Ch 63 (Part 2): Rebirth of the Tool Man in a Pampered Protagonist Novel

Xie Zheng’s gentleness and cleanliness, hidden beneath his cold appearance, held a tremendous attraction for someone like Fang Ziyang, who had experienced so much coldness.

However, no matter how strong this natural attraction was, his rationality remained clear.

He would rather give up on momentary greed and avoid a future where Xie Zheng discovered his dark side and came to dislike him. It was better to let Xie Zheng remain as Brother Xie.

He tried to suppress the unusual feelings in his heart.

Fang Ziyang felt that he should do something to prevent Xie Zheng’s favorable impression of him from changing. Otherwise, it wouldn’t be good if things became irreparable.

He took a deep breath.

Putting on a smile, he pretended to remember something and asked, “By the way, Brother Xie, did you find any clues about the person I asked you to help find?”

Since Xie Zheng misunderstood his supposed crush on him, he wanted to gently remind and explain it. Besides, Xie Zheng had indeed spent a considerable amount of time looking for the owner of the ring. Fang Ziyang hadn’t paid attention to it earlier due to his busy schedule, so it was a good opportunity to ask.

When this question was brought up, Xie Zheng’s hand, which had been rubbing Fang Ziyang’s head, paused for a moment. Then, his already cheerful mood improved even more, and the corners of his mouth couldn’t help but curl up.

“We’re still searching. It’s not easy to find. Why? Are you so infatuated with that person that you can’t wait for even a moment?”

Indeed, the young man seemed to be madly in love. He was so anxious.

The joyful aura emanating from the perpetual virgin couldn’t be hidden anymore.

Fang Ziyang felt a bit perplexed by the slightly pinkish atmosphere.

According to reason, when Xie Zheng heard him mention another man, he shouldn’t furrow his brows or be slightly annoyed, right? Then Fang Ziyang could take the opportunity to explain that he had only ever had a crush on one person from start to finish and that Xie Zheng’s assumption of him having a crush on him was purely a misunderstanding.

Why did Xie Zheng seem happy at this moment? This development didn’t seem quite normal based on Xie Zheng’s worldview.

Fang Ziyang felt that something was off but couldn’t grasp where the problem lay.

So, he could only pretend to be embarrassed and blush, continuing, “Brother Xie! It’s not that I can’t wait. I was just casually asking. Brother Xie, you’re so capable, and you’ve been searching for so long without any news. I was curious if something happened.”

“If we delay for another day, it means there’s less hope. What if we find the person, but he’s already married or in a relationship? What should I do then?”

“It’s impossible to control matters of the heart. What if I can’t control myself and end up ruining someone else’s relationship? I feel that if I act impulsively, I might really do something like that, and that wouldn’t be good… Right, Brother Xie?”

Fang Ziyang tried to display a pitiful and melancholic expression, reminiscent of a naive and innocent green tea character.

He had gone all out, even saying such words that destroyed his own principles and image. He couldn’t believe that Xie Zheng, with his rigid and upright character, could still have a favorable impression of him.

But the reality proved otherwise.

He was too naive in his thinking, and he had misunderstood Xie Zheng!

Upon hearing Fang Ziyang’s words, Xie Zheng not only didn’t show disgust, but his entire being exuded an overwhelming sense of joy, infecting the surrounding air with a sweet and sticky atmosphere.

An indescribable fervent emotion spread from the depths of his heart.

Xie Zheng felt his heart beating a bit faster.

… He didn’t expect that the young man’s love for him had reached such a point. For him, the young man was willing to break through principles and entertain absurd thoughts of destroying someone else’s relationship just to be with him.

Although it was improper, this level of affection was incredibly intense and persistent.

Xie Zheng’s ears grew hot, and his voice and gaze became even softer.

“That won’t happen. Don’t worry, Brother Xie guarantees it.”

Fang Ziyang:…

Wasn’t this situation a bit too strange?!

Fang Ziyang’s survival instinct skyrocketed.

“Brother Xie, why are you being so nice to me? I actually had thoughts of destroying someone else’s relationship, and I’m so terrible. Why are you comforting me? Although you have a good relationship with my brother, you don’t have to compromise your principles to protect me. By indulging me like this, what if I really do something bad?”

Is this really the Xie Zheng he knew?

He just said that he wanted to ruin someone else’s relationship, that he would become a despised homewrecker. Yet Xie Zheng didn’t reprimand him; instead, he appeared incredibly understanding.

In fact, at this moment, Xie Zheng not only tolerated Fang Ziyang’s words but also felt his heart soften even more upon hearing them.

“Since you can say such things now, it means you won’t actually do them. Besides, this won’t happen. Don’t worry, Brother Xie has a keen eye for people, and that person you like must be single and interested in you too.”

What a straightforward and sensitive young man, always thinking for his sake.

So, those people who had spread rumors and said bad things about the young man before were a group of people without insight, full of malice.

Xie Zheng consoled him with confidence, “Furthermore, it’s a great thing to acknowledge one’s mistakes and make improvements. Now that you realize your thoughts were wrong, it’s good to make a change. You’re not a bad person at all.”

Fang Ziyang:…

Driver: Boss, aren’t you being hypocritical?

“Brother Xie, you’re so good to me. I… I’m really touched.”

Fang Ziyang was at a loss for words.

Xie Zheng’s lips curled up, satisfied with the praise. He didn’t sense the irony behind it at all.

Fang Ziyang:…

I completely surrender!

I really can’t understand how Xie Zheng’s mind works.

From that point on, Fang Ziyang remained silent. He was afraid that the more he spoke, the worse it would get. If he couldn’t explain his intentions clearly and only made Xie Zheng misunderstand even more, it would truly be a living hell.

It seemed that he needed to find another way to make Xie Zheng dispel his favorable impression. Moreover, he needed to do it quickly and decisively.

The current development with Xie Zheng was making him extremely anxious.

Fang Ziyang felt deeply frustrated.

In contrast to his frustration, Xie Zheng radiated a joyful hormone, displaying his happy emotions.

The atmosphere inside the car was a stark contrast.

Fortunately, there was no traffic congestion on the road today, and the driver was driving at a fast speed. They soon arrived at the place where Fang Ziyang would be staying, and he could finally get out of the car to breathe.

But as soon as he got out of the car…

Fang Ziyang stared at the unfamiliar house in front of him, which was low-key luxurious, resembling a European manor, and once again felt perplexed.

“Brother Xie, this… this doesn’t seem to be the house I requested, right?”

Regarding the matter of moving to Beijing, he had entrusted his brother to handle it because he didn’t have time. Tang Xun initially wanted him to live together, but he wasn’t an actual 18-year-old youth who still enjoyed having his own private space. So, in the end, Fang Ziyang decided to buy a small villa to live in alone, just like he had in the past.

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But the house in front of him… This definitely wasn’t what he had asked for.

Fang Ziyang suddenly had a bad feeling and quickly turned to look at Xie Zheng, raising his voice, “Brother Xie, this isn’t your house, is it?!”

“Mmm, this is my house.”

Xie Zheng’s stern face broke into a smile, and he ruffled Fang Ziyang’s black hair.

“You living alone is not safe at all. Your brother often stays in the laboratory, and it’s inconvenient for him with Rick there. So, after discussing with your brother, it’s better for you to live with me. My house is spacious, in a good location, and the housekeepers and staff have been with us for many years, so you can feel at ease.”

“With me watching over you, you won’t have to deal with all those malicious people anymore, and it will be more convenient.”

Convenient?

How was it convenient for a single man?

He liked men, after all!

Fang Ziyang took a deep breath, desperately trying to survive.

“Brother Xie, I think I can be self-sufficient. Besides, I’ll be living in the school dormitory when classes start. If you’re really concerned about me, I can stay at my brother’s place on weekends. His house is actually quite spacious.”

Moreover, even if he couldn’t stay at his brother’s place, it wasn’t appropriate for him to move in with Xie Zheng!

He and Xie Zheng were just friends, like older and younger brothers, without any direct relationship. What right did he have to live in someone else’s house when they were not related?

Besides, his sexual orientation was towards men. Living under the same roof as a single man… he wasn’t afraid of what Xie Zheng might do to him; he was more concerned about what he might do to Xie Zheng… After all, seeing a hormonally charged man in front of him every day, being so gentle towards him, was truly challenging. What if he couldn’t resist and did something terrible to this pure and lofty flower? It would be too sinful.

Fang Ziyang’s eyes were filled with pleading as he said, “Brother Xie, I really want to live alone…”

Xie Zheng was softened by the pleading gaze.

But softening was just a fleeting moment. Considering Fang Ziyang’s personal safety, he had to be firm.

Nowadays, it’s not safe for girls to live alone, and boys are no less daring, especially when it comes to the irresistible attractiveness that young men have towards themselves.

If it hadn’t been for Li Xiao’s upright character in Jiang City, if it had been someone with a slightly ulterior motive, Fang Ziyang would have been taken home by that young man without any hesitation, and who knows what could have happened!

“No, I’ve already talked to your brother about it. This isn’t a matter of being willful; it’s about being responsible for you.”

Xie Zheng refused firmly.

Fang Ziyang: Why does that statement sound off in every way… Why does Xie Zheng feel responsible for him?

“Brother Xie, I’m already eighteen; I don’t need a guardian anymore. And it’s really too much trouble for you.”

Fang Ziyang took a deep breath, emphasizing his point.

Xie Zheng fell silent, his lips pressed together.

After a moment, Xie Zheng spoke deeply, “Your brother and I are good friends. Taking care of a good friend’s little brother is only natural.”

Fang Ziyang:…

Taking care of a good friend’s little brother to the extent of taking him home—is that natural?

Fang Ziyang couldn’t bear it any longer. “Did my brother agree to this?”

Xie Zheng is someone with a warped mind; his brother couldn’t possibly be oblivious to his concerns!

But as soon as he said that, a gleam sparked in Xie Zheng’s eyes.

“I will convince your brother!”

The perennial bachelor suddenly displayed his ability to misinterpret and misconstrue, lighting up this dazzling skill.

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