After Being Bent by Reader

Xu Chuanchuan had hidden the fact that she was a yuri novel author from everyone she knew in the real world. If it hadn't been for the family incident this time stimulating her desire to buy a house as soon as possible, she felt that she would've kept this secret for the rest of her life.

The main reason why Xu Chuanchuan was deciding to reveal this secret now was that she still hadn't saved enough money for the renovation fees.

If Xu Chuanchuan wanted to earn this money as soon as possible, she would have to start writing a new novel right away. However, as soon as she started a new book, she would have to reduce the time she spent on dates with Murong Shi to gain more time to write.

Hence, Xu Chuanchuan decided to reveal this secret to Murong Shi to prepare the latter for this eventuality. Fortunately, confessing this secret wasn't as difficult as Xu Chuanchuan initially expected. Murong Shi's reaction to her confession was also within her expectations.

"Is this a trending joke?" Murong Shi asked with a blank look.

"..." While doing her best to hide the embarrassment on her face, Xu Chuanchuan cleared her throat and said, "This isn't a joke. I'm telling the truth. Writing novels is a hobby of mine. Also, I've been writing for six years already."

"Six years? Doesn't that mean you started when you were still in university?"

"That's right. I was just like Little Yan at the time, immersed in reading novels all day long. After reading a bunch, I couldn't help myself from trying to write my own novel. Who would've thought that after I started, I ended up writing until this day," Xu Chuanchuan said. Then, she put on an awkward smile and continued, "About just now... I'm sorry, I was indeed lying. I've never invested in stocks before. The money I saved up was earned through writing novels."

"You made 300,000 yuan after six years of writing?"

"Uh, no... I didn't even manage to get contracted for the first two years. I earned most of the 300,000 in the past two years."

Murong Shi fell silent for a long time.

After seeing through Xu Chuanchuan's lie, Murong Shi had already thought of the possibility of Xu Chuanchuan's money coming from her books. However, she never thought Xu Chuanchuan would take the initiative to reveal the truth even though she didn't try to insist on the matter.

Simply put, this situation caught even Murong Shi by surprise. Meanwhile, even though she had long since known about everything, she still had to act ignorant to play along with Xu Chuanchuan, so she was in quite the subtle mood right now.

It would look too fake if she reacted exaggeratedly. Yet, it would also arouse suspicion if she responded too calmly. While suppressing the urge to smile, Murong Shi patted Xu Chuanchuan's head and said, "You even know how to write novels. How can my girlfriend be so excellent? I'll have to properly boast about this when I go out for dinner with others in the future."

Xu Chuanchuan felt embarrassed by the praise. However, her happiness only lasted a second, her expression quickly changing as she said, "No! You can't tell others about this!"

Puzzled, Murong Shi asked, "Why not? Being able to write novels is something amazing."

"Because I write yuri novels! Others will start making blind conjectures if they find out!" Xu Chuanchuan said as she held onto one of Murong Shi's arms. Then, with a stern expression, she said, "You're the only person I have told this secret to, so you must help me hide it."

Putting on a meaningful smile, Murong Shi asked, "I can keep quiet about it, but what do I get in return?"

In response, Xu Chuanchuan sat on her knees, wrapped her arms around Murong Shi's neck, and gave a big kiss on Murong Shi's pale lips. Then, she sweetly smiled and said, "You're the best."

Enjoying the intimacy, Murong Shi wrapped one arm around Xu Chuanchuan's waist and hooked Xu Chuanchuan's chin with her forefinger. Then, continuing her role as a curious baby, she asked, "Then, can you tell me your pen name?"

"Pen name... My pen name sounds terrible. You cannot laugh if I say it."

"Okay, I won't laugh."

"It's...I Love Malatang."

As soon as Xu Chuanchuan finished speaking, Murong Shi started laughing without any care for Xu Chuanchuan's embarrassment.

"..."

Then, Murong Shi pinched Xu Chuanchuan's lips with her index finger and thumb and teasingly said, "Can't you think of a better name? Why not call yourself I Love Chuanchuan?"

After pushing Murong Shi's hand away, Xu Chuanchuan hurriedly argued, "I'll be exposing my real name that way. I couldn't think of anything good even after thinking for a long time, so I simply typed 'Malatang.' Who knew that the system wouldn't let me change my name afterward. Hey, can you stop laughing?"

Not everyone could put on an act. Murong Shi couldn't stop herself from laughing after she started. Eventually, Murong even embraced Xu Chuanchuan and started rolling on the bed with her.

Afraid that the noise would alert the people outside, Xu Chuanchuan hurriedly covered Murong Shi's mouth and said, "Xiangxiang and Little Yan are still outside!"

Murong Shi wasn't taller than Xu Chuanchuan for nothing. She easily moved Xu Chuanchuan's hands away and took a deep breath. Then, she said, "I think it'll be more effective if you use your mouth."

Xu Chuanchuan glared at Murong Shi with a blush on her face. Then, after calming down, she said, "I still haven't told Xiangxiang about our situation."

"Are you afraid of telling her?"

Faltering for a moment, Xu Chuanchuan said, "No, I don't mind if she finds out, but she's an inconsiderate blabbermouth. What I'm afraid of is if she will accidentally reveal it in front of our parents."

Murong Shi retracted her playful thoughts and sat upright while maintaining her embrace over Xu Chuanchuan. Then, after adjusting her breathing, she asked, "Are you afraid of your parents finding out?"

In response, Xu Chuanchuan sighed and said, "You know that my family lives in Xian City. Both of my parents have little culture, and they are incredibly conservative in their thoughts. This goes especially true for my dad. He is also very obstinate. I don't even dare imagine what will happen if he finds out I like women."

Murong Shi frowned.

The society they currently lived in was too unfair to homosexuals. Those who discriminated against them labeled them as "perverted' and "disgusting." In an environment where homosexuality had yet to be recognized by the law, it became even more difficult for homosexuals to reveal their sexuality to others. As a result, they would often face a lot of hurdles in life.

Before confirming her relationship with Murong Shi, Xu Chuanchuan had lacked an accurate grasp of her own sexuality. She always believed she was a straight woman. Hence, she could never emphasize with people who faced the "coming out problem." The novels she had written also had backgrounds where same-sex marriage was legalized. Xu Chuanchuan never thought that she, too, would one day face this problem one day.

If, someday in the future, their parents objected to them being together, what would be the fate of herself and Murong Shi?

Xu Chuanchuan dared not think too deeply into the matter, and neither did she dare ask Murong Shi about it.

Thus far, the time they spent together was too short, so it might be too soon for them to consider this problem. There were still many things they had yet to do and many things they had yet to enjoy. So, they shouldn't let such heavy issues weigh down their moods.

"The food outside smells so good. Are you hungry?" Xu Chuanchuan asked.

This change in topic was very forceful. However, Murong Shi played along with Xu Chuanchuan and said, "I'm not. What about you?"

Shaking her head, Xu Chuanchuan said, "I still haven't digested lunch yet. Just look at my belly."

In response, Murong Shi directly placed her hand on Xu Chuanchuan's belly. Then, while gently caressing the bulged belly, she said in a serious manner, "It should be three months now."

Revealing a look of surprise, Xu Chuanchuan retorted, "How can three months look like this?!"

"Two months, then," Murong Shi said, gently giving Xu Chuanchuan's belly button a tap with her finger. Then, she looked at Xu Chuanchuan and said, "By the way, we haven't done it yet, so where did this child in your stomach come from?"

"Of course, it is my own."

"You made a child on your own? Impossible. Your child must come from us both," Murong Shi said. Then, she gradually moved her hand downward.

Initially, Xu Chuanchuan only found Murong Shi's touch to be itchy. However, when Murong Shi's hand reached a certain sensitive spot, her body stiffened.

Taking advantage of Xu Chuanchuan's brief moment of inattention, Murong Shi gently stole her lips. Then, in a seductive voice, Murong Shi asked, "Before we make a baby, shouldn't we do what should be done?"

Xu Chuanchuan could sense the breath of the person hovering over her growing erratic. Before Murong Shi could steal her breath away, she quickly pushed Murong Shi away and rolled aside.

After getting out of bed and standing up, Xu Chuanchuan straightened her wrinkled clothes and said with a smile, "We still haven't bathed."

Resting her chin on one hand, Murong Shi asked, "Does that mean we can do it once we've bathed?"

Xu Chuanchuan's smile instantly froze. Then, she stammered, "O-Of course not!"

Murong Shi revealed an ambiguous smile. However, instead of dragging Xu Chuanchuan back to bed, she looked at the sky outside the window. Then, she returned her gaze to Xu Chuanchuan and said, "It's too late. I don't want to leave. Are you willing to take me in?"

"I refuse."

"Oh." Murong Shi did not get annoyed or angry. Instead, she spread her limbs across the bed and shut her eyes, pretending to be dead.

After waiting for a while and seeing Murong Shi still playing dead, Xu Chuanchuan walked over and pushed her while asking, "Are you for real?"

Swiftly opening her eyes, Murong Shi said, "For real."

"..."

"I've been driven for six hours today, so I'm a little tired."

If Murong Shi hadn't brought this up, Xu Chuanchuan would've nearly forgotten about today's matter. Then, she softly said, "Thank you very much for today."

"You're welcome."

After taking a closer look, Xu Chuanchuan managed to see a hint of exhaustion in Murong Shi's eyes. Then, feeling a little heartache, Xu Chuanchuan said, "Alright, then. I'll take you in for one night."

Probably because she was drained, Murong Shi stopped speaking after responding with a lazy smile.

After the two stared at each other for a moment, Xu Chuanchuan said, "The clothes you changed out of last time are still here. Do you want to take a shower first?"

Murong Shi agreed.

When the two left the room, Little Yan and Xu Xiangxiang were taking group photos. When the two younger girls heard the door opening sound, they stopped what they were doing and looked over simultaneously.

Then, Xu Xiangxiang said, "Heavens, what were you two doing inside for so long?"

Meanwhile, Little Yan secretly smiled.

Without batting an eyelid, Xu Chuanchuan said, "Nothing. We were just talking about buying a house."

"Sis, you're buying a house?" Xu Xiangxiang asked, her eyes glowing brightly.

"Mhm. I'll discuss it with mom afterward."

"You can discuss it with me!"

Rolling her eyes, Xu Chuanchuan said, "Discuss it with you for what? Do you have money?"

"Nope."

"Then that settles it."

Xu Xiangxiang received a psychological blow. Then, after letting her eyes wander for a moment, she asked, "Where did you find that much money for a house?"

"Stocks."

"Loan."

Murong Shi and Xu Chuanchuan spoke in unison, though their answers were anything but unanimous. Then, the two of them looked at each other simultaneously.