Little Pink Starfish

At that moment, it was as if the entire world had brightened.

He, dressed in white, unparalleled in beauty, looked as if he had stepped out of an ancient painting.

His long hair cascaded like a waterfall, his aura noble and otherworldly, his presence lofty and imperial.

He was as cold as an ice lotus blooming atop a snowy peak, exuding a chilling elegance that made him utterly untouchable.

Simply standing there, he seemed to gather the light of heaven and earth, possessing a once-in-a-lifetime breathtaking beauty—impossible to forget.

In that instant, every single gaze fell upon him, mesmerized, utterly enchanted…

He’s too beautiful!

No one has ever seen a man like this before!

Compared to him, all celebrities are trash!

I have to take a picture!

Is he even real?!

Even the delicate girl who had just been clinging to Gu Zhang’s sleeve let go in a daze.

So handsome… No—‘handsome’ isn’t enough to describe this man!

All the most beautiful words in the world still wouldn’t be enough!

He’s a real-life prince from a novel… Can I be the princess?

Ah~~~ He’s walking toward me!!!

Gu Bai was long used to being brutally stared at in this new body, but even so, he still felt a little uneasy.

So, he hurriedly stepped toward his younger brother—arriving almost instantly.

Of course, everyone else was too stunned by his beauty to even register how inhumanly fast he moved.

Lowering his head slightly, he looked at his younger brother, who was already nearing 180 cm tall.

“Xiao—” Zhang.

Before he could even finish speaking, his little brother had already frowned and asked, “Ge, which Korean clinic did you get plastic surgery at?”

Gu Bai: “…”

Should I be touched that my little brother can recognize me no matter what I look like? Or should I be pissed that his taste is absolute garbage?!

Seriously, what Korean clinic could possibly give me this level of perfection?!

K-pop idols and their sharp-jawed, flamboyant hairstyles could never compare to the natural, unparalleled beauty of China’s classic aesthetic!

A mix of emotions swirled in his heart.

It had been centuries—how was he supposed to educate his younger brother now…?

Gu Zhang, seeing his older brother’s blank expression, furrowed his brows again. “Ge, did someone bite your tongue or something? Why aren’t you talking?”

Gu Bai’s ears turned red.

…Haha, suddenly remembered last night’s pervert.

Gu Zhang’s irritation level shot up! He immediately turned his glare to Wei Liang.

I told you! Ge can’t just stay cooped up inside all day! He has zero social skills! This is unacceptable!

See?! Now, he’s had so much plastic surgery that his facial nerves have gone stiff! He can’t even talk properly anymore!

Is he turning into a disabled person?!

What the hell has this femboy gege been doing?!

Wei Liang: …I’m being falsely accused!

Receiving the younger brother’s furious glare, he felt zero guilt—only deep injustice.

Seriously, no matter how much responsibility he had as a childhood friend, it wasn’t his fault that Gu Bai literally transmigrated!

This kind of thing was completely out of his control!

Speaking of which—edgy teenagers are a force to be reckoned with.

Especially this one.

Wei Liang still remembered what this kid had said when he had just started middle school a year ago:

“Everyone in this world, except for my ge, is just a tool to be used. One day, I’ll gain massive power—preferably enough to threaten the entire world—so my ge will never have to worry about anything ever again. Anyone who dares to bully my ge, I’ll nuke them! Hmph!”

…Ah, chuunibyou teenagers.

They all dream of destroying the world. ╮(╯▽╰)╭

Wei Liang sighed.

But now?

The older brother of this self-proclaimed future world ruler…

Had actually gotten himself a boyfriend who could literally destroy the world.

Maybe he should light a candle for this kid.

After secretly gloating for a second, Wei Liang flashed a flirtatious smile at Gu Zhang.

“Xiao Zhang, let’s go have dinner together?”

Gu Zhang frowned.

Dinner? What dinner?! We haven’t even finished talking!

But before he could refuse, he caught sight of his older brother’s expectant gaze.

Gu Zhang hesitated for a second.

Then, with a scowl, he muttered, “Fine. Where to?”

As he spoke, his hand casually grabbed the edge of Gu Bai’s sleeve.

Gu Bai’s gaze softened slightly.

This familiarity… it really hits different.

Ignoring the still-stunned girl at the side, Gu Bai happily let his younger brother tug his sleeve and happily let the butler arrange a lavish yet quiet private dining room at a high-end restaurant.

His mood was exceptional.

Previously, Gu Bai had been quite talkative.

But ever since he got this body, he had developed the habit of playing the cool and aloof type.

Later, once he got himself a mind-reading pervert, he barely even spoke ten words a day.

So now?

Wei Liang smoothly took over the big brother role, asking about Gu Zhang’s life, studies, and health—just like Gu Bai used to do.

Meanwhile, Gu Bai simply stared down his little brother, silently watching as he awkwardly answered while subtly expressing his dependence.

This familial atmosphere… was actually kind of heartwarming.

The butler, ever professional, provided flawless service.

They had reserved the entire second floor of the restaurant, ensuring an intimate and elegant setting for their meal.

Gu Bai and Gu Zhang sat across from each other.

Finally, Gu Zhang let go of his brother’s sleeve—only because he needed to see his face properly.

Gu Bai pushed the gold-embossed menu toward him.

“Xiao Zhang, order.”

Gu Zhang exhaled slightly.

Good. At least Ge isn’t actually mute.

Then, of course, he started picking dishes.

This kind of luxury restaurant had absurdly expensive food.

The more he browsed, the more hesitant he became.

Ge works so hard writing novels…

This is too expensive…

Gu Bai, concise as ever: “Order whatever you want.”

Gu Zhang huffed and, with a “swish swish swish,” quickly selected a few items.

Then, Wei Liang took over the menu.

Gu Zhang, however, turned back to his brother and awkwardly asked, “Ge, did you win the lottery or something?”

You’re renting a fancy car, bringing a butler and a driver… You look like some kind of noble going on a royal tour.

I don’t need such an extravagant birthday celebration…

Though, I am kind of touched… but I’d never say that out loud.

Gu Bai felt a bit awkward.

How am I supposed to explain this…?

After a moment of internal struggle, he asked, “How did you recognize me?”

Gu Zhang sneered. “Your dumbass expression.”

Gu Bai: “…”

Fine. Dumbass expression it is.

But he couldn’t let this misunderstanding continue forever.

It was time to come clean.

He trusted his chuunibyou little brother’s ability to handle the truth.

So, he opened his mouth—

But the world loves interruptions.

At that moment, a pair of hands gently landed on Gu Bai’s shoulders.

The hands belonged to a ridiculously handsome young man—tall and elegant, with a gentle smile that made people feel like springtime.

Just standing there, he seemed to radiate a soft glow.

And right now, he was subtly caging Gu Bai within his arms—his posture casual yet exuding a terrifying level of possessiveness.

As if saying—

“The person in my arms is my everything.”

Wei Liang: Oh-ho, he’s here. And he sure found out fast.

Gu Zhang: ?

He saw some random shady guy touching his ge.

His eyes immediately turned murderous.

WHO THE HELL IS THIS DISRESPECTFUL BASTARD?!

At the exact same time, two voices rang out.

The gentle one: “Gege, who is this? Can you introduce us?”

The arrogant one: “Ge, where the hell did this guy come from?”

Then, they locked eyes.

Gu Bai’s mind went blank.

SHIT! SHIT! SHIT!

HOW DO I EXPLAIN THIS?!!!

Gu Zhang’s eyes turned red.

And Qi Guanrui, smiling ever so tenderly, whispered—

“Hello, I’m Ah Bai’s boyfriend.”