Chapter 46 – Exclusive Sweet Romance: The Battle to Save the Campus Heartthrob (08)
Ever since they confirmed their relationship, Jian Haocang had been incredibly attentive to Bai Mo, taking care of everything, big or small.
How attentive was he?
If Bai Mo playfully asked for something, Jian Haocang made it happen.
If Bai Mo never even mentioned it, Jian Haocang still thought of it.
Just like now—Bai Mo and Xiao Bobao sat staring wide-eyed at three custom-made dresses delivered by courier.
There was no need to even check the price tag—the craftsmanship and design alone spoke of their value.
These were a far cry from the affordable dresses Bai Mo used to have in his wardrobe.
Bai Mo fell into deep thought as he looked at the three dresses.
Hadn’t he already revealed his true gender to his dear boyfriend?
Why was Jian Haocang still sending him dresses?
Xiao Bobao, on the other hand, was thrilled.
She was a girl—and what girl doesn’t love beautiful dresses?
The exquisite tailoring, unique styles—she loved everything about them!
The only regret?
They weren’t for her.
And since the size didn’t fit, she couldn’t even try them on.
“Well, it’s the male lead’s heartfelt gesture after all. You’ve already worn dresses twice—one more time won’t make a difference. Just make him happy.” Xiao Bobao coaxed.
“It’ll show that you care about him. And after this, you can just tell him not to buy them anymore.”
That actually made sense.
Bai Mo didn’t want to waste Jian Haocang’s good intentions or let him misunderstand.
So, he decided—he’d wear a dress just this once more, then make things clear.
Without hesitation, Bai Mo picked up a sky-blue dress and went into the bathroom to change.
…
By coincidence, Bai Mo had ended up in a dorm room by himself when room assignments were made.
He was placed in a dorm with graduating students who had all left for internships, leaving him as the sole resident.
Total freedom.
This was why, in the original story, Black Moonlight dared to wear dresses—
It wasn’t uncommon for girls to occasionally enter the boys’ dormitory, whether for room inspections or visiting boyfriends.
So, in broad daylight, a girl in a dress walking out of the boys’ dorm wasn’t anything unusual.
…
Before long, Bai Mo stepped out, holding a sun umbrella.
No choice—without it, his makeup would smudge.
And if his makeup smudged?
He wouldn’t look as good anymore.
…
When he arrived at A University, a heated basketball match was taking place on the court.
Sweat-drenched players, brimming with youthful energy.
Bai Mo had only intended to pass by.
But then, someone with sharp eyes spotted him and shouted—
“The campus heartthrob’s little wife is here!”
In an instant—
Hundreds, if not thousands, of eyes turned to Bai Mo.
A crowd quickly formed around him, with him at its very center.
“Pretty girl is here!”
“Pretty girl looks extra pretty today.”
“The campus heartthrob belongs to A University, and so do I. Since pretty girl is his little wife, by extension, that means she’s my little wife too!”
“Little wife, come watch your big brother show off his basketball skills!”
“Sis, don’t listen to these stinky men…”
The scene was rowdier than a marketplace.
Bai Mo felt dizzy—one voice after another, his sharp eyes could hardly keep up.
Who were all these people?!
…
“Enough, stop making a fuss! Bai Mo’s ears are hurting from all the noise.”
Just as Bai Mo’s head started spinning, a soft female voice cut through the commotion.
The crowd instinctively parted, making way for a girl in a blue dress who gracefully walked forward.
A single glance—who else could it be but the female lead, Ran Yunyun?
…
“Wake up, Mo Mo! The love rival has arrived!”
Xiao Bobao’s voice was full of mischief and malice.
“Ran Yunyun was just throwing herself at the male lead in front of his dorm two nights ago. Now that she failed there, is she trying to get to him through you instead? Gotta make sure she stays in his sights so she can climb the ranks, huh?”
…
But Xiao Bobao had completely misunderstood Ran Yunyun.
She really had just happened to pass by.
Yes, she liked Jian Haocang—that much was clear.
But was she the type to stop at nothing to get what she wanted?
Not at all.
Her reserved demeanor made it obvious—she wasn’t someone who used underhanded methods.
But her overly kind, people-pleasing nature was what led to her tragic fate in the original story.
She had repeatedly spoken up for Bai Mo when Huo Wen set traps for him—
Only to end up being the one who unknowingly pushed White Moonlight into the abyss.
…
Setting aside the “love rival” label…
To Bai Mo, Ran Yunyun was, in fact, a gentle and soft person.
A personality that many would find easy to get along with—someone who made others feel in control.
But for a snow ferret that had survived the harsh forests and snowy wilderness…
“Helpless and delicate” was not an admirable trait.
The first time Bai Mo had met Ran Yunyun, she had let Huo Wen speak for her, playing the role of a perpetual do-gooder.
That alone had been enough for Bai Mo to look down on her
If you’ve got the guts, fight me head-on.
“Are you okay? The publicity department’s office is nearby. Do you want to go rest for a bit?” Ran Yunyun asked kindly, stepping closer to take a better look.
Even though she had mentally prepared herself for Bai Mo’s good looks, she was still momentarily stunned.
His skin was as fair as jade, smooth like cream, and his features were impossibly delicate.
…
She had once thought that she and Bai Mo were on the same level.
But in reality, the gap between them was immense.
Just in terms of appearance alone, she was already far behind.
Ran Yunyun couldn’t help but feel inferior.
Meanwhile, Xiao Bobao, traumatized by too many “white lotus” female leads, was utterly suspicious of her intentions.
“Mo Mo, don’t trust her! Who knows if this is another trap waiting for you to fall into?”
Xiao Bobao tried his best to stop Bai Mo from stepping into a pitfall.
“I know.”
Bai Mo signaled that he had no intention of following the female lead.
Just the fact that Ran Yunyun was a love rival was enough to make Bai Mo dislike her.
“No need, I already called Brother Haocang. He’s coming to pick me up~”
His voice was soft and sweet—but to Ran Yunyun, it sounded like a bitter pill.
Brother Haocang…
So intimate.
“You two have such a good relationship…”
Ran Yunyun forced a bitter smile.
…
Everyone knew about Ran Yunyun’s feelings for Jian Haocang.
And ever since Jian Haocang started dating, all the people who had secretly (or openly) admired him had their hearts shattered.
Among them, Ran Yunyun’s name was mentioned the most.
Before Bai Mo appeared, everyone had expected them to be together.
But no one had foreseen the sudden arrival of a stunning “little wife.”
“Our relationship is indeed very good~”
If Bai Mo started listing Jian Haocang’s good qualities, he could go on for three days and three nights without repeating himself.
He lifted his round little chin slightly—his face full of pride, confidence radiating from him.
A hint of cuteness peeked through his triumphant expression, making people exclaim:
“They’re just too adorable!”
Jian Haocang received Bai Mo’s call in a rush.
By the time he picked up, Bai Mo had already arrived at the entrance of A University.
When Jian Haocang hurried over to the basketball courts, he found one of them completely surrounded by layers upon layers of people.
And then, that familiar voice shouted once more: “The campus heartthrob is here!”
The crowd turned their heads and immediately parted to make way for him.
Seeing Ran Yunyun and Bai Mo standing in the center, Jian Haocang’s brows furrowed—almost imperceptibly.
But before he could react, a soft and sugary voice called out: “Brother Haocang~”
Jian Haocang spread his arms open just in time to catch a certain little mischievous ferret as Bai Mo leaped into his embrace.
A small hand slyly slid over Jian Haocang’s waist.
Feeling the same firm muscles as before, Bai Mo nodded in satisfaction.
“I’ve been working out every day, you know?”
Ever since Jian Haocang discovered his little boyfriend’s particular “hobby,” he made sure to run three extra laps every day—just to build endurance and maintain his physique.
Bai Mo’s gaze lingered on the faint outline of abs beneath Jian Haocang’s shirt and then drifted downward to something that seemed quite impressive.
Recalling the long-lasting happiness of his past life, Bai Mo couldn’t help but gulp.
This time around, his man’s “assets” were even better than before!
“V-very good. Keep it up…!”
With great difficulty, Bai Mo forced himself to look away.
This was way too tempting for a little ferret like him!
Especially since… he had absolutely no self-control when it came to his man.
“Alright, I promise.”
Jian Haocang chuckled softly against Bai Mo’s ear, wrapping an arm around his waist.
Bai Mo’s cheeks turned crimson in an instant, his gaze flickering with shy avoidance—
Like a delicate rose in full bloom.
And Jian Haocang…
Was the one who would pluck it.
…
The crowd was absolutely seething with envy.
“Unfair!”
They were all students of A University—
So why was Jian Haocang the only one with such ridiculous luck?!
They also wanted a pretty little girlfriend to sweetly dote on them.
“What, just because of his good physique?”
They worked out every day too!
They also had well-defined muscles!
So why was he the only one who got a “little wife”?!
“Haocang, it’s been a while since we last played basketball together. If we’re brothers, then let’s have a match!”
The team captain, holding a basketball, stood shirtless—his well-defined muscles gleaming under the sunlight, impossible to look away from.
Bai Mo naturally glanced at the speaker, and as a result, took in the sight of those sculpted muscles radiating under the sun.
The spectators erupted into cheers, playfully calling Bai Mo “little wife” as they watched.
Even though Bai Mo didn’t belong to them, just getting to admire him for a while was a treat.
…
A beauty was a feast for the eyes.
Looking at him would only brighten one’s mood.
Besides, Jian Haocang guarded his pretty little “wife” so well.
They usually only saw Bai Mo when he went out on dates with Jian Haocang—he was rarely brought back to campus.
Getting a glimpse of him was nearly impossible!
Those who knew the situation called Bai Mo “little wife” or “pretty sister,” while the clueless ones joined in the rowdy teasing with all sorts of names.
But “little wife” remained the most popular.
Jian Haocang’s gaze darkened.
Turning to the ones leading the teasing, he asked coldly:
“What are you all shouting for? You don’t have wives of your own, huh?”
A soul-crushing question from the campus heartthrob.
The single crowd instantly felt the sting of humiliation.
Especially since Bai Mo was snuggled up beside Jian Haocang, nodding in agreement and adding in a soft, milk-sweet voice: “Exactly, exactly! You can eat whatever you want, but you can’t say whatever you want. Not just anyone can call me ‘little wife’~”
That title belonged exclusively to Jian Haocang.
It was a private nickname that Jian Haocang teased him with in private.
Bai Mo, being a devoted snow ferret, wasn’t about to let anyone else call him that!
To make it even more painful for the single dogs in the crowd, Bai Mo casually threw in another dagger:
“Only Brother Haocang can call me ‘little wife.’ If anyone else says it, I won’t acknowledge it~”
Jian Haocang smirked.
“Alright then, let’s play.”
Turning back to the basketball captain, he winked at Bai Mo.
Bai Mo, ever quick-witted, immediately responded:
“Brother Haocang is the best!”
Then, scanning the crowd, he added cheerfully: “Come on, everyone! Let’s watch my handsome brother-in-law score some shots!”
The crowd: ???
Why was he the A University campus heartthrob’s little wife…
Yet still referring to Jian Haocang as C University’s handsome brother-in-law?
This little snow ferret…
Always managed to pick out the strangest details!
Even Xiao Bobao was left speechless.
…
Once the teams were set, the referee blew the whistle—
The game began!
The match was intense and thrilling.
Defense, offense—every move kept the spectators glued to the action.
Bai Mo cheered with all his might.
When Jian Haocang stole the ball, he shouted in excitement.
When Jian Haocang went for a layup, he screamed.
He didn’t even bother maintaining an image of elegance—
Instead, he perfectly embodied a die-hard fangirl watching her idol in action.
The players on the court were dying of jealousy.
The air reeked of pure envy.
Without comparison, there would be no pain—
And this was pain.
They, too, wanted a gorgeous little wife cheering them on.
But Bai Mo’s bright, adoring gaze never left Jian Haocang.
Even when Jian Haocang’s team scored a point,
Bai Mo only clapped a few times before locking his eyes back onto Jian Haocang.