Don’t Try to Bend Me

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As a recognized beauty in the Mathematics Department of Tsinghua University, Gu Jiqing’s pure and lustful appearance captivated all the girls in the school. However, on the first day of school, he admitted that he was a Gay and reportedly even twisted several straight men.

Zhou Cibai, as a recognized member of the Architecture Department of Tsinghua University with a height of 1.9 meters and bursting with a hormonal aura, is praised by all the girls as a big walking general attacker. However, he was clearly a homophobe from the first day of school.

On the first day they were assigned to the same dormitory, Zhou Cibai said with a stern expression, “Sorry, I’m not interested in men.”

Upon hearing this, Gu Jiqing thought to himself: Fortunately, anyway, he doesn’t like large dogs either.

The two hit it off and thought they could get along well.

However, when Gu Jiqing took a shower and forgot to blow his hair, Zhou Cibai would blush and slam the door. When he woke up and forgot to wear pants, Zhou Cibai would blush and slam the door. When he was sick and rubbed his palms unconsciously, Zhou Cibai would still blush and slam the door.

Gu Jiqing thought to himself that Zhou Cibai must be homophobic to the extreme.

Until one day, he was drugged at a bar. In front of Zhou Cibai, he was about to find a young, handsome, clean, and lively fellow to help him. Zhou Cibai, however, pressed down on his waist and said through clenched teeth, “Gu Jiqing, do you think I’m not handsome enough or do you think I’m not clean enough?”

Gu Jiqing blinked in confusion and said, “Ah? Isn’t it because you can’t?”

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When Zhou Cibai was in junior high school, he had a goddess whom he fell in love with at first sight. However, because of a gay stalker, causing him to lose face in front of his goddess, and from then on, he kept a respectful distance from gay.

As a result, Gu Jiqing took a bath and wanted to seduce him with wet hair. He exposed his thighs when he got out of bed to seduce him, and when he’s sick, he even softly acted spoiled to seduce him. And even the red mole on the corner of his eye was the same as his goddess.

Zhou Cibai finally couldn’t bear it anymore and said with a cold face, “Gu Jiqing, can you restrain yourself a bit? Don’t try to bend me all day long.”

Then that night, he put Gu Jiqing to sleep.

Zhou Cibai, who grew up believing that holding hands meant falling in love, looked at the rubber cond*ms on the ground and felt that although he has h*mophobia, he still had to take responsibility for Gu Jiqing.

So he decided to destroy the goddess’s photo, bid farewell to the past, and establish a formal romantic relationship with Gu Jiqing.

However, Gu Jiqing, who had been pestering him all night, just laid in bed, lazily hooking at a photo of the goddess, and asked in a muffled voice, “How come you have a photo of me from middle school?”

Then he raised the corner of his eyes and lightly wrote, “Oh, by the way, ten thousand yuan has been transferred to you, just think of it as your hard work charge last night. You’re welcome.”

Zhou Cibai, who has h*mophobia, with a fortune worth only 10,000 yuan a night. “???”

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11 Reviews


kattlans
kattlans
Feb 26, 2024
Status: Completed
I don't know where to start; it simply left me speechless. From the main characters to ML's family dynamics and their small group of friends, everything is just lovely. Seriously.

MC may come off as someone kind yet distant, but only he knows that he longs for the freedom to stop saying "yes" to everything and be free in his own way. However, due to the way he was treated, he sees himself as a selfish person who doesn't deserve love. When he meets ML and experiences the feeling of being... more>> loved and cared for, fear and insecurities arise strongly.

I felt bad for him and everything he had to go through. Although I understand that MC's mom only wanted to protect him and ensure a good future for him, I can't help but blame her a little. Was it a problem to take time to care for her own son when he was sick? Did she really have to let others intimidate MC and limit his talents just because he was better than the legitimate son of that family? Did she really need to overly please and prioritize that legitimate son over MC all the time?

I'm sorry, I don't want to justify her actions. MC developed insecurities because of it and had to be excessively kind and pretend just to "thank" a family that never valued and cared for him as they pretended to. Even at a very young age, he realized that everything he had was not his own and that he had to pay for it if he wanted to leave.

It's reassuring to know that ML arrived when MC needed support the most, when he thought no one needed him, and again, when he thought no one would accept him as he truly wanted to be. ML is someone who, despite appearing fierce, is quite the opposite. He is the sweetest and shyest person in the novel. I lost count of how many times his ears blushed.

Their relationship took time to become official because MC wasn't sure if he deserved ML's love, and later because he needed to resolve his family issue. ML was willing to wait, trusting that they both felt the same. The love they share is the sweetest and most charming I've read. I loved how ML speaks to MC, encouraging him not to do something just to please others, and how MC observes every little gesture of ML to ensure he is not unhappy.

The brief mentions of characters from other novels by the author were also interesting and exciting for those who have read those works.

In summary, it's a highly recommended novel if you're looking for something fun, tender, and incredibly sweet. <<less
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ILYP_
ILYP_
Dec 09, 2024
Status: Completed
super fluffy 🤭

Super large dog type of top and cat like bottom is the best description here hahaha

I love their interactions that might seem baseless or something happened that could be clear with communication but when you learn about the MC's family you'll understand why he acted in a certain way or did something. About the homophobic thing:

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Spoiler

The ML is not homophobic. He had a 'traumatic' experience when he was a child so he 'avoids' gay people. They just labeled him as homophobic in uni but he didn't do anything to be called that haha

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I'll read it again now that the translation is complete because I read it in Chinese but so far (20+ chapters) the translation is good.

What to expect:

Fluff

Little misunderstandings

A little family drama

More fluff

The ML is as green as a forest.

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Bbsnugs
Bbsnugs
Jul 20, 2024
Status: Completed
ZC was in denial from the get go towards GJ, his shyness and like towards him but trying to make excuses about it was hilarious. He really is the star that lights up GJ’s life, gives him the courage to find his own love and happiness. They are really cute together, a nice sweet read.
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_dreamlesscloud_
_dreamlesscl
Jul 09, 2024
Status: Completed
**Do you mean: Did the dog get together with the cat today?

The story really screamed ✨golden retriever x black cat energy✨

The synopsis made me curious but Zhou Da Gou made me continue reading through what felt like a sloooow burn even though it's less than 100 chapters ʕ≧ᴥ≦ʔ I didn't understand Gu Xiao Miao at first and felt bad for Zhou Da Gou but when the novel's arc focused on his family, I can relate to him... because I'm like that too, haha.

I especially like this part:

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Spoiler

Gu Jiqing is not a fool. Even though he has avoided it countless times, how could he not see why Lu Ping and the girl suddenly behaved in such a strange way, and how could he not see the reasons why Zhou Cibai was happy and panicked.

But he is not a very nice person.

He does not have Zhou Cibai's courage, enthusiasm and frankness.

He is afraid of losing and of all disappointments.

He said softly, "Zhou Cibai, don't be like this."

Zhou Cibai raised his head.

Gu Jiqing said: "Because I will get used to it."

At that moment, the wind and snow were everywhere, and the warm quilt covering the lawn was finally hastily rolled up at one corner.

Zhou Cibai seemed to understand what Gu Jiqing had understood.

He stood up in a panic and said, "Then you can get used to it."

Before Gu Jiqing could say anything else, Zhou Cibai spoke up: "Gu Jiqing, I know what you are afraid of, and I also know what you are avoiding. I won't force you, nor will I ask you, but I just want to tell you that if there is someone who loves you, it must be because your very existence is worthy of his love for you. He must have a lot of love, so much love that you don't need to do anything, don't need to give anything, don't need to sacrifice anything, so much that he only hopes that you can learn to love yourself first. Gu Jiqing, there must be such a person."

Even if that person might not be himself.

Even though Gu Jiqing might leave him today.

But he still wanted to tell Gu Jiqing that there must be such love in this world.

"Gu Jiqing, that is not due to s*x, nor is it due to your dedication. It is just a lot of love, the kind of love that loves you for what you are. Do you understand?"

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Can I also mention how I love the Zhou Family members? They're so wholesome and loving. Near the end of the novel, Gu Xiao Miao was basically having a monologue inside his mind about how throughout their lives, people learn about loving others. Some are clumsy and awkward but they still slowly but surely try their best (GXM's mom) and how other people can have so much love to give (ZDG).

It made me think that, yeah, Zhou Da Gou grew up in a loving family that made him secure so he can love someone like Gu Xiao Miao wholeheartedly with no reserves. (He's such a green flag, he really fits my type haha)

The family dynamics were really nice
Spoiler

i like that part where the family basically pranked ZCB who didn't know that they already know the two were dating

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It got me thinking, if I hadn't not sworn off dating and marriage for the remainder of my life, if I had plans on having a kid, I'd want my kid to grow in that kind of family. (˶‾᷄ ⁻̫ ‾᷅˵)

10/10 recommended for readers looking for a fluffy, slowburn read. It starts with the tsundere-straight-guy-super-conscious-of-that-openly-gay-hottie then turned into a doting-golden-retriever-chasing-after-his-pampered-black-cat kinda vibe <<less
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fancytofu
fancytofu
Jul 06, 2024
Status: Completed
Super cute and fluffy and sweet novel. Only problem I had was that it was so long. Especially in the early chapters where ML is coming to terms with his attraction to MC. It also gave me second-hand embarrassment that I could handle so I had to skip/skim through some chapters.

But because the novel is so long, the story packs in a lot of character development.

They liken the personalities of the MC and the ML as Cat and Dog and it's very fitting. ML is literally the definition of a... more>> "golden-retriever boyfriend" (though because of his name, Zhou CiBai, they use a Samoyed instead). But what I like is that none of the characters change their core personalities as the story progresses. While ML is a bit cold in the beginning, the author constantly shows that he is a responsible, affectionate, kind, and clumsy person. The actions just mature as he grows and falls in love so his ever-increasing clinginess doesn't come as a surprise. Paralleling that, MC is described as kind and self-sacrificing but we see his is very firm on his values and will eventually play a large role. Because it's already present in the beginning of the story, once MC starts to really be stubborn, it's also not something coming out of left-field.

The characters remain consistent, but grow in their journey to navigate their evolving relationship.

A good amount of the novel also goes a little into the complex family relationships of the MC and how the contrasting loving family of ML results in their differing views of love and affection and in turn affects their own relationship.

Overall, a good read if you have the time to sit though it. <<less
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Noonoo11
Noonoo11
Dec 15, 2024
Status: c74
Ugh my heart.

Lovely fluffy yaoi school romance.

Very little drama and any drama gets resolved nicely through the story.

... more>> I love the growth of our MC - he really bloomed in this story like the beautiful flower that he is. Love how we see his real playful and funny shine the more he spends time with his silly ML dog.

Our ML dog is very dolly and s*upid with all his misunderstandings at the beginning BUT after that’s resolved he really is the Creme de la crème of MLs! Devoted determined and utterly sweet.

The only way this story could be made better is with some NSFW smut (crying face) <<less
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Kyaaaaaaaaa
Kyaaaaaaaaa
Aug 02, 2024
Status:
Look, I'm not going to rate it. I didn't finish it. But I will say... I don't like it.

Perhaps I was expecting a slower development? Actual h*mophobia with the ML, and the gradual softening of the relationship between the MC and ML? I wasn't expecting the MC to be described as so beautiful he could automatically make our ML blush from day 1 with his looks. There's this insta love aspect that is essentially disguised by ML's denial—no slow burn or appreciation for each other's personalities. MC is just repeatedly... more>> described as the Helen of Troy from the first 20~ chapters (how far I got, sue me).

Like yeah, ML and MC aren't dislikable characters, and they do have attractive personalities (MC = calm + lazy, ML = cold + big dog +respectful), but I don't like that this story runs 2x speed romance-wise with every character interaction. Perhaps this works for people expecting something extremely light-hearted, but I don't think light-heartedness prevents depth (for the problems both characters face, I was expecting a little more nuance with their characters) or a slower pace, so I'm dropping.

Maybe it'll pick up pace after 20+ chapters, maybe this novel will stay the same. But I, with an attention span of a toddler, cannot continue on. <<less
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MsGenix
MsGenix
Jul 14, 2024
Status: c55
Ok, so it's novels like this that make me really hesitant to judge a book by it's title. Actually, it's probably one of the biggest reasons I enjoy danmei so much. You just never know what you're getting into.

This novel is not plot heavy. I had actually considered dropping it because I didn't really connect with the ML (Gu Jiqing), who is very polite, but extremely unbothered. [*Note: I can never tell who the MC is and who the ML is, so I'll just use their names*] However, it's due... more>> to this character that I continued reading. I wanted to see if he would change, and how he would change. The MC (Zhou Cibai), is a very awkward character, but quite adorable in his own way. He's a very potent male, full of vitality, but so very insecure before his lover. Very cute.

This story features a very lazy and pampered ML, but this is also used a tool to move the story forward. Well done.

Of course, no story is truly perfect, but I enjoyed this novel enough to give it 4.5 stars. It's somewhat of a wife-chasing type of novel without the drama. A lot of the things the MC says to ML just touched me. I can't really say when I read the words, "I missed you, " and truly felt the sincerity as a reader. Yeah, so I liked this one. <<less
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Mimipall
Mimipall
Jul 11, 2024
Status: Completed
I really don't understand why it has a low rating. Sometimes I give 5 stars to novels I think are actually 4, just cause the rating is too low, but this one - this is really 5 stars, the kind where I'd give 5.5 if it was possible.

Really cute. Love the MC, love the ML, their relationship is really cute. Plus the ML isn't a homophobe, it's pretty much just campus rumours and misinterpreted jokes at fault.
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Flipperz
Flipperz
Jul 06, 2024
Status: Completed
For anyone put off by h*mophobia, dont worry the MC doesnt have h*mophobia and doesnt discriminate against people.

Anyways regarding the story I just have to say that the writing deserves a solid 5 stars. Though there were many misunderstandings, mainly the fault of our MC delusions and the non reliable supporting evidence of the weibo in the story. I really loved the way MC pursued the ML and healed our ml's loneliness and trauma. Every time our ML backstory was mentioned I really wanted to tear up. Plus the extras... more>> are also all so cute. <<less
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sbob
sbob
Sep 14, 2024
Status: Completed
Cat Shou X Dog Gong. It's cute, but not my favourite dynamic. The fluff and teasing was fun but only works because gong kind of becomes s*upid in love, which isn't my preference.

The first half was mostly light brainless fluff. The misunderstandings were cute, but not that satisfying to create the heart twinge feeling; it was more like 'if they just talked to each other...' 'why are they being such idiots'. And like what another reviewer said, the falling in love part wasn't really nuanced, it was mostly ML falling... more>> for MC's beauty and linking it to his childhood sweetheart (which was a bit iffy to me), which isn't to my taste. I like a bit more substance when they fall in love.

In the later half when they reveal more about why the cat shou behaves the way he does, and the backstory's pretty convincing but not particularly emotionally engaging. But I liked how their different family backgrounds shaped their behaviour and attitudes and this was consistent throughout the novel, with some growth from both of them. The eventual face-slapping and OPness is also somewhat satisfying.

Wouldn't re-read, but it's alright for a light read. <<less
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