The fans saw Xie Huai smiling at them, and their screams became even louder!

Xie Huai turns out to be so approachable! And his smile is really gentle!

Li Rui wiped his sweat.

He had initially worried that Xie Huai's attitude would be cold, and rumours would spread that he was arrogant. However, Xie Huai cooperated and even knew how to please the fans... This made him slightly relieved, and he escorted Xie Huai into the building.

The day's filming went very smoothly.

Xie Huai communicated smoothly with the cinematographer, and the filming ended ahead of schedule. However, even so, it was already nighttime.

When Xie Huai came out, there was still a fan waiting for him. He glanced faintly and then got into the car and left.

Li Rui sat beside him and said, "Fortunately, today went smoothly. You don't know how worried I've been! By the way, aren't you going to the hospital to check on yourself? I'm worried about your injury..."

Xie Huai closed his eyes and rested, not saying anything.

Li Rui continued incessantly, "It just so happens that there are no schedules to rush recently, and there's still time before the next film starts filming. If you find a place to rest for a while, it might help you recover your memory sooner, right? Ah, we can't let anyone find out here. There are countless eyes staring at you, just waiting for an opportunity to attack..."

"I think it's best if you don't go out for a few days and talk to me about anything," Li Rui said.

Xie Huai suddenly opened his eyes.

Li Rui was mentally shaken. After talking for so long, was Xie Huai finally going to respond to him?

As a result, Xie Huai just glanced at his watch and calmly said, "I left something important at the magazine office. I'm going back to get it."

Li Rui wondered why it was necessary for him to go back in person. He took out his phone and said, "I'll call and have someone bring it to you. What is it?"

Xie Huai glanced at him sideways, his eyes as dark as night, and slowly said, "It's very important, I have to go back and get it myself."

Li Rui didn't understand.

What could be so important?

Even if it's your ID card that you lost, it's not that big of a deal...

But faced with Xie Huai's unquestionable gaze, for some reason, he felt a bit hesitant and had to let the driver drive back.

It had been half an hour since Xie Huai left. The fans had all dispersed, and the area below the building was deserted, with only a young man holding a sign standing there, looking lazy and tired, yawning.

Li Rui realized that he was one of the fans from before. Why wasn't he leaving and still standing there?

Before he could understand this point.

Xie Huai had already pushed the door and walked downstairs, going straight to the young man and showing a gentle smile, "Sorry for keeping you waiting."

Fang Li smiled and raised his eyebrows, "It's nothing, just a moment, and the little girls in the group have just dispersed."

Li Rui was full of question marks.

Wasn't Xie Huai supposed to go back to get something? Why was he chatting with the fans now? And they even seemed familiar...

Li Rui walked over to ask...

But he heard Fang Li say to Xie Huai, "Go to your place?"

After all, it wasn't convenient to go back to his house. His parents still didn't know about this.

Xie Huai smiled, "Sure."

Li Rui exploded in his mind. How can he go back so soon? Going to your house after meeting for the first time? What's your relationship?

His mind rang alarm bells, and he immediately stood between the two, nervously staring at Xie Huai, "What are you doing?"

Has Xie Huai lost his memory, or has he gone crazy?

Xie Huai seemed to just notice Li Rui, his expression calm, as he said to Li Rui, "Let me introduce you. This is my... boyfriend."

Li Rui: ??? You - you - forgot everything due to amnesia, but still remembers that you have a boyfriend?

Li Rui felt that Xie Huai might not be crazy.

But he couldn't stop the two at all, so he could only watch helplessly as Fang Li got into the car...

Li Rui sat in the passenger seat, glanced at Fang Li in the rearview mirror, his face ashen.

When did Xie Huai get a boyfriend behind his back? Was he someone from outside the industry?

Oh my god! If this gets exposed... Li Rui couldn't even imagine how terrible the situation would be...

It must be kept secret, absolutely secret!

And most importantly, as Xie Huai's agent, how could he not know about this? Xie Huai was so busy, when did he have time for romance?

This was like a boyfriend falling from the sky...

The car returned to Xie Huai's house.

Li Rui said, "You two stay in the car for a while!"

He got out of the car sneakily, circled around the parking lot to make sure there were no paparazzi or hidden cameras, and then signaled for Xie Huai to get out of the car.

Li Rui carefully escorted the two to the doorstep, looking hesitant, watching Fang Li with a complicated expression...

Xie Huai said, "You said earlier that you wouldn't arrange work for me temporarily and let me rest for a while. I think it's okay, let's go with this arrangement."

Li Rui: "..." I gave you a break to rest, not to go on a honeymoon!

Fang Li noticed Li Rui's dilemma, he smiled gently, "Don't worry, I know Xie Huai's identity is special, I won't let him get into trouble."

Although Li Rui was unwilling in his heart, at this moment, he could only choose to trust Fang Li and leave with a sigh.

He thought Xie Huai's amnesia was already headache-inducing enough, but then a boyfriend popped up after the amnesia...

What kind of sin did he commit to encounter this!

As soon as the door closed...

Fang Li smiled and asked Xie Huai, "How's my world? Are you getting used to it?"

Xie Huai pondered for a moment, then pronounced slowly, "It's new." He paused, then added in a deep voice, "But I'm not quite used to it yet. I still need you to stay and teach me."

Fang Li looked at Xie Huai.

When he went to shoot today, he seemed to adapt so well... With Xie Huai's adaptability, this little thing shouldn't be difficult for him, right? And Li Rui surely did his best to teach him.

Xie Huai continued, " Li Rui  is an outsider, it's not convenient." Fang Li smiled, he hooked his arm around Xie Huai's neck, tilted his head, and kissed him on the corner of his lips, his voice low and hoarse, "Let’s go and teach as insider?"

Xie Huai lowered his gaze and chuckled softly, "Okay."

*

Fang Li was awakened by the ringing of his phone the consecutive day. He groggily reached for his phone and answered the call.

It was Fang Pingping calling. Her clear voice came through, "Brother, have you met Xie Huai yet?"

Fang Li glanced at the person next to him and nodded, "Yes, I have."

Fang Pingping said, "It went quite smoothly. After meeting him, you should come back soon. Mom is asking when you'll be back."

Fang Li fell silent for a moment and replied, "Alright, I'll come back as soon as possible."

Xie Huai wrapped his arms around Fang Li's waist from behind and asked in a hoarse voice, "Are you going home?"

Having spent a long time together with Fang Li, he could feel Fang Li's concern for his family. However, Fang Li rarely mentioned his past, leaving his heart with unspoken regrets...

So he suggested going to Baihua Island's Lover's Crossing to fulfill a dream, not only to understand Fang Li but also to help him let go of his worries.

Xie Huai didn't intend to stop Fang Li from going home. The illusion was meant to fulfill a dream, fulfilling everything Fang Li longed for.

It was just that his current identity didn't seem suitable for going with Fang Li...

After thinking for a moment, Fang Li turned back to Xie Huai with a smile, "My parents are open-minded. Give them some time, and they should be able to accept you. We'll find a chance to take you to meet them."

Xie Huai smiled faintly, "Okay."

*

Fang Li spent the National Day at home.

He spent a few days with his parents and sister before leaving home.

Instead of returning to school, Fang Li took time off to accompany Xie Huai.

Considering Xie Huai's status as a big star, they stayed at home that day and didn't go anywhere, teaching Xie Huai how to play games.

Although Xie Huai was just an ordinary person in the illusion, his talent was evident, and he was skilled at playing games just like practicing martial arts. The two of them cooperated seamlessly, dominating the game.

It was very enjoyable.

Xie Huai remarked, "There's so much entertainment in your world."

Fang Li agreed deeply, sighing, "It's more interesting than the world of immortals."

After a while of silence, Fang Li turned back and saw Xie Huai's eyes dimming. He then said, "The world of immortals is good too. You can practice, wield swords, and live for thousands of years! In our world, even emperors can only dream of living that long."

Xie Huai replied casually, "Living that long, there's nothing to fill the time. It's just talk."

Fang Li fell silent.

It was all because of his thoughtless words. Fang Li cleared his throat and said, "But you know, the world of immortals has things that this world doesn't have. Flying, mystical arts, various monsters and spirit beasts... We can only watch them on TV. Experiencing them firsthand would be so amazing..."

He finished speaking sincerely, looking at Xie Huai.

Looking into Fang Li's eyes, Xie Huai smiled after a while and said, "I understand."

His eyes were gentle as he softly said, "As long as you're in my world, it's good enough for me."

He was only lamenting for Fang Li, unable to return to his world.

Fang Li stared blankly at Xie Huai. In fact, for him, encountering Xie Huai in the world of immortals was already a blessing...

*

Time flew by, more than a month passed.

Li Rui was afraid of Xie Huai's love affair being exposed. He came to deliver food every day on time. Fortunately, Xie Huai and Fang Li showed no intention of going out, which relieved Li Rui a little. After spending some time with them, he found Fang Li easy to get along with, and gradually he didn't resist them anymore.

Love affairs were unpredictable. Xie Huai didn't care about his star status and insisted on being in a relationship. Could he blame Fang Li for it?

He just hoped these two ancestors would be more discreet, sparing him the worry.

Before long, Xie Huai was about to start filming a movie. Fang Li shuttled between school and home, preparing to take Xie Huai home.

One day, Fang Li was having dinner at home.

Recently, his son had been diligent about coming home, unlike before, which made mother Fang happy. She casually asked at the dinner table, "Li Li, do you have any familiar female classmates at school?"

Fang Li raised his eyes and said, "No."

Mother Fang continued, "Don't stay at home all day. Young people should go out more, and you should also keep in touch with your classmates."

Father Fang cleared his throat and said, "Don't worry too much about the child. Li Li is still young. What's the rush?"

Fang Li remained silent for a long time, revealing a downcast look, and slowly said, "Dad, Mom, I think I..."

Seeing the child's hesitant expression, mother Fang immediately asked with concern, "What's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"

Fang Li spoke softly, "I feel... I don't have feelings for girls..."

Fang's father and mother: "..."

What does this mean?

No interest in dating?

Meanwhile, Fang Pingping, who was eating quietly, choked. She coughed hard, taking a whole glass of water to recover. Surprised, she said, "Does that mean, brother, you have feelings for guys?!"

Fang's parents were shocked and said, "What nonsense are you talking about?"

Who knew Fang Li remained silent, not refuting.

Did the three of them just understand?

Could it be...

Fang Li likes men?

What, homosexuality?

Although Fang's parents were open-minded and thought it was fine for Fang Li to find a foreign girlfriend, now his girlfriend was going to become a boyfriend. For a moment, they found it hard to believe.

Father Fang said in a deep voice, "Are you sure?"

Perhaps the child was just confused for a moment?

Fang Li nodded.

This time, mother Fang didn't say anything. She felt a chill in her heart. Was her daughter-in-law gone? And how could her son suddenly like men? Couldn't they see it before?

This dinner became unusually silent.

Only Fang Pingping quietly sent a message to Fang Li: "Brother, I support you no matter if you like men or women!"

Fang Li smiled.

Since that day, mother Fang never urged Fang Li to find a girlfriend again. The family tacitly avoided mentioning the matter, as if as long as it wasn't spoken of, it didn't exist.

*

In the blink of an eye, more than a year had passed.

Fang Li juggled between dating Xie Huai, completing his studies, and frequently finding time to accompany his family. It was a busy yet fulfilling year for him.

During this time, Fang Li never brought up his attraction to men again. His interactions with his family remained unchanged, and as the Lunar New Year approached, Fang Li returned home early to help his parents prepare for the festivities.

Seeing her obedient and understanding son, mother Fang felt a mix of emotions. Her son had always been outstanding and well-behaved, never causing them any worry. However, in this matter, he had chosen a different path. Although he had never mentioned it in front of them again, mother Fang understood the silent determination in her child's heart. He wouldn't easily change his mind about this matter.

After hesitating for a long time, mother Fang softly asked, "Li Li, do you still... like men?"

Fang Li turned around with a smile and nodded, "Yeah."

Mother Fang replied, "Oh."

Over the past year, she had thought about it a lot. Perhaps, after experiencing the fluctuations of emotions, she gradually began to feel that it wasn't as difficult to accept as she had initially thought...

After such a long time, her son still insisted on this point. If she adamantly opposed it, her child would surely be hurt and distressed. Cutting ties with her child over this matter was something mother Fang couldn't bear. She didn't necessarily want a son-in-law, but she couldn't bear to lose her precious child!

After more than a year of internal struggle, mother Fang took a deep breath and finally said, "When you have a friend, bring them home to meet us."

If he wanted to have a boyfriend, it was fine. However, she had heard that this circle was chaotic, and she feared that Fang Li might encounter some unscrupulous individuals who could lead him astray. That was something she couldn't tolerate. Since feelings had already changed, she wanted to at least help her child navigate through it!

Fang Li flashed a brilliant smile, "Okay."

In the evening, Fang Pingping returned home.

She was quite accepting of this matter and immediately said to her brother, "Brother, remember to tell me when you have a boyfriend!"

Fang Li teased, "Are you asking me out?"

Fang Pingping replied, "Your boyfriend must meet my standards in terms of looks, or I won't agree."

Fang Li couldn't help but smile and ruffle his sister's hair, "You can rest assured about that."

A few days passed.

Fang Li celebrated the New Year with his family at home, watching the Spring Festival Gala together. Fang Pingping wasn't too interested and sat aside, playing with her phone and occasionally bursting into laughter while watching short videos. Fang Li, on the other hand, sat quietly, watching TV.

At midnight, he took out his phone and texted Xie Huai, "Happy New Year."

Almost simultaneously, Xie Huai's message came through: "Happy New Year."

Fang Li couldn't help but smile.

At that moment, Fang Pingping exclaimed beside him, "Brother, who are you texting? Why are you so happy? Did you secretly get a boyfriend?! You didn't even tell me!"

Fang Pingping's exclamation immediately caught everyone's attention.

Fang's father and mother turned to look at him.

Fang Li: "..."

The room fell silent for a moment, and finally, father Fang broke the silence and decisively said, "Bring him home to meet the family whenever you're ready."

Fang Li breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "Actually, I was just about to tell you, he's coming over tomorrow to celebrate the New Year."

Father Fang was taken aback and murmured, "Oh, okay."

Mother Fang was visibly nervous and stammered, "Oh, this, this is so sudden."

Only Fang Pingping was both nervous and excited, "My brother is so handsome, his boyfriend must be impressive!"

This girl only cared about looks.

Early the next morning, Fang's mother was busy outside the house, never staying in one place for long, clearly showing her nervousness and worry. Father Fang, on the other hand, remained composed.

Around nine o'clock in the morning, the doorbell rang.

Fang Li walked over to open the door.

Xie Huai stood at the door wearing a mask, sunglasses, and a hat, holding a gift. Fang Li almost burst out laughing at his appearance. Although more than a year had passed, seeing the dignified and elegant Xie Huai, earnestly living as a big star in this world, still made Fang Li want to laugh.

Mother Fang glanced over and couldn't help but furrow her brows. This person's attire was too strange; his face was covered, making it impossible to tell who he was. If someone didn't know better, they might think he was a criminal. He didn't look like a decent person...

Xie Huai changed into slippers and walked in. He put down the gift, took off his mask and sunglasses, revealing his cold and handsome face, and smiled, "Uncle, Auntie, nice to meet you. My name is Xie Huai."

Mother Fang was stunned, looking at Xie Huai's face with fascination. He was just too good-looking, wasn't he? It seemed somewhat familiar, like she had seen it somewhere...

In the silence, Fang Pingping's scream broke the silence, "Ah! This is the real Xie Huai! It's really him! Am I dreaming?!"

Xie Huai?

That name was really famous. Fang's father and mother were dazed for a moment, looking at Xie Huai in disbelief.

Fang Li brought back a big star?

Impossible!

No wonder he had to disguise himself like this.

After a while, father Fang was the first to come to his senses. He cleared his throat and said, "Xiao Xie, right? Come in and have a seat."

Xie Huai and Fang Li entered the house together.

Fang Li glanced at Xie Huai from the corner of his eye and noticed that although his facial expression seemed calm, his jaw was slightly tensed. It seemed that even the majestic Jade Emperor, feared by all in the Immortal Realm and capable of battling demons and monsters, had this nervous side too.

The family sat on the sofa.

Fang Li and Xie Huai sat upright.

Fang Pingping couldn't contain her excitement and wanted to come forward but was patted on the head by mother Fang. She obediently sat on the side without making a sound.

Mother Fang frowned as she looked at Xie Huai for a while, feeling even more uneasy. What did such a big star like Xie Huai want with her son?

Mother Fang 's expression turned serious, and she asked slowly, "How did you two meet?"

Fang Li quietly squeezed Xie Huai's hand, indicating that it was okay and they should stick to the plan they had agreed upon earlier.

Xie Huai replied, "I went to Fang Li's school to shoot an advertisement and we met by chance. We found that we got along well and became friends. We kept in touch afterwards, and only officially started dating six months ago."

Has it been that long already?

Mother Fang asked again, "As a celebrity, it must be inconvenient for you to publicly announce your relationship. Do you have any plans for your future with Fang Li?"

Xie Huai smiled slightly, "Actually, publicizing our relationship isn't a big deal for me. Acting is just a hobby, not my entire life. I take my relationship with Fang Li seriously, and as for the future, I will respect his opinions and plan together with him."

Fang Li added, "I feel there's currently no need to go public."

Mother Fang wasn't really pushing for Xie Huai to go public; she was just concerned that Xie Huai might not be serious enough and feared Fang Li might get hurt in this relationship.

Mother Fang asked Xie Huai several more questions, including where he lived and how many family members he had, delving into the details.

Xie Huai patiently answered all her questions.

Finally, Mother Fang finished her questioning.

Xie Huai's performance was impeccable, leaving her unable to find any faults. However, she still had many doubts about Xie Huai's identity...

It might have been better to find someone ordinary.

On the other hand, Fang Pingping couldn't sit still any longer and muttered, "Mom, you've asked enough questions. Can I talk now?"

Mother Fang replied, "Who said you couldn't talk?"

 

Fang Pingping pursed her lips, just now it was clearly you who didn't let me speak. But she didn't care about that much. Approaching Xie Huai cautiously, she asked hopefully, "Can I take a photo with you?"

Xie Huai smiled, "Of course."

Seeing how accommodating Xie Huai was, Fang Pingping continued, "Could you also sign some autographs for me? I want to give them to my friends."

Xie Huai replied, "Sure, however many you want."

Mother Fang watched from the side. Seeing that Xie Huai had no hesitation in allowing Fang Pingping to take photos, it seemed he wasn't afraid of his presence here leaking out. There was no sense of guardedness. This made Mother Fang believe in Xie Huai's earlier words.

Although father Fang had been silent, he was good at reading people. He felt Xie Huai was reliable, so he didn't say much.

In the blink of an eye, the morning passed.

Finally, Fang's mother invited Xie Huai to stay for lunch, and Fang Li escorted Xie Huai out afterwards.

To avoid being recognized.

Fang Li got into Xie Huai's car.

He smiled at Xie Huai and said, "Don't worry, my mom just likes to fuss. She doesn't have any issues with you."

Xie Huai smiled back, "Yes, your mom is kind-hearted. I'm not worried."

He could tell that Mother Fang was only worried about Fang Li and didn't hold any animosity towards him. As long as he proved his sincerity, there wouldn't be much of a problem. Fang's family was all good people.

But whenever Fang Li mentioned his family in the past, there was always a hint of sadness...

Xie Huai paused and said, "They..."

Having understood each other's thoughts for many years, Fang Li knew the unspoken meaning behind Xie Huai's words. His eyes dimmed slightly, but he still spoke, "Back then, I couldn't go home during my break. They came to visit me, but they had an accident on the way. If only I had gone back that day..."

Two hundred years had passed since the accident.

The things he had hidden deep in his heart, when spoken to Xie Huai again, didn't seem as difficult as before. Instead, there was a sense of relief.

Xie Huai reached out and embraced Fang Li, his voice low and husky, "Don't blame yourself. It's not your fault, and it's not what they wanted."

Your happiness is their greatest expectation.

Fang Li closed his eyes.

Yeah.

I know.

*

Since Fang Pingping found out that Fang Li was dating Xie Huai, she would talk about Xie Huai's situation every day.

Although Fang's father and mother didn't say much, considering Xie Huai's status as a big star, they weren't too optimistic about them. But seeing their son happy with Xie Huai, they couldn't bear to be the bad guys. They just hoped that even if they broke up in the future, they would both be okay.

But one year, two years, three years passed.

The two of them didn't break up, and their relationship even improved.

Xie Huai would often come to Fang Li's home, have meals with Fang's family, and as they spent more time together, Fang's father and mother gradually let go of their biases. They found Xie Huai to be a reliable young man. Despite being in the entertainment industry, he didn't have any bad habits and took relationships seriously.

Fang Li had already graduated from school and found a job. He wasn't too busy but felt fulfilled.

After five years of their relationship being solidified, Xie Huai reached the pinnacle of his career but publicly announced his relationship and withdrew from the entertainment industry.

He said he had someone he deeply loved but didn't want anyone to disturb them. He also hoped the media wouldn't investigate their identity.

Because of Xie Huai's retirement and preparation work, Fang Li's identity remained well hidden.

Xie Huai's sincerity was seen by Fang's family, and they completely believed in his feelings for Fang Li, accepting Xie Huai as part of their family.

They stayed together for a long time, just like an ordinary couple.

They would go grocery shopping and cook together, go on vacations and travel the world together.

Time flew by.

Fang Li and Xie Huai both entered middle age. One day, Fang Li looked at himself in the mirror, observing his middle-aged appearance, feeling a bit dazed.

As a true immortal of the Dao, he would not age, but it seemed he was getting older after all... Fang Li glanced at Xie Huai coming out of the room and couldn't help but smile. Even as he aged, Xie Huai remained elegant and handsome.

Xie Huai still held a gift bag in his hand and said, "Today is my parents' seventieth birthday. I've prepared the gifts, and I've already booked the hotel. Let's go pick up my parents together."

Fang Li's gaze softened. "Okay."

Life was like a dream, and this was also good.

 

Translator : DarNan