Recently, Tang Xuen, the eldest brother of the Tang family, has been very troubled.
His youngest brother, Tang Yuan, suddenly brought a boyfriend home, declaring they were dating with marriage in mind!
The three brothers lost their parents early, and Tang Xuen single-handedly raised his two younger brothers, both of whom he considers a bit naive. As for himself, he’s nearing thirty without ever marrying or even dating.
Tang Xuen goes drinking with his closest friend, Ji Wei—
"So, Xiao Yuan likes men. How does that work, men liking men? I want to understand. What kind of book should I read?"
"That man is so old—four years older than me! But he seems rich. I looked him up online, and he’s on the wealthy list. He’s out of our league. You come from a good family—do you know him? Can you check his reputation for me? I’m worried Xiao Yuan might be fooled."
"Xiao Yuan is so naive. He even said at the table that seeing how close you and I are, always hanging out together, he thought you and I were a couple too. That’s why he felt safe coming out to me."
The alcohol makes his face flush, and he mumbles softly, "Xiao Yuan is really wild, suggesting you like me. Doesn’t that tarnish your reputation?"
Ji Wei takes a sip of wine and calmly replies, "First, you need to change that mindset. Even if I really did like you, it wouldn’t tarnish my reputation. Don’t treat liking men as something bad."
Tang Xuen nods blankly.
Ji Wei pours him another drink and adds, "Besides, someone as good as you is naturally worthy of being liked."
Tang Xuen blushes at the praise, feeling embarrassed, and quietly keeps drinking.
The next day.
Tang Xuen wakes up to find himself in bed with his good friend Ji Wei.
All he faintly remembers is Ji Wei saying last night that he’d show him what it means for men to like each other. He accepted eagerly, praising Ji Wei for being such a dear friend.