White Elm, Crane's Dream

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[Writing this for myself. I want to write something sad. I'll update slowly... (crawling)]

"Bai Yu, you're a child nobody wants."

With no one to rely on, Bai Yu made a living on his own after graduating from high school, singing and playing music on the streets and in the alleys. A small performance at a bar let Jiang He see his younger self in the boy.

Out of selfish motives, Jiang He kept a close eye on this talented young man. As they spent time together, Bai Yu happened to discover that Jiang He was good at music and wanted to create something together with him. After much persistence, Bai Yu finally softened Jiang He's heart.

Their feelings gradually grew, and the first song that belonged to them was born. But when they posted it on social media, it sank without a trace.

"Bai Yu, give up. You should go to school. I've saved some money. I'll pay for your education."

That night, Jiang He hoarsely turned down Bai Yu's invitation.

With nowhere else to turn, Bai Yu tried to seize the last sliver of hope, only to discover a secret buried for eighteen years:

"Bai Yu, you were never a child nobody wanted."

But before long, the hope he'd grasped turned to bubbles once more...

Talented young uke x working-class seme

Theme: Chasing your dreams