Secretly, Secretly; But Unable to Hide It

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The year she was thirteen, Sang Zhi liked a man. The man appeared cold and lazy, and spoke carelessly. He would often come over to her home, nestled in her brother’s room playing games the entire afternoon.

When he occasionally sees her bringing fruits in, he would merely lift his eyelids indifferently and smile like a villain, “Kid, what’s the matter? You blush as soon as you see Gege.”

—–This novel narrates the story of the young Sang Zhi and Duan Jia Xu. Sang Zhi gets to know Duan Jia Xu, who is seven years older than her, through her Ge Ge (Older brother, 桑延).

During their several interactions, Sang Zhi starts to develop a crush on Duan Jia Xu. It happens from a young age till she becomes an adult. After graduation, Duan Jia Xu goes home and works hard. They cut down their contact.

Sang Zhi and Duan Jia Xu begin to contact each other again after Sang Zhi attends the university in the city he is in. In their day by day intimate and close interaction, Sang Zhi notices the source of Duan Jia Xu’s burdens. With Sang Zhi’s companionship, Duan Jia Xu also starts to let it go, he starts to have new relationship with her.

Associated Names
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Hidden Love (Drama) (Manhua)
My Secret Crush
แอบรักให้เธอรู้
偷偷藏不住
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clxndestinely
clxndestinely
October 30, 2021
Status: Completed
It’s warm, it’s simple, it’s sweet. I love them, darn it.
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Mikodami
Mikodami rated it
September 29, 2021
Status: Completed
Beside the fact that it follows the standard tropes of Chinese novels (the main characters are the prettiest, smartest and nicest people around), the story is lovely and has quite a new touch. If only the translation wasn't that bad.

Of course it's still better to be able to read it in low quality than not to read it at all.
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everylittleflowers
everylittleflowers rated it
September 16, 2021
Status: Completed
I love this so much!! The story is so sweet and the ML is probably the best ML ever <3
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kylieeeee
kylieeeee rated it
August 30, 2021
Status: c85
I love this book so much. I wouldn't say it's my first time reading a Chinese novel since previously I read some that's under webnovel app. What I would conclude is that this novel is really worth the time. I love how shameless the guy is HAHAHHA and also he's so hot jeezzzz. I need a man like the ML to exist in real life and be my bf huhuhu. This novel is making me feel my singleness HAHAHA. Anyways I would conclude that this book is super good. I... more>> originally came here cause I just finished watching Our secret that's a drama that was based on a novel so I am here to read novels that has the same kinda youth feeling and I found this. I am so glad hehe. I registered an account just to write a review for this book HAHA <<less
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Quuvi0312
Quuvi0312 rated it
August 29, 2021
Status: --
THE BEST romance CN I've ever read. It's beautiful and heartwarming. The relationship of the siblings is hilarious as well. Both Sang Zhi and her brother are so funny.

The only problem is the translation. It's a bit wacky but it's still understandable.
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Fiiona
Fiiona rated it
August 12, 2021
Status: --
I feel like this is the best CN modern I have read right now.

The ML is top quality, he is just like my ideal type. And FL is the best FL I have seen in CN novels. She is confident, savage and doesn’t waver in her decision.

Also love the relationship between FL and her brother and his square group friends. Overall, this was probably the best Novel I read. I will come and read this again, when I completely forget the plot TwT
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ravlyn
ravlyn rated it
July 27, 2021
Status: Completed
so good. The characters are witty and funny, and I really enjoyed the main leads' interactions. It's clear that ML only saw FL as a younger sister but later changed his view on her after spending more time with her adult self. The plot is extremely well written, and it leaves you feeling warm yet it's also realistic, though I do suggest the TL can be better with an editor. There's no long-winded drama, except for the part where we are introduced to the ML's past, and it was done... more>> really nicely that it did not take up the majority of the plot.
all in all, a really good novel that now has a manhua adaption!! <<less
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nagpal
nagpal rated it
July 14, 2021
Status: --
Rating: 3.5

The best thing about this is the female lead I particularly enjoyed the who one sided crush aspect of the story when she was young cause she is female lead who actually has some character does a good job of showing her character through the story rather than repeatedly telling me. So it is interesting to explore the feelings of a crus through her.

The male lead is definitely one you feel you have seen in some cnovel or the other, though the author establishes he never had any feeling... more>> for our female lead when they were young, but his liking for her starts almost as soon as they meet again so I feel like you should skip if stuff like this easily triggers you.

The biggest fault is it drones on and then the desire to read through the last leg of chapter drops. <<less
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SqueakyClock
SqueakyClock rated it
July 9, 2021
Status: Completed
Definitely a 5 star!

If you want a fluffy but realistic story (yes, without dog blood show), this one is recommended! Well written and the transitions are great.

Man, that nan hu li jing just captured my heart.

I love how feisty the FL is and how shameless the ML is. Worth the read.

And yes, let us not forget how well written that brother was. A typical one - 'I am the only one allowed to bully my mei mei'.

Will re-read this again. 🙌🏻 Thank you!!!! 💕
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kulinger
kulinger rated it
July 3, 2021
Status: Completed
An absolutely amazing read. To be honest, the translation quality is a mess, but the story itself pushes me to give it a 4.8 star rating (but I'll round it up to 5). Try it out and you might not disagree with me.

The story, as most reviews agree, is very realistic which makes it very easy to absorb yourself into. No fantasy or diabolical plot-twists but more of a relatable scenario.

Great pacing as the MC develops feelings for the ML and vice-versa. Don't worry, because when the MC is still... more>> a young girl, the ML does not have any interest or take action so there isn't any kind of p*dophilia.

Filled with enough fluff to support my daily needs, you won't want to stop halfway. <<less
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Code G
Code G rated it
July 1, 2021
Status: Completed
I like how the story tarted and how it ended, there was never a dull moment while reading this book. There's a lot of fluffy moment and there are parts that I wanted to cry, I just simply feel their struggles in life so real. Another unique story to read one of my favorite.
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jkhighnote
jkhighnote
June 30, 2021
Status: --
I don't get why this doesn't have so many reviews. This is such a cute fluff story yet so realistic.

Every character is perfect. The FL is sassy, smart, and she always gives funny excuses. The ML is such a gentle and shameless. I also love every interaction between the FL, her brother, and her brother's friends.

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the best part is when she got her first period so sang yan and djx have to buy her pads and new clothes😂

After all the story is really worth to read! Don't hesitate to read it because you'll get addicted in every chapter. It's not boring at all❤ <<less
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silentkira
silentkira rated it
June 27, 2021
Status: Completed
Wtf, why is this so good? And the extras are great! Especially extra5, so freaking funny 🤣. I love the journey of their love. Fight for it!
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amelyn95
amelyn95 rated it
June 9, 2021
Status: extra 5
Sang Zhi and Sang Yan interaction made me laugh so much! I love how realistic their interactions are. Typical siblings love hate relationship lol

And Duan is such an amazing person. He was forced to grew up early because of what happened, and he still managed to be an amazing and understanding adult.

About the translations, there were many mistakes and the wrong pronounces always made me reread lol. But the effort is amazing and I still enjoy what I read. So thank you TL!
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imdemeterZ
imdemeterZ rated it
April 12, 2021
Status: Completed
This novel is soooo good! The beginning and the process of their development are the scenes that I want to read in a novel. Their cheesy moments are just enough to satisfy me, its not dragging to the point that it makes me cringe. The ending is too sudden but I think it's good enough to let the novel end the way it is.

ADDED TO RE-READ later list!
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suudere
suudere rated it
April 4, 2021
Status: Completed
I absolutely LOVE this story. I've reread it countless times. It's a GEM.

The plot is well thought out from start to finish, it may seems slow at the beginning because it's about her childhood but it is crucial to understand how she started to develop feelings for him and how it hurt her.

FL is brave sensible and beautiful, she knows when to be spoiled and knows when she needs to step up and comfort her man or protect him. She's amazing.

ML is loyal caring and a flirt at the same... more>> time, he is like the perfect ML in my opinion. He spoils and cares for FL since the beginning, even if it was not romantic love, he remembered every milestone of her and took the time to pamper her. Later on, when it turned to romantic love, he always put her first, he's patient all the time and I loved that.

Their interactions thought out the story are super fun and cute and I loved out loud countless times even after having reread it many times. The way ML teases FL is just hilarious.

Moreover, every character in this story is realistic, her older overprotective brother, her parents not agreeing with their relationship, even the girl who made ML's life impossible felt real and relatable.

Overall, amazing read, lots of laughs, also some angst, but most of it is full of kind hearted love. <<less
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Pikiliu
Pikiliu rated it
January 9, 2021
Status: Completed
This was a good read, the characters are funny and relatable. It’s a short read (85 chaps) in my opinion but so heartwarming and fulfilling. It’s a novel you would reread.
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Zavira
Zavira rated it
January 6, 2021
Status: Completed
HIDDEN! GEM!

The characters is fleshed-out, really humane, and realistic. The leads are lovable, cute yet mature. And the plot? Once you read it you can take it off! I mean, just look at other reviews :)

Hats off for the author and translator!
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