Xu Zhou eventually let Gu Jingchen go.
Gu Jingchen did go home to chat with his grandfather.
When he returned to the old house, it was already past eight in the evening. Grandpa Gu had just finished dinner and was taking a stroll in the courtyard.
Gu Jingchen, leading the family’s Husky, hurriedly approached and said, “Grandpa, there’s something I don’t understand, and I want to ask you.”
Grandpa Gu, long accustomed to his grandson’s impulsive nature, glanced at him indifferently and said, “Go ahead.”
However, Gu Jingchen hesitated for a moment before saying, “Can two men be together for a lifetime?”
Grandpa Gu, who was stooping to pat the Husky’s head, paused at the words, straightened up, and asked, “Why are you suddenly asking this?”
Although he appeared calm on the surface, he was actually quite shaken, sensing that something significant was unfolding.
Gu Jingchen didn’t mention Xu Zhou’s words. He stammered, “I… I just wanted to ask.”
Grandpa Gu scanned him with his eyes.
It’s worth noting that Grandpa Gu had been on the battlefield, killing enemies. His gaze carried an endless sense of authority.
Gu Jingchen couldn’t help but swallow nervously. “Grandpa, please don’t look at me like that; I’m nervous.”
Grandpa Gu remained silent.
He was helpless when it came to his eldest grandson, who was foolish to the core. But what could he do? He had indulged this personality, and now he had to accept it.
“Grandpa has lived for many decades and has seen men together; it’s not a big deal,” Grandpa Gu carefully chose his words. “As for whether they can spend a lifetime together, it depends on the individuals. Think about it; even married couples between men and women end up getting divorced.”
Gu Jingchen pondered, “Even if I’m with a man, I’ll still spend a lifetime with him. Grandpa, didn’t you say not to play with other people’s emotions?”
Grandpa Gu remained silent.
He had indeed said that, but if things really couldn’t work out, forcing a relationship wasn’t the solution.
Why was his eldest grandson so single-minded?
But upon reflection, it wasn’t necessarily a bad thing.
Gu Jingchen wasn’t foolish; he had a good personality. If he genuinely liked someone, he would wholeheartedly invest in the relationship, and undoubtedly, the other person would respond in kind.
Relationships are built on mutual understanding; if I treat you well, you’ll treat me well.
If someone played with emotions and hurt his grandson’s heart, Grandpa Gu wouldn’t hesitate to drive them away.
So, Grandpa Gu nodded and said, “Well, if you can have a loving and harmonious lifelong relationship, that would be the best.”
Gu Jingchen, holding the Husky’s leash, walked slowly with Grandpa Gu on the small path paved with bluestones.
By now, night had fallen, and dim yellow lights illuminated the courtyard.
He loosened the leash, and the Husky excitedly ran out with a whoosh. Watching the figure of the Husky sprinting away, he softly asked, “Um… would you oppose if I were with a man?”
Grandpa Gu secretly thought that his grandson was finally coming around.
He calmly replied, “I won’t oppose. Grandpa only wants you to be happy.”
And that was the truth.
Having lived through turbulent times of war, he considered being alive a stroke of luck. In those days, to drive away invaders, how many comrades and civilians had lost their lives?
What could be more important than being alive?
Gu Jingchen became happy, although he wasn’t sure why: “But I haven’t decided yet because I don’t know if I like men.”
Upon hearing this, Grandpa Gu felt a bit anxious for that child from the Xu family.
His own eldest grandson was a bit of a fool, needing someone to enlighten him.
Grandpa Gu fell into contemplation.
Should he intervene in this matter?
Regarding that child from the Xu family, he had no objections. He had mentally prepared himself over the years.
But… what if his own grandson didn’t like the other person?
He was somewhat uncertain about whether involving himself in matchmaking would lead to a positive outcome.
In the end, he could only express it tactfully, “Think it through and don’t hurt others. If you like someone, just agree directly.”
Gu Jingchen suddenly brightened up and earnestly agreed.
After bidding farewell to Grandpa, he went to find Xu Zhou and the others.
It was his birthday today, and everyone was going to sing karaoke. He couldn’t just disappear.
Arriving at the venue, he saw Xu Zhou sitting alone on the sofa in the hall, staring at his phone with his head lowered, oblivious to his surroundings.
With a beaming smile, Gu Jingchen walked over and noticed that the phone screen was black.
So, what was Zhou Zhou so absorbed in thinking about?
He gently tapped Xu Zhou’s shoulder, “I’m back.”
Xu Zhou looked a bit surprised and pocketed his phone, “Hmm.”
Sensing that Zhou Zhou might be unhappy, Gu Jingchen thought for a moment, sat down beside him, and asked softly, “Zhou Zhou, are you upset?”
Xu Zhou looked at him with a complex expression, didn’t answer whether he was upset or not, but instead asked, “Did you talk to Grandpa?”
Gu Jingchen smiled brilliantly, “Yes, Grandpa said that two men can also spend a lifetime together!”
Xu Zhou secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
The reason he was afraid was that he knew Grandpa Gu was a wise person. If Gu Jingchen went back to have a chat with the old man, he would surely figure out what was going on.
Honestly, he was truly afraid that Grandpa Gu would oppose it.
When Gu Jingchen disappeared, Xu Zhou felt restless, waiting for almost two hours without his return.
Zhou Nianyuan advised him to call and check, but holding the phone, he couldn’t bring himself to press the dial button.
Fortunately, Gu Jingchen returned, and the situation wasn’t as bad as Xu Zhou expected. To his surprise, Grandpa Gu didn’t oppose Gu Jingchen being with a man!
This pleasant surprise came so suddenly that Xu Zhou was stunned for a long time, only gradually coming back to his senses when his eyes felt sore.
Mumbling at the corner of his lips, he asked, “Really?”
Gu Jingchen could sense that Xu Zhou’s mood seemed to be improving, and he became happy too, “It’s true.” He paused and then looked at Xu Zhou seriously, saying, “But I’m still not sure if I like men or not… Zhou Zhou, can you wait for me to figure it out?”
Xu Zhou locked eyes with him, saw the sincerity in his eyes, and his heart softened, “Yes, I’ll wait for you.”
Gu Jingchen took his hand, “Then let’s go sing. I really want to sing ‘Borrowing Another Five Hundred Years Towards the Sky’!”
Xu Zhou: “…”
Well, who asked him to fall for such a big fool?
The two walked hand in hand into the private room.
Zhou Nianyuan leaned against the sofa, raising an eyebrow at Xu Zhou.
Xu Zhou smiled.
Today, when he confessed, he had prepared himself to be rejected, even to be discovered by the elders and face their opposition. However, he didn’t expect this result. It was quite a turn of events.
Anyway, he was quite satisfied.
As for other things, they could take it slow. After all, Jingchen didn’t seem to mind his kisses, so he would find opportunities to practice and make Jingchen get used to it.
As for Meng Xinqi in the corner, seeing the two holding hands, she suddenly realized something.
She widened her eyes in disbelief, then averted her gaze, hiding all her astonishment.
After singing karaoke, others gradually went home.
However, Xu Zhou held onto Gu Jingchen’s hand and said, “Let’s take a walk on the way. I had a bit to drink, feeling a bit dizzy, and I want to sober up.”
Gu Jingchen naturally had no objections. When he heard that Xu Zhou was feeling dizzy, he immediately expressed concern, “I’ll go buy some yogurt.”
Conveniently, there was a convenience store ahead, and he rushed inside.
Watching his figure, Xu Zhou smiled softly.
Regardless of everything else, Jingchen caring for him and being concerned about him was enough.
Gu Jingchen bought yogurt for Xu Zhou and some sobering fruits, then led him to the nearby park.
It was quite late now, and there were only a few couples in the park. However, there were quite a few stray dogs and cats wandering through the trees.
They sat on a bench, and Gu Jingchen inserted the straw into the yogurt, handing it to Xu Zhou. He also peeled grapes for him, saying, “I’ve had them washed. They’re clean. Go ahead and eat.”
Enjoying his care, Xu Zhou felt really good.
He ate the grapes, took a sip of yogurt, leaned his head on Gu Jingchen’s shoulder, and said, “Jingchen, can we be together?”
Gu Jingchen shook his head, “No, I can’t play with your feelings. I need to think it over before I can agree.”
Xu Zhou: “…”
He had known that the person he liked was a bit single-minded. What could he do? He could only spoil him.
Putting the yogurt aside, he held Gu Jingchen’s hand, leaned in, and bit Gu Jingchen’s lips, slipping his tongue inside.
The fragrance of grapes and the sweet-sour taste of yogurt spread in Gu Jingchen’s mouth, and he felt his heart pounding.
When Xu Zhou stopped, he was still a bit unsatisfied, chasing after him to peck at Xu Zhou’s dimples.
Xu Zhou looked at him with amusement, “Do you dislike us kissing?”
Gu Jingchen shook his head, “I’ve already said, I don’t mind at all.”
Xu Zhou asked, “Then why won’t you be with me?”
Gu Jingchen suddenly faltered in his speech.
Yeah, why wouldn’t he agree?
Does he… really like Zhou Zhou?
Author’s Note:
Sorry, my dear readers. I’ve been hesitating these days about whether to move to another city or rent out the house here, and then I kept going back and forth, halfway through packing, planning to sell some things, and then changed my mind again… and didn’t update~
I’ll resume updates from May 1st, posting daily like before, until the end~
Thanks to the little angels for voting for me or giving me nutrient solution~
Thanks to the little angels for giving [Nutrient Solution]:
Shuang Wei Xi: 10 bottles; Xiang Shou Ni: 1 bottle;
Thank you all for your support. I will continue to work hard!
