[Full manuscript complete]
As a seasoned player in love and a master angler, Chen Tingqiu has his own Fishing Rules. He wins time and again, and his methods never fail. What few people know is that, for all his skill at fishing, he doesn't actually like eating fish.
Because of his severe cleanliness obsession, whenever a fish tries to get closer to him, Chen Tingqiu mercilessly kicks it back into the sea.
After kicking another fish of questionable character back into the water, Chen Tingqiu went home for the summer to escape its harassment. One evening, he started his usual livestream, and at the urging of his viewers, walked into a newly opened noodle shop nearby.
And unexpectedly discovered that the young owner was devastatingly handsome.
Chen: Love at first sight? No, I just think he's a great source of inspiration for my videos. All right, I admit it. My fishing itch is acting up. *smiles*
Chen Tingqiu waited for him to finish work, then invited him to make a video together, subtly putting his fishing skills to use as he tested the waters.
Duan Jingzhu stayed cool and expressionless, his gaze straight ahead. "No, thanks."
Master Chen, who thought he might have hit a snag: ?
Rule Two of Fishing: Make good use of indirect approaches.
So he decided to start with the noodle shop, dropping by now and then and casually appearing in the owner's sight to gradually make an impression.
But after trying most of the noodles on the menu, Chen Tingqiu had to accept a terrifying and despairing fact. This noodle shop was
Super, ultra, cosmic, thunderous, explosively disgusting!!!
After forcing down a mouthful of noodles as if facing his own death, Chen Tingqiu gave the livestream audience a thumbs-up, his mouth twitching and his smile stiff. "It's deli...cious. Come on in, everyone."
The viewers could tell something was wrong. Holy crap, guys, call emergency services! The streamer looks like he's about to die!
The guy clearly wasn't straight, but no matter how Chen tried to reel him in, he never wavered. Every time, he effortlessly and skillfully turned him down. At this point, to preserve his perfect record, Chen decided after much deliberation to stop pursuing him.
So he dropped the act and decided to improve his meals at the new noodle shop across the street. But on his way there, he was caught red-handed by someone, like a cheating husband caught by his wife.
Across the street, Duan Jingzhu leaned against a streetlamp with his arms folded, wearing a faint, knowing smile. "Does he give you fried eggs too?"
Chen: Weird. Why do I feel like someone's pushing me from behind?
Just as he was about to reel in his line, a clever fish suddenly bit the hook of its own accord.
Rule One of Fishing: Never let a hooked fish drag you into the sea.
It's the story of someone who thinks his opponent is a bronze-ranked player, only to find himself facing another top-tier champion. Also known as Don't Fish for Fish of Unknown Origin.
A fish that pretends to bite the hook, then flips the boat x A little fox who thinks he's an expert fisherman but ends up capsizing
A sly, secretly lovestruck college guy (Duan Jingzhu) x A flirtatious, fishing-type beauty shou (Chen Tingqiu)
Reader's guide:
Younger gong; the shou has an ex, but both leads are pure; includes some livestream comments and forum-style sections; the author's writing is amateurish; neither lead is perfect; not recommended for readers with extreme character preferences; should be a simple, sweet little treat. Have a fun summer and enjoy yourselves.
Theme: Don't forget your dreams
