Daily Life in the Pet Shop Ch. 157

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"Nope. I told them I was the one who pursued you. If my aunt found out the truth, she'd think you were leading me astray, and that'd ruin her impression of you." Fang Yi had already planned everything from the start. He even coordinated with Fang Yue, deciding to say that he was the one chasing after Du Qianze. That way, it'd be better for Du Qianze's reputation, and if Du Qianze refused to be his boyfriend, it'd be easier to explain things to his aunt later.

"Thanks." Even though Fang Yi didn't like him that way, he was already considering his feelings before they had even started dating. That thought made Du Qianze a little touched.

"No need to thank me for something this small. We're gonna be family soon anyway. Honestly, I think I'm pretty lucky." Fang Yi scratched his head, looking adorably clueless, then said seriously, "To have met you."

"I'm lucky too," Du Qianze replied in his heart. But they couldn't keep being so polite to each other—lunchtime was coming up, and Fang Yi's uncle and aunt would probably be back soon.

"They're coming back soon, right? Where are we eating? I know a restaurant manager, so if we go now, we can still book a table." Talking about the elders made Du Qianze a bit anxious. But at the same time, he was relieved that he had changed clothes and tidied up before coming over.

"I ordered takeout. Originally, I wanted us to eat at the restaurant, but the private rooms were too expensive, and the place was packed. It was impossible to get a spot, so I just ordered delivery instead. It'll arrive at noon." Fang Yi patted Du Qianze's shoulder reassuringly, amused to see him so nervous—he had never seen this side of him before.

"What do your aunt and uncle like? Maybe we should go buy something for them." This was his first time meeting Fang Yi's family, and the more Du Qianze thought about it, the more nervous he got.

"My aunt likes you." Fang Yi smiled. "She's been influenced by Xiao Yue—she loves the dramas you act in. Just seeing you will make her happy. You don't need to bring anything else."

After saying that, Fang Yi added, "When I first told my aunt that I liked guys, she thought someone must've led me astray. She said whoever it was must be after my money and trying to seduce me.

"But the moment Xiao Yue told her it was you, she immediately changed her tune and said it must be me forcing you into it. She was like, 'Look at him! He's handsome, has a great personality, and makes good money—why would he ever like someone like you?'"

"...I mean..." Du Qianze was at a loss for words.

Fang Yi's aunt really had a way of thinking. How could she not see how great Fang Yi was? Wasn't it only natural that he would like him? Fang Yi wasn't unattractive at all—he was just really built, so people didn't focus on his face. But in reality, Du Qianze thought Fang Yi looked amazing. Not in a conventionally pretty way, but in a strong, masculine way. Plus, his physique was great, he had a kind heart, he treated people well, and now there was one more thing to add to the list—he was rich.

Honestly, Du Qianze felt like he was the lucky one to have met someone like Fang Yi.

As noon approached, Fang Yue arrived with her parents. The moment Fang Yi's aunt, Lü Jianing, saw Du Qianze, she quickly walked over. After greeting him, she gave him a once-over, then turned to Fang Yue and whispered, "This is really Du Qianze?"

Du Qianze felt a bit self-conscious under Lü Jianing's gaze. After exchanging pleasantries, he noticed that Fang Qian's face was stiff, and Lü Jianing was looking at him a little oddly. That made him hesitant to speak. No matter how sociable he usually was, when faced with Fang Yi's family, he suddenly felt at a loss and didn't know what to say.

"Uncle, Aunt, come sit down so we can chat," Fang Yi quickly stepped in to ease the awkwardness, pulling Du Qianze to sit beside him in a way that just so happened to block most of Fang Qian's view.

"Xiao Du, huh? You see how big and strong our Fang Yi is? If you two ever get into a fight, you'll definitely lose—" Fang Qian hadn't even finished speaking before Lü Jianing elbowed him and smiled at Du Qianze.

"Xiao Du, don't mind him. Your uncle's just joking."

Seeing that Du Qianze still seemed a bit nervous, and with Fang Yi looking at her with a pleading expression, Lü Jianing spoke up again. "Xiao Yi may be my nephew, but I practically watched him grow up. I've always hoped he'd find someone to settle down with, but who knew he'd end up with a man?

"You're good-looking, and in every way, you're an outstanding person. If Fang Yi didn't force you into this, then take good care of each other in the future. Do you know how to cook?"

One second, Lü Jianing was being sentimental, and the next, she was suddenly talking about cooking. Du Qianze was caught off guard for a moment before nodding. "Yeah, I can make some home-style dishes."

"That's good! You're already better than Xiao Yue. If you have time, cook some home-cooked meals for him. He hasn't had homemade food in years. But I know you're busy, so you don't have to cook for him every day—just once in a while is fine. And house chores should be shared. If you cook, he should wash the dishes and clean the floor. Don't let one person do everything.

"Xiao Yi's lazy—you can't spoil him. Since you two are planning to be together long-term, it's better to set things straight now. Otherwise, if little things pile up over time, they'll turn into big problems."

Lü Jianing had strong feelings about this. As a woman, she didn't mind doing more housework, but with two men living together, things had to be fair. Otherwise, if Du Qianze got fed up and left, Fang Yi would never find someone as good as him again.

After hearing Fang Yue's analysis, Lü Jianing actually felt that Fang Yi being with a man wasn't a bad thing. According to Fang Yue, Du Qianze was smart, loved animals, and genuinely liked Fang Yi. He even got along well with the animals in the backyard, especially Naima.

Honestly, he and Fang Yi were a great match.

If Fang Yi had ended up with a woman, there would've been problems for sure—starting with Naima. Most people wouldn't be okay with their husband valuing a dog more than them. Besides, in many people's eyes, Fang Yi taking in so many stray animals seemed foolish and impractical. Not many would be willing to marry someone like him. But Du Qianze? He was perfect for Fang Yi.

"Thank you, Auntie. I'll keep that in mind." Du Qianze answered earnestly. He made a mental note to cook for Fang Yi whenever he had the chance. As for the house chores... they could figure that out later.

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