Chapter 12: Narration

1036l OP

Let me see…

For example, when we went shopping for clothes, he thought I would treat it as just something friends do. But I saw those two items as something for partners!

Z mentioned that his family knew he was pursuing me and even provided him with funds. This is something I knew too. It was during the second semester of our sophomore year, which was also the first semester we were together.

… I misspoke; it’s just that from my side, it felt like the first semester we were together. During the May Day short break that semester, I went to z’s home to visit. Our families weren’t actually too far apart. Even though z is from the same province, and I’m from a neighboring province, it’s still quite close.

When I visited his home, his family’s attitude towards me was noticeably different. It wasn’t just the way they looked at z’s friend; they treated me more like a daughter-in-law or a younger sister. I don’t think of myself as a girl, it’s just an analogy.

At that time, I didn’t know that z had this perception. I thought he had already informed his family about us.

His family was also very kind. Although same-sex marriage had been legalized for several years now, there were still many people who couldn’t accept it. But they treated me well, and my being a guy didn’t change anything.

Then z’s sister-in-law asked me, with a secretive tone, if z was pursuing me and if I had agreed. She said I should play hard to get with z; men won’t treasure something they easily get.

I thought z had only told them about our agreement, that he pursued me but I couldn’t agree. However, I felt like I couldn’t let them think that z couldn’t win someone over. He’s so good…

So, when z wasn’t around, I told them the truth. Then z’s sister-in-law, sounding a bit disappointed, asked me why I agreed so quickly.

I told her that it’s because z is a great person, and I really like him.

They were a bit surprised, perhaps not expecting me to say that.

Then they all said they wanted to connect with me on WeChat and give me red envelopes. They were all so nice, which is probably how they raised someone I like so much.

Afterward, we stayed at z’s home for two days before returning to school. I initially thought that our lives wouldn’t change much, but I was wrong.

Because z is from the same province and his home is relatively close to the school, his family often sent things over to him. Since I visited his home and they learned about our relationship, the things they sent changed from one to two.

The things they sent weren’t expensive; they were all homemade food items. Things like sauces and marinated foods, just giving off a sense of home.

Last time, when we went strawberry picking, I made a lot of strawberry jam afterward. I sent some to my parents and had z take some to Uncle and Aunt.

Then they all praised me on WeChat, saying the jam was delicious. Z’s sister-in-law even said she’d give me a surprise in a few days.

And after waiting for two days, I received a bouquet of flowers. I was originally thinking of declining them, but when I saw her name on the card, I changed my mind.

I asked her, and she excitedly told me that those flowers were from their garden. They have different varieties for each season, and they select a portion of the best ones to give to family and friends.

She even suggested that I hold the flowers and tell z that they’re from a beautiful woman, to make him jealous.

I said it might not be a good idea.

She said she’s the beautiful woman, what’s wrong with that? Is there anything wrong with that!

Z’s sister-in-law is indeed a beauty, tall with a great figure, a commanding presence when she doesn’t speak, but a complete goof when she talks.

When I went back holding the flowers, z noticed them immediately. Before I could even speak, he asked in a slightly sour tone who they were from.

I told him they were from the beautiful woman in his family. After realizing, he then put on a somewhat pitiful expression and said that they never sent him anything. He went on to say that it seems they like you more after all.

After saying that, he added in a low voice, but it’s normal for them to like you.

At that moment, I found him so adorable. Even when pretending to be pitiful, he still explained himself, afraid that I might be unhappy.

Z didn’t he mention that we went on the Ferris wheel before? I had already guessed his intention. Although he acts quite straight in front of me, his thoughts are very meticulous.

I care about the meaning of every holiday and celebrate them with a sense of ceremony; when giving flowers, I pay attention to the language of flowers to convey the most accurate message; I think about some strange legends…

Moreover, many people know the significance of the highest point of the Ferris wheel. I don’t believe he doesn’t understand it. When he asked me if I wanted to ride it, his intentions were practically written on his face.

So, we went on it together, and he couldn’t wipe the smile off his face. Then, maybe he thought that even when we reached the highest point, we wouldn’t kiss, so his expression changed from happy to sad unpredictably.

I pretended to be very tired and said I wanted to rest for a while. His expression turned to one of regret, but he still didn’t make me stay awake.

Every time I suggested something, he agreed. When I said I wanted to eat something, he bought it for me. Although he wanted to cook for me himself, his culinary skills were really not suitable for the kitchen.

He thought about learning, but I firmly kicked him out. Can he even cook? It’s more like causing a kitchen disaster! I can cook, and he won’t starve.

Going off track here, in short, he buys me whatever I want and supports whatever I want to do. So, even though he felt regretful at the time, he gently let me sleep.

But I didn’t sleep; when we reached the highest point, I pretended to adjust my posture and gently kissed his cheek.

Although I couldn’t promise to confess my feelings, he didn’t say I couldn’t kiss him! He’s my boyfriend; I can kiss him! Even though it’s not a proper kiss, can’t this count? We’ll always be together.

1037l

By the way, what about the person who was pursuing me? Come out and tease me! Dual perspectives enjoying dog food, is this what you wanted? Doghead.jpg

1038l

What’s going on? The OP is in the stratosphere… With such a great wife, you’re not making a move?! Are you incapable?…

1039l

Why are you guys calling me out? I’m not jealous! Let me tell you, I feel like I’m making progress in pursuing someone. I’m going to see my wife; I don’t have time to chat with you single dogs!

1040l

??? Seriously, it’s like a dual-threaded conversation.

1041l

Hi, I’m looking forward to the OP’s reaction when they wake up.

1042l (OP)

Let me explain the “fishing” incident again. At that time, Z thought I was unhappy because I was offended by the term “fishing,” but that wasn’t the reason.

I was indeed a little unhappy at the time, but the reason was that he initially said I was “fishing” him, and later, he denied it!

Because the first time he confessed to me, he kept insisting that I should “fish” him and not give him too many advantages.

Although I remember this, I completely forgot about it when I was with him. I didn’t think about being distant from him at all.

After he said it, I suddenly realized. And my face turned red because I was a bit excited. I was even thinking, did I have some kind of innate talent to unknowingly “fish” him?

But when I asked him later, he kept silent, and then I knew I hadn’t “fished” him at all. I was disappointed because I had promised him, but I didn’t fulfill it.

Later, he comforted me, saying that I could move his heart without doing anything, so I didn’t feel so guilty.

Then there’s the matter with that junior high school student. He was a freshman in college, usually the studious type, not interested in gossip, and not one to read confession walls.

Maybe it was youthful exuberance, but he didn’t do any preliminary research; otherwise, he should have known I had a boyfriend. It might have been because of the work I did for the Student Union before; I guided him twice, and he mistook his gratitude towards a senior for liking me.

At the time, I clearly told him the reason, and he felt very sorry, not expecting to become a wall-digger himself. Fortunately, there weren’t many people around at the time, so this didn’t spread. I comforted him a few times, and he kept apologizing to me; he’s a good junior.

That’s about it; I’ll delete it later. He said I can be spoiled, and this time, I’m going to get mad!

1043l

Waiting for the OP to post in person.

1044l

Hey, isn’t this a god’s-eye view of the thread?

1045l

Haiya, the OP is so clueless, haha! I feel so sorry for him, haha!

1046l

Hey, if you could laugh a bit quieter, I might believe you.

1047l

Alright, alright, enough! Hold your thoughts; let’s wait for the OP to come out.

1048l (OP)

Wuwuwu, I’m alive! My wife doesn’t have a boyfriend! I told you, how could I not know if he had a boyfriend?

1049l

Hey, the OP is here?

1050l

Hey, the OP, finished being emo?

1051l

Ahem, so, OP, tell us.

1052l (OP)

Last night, didn’t I go to the bar? And I actually got drunk! Luckily, I called my wife before I got completely wasted, and when I woke up, I was already in our bed at home.

My first thought upon waking up was to find my wife, and then I remembered that he’s someone else’s wife now, and the sadness overwhelmed me.

Then my wife came in from outside, didn’t say anything, just sat down beside me, and asked me why I went drinking.

I’ve never seen him so low, and of course, I panicked and didn’t care about the fact that he already had a boyfriend. I held him and comforted him, telling him not to be angry.

But he insisted on making me speak, and I didn’t want to let him know about this embarrassing incident, so I hesitated and couldn’t say it. But unexpectedly, my wife suddenly turned the tables and asked if I thought he had a boyfriend outside.

I was completely stunned; how did my wife know?

He grumpily said that I was holding onto him all night, not letting him be with anyone else.

My goodness, how could I have no recollection of that? Could I blackout from drinking? That’s terrifying. Fortunately, I’ve never gotten this drunk before; otherwise, I’d be in big trouble.

Before I could explain, he crawled under my blanket and said he didn’t have a boyfriend, then asked if I saw the junior high school student confess to him yesterday.

I said both yes and no, but luckily he didn’t seem to care about my answer and muttered to himself that he didn’t have a boyfriend, and he was lying to the junior high school student. People at school think we’re a couple because they see us together every day, and they even think I’m leading him astray.

I suddenly understood; my wife was just trying to put an end to any potential trouble, which is why he wanted to clarify things. People on the confession wall assumed we were a couple, even though it’s not true, but I’m still happy…

I was about to talk to my wife, but he rushed me to drink hangover soup and told me not to disturb him; he needed to catch up on sleep.

My wife took care of me all night; I feel so guilty. I won’t get drunk again, wuwu…

My wife’s hangover soup is so delicious; I’m so happy.

Life is full of ups and downs; my wife might still be my wife, wuwuwu…

1053l

…OP, as long as you’re happy, but you should get ready to be unhappy soon.

1054l

Yeah… OP, really, alcohol can make or break things.

1055l

OP, get ready to make amends; haven’t you noticed that C is angry?

1056l

Tsk tsk, let’s start waiting for C to wake up, with that look of anticipation.

1057l

Everyone knows – you can’t just make up for it in a day or two!

1058l

I know, but I have a feeling C will soften up, hehehe.

1059l

Look who’s back? OP, you’ll have to work hard to make amends!