The Big Fox Is Fluffy And Cute

TL: Moonlit

Lin Chen felt a hint of delight in his heart but pretended to be nonchalant. However, his peripheral vision couldn’t help but steal glances at Long Yan.

Long Yan’s profile had smooth lines, a high nose bridge, and his lips curved slightly, displaying a perfect appearance.

Lin Chen couldn’t resist the charm of Long Yan’s looks.

Meanwhile, Lin Xing went to visit Mi Li’s classroom. Mi Li had just returned from the infirmary when he saw Lin Xing and was startled. “Why did you come over here?”

Lin Xing took a few steps closer, reaching out to grab his arm. His blue eyes focused on Mi Li’s reddened face. “Did they hit you?”

Mi Li still carried a sweet milky scent from their childhood.

Being held like this by Lin Xing made Mi Li nervous, and he hesitated for a moment before responding, “It’s nothing serious. Chen Chen helped me.”

“If he hadn’t seen it, were you planning to endure it all alone?”

“No, I have a way.” Mi Li looked at Lin Xing, surprised and delighted to see him so serious for the first time. He tugged at his clothes and pinched them. “Don’t be angry, really, I’m fine.”

Lin Xing stared at Mi Li’s blushing cheeks. “Does it hurt?”

“It doesn’t hurt. I went to the infirmary, and I’m okay.”

Lin Xing nodded, then suddenly reached out and ruffled his hair. “Don’t always be so soft. If others bully you, fight back. What are you afraid of? I’ll be your support. Shall we go home together tonight?”

“Sure, but it might not be on your way.”

“I’m going to the Dongcheng District tonight, and isn’t your house over there too? It’s on my way.”

“You, you remember!”

“My memory isn’t that bad. Now, go to class.”

“Okay, see you later.”

Watching Mi Li walk away, Lin Xing scanned the surrounding gazes directed at them and said, “You all saw that, right? Mi Li is mine!”

The sudden declaration left the onlookers stunned. They watched Lin Xing leave, only recovering after he disappeared.

What does this mean?

Mi Li belongs to Lin Xing, and they have something going on!

Lin Xing came out of the teaching building and rejoined Lin Chen. Lin Chen asked in a low voice, “How did it go?”

“No one will bully him anymore.”

“How can you be so sure? What did you do?”

Lin Xing pressed his lips together. Though he may have simple thoughts at times, he wasn’t foolish. He knew the consequences of the things he said in the teaching building.

“I said Mi Li is mine. That way, nobody with a lack of brains will dare to bully him.”

Lin Chen: “…”

Lin Xing rolled his eyes at Lin Chen’s comment, “Are you crazy?” He cleared his throat and continued, “I know what this means, but since neither of us has anyone we like right now, what’s the harm?”

“It may not be harmful to you, but have you considered what it means for Mi Li? If he can’t find a suitable partner in the future because of you, and he’s forced into a compulsory match, are you willing to marry him?”

Lin Chen really wanted to knock on his brother’s head to see what he was thinking.

“Well, then I’ll marry him. Isn’t Mi Li good?” Lin Xing touched his nose. “He always has a sweet milk scent on him. Do you think he’s wearing milk-scented perfume?”

Lin Chen: “…”

After class, when Lin Chen finished changing clothes and came out, he ran into Cheng Yu, who came out from the next room. Cheng Yu walked over and handed him a bottle of chilled water, “Lin Chen, I have a question to ask you.”

Lin Chen took the bottle, “Thank you. What’s the question?”

“Do you and Long Yan know each other for a long time?”

“Yeah, we were classmates in kindergarten. Why do you ask?”

Cheng Yu suddenly bent down and approached Lin Chen’s face, “Because I like you. If you have nothing going on with him, can I pursue you?”

Caught off guard by the confession, Lin Chen hesitated for a moment and then playfully pushed Cheng Yu away, “Pursue me? Dream on!”

Cheng Yu straightened up and laughed as he watched Lin Chen walk away.

Childhood friends, what else could he do? It was always hard to win against fate!

Lin Chen didn’t expect Cheng Yu to be so direct; he was completely unprepared!

“Why are you in such a hurry?” As Lin Chen rushed toward the classroom without paying attention, he almost stumbled, but Long Yan quickly reached out and caught him.

Facing Long Yan’s crystal blue eyes, Lin Chen stood up straight with a whoosh, “Nothing, are you going out even though it’s time for class?”

Long Yan swayed the cup in his hand, “Just going to get some water. But why are you in such a hurry?”

“Oh, I’m afraid of being late for class. I’ll go back to my seat first.” After saying that, Lin Chen turned and walked back to his seat. Why did he feel guilty in front of Long Yan, even though he was the one who was confessed to?

Lin Xing looked at him as he returned, “Is something wrong? What happened just now?”

Lin Xing and Lin Chen have known each other since they were young, spending their days together.

Lin Xing could naturally tell that Lin Chen was a bit flustered at the moment.

“It’s nothing.”

Just as he said that, Cheng Yu walked in from outside and lightly tapped his desk as he passed by.

Lin Xing raised an eyebrow.

Lin Chen’s heart tightened.

After Cheng Yu walked past, Lin Xing wrote a note and passed it to Lin Chen: “What happened?”

Lin Chen didn’t hide anything and quickly wrote down a few strokes: “He confessed to me unexpectedly!”

Lin Xing wasn’t particularly surprised to hear this. With Lin Chen’s appearance and charm, many males have liked him since childhood, and Cheng Yu was just one of them.

“If you’re not interested, then reject him sooner.”

“I know, but I wasn’t prepared for it.”

“I understand. He’s a bit impatient.” Lin Xing touched his chin. “If it was Long Yan who confessed to you today, would you accept?”

Lin Chen felt a bit tense inside. “Let him confess to me first. I want to try and see.”

“Calculating!” Lin Xing teased.

Lin Chen: “^_^”

After school, Cheng Yu deliberately waited outside and waved when he saw Lin Chen and Lin Xing coming together.

Long Yan, who was unlocking his bike nearby, glanced at Lin Chen without leaving any traces.

Lin Xing pushed the bike. “I’m going to wait for Mi Li. Hurry up, Long Yan. We’ll head over there.”

Long Yan walked up to Lin Chen. “Is everything alright, Chen Chen?”

Lin Xing chuckled, “Yes!”

Lin Chen called Cheng Yu to the side, “Let’s talk.”

Cheng Yu nodded and followed Lin Chen to a less crowded corner, “Are you going to reject me?”

Before Lin Chen could speak, Cheng Yu continued, as if he had already anticipated this outcome, “You already know, so do I need to say it again?”

Lin Chen’s response amused Cheng Yu, “Do you like Long Yan?”

Lin Chen blinked, “Isn’t it obvious?”

Cheng Yu felt a bit bitter because he had been paying attention to Lin Chen for a long time and could see it. “Well, it’s alright. Because I’ve been keeping an eye on you, I can tell. But have you ever considered someone else, like me? Can’t you give it a try?”

“Even if I don’t like you, it’s fine?”

“I think I’m not that bad, and maybe if you give it a try, you’ll end up liking me.” Cheng Yu tried to sound optimistic.

Lin Chen smiled as he looked at him, “Do you treat this as some trivial game? I won’t play with emotions like that. For me, liking someone is genuine, and not liking someone is just that. Perhaps we might develop feelings from being together, but whether it’s what I truly want, only I know. Besides, you are indeed outstanding, and there’s no need for you to belittle yourself like this. Thank you for your affection, but I’m sorry, I cannot accept it. Let’s remain good friends.”

Lin Chen patted Cheng Yu’s shoulder in a friendly manner and then left confidently.

Cheng Yu stood in place, watching Lin Chen push the bike towards the person waiting outside the school gate, and suddenly smiled.

He got rejected again!

Childhood friends can’t beat unexpected love, what a load of nonsense!

Long Yan looked at Lin Chen coming over, and his jawline tightened. Earlier, when Mi Li asked about Lin Chen’s whereabouts, Lin Xing mysteriously mentioned that Lin Chen was dealing with some personal matters.

Cheng Yu liked Lin Chen, and he could tell that Long Yan didn’t expect Lin Chen to handle it so swiftly.

“Let’s go.”

Lin Chen hopped onto the bike and pretended to be nonchalant, “Don’t you guys have any questions to ask? If you want to ask, just ask directly. There’s no need to keep staring at me like this!”

Lin Xing immediately leaned over, “How is it? Is he heartbroken?”

Lin Chen knew his brother would ask such a brainless question, “I’m not sure, but he must be feeling awful.”

Lin Xing sighed, “Actually, I think Cheng Yu is not bad at all. Good-looking, seems to have a good personality, good at studying…”

“Have you eaten the cookie? How does it taste?” Without letting Lin Xing continue, Long Yan interrupted him, “Do you want a pineapple bun? I’ll bring one for you tomorrow?”

Lin Xing smiled and didn’t say much.

Lin Chen glanced at Long Yan, “You can even make pineapple buns now?”

“Well, I can make quite a lot of things.”

Lin Chen’s lips gently curved up, “Why did you learn all this?”

Long Yan’s lips also curved up, “I remember someone liked to eat them.”

A sweet feeling welled up in Lin Chen’s heart. Although Long Yan didn’t say it explicitly, he knew that “someone” was him.

After parting ways with Long Yan and Mi Li, Lin Xing asked, “What were you talking about with Long Yan? You seemed so happy?”

Lin Chen glanced at him, “What did you say to Mi Li that made you so happy?”

“I talked about our childhood memories. I didn’t expect him to remember!” Lin Xing replied.

Lin Chen glanced at Lin Xing, feeling that his brother was truly naive. Mi Li’s gaze toward Lin Xing clearly showed his affection. Perhaps only Lin Xing himself didn’t realize it.

“Treat him well. Because of you, Mi Li might not find a suitable partner for a long time,” Lin Chen advised.

Lin Xing didn’t speak for a while as he rode the bike. After some time, he said, “If he can’t find someone, isn’t there still me?”

Lin Chen chuckled lightly, “Now I’m starting to suspect if you’re doing this on purpose!”

Lin Xing smirked, “Mi Li is quite good. After all these years, he’s one of the few females I think are not bad, besides you.”

Lin Chen nodded, “Well then, I really should thank you!”

Lin Xing shook his head, “No need to be polite.”

…

After they finished work, Lin Su had prepared dinner for them.

William came down from upstairs and saw the two little ones eating in the dining room, “How’s school been lately?”

Both of them looked up, “It’s been good.”

His gaze fell on the two cups of juice that Lin Su had poured for them. Tonight, Lin Su didn’t appear; he must have been kept in their room by his husband and couldn’t come downstairs in time.

William didn’t say much after hearing their response, just reminded them, “Be quieter when you go upstairs later so as not to disturb your female father’s rest.”

Watching William leave, the two little ones exchanged a glance and both saw the smile in each other’s eyes.

They were well aware of the strong bond between William and Lin Su.

In their home, William’s feelings towards the two of them were just average, but his concern for Lin Su was full and overflowing.

In Internet terms, the cubs were just an unexpected gain, but true love would always be between the two of them.

Fortunately, even so, William was still a responsible male father.

After dinner, the two little ones went upstairs to finish their homework. When they finished, washed up, and went to bed, Lin Xing couldn’t help but say, “What do you think I should bring for school tomorrow? Mi Li said he’ll bring some cupcakes.”

Lin Chen, touching the face mask on his face, rolled his eyes, “Are you two still in kindergarten? Are you preparing to exchange snacks?”

Childish.

Watching Lin Chen return to his room, Lin Xing raised an eyebrow. Was sharing snacks really that childish?

The next morning, Lin Su looked at her two sons, each carrying a paper bag filled with cheese, fruits, cupcakes, and other snacks, and smiled, “Are you both going to school with snacks to share with your classmates today?”

Lin Xing smiled, “Yeah, how did you figure it out, Female Father? Mi Li and I decided that he’ll bring cupcakes, so I’ll bring some yogurt and stuff.”

Lin Chen patted Lin Xing’s shoulder, “Female Father, we’re off to school now, bye.”

Lin Su chuckled as he watched the two little ones, clearly they had their own little secret.

William came downstairs and leaned over to kiss Lin Su on the cheek, “What’s making you so happy?”

“The cubs are growing up!”

William nodded, “Isn’t that great? We can finally have some alone time together.”

He had been looking forward to this day for who knows how long.

The little cubs were growing so slowly.

Lin Su chuckled at William, who didn’t hide this fact at all. The big fox was as adorable as ever.

On their way to school, they didn’t run into Cheng Yu this time, which undoubtedly made Lin Chen breathe a sigh of relief.

When they reached their classroom, they saw a paper bag on Lin Chen’s desk, containing freshly baked pineapple buns.

They knew at a glance who left it there. Lin Chen smiled and took it, pushing his own things to Lin Xing.

Lin Xing noticed, “Why don’t you go deliver it yourself?”

“It’s more convenient for you to do it.”

Lin Xing picked up the paper bag and stood up, “You don’t seem like a shy person at all!”

Lin Chen rolled his eyes, confirming that Lin Xing was indeed his older brother.

Lin Xing handed the bag to Long Yan and then went to find Mi Li next door.

He simply stood at the door and called Mi Li out, handing over the bag, and suddenly reaching out to pat Mi Li’s head.

When Mi Li returned to the classroom, his classmates couldn’t help but gather around and ask him what was going on.

With a slight blush on his cheeks, Mi Li smiled and put away the bag, feeling a warm sweetness in his heart.

On the way back, Lin Xing stared at his palm and smiled foolishly. Seeing this, Lin Chen couldn’t help but ask, “What are you so happy about? What’s in your palm?”

Lin Xing suddenly reached out to touch Lin Chen’s hair, but Lin Chen quickly grabbed his wrist, staring at him warily, and said, “What are you doing? I’m telling you to be honest.”

Lin Xing’s mouth twitched, “I just wanted to touch it and feel it. Why do you act like I’m trying to kill you?”

“Touching my hair is like killing me!”

“Is it that exaggerated? Yesterday, I saw Long Yan touching your hair.”

“Can that be the same? He can touch you, but you can’t.” After saying this, Lin Chen suddenly thought of something, “Have you touched Mi Li’s hair?”

Lin Xing nodded with a smile, “Yeah, I didn’t expect the hair of you, little females, to be so soft!”

Lin Chen: “…”

It was such a silly question that he didn’t even want to answer.

At lunchtime, the four of them gathered together. Lin Chen was eating the pineapple bun baked by Long Yan and commented, “It tastes really good.”

Long Yan smiled and handed him an opened yogurt, “It might be a bit cold now, it’s even better when it’s warm.”

Lin Chen took a sip of the yogurt, which had his favorite strawberry flavor, “I think this temperature is just right.”

“As long as you like it. Do you have time this weekend?”

“Why? Do you have something to do?”

Long Yan met Lin Chen’s expectant gaze and nodded with a smile, “Yes, I want to invite you to watch a movie. Will you go?”

“Sure!”

The two secretly decided on their plans for the coming weekend without telling Lin Xing.

In the evening after school, Lin Xing counted on his fingers, “With the money we earned this week, we can spend the whole day playing on Sunday.”

“Sunday won’t work, I have something to do on Sunday.”

Lin Xing was taken aback, “What do you have to do? How can you be busy on that day? We can buy the game console home on the same day we get paid.”

“I said I have something to do, and I do have something to do. It’s fine to wait one more day. Why are you in such a hurry!”

Lin Xing: “You… something feels off about you. What are you doing on Sunday? Did Long Yan invite you?”

Lin Chen, realizing that Lin Xing guessed it, nodded without hiding it, “Yeah, Long Yan and I agreed to go watch a movie.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Xing said, “Schemer! I knew that little brat, Long Yan, he pretends to be serious, but he was up to no good. In that case, I’ll invite Mi Li to watch a movie too.”

Lin Chen quickly stopped his brother, putting his hand on his arm, “You’ve got it all wrong. Long Yan and I are going to watch a movie together, and you’re also inviting Mi Li to watch one? Are we forming a group of four? Can’t you invite Mi Li to do something else while we go separately?”

“But isn’t it more fun with more people?”

“I don’t want more people; I just want the two of us. You can invite Mi Li to go ice skating; that’s also fun.”

“But what if Mi Li doesn’t like ice skating? I think watching a movie is good; it’s not tiring like ice skating, which consumes a lot of energy.”

“Then don’t do it at the same time; go separately. If you dare to show up and form a group with us, you…”

“Why is it so lively here? What are you talking about?” Lin Su came down from upstairs and saw the two little ones in the kitchen looking intense.

“It’s Chen Chen who doesn’t want me to follow him on his date,” Lin Xing spoke directly, looking a bit aggrieved.

Lin Su chuckled and shook his head, “When your little brother is going on a date, it’s indeed not suitable for big brother to tag along.”

“I’m also taking Mi Li with us. Isn’t it more fun with four people?”

Lin Chen rolled his eyes in frustration.

Lin Su finally understood the situation and smiled, “On this point, I’m on Chen Chen’s side. A date is meant for two people, not with another couple.”

“See, even Female Father agrees.”

Lin Xing pouted, “Alright then, I’ll invite Mi Li to go ice skating.”

After saying that, he went upstairs to message Mi Li.

Lin Chen stuck out his tongue, and Lin Su patted his shoulder with a smile, “Have you made up your mind for real?”

Lin Chen’s cheeks were slightly warm, “I don’t know yet, let’s give it a try.”

“Okay, as long as you’re happy.”

On this matter, Lin Su wouldn’t restrict Lin Chen from making friends or trying things he liked. Life shouldn’t be limited by self-imposed restrictions.

After returning to his room, Lin Xing messaged Mi Li, “Do you have time on Sunday? Do you want to come out and play, maybe go ice skating?”

To his surprise, Mi Li replied quickly, “Sure, but I’m not good at ice skating.”

“I’ll teach you; I’m quite skilled at it. I promise you won’t fall.”

After talking to Mi Li, Lin Xing suddenly felt that going ice skating with him was not a bad idea.

Early on the weekend morning, the two brothers set out separately. Lin Xing approached Lin Chen, “You changed your perfume. What’s the scent today? It’s a bit sweet.”

Lin Chen smirked, “Sweet? It’s none of your business. Let’s go quickly and don’t waste my time.”

Lin Xing laughed and said, “Wishing you a successful date~”

Lin Su watched the two little ones leave and smiled, turning to William, “Look how good they are.”

“We are good too. Is there anywhere you want to go today?”

“Why, are you planning a date too?”

“Well, it’s been a while since we had a date.”

“In that case, let me help you with your ‘tail-washing’!” Lin Su’s eyes sparkled with anticipation. Since the kids grew up, they could be left alone at home quite freely. There were still some things to be cautious about, but today, the two little ones were not at home, so they could indulge themselves a bit.

William couldn’t refuse the expectation in Lin Su’s eyes, “Alright.”

After all, as long as he was alone with Lin Su, it didn’t matter where they were.

…

Lin Xing picked up Mi Li at the monorail station and let him sit in the backseat, saying, “Hold on tight, it’s my first time taking someone with me.”

Mi Li smiled, placing one hand on Lin Xing’s waist. His ears felt a bit warm because of Lin Xing’s words. “Not even Lin Chen?”

“Yeah, you’re the first. Are you scared?”

Mi Li shook his head, but then he realized that sitting behind Lin Xing meant that Lin Xing couldn’t see his expression. “No, I’m not scared.”

Lin Xing received his answer and chuckled, “Don’t worry; I won’t let you fall.”

Mi Li trusted him, “Is it just the two of us today? Is Lin Chen not coming with us?”

“He went to watch a movie with Long Yan.”

Lin Xing instinctively didn’t mention that he initially wanted to make it a group outing. His gut feeling told him it was best not to say that.

Mi Li was surprised, “So they’re going to be together?”

“It’s probably not that soon.”

Lin Xing suddenly felt uncertain. In reality, if Lin Chen were to choose a partner in the future, Long Yan would probably be a more suitable candidate. After all, they had known each other since childhood, and they had a foundation of mutual feelings and understanding.

As he thought about this, Lin Xing couldn’t help but look at Mi Li.

“Um, Mi Li, do you have any thoughts about your future partner?”

Faced with this sudden question, Mi Li was taken aback for a moment and then blushed with embarrassment, “I haven’t really thought about it.”

“I see. Well, what do you think of me? We grew up together from a young age, though we haven’t been in the same class except for kindergarten. Still, our relationship is pretty good, right? We understand each other’s preferences. Give it some thought, consider me!”

Mi Li couldn’t believe that Lin Xing had suddenly dropped such a significant question on him, almost leaving him dumbfounded. He stared at Lin Xing with wide eyes for a while before asking, “Are you serious?”

Lin Xing touched his face, “Do I look like I’m joking? I’ve actually thought about it just now. If I had to be with someone in the future, I’d prefer it to be you. Among others, you’re the one who makes me feel the most comfortable. Maybe that’s what it means to like someone—I like you.”