Chen Jiashu responded instinctively.
The moment he did, he regretted it. What was he agreeing to so casually?!
What if Han Ziqing misunderstood and thought he had that kind of intention?!
Just as he was about to explain, Han Ziqing said, "Same-sex couples aren't allowed to get marriage certificates in China right now."
An inexplicable flicker of disappointment passed through Chen Jiashu's eyes, but he quickly forced out a bitter smile. "I know."
Being able to stay by Han Ziqing's side, having a job, connections, and resources—
That was already more than enough. What more could he possibly hope for?
Han Ziqing liked him now and brought him along to meet his friends, introducing him to them.
"But I know you can register in Hong Kong. We can get one too." Han Ziqing's low, husky voice filled the car.
Chen Jiashu froze for a moment.
He stared blankly at Han Ziqing, never expecting him to say that.
"I... I didn't mean that..." Chen Jiashu hurriedly waved his hands, afraid Han Ziqing would misunderstand and think he was trying to gain status and demand a proper title.
Han Ziqing said, "That's what I mean."
Chen Jiashu said, "?"
Huh???
He suddenly could not understand anymore and looked at Han Ziqing with confusion written all over his face.
Han Ziqing explained, "For the rest of my life, I only want to be with you. We can get married and hold a wedding."
Chen Jiashu was completely stunned now. He had never expected things to take such a sudden turn.
For a moment, he did not know how to respond.
The entire drive back to the villa was rather quiet.
It was not until they got out of the car that Han Ziqing took Chen Jiashu's hand and led him inside.
Seeing his