef.

Gu Juncheng meticulously selected the best-looking skewers of barbecue and placed them earnestly in front of Cheng Xuyuan. He even refilled Cheng Xuyuan’s drink promptly, showing no signs of someone burdened with worries.

Cheng Xuyuan mumbled while gnawing on a piece of pork belly, “Gu Juncheng, you’re so good to me. What if I keep relying on you in the future?”

“Rely on me?” Gu Juncheng chuckled. “Aren’t I the one who’s always sticking around you like a leech?”

Cheng Xuyuan looked at him seriously, his lips and eyes shining. His voice carried a hint of uncertainty. “But… what if you stop liking me in the future? What if I still want to rely on you?”

Gu Juncheng popped a grilled pineapple slice into Cheng Xuyuan’s mouth, locking eyes with him. Just as he had expressed his feelings before, his gaze was sincere, like a gentle spring, yet resolute.

“I’ve told you that I like you,” Gu Juncheng said, looking at him. “But if you doubt my feelings, I can say it again anytime. I like you.”

Cheng Xuyuan paused mid-bite, a blush crossing his face. He lowered his gaze to the plate and murmured, “I didn’t doubt you. I just lack confidence in myself…”

“You lack confidence?” Gu Juncheng raised an eyebrow. “Yesterday, two guys and five girls confessed to you on the confession wall. If you lack confidence, who at Hangda University has any left?”

“It’s not about that…” Cheng Xuyuan hesitated.

“Are you worried about your GPA?” Gu Juncheng looked at him. “Although it’s challenging, with effort, you can improve. Besides, I’ve seen you grasp things quickly.”

Cheng Xuyuan wasn’t truly concerned about his grades or his charm. His worry stemmed from the uncertainty of what would happen after finding the system — whether he’d be forcibly sent to other worlds.

The answer remained uncertain.

He glanced at Gu Juncheng, who was still helping him choose barbecue. Smiling, Cheng Xuyuan said after a moment, “Alright, I’ll work hard.”

Both harboring their own thoughts, they finished the barbecue in a harmonious atmosphere.

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After dropping Cheng Xuyuan off at his dorm, Gu Juncheng headed straight to the student union office. Upon entering, he addressed the responsible teacher, “Teacher Chen, I voluntarily give up the student exchange spot.”

Teacher Chen adjusted his glasses in surprise. “Why don’t you reconsider? This opportunity is rare. You and Yuan Ke are outstanding students in our college. She mentioned your willingness to go, so I reserved the spot for you.”

“I won’t go.” Gu Juncheng stated firmly. “I recall it was only reported, not officially signed.”

Impressed by Gu Juncheng’s persistence, Teacher Chen didn’t argue further. He asked, “Even if being an exchange student could enhance your resume significantly, are you sure about giving up?”

Gu Juncheng looked directly at Teacher Chen. Each word was deliberate. “I voluntarily decline this opportunity. Please give it to someone who needs it.”

“Very well, I’ll remove your name from the list.” Teacher Chen wasn’t unreasonable. Still, he looked puzzled. “You’re usually someone who seizes opportunities. Why give up this time?”

Gu Juncheng and Teacher Chen locked eyes for a second. Then, Gu Juncheng politely replied, “Thank you, Teacher. I choose to give up because I want to stay at the university and accompany my wife.”

Teacher Chen nearly choked on his water. After recovering, he looked at Gu Juncheng and slowly raised his thumb. "Impressive, young man!"

“First of all, I apologize for any trouble I’ve caused you, Teacher,” Gu Juncheng nodded slightly. “But I hope you’ll understand.”

Teacher Chen took a sip of tea, his gaze piercing through his glasses as he said, “Whether I understand or not isn’t crucial, but I believe your partner should have the right to know. Their understanding matters most.”

Gu Juncheng solemnly nodded. “I understand. Thank you, Teacher Chen.”

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Leaving Teacher Chen’s office, Gu Juncheng didn’t head directly to find Cheng Xuyuan. Instead, he furrowed his brow and sent a WeChat message to Yuan Ke: “Where are you now?”

Yuan Ke received the message and responded excitedly with a 54-second voice note.

Gu Juncheng didn’t bother listening; he converted it to text and glanced at it expressionlessly.

“I’m currently at the Student Activity Center. Are you trying to thank me for securing the exchange student spot for you? Let me tell you, it’s my duty, and if you want to express gratitude, we can take care of each other during our exchange student experience…”

Suppressing the urge to curse, Gu Juncheng replied, “Wait where you are.”

Although the message carried annoyance, Yuan Ke, in her love-struck state, interpreted it differently. She found Gu Juncheng’s authoritative command quite attractive.

When Gu Juncheng arrived at the Student Activity Center, everyone already knew the news. They cast admiring or suggestive glances at Yuan Ke. Blushing, she walked up to Gu Juncheng.

Lowering her head, she coquettishly said, “You didn’t need to come find me personally. The exchange student spot rightfully belongs to you…”

“I know,” Gu Juncheng coldly observed her. “Indeed, I deserve this spot. Everyone has witnessed my contributions in the student union. There’s no need for you to emphasize it.”

Yuan Ke looked up at him, bewildered.

Gu Juncheng continued in a stern tone, “Yuan Ke, when you reported the spot, did you think it was appropriate for a vice president to make that decision without informing me?”

Her eyes welled up, and she pitifully said, “I did it for your own good…”

A male student nearby couldn’t bear it any longer. But given Gu Juncheng’s high standing in the student union, they cautiously said, “President, maybe you shouldn’t be so hard on Senior Yuan. After all, she fought for the spot for you…”

“For me?” Gu Juncheng raised an eyebrow at the group. “So, are you all implying that without Yuan Ke’s help, I couldn’t have secured this spot?”

“No, that’s not what we meant…”

“Teacher Chen did express his intention to give me the spot, but I don’t need anyone else making decisions for me.” Gu Juncheng looked seriously at the juniors. “You’re all sophomores now. Shouldn’t you understand the meaning of respect?”

“Juncheng, I didn’t expect you to be this angry. We’ll both be exchange students in the future. You don’t need to…”

Gu Juncheng’s gaze remained icy as he cut her off. "Whoever wants to go can go. I never said I wanted to be an exchange student."

The people present all widened their eyes in astonishment. After all, this was a fully funded exchange program, and there were only a few spots available in the entire school. Gu Juncheng had just declined it?!

Yuan Ke also stared at him in disbelief, her voice trembling as she asked, “You… you’re not going?!”

Gu Juncheng turned away, not wanting to say anything more.

Yuan Ke shouted after his retreating figure, “Why?! Do you realize how precious this opportunity is?”

Without looking back, Gu Juncheng replied, “I have no obligation to report to you. Please refrain from making such low-level mistakes again. And by the way, we’re not close, so stop casually calling me ‘Juncheng.’ Is it that hard to use my full name?”

His words left everyone dumbfounded. Tears welled up in Yuan Ke’s eyes. As Gu Juncheng walked away, a male student whispered, “This is too much…”

Gu Juncheng ignored them, took a deep breath, and suppressed his anger as he left the Student Activity Center.

Alone on the rooftop, he pulled out a pack of cigarettes and lit one. It had been a while since he’d smoked, but now he felt overwhelmed. Should he tell Cheng Xuyuan about this?

If he did, it might burden Cheng Xuyuan. But if they kept hiding things, they’d only accumulate debts between them, drifting further apart.

Just then, Cheng Xuyuan sent him a message.

“It’s getting cold. Want to go shopping for clothes? Will you accompany me?”

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Cheng Xuyuan didn’t really need new clothes, but half an hour ago, he’d seen a message in their class group chat.

Apparently, a girl from Software Engineering Class 2 was in the student union. She had a gossipy personality and had enthusiastically recounted the scene she witnessed: the vice president of the student union had secured an exchange student spot without the president’s consent, and it seemed the president wasn’t pleased and had even gotten angry.

The comments in the group chat were overwhelmingly supportive of the president.

“Such nerve! Making decisions without anyone’s consent.”

“Yeah, like those annoying parents who never respect others.”

“Exchange student spots are hard to come by, but not everyone wants to go…”

“Wait, isn’t the president Gu Juncheng?”

Reading the messages, Cheng Xuyuan furrowed his brow. He recalled seeing Gu Juncheng looking troubled earlier near the school building. Although he’d quickly hidden it, Cheng Xuyuan had noticed.

So, Cheng Xuyuan messaged him to go shopping.

Gu Juncheng extinguished the cigarette, rinsed his mouth carefully with mouthwash, and sprayed a bit of Cheng Xuyuan’s favorite “Morning After” scent on his collar and cuffs.

After these preparations, he replied to Cheng Xuyuan, “Sure.”

When they met, Cheng Xuyuan still caught a whiff of tobacco on Gu Juncheng. He didn’t say anything, just followed behind him, occasionally sharing funny stories from their dorm.

The atmosphere between them felt delicate.

At the mall, Cheng Xuyuan picked out a jacket for himself while helping Gu Juncheng browse as well.

“This outfit looks good,” Cheng Xuyuan picked up the clothes and compared them in front of Gu Juncheng. “It complements your complexion. Maybe you should buy this set?”

Gu Juncheng blinked. “And what about you?”

Cheng Xuyuan grinned, a touch of pride in his expression. “My skin is fair, so I can wear clothes of any color. As long as you like it, I’ll buy the same one.”

Gu Juncheng took the clothes from him, then ruffled his hair affectionately. He smiled. “Alright.”

Cheng Xuyuan teased him. “You’re so indecisive. It makes me feel like you’re just going along with it.”

Gu Juncheng tried on the outfit, and indeed, it looked good on him. He turned to Cheng Xuyuan. “Clothes are meant for you to see, not me or anyone else. I’ll wear whatever you like.”

Caught off guard by his sweet response, Cheng Xuyuan playfully glared at him. “You’re quite the smooth talker.”

They both ended up buying the same long coat. Cheng Xuyuan insisted on paying, swiping his card. “Consider this my gift to you. Make sure to wear it often,” he said.

Gu Juncheng nodded with a smile. “Sure.”

Cheng Xuyuan couldn’t help but comment, “Why do you always say ‘sure’? You weren’t like this before.”

Gu Juncheng looked into his eyes seriously. “Because my wife means everything to me.”

Cheng Xuyuan blushed, averting his gaze. For a moment, he was speechless.

Gu Juncheng smiled as he watched the other’s retreating figure, his eyes filled with indulgence. He truly adored how this feisty little guy, who challenged everything, became flustered in his presence.

As they passed a mobile mini KTV booth in the mall, equipped with everything needed for karaoke, Cheng Xuyuan suddenly glanced around and reached out to pull Gu Juncheng inside.

“What are we doing here?” Gu Juncheng looked puzzled. The small booth felt cramped with two big guys inside. “I don’t know how to sing.”

“Neither do I,” Cheng Xuyuan chuckled, his eyes twinkling mischievously, momentarily distracting Gu Juncheng.

After a while, Gu Juncheng asked, “So why did you bring me here?”

Cheng Xuyuan leaned closer, whispering, “Is there something you want to tell me?”

Gu Juncheng was left speechless.

“If you don’t want to talk, I won’t force you,” Cheng Xuyuan said, looking down and fiddling with the small microphone in his hand. “But if you do want to share, I’m your confidant anytime.”

Gu Juncheng suddenly hugged him.

The broad and warm chest left Cheng Xuyuan momentarily stunned. The mingling scents of perfume and tobacco played with his senses.

Gu Juncheng pressed his chin against Cheng Xuyuan’s forehead, his voice resonating from above. “Yuan Ke — that idiot — applied for an exchange student spot without my consent. I had to spend ages talking to Professor Chen to sort it out. I warned her to stay out of my business, but her backup admirers think I’ve gone too far…”

Gu Juncheng poured out all his frustrations in one breath, his voice sounding heavy.

Cheng Xuyuan remained silent for a while.

Gu Juncheng whispered, “Do you think I’m narrow-minded and too grudge-holding?”

Cheng Xuyuan chuckled in his embrace, his laughter trembling.

Suddenly, he lifted his head to look at Gu Juncheng and said, “You’re too forgiving. If it were me, I might have splashed makeup remover on that Yuan Ke right then and there.”

Gu Juncheng found his teasing amusing.

“Are you sure you want to give up the exchange student spot?” Cheng Xuyuan asked seriously.

Without hesitation, Gu Juncheng nodded.

“For the sake of just one person — me — would you sacrifice potential future opportunities?” Cheng Xuyuan looked at him intently.

Gu Juncheng reached out, pinching Cheng Xuyuan’s nose, and whispered in his ear, “As long as it doesn’t involve my future without you, I don’t want any of it.”

Cheng Xuyuan stared at him, lost in the depths of Gu Juncheng’s eyes — like a galaxy in the sky.

“Life is fleeting. Why let irrelevant people occupy my world? As long as you’re willing, I’ll be there with you every step of the way.” 

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Chapter 76

Cheng Xuyuan was caught off guard, his eyes flickering with uncertainty. Instinctively, he tried to push the person off him, but his hands met a solid chest, and his face flushed instantly.

Thankfully, the room was already dark, and Gu Juncheng couldn’t see his expression; otherwise, Cheng Xuyuan would surely die of embarrassment.

Gu Juncheng leaned in closer to Cheng Xuyuan’s ear, like a hunter closing in on captured prey. His voice was unusually clear in the darkness: “Are you feeling shy?”

Gu Juncheng asked this because he could clearly sense the tension and unease in the person beneath him.

Cheng Xuyuan remained silent for a moment, then whispered, “…You’re too heavy. I can’t breathe.”

Using his arms, Gu Juncheng propped himself up slightly. In the next second, just as Cheng Xuyuan was about to exhale, two soft, warm lips landed on his cheek.

The kiss was incredibly gentle, so light that Cheng Xuyuan wondered if he was imagining it. Heat spread from the kissed spot, quickly engulfing his entire body.

Suppressing the urge to kiss his lips, Gu Juncheng moved away and gently ruffled Cheng Xuyuan’s hair. “Go to sleep; it’s late.”

“Um…” Cheng Xuyuan’s heart continued to race wildly, like a startled deer darting in all directions, threatening to burst out of his chest.

Suddenly, he called out Gu Juncheng’s name: “Gu Juncheng…”

In the darkness, Gu Juncheng watched him, able to discern his faint silhouette. The scent of shower gel lingered in the air, and Gu Juncheng’s voice remained as clear as ever.

“If my GPA surpasses yours this semester, then we’ll be together.”

Cheng Xuyuan’s sudden statement left Gu Juncheng momentarily stunned. Then he chuckled, a low sound tinged with indulgence. “Do you even know my GPA?”

Curious, Cheng Xuyuan looked at him and replied, “I know you perform exceptionally well. I’d guess it’s above 4.5?”

“4.5?” Gu Juncheng’s laughter grew more pronounced. He playfully pinched Cheng Xuyuan’s cheek. “Are you underestimating your future boyfriend?”

“What is it, then?”

“4.82.” Gu Juncheng’s tone held a touch of pride. He wasn’t one to flaunt his grades publicly, even though he had been the top scorer in the college entrance exam. But in front of Cheng Xuyuan, he couldn’t help but become a bit smug.

“…That high?!” Cheng Xuyuan stared at him in astonishment.

At their university, GPA was calculated as follows: If a course received a perfect score of 100, the GPA would be 5.0. For each point below 100, 0.1 was deducted. Thus, a GPA of 4.82 meant that Gu Juncheng scored nearly 98 or above in every subject. In other words, for Cheng Xuyuan to surpass him, he’d need to ensure every course’s total score exceeded 98.

For students at their university, this was an almost unattainable legend.

“You can change the condition now,” Gu Juncheng kindly suggested.

Cheng Xuyuan scoffed, refusing to back down. “It’s just 4.82. I can achieve that — score above 98 in every subject.”

Gu Juncheng playfully pinched his nose. “If you’re talking about exam scores, I’m close to perfect in every subject. But the overall grade also depends on teachers’ evaluations. So, are you really that confident?”

Cheng Xuyuan fell silent.

He wasn’t adept at building relationships with teachers. Back in school, he was merely a diligent student; no teacher had ever favored him. Considering the overall grade, Cheng Xuyuan might not surpass Gu Juncheng.

However, Cheng Xuyuan never showed weakness in such matters.

“I said I’d surpass you, and I will.” Cheng Xuyuan confidently set his goal. “Don’t underestimate me.”

“Alright.” Gu Juncheng’s tone turned serious. “Since you’re so determined, I’ll hold myself accountable for your grades. University exams are different from high school, and consistent performance matters. I’ll keep an eye on you.”

Cheng Xuyuan felt an odd sensation. He was naturally competitive, and Gu Juncheng’s “supervision” didn’t bother him at all.

“My target isn’t high — 4.83 will do,” Cheng Xuyuan grinned. “Can I achieve it, Professor Gu?”

Gu Juncheng kissed his forehead, more naturally this time, like an intimate gesture between lovers. “For the sake of my future wife, I must.” He added, “Sleep well; I’ve already given you a goodnight kiss.”

Cheng Xuyuan leaned in, carefully kissing Gu Juncheng’s cheek. “Returning the favor.”

They spent the night together on the same bed, nothing more.

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The next morning, Cheng Xuyuan woke up to find Gu Juncheng gone. As he got out of bed, the clock on the wall read exactly 9:00.

Passing the table, he noticed a note.

“I’ve gone to buy breakfast. Freshen up and use my toothbrush.”

Cheng Xuyuan was a bit germophobic, but this time, he didn’t mind. In fact, brushing his teeth with Gu Juncheng’s toothbrush made him oddly happy.

When he finished, Gu Juncheng returned with a bag of breakfast. He placed pan-fried dumplings and steamed buns on the table, their aroma instantly captivating Cheng Xuyuan.

Gu Juncheng knew Cheng Xuyuan’s appetite well, so he bought plenty of food. Cheng Xuyuan ate to his heart’s content.

However, the joyful moment was short-lived. Just after finishing his meal, Gu Juncheng said, “We have a few days left during the National Day holiday. You’ll study with me in the library. I’ll help you create a study plan.”

Cheng Xuyuan protested like an elementary school student avoiding homework. “But we’ve just started the semester…”

“Do you want to end up like those people who cry about choosing the wrong major when finals arrive?” Gu Juncheng said sternly. “University studies are like boiling a frog in warm water. If you don’t work hard during regular days, it’ll be too late to cram at the end.”

Cheng Xuyuan was startled by Gu Juncheng’s serious expression. Why did he even propose this condition in the first place?

“But I don’t have suitable clothes… Can I…” Cheng Xuyuan tried to resist.

Without wasting words, Gu Juncheng handed him one of his shirts and jeans. He rolled up Cheng Xuyuan’s pant legs and tucked one side of the shirt into the pants. The oversized clothing suddenly gave Cheng Xuyuan a fashionable look.

“Alright, I’ll take you back to your dorm to get your textbooks, and then we’ll head to the library. No more excuses,” Gu Juncheng said, ruffling Cheng Xuyuan’s hair. His stern gaze held a hint of indulgence.

Cheng Xuyuan obediently followed him to retrieve his textbooks from the dorm. He also shared mooncakes with his roommates before heading to the library.

Sitting face-to-face, Gu Juncheng took out a pen and began highlighting key points in Cheng Xuyuan’s calculus book.

Cheng Xuyuan glanced around and whispered, “Why are there so few people in the library?”

“Because it’s not yet finals season,” Gu Juncheng replied, handing the calculus book back. “First, go through the key concepts in these chapters, and make sure you understand all the example problems.”

Cheng Xuyuan’s knowledge base hadn’t failed him; the calculus content was easy for him. But seeing Gu Juncheng’s earnest expression, he nodded and diligently wrote and drew in the book.

“If you have any doubts, ask me directly,” Gu Juncheng said, picking up Cheng Xuyuan’s other math textbooks without looking up.

The variety and difficulty of math courses in the Computer Science department were second only to the Math department.

But for Cheng Xuyuan, none of it posed a challenge. He could easily grasp the solution methods, thanks to his Pen God skills.

However, he couldn’t just avoid asking Gu Juncheng questions, right?

So, Cheng Xuyuan put on an act, pretending not to understand. Occasionally, he bothered Gu Juncheng with a question. Gu Juncheng patiently explained each problem, thinking Cheng Xuyuan genuinely struggled.

Gu Juncheng’s seriousness was incredibly attractive. His focused gaze, powerful fingers writing, and distinct handwriting exuded charm. His profile resembled a perfect sculpture, and the faint mole on his nose distracted Cheng Xuyuan.

Noticing Cheng Xuyuan’s distraction, Gu Juncheng raised an eyebrow. “Did you understand this problem?”

Cheng Xuyuan shamelessly nodded. “Yes, Professor Gu, your explanation was excellent.”

“Then repeat it.”

Cheng Xuyuan’s audacity lay in the fact that even if he hadn’t listened, he could still correctly explain the solution. Gu Juncheng sighed, “Not bad. Keep working on the problems.”

In the first year, the courses were all general education classes, not as challenging as the specialized courses. However, at a top-tier institution like Hangda, aiming for scores above 98 in each subject still required meticulous study planning.

Gu Juncheng condensed a detailed timetable onto a single sheet of paper and instructed Cheng Xuyuan to follow it.

Cheng Xuyuan glanced at the schedule and found it manageable, so he agreed.

From then on, Cheng Xuyuan became the busiest person in the dormitory. Whenever he had free time, he headed to the library or study rooms. To improve his spoken English, he joined an English club and interacted with other students every weekend.

Although Cheng Xuyuan wasn’t the best English speaker in the club, almost everyone, including some international students, enjoyed talking to him. Two reasons contributed to this: first, Cheng Xuyuan was exceptionally good-looking, resulting in group photos with nearly every club member; second, despite not being the top English speaker, he remained humble and approachable.

This fulfilling and pleasant university life continued for over a month. During this time, Cheng Xuyuan and Gu Juncheng developed an unspoken understanding, gradually learning each other’s preferences.

For instance, Cheng Xuyuan accurately knew that Gu Juncheng favored the No. 8 cafeteria and loved the Di San Xian dish from Window No. 4. Meanwhile, Gu Juncheng had Cheng Xuyuan’s class schedule memorized. No matter which classroom Cheng Xuyuan was in or when he finished class, Gu Juncheng always waited downstairs to walk with him.

Qi Zimo described their relationship, saying, “You know, I feel like you’re the pendant Gu Juncheng wears when he tops up his phone — always attached to him.”

Cheng Xuyuan scoffed, “Isn’t he the pendant?”

Qi Zimo replied, “Well, as long as you’re happy.”

This routine continued until the day of the mid-term calculus exam.

It was the first time the freshmen faced a formal exam, and everyone had nervously prepared for days — except Cheng Xuyuan. He casually glanced through the textbook and could already guess what the teacher would ask.

As expected, during the exam, he finished all the questions in less than an hour. Since the mid-term exam contributed to the overall grade, he carefully reviewed his answers before submitting the paper.

His roommates knew he studied diligently, but they hadn’t expected him to be this exceptional. They stared at him in astonishment.

After leaving the exam area, Cheng Xuyuan spotted a familiar figure waiting for him.

However, the expression on that person’s face wasn’t good.

“Say that again?” Gu Juncheng held a phone, his brow furrowed as if he’d heard an unbelievable joke. “I’ve never submitted an application form. Who said I wanted to be an exchange student?!”

On the other end of the call, Liu Yuda sounded surprised too. “You haven’t submitted an application form? The student union allocates these spots, and Yuan Ke, the head, said you wanted to go abroad as an exchange student.”

Gu Juncheng suddenly understood the situation. He glanced at the young man beside him, took a deep breath, and said, “Let me explain in the dorm.”

Cheng Xuyuan walked up to him, puzzled. “What’s wrong? You don’t look happy.”

“Nothing.” Gu Juncheng, without his electric scooter today, held a sunshade and pulled Cheng Xuyuan closer. “Let’s go eat something delicious.”

Cheng Xuyuan hesitated, looking into his eyes. “Are you sure everything’s okay?”

Gu Juncheng smiled, his eyes twinkling like stars, revealing no hint of worry. “There is something — I want to treat my little sweetheart to barbecue.”

“Why barbecue?” Cheng Xuyuan’s eyes lit up at the mention of it.

“To reward you for submitting your paper early.” Gu Juncheng pinched his cheek. “I bet you’ll get a perfect score this time.”

Cheng Xuyuan gazed at him. In those clear, gentle eyes, he felt endless care and warmth, as if he could forget all his troubles.

As long as Gu Juncheng was by his side, there would never be any worries.

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Author’s Note: 

The grading rules vary between schools; don’t take it too seriously.

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Chapter 75

Cheng Xuyuan was somewhat flustered by Gu Juncheng’s voice. He didn’t realize that a person could embody the word “sexy” so thoroughly just through their voice.

“Go… to your house?” Cheng Xuyuan came back to his senses from his voice, looking at him incredulously, “Isn’t that inappropriate?”

“What’s inappropriate about it?” Gu Juncheng blinked at him, “You don’t think I would do something to you, do you? Little Junior Cheng, when did you become so timid?”

Cheng Xuyuan’s eyebrows furrowed slightly, he retorted defiantly, “Fine, let’s go. What can you do to me? Believe it or not, I’ll tear your house down from the inside out.”

Gu Juncheng naturally hooked his arm around his shoulder, saying with a smile yet not a smile, “That definitely can’t happen. You’re a guest, I will certainly treat you well.”

Gu Juncheng’s rented house is in a community near the school. The rent is not cheap, but he earns a lot from his weekend part-time job. His scholarship is also generous enough to make people envious, so he didn’t look for someone to share the rent.

When the two of them arrived at the community by bus, Qi Zimo sent a message to Cheng Xuyuan, “Not coming back?”

Cheng Xuyuan replied to him, “Hmm.”

Qi Zimo responded instantly, “Impressive, you’ve hit a home run so quickly.”

“What are you talking about?!” Cheng Xuyuan wanted to pull this kid out and give him a beating, “I just watched a movie too late!”

“No need to say more, wish you happiness.”

Cheng Xuyuan simply switched his phone to airplane mode to avoid getting annoyed.

There was a milk tea shop downstairs in the community. Gu Juncheng took him in on the way and bought the last two cups of milk tea before closing time.

Cheng Xuyuan touched his stomach and hesitated as he looked at the milk tea. He usually has a habit of running at night, but today he not only didn’t run, but also ate so much. He was afraid he might gain a few pounds…

“What’s wrong?” Gu Juncheng glanced at him, “Afraid of gaining weight?”

Cheng Xuyuan nodded.

“When did you start caring so much about your image?” Gu Juncheng casually asked.

Cheng Xuyuan, too lazy to look at him, feigned indifference and said, “I don’t care about my image. I’m just worried that your old car won’t be able to carry me if I gain weight!”

Gu Juncheng laughed, almost choking. After laughing for a while, he looked at Cheng Xuyuan and said, “If you get fat, you get fat. If the tires burst, I’ll take responsibility.”

Cheng Xuyuan was also amused and started drinking his milk tea, “Idiot, I’ll run an extra ten laps tomorrow and burn it off.”

“Do you think you’ve gained weight recently?” Gu Juncheng suddenly looked at his face very seriously.

Cheng Xuyuan was taken aback and then answered, “It seems like I have gained weight…”

“That’s because…” Gu Juncheng stared straight at him, “Your weight in my heart has become heavier.”

“Pfft–”

Cheng Xuyuan spat out a mouthful of milk tea, catching Gu Juncheng off guard and spraying his face.

“You…” Cheng Xuyuan looked at him innocently, “Don’t suddenly say such cheesy lines to me… I’m sorry, it’s really too cheesy…”

Gu Juncheng, with a face of despair, took out a tissue to wipe his face, saying as he wiped, “Others want to hear it, but I don’t want to say it…”

Cheng Xuyuan also picked up a piece of paper, reached out to help him wipe the places he hadn’t wiped clean, and laughed helplessly, “Alright, alright, go ahead, cheesy daddy Gu Juncheng.”

Suddenly, Gu Juncheng grabbed his hand.

Under the streetlight, the shadows of the two young men were cast long and slender.

“Gu Juncheng…” Cheng Xuyuan suddenly said to him, “There’s something on your face.”

Gu Juncheng subconsciously reached out to touch his face, but he didn’t feel anything. He asked him in confusion, “What’s there?”

Cheng Xuyuan tiptoed up to his ear and whispered, “It’s a bit handsome.”

Gu Juncheng’s mouth twitched at first, then seeing the young man laughing wildly in front of him, he couldn’t help but smile too. He took his hand and walked towards the apartment, saying as they walked, “If you have any more sweet words, we can talk about them at my place.”

Cheng Xuyuan’s hand, held by him, trembled slightly, and he couldn’t laugh anymore.

He was thinking to himself, if Gu Juncheng really did something to him, he would…

Just as Cheng Xuyuan was lost in thought, the elevator arrived at the 20th floor. Gu Juncheng led him to a room with a Japanese-style curtain hanging at the entrance. On the curtain was a little deer raising its head in front of the morning sun, its eyes clear and gentle.

Cheng Xuyuan couldn’t help but say, “This little deer is so beautiful.”

Gu Juncheng opened the door, and a fresh fragrance came rushing out. He turned back to look at the young man, smiled, and said, “Yes, it’s beautiful.”

The furnishings in the room took Cheng Xuyuan by surprise.

The interior was not large, consisting of a living room, a bedroom, and a separate bathroom. However, all the furniture was minimalist in Nordic style, with a clever combination of black, white, and gray.

Upon turning on the cool white chandelier, one could see a large bed in the bedroom. A few thick novels were placed on the shelves on the wall, and the surroundings were clean, unlike a typical boy’s room.

The bed faced a floor-to-ceiling window, offering a bird’s-eye view of the entire university.

In front of the window was a foldable white wooden table. Gu Juncheng opened it, placed two cups of milk tea on it, and then said to Cheng Xuyuan, “You go take a shower first. You can wear my pajamas.”

“Uh…” Cheng Xuyuan hesitated for a moment and asked, “But I don’t have any underwear. What should I do?”

Gu Juncheng obviously hadn’t thought about this problem. He stared blankly at Cheng Xuyuan. After a minute, he slowly said, “Then… how about wearing mine?”

After saying this, seemingly afraid that the situation would become too awkward, Gu Juncheng didn’t wait for his answer. He went straight to the wardrobe and started rummaging. Finally, he took out a clean pair of black underwear and handed it to Cheng Xuyuan.

Cheng Xuyuan was in a dilemma, not knowing whether to accept it or not. It wasn’t until Gu Juncheng urged him that he slowly reached out to take it.

“Have you worn it?” Cheng Xuyuan asked hesitantly.

“Nonsense, why would I buy it if I didn’t wear it?” Gu Juncheng rolled his eyes, “Don’t worry, it’s clean. Go take a shower.”

Cheng Xuyuan still stood in place, unwilling to move.

Gu Juncheng looked at him in confusion. Suddenly, as if understanding something, he asked with a suppressed laugh, “Is it too big for you?”

Cheng Xuyuan’s face turned red. Feeling his pride had been insulted, he clenched the underwear in his hand and said to Gu Juncheng through gritted teeth, “What does it matter if it's big or not, I'm still wearing this.”

“Then you should go take a shower,” Gu Juncheng said, holding back his laughter. As soon as the other person entered the bathroom, he burst out laughing, so hard that the glass started to vibrate.

Cheng Xuyuan turned on the shower head loudly to cover up his annoying laughter. After absentmindedly taking a shower, he picked up Gu Juncheng's underwear and compared them...

It does seem to be one size larger.

Cheng Xuyuan put on his underwear calmly and walked out of the bathroom with an indifferent expression.

Gu Juncheng's eyes stayed on the lines of his body, and his eyes became hot for a moment. He suppressed a certain impulse and handed him a set of pajamas without saying a word.

Cheng Xuyuan quickly put it on. The pajamas were one size too big, making him look unexpectedly cute for a man who was 1.8 meters tall.

Gu Juncheng looked away in panic, held a set of clothes in front of him, and hurriedly walked into the bathroom.

He had already been mentally prepared, but when he saw Cheng Xuyuan's fair and tight body, he still inevitably had a reaction. He washed himself with cold water for a long time before he could "calm down".

However, when Gu Juncheng just came out of the bathroom, he saw Cheng Xuyuan with his back to him, lying on the bed playing with his mobile phone, his two white feet raised high, shaking non-stop.

Gu Juncheng said in a hoarse voice: “Go to bed early and stop playing with your phone.”

Cheng Xuyuan didn't realize at all how provocative his posture was, and responded absently: “Well...”

At this moment, it was already midnight.

Gu Juncheng turned off the room’s main light and switched on the bedside lamp. The dim yellow light cast an ambiguous glow. Cheng Xuyuan glanced back at him and whispered, “Do you want to sleep together?”

In the subdued light, Gu Juncheng’s Adam’s apple bobbed slightly. He softly replied, “Mmm,” then sat down on the edge of the bed, saying to Cheng Xuyuan, “You take the inside.”

Cheng Xuyuan obediently pulled back the covers and settled in. Gu Juncheng turned off the bedside lamp. In the darkness, they couldn’t see each other’s expressions, only the rhythmic sound of their breathing.

The freshly washed sheets carried a faint fragrance, mingled with Gu Juncheng’s scent and a hint of tobacco.

Suddenly, Cheng Xuyuan felt a bit warm.

Gu Juncheng appeared calm, lying on his side with closed eyes. He faced Cheng Xuyuan but remained at a slight distance, seemingly drifting off to sleep.

Quietly, Cheng Xuyuan shifted a little closer toward him.

Gu Juncheng didn’t react.

Cheng Xuyuan moved a bit more.

Gu Juncheng still kept his eyes shut.

Cheng Xuyuan inched even closer, until they were near enough to feel each other’s breath.

Gu Juncheng suddenly opened his eyes. He reached out and grabbed Cheng Xuyuan’s arm, his voice hoarse as he said, “Be a good boy and go to sleep. Don’t provoke me.”

Cheng Xuyuan stared at his eyes, sensing a hint of restraint and patience even in the darkness.

Feeling a bit fearful, Cheng Xuyuan shifted back slightly.

“Don’t worry,” Gu Juncheng closed his eyes, turned away, and said, “Until we’ve confirmed our relationship, I won’t do anything to you.”

Cheng Xuyuan blinked and used his finger to write a few words on Gu Juncheng’s back.

Gu Juncheng couldn’t decipher what he had written, so he asked, “What did you write?”

“Tang Sanzang,” Cheng Xuyuan replied.

Cheng Xuyuan couldn’t help but laugh softly. His laughter sounded playful and teasing in the nighttime room. Gu Juncheng resisted the urge to pin him down and said coldly, “Go to sleep.”

Cheng Xuyuan responded with an “Oh.” But soon enough, he became restless again.

“Gu Juncheng, do you always live alone?” Cheng Xuyuan suddenly asked.

Gu Juncheng softly replied, “Yes, I’ve never brought anyone home.”

Cheng Xuyuan continued, “Isn’t it lonely living alone?”

“What are you trying to say?” Gu Juncheng opened his eyes, still listening to the little guy behind him.

Cheng Xuyuan said, “I used to live alone too. I always wanted to have a cat, to live with someone I liked, watching the cat grow day by day, year after year…”

Gu Juncheng remained silent.

Cheng Xuyuan glanced at his back and whispered, “Are you asleep?”

Then, he leaned closer to Gu Juncheng’s neck and softly said in his ear, “Goodnight…”

But in the next second, Gu Juncheng suddenly rolled over.

The sudden movement caused Gu Juncheng’s lips to brush against Cheng Xuyuan’s cheek.

Both of them froze.

Before Cheng Xuyuan could react, Gu Juncheng had already pressed down on him, punishingly bearing his weight. His hands were on either side of Cheng Xuyuan’s ears, and his eyes blazed with intensity.

“I told you to sleep properly. Why are you so disobedient?” Gu Juncheng leaned close to Cheng Xuyuan’s ear, his voice carrying an imperceptible playfulness. "Hmm?"

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Chapter 74

It was currently the afternoon, and the sun was scorching. Cheng Xuyuan purposely brought an umbrella with him. After getting on Gu Juncheng’s car, he opened the umbrella and held it high, then said to him, “Drive slower, or the umbrella will be blown away.”

“We’re all grown men, why do we need an umbrella?” Although Gu Juncheng said this, he still considerately slowed down the car, his eyes filled with a joyful smile.

Cheng Xuyuan naturally wrapped one arm around his waist and said earnestly, “The aging caused by ultraviolet rays is irreversible, and it can increase the risk of skin cancer. You better take it seriously.”

Gu Juncheng’s voice hid a hint of laughter, “Are you caring about me?”

“I guess so.” Cheng Xuyuan secretly laughed behind him, his eyes squinting into two arcs. People passing by were deeply attracted by this fleeting glimpse, “You’re already dark enough, you can’t get any darker.”

Actually, he was exaggerating a bit. Gu Juncheng would apply sunscreen from time to time, but compared to Cheng Xuyuan, he was indeed several shades darker.

Gu Juncheng "hmm"ed, then deliberately said, “My body is still very white, do you want to check?”

Upon hearing this, Cheng Xuyuan immediately pinched his waist and scolded, “Shameless rogue.”

“Ah!” Gu Juncheng was tickled and pained by the pinch, almost crashing the car into a tree next to them, “I was wrong, I was wrong…”

After they arrived at the school gate, Gu Juncheng parked his electric bike in the parking lot and then said to Cheng Xuyuan, “The shop is quite close, let’s take the bus.”

“I don’t have a bus card,” Cheng Xuyuan patted his pocket, “And I didn’t bring any cash.”

Gu Juncheng took out his own bus card and waved it in front of him, “Use mine.”

Cheng Xuyuan followed him out of the school gate and hesitated, “Isn’t it bad for me to keep taking advantage of you? Maybe I should give you some money…”

Gu Juncheng looked back at him and said softly, “I hope you take more advantage of me, in other ways too.”

Cheng Xuyuan laughed, “Aren’t you afraid I’ll use you and run away?”

“What’s there to be afraid of?” Gu Juncheng’s tone was nonchalant, “If you run away, I’ll just catch you and bring you back. Besides, this gives me a reason to keep you…”

“Damn, you’ve really thought about this, haven’t you?” Cheng Xuyuan laughed and playfully punched him in the back.

“The bus is here, come quickly.”

Gu Juncheng pulled Cheng Xuyuan’s hand and took him onto the bus. The bus was crowded, making Cheng Xuyuan very uncomfortable.

At that moment, Gu Juncheng held onto the top railing with one hand and half-hugged Cheng Xuyuan with the other, his long and strong arm encircling half of Cheng Xuyuan’s body.

Cheng Xuyuan could feel the other person’s chest pressing against his back through the fabric. He stiffened involuntarily and dared not move, allowing the other’s body heat to continuously transfer to him.

Gu Juncheng naturally brought his nose close to the back of Cheng Xuyuan’s head. He took a gentle sniff and whispered, “Your hair smells so good…”

Cheng Xuyuan rolled his eyes. The comment made him feel as if he was the female lead in a shampoo commercial, which gave him the chills.

Gu Juncheng stopped talking. The breath from his nose sprayed on the back of Cheng Xuyuan’s head. The warm and moist sensation oddly comforted him.

Gradually, his body relaxed, and he subconsciously leaned against the other’s chest.

No matter how much the carriage swayed, there was no need to worry about losing balance. This was a feeling of being protected that Cheng Xuyuan had never experienced before.

The two maintained this position until the bus arrived at the station. Gu Juncheng looked at Cheng Xuyuan’s somewhat distracted expression and suddenly said to him, “Your face is so red.”

“Huh?” Cheng Xuyuan quickly reached out to touch his face. Finding no increase in temperature, he realized he had been tricked. “You jerk, can’t you stop talking nonsense?”

In fact, there was a moment on the bus when his face did turn red.

Gu Juncheng laughed and said, “Maybe it’s too hot on the bus. When I start working, I’ll buy a car. The passenger seat will be reserved for you.”

Cheng Xuyuan retorted disdainfully, “I can drive too. You should sit in the passenger seat.”

The two “little devils” had a heated argument about “who should sit in the passenger seat”. Unconsciously, they arrived at the craft shop where the owner warmly welcomed them in.

Gu Juncheng took out the reservation number, and the owner arranged for a clerk to teach them the process of making mooncakes.

Actually, everything was already prepared, and the molds were ready. All they had to do was knead the egg yolk and flour together, following the given instructions.

The mischievous Gu Juncheng took advantage of Cheng Xuyuan’s inattention. He reached out and smeared flour on his nose, which made him glare angrily. He almost turned Gu Juncheng into a mooncake.

In the end, Gu Juncheng even took a photo with his phone. He laughed so hard that tears flew out, and he said while laughing, “Hahaha, you’re too cute…”

A clerk on the side watched the two with an ambiguous gaze. Trying to hold back a laugh, they kindly handed Cheng Xuyuan a tissue.

Cheng Xuyuan wiped his nose, which had turned a bit red from the rubbing. He glared at Gu Juncheng and said, “I’ll settle the score with you after the mooncakes are done.”

The two made more than twenty mooncakes in total. When the owner helped them pack, he reminded them that these should be eaten within a day as they could easily spoil without preservatives.

Gu Juncheng didn’t say a word. He thought to himself that if these weren’t to be shared with classmates, Cheng Xuyuan could probably finish them all in one night.

Sure enough, as soon as they left the craft shop, Cheng Xuyuan couldn’t help but take out two mooncakes. He quickly polished them off and nodded in satisfaction, saying, “The taste is not bad…”

To prevent him from eating all the mooncakes, Gu Juncheng took the initiative to suggest going for dinner first.

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After dinner, Gu Juncheng suddenly took out two movie tickets and handed them to Cheng Xuyuan. He said, “I bought tickets for a newly released art film. Shall we go watch it together?”

Cheng Xuyuan blinked and asked, “Why the sudden desire to watch a movie?”

Gu Juncheng looked into Cheng Xuyuan’s eyes. The scene of his first time going to the cinema with the Pen God flashed in his mind, stirring up a mix of emotions.

He said to Cheng Xuyuan, “Because… it’s been a long time since I watched a movie.”

“I see,” Cheng Xuyuan nodded, “Then I’ll reluctantly accompany you.”

Cheng Xuyuan thought that by “a long time”, Gu Juncheng meant several months. But in reality, ever since the Pen God left, Gu Juncheng hadn’t set foot in a cinema.

After the two entered the cinema, Gu Juncheng specifically asked, “You haven’t seen this movie before, right?”

“No, why?” Cheng Xuyuan looked at him in confusion.

“That’s good.” Gu Juncheng still remembered how he wanted to kill the Pen God for spoiling the plot.

Only after the movie started did Cheng Xuyuan realize that their tickets were for couple seats. Most of the audience were young couples. The content of the art film was refreshing. Besides love, it also contained many thought-provoking philosophies.

Both of them gradually immersed themselves in the movie.

When the film reached the scene of the car accident where the male and female leads were tragically separated, Cheng Xuyuan’s heart suddenly clenched. It felt as if he had experienced such a scene before… but he couldn’t remember anything.

Unable to resist, Cheng Xuyuan turned his head to see Gu Juncheng’s reaction, only to find that Gu was also looking at him. For a moment, as their eyes met, both of them were lost in thought.

On the big screen, the female lead’s cries were heartbreaking, moving many in the audience to tears.

Gu Juncheng didn’t know how much effort it took to hold back his own tears. If Cheng Xuyuan looked closely, he would see that his eyes were already red.

The scene in the film was just like the time when the Pen God had a car accident. Since then, he had not only cried a lot but also stopped smiling.

The movie ended in tragedy. The male lead eventually left the world, and the female lead lived alone in a small town. From then on, every person she fell in love with was him, yet none of them were him.

After the movie ended, the temperature outside the cinema dropped. The cold evening wind blew on Cheng Xuyuan’s face, making him feel inexplicably uncomfortable. He suddenly said to Gu Juncheng, “The ending of this movie… is really bad.”

Gu Juncheng casually said, “But many people have experienced such tragic separations. I find it quite realistic.”

“Yeah.” Cheng Xuyuan looked up at the starry sky, which seemed sparse under the city’s neon lights. “Apart from life and death, everything else is trivial.”

Suddenly, a striped shirt fell on Cheng Xuyuan’s shoulders. Gu Juncheng helped him put it on properly and said to the stunned Cheng Xuyuan, “It’s a bit cold. Don’t catch a cold. You are the most important thing in my life.”

The pleasant scent of the perfume on the shirt entered Cheng Xuyuan’s nose. The scent was so fitting for the current atmosphere that his breath became somewhat hot.

Cheng Xuyuan suddenly looked down at the floor and changed the subject, “What perfume did you spray? It… smells pretty good.”

“Morning After.” Gu Juncheng said the name of the perfume with a smile, “Does it smell good? It was a gift…”

Cheng Xuyuan looked up at him and asked with a frown, “What a weird name. Who gave it to you?”

Gu Juncheng didn’t expect Cheng Xuyuan to ask this question. He was taken aback and answered, “Just… a friend…”

“A gift after what?” Cheng Xuyuan was relentless.

Gu Juncheng heard the jealousy in his tone and realized that he was jealous. So he said with a smirk, “What do you think?”

Cheng Xuyuan turned around and walked away.

“Hey, hey, hey, I was wrong, I was wrong…”

Gu Juncheng caught up with him.

Cheng Xuyuan didn’t say a word.

“It’s just a normal birthday gift.”

Cheng Xuyuan still ignored him.

“And the friend is a straight man.”

Cheng Xuyuan glanced back at him, his tone somewhat softened, “It’s none of my business. Let’s go back to school.”

He clearly cared a lot… Gu Juncheng held back his laughter and said, “The school is already locked.”

Cheng Xuyuan suddenly looked at him and said in surprise, “Is it already that late…?”

Gu Juncheng laughed like a big bad wolf. He wouldn’t tell him that he deliberately bought tickets for a late-night movie so that they would have an excuse not to return to school after it ended.

“Then we should hurry and take a bus back. Even if the auntie takes our names, at least we can go back…”

“No need for that.” Gu Juncheng blinked, the corners of his mouth slightly raised, “I rent a house near the school. I usually stay there on weekends and holidays, and I will also stay there during my internship.”

Cheng Xuyuan looked at him, his mouth twitched, “You, you wouldn’t be thinking…”

“Yes.” Gu Juncheng lowered his head, leaned close to his ear, and said with a magnetic voice full of temptation, “Would you do me the honor of staying over at my place, my dear junior?”

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Chapter 73

“What… What?” Yuan Ke’s eyes widened, her long eyelashes making her look even more like a Barbie doll. “You want to pursue him? Are you joking? He’s a boy!”

“What’s so surprising about that?” Gu Juncheng regained his composure, his face filled with delight, and the corners of his lips couldn’t help but lift. “I like him, so I’ll pursue him. Is there a problem?”

Yuan Ke stammered, “Gu Juncheng, are… are you gay?”

Gu Juncheng had pondered this question himself. Before meeting the Pen God, he had never doubted his sexual orientation. But the undeniable fact is, he had truly fallen in love with the Pen God, and he felt sexual desire for him. This was something that couldn’t be changed.

So, Gu Juncheng’s response to Yuan Ke was, “Whether I’m gay or not is none of your business. Even if I was straight before, the person I like now is him.”

Yuan Ke said incredulously, “How can this be? I admit he is good-looking, but not to this extent…”

As Yuan Ke pointed at Cheng Xuyuan’s face, her voice became increasingly weak.

After a while, Yuan Ke said to Cheng Xuyuan in a mix of shame and anger, “Just because you’re good-looking, does that mean you can flirt with other guys? How can you be so shameless…”

“Splat–”

The unfinished ice slush fell onto Yuan Ke’s head. A few mango pieces rolled down her face, staining her white shirt.

Gu Juncheng withdrew his hand and looked at her coldly, saying decisively, “I’m giving you five seconds to leave.”

Yuan Ke’s delicate makeup was drenched by the ice slush, making her look like a mess. Unable to bear the humiliation, she started crying and shouted, “You two big guys are bullying me, are you even men?”

Cheng Xuyuan suddenly stood up.

Yuan Ke was startled by his icy demeanor and stopped crying, staring at him blankly.

Cheng Xuyuan walked over to her and said coldly, “Stand up.”

Trembling, Yuan Ke slowly stood up from her seat, looking fearfully at the young man.

Cheng Xuyuan handed her a pack of tissues and calmly said, “Go to the bathroom and wash your face. Also, who I like or who likes me has nothing to do with you.”

Before Yuan Ke could say anything else, Cheng Xuyuan continued, “I’ve already recorded your current pathetic state. If you say one more word, I’ll send it out immediately.”

“How dare you?!” Yuan Ke said furiously, “If you send it out, it will only prove that you guys are bullies!”

“No, I also recorded the part where you called me shameless.” Cheng Xuyuan smiled slightly, his eyes clear and bright. He didn’t feel like he had done anything wrong. “I wonder if people will still think you’re a beautiful and kind senior after they see it?”

Yuan Ke was so angry that she gritted her teeth. In the end, she could only glare at Cheng Xuyuan fiercely. She didn’t even take the tissue and rushed directly into the bathroom.

Gu Juncheng gave Cheng Xuyuan a thumbs up, “You’re amazing.”

“Where can I compare to you?” Cheng Xuyuan looked into his eyes, “I really didn’t expect you to treat her like this. I thought you were a gentleman.”

Gu Juncheng’s expression became somewhat serious. He said to Cheng Xuyuan, “No one can insult you.”

Cheng Xuyuan couldn’t help but curl his lips. He looked at Gu Juncheng and said, “Thank you, Senior Gu. I want to go back to the dormitory. Would you like to walk me back?”

Gu Juncheng was stunned for a moment, then his lips curled up, his eyes full of laughter. He said, “Sure.”

The two of them walked out of the dessert shop. The lights outside fell on them, and the hustle and bustle around them had nothing to do with them. For the first time, Gu Juncheng experienced what it felt like to be ambiguous.

The young man walked quietly beside him. He could see his long eyelashes, straight nose, and light thin lips just by turning his head slightly.

“Let’s go this way.”

Gu Juncheng suddenly said to Cheng Xuyuan.

“Huh?” Cheng Xuyuan was a bit confused, “Isn’t it closer to go that way?”

Gu Juncheng confidently said, “I’ve been walking for more than two years, I’m definitely not wrong. Let’s go this way.”

So, under Gu Juncheng’s guidance, Cheng Xuyuan took a roundabout route. It took nearly 20 minutes longer than usual. He wasn’t a fool, of course he knew why Gu Juncheng did this.

During these 20 minutes, Gu Juncheng got all of Cheng Xuyuan’s contact information.

Cheng Xuyuan didn’t expose him, and held back his laughter until he returned to the dormitory.

His roommates had just come back from KTV. Qi Zimo ran over to him with a curious face and asked mysteriously, “How is it, does Senior Gu like you?”

“Mm.” Cheng Xuyuan nodded calmly, “He said he wants to pursue me.”

“Alright,” Cheng Xuyuan calmly nodded, “He said he wants to pursue me.”

“Wow!”

Qi Zimo was shocked. They had just met and he’s already pursuing him?!

“Cheng Xuyuan,” Qi Zimo said seriously, looking at his face, “Even though you’re the most handsome guy I’ve ever seen, guys as outstanding as Senior Gu are rare. If you like him, don’t miss this chance.”

Cheng Xuyuan glanced at him and said with a hint of amusement, “Why are you more concerned about this than I am?”

“…Just consider me a fan of your pairing!” Qi Zimo was somewhat heartbroken. Whether it’s Cheng Xuyuan or Gu Juncheng, either one could sweep the entire gay circle. Them being together really leaves no room for others!

Cheng Xuyuan, with a hint of a smile but a nonchalant tone, said, “Let’s see. I haven’t agreed to him yet.”

“Damn, aren’t you too picky?” Qi Zimo looked at his face resentfully, shouting in his heart, ‘Why doesn’t any guy chase me?!’ Indeed, it’s a world that values looks…

That night, Qi Zimo applied five different types of facial masks in one go, almost falling asleep in the process. But every time he felt tired, he would look back at the young man behind him and tell himself to strive towards Cheng Xuyuan’s direction.

…Although it seemed unrealistic.

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The next morning, Gu Juncheng called Cheng Xuyuan, gently waking him up.

“…Are you sure you want to do this?” Cheng Xuyuan, still sleepy, looked at the ceiling, feeling his irritation at being woken up slowly rising, “If you call a few more times, I might not be able to resist blocking you.”

Gu Juncheng laughed on the phone, calmly saying, “I bought some soup dumplings from Chen’s, and also their freshly ground soy milk. I’m now downstairs at your dormitory…”

Cheng Xuyuan quickly changed his tone, “Wait for me, I’ll be right down.”

After saying that, he added, “No sneaking a bite.”

Cheng Xuyuan quickly brushed his teeth and washed his face. He casually applied some skincare products, put on clean and refreshing shorts and a t-shirt, slung a shoulder bag over his shoulder, and walked out of the dormitory.

Outside, Gu Juncheng was riding a small electric bike. Seeing him come out, he waved at him with a smile.

Cheng Xuyuan was wearing a blue and white striped t-shirt today, with shorts that only reached above his knees, and a pair of high-top black canvas shoes. As soon as he came out, Gu Juncheng’s gaze was attracted to his long and straight legs.

Cheng Xuyuan happily walked over to him, took the soup dumplings and soy milk he handed over, and said, “I’ve only eaten from their place once. I almost arrived late because of the queue, even though I got up very early that morning…”

Gu Juncheng said with some pride, “I’m impressive, right?”

“Impressive, I admire you,” Cheng Xuyuan sincerely praised.

“Get on,” Gu Juncheng patted the back seat of his bike, “I’ll take you to the academic area.”

Cheng Xuyuan paused for a moment, then asked, “Are you going to be my driver?”

“Right,” Gu Juncheng blinked, “I wonder if I have the honor?”

Cheng Xuyuan didn’t hesitate, directly striding over to sit behind him. The fresh scent from his body immediately drifted into Gu Juncheng’s nose, causing him to be momentarily dazed.

“Hold on tight.”

Gu Juncheng turned to look at him. His side profile was handsome and charming under the sunlight. Cheng Xuyuan could clearly see his eyes, calm and gentle like a spring, making people want to explore more.

The distance from the dormitory area to the academic area was quite far, but with Gu Juncheng driving, they quickly arrived at the bottom of the teaching building. Cheng Xuyuan held his breakfast in one hand and gently wrapped his other arm around Gu Juncheng’s waist. In the campus bathed in the morning sun, this scene looked beautiful and warm.

“Thank you,” Cheng Xuyuan got off the electric bike, “But you don’t have to do this in the future, it’s too much trouble for you.”

Gu Juncheng hooked up the corner of his mouth and said mischievously, “Then be my boyfriend, that way it won’t be a bother.”

“Shameless.”

Cheng Xuyuan made a face at him, then waved goodbye with a smile and walked into the teaching building.

While eating breakfast in the classroom, he couldn’t help but recall what Gu Juncheng had said.

Being his boyfriend…

It didn’t seem like a bad idea.

“But…”

“Wouldn’t it be too hasty to agree to him so quickly?” Cheng Xuyuan asked Qi Zimo during class, “Should I observe for a while longer?”

Qi Zimo furrowed his brows and thought seriously for a moment, then said, “That seems reasonable, but if you never agree to him, you also don’t have the right to accept his kindness.”

Cheng Xuyuan rested his chin on the desk and sighed.

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In the following days, Gu Juncheng appeared punctually downstairs at Cheng Xuyuan’s dormitory, buying different breakfasts every day.

Cheng Xuyuan curiously asked him, “How do you manage to buy so many delicious breakfasts, and they’re different every day?”

Gu Juncheng hooked up the corner of his mouth and said to him, “That’s a secret, only for my boyfriend to know.”

Cheng Xuyuan was immediately choked up.

During this period, Gu Juncheng took every opportunity to express his affection for him, always circling back to the topic of “being my boyfriend”.

Cheng Xuyuan went from initially scolding him for being shameless to gradually not opposing it.

Gu Juncheng seemed to know about his hesitation, gradually not expressing it so directly, but still giving him meticulous care every day. For a busy student council president, this was an unimaginable thing.

But Gu Juncheng did it.

“But…”

As the National Day holiday approached, the Mid-Autumn Festival also followed.

On this day, Gu Juncheng specially called Cheng Xuyuan and said, “Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival, shall I take you to make handmade mooncakes?”

Cheng Xuyuan, who was carefully applying sunscreen, casually asked, “What filling?”

“Egg yolk,” Gu Juncheng thought for a moment and added, “If you don’t like it, we can change it.”

“I like it. Wait for me downstairs.”

After saying that, Cheng Xuyuan hung up the phone. Qi Zimo floated by him and said in a low voice, “Cheng Xuyuan, why do I feel that you are paying more and more attention to skincare recently? You used to be too lazy to apply sunscreen.”

Cheng Xuyuan carefully selected in front of the wardrobe for a long time and finally chose a handsome water-blue shirt.

He calmly looked at Qi Zimo, slightly hooked the corner of his mouth and said, “I won’t tell you.”

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Author's Notes: 

Is the dog food delicious? (runs away)

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