If things get awkward after that, he'd rather just stay as friends.
Because of this, Qi Yu passed away at the age of 17 without ever having dated anyone or even confessing his feelings.
"That's an easy request. But are you sure that's all you want? If you have any other wishes—things you'd like to change—just let me know. As long as it doesn't disturb the balance of this world, I'll grant it for you.""Really!? …Ah! Then, I want to be reborn in a world with magic and sword, and I want to have a decent amount of magical power! Also, I'd like the gender ratio to be around 8:2, and same-sex marriage should be accepted! A-And… this is kind of embarrassing to say, but… I want to be popular with men!"
Despite making such a request, Qi Yu had been completely normal in his past life.
However, as a fudanshi, he had often fantasized about experiencing a story like the ones he read.
However, in order to do that he had to have the right appearance first.
Up until now, such a dream was impossible due to his ordinary appearance, but since he was being given this opportunity, he decided to seize it.
In his past life, Qi Yu had enjoyed "plain-looking shou" characters as a trope, but when it came to real-life scenarios, he preferred seeing well-matched, attractive couples.
That was why he made such specific requests.
He know he's being selfish, but he want to be surrounded by handsome men!
And while he mostly just want to admire them, if he ever end up in the middle of it all, he'd rather be stunning by himself!
"Ah, so Qi Yu, you had those kinds of interests in your past life, huh?"
The deity's words made Qi Yu freeze in shock.
"Wha—!? You knew!?"
"Of course. The moment you died, all of that information became available to me."
So the deity had known everything from the start.
This is so embarrassing… But it's already out, so there's no point in hiding it.
"I see… Well, if I get to be reborn, I really want to be someone incredibly good-looking. I know I've made a lot of detailed requests, but please grant them!"
Qi Yu quickly bowed his head in an earnest plea.
Seeing this, the deity chuckled softly before saying, "Don't worry about it. If anything, I should apologize for not being able to help you before. These wishes of yours—consider them granted. I regret not being able to save you, and I truly want you to enjoy your next life to the fullest."
Qi Yu who is having regained some composure, admitted, "…Honestly, I still don't fully understand that I've died. Even now, it doesn't feel real, and accepting it isn't easy. But… if I can't change what's happened, then I want my next life to be as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible. Since you're being so generous about granting wishes, I thought I might as well indulge myself… Sorry if I asked for too much."