After a week of observation following the vaccination, the kitten adapted well, and He Yanchuan was no longer worried.

Chu Zhu kneaded his lap to soothe him, meowing softly.

Cats aren't that fragile, so don't worry.

He Yanchuan miraculously understood the kitten's desire for comfort at that moment, and reached out to rub the kitten's head: "Master has received the kitten's concern, thank you, kitten."

Chu Zhuo's paws stiffened, and she raised her kitten face in surprise: "Meow?"

You are the cat's servant.

Its shocked expression was particularly funny. He Yanchuan continued to pet it, and the kitten tilted its head back and hissed at him.

After spending nearly two months together, He Yanchuan figured out the kitten's personality: it was just bluffing and wouldn't actually bite.

The man lightly tapped its chin with his fingers, and suddenly felt a light, granular sensation in his hand.

Looking down, I saw a tiny, milky-white cat tooth!

He Yanchuan was overjoyed: "Baby, these are your new teeth."

Chu Zhu looked equally bewildered: "...Huh? I've lost my baby teeth?"

He Yanchuan took out the watch box and solemnly put the kitten's tooth inside.

Chuzhuo: "..."

It's strange that the kitten is shy, but the kitten allows you to keep it to yourself.

After completing the three doses of the vaccine, winter arrived.

He Yanchuan once posted a picture of his cat on his WeChat Moments. At first, the comments were quite normal, mostly mocking him: "Who said pets poop and shed all year round and are dirty? I didn't expect you to turn around and raise a cat. He Yanchuan, are you dead from your OCD?"

I don't know when it started, but the comments section has become about gangs stealing cats.

LOL, my little one spotted me in the crowd at first glance. You people who've never even met me are just delusional.

From then on, He Yanchuan's cat-themed posts on WeChat Moments always included the word "[My]" to assert his ownership.

Days passed slowly by. After finishing her fresh salmon, Chu Zhuo noticed that He Yanchuan was packing his things. Half of his suitcase was filled with his cat food, cat litter, and cat toys.

"Meow~" Two-legged creatures, where are we going?

He Yanchuan grabbed the mischievous kitten and stroked its fluffy tail: "Brother is tidying up. I'll play with you later."

Chu Zhuo jumped up and lay down at the foot of He Yanchuan's bed, tucking her paws under her body and swaying her big tail leisurely: "Meow~"

The sound was meaningless; the cat simply wanted to meow a couple of times.

He Yanchuan looked up and caught sight of it: "Little one, you're so good. You know your brother is busy, so you're waiting for him, right? I'll reward you with dried fish later."

Chu Zhuo's eyes lit up: "Awoo~"

"Pfft." He Yanchuan chuckled. "Little one, what's your accent?"

Chu Zhu snorted.

The kitten is six months old. Its long tail is mainly black and gold with a few white hairs interspersed among it. When it stands up, it looks like a feather duster. He Yanchuan is now obsessed with petting the cat. A few days ago, his family called to urge him to go home for the Chinese New Year.

The two of them, a man and a cat, dawdled and waited until New Year's Eve to set off.

This was the first time the kitten had traveled so far since it got so big. The He family villa area was quite far from here, and He Yanchuan was reluctant to put the kitten into the cat carrier.

He laid out a soft blanket, placed it on the back seat, tossed two chew toys, set up the small table, and arranged dried fish and a small water cup—everything was ready. He Yanchuan earnestly instructed, "Little one, don't run around, okay?"

"Meow~" This great cat king knows.

He Yanchuan chuckled at the meow and pinched the cat's pink paw pads: "Good boy."

As the year draws to a close, bright red lanterns hang high on both sides of the road. After driving for more than three hours to reach the villa area, He Yanchuan walked in the direction he remembered.

The maid opened the door, and He Yanchuan strolled leisurely with the kitten in his arms.

Mother He's voice came closer: "I heard the door open. Is that He Yanchuan back? Old He, why don't you go see... never mind, I'll go by myself."

He Yanchuan met his mother, who had come looking for him around the corner. The word "Mom" stuck in his throat, but his mother gently said in a low voice, "Oh my, this must be our little one. He's so handsome. Let Grandma hold him."

When he came to his senses, the kitten in his arms was gone. He Yanchuan was speechless: "Mom, be careful the kitten doesn't get stressed."

Mrs. He rolled her eyes at him: "Don't try to fool me. Just a week ago you posted a video of our little one doing parkour in the middle of the night. Our little one is so energetic and cool. He's probably a real go-getter."

Chu Zhuo swished its tail: "Meow~"

Yes, those two-legged creatures are lazy and only know how to play all day long, while I diligently practice my hunting skills in the middle of the night.

The cat has gone to great lengths for this family.

"You brat." He Yanchuan paused, his brow twitching. "Mom, I always call myself 'big brother' in front of the little one. If you let him call you 'grandma,' then wouldn't I become your grandson?"

Upon hearing the commotion, Mr. He rushed over: "What nonsense are you spouting? Your unfilial son, is he trying to avoid arranged marriages and become a grandson?"

He Yanchuan had a bad feeling: "A blind date?"

"Well, I asked Aunt Wu to make some dried fish. I'm going to go and get the baby to eat." Mother He looked away.

The remaining father and father stared at each other blankly.

"Your mom knows you have a cat, and since you can overcome your physical cleanliness obsession to keep a cat, she figured you shouldn't be as opposed to marriage and dating as before, so she arranged to meet your Uncle Yang's daughter." Mr. He was unusually guilty, and the last sentence was barely audible, "Today."

He Yanchuan's mood calmed down, and he pursed his lips: "I can't change my germaphobia, but Zai Zai is an exception. Moreover, it's not just that I'm against blind dates, I always feel like I'm waiting for someone. I don't have that feeling for anyone else, and I won't settle until I find that person."

Mr. He's face was serious, his eyes showing disapproval: "Illusion, you're mistaken. No one is born to wait for someone else. You're just picky. I've seen that girl from the Yang family. She's beautiful, well-proportioned, and has regular features. She graduated with a master's degree from a prestigious foreign university and started her own cosmetics company after returning to China. You should have common ground."

"...Dad, I can see her if she wants, I'll explain everything to her." He Yanchuan said expressionlessly.

Mr. He breathed a sigh of relief. No matter the outcome, at least Mrs. He could give up after trying.

At noon, the Yang family of three came to visit. After a brief exchange of pleasantries, the conversation turned to the two main characters.

"Blind dates are not what I want, Miss Yang. We are not a good match." He Yanchuan said this bluntly.

Yang Xuwei laughed generously, "He Yanchuan, you're very much my type. We haven't even gotten to know each other yet, how can you be so sure we're not a good match? How about we add each other on WeChat first?"

Mother He's eyes widened, and she nudged He Yanchuan with her elbow, signaling him to hurry up and grab his phone, since the girl had already taken the initiative.

He Yanchuan remained unmoved, uttering a shocking statement: "Sorry, I like men."

Mr. and Mrs. He: "!!!"

The Yang family of three: "!!!"

……

Mrs. He saw the Yang family of three off apologetically.

He Yanchuan sat calmly on the sofa, as if he wasn't the one who had just come out as gay.

Mrs. He opened her mouth, and after a long pause, asked, "Yan Chuan... when did this happen?"

He Yanchuan: "Just now."

Mrs. He: "..." She wanted to hit someone.

But I held back; it's the Lunar New Year, so I let it go.

The kitten is now very healthy. At six months old, it is extremely agile. As if sensing the oppressive atmosphere in the living room, Chu Zhuo ran all the way, kicking its hind legs, and the little cannonball rushed into He Yanchuan's arms.

"Meow~ Meow~" He Yanchuan, are you unhappy?

The kitten meowed several times in a row.

He Yanchuan rubbed his chest. The little guy was quite strong. But he felt comforted and laughed, "I'm not sad. Little guy, you're such a little cat, why worry so much? You eat dried fish every day, get up in the middle of the night to do parkour, jump around, all you need to do is be happy."

Chu Zhuo let out a long meow: "Meow~~" He Yanchuan, don't be upset, the cat will always be with you.

He Yanchuan's expression softened slightly as he gently stroked the kitten's back again and again.

After a moment of silence, Mrs. He's voice choked with emotion and guilt: "Yan Chuan, did I force you to do this?"

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