The Big Fox Is Fluffy And Cute

TL: Moonlit

Mi Li’s whole being started floating as Lin Xing’s words made him feel incredibly amazed. He naturally liked Lin Xing, from childhood until now. Otherwise, back in kindergarten, he wouldn’t have gathered the courage to share his favorite things with him.

However, he had never extravagantly fantasized that one day, Lin Xing would confess and ask him to consider being his partner.

Even in his wildest dreams, he had never imagined such a scenario.

After Lin Xing finished speaking, he saw Mi Li staring at him in a daze, looking greatly startled, not knowing what to do for a moment.

Lin Xing found him soft and cute and smiled as he touched his head. “Did my words shock you?”

Mi Li blinked and nodded mechanically, “I never thought you would say something like that. I do like you, but the future is still a long way off. Deciding now, wouldn’t it be too early?”

What if one day you change your mind?

Lin Xing agreed, “That’s indeed a concern.”

Hearing this, Mi Li felt a pang in his heart, but before he could even process it, Lin Xing continued, “You do have the right to explore and consider other people, but I’m the first in line. No matter what, you have to prioritize me.”

Mi Li didn’t expect Lin Xing to misunderstand his meaning. “I…”

“I know. It’s settled then. Let’s quickly go in and find a good spot. I’ll teach you how to ice skate.”

As Lin Xing tugged at his hand, Mi Li didn’t know what else to say, so he decided to let time determine everything.

Meanwhile, Lin Chen exited the monorail station and saw Long Yan waiting nearby. Long Yan was wearing a light-colored coat and smiled, waving his hand when he spotted Lin Chen.

With his white hair, Long Yan looked especially eye-catching under the sunlight, coupled with his sparkling crystal eyes, he was exceptionally beautiful. Passersby would stop and take a second glance at him.

Lin Chen ran over, “Why did you come so early? I thought I was early!”

“I couldn’t just let you wait.”

After Long Yan finished speaking, he gestured for Lin Chen to get into the hovercar.

Lin Chen sat in the passenger seat, resting one hand on Long Yan’s waist. “This morning, my brother made plans with Mi Li to go ice skating.”

Long Yan nodded. “Mi Li should be willing to go with him.”

“Do you also see it? My brother is a bit foolish,” Lin Chen chuckled, but then he heard Long Yan, who was driving, suddenly speak up, “Have you figured it out?”

His heart skipped a beat, and Lin Chen tightened his grip on Long Yan’s clothes. “Figured out what?”

Long Yan glanced at his hand and gently curled his lips. “Did Cheng Yu confess to you yesterday?”

The topic suddenly shifted, and Lin Chen blinked. He wasn’t surprised that Long Yan had noticed it yesterday, but he didn’t expect him to be so direct in asking.

“Yes, he did. What’s the matter?” Lin Chen looked into the distance, grateful that Long Yan couldn’t see his expression right now.

“Nothing. I’m just concerned that you might agree to him.”

“I don’t know him well either. It’s only been a short time since school started, and I was surprised by his sudden confession. But if…”

“Can there be no ‘but’?”

Long Yan interrupted him before he could finish speaking. He stopped the hovercar and turned to look at Lin Chen. “Can there be no ‘but’? I don’t want you to have any ‘buts’.”

Lin Chen pursed his lips. “Why?”

Clearly, Long Yan was asking a rhetorical question, and he was almost completely unreserved now.

Long Yan smiled lightly as he leaned closer to Lin Chen’s face. “Can’t you really tell?”

Lin Chen’s ears turned red, but he still tried to appear calm as he looked at him. “Tell what?”

Suddenly, Long Yan reached out and pinched his warm ear. “I like you. Can’t you tell?”

Lin Chen shook his head. “You didn’t say it, so I couldn’t tell.”

“And now?”

“I know now.”

“No reply?”

“I need to consider it.”

Long Yan smiled and ruffled Lin Chen’s head. “You little rascal.”

They got back on the road, and Lin Chen couldn’t help but curl up his lips, looking particularly happy.

The cool breeze brushed against his cheeks, making him feel comfortable and content.

The two of them wandered until the evening before returning home. When Lin Chen got back, Lin Xing had just entered the house. He saw Lin Chen and said, “You’re even later than me.”

“What’s so surprising about me being later than you? Did you have a great time with Mi Li today?”

“Of course! I successfully taught Mi Li how to skate. He’s very clever and learns things quickly.”

Lin Chen’s mouth twitched slightly. “So you took him out just to sincerely teach him how to skate, right?”

Lin Xing smirked and tilted his head. “How could that be? Anyway, you don’t need to ask. I won’t tell you.”

“I don’t want to know either. I’m tired, and I’m going to take a bath and relax.”

After saying that, Lin Chen carried his bag and quickly ran upstairs.

Lin Xing followed behind. “Hey, what about you?”

Lin Chen stopped and looked at him. “What about me?”

“Between you and Long Yan, how’s it going? Any progress?”

“I’m not telling you!” Lin Chen replied, then smiled, pushed the door open, and entered his room, slamming the door shut.

Lin Xing didn’t expect him to refuse so decisively. He blinked and muttered, “What’s there to hide? He’s so stingy.”

Lin Su came out of his room and saw Lin Xing holding a fruit plate, eating strawberries.

“Did you go out today, Female Father?”

“No, I stayed at home with your Male Father. How did the date go today?”

Lin Xing immediately put down the bowl in his hand and nodded, “Mi Li is really cute, Female Father. Today, I asked him why he always has a milky scent on him. Is it because he sprayed perfume with that scent? He said he has loved drinking milk since he was little, so that’s why he has that scent. No wonder he looks so pure and clean.”

Lin Su chuckled while looking at Lin Xing, “Your preferences have never changed from childhood, and you really like Mi Li, don’t you?”

From childhood until now, many young females wanted to befriend Lin Xing and his brother, but in the end, Lin Xing chose only Mi Li.

This was related to the milky scent that Mi Li had.

Because Lin Xing was a big foodie since childhood, Mi Li might remind him of a rice cake with a milky flavor.

When facing Lin Su, both Lin Xing and Lin Chen were always very honest because their Female Father naturally exuded a special affinity that made people feel close and secure.

Lin Xing nodded, “Yes, today I even told him to consider me as his future partner. So, Female Father, you won’t object if I get married when I come of age, right? I don’t want Mi Li to be with someone else.”

Lin Su didn’t expect Lin Xing, who was usually straightforward, to be this direct, announcing to him that he might get married at the legal age for marriage.

On this point, Lin Xing truly took after his three uncles.

“As long as you make your own decision, your Male Father and I won’t interfere with your choice. But the prerequisite is that both you and Mi Li have decided to spend your lives together.”

“Of course, we will consider it carefully,” Lin Xing said, then suddenly opened his arms and hugged Lin Su, “Female Father, I now feel that it’s great to like someone.”

Lin Su reached out and rubbed his big head, “As long as you feel happy. By the way, has Chen Chen come back?”

“He’s back. He said he was tired and went upstairs to take a bath. Female Father, let me tell you, there’s definitely something on his mind, but he’s not telling.”

Looking at Lin Xing, who had the appearance of wanting to gossip but had no information, Lin Su handed him the prepared strawberry smoothie, “Your younger brother is a little reserved, and it’s normal for him to have his own secrets. As an older brother, you don’t have to keep asking.”

“I’m just concerned about him. Let me tell you, Female Father, Long Yan pretends to be all serious, but in fact, he’s very naughty!”

Lin Su couldn’t help but be amused, “You, yourself, is a male who’s interested in Mi Li. So, why can’t Long Yan have feelings for a female he likes?”

“So you mean, even if he has feelings for someone else, I can’t control it, nor do I care? What he cares about is my younger brother, and that’s only possible if Chen Chen really likes him.”

Lin Su hadn’t realized before that Lin Xing had a slight brother complex. “Alright, Chen Chen is grown up now. Can you still protect him for a lifetime? Just stop it!”

Lin Xing grinned, “Don’t worry, Female Father, I know my boundaries.”

Lin Su knew that Lin Xing was reliable. Although he said that, he truly cared about Lin Chen and knew what to do and what not to do. He handed another cup of mango smoothie to Lin Xing, “Take it to Chen Chen.”

Lin Xing accepted it, “Sure.”

Lin Su carried the other two cups back to the room, and William was sitting on the carpet, watching the light and shadow live broadcast. When he saw Lin Su return, he asked, “Why did it take so long?”

“I was talking with Xing Xing downstairs. The little rascal just told me that he wants to get married when he comes of age and asked if I agree.”

William took the lemon water that Lin Su handed over and nodded, “I agree. Once he comes of age, he can move out and live his own life.”

There was no way to keep him at home for one more day. The house had been prepared for him a long time ago, just waiting for this day to come.

The young rascal was clever to know that, or else William would have to do it himself.

Seeing William’s quick approval, Lin Su smiled and looked at him, “Did you plan this day in your heart long ago?”

William’s white dog ears on his head moved slightly, “Once he comes of age, both he and Chen Chen can move out and live their own lives.”

Lin Su thought to himself, “I knew it.” Suddenly, he felt that it would be quite lonely at that time. “How about we have another little rascal?”

William’s dog ears stood up immediately, and his blue eyes looked at Lin Su, “We can try, but can we not actually have one?”

The first part of his sentence was still normal, but the last part revealed a hint of pitifulness.

Lin Su hugged him and rubbed his dog ears, “I’m just teasing you. With you by my side for the rest of my life, how could I feel lonely?”

William embraced him, “Agreed, for the rest of your life, you only have me.”

With that, he leaned in and kissed Lin Su.

The quiet room quickly heated up, making their faces flush and hearts race.

…

Lin Xing knocked on Lin Chen’s door, and Lin Chen wiped his head while accepting the mango smoothie Lin Xing handed to him. “Did Female Father make this?”

“Of course! Who else in our family can make such a delicious smoothie?”

Lin Chen had just finished taking a shower, feeling a bit warm, and now, a cup of cold smoothie was just perfect.

Lin Xing approached him, “I talked to Female Father just now.”

“What did you talk about?” Lin Chen sat down and tossed a cushion to Lin Xing to let him sit down too.

“I asked Female Father if he would agree to me getting married once I come of age. He said as long as I’m happy, he’s fine with it.”

Lin Chen looked at Lin Xing, surprised that Lin Xing, who usually appeared very innocent, was so straightforward about this matter. “Have you already talked to Mi Li today?”

“Yeah, but I asked him to consider me first. I feel like I have a good chance.”

Lin Chen didn’t understand why his brother lacked confidence. Still, it was normal; even though their Male Father and Female Father held high positions in the empire, they never treated their education as superior. They never felt superior due to their status, which made them more considerate of other people’s feelings.

“Since you’ve made your decision, that’s fine. You know, no matter what you do, I’ll support you!”

They had been together since childhood, and if there was anyone who truly understood each other, it was them.

Lin Xing moved the cushion to face Lin Chen. “I’ve said so much. Won’t you tell me about your current situation with Long Yan?”

“He confessed to me.” Lin Chen hugged his knees, smiled sweetly, and his eyes were filled with indissoluble affection. “But I told him I need to think about it.”

“Why still think about it? I can tell you already have your heart set on him.”

“Just like you said, I’m also worried that he might be interested in someone else. Let’s give each other a chance.”

Lin Xing patted his shoulder, “Long Yan is the type of person that once he confesses to you, he won’t like anyone else.”

“How do you know?”

“Have you ever seen him talking to other females? Besides you, he always looks so disinterested. It’s fortunate that he’s good-looking; otherwise, it would be terrifying.”

“Don’t talk about him like that. Aren’t you the same? Except for Mi Li, even if someone else gives you snacks, you’d find them repulsive. Don’t you males fixate on someone and never give up?”

“Unless we are really certain there’s no hope, we’ll keep watching the other person. At least, that’s how I am.”

Lin Xing felt his heart wasn’t that big, and that special place in his heart could only accommodate one person. Once he decided, it was difficult for him to look at others differently.

Now, he somewhat understood William’s possessiveness towards Lin Su.

He really wanted to be with Mi Li at all times, even if they did nothing together, he wouldn’t feel bored.

Ah, he wished he could grow up faster.

Lin Chen noticed that Lin Xing had matured rapidly after opening up his feelings.

Now, almost every time the bell rang for class breaks, Lin Xing would run out to find Mi Li.

Although the money they earned from their part-time jobs was enough to buy a game console, Lin Xing’s interests had changed. He was obsessed with taking Mi Li home and spending more time with him, even if it was just a minute. Being with him made Lin Xing happy.

Lin Chen didn’t have the mood to go crazy with him. However, Long Yan knew that he didn’t need to work today and quietly accompanied him home before returning to his own home.

A few times, Lin Su invited Long Yan into the house, and he would just smile and say, “There will be a chance for a formal visit.”

Lin Su found this young male quite interesting. What did he mean by “a chance for a formal visit”? Lin Su could easily guess what he was referring to.

He couldn’t meet the gaze of his own little female cub, who was feeling a bit embarrassed.

Lin Su smiled and approached, “I’ve noticed that Long Yan looks even more handsome now that he’s grown up.”

Lin Chen blushed, “It’s not that great. He’s just fine-looking, an average person.”

Lin Su ruffled his cub’s head, “So, my cub is not lying to himself? He’s a handsome man!”

Finally, Lin Chen couldn’t pretend anymore and chuckled, “Yeah, he’s exceptionally handsome.”

Lin Chen felt that Long Yan’s face was simply a tempting crime for him.

After completing a semester of courses, summer vacation arrived in the blink of an eye.

When they were younger, during every holiday, the two cubs had to undergo training at the military base.

Now that they were older, Lin Su and William wouldn’t specially arrange anything for them.

However, the two cubs had their own plans. They applied in advance to become volunteers at the Contract Beast Hall.

As volunteers, they would do some work, although it was unpaid, they received a small stipend, and they also earned academic credits, which would be helpful for their future studies.

After Lin Su signed their volunteer applications, he said, “Working there won’t be easy.”

“Don’t worry, Female Father. We can handle it.”

“Then, do your best. Your Male Father and I are planning to travel during the vacation. If you need anything, you can go find your grandfather or uncles.”

“Okay.”

Every vacation, William would take Lin Su on a trip; it had become a tradition.

The two cubs didn’t think much of it.

Long Yan and Mi Li also signed up for volunteer work together with them.

On the first morning of their volunteer work, when Lin Xing went downstairs, he found that Lin Chen had prepared breakfast and lunch for him.

“I see you’ve become quite skilled. This smells amazing! Your cooking is catching up to Female Father’s.”

“Don’t underestimate me! I’ve been learning from Female Father for so long.”

“Why does this bag look a bit fuller than the others?”

“This is for Long Yan.”

“Hey, you can’t be unfair like that!”

“It’s not unfair, so what? If you’re not happy, you can make your own food. Having yours is good enough!”

“But I’m your blood brother.”

“So what? Being my blood brother doesn’t change anything!”

Lin Xing blinked and felt that his little brother was right; he couldn’t do anything about it. “Okay, fine.”

Lin Chen chuckled. “Have you decided on your post-graduation options?”

“I’m planning to join the military. Starting from the military base. How about you?” Influenced by William, Lin Xing had always admired soldiers. Even though it was a time of peace, without any wars, it didn’t stop him from wanting to become a hero.

Lin Chen rested his chin on his hands. “I want to become someone like Female Father. So, I think I’ll study medicine and then work at Grandfather’s research institute for two years. After that, I’ll help Female Father with his work. This way, he should be able to enjoy a completely private life with Male Father.”

They had always admired their parents’ love and were willing to contribute to their happiness.

“Have you discussed this with Long Yan?”

“We talked about it. He also wants to join the military like you. The Imperial Military Academy and the Imperial Medical College are right next to each other. We can meet up anytime. As for Mi Li, he wants to graduate and go directly to the Ai Su Culinary and Dessert Academy to learn authentic cooking and dessert making. You won’t have many chances to meet him.”

The military base had closed management, and they could only come out on weekends after enrollment. Lin Chen could take advantage of the convenience to sneak out and see Long Yan.

It was more difficult for Mi Li to visit, as there were several large areas between them.

Talking about this, Lin Xing didn’t feel upset but instead smiled. “So, Mi Li and I agreed that on graduation day, we’ll get our marriage certificates.”

It happened to be the day they both reached the legal age for marriage.

Once they had the certificates, Mi Li would be completely his. Was he afraid Mi Li would run away? Not at all.

Moreover, not long ago, they had received accurate news from their Grandfather Su Jin. The Ai Su Culinary and Dessert Academy was planning to establish a branch near the military base and the medical college.

When that time came, Mi Li could go directly to that school and return to the military base in the evenings, so they could see each other every day.

Lin Chen never expected that his brother had already planned everything.

“You’re really something. You’ve figured everything out. If Mi Li doesn’t go with you, it won’t work. You said before to give him a chance to look at others, but I see you’re just pretending to be magnanimous, waiting for someone to fall into your well-prepared gentle trap.”

Being exposed in his little scheme, Lin Xing wasn’t annoyed. He had a smile on his face, and his eyes showed determination. “Chen Chen, you have to remember that a male will never willingly give up the partner he has chosen.”

Even seemingly gentle individuals wouldn’t give up their chosen partners easily.

Lin Chen snorted. “Just eat your meal.”

Now he understood that his brother was really cunning.

He felt fortunate that Long Yan wouldn’t be like that. Just as he was thinking that, Lin Xing spoke again, “Long Yan is also preparing to apply for a marriage house. We’ve thoroughly looked into this matter before.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Chen turned to look at Lin Xing, who was smiling.

“So, why are you suddenly silent?”

Lin Chen blinked, suppressing the excitement rising on his face, and pretended to be casual. “If he wants to apply, it’s his business.”

“Heh, you can secretly enjoy it. Does he apply for a marriage house just to live alone?” Lin Xing tapped his shoulder with a smile.

After saying that, Lin Xing turned and went upstairs to change his clothes. Lin Chen smirked, “Bastard, secretly doing things without telling me.”

When Lin Xing came back downstairs, they both packed their food and left the house together, riding their bikes to the contract beast hall.

When they arrived, Long Yan and Mi Li were already there.

Upon seeing them coming, the four of them went in together.

They changed into their work clothes and name badges at the entrance before entering the hall.

On their first day of work, their main task was to clean the park area. Afterward, they would take turns based on the work schedule, sometimes even assisting visitors or hosting contract ceremonies, depending on the work requirements.

Wearing uniform uniforms, Lin Chen and Mi Li were responsible for a smaller area of the park, while Long Yan and Lin Xing were in charge of a larger area.

Cleaning didn’t entirely require their personal effort, as there were professional robots for that task. Their role was mainly to supervise and follow up.

While Lin Chen and Mi Li were chatting, they brought up the topic of graduation. “So, my brother said he’s planning to apply for a marriage house in the military district. Have you agreed to it?”

Mi Li didn’t expect Lin Chen to bring up this matter proactively and nodded slightly. “Yes, he told me he wants to apply for a marriage house in the military district. I don’t know how to refuse, nor do I want to.”

Lin Chen knew that Lin Xing seemed gentle, but he had actually accurately gauged Mi Li’s feelings for him. Moreover, Lin Xing genuinely liked Mi Li, and since both of them were willing, it couldn’t be better. “Let me say congratulations in advance. We’ll be a family from now on.”