A Rank Grinder’s Guide to Online Dating

Lv Rulv, the only straight guy in a group of gay best friends, watches as they all fall in love one by one. Stubbornly clinging to his pride as a member of the Bachelors' Protection Association, he tearfully endures the endless dog food (couple's sweetness). Then, Xue Di Duan Yezhou, who allegedly has no interest in dating, appears. Overjoyed, Lv Rulv pitches: "Hey, Xue Di, want to join our Bachelors' Protection Association? A century of craftsmanship, sincerely inviting *you*—guaranteed to safeguard your single life!" The two straight guys quickly forge an unshakable friendship. Yet, having witnessed all four of his best friends turn gay, Lv Rulv grows hypersensitive to "the gay agenda." Every time Xue Di is nice to him, he gets a little… suspicious. Lv Rulv: "Wait, you only drink the milk tea *I* buy—do you like me?!" Xue Di: "? Are you insane." Lv Rulv: "Hold up, why did you book just *one* double bed for this trip?! Don’t tell me you like me?!" Xue Di: "Not even worth replying." As Lv Rulv’s suspicions grow, he points out every ambiguous gesture and irrational jealousy: "I see your tricks! I *have* brain cells—I *know* you like me!" Xue Di stays calm: "You’re overthinking, Senpai. If we don’t even have this much trust, how can we stay friends?" But just as Lv Rulv lets his guard down—he gets pinned by Xue Di… all night long. Sitting dazed on the bed the next morning, Lv Rule stares at the smug, well-fed Xue Di beside him. Countless emotions condense into one word: "...Damn." --- *Short and fluffy brain-off fic—just boys eating, drinking, and falling in love.* **Content Notes:** • [The bottom] had an online ex-gf, but both top and bottom' first sexual experience is with each other. • The bottom’s four best friends are two established couples. (Multi-CP cameos.)

As the youngest captain of the league team, Yu Zhaohan knows that to establish authority, he must maintain a stable persona. With an indifferent gaze and a cold god-like face, he always uses periods when sending messages. Especially in front of Shi Du, who recently transferred, even giving a period seems excessive. Everyone thinks Yu Zhaohan is a beautiful and cold flower atop a high mountain, and Shi Du also believes this. He is usually indifferent to B-kings and is too lazy to engage much with Yu Zhaohan. Until one day, Shi Du returns to the base, ending his vacation early. He sees Yu Zhaohan wearing fluffy pajamas with a little dinosaur design, sitting cross-legged on the sofa watching "Ultraman", and struggling to open a fruit can, even using his teeth. The two make eye contact, resulting in an extremely awkward situation. Yu Zhaohan's face remains cold, but his ears turn red: "It's a misunderstanding, I'm not stupid." "Is that so." Shi Du smiles slightly and approaches Yu Zhaohan with great aggression, "So, does the captain need help?"*After they start dating. Shi Du: "Do you know, baby, in front of your boyfriend, there's no need to put on a tough act." Yu Zhaohan ponders for a long time, then slowly looks up: "Oh... then can boyfriend pat my head?"

An unknown meteorite lands on Earth, releasing radiation that causes genetic mutations in organisms, resulting in three genders: Alpha, Beta, and Omega. The scent of pheromones is determined by the last thing they ate before the meteorite's impact. The world is thrown into chaos. Zhao Yexi, holding his Omega medical report, scrolls through Weibo in a daze. —Humbly asking, the last thing I ate was Luosifen. Is there still hope for me? —Turned into an Omega, and my boyfriend keeps yelling at me to bear his child??? (Shocked) —Damn, I’m a dude, and my company fired me because I might get pregnant??? … A WeChat message pops up from Zhao Yexi’s nemesis, Lu Huangzhi. Lu Huangzhi: "Senior, you're so Alpha. You must be an Alpha, right?" Zhao Yexi: "…" Lu Huangzhi: "What was the last thing you ate?" Zhao Yexi: "Cheesy peach tea." (Lifeless.jpg) Lu Huangzhi: "Want a sip." [The MC does not bear children, but there are male Omega pregnancy scenarios; The cover features the CP's manga versions—their real-life appearances are left to your imagination~] [A slice-of-life sweet romance, all settings serve the plot's romantic purpose. Don’t expect grand themes—please don’t project onto reality.]

“The Whole World Loves Me” is a BL (Boys’ Love) novel with a protagonist bottom adored by many, but the author does not reveal who the official male lead top is, leaving it to the readers to speculate and invest in their favorite pairing. Qin Shu, a devoted fan of the book, stakes everything on one male lead top, passionately rooting for his chosen “son” every day. One day, Qin Shu wakes up to find himself transmigrated into the worst “stock” in this speculative novel, a character who merely serves as a catalyst for other couples’ relationships. To ensure his beloved pairing becomes a reality, Qin Shu diligently plays his role, clearing all obstacles for his“son” while keeping a vigilant eye on the “super popular stock,” Xie Lanzhi. Qin Shu: “Anyone who dares to break my CP, may they never find the tab on their soda cans or the seasoning packets in their instant noodles!” Xie Lanzhi: “Little idiot.”After relentless efforts, Qin Shu finally smiles as his“son” successfully wins over his love—he feels fulfilled. Other “stocks”: “Qin Shu, don’t give up! As long as they’re not married, we still have a chance!” Qin Shu: “So tired, I choose to let them find happiness on their own. Farewell, brothers.” (waving tearfully) Other “stocks”: “Why does it suddenly feel less fun? What’s with this vague sense of loss? Qin Shu, come back and fight for him with us!” Qin Shu: “Lying like a salted fish feels so comfortable.” Unable to take it anymore, former “rival” Xie Lanzhi tracks down the lazing Qin Shu, picks him up, and takes him home.