“Try this one. I think the color looks nicer.”
So this is what it feels like to dress up someone you like…
After dawdling for a while, I finally dragged Gu Fan into a clothing store. I picked out some stylish winter outfits for him to try on, under the pretense of “I’m so torn, I don’t know which one would make a better Christmas gift.”
Gu Fan clearly didn’t buy my excuse. He probably saw right through the silly ideas in my head, but he just gave a helpless smile, let me push him into the changing room, and softly said, “Wait a moment,” before closing the door.
If he hadn’t said that, it would’ve been fine. But the moment he did, I immediately felt like pink bubbles were floating around me.
…No, it’s like they’re bubbling up from me…
While Gu Fan was gone, I pulled out a mirror to check my face. My already red-pupiled eyes were now misty, with faint swirls of pink fog flowing within them.
Mmm… Gu Fan always says I’m easy to read. Normally, I can’t see my own expressions or demeanor, but with the mirror’s help, I finally realized how my eyes change in this fascinating way when I’m thinking about naughty things.
This is way too suggestive, isn’t it? No wonder Gu Fan can’t help but pat or pinch me. Looking like this, it’s easy to stir up some improper thoughts—especially since he’s so fascinated by my cat-like traits.
With all these factors combined, it’s honestly impressive that Gu Fan can restrain his desires…
I avoided the possibility that Gu Fan might not feel anything for me at all, choosing instead to believe it’s his incredible self-control.
…I comforted myself with the reasoning that Gu Fan has strong self-control.
Sitting on the slightly firm sofa in the waiting area, my toes occasionally bumped together. I stared at the incandescent light reflected on the floor, imagining how dashing Gu Fan would look when he stepped out in the new outfit.
Feeling excited is only natural, right? Having such a handsome and incredibly gentle childhood friend by my side, even if he’s just propping his chin up in a daze, the sight is still so pleasing to the eye.
I’m a vulgar woman, just like the masses, a card-carrying member of the appearance-obsessed club. I love beautiful things, and Gu Fan—whether it’s his looks, physique, temperament, or personality—stands out as exceptional among the crowd. What’s wrong with stealing a few extra glances?
Comforting myself this way, I preemptively justified the stares I’d soon be giving Gu Fan, shedding my psychological burden early.
I hadn’t been staring at the mirror-like changing room door for long when it suddenly opened. Gu Fan stepped out, his expression calm and indifferent, wearing a deep-sea-blue thick coat. Paired with his serene gaze, oh… I never knew Gu Fan had this side to him…
Before I realized it, my eyes forgot to blink, and my throat kept swallowing. The desire swirling in my chest screamed, “Act now, do what you want!”
I wanted to hug this seemingly aloof Gu Fan. Even if he felt helpless, he’d wrap his arms around my waist, give a faint smile, and pour his warmth into me through the embrace.
If possible, maybe I could push my luck a bit further…
In my imagination, I’d already pinned Gu Fan to the ground, our lips nearly touching. But in reality, I just stared at him blankly, as if he’d taken complete control of my body.
“Zhinian? Spacing out again?”
Gu Fan chuckled, standing beside me. His strong, athletic waist, even hidden by the coat…
…still exuded a strong sense of power. Maybe because I’ve seen—and touched—Gu Fan’s abs before, I couldn’t help but imagine an almost X-ray-like vision of them.
“N-No, it’s nothing, I wasn’t thinking about anything weird!”
After blurting out that explanation, I wanted to smack my own head.
What kind of nonsense am I spouting? Didn’t I just give myself away?
Feeling embarrassed, I lowered my gaze and stood up to approach Gu Fan. Pretending to check the fabric of his clothes, I poked his side and casually voiced my thoughts.
“It looks good, feels great to the touch, and… smells nice too.”
“Hmph… what kind of weird review is that?”
My bizarre evaluation must have been too much, because it made Gu Fan laugh. He shook out the long hem of his coat and leaned in slightly toward me.
Then… a sudden gust of air brushed past my sensitive cat ears, startling me into a small jump and letting out an involuntary soft whimper…
“Gu Fan… why’d you do that…”
I looked up at him resentfully, so much taller than me, but I had no intention of stepping back to avoid his teasing.
A mischievous smile curled at the corner of Gu Fan’s lips. “So, we’ll pick this one as the Christmas gift? It’s getting late—let’s grab some late-night snacks.”
I’ve heard guys generally don’t enjoy shopping or trying on clothes, so the fact that Gu Fan stayed with me this long already made me happy. But… I didn’t want this hard-earned dress-up adventure to end so soon.
“Gu Fan, I have a few more outfits I want to gift you. Can you try them on too?”
Clutching Gu Fan’s sleeve, I pleaded with him in my not-so-practiced coquettish tone, and as expected, I got a reluctant agreement.
Hehe… I’ll only be selfish this once, I swear I won’t make unreasonable demands again.
I mumbled this to myself, but I wasn’t entirely sure I could keep from crossing that line again. It might just be an excuse to comfort myself.
Under the pretense of buying Gu Fan fitted pants and a shirt, I got to admire his toned physique, perfectly outlined by the snug clothes…
I’m really not a lustful woman! I’m just impressed by how well Gu Fan has trained his body, that’s all! I definitely wouldn’t drool over him!
After repeatedly convincing myself, I managed to stop my restless hands from reaching out to touch him all over.
“Aren’t there too many clothes? Should we return a few? The coat is enough,” Gu Fan said kindly.
I quickly shook my head, rejecting his suggestion, and hurriedly scanned the QR code to pay before he could.
“No, no, I have plenty of money from my part-time job! These clothes aren’t even that expensive.”
“Hmph, sounds like I’m some kept pretty boy you’re sponsoring.”
Gu Fan’s self-deprecating comment sparked a thought. If I could really use money to keep Gu Fan by my side, where no one else could get close… that doesn’t sound so bad?
No, no, no, what am I thinking? Gu Fan was just joking. He’s not the type to let himself be “kept” by a rich woman.
Walking down the street in high spirits, my steps were so light I felt like I was bouncing. I hummed a tuneless song under my breath, but suddenly heard Gu Fan, carrying the plastic bags beside me, let out a chuckle.
“Alright, since we’ve picked out my Christmas gift, it’s my turn now, right?”
“Huh? No way…”
I hadn’t fully processed Gu Fan’s words when I saw him walk into a women’s clothing store. He turned around at the entrance and waved at me.
Oh no… what goes around comes around. Now it’s my turn…