Although he was filled with a thousand grievances about Liu Buli's actions, Shen Muzhi did not dare to show it too obviously.
After all, he was not the protagonist of the novel.
One reason was that his view on relationships was completely different from the protagonist's tendency to fall for anyone he met. Another was that he couldn't defeat Lu Wuming, he truly couldn't.
It is important to know oneself.
Shen Muzhi possessed this noble and safe virtue.
So, after taking a few deep breaths, Shen Muzhi decisively gave up on arguing with Liu Buli. He then looked up again at You Siqi, who was holding him, and after some thought, he began to explain, "Siqi, listen to me, I know that in your heart I am the protagonist, but you can't compare me to him in everything. We are different, and I can guarantee you that from birth until now, I have only ever had feelings for you. I haven't even touched another person's hand, I am very pure."
He spoke a little anxiously.
He seemed ready to transform back into his human form and let You Siqi inspect him thoroughly right then and there. However, this was just a thought and not put into action.
Because after hearing his explanation, You Siqi paused, and then let out a chuckle. Shaking his head, You Siqi said, "You don't think I'm bothered by this, do you? I'm not an idiot. Whether you are the protagonist of that novel or not, and what differences there are between you and him, I can still tell."
He spoke very seriously.
And his calm demeanor did not seem like he was lying at all.
Shen Muzhi stared for a long time, and only when he was sure he couldn't see any signs of anger in his eyes did he slightly relax and change the subject, asking, "If you're not angry, why the expression? You startled me, I thought you were very bothered."
"I'm not bothered, I just thought of a problem."
You Siqi hesitated, as if he had something unpleasant to say.
It seemed he had indeed thought of something he couldn't easily speak about, a suspicious blush appeared on his cheeks, and his gaze became somewhat unfocused.
The more he was like this, the more curious Shen Muzhi became.
But no matter how he pressed, You Siqi wouldn't answer.
Finally, Shen Muzhi was at his wit's end and cast a pleading look towards Liu Buli ahead.
In his understanding, although Liu Buli often teased You Siqi, they were after all from the same place, so if there was something You Siqi was unwilling to say, asking Liu Buli would most likely yield a correct answer.
And as it turned out, Shen Muzhi's guess was correct.
Sensing his pleading gaze this time, Liu Buli looked back and, just like before, calmly gave the correct answer. He said, "Think about what I just said. The young lady had just experienced her first time, and the protagonist lasted for three days and three nights. So, guess, how long does the protagonist usually last in one go?"
Shen Muzhi understood instantly.
This time, even You Siqi wanted Liu Buli to shut up quickly.
The atmosphere between them reached a peak of ambiguity. The kitten in You Siqi's arms stretched its neck and licked the corner of You Siqi's lips. The smile in its eyes grew more intense, and Shen Muzhi vowed, "You Siqi, don't worry, I'm not like that protagonist. When it comes to someone I like, I know how to cherish them. So, the first time, I will absolutely listen to you and won't make it too difficult for you."
You Siqi: ...
Look at what he's saying, is that human language?
He was a novelist. To play word games with him, wasn't Shen Muzhi underestimating himself too much?
What did he mean by "the first time will be according to him"?
Did that mean after that, he would have free rein?
Thinking about the scenes he had written in his novel, and then looking down at the cat's sparkling eyes, You Siqi suddenly felt a pang of regret.
He must have been completely blinded by greed to agree to Shen Muzhi's "try anything" proposal.