Don’t Hide From Me!

Ye Yao found out that he was in love with his friend Lu Xun. They ate and slept together, were almost inseparable, and were each other’s best friends. From what he has learnt over the years, Lu Xun is a straight man of steel, and because of his good looks, he is very attractive to guys with a male s*xual orientation. Whenever such a person appeared, Lu Xun would cut them off without a second thought. Even if he was a good friend before, he would still blackball them without any hesitation, keeping them completely out of his world. To preserve this friendship, Ye Yao minimised the time he spent with Lu Xun, a relationship that should not have been discovered. Lu Xun wanted to travel alone with him, but he refused. Lu Xun wanted to take a bath with him, but he refused. Lu Xun wants to sleep with him, but he still refuses. …… Ye Yao managed to reduce his contact with Lu Xun, but one day, when he was alone at home, he was blocked by Lu Xun. The man who was always cheerful and sunny to him now had a horrible dark face and pinned him against the wall. “Hiding from me?” Lu Xun laughed coldly, “If you can’t give a proper reason …… you can’t blame me for following you every minute of every day.” Ye Yao confesses in part. He tells Lu Xun that he likes men, but does not say that he likes Lu Xun. Lu Xun, who shunned homosexuality like a snake, gave him exceptional treatment. Not only does he not stay away from him, he takes him to the movies and tries to straighten him out. “What’s so great about smelly, hard men, it’s disgusting.” Lu Xun put his arm around Ye Yao’s shoulders and pointed at the man working hard on the computer screen with one hand, saying to Ye Yao, “It’s hard and smelly, let’s not like men anymore, okay?” Ye Yao was silent for a moment: “You’re right about everything, but …… I’m the one down there.” Lu Xun was stunned, and then fled. Ye Yao thought his friendship with Lu Xun would end here, but at one of the social events, in the darkness, he was wrapped up in a familiar embrace. The usually casual voice was now full of anger: “How dare you let another man touch you?” ** Ye Yao finally understood. Lu Xun, who was straight, had become gay without Lu Xun knowing it himself. ———————– (The full novel translation can be read on Chrysanthemum Garden)

Original Publisher

jjwxc

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on Don’t Hide From Me! "Don’t Hide From Me!" promised a sweet, fluffy romance, and while it delivered on some fronts, I found myself wrestling with a few aspects of the story. This novel seems to be a real mixed bag, eliciting strong reactions from readers, both positive and negative. ### First Impressions The initial premise – a "straight" ML who's clearly head-over-heels for the MC, and an MC struggling with his own feelings – definitely grabbed my attention. The summary is accurate to the story. I was ready for some classic BL shenanigans and maybe a little bit of angst. ### What Works Well Many readers praised the intense devotion of Lu Xun, the male lead. His actions, even before realizing his feelings, scream "boyfriend material," and his commitment to Ye Yao is undeniable. I can see the appeal of a character who would do anything for his love, and I appreciate that the MC isn't a pushover. Ye Yao is portrayed as rational and level-headed, carefully considering the potential pitfalls of the relationship before diving in. Also, the parents of both MC and ML are supportive. ### Areas of Concern However, I found some of the critiques hard to ignore. The portrayal of Lu Xun's initial homophobia is a major sticking point. While the story attempts to explain it through his upbringing, I can see how it could be off-putting or even harmful to some readers. There are also concerns about the obsessive behavior exhibited by Lu Xun, with some interpreting it as yandere-esque, while others felt it was simply overbearing and not handled well. A few readers also mentioned that the side characters were bland and the plot was repetitive. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Some reviewers mentioned specific plot points that could spoil the experience for new readers. For example, the ML's initial homophobia, the extent of his obsessive behavior, and the resolution of their misunderstandings are all discussed in detail. Proceed with caution if you want to go in blind. ### Final Verdict "Don’t Hide From Me!" is a novel that seems to depend heavily on personal preference. If you're looking for a light, fluffy read with a devoted (though potentially problematic) ML and don't mind some questionable tropes, you might enjoy it. However, if you're sensitive to homophobia, stalking behavior, or dislike characters who are frustratingly dense, this might not be the novel for you. While it has its charms, I think it's important to approach it with realistic expectations.