My partner likes pink

It was growing late when they reached their destination.

Jia Xin'an had booked the suit shop in advance, and there were no other customers inside.

The owner had been waiting in person and was already nodding off.

When the doorbell rang, he jolted upright. Seeing the two men enter, he immediately came forward with a cheerful smile.

"Young masters, you're finally here. Have a seat first-what would you like to drink?"

Wu Jiangyuan cut off his flattery. "No need. Let's make this quick."

"Come on, what do we do first?"

The owner's expression looked a little wounded, but he quickly recovered.

"The suits will be made overseas using exclusive fabrics. We just need to record all your measurements here first."

"The designer has been waiting for you. Which of you two... would like to go first?"

Pei Jinghe volunteered, "Let him go first."

Wu Jiangyuan didn't stand on ceremony and headed into the measuring room.

Over the next while, the designer, who also took the measurements, measured his chest, shoulder width, sleeve length, and other dimensions, finally settling on a cut he was satisfied with.

"Oh, right." Suddenly remembering something, Wu Jiangyuan discreetly pointed toward Pei Jinghe and asked the designer, "See that man outside?"

The designer answered dutifully, "Yes."

Wu Jiangyuan cleared his throat softly. "He's my partner. We're getting married soon."

The designer smiled. "Well, congratulations to you both."

Wu Jiangyuan asked, "Can you make a custom pink suit?"

"Yes." The designer hesitated a little. "But pink suits are usually ordered by Omegas, and you don't look like one."

"Not for me," Wu Jiangyuan said. "To tell you the truth, my partner... really likes pink."

The designer's eyes flickered. "Oh? You mean..."

Wu Jiangyuan said, "Yes. Please make him a pink suit. As for mine, the more mature it looks, the better."

"My partner likes pink, so let's go with his preference."

The designer said, "Of course. I'll ask your partner what shade of pink he likes in a moment."

"Please don't." Wu Jiangyuan motioned for him to keep quiet. "My partner is shy. He's far too embarrassed to admit to strangers that he likes pink. I'm planning to give him this as a surprise."

"So you absolutely have to keep this a secret for me, or it won't be a surprise anymore."

The designer understood. "Of course. You and your partner must be very much in love."

Wu Jiangyuan chuckled. "Yes, I just 'love' him to death."

He deliberately stressed the word "love," his alluring eyes brimming with tenderness. He really did look like a devoted man.

Wu Jiangyuan continued, "And as you can see, my partner is taller and more muscular than I am, so I hope you can make me look powerful. Otherwise, it'll really hurt my pride."

His words carried a deeper meaning. The designer quickly caught on and couldn't help glancing at Pei Jinghe through the glass before offering a heartfelt remark.

"It must be quite hard on your partner, being so tall."

With such a perfect build and height, who would've thought he was the bottom?

The designer's expression turned resolute. "Rest assured, I'll communicate your requirements to our overseas team. We'll definitely deliver something you're happy with."

Wu Jiangyuan was deeply grateful. "Thank you so much. You understand-this is the last shred of dignity a short top has."

Finally, Wu Jiangyuan specifically emphasized the need for secrecy, and the designer repeatedly assured him that his lips were sealed.

Only then did Wu Jiangyuan relax.

Once his measurements were finished, it was Pei Jinghe's turn.

Wu Jiangyuan didn't leave right away. Instead, he leaned against the doorway and watched them take the measurements.

Mostly, he was worried the designer might let something slip.

Pei Jinghe didn't mind either. Simply standing in front of the designer, he was a full head taller than him.

The sight made the designer feel thoroughly intimidated, and he inwardly lamented.

What a waste of such an alpha-like appearance and presence. Being a bottom was such a waste.

Pei Jinghe had no idea what he was thinking, but he noticed that someone's amused gaze kept lingering on him.

He turned his head and met Wu Jiangyuan's interest-filled, alluring eyes.

From what Pei Jinghe knew of him, the man was definitely plotting something bad.

All the measurements were finished.

The owner saw them to the door and specifically reminded them, "The first fitting will be in about a week. You'll need to come back then. Once we've finalized the fit, we can officially begin production and work on the details."

"If you're unhappy with the finished suits, we can alter them free of charge."

Wu Jiangyuan said, "All right, got it. Just message him when the time comes."

He pointed at Pei Jinghe.

Pei Jinghe said nothing, and the two of them left the suit shop together.

Once outside, Wu Jiangyuan felt unburdened.

He glanced at Pei Jinghe, who was still standing beside him. "Aren't you going back?"

Pei Jinghe lowered his eyes to look at him. "Where are you going?"

Wu Jiangyuan asked, "What? Are you that interested in my schedule, Young Master Pei?"

Ignoring his teasing, Pei Jinghe said, "I saw what people are saying about you online."

The mention of the online controversy made Wu Jiangyuan's temper flare.

"Enjoy the show? If it weren't for that Omega who drugged you, they wouldn't have anything on me."

Pei Jinghe said, "I've found that Omega. You can have him clear things up for you and confirm that nothing happened between you two that night."

Wu Jiangyuan thought he was talking bullshit. "Someone who'd drug another person would be kind enough to clear things up?"

Pei Jinghe suddenly said, "He's like you."

Wu Jiangyuan asked, "What?"

Pei Jinghe said, "He's in the entertainment industry too."

Wu Jiangyuan's expression turned strange. "What's his name?"

Pei Jinghe said, "Xi Jie."

Wu Jiangyuan said, "Never heard of him. Are you messing with me?"

If even he had never heard the name, the guy was probably some utterly obscure nobody.

"I'm not messing with you."

Pei Jinghe knew little about the entertainment industry. After thinking for a moment, he said, "To put it in your industry's terms, he's not as famous as you."

Wu Jiangyuan said, "..."

No shit. What decent celebrity got famous by being cursed out?

"I really haven't heard of this Xi Jie you're talking about. Does he have a stage name?"

Then Wu Jiangyuan quickly realized something. "Wait..."

"That Xi Jie drugged you, and you didn't do anything to him after finding out?"

Pei Jinghe's expression was cold and hard. "No."

Wu Jiangyuan immediately turned sarcastic. "Oh, so you let him off even after he drugged you? When we were kids, you fought me just because I broke a cup of yours."

"What? A trip abroad changed your whole personality?"

Pei Jinghe said, "..."

His expression gradually turned helpless.