My Soulmate is A Libero
Before September arrived, Qin Chunxiao caused quite a stir and set off a wave of admiration.
The store manager and employees at the LEGO store were quite considerate. They didn’t release the surveillance footage. The onlookers outside only managed to capture a three-minute kissing scene between the two, but they missed the part where Qin Chunxiao read the confession letter.
The poor audio quality of the passersby’s phones savedLu Xuandong, but the content that was recorded was already quite shocking.
Lu Xuandong, a post-95 with billions of assets to inherit even at the young age of 22, a renowned CEO of a powerful corporation, a former idol king in the entertainment industry, whose one and only movie before retiring earned him the prestigious “Best Newcomer” award from a significant and reputable film award. His popularity rating: “I’ve left the industry, but legends of me abound” and “With my looks, I have the nation in my hands.”
Qin Chunxiao, an 18-year-old volleyball prodigy, the highest-paid male player in a domestic club, a little genius who managed to get into a prestigious university through the gaokao exam, crowned as the most handsome player in the volleyball world through fan votes, and humorously referred to by international fans as the last remaining handsome man with the charm of a golden era even after global aesthetic standards have dropped. His popularity rating: “Everyone who watches volleyball knows me, the Wolf,” and “Even those who don’t watch volleyball love looking at his face.”
Both excelled in their respective fields, and the former was a fan of the latter. In the eyes of the public, they were friends, which was indeed the case before Qin Chunxiao’s confession.
But when Qin Chunxiao started sending flowers and meals to Lu Xuandong, people began to suspect he was pursuing him or that they were already together. Apart from well-wishing (which was the loudest voice), there was also criticism.
Now that they had publicly kissed for three minutes and ten seconds, “Lu Xuandong and Qin Chunxiao Confirm Their Relationship” jumped to the first place in the trending searches. The person who posted this Weibo was a friend or relative of one of the bystanders. She just mentioned it casually in a small group, shared the video, and unexpectedly, someone in the group happened to be a fan of Lu Xuandong and immediately wrote a long blog post with a nine-image grid and posted it online.
The three-minute kissing video couldn’t be posted; it was censored. The fan who posted the Weibo could only repeat that three minutes and ten seconds over and over again.
Some things are hard to believe when spoken, but for all the fans, this was the first time they had seen Lu Xuandong kiss. He used to be a singer, and his music videos never had kissing scenes. Even when he acted in movies, he was always portraying a minor, so there had been no such scenes.
Comments Section:
Hazelnut: So this is how he kisses someone, gentle, enchanting, and passionate. We’ve lost.
VerdantGreen: Oh my, this kiss is… The last time I saw such a passionate kiss was in the Japanese drama “Long Vacation”!
Indestructible CP: The person above, you’ve revealed your age.
MovieEnthusiast: “Cinema Paradiso” is a love letter from the director to film. It also reflects his love for an entire era. Now, in the face of love in this era, they’re interpreting it with a passionate kiss. Is this romance?
Murphy’s Law: The man I deeply loved has finally found true love. I can only let go now. Tears in my eyes. May you be happy.
WhiteFluff: Winter Brother, please be happy!
Lu Xuandong’s comment section was set to require at least six months of following before one could reply. At this moment, his comment section was filled with well-wishes from longtime fans. They had watched this young man endure hardships and now saw him develop from a close friend to a lover. They felt a sense of satisfaction akin to watching a child grow up.
One older fan sighed: Being able to be friends for so long means their way of getting along must be comfortable for both of them. To develop into love, it means they appreciate each other’s personality and charm, and they definitely admire each other. This kind of friendship-turned-romance model has a high chance of success. Mark my words, they will definitely be happy together!
A group of people replied to the older fan: Thank you for the analysis, sister! We’re reassured!
On the other hand, the younger fans who had only been drawn in by Lu Xuandong’s looks in the last half-year were generally more excited. They all flocked to Qin Chunxiao’s comment section.
In a chat group:
Group Owner [yomi Miss! Your ship sailed! Did you see this from the heavens?!]
Anonymous User 1 [Now people are calling her a prophet. To be able to predict this accurately, it’s incredible.]
Anonymous User 3 [Weibo has exploded. Those fans of Beautiful and Misfortunate Tyrant Boss who fell for my dream are going crazy. Do you know that even bystanders are dumbfounded?]
Anonymous User 6 [Starting from when Captain Qin started sending meals and flowers, I felt that something was off between them. I never expected that they would kiss openly in public, for three minutes and without any concealment. All I can say is, incredible. Retired Winter Brother and the athlete who isn’t even part of the entertainment circle aren’t afraid of inciting fandom riots.]
Anonymous User 9: They don’t rely on fans to make a living. Winter Brother is a CEO, and Wolf Team plays volleyball. They both rely on their skills. Even if we don’t look from a fan’s perspective, Qin Team’s conditions are pretty good. He andLu Xuandong are evenly matched. Their looks are on par too. Winter fans really don’t need to nitpick him.
Anonymous User 4: Let me say something straightforward. In terms of looks, Qin Team is probably the only one who can match Winter Brother. Among the young idols in the entertainment industry, none are handsomer than Qin Team. They just haven’t been exposed to him because he’s always been in sports. Many entertainment fans don’t know this volleyball god. Even the deputy head of the volleyball league has jokingly said that Qin Team’s face has contributed a lot to promoting volleyball. Some people even buy tickets to watch games just because of his looks.
Anonymous User 2: Hahaha, his looks are universally appealing, both in the East and the West. The producer of Miss Universe once tweeted that when he happened to see Qin Team playing in Italy, he was amazed. The only regret is that Qin Team doesn’t like being in the spotlight, avoids cameras in daily life, and doesn’t photograph well. He looks even more handsome in person, around 30% more than in photos. He looks better in motion than in stills, exuding a mix of cuteness and wildness like a wild animal. He’s a different type of beauty from the Miss Universe champion of that year. This is the assessment of a professional.
Anonymous User 3: I know that Miss Universe of that year! She’s now the hottest Bollywood actress, absolutely stunning!
Anonymous User 7: He’s also a young talent who gained reputation and status in his field by the age of 18. Him and Winter CEO are a perfect match in terms of talent and looks. I really don’t understand where all those malicious comments are coming from.
Anonymous User 5: Those people even brought up Qin Team’s past of training with Wu Chiyao in short sprints, saying he used drugs too. It’s so surreal. Actually, Qin Team’s drug test report from when he was 14 is posted on the official website of the Chinese Volleyball Association. You can find it now with a search. It’s just to prevent anyone from raising the issue. Among the national team members, he’s the only one with this treatment. It’s kind of pitiful to think about.
Anonymous User 1: That’s how those people are. If they don’t like someone, they’ll dig up unrelated things and criticize them as if they were true. When yomi was still alive, didn’t someone, Bai Ming, have a feud with a minor female star? Did yomi speak up for the star on Weibo? Bai Ming’s fans immediately dug up an old entertainment article that yomi wrote, accusing her of copying Bai Ming and Wang Ziran. Back then, their CP hadn’t even gained popularity. They just forcibly connected things. They’re more interested in venting malice than in the truth.
Anonymous User 2: That old ghost Wu almost ruined my Wolf. Do you know, Wolf was only 14 but could beat many adult athletes in sprints? He was a rising star in short sprints. Sports magazines even said he was the most likely to break 10 seconds in the 100 meters. He changed his focus after that incident. He was a perfect victim back then, even though I dislike the idea of a perfect victim.
Anonymous User 1: Shocking! Wolf had such good talent in sprints?
Anonymous User 4: Extremely good. Every coach who has worked with him praises him. His physical and mental talent are extraordinary. He went from being praised at the provincial level to the national level and then abroad. Amateur enthusiasts think he competes with gods among men. Industry insiders say that apart from his height, he’s a god in every way, excelling in every aspect. He’s the top talent in the circle.
Anonymous User 5: Heh, those people are getting disciplined. Some CP fans have reported them to the police. Who did that? Awesome!
A seemingly simple-minded but not unintelligent netizen who goes by the name “Greedy Little Lamb” reminded another netizen who was using foul language to mind their words.
Greedy Little Lamb: Dong ge not only manages a company, but he’s also been helping his younger brother deal with a lot of idiots who used foul language and made threats in the past half year. Some even went to jail directly. So what you’re saying is too much. Winter Brother might send you in too, you know.
This netizen then posted a series of screenshots showcasing Lu Xuandong’s lawyer team’s impressive achievements. Soon, someone commented that the police had been called, as someone reported that they had posted online: “I’m going to kill that jerk Qin Chunxiao who’s deceiving Winter Brother’s feelings. His name is Qin Chunxiao, right?”
Looking at the now quiet internet, Li Ling put her phone away with satisfaction after making the call to the police. She nodded at Gao Depi, “Everything’s settled.”
“Xiao Zai’s love is guarded by him! That’s the partnership between two blockheads!” Gao Depi sighed, “Yeah, let them immerse themselves in love. Anyone who disturbs soulmates in love will get a donkey’s kick.”
Li Ling corrected him, “Anyone who disturbs true lovers in love will get a donkey’s kick.”
At this moment, Lu Xuandong had already driven Qin Chunxiao home. Lu Xuandong’s phone kept ringing.
Qin Chunxiao asked, “Aren’t you going to answer?”
“No, put it on silent for me.”Lu Xuandong held the steering wheel, focusing on the road ahead.
Qin Chunxiao complied, “Dongzi, the internet might get lively tonight, but you must remember one thing. I pursued you because I love you, not for attention.”
“I know you’re doing it for me.” A smile curled at the corner ofLu Xuandong’s mouth. “You want me to know that I deserve you.”
Qin Chunxiao: “I also deserve you. No matter what others say, I’ll like you on equal footing. You have to do the same for me in the future.”
So, don’t pay them any mind.
The car stopped in the underground parking lot of Qin Chunxiao’s residential complex. At this moment, both of them were grateful for the good security of the complex Qin’s family had bought. They looked at each other, andLu Xuandong confirmed that the windows were closed before embracing Qin Chunxiao and kissing him again.
For him, the 3 minutes and 10 seconds of their first kiss were surprisingly not enough.
In his mind, Lu Xuandong was now a kisser. Qin Chunxiao thought this way and hugged Lu Xuandong back, gently patting his back as if to console him.
Back when they spent time together before, Qin Chunxiao always felt that Lu Xuandong’s heart was like a leaky house, with several large holes in the walls and an empty interior. So Lu Xuandong was always seeking something to repair and fill himself.
I fLu Xuandong needed him, Qin Chunxiao was willing to be the one who healed him. Growing up in an environment filled with love, Qin Chunxiao had the courage to love and the confidence to fill the void in Lu Xuandong.
Although it now seemed that he had misjudged the situation a bit…
Previously, Lu Xuandong had always restrained himself in front of Qin Chunxiao. He wanted to hug him, love him, and seek everything to fill himself from Qin Chunxiao. But he couldn’t do it because they were just friends.
But now, they were lovers. With Chunxiao’s confession and the kiss, some kind of shackles had been released.
Lu Xuandong’s mind didn’t necessarily go further, but when his palm touched Qin Chunxiao’s skin, he didn’t want to move it away anymore. Qin Chunxiao tried to resist slightly, and he immediately used his knee to gently hold Qin Chunxiao’s body in a way that wouldn’t hurt him. His left hand interlocked with Qin Chunxiao’s right hand, while his other arm kept holding him.
As Lu Xuandong’s grip around him tightened and it started to make Qin Chunxiao slightly uncomfortable, the temperature inside the car seemed to rise as well. Considering that the air conditioning system in a million-dollar luxury car shouldn’t be that fragile, the issue seemed to be with them, not the car.
Qin Chunxiao also felt a bit warm, his mind hazy. Following Lu Xuandong’s lead, he softened.
Just at this moment, Qin Xiaozhen’s phone rang, and at a glance at the caller ID, an unprecedented force exploded within him.
Qin Chunfeng [Chunxiao, everyone at home supports your pursuit of true love. Go wild with your methods, confess fervently, and we absolutely support it. Your brother-in-law and I have been through this too, and we understand that when feelings arise, there can be an impulse for more intimacy. But let me ask, do you two have an umbrella?]
Qin Chunxiao pushed Lu Xuandong away.
An umbrella was definitely not in their possession. How could two boys who had just finished their first kiss and embarked on their first romance possibly have thought to carry that around? Qin Chunxiao hadn’t even considered this aspect.
As for Lu Xuandong, he hadn’t thought about it either, and besides, his umbrella wasn’t easy to find. So, after Qin Xiaozhen’s interruption brought them back to their senses, he also regained his composure.
“Sorry.” He wiped the saliva from the corner of Qin Chunxiao’s lips, his palm supporting Qin Chunxiao’s chin.
“Mmm… it’s okay.” Qin Chunxiao turned his face slightly to the side.
Lu Xuandong turned off the engine. “I’ll take you home.”
He didn’t want to part with Qin Chunxiao just yet, so he decided to escort him to his doorstep.
Qin Chunxiao said, “My family has four parking spots.”
Lu Xuandong said, “Huh?”
Qin Chunxiao continued, “One for my dad, one for my mom, one for my sister, and the other one is mine. But I don’t have my driver’s license yet, so you can park your car there for the night.”
This was an invitation to enter his house.
Lu Xuandong immediately sat up straight. “That’s not possible! I haven’t bought any gifts!”
“No need for gifts, just walk in with me.”
Qin Chunxiao held his hand again and led him inside the house.
When they entered the house, Qin Chunfeng came over with slippers for Lu Xuandong. “Dongzi is here?”
Lu Xuandong lowered his head. “Um… sorry for the disturbance.”
He should have called her “sister,” but he realized that Qin Chenfeng was actually slightly younger than him.
Qin Chenfeng said, “Just call me Auntie.” She positioned herself as the older sister-in-law in advance, using the nickname “Auntie” which had no issue. Mainly, she didn’t want to be called “sister” byLu Xuandong.
Lu Xuandong said, “Auntie.”
Qin Chunxiao couldn’t help but chuckle when he saw his sister’s playful expression. He pattedLu Xuandong’s face.
Qin’s father and mother were more composed. They looked natural, as if their son andLu Xuandong’s lips had been swollen by mosquitoes, having no connection with kissing whatsoever. Qin’s father offered the young men some water, while Qin’s mother informedLu Xuandong that the guest room was ready. She asked if he needed clean clothes, and although there wasn’t a fresh set, there was a signed jersey of Qin Chunxiao’s in his room, which he could make do with.
Qin Chunxiao protested, “Mom! That’s the only jersey in the volleyball world with signatures from all five Great Beasts. I have clothes for Dongzi; I bought them originally to give to him.”
He saw thatLu Xuandong always dressed impeccably, and while he was undeniably handsome, it was too hot for such attire in the summer. So, he bought his favorite old man’s tank top, beach shorts, and a pair of flip-flops – a casual outfit – and gave it toLu Xuandong to wear at home.
Qin Chunxiao was unaware that every timeLu Xuandong met him, he would wash his hair and change clothes to present his best appearance, avoiding makeup and cologne that could potentially carry the scent of cosmetics.
Qin Chun’s mother chimed in, “Your father and I are heading to the bar to enjoy the nightlife, have a drink, dance a bit, reminisce about our youth, and you guys are free to do whatever.”
Qin Chun’s lady mother used to be quite fashionable as well. Not only could she dance disco, but her fondness for city pop, something Qin Chunxiao shared, was also learned from her. So, the two of them would regularly head to the bar, dance on the dance floor, or flirt with each other at the bar counter. Qin Chunxiao’s passionate side was quite similar to his mom’s.
Qin Chenfeng’s tone was cool, “I’m working on my paper in my room.” Please don’t escalate things further.
“Unless Chuihua needs to go potty or if a thief breaks in that you two together can’t handle, don’t bother me.”
Still, he allowed them some sweetness, but not at the cost of disturbing him.
At this moment, Qin Chunxiao andLu Xuandong only nodded in agreement. WhenLu Xuandong went to take a shower and change clothes and lay on the bed in Qin’s guest room, he suddenly felt that everything was unbelievably perfect.
Had he finally received the love he had longed for?
Were Chunxiao’s parents and sister genuinely accepting of him as Chunxiao’s lover?
Lu Xuandong checked his phone and, unsurprisingly, found that they were trending as the top topic.
His usually dense brother was unusually clever this time, not only sending his blessings but even boasting that he reported numerous malicious comments under Qin’s Weibo post. He even claimed to have contacted the police.
Lu Xuandong’s expression remained unchanged as he messaged his lawyer.
Lawyer: [Haha, Dong ge, I knew you’d be reaching out to me again. Sis-in-law is really gorgeous. Originally, we all thought you’d never find someone who matched your face.]
Lu Xuandong: [I don’t have that kind of face, I’m afraid I wouldn’t even be up to her level.]
Lawyer: [Are you serious? Look at your seven-figure net worth before speaking, okay?]
Lu Xuandong didn’t reply further; he just posted a status update.
Xuan Dong V
I’m a lucky person. The person I like happens to like me too. It’s just that I started with a hidden crush, while they openly reciprocated. Knowing that I could say “I love you” at any time, they let me chase them. Today is the luckiest day of my life.
Thanks for all your blessings. I’ll treat Chunxiao even better from now on.
He was the one who liked first; Qin Chunxiao just responded to him with warmth and romance. That wasLu Xuandong’s only response to the matter.
After a while, they heard Chuihua’s excited barks outside.Lu Xuandong became curious; was the dog going to poop? Should he notify Qin Chenfeng?
Then the barking suddenly ceased.
Lu Xuandong’s phone rang.
[I’m opening the door now.]
Lu Xuandong sat up and saw the door being pushed open. Chuihua was the first to rush in, followed closely by Qin Chunxiao, who then crawled under the covers.
“You’re not allergic to dog hair, right?”
After getting a negative response, Qin Chunxiao motioned forLu Xuandong to scoot over a bit, making space for the dog.
Chuihua hopped onto the bed, and then Qin Chunxiao leaned against her back, facingLu Xuandong. The two people and a dog formed a harmonious scene on the bed.
“I just said goodnight to Chuihua, and I thought I should tell you too.” Qin Chunxiao kissedLu Xuandong’s forehead. “Goodnight, sweet dreams.”
Lu Xuandong held his hand and brought it to his lips, planting a gentle kiss on his knuckles. “Goodnight.”
Chuihua didn’t mind whether her owner had his back turned to her or not. As long as she could touch a part of her owner, the warmth transfer made her utterly content, enough to have ten sweet dreams.
However, it seemed like Qin Chunxiao had slept in an hour longer that day. He rarely lingered in bed, but eventually, Qin Chenfeng had to give the order: “Chuihua, wake your master up!”
Chuihua rushed into the room, and after a while, shouts could be heard from inside.
“Don’t lick me!”
Lu Xuandong helped with the packing, drove Qin Chunxiao to the airport, and then returned home with Chuihua, along with dog food, dog treats, dog toys, and even ordered a luxurious dog bed and various pet care supplies on the way.
Finally, he felt that everything had truly become a reality.
Yes, starting from today, he was someone with a boyfriend and a dog.
“Chuihua, from today, I’m your family too.”Lu Xuandong rubbed Chuihua’s big head, and the small dog gazed at him with bright, moist eyes, lifting her head to give Lu Xuandong a lick.
“Woof~”
Lu Xuandong wiped his face and thought that this could be considered an indirect kiss, right?
But in order to get along well with Chuihua, he decided to get vaccinated against rabies.
As for Qin Chunxiao, from before he boarded the plane until it landed, he received countless messages from his teasing friends through various channels like WeChat groups, Twitter, and Weibo. Messages along the lines of “Awesome,” “Hot and spicy Xiaozai,” and “Knew you two were close” flooded in.
He patted his chest, “I almost…”
Li Ling didn’t hear clearly, “What? What almost?”
Qin Chunxiao handed a box of milk-flavored finger biscuits to Li Ling, propped his head up with one hand, and looked at the sea of clouds outside.
If his sister hadn’t messaged last night, he would’ve almost let Dongzi “inspect the goods.” No, given last night’s situation, maybe he was the one being “inspected.” Unexpectedly, that guy, who was usually so gentle, truly got into the mood. When Qin Chunxiao tried to lift him, it almost didn’t work.
“They say I’m the wild and handsome type, but isn’t Dongzi as well? It seems like we being soulmates has some truth to it.”
My Soulmate is A Libero
Before September arrived, Qin Chunxiao caused quite a stir and set off a wave of admiration.
The store manager and employees at the LEGO store were quite considerate. They didn’t release the surveillance footage. The onlookers outside only managed to capture a three-minute kissing scene between the two, but they missed the part where Qin Chunxiao read the confession letter.
The poor audio quality of the passersby’s phones savedLu Xuandong, but the content that was recorded was already quite shocking.
Lu Xuandong, a post-95 with billions of assets to inherit even at the young age of 22, a renowned CEO of a powerful corporation, a former idol king in the entertainment industry, whose one and only movie before retiring earned him the prestigious “Best Newcomer” award from a significant and reputable film award. His popularity rating: “I’ve left the industry, but legends of me abound” and “With my looks, I have the nation in my hands.”
Qin Chunxiao, an 18-year-old volleyball prodigy, the highest-paid male player in a domestic club, a little genius who managed to get into a prestigious university through the gaokao exam, crowned as the most handsome player in the volleyball world through fan votes, and humorously referred to by international fans as the last remaining handsome man with the charm of a golden era even after global aesthetic standards have dropped. His popularity rating: “Everyone who watches volleyball knows me, the Wolf,” and “Even those who don’t watch volleyball love looking at his face.”
Both excelled in their respective fields, and the former was a fan of the latter. In the eyes of the public, they were friends, which was indeed the case before Qin Chunxiao’s confession.
But when Qin Chunxiao started sending flowers and meals to Lu Xuandong, people began to suspect he was pursuing him or that they were already together. Apart from well-wishing (which was the loudest voice), there was also criticism.
Now that they had publicly kissed for three minutes and ten seconds, “Lu Xuandong and Qin Chunxiao Confirm Their Relationship” jumped to the first place in the trending searches. The person who posted this Weibo was a friend or relative of one of the bystanders. She just mentioned it casually in a small group, shared the video, and unexpectedly, someone in the group happened to be a fan of Lu Xuandong and immediately wrote a long blog post with a nine-image grid and posted it online.
The three-minute kissing video couldn’t be posted; it was censored. The fan who posted the Weibo could only repeat that three minutes and ten seconds over and over again.
Some things are hard to believe when spoken, but for all the fans, this was the first time they had seen Lu Xuandong kiss. He used to be a singer, and his music videos never had kissing scenes. Even when he acted in movies, he was always portraying a minor, so there had been no such scenes.
Comments Section:
Hazelnut: So this is how he kisses someone, gentle, enchanting, and passionate. We’ve lost.
VerdantGreen: Oh my, this kiss is… The last time I saw such a passionate kiss was in the Japanese drama “Long Vacation”!
Indestructible CP: The person above, you’ve revealed your age.
MovieEnthusiast: “Cinema Paradiso” is a love letter from the director to film. It also reflects his love for an entire era. Now, in the face of love in this era, they’re interpreting it with a passionate kiss. Is this romance?
Murphy’s Law: The man I deeply loved has finally found true love. I can only let go now. Tears in my eyes. May you be happy.
WhiteFluff: Winter Brother, please be happy!
Lu Xuandong’s comment section was set to require at least six months of following before one could reply. At this moment, his comment section was filled with well-wishes from longtime fans. They had watched this young man endure hardships and now saw him develop from a close friend to a lover. They felt a sense of satisfaction akin to watching a child grow up.
One older fan sighed: Being able to be friends for so long means their way of getting along must be comfortable for both of them. To develop into love, it means they appreciate each other’s personality and charm, and they definitely admire each other. This kind of friendship-turned-romance model has a high chance of success. Mark my words, they will definitely be happy together!
A group of people replied to the older fan: Thank you for the analysis, sister! We’re reassured!
On the other hand, the younger fans who had only been drawn in by Lu Xuandong’s looks in the last half-year were generally more excited. They all flocked to Qin Chunxiao’s comment section.
In a chat group:
Group Owner [yomi Miss! Your ship sailed! Did you see this from the heavens?!]
Anonymous User 1 [Now people are calling her a prophet. To be able to predict this accurately, it’s incredible.]
Anonymous User 3 [Weibo has exploded. Those fans of Beautiful and Misfortunate Tyrant Boss who fell for my dream are going crazy. Do you know that even bystanders are dumbfounded?]
Anonymous User 6 [Starting from when Captain Qin started sending meals and flowers, I felt that something was off between them. I never expected that they would kiss openly in public, for three minutes and without any concealment. All I can say is, incredible. Retired Winter Brother and the athlete who isn’t even part of the entertainment circle aren’t afraid of inciting fandom riots.]
Anonymous User 9: They don’t rely on fans to make a living. Winter Brother is a CEO, and Wolf Team plays volleyball. They both rely on their skills. Even if we don’t look from a fan’s perspective, Qin Team’s conditions are pretty good. He andLu Xuandong are evenly matched. Their looks are on par too. Winter fans really don’t need to nitpick him.
Anonymous User 4: Let me say something straightforward. In terms of looks, Qin Team is probably the only one who can match Winter Brother. Among the young idols in the entertainment industry, none are handsomer than Qin Team. They just haven’t been exposed to him because he’s always been in sports. Many entertainment fans don’t know this volleyball god. Even the deputy head of the volleyball league has jokingly said that Qin Team’s face has contributed a lot to promoting volleyball. Some people even buy tickets to watch games just because of his looks.
Anonymous User 2: Hahaha, his looks are universally appealing, both in the East and the West. The producer of Miss Universe once tweeted that when he happened to see Qin Team playing in Italy, he was amazed. The only regret is that Qin Team doesn’t like being in the spotlight, avoids cameras in daily life, and doesn’t photograph well. He looks even more handsome in person, around 30% more than in photos. He looks better in motion than in stills, exuding a mix of cuteness and wildness like a wild animal. He’s a different type of beauty from the Miss Universe champion of that year. This is the assessment of a professional.
Anonymous User 3: I know that Miss Universe of that year! She’s now the hottest Bollywood actress, absolutely stunning!
Anonymous User 7: He’s also a young talent who gained reputation and status in his field by the age of 18. Him and Winter CEO are a perfect match in terms of talent and looks. I really don’t understand where all those malicious comments are coming from.
Anonymous User 5: Those people even brought up Qin Team’s past of training with Wu Chiyao in short sprints, saying he used drugs too. It’s so surreal. Actually, Qin Team’s drug test report from when he was 14 is posted on the official website of the Chinese Volleyball Association. You can find it now with a search. It’s just to prevent anyone from raising the issue. Among the national team members, he’s the only one with this treatment. It’s kind of pitiful to think about.
Anonymous User 1: That’s how those people are. If they don’t like someone, they’ll dig up unrelated things and criticize them as if they were true. When yomi was still alive, didn’t someone, Bai Ming, have a feud with a minor female star? Did yomi speak up for the star on Weibo? Bai Ming’s fans immediately dug up an old entertainment article that yomi wrote, accusing her of copying Bai Ming and Wang Ziran. Back then, their CP hadn’t even gained popularity. They just forcibly connected things. They’re more interested in venting malice than in the truth.
Anonymous User 2: That old ghost Wu almost ruined my Wolf. Do you know, Wolf was only 14 but could beat many adult athletes in sprints? He was a rising star in short sprints. Sports magazines even said he was the most likely to break 10 seconds in the 100 meters. He changed his focus after that incident. He was a perfect victim back then, even though I dislike the idea of a perfect victim.
Anonymous User 1: Shocking! Wolf had such good talent in sprints?
Anonymous User 4: Extremely good. Every coach who has worked with him praises him. His physical and mental talent are extraordinary. He went from being praised at the provincial level to the national level and then abroad. Amateur enthusiasts think he competes with gods among men. Industry insiders say that apart from his height, he’s a god in every way, excelling in every aspect. He’s the top talent in the circle.
Anonymous User 5: Heh, those people are getting disciplined. Some CP fans have reported them to the police. Who did that? Awesome!
A seemingly simple-minded but not unintelligent netizen who goes by the name “Greedy Little Lamb” reminded another netizen who was using foul language to mind their words.
Greedy Little Lamb: Dong ge not only manages a company, but he’s also been helping his younger brother deal with a lot of idiots who used foul language and made threats in the past half year. Some even went to jail directly. So what you’re saying is too much. Winter Brother might send you in too, you know.
This netizen then posted a series of screenshots showcasing Lu Xuandong’s lawyer team’s impressive achievements. Soon, someone commented that the police had been called, as someone reported that they had posted online: “I’m going to kill that jerk Qin Chunxiao who’s deceiving Winter Brother’s feelings. His name is Qin Chunxiao, right?”
Looking at the now quiet internet, Li Ling put her phone away with satisfaction after making the call to the police. She nodded at Gao Depi, “Everything’s settled.”
“Xiao Zai’s love is guarded by him! That’s the partnership between two blockheads!” Gao Depi sighed, “Yeah, let them immerse themselves in love. Anyone who disturbs soulmates in love will get a donkey’s kick.”
Li Ling corrected him, “Anyone who disturbs true lovers in love will get a donkey’s kick.”
At this moment, Lu Xuandong had already driven Qin Chunxiao home. Lu Xuandong’s phone kept ringing.
Qin Chunxiao asked, “Aren’t you going to answer?”
“No, put it on silent for me.”Lu Xuandong held the steering wheel, focusing on the road ahead.
Qin Chunxiao complied, “Dongzi, the internet might get lively tonight, but you must remember one thing. I pursued you because I love you, not for attention.”
“I know you’re doing it for me.” A smile curled at the corner ofLu Xuandong’s mouth. “You want me to know that I deserve you.”
Qin Chunxiao: “I also deserve you. No matter what others say, I’ll like you on equal footing. You have to do the same for me in the future.”
So, don’t pay them any mind.
The car stopped in the underground parking lot of Qin Chunxiao’s residential complex. At this moment, both of them were grateful for the good security of the complex Qin’s family had bought. They looked at each other, andLu Xuandong confirmed that the windows were closed before embracing Qin Chunxiao and kissing him again.
For him, the 3 minutes and 10 seconds of their first kiss were surprisingly not enough.
In his mind, Lu Xuandong was now a kisser. Qin Chunxiao thought this way and hugged Lu Xuandong back, gently patting his back as if to console him.
Back when they spent time together before, Qin Chunxiao always felt that Lu Xuandong’s heart was like a leaky house, with several large holes in the walls and an empty interior. So Lu Xuandong was always seeking something to repair and fill himself.
I fLu Xuandong needed him, Qin Chunxiao was willing to be the one who healed him. Growing up in an environment filled with love, Qin Chunxiao had the courage to love and the confidence to fill the void in Lu Xuandong.
Although it now seemed that he had misjudged the situation a bit…
Previously, Lu Xuandong had always restrained himself in front of Qin Chunxiao. He wanted to hug him, love him, and seek everything to fill himself from Qin Chunxiao. But he couldn’t do it because they were just friends.
But now, they were lovers. With Chunxiao’s confession and the kiss, some kind of shackles had been released.
Lu Xuandong’s mind didn’t necessarily go further, but when his palm touched Qin Chunxiao’s skin, he didn’t want to move it away anymore. Qin Chunxiao tried to resist slightly, and he immediately used his knee to gently hold Qin Chunxiao’s body in a way that wouldn’t hurt him. His left hand interlocked with Qin Chunxiao’s right hand, while his other arm kept holding him.
As Lu Xuandong’s grip around him tightened and it started to make Qin Chunxiao slightly uncomfortable, the temperature inside the car seemed to rise as well. Considering that the air conditioning system in a million-dollar luxury car shouldn’t be that fragile, the issue seemed to be with them, not the car.
Qin Chunxiao also felt a bit warm, his mind hazy. Following Lu Xuandong’s lead, he softened.
Just at this moment, Qin Xiaozhen’s phone rang, and at a glance at the caller ID, an unprecedented force exploded within him.
Qin Chunfeng [Chunxiao, everyone at home supports your pursuit of true love. Go wild with your methods, confess fervently, and we absolutely support it. Your brother-in-law and I have been through this too, and we understand that when feelings arise, there can be an impulse for more intimacy. But let me ask, do you two have an umbrella?]
Qin Chunxiao pushed Lu Xuandong away.
An umbrella was definitely not in their possession. How could two boys who had just finished their first kiss and embarked on their first romance possibly have thought to carry that around? Qin Chunxiao hadn’t even considered this aspect.
As for Lu Xuandong, he hadn’t thought about it either, and besides, his umbrella wasn’t easy to find. So, after Qin Xiaozhen’s interruption brought them back to their senses, he also regained his composure.
“Sorry.” He wiped the saliva from the corner of Qin Chunxiao’s lips, his palm supporting Qin Chunxiao’s chin.
“Mmm… it’s okay.” Qin Chunxiao turned his face slightly to the side.
Lu Xuandong turned off the engine. “I’ll take you home.”
He didn’t want to part with Qin Chunxiao just yet, so he decided to escort him to his doorstep.
Qin Chunxiao said, “My family has four parking spots.”
Lu Xuandong said, “Huh?”
Qin Chunxiao continued, “One for my dad, one for my mom, one for my sister, and the other one is mine. But I don’t have my driver’s license yet, so you can park your car there for the night.”
This was an invitation to enter his house.
Lu Xuandong immediately sat up straight. “That’s not possible! I haven’t bought any gifts!”
“No need for gifts, just walk in with me.”
Qin Chunxiao held his hand again and led him inside the house.
When they entered the house, Qin Chunfeng came over with slippers for Lu Xuandong. “Dongzi is here?”
Lu Xuandong lowered his head. “Um… sorry for the disturbance.”
He should have called her “sister,” but he realized that Qin Chenfeng was actually slightly younger than him.
Qin Chenfeng said, “Just call me Auntie.” She positioned herself as the older sister-in-law in advance, using the nickname “Auntie” which had no issue. Mainly, she didn’t want to be called “sister” byLu Xuandong.
Lu Xuandong said, “Auntie.”
Qin Chunxiao couldn’t help but chuckle when he saw his sister’s playful expression. He pattedLu Xuandong’s face.
Qin’s father and mother were more composed. They looked natural, as if their son andLu Xuandong’s lips had been swollen by mosquitoes, having no connection with kissing whatsoever. Qin’s father offered the young men some water, while Qin’s mother informedLu Xuandong that the guest room was ready. She asked if he needed clean clothes, and although there wasn’t a fresh set, there was a signed jersey of Qin Chunxiao’s in his room, which he could make do with.
Qin Chunxiao protested, “Mom! That’s the only jersey in the volleyball world with signatures from all five Great Beasts. I have clothes for Dongzi; I bought them originally to give to him.”
He saw thatLu Xuandong always dressed impeccably, and while he was undeniably handsome, it was too hot for such attire in the summer. So, he bought his favorite old man’s tank top, beach shorts, and a pair of flip-flops – a casual outfit – and gave it toLu Xuandong to wear at home.
Qin Chunxiao was unaware that every timeLu Xuandong met him, he would wash his hair and change clothes to present his best appearance, avoiding makeup and cologne that could potentially carry the scent of cosmetics.
Qin Chun’s mother chimed in, “Your father and I are heading to the bar to enjoy the nightlife, have a drink, dance a bit, reminisce about our youth, and you guys are free to do whatever.”
Qin Chun’s lady mother used to be quite fashionable as well. Not only could she dance disco, but her fondness for city pop, something Qin Chunxiao shared, was also learned from her. So, the two of them would regularly head to the bar, dance on the dance floor, or flirt with each other at the bar counter. Qin Chunxiao’s passionate side was quite similar to his mom’s.
Qin Chenfeng’s tone was cool, “I’m working on my paper in my room.” Please don’t escalate things further.
“Unless Chuihua needs to go potty or if a thief breaks in that you two together can’t handle, don’t bother me.”
Still, he allowed them some sweetness, but not at the cost of disturbing him.
At this moment, Qin Chunxiao andLu Xuandong only nodded in agreement. WhenLu Xuandong went to take a shower and change clothes and lay on the bed in Qin’s guest room, he suddenly felt that everything was unbelievably perfect.
Had he finally received the love he had longed for?
Were Chunxiao’s parents and sister genuinely accepting of him as Chunxiao’s lover?
Lu Xuandong checked his phone and, unsurprisingly, found that they were trending as the top topic.
His usually dense brother was unusually clever this time, not only sending his blessings but even boasting that he reported numerous malicious comments under Qin’s Weibo post. He even claimed to have contacted the police.
Lu Xuandong’s expression remained unchanged as he messaged his lawyer.
Lawyer: [Haha, Dong ge, I knew you’d be reaching out to me again. Sis-in-law is really gorgeous. Originally, we all thought you’d never find someone who matched your face.]
Lu Xuandong: [I don’t have that kind of face, I’m afraid I wouldn’t even be up to her level.]
Lawyer: [Are you serious? Look at your seven-figure net worth before speaking, okay?]
Lu Xuandong didn’t reply further; he just posted a status update.
Xuan Dong V
I’m a lucky person. The person I like happens to like me too. It’s just that I started with a hidden crush, while they openly reciprocated. Knowing that I could say “I love you” at any time, they let me chase them. Today is the luckiest day of my life.
Thanks for all your blessings. I’ll treat Chunxiao even better from now on.
He was the one who liked first; Qin Chunxiao just responded to him with warmth and romance. That wasLu Xuandong’s only response to the matter.
After a while, they heard Chuihua’s excited barks outside.Lu Xuandong became curious; was the dog going to poop? Should he notify Qin Chenfeng?
Then the barking suddenly ceased.
Lu Xuandong’s phone rang.
[I’m opening the door now.]
Lu Xuandong sat up and saw the door being pushed open. Chuihua was the first to rush in, followed closely by Qin Chunxiao, who then crawled under the covers.
“You’re not allergic to dog hair, right?”
After getting a negative response, Qin Chunxiao motioned forLu Xuandong to scoot over a bit, making space for the dog.
Chuihua hopped onto the bed, and then Qin Chunxiao leaned against her back, facingLu Xuandong. The two people and a dog formed a harmonious scene on the bed.
“I just said goodnight to Chuihua, and I thought I should tell you too.” Qin Chunxiao kissedLu Xuandong’s forehead. “Goodnight, sweet dreams.”
Lu Xuandong held his hand and brought it to his lips, planting a gentle kiss on his knuckles. “Goodnight.”
Chuihua didn’t mind whether her owner had his back turned to her or not. As long as she could touch a part of her owner, the warmth transfer made her utterly content, enough to have ten sweet dreams.
However, it seemed like Qin Chunxiao had slept in an hour longer that day. He rarely lingered in bed, but eventually, Qin Chenfeng had to give the order: “Chuihua, wake your master up!”
Chuihua rushed into the room, and after a while, shouts could be heard from inside.
“Don’t lick me!”
Lu Xuandong helped with the packing, drove Qin Chunxiao to the airport, and then returned home with Chuihua, along with dog food, dog treats, dog toys, and even ordered a luxurious dog bed and various pet care supplies on the way.
Finally, he felt that everything had truly become a reality.
Yes, starting from today, he was someone with a boyfriend and a dog.
“Chuihua, from today, I’m your family too.”Lu Xuandong rubbed Chuihua’s big head, and the small dog gazed at him with bright, moist eyes, lifting her head to give Lu Xuandong a lick.
“Woof~”
Lu Xuandong wiped his face and thought that this could be considered an indirect kiss, right?
But in order to get along well with Chuihua, he decided to get vaccinated against rabies.
As for Qin Chunxiao, from before he boarded the plane until it landed, he received countless messages from his teasing friends through various channels like WeChat groups, Twitter, and Weibo. Messages along the lines of “Awesome,” “Hot and spicy Xiaozai,” and “Knew you two were close” flooded in.
He patted his chest, “I almost…”
Li Ling didn’t hear clearly, “What? What almost?”
Qin Chunxiao handed a box of milk-flavored finger biscuits to Li Ling, propped his head up with one hand, and looked at the sea of clouds outside.
If his sister hadn’t messaged last night, he would’ve almost let Dongzi “inspect the goods.” No, given last night’s situation, maybe he was the one being “inspected.” Unexpectedly, that guy, who was usually so gentle, truly got into the mood. When Qin Chunxiao tried to lift him, it almost didn’t work.
“They say I’m the wild and handsome type, but isn’t Dongzi as well? It seems like we being soulmates has some truth to it.”
