Born in a Cocoon

One is a sharp, domineering business tycoon.
The other, a gentle yet fussy commercial director with a scholar’s grace.

One acts cold and aloof, pretending not to care.
The other, secretly yearning, flirts and stirs trouble.

Du Jianyou: I like you.
Tang He: Can’t we just stay friends?

Du Jianyou: Let’s walk this path together.
Tang He: I can’t promise you a future.

Du Jianyou: I’ll give you the happiness you want.
Tang He: I’m not sure if what I want… is you.

Du Jianyou: We only meet again after saying goodbye.
Tang He: Goodbye. Goodbye. Goodbye.

And then… they never met again.

Tang He: “You liar, you tricked me.”
Du Jianyou: “You fool, I love you.”

Main CP: Tang He x Du Jianyou
Side CP: Lin Yan x Ji Ran

Keywords: Urban Workplace, Second Chances / Lovers Reunited, Modern Setting, Deeply Angsty Romance

T/N: The title《縛繭而生》“Born in a Cocoon,” symbolizes being trapped or confined—like a silkworm bound in its cocoon—but ultimately emerging stronger, transformed. It reflects a journey of emotional struggle, growth, and eventual rebirth through pain or suppression.

Translator’s Note

Hello, dear readers! 🌸
Welcome to the English translation Born in a Cocoon—a heart-wrenching yet tender BL novel filled with emotional tension, second chances, and unexpected vulnerability. I’m thrilled to share this story with you, and I hope you enjoy the journey between Tang He and Du Jianyou as much as I do.

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