The Nutrition is Too Good - Chap 8

Zhong Yi realized that this boy was definitely not an ordinary person.

He had big ambitions at such a young age, and he has a beautiful face. His reactions were always a beat slower than others, and he always seemed serene and innocent.

Indeed, he was the type of person who could easily make others feel a little nervous.

However, upon their first meeting, he had been open and honest with him. Now, his relationship with the director was unclear, and he was starting to speak straightforwardly to him. Coupled with his perpetually serene face, he could be described as innocent and full of hidden intentions.

Looking at it this way, it was not surprising that Liu Yuanfeng, a middle-aged man with weak determination, had fallen for him. Even Zhong Yi had to admit that when he met the boy’s eyes just now and heard him compliment himself, he did feel a slight loss of control.

As a result, Zhong Yi remained silent for a while.

However, Rong Mian didn’t feel embarrassed about it.

Because in his world, all social interactions followed an extremely simple and straightforward pattern: praise what you like, don’t do what you dislike, and always try new things.

So Rong Mian lowered his eyes and continued curiously staring at the extinguished cigarette in his hand.

It was a very irritating thing. After inhaling, it made his chest feel like it was burning, but later on, it turned into a warm and complicated sensation.

Rong Mian was about to carefully smell the tobacco again when he heard Zhong Yi beside him say, “Give me back the cigarette.”

Rong Mian hesitated for a moment but ultimately returned the cigarette to Zhong Yi’s hand. Zhong Yi didn’t look at him and simply extinguished the cigarette.

Rong Mian sensed something and tilted his head, observing Zhong Yi for a while.

Then, he straightforwardly said, “You don’t like me.”

Zhong Yi remained noncommittal.

“But you’ve been keeping my secret,” Rong Mian said.

Zhong Yi replied, “If I promise something, I won’t go back on my word.”
The conversation seemed to flow smoothly, but in reality, the two of them were not on the same page at all.

Rong Mian was referring to the secret of being originally a cat, while Zhong Yi thought he was talking about the peculiar eating habits. Both of them were completely misunderstanding each other, yet they somehow ended up having this inexplicable conversation.

Zhong Yi threw the extinguished cigarette into the nearby trash can. He pinched his fingertips, exhaled, and decided to test if this kid was truly beyond redemption.

Zhong Yi asked him, “Why do you want to act?”

Rong Mian replied quickly.
“I enjoy acting the most, and I also want to earn money.”
“I have many things I want,” he said.

He was quite straightforward.
Zhong Yi thought.
“Yes, it is true that it is based on love, but ultimately, everyone wants to earn money.”

Zhong Yi began to tactfully lead the conversation back on track, “But in reality, when you dig deep down, everyone earns money for their family, for their loved ones to have a better life, for their parents…”

“My mom passed away.”

Rong Mian looked at him, somewhat confused, and said, “My dad had already disappeared before I was born.”

Zhong Yi choked up for a moment.
This is troublesome, he thought, why does it have to be another lonely and difficult life? It seems like he can’t make it sound too heavy.

“I didn’t mean to offend.”

Zhong Yi first expressed his apologies, pondered for a moment, and then brought the topic back on track, “Each action has consequences, so you shouldn’t disrupt other people’s families, okay?”

Rong Mian’s expression became increasingly puzzled, but when faced with words he couldn’t understand, he ultimately chose to remain quiet.

“Kid, listen to my advice, don’t get involved with Liu Yuanfeng.”

Zhong Yi finally said those words, taking a deep breath. “The situation between you two… Liu Yuanfeng has his own issues, but you also need to accumulate good deeds for your own future and for the well-being of the other families.”

Rong Mian felt that Zhong Yi appeared very serious.

He didn’t know how things had escalated to this point. He never expected that a private conversation with Liu Yuanfeng about a script would become so serious.

But scripts can be difficult to understand sometimes, and it’s challenging for animals to comprehend things from a human perspective.

Although Rong Mian had been living a normal life in human form for these years without any issues, thinking from a human perspective and conveying emotions to the audience in front of the screen still presented some difficulties.

So, Rong Mian truly felt uncomfortable throughout the filming of his first web series.

Because he could only substitute the heroine into food. When he had a crush, it was the cat strips that he dreamed of, when he was passionately in love, it was his favorite canned tuna, and when he broke up, it was the freeze-dried chicken that he was tired of eating.

Now Rong Mian’s acting skills have improved a lot, and the emotional line of this drama is lighter and the plot is heavier. Rong Mian thought it would be a lot easier, but he didn’t expect that it would still cause so many troubles.

Although Liu Yuanfeng and Rong Mian are not of the same race, in a certain sense, they can be considered similar, as their diets and thoughts have almost synchronized to a level no different from humans.

So Rong Mian believes that it would be safer to discuss the script with him before filming.

Rong Mian feels a bit conflicted.
He looks at Zhong Yi and whispers, “But if I don’t approach him, I…”

Zhong Yi is truly exhausted.
However, the boy’s face is really innocent, especially at this moment, his profile looks somewhat lost. He’s too young, and Zhong Yi always feels the need to lend him a hand.

Zhong Yi didn’t expect it to come to this point in the end.
“Weren’t you the one who wanted to be with me before?”

Zhong Yi meets his eyes and says, “Well, it’s not impossible.”

Rong Mian looks at him, his expression becoming blank.

“I won’t directly give you any resources or money.”

Zhong Yi understands and says, “But in return, I don’t need you to give anything either.”

“But as long as you promise me not to have any private contact with Liu Yuanfeng anymore, as long as you can behave properly.”

Zhong Yi says, “I can discuss the script with you every day, ensuring that this drama receives positive reviews and a stable reputation. I can teach you every word and every line, guiding you on how to perform this drama well and giving you the ability to earn money based on your own skills.”

“Liu Yuanfeng can only guarantee this drama for you, but I can guarantee your future.”

He says, “It’s up to you to decide.”

Rong Mian still doesn’t speak, and Zhong Yi feels his confidence growing.

“Of course, your acting itself is not a problem, it’s just a bit inexperienced. What’s lacking is the accumulation of experience and guidance from others.”

He starts to raise the stakes, “If you’re impatient and want to gain something right now, I can also help you gain some popularity on Weibo, but how to manage your relationship with fans, that will be the responsibility of your team.”

Zhong Yi feels that he has explained it quite clearly.

‘I won’t directly give money or resources, and you don’t have to take off your pants to perform talents. We are pure and innocent. As long as you behave properly and don’t harm anyone’s family, I will reluctantly be your teacher and teach you how to be a decent person, along with some real skills.’

Zhong Yi’s heartfelt intentions almost moved himself. He felt like he was truly a very good person.

“As for your special request…”

After considering for a moment, Zhong Yi continued, “If it’s not possible, during the time in the crew, you can have meals with me every day. I have a professional nutritionist who can help you arrange meals according to your taste.”

What Zhong Yi didn’t notice was that after he finished speaking, Rong Mian, who had been expressionless, blinked lightly and slowly looked at himself. “I have a good eye for judging people. You can become famous, only if you choose the right path.”

Zhong Yi leaned forward and tapped the milk carton in Rong Mian’s hand, then looked at him and said, “Liu Yuanfeng or me, you choose.”
The conversation ended, and Zhong Yi straightened up, crossing his legs on the wheelchair, and started looking at his phone.

He gave Rong Mian some time to think.

After scrolling through WeChat for a while, Zhong Yi couldn’t help but glance at Rong Mian from the corner of his eye. He watched as the boy across from him furrowed his brows, seemingly caught in a difficult decision.

“I have a question,” Rong Mian said.

Zhong Yi knew that this time he should have taken the bait.

His lips twitched, and he calmly shifted his gaze away from the phone, nodding his head. “Go ahead.”

“What dishes are included in the meals you provide?” Rong Mian asked earnestly.

*
By the time Rong Mian got on the car, it was already completely dark outside.

“Where were you just now?” Kong Sandou asked him. “I looked for you everywhere – oh, right, Uncle Yun said in the group chat that he wants to replace the chandelier in the shop. He posted the pictures in the group. Remember to cast your vote. I think the style in the second picture looks better…”

Rong Mian remained silent. Kong Sandou turned her head and saw him with his eyes closed, curled up against the car window, burying half of his face in the collar of his coat.

So she pondered for a moment and cheerfully replied in the group chat, “Rong Mian said he also likes the second one.”

Kong Sandou was used to it. After all, falling asleep anytime and anywhere could be considered one of Rong Mian’s personal traits.

Cats are generally lazy animals, but Rong Mian took this to the extreme.

During the time spent accompanying customers at the cat café, Rong Mian would occasionally extend his claws and lazily swipe at the teasing cat wand offered by customers. However, in most cases, his choice was to remain indifferent, facing away from the customers and falling asleep within ten seconds.

Lacking any sense of business spirit, he thereby continued to hold the title of “employee with the most negative service attitude” for several months.

Therefore, when everyone brainstormed to come up with a human name for him, the name “Rong Mian” won by overwhelming margin. It sounded pleasant to the ear, primarily because it carried profound meaning.

But at this moment, Rong Mian was not asleep; he simply didn’t want to speak.

His mind was in a mess, and Rong Mian could only recall in his heart, gradually sorting out the events that had just happened.

Although Zhong Yi didn’t particularly like his appearance, his intention just now was that he would bring delicious food for him every day and help him with acting, as long as he didn’t talk to Liu Yuanfeng.

Although Rong Mian still didn’t understand the connection between all of this and Liu Yuanfeng, from the perspective of a small animal, being able to share food and resources with someone who is not familiar and not expecting anything in return—

This was a kind of possessive and clearly friendly behavior.

So Rong Mian felt that he had figured it out.

Kong Sandou gulped down two sips of water when she suddenly heard some commotion beside her. She turned her head and realized that Rong Mian hadn’t been asleep at all. Rong Mian suddenly sat up straight, staring directly at her. Kong Sandou was startled, and the water got stuck in her throat.

“Sandou.”

Rong Mian’s eyes were bright, and Kong Sandou heard him say, “It seems like I’ve made a human friend.”

Author’s Note:

The little kitty doesn’t know what has happened; he is just happy to have made his first human friend who is willing to accompany him to eat.