The next day at noon, Bai Xuan went to the hotel to pick up Xie Shurong. He called from the hotel lobby to have Xie Shurong come down. The next moment, a young man strode over while wearing the blue shirt picked by Bai Xuan along with beige slim trousers. The light-coloured clothes emphasized his body wand there was a bright smile on his face.
Despite being familiar with this person, Bai Xuan couldnât help staring. Xie Shurong was really handsome when dressed up. His facial features were handsome and three-dimensional and he looked young and open. This look was completely in line with the protagonist of an idol drama.
Bai Xuan stood in place and watched Xie Shurong walking towards him. Somehow, his heartbeat suddenly accelerated. Before he could react, Xie Shurong hugged him and rubbed his chin against Bai Xuanâs head like a baby. âI missed you and dreamt of you last night.â
ââ¦â He was hugged in public and Bai Xuanâs cheeks turned hot. He gently pushed this person away and said, âDonât make trouble. My mother made lunch so go to my house to eat.â
âGood. Then come upstairs with me to get something.â
âWhat is it?â The puzzled Bai Xuan followed only to hear, âI naturally have to buy gifts for my future parents!â
The two people arrived at the room and opened the door. Bai Xuan couldnât help frowning. Xie Shurong, this lazy worm, he got up in the morning and didnât even arrange his quilt. His bed was a mess and there were several trousers piled up. It was obvious he had woken up early to match them with the shirt.
Bai Xuan helplessly walked into the room. âWhy is it so messy?â
He moved to the bed and helped Xie Shurong clean it up. In the blink of an eye, the quilt was neatly laid and the trousers were stacked one by one in the suitcase. Within five minutes, the room had completely changed.
Xie Shurong looked over, gentleness almost overflowing from his eyes. Bai Xuan turned his head and met Xie Shurongâs gentle gaze. His heart jumped and he looked around with embarrassment. âWhat are you looking at?â
âYou are particularly handsome.â Xie Shurong walked over with a smile and hugged Bai Xuanâs waist in a spoiled manner. âLooking at you cleaning up and helping me stack my clothes, I suddenly think that weâre like newlywedsâ¦â
âWho is married to you?â Bai Xuan was furious and regretted helping this lazy worm fold his clothes. Then Xie Shurong suddenly turned and trapped Bai Xuan between the wall and himself. He bent his head and kissed Bai Xuan, blocking all words of rebuttal.
âUhhâ¦â Bai Xuan was caught off guard and tried to push this person away, only to have his hands grabbed.
Donât look at Xie Shurongâs usual grinning self who wasnât serious. His strength was surprisingly and Bai Xuan was trapped by him. He was pressed to the wall and crushed by Xie Shurongâs pressure.
The young manâs tongue passionately licked every corner of his mouth, leaving only warmth behind. Bai Xuan was breathless and his heart beat more fiercely.
His mouth was licked by the other sideâs tongue and the sensations passed along his sensitive peripheral nerves to his brain. Bai Xuan gradually gave up struggling and actively hugged Xie Shurongâs neck.
âYes⦠mmmâ¦â
The kiss was gentle and sweet. By the time Xie Shurong stopped, Bai Xuanâs entire face was red as his lips opened and he gasped.
Xie Shurong smiled and licked the liquid on his lips before whispering in Bai Xuanâs ears. âHow does it feel to be pressed against the wall by your boyfriend? This is how it is played in TV series. If you like it then we can try many poses later?â
Bai Xuan glared at him. âEnough!â
Xie Shurong was shameless as he looked down at Bai Xuan. âIt isnât enough. If we didnât have to go to your parentâs house then I really want to eat you now.â
Bai Xuan reacted to his meaning and blushed shyly. He slapped at Xie Shurongâs restless hands. âCan you show some shame? It is morning!â
Xie Shurong smiled. âI donât care. I only want youâ¦â
Bai Xuan was literally speechless because of this person. He simply ignored Xie Shurong and turned around. âWhere are the things to be grabbed?â
âOh, here they are.â Xie Shurong got up and took gift boxes of various colours from the cabinet. Bai Xuanâs eyes widened with surprise. âArenât you being too exaggerated? Why did you buy so much?â
âThis is my first time entering your house and I must not be empty-handed? What if Mother and Father donât like me? I should bribe them with presents first.â He spoke bluntly and didnât look embarrassed at all.
âDonât call them Mother and Fatherâ¦â Bai Xuan rubbed his temples as he felt himself getting a headache. He looked at the other person helplessly, âYouâre younger than me and should call them Uncle and Auntie, understood?â
âIt is better to call them Young Uncle and Younger Auntie since it sounds younger!â
ââ¦Just do whatever.â Bai Xuan took half the boxes and went out. Xie Shurong immediately grabbed the other half. The two of them left the hotel and walked a few hundred metres to the community where Bai Xuanâs house was located.
***
Mother Bai was cooking in the kitchen. She asked while cutting vegetables, âWhat type of boyfriend do you think our son will bring back?â
Father Bai was serious. âHow can I guess? Our son likes him so donât worry about it.â
âYes, our son has been obedient and sensible since he was a child. He must have his own thoughts on emotional matters. Although he canât bring back a wife but as long as he is happy, I can feel relieved.â Mother Bai paused before adding, âIâm just afraid his boyfriend isnât sincere.â
âWait and see. Bai Xuanâs vision shouldnât be bad.â
The two people were chatting when the sound of the key in the door was heard. Bai Xuanâs parents rushed out of the kitchen and were stunned when they saw the person behind Bai Xuan.
The man was taller than Bai Xuan. He was very handsome and had a sunny smile but he was only in his early 20s. Was such a young and handsome guy reliable?
Before Bai Xuan could speak, Xie Shurong took the initiative to go forward and politely bowed. âHello, Uncle and Auntie! My name is Xie Shurong and Iâm Bai Xuanâs boyfriend. This is the first time weâre meeting and I didnât know what to bring. Thus, I bought some supplements. I hope that Auntie and Uncle will be in good health.â
Mother Bai was flattered as she received the many high-end gift boxes. She smiled and said, âYou are very polite. Why bring so many things? Come and sit down.â
Xie Shurong quietly walked over and Mother Bai glanced at her husband. The two people went to the kitchen to serve the dishes and she wondered in a worried manner, âThis child is quite handsome and polite. Do you think that Bai Xuan specifically invited an actor to reassure us?â
Father Bai frowned. âYou are watching too many TV dramas! How can our son find an actor to fool us? Donât you know this person? He is on the same team as our son and plays the swordsman. The one named Shu!
Mother Bai suddenly realized. âAh, no wonder why he is so familiar. It turns out to be our sonâs partner. Then Iâm relieved. At the very least, a person on the same team isnât a lie. He is just⦠a bit younger.â
Father Bai told her, âIsnât it good to be younger? A younger personâs mind is more simple and easily disciplined. An older and deeply experienced person might not be easily held by our son.â
âThatâs right.â Mother Bai was completely relieved.
Previously, they watched the matches and there werenât many shots directed at the participants. Even then, it was only side shots.
Now they saw the real person at a close distance and found this Shu was much better than the TV. His figure was good, he was tall, handsome and he matched well with Bai Xuan. Mother Bai was very satisfied. Once the cooked dishes were on the table, she gave a bowl of stewed pork ribs to Xie Shurong and let him eat more.
âToo delicious!â Xie Shurong tasted a pork rib and immediately smiled. âAuntie, do you specialize in cooking? This dish is better than the chef of a five star hotel.â
Mother Bai smiled. âYou are really sweet. How can my dishes be so good?â
âAuntie, donât be humble. It is really delicious!â
Mother Bai was very happy about being praised. The more she saw, the more she felt this young and handsome person was very cute. She couldnât help giving him a piece of chicken wings. âTry this!â
Xie Shurong praised while eating, âGood, delicious!â
Bai Xuan sat next to them and couldnât even insert himselfâ¦
Xie Shurong was a person who loved food and his mouth was sweet. Mother Bai was quickly coaxed by him and continued to give Xie Shurong dishes. She willingly fed all the food she made to Xie Shurong.
Xie Shurong also wasnât polite. He swept away all the food and was full of praise when eating.
Originally it was expected that the first meeting would be awkward but Xie Shurongâs mouth was sweet and he was extraordinarily warm, like everyone was family.
Mother Bai obviously liked him a lot and Father Bai didnât say anything but his eyes showed his appreciation.
Bai Xuan saw this scene and finally felt relieved. Xie Shurong was often childish and naive but he was reliable in key moments, knowing how to curry favour with elders. In such a short period of time, he actually got the goodwill of Bai Xuanâs parents. Bai Xuan had to say that this guyâs mouth was very important when talking to people.
After the meal, Xie Shurong took the initiative to stand up and help Mother Bai wash the dishes. He rolled up his sleeves and said, âAuntie, I will help you with the dishes. I am especially talented at washing dishes. I used to wash dishes for Bai Xuan when we were with the team.â
Bai Xuan heard this and almost slipped. In the past, every time it came to washing dishes then a spoiled man would hold onto him, complaining, âCan I not wash the dishes? I hate washing dishes.â As a result, today he became active in helping to wash the dishes. Black became white. Xie Shurong, can you not have such a comic dialogue?
At Bai Xuanâs eyes, Xie Shurong just blinked in a shameless manner. He ignored Bai Xuanâs speechless contempt and followed Mother Bai into the kitchen to wash the dishes.
Mother Bai loved the âhardworkingâ young guy who âliked housework.â She saw his hands tidying up the dishes and laughed. âNow there are very few young people who like to do housework. Ah Shu, you are really sensible.â
Xie Shurong smiled. âBai Xuanâs cooking must be inherited from you? His food is especially delicious. I canât cook so I can only help him wash the dishes.â
âHmm.â Mother Bai thought about it and asked, âHow long have you been with Bai Xuan?â
âItâs been almost a year. I chased him at first and he didnât like me much. I was younger than him and not mature enough. I always felt I wasnât worthy of him.â Xie Shurong paused before speaking seriously, âAuntie, rest assured. I will try my best to match him. I am younger than him but I really like him.â
Mother Bai was completely moved and patted Xie Shurongâs shoulder. âDonât say that. Bai Xuan was blessed to meet you.â
âAuntie, I was blessed to meet him. He has a good personality and temper. I have never seen such a kind person. It would be nice to be with him all the timeâ¦â
Mother Bai smiled. âYes, our Bai Xuan is single-minded when it comes to feelings. You just have to treat him well and he will certainly treat you well.â
âI think so too!â
***
They finished washing the dishes and Mother Baiâs smile was brighter than before. She was obviously very happy with Xie Shurong and took the initiative to cut an apple for him. Know that even Bai Xuan didnât receive this treatment at home.
She was going to have Xie Shurong stay for dinner but Bai Xuan was worried that Xie Shurong would speak nonsense to his parents and told her, âMother, I will take Ah Shu out to eat tonight. He hasnât eaten authentic Hangzhou food.â
Mother Bai immediately nodded in agreement. âOkay, take him to taste west lake vinegar fish and dongpo meat.â
Xie Shurong stood up. âAuntie, Iâll go first. Iâll see you later!â
Mother Bai opened her mouth, âWait, Auntie has something to give you.â She headed to the bedroom and took out a delicate box, carefully handing it to Xie Shurong. âThis is for you. Later, you and Bai Xuan should get along well. Understood?â
Bai Xuanâs eyes were as big as a cow. âMother, thisâ¦â
Xie Shurong realized this must be a very meaningful thing and didnât wait for Bai Xuan to oppose it. He immediately accepted and responded seriously, âAuntie, rest assured, I will be good to him for the rest of my life!â
Bai Xuan, ââ¦â
***
The two people left and walked side by side. Xie Shurong took out the box that Mother Bai gave him and there was actually a valuable jade pendant inside.
Xie Shurongâs eyes lit up and he glanced over at Bai Xuan. âIs this a family heirloom?â
âNo.â
âThen what is it? Based on Motherâs cautious attitude, it definitely isnât an ordinary gift.â
His way of calling Mother had become smoother. Bai Xuan was too lazy to care about it. After a moment of silence, he touched his nose in an embarrassed manner. âCough, this is what my mother bought when I was born. She was going to give it to⦠her daughter-in-law in the future.â
Xie Shurong glanced at the pendant with surprise. Then he reacted to what happened and smiled brightly. He turned to hug Bai Xuan. âIt seems that Mother has recognized me. Then can I be your wife?â
Bai Xuan blushed and gently pushed him. âWhat wifeâ¦â
Xie Shurong brazenly kissed Bai Xuan. âThen will you be my wife?â
Bai Xuanâs face became redder and he reprimanded, âDonât talk nonsense!â
Xie Shurong immediately changed his words. âCan I become your official boyfriend. Based on my performance, can I get a promotion and a raise?â
Bai Xuan was helpless. âLet go first.â
âIf Boss doesnât let me obtain full status then I wonât let you go.â
âYouâ¦â
âIt has been almost a year since I entered the company and there are three months left on the internship.â Xie Shurong placed his chin on Bai Xuanâs shoulder and acted petulantly. âI want to be your official boyfriend. I donât want to worry every day. Let me be a full time member. I will show a good performance. Donât wait for the yearâs deadline and letâs continue together.â
Bai Xuan was softened by him and couldnât help saying, âThat⦠okay.â
Xie Shurong heard this and a glimmer of light flashed in his eyes. They became particularly deep and the petulant person holding Bai Xuan became a man.
He knew that Bai Xuan still wasnât sure about their relationship and had no confidence spending the rest of his life with Xie Shurong. Still, it didnât matter. One day, he would let Bai Xuan put down all the worries in his heart and really fall in love with Xie Shurong.
Xie Shurong placed Mother Baiâs gift in his pocket and happily held the person in his arms.