Even an Orange Cat Can Win Over a Sick and Deaf Handsome Man

Fei Yan is a dedicated medical student on the verge of earning her doctorate when she is suddenly transmigrated into the body of an orange cat in an unfamiliar, snow-covered world. A robotic system named Thirteen informs her that she is part of the "Love Development Program" and must complete its tasks to regain her human form. The primary condition for her return is to make her designated target fall in love with her. Upon refusal, the system threatens to permanently transform her into a pig, forcing her compliance. Her first task requires her to identify this target within the time it takes for an incense stick to burn. In her panic, she leaps into the arms of a handsome, pale man named Chen Miansheng, who is being shunned by locals due to his poor health and apparent deafness. Fei Yan selects him as her target, and the system confirms the choice, granting her one point of affection.

Chen Miansheng, who runs a modest apothecary called Tong Yao Hall in a remote town, takes the stray cat home, naming her Little Orange. Fei Yan quickly discovers that Chen Miansheng is not merely sickly but suffers from chronic bronchitis and acquired deafness. Despite her feline form limiting her ability to practice medicine directly, her medical knowledge drives her to investigate his condition. She observes his symptoms and the ineffective herbal remedies he consumes, realizing that his current treatment is insufficient for his chronic illness. Meanwhile, she navigates the challenges of cat life, including an aversion to baths and a mischievous incident where she accidentally destroys a valuable book and makes a mess of the woodshed in search of food. Chen Miansheng responds to her clumsiness with patience and kindness, never showing anger despite the chaos she causes.

As Fei Yan integrates into Chen Miansheng’s life, she witnesses his generosity toward the town’s poorer residents, such as allowing a fisherman to run a tab on medicine. This contrasts sharply with the gossip and disdain she overhears from other townspeople who mock Chen Miansheng’s disability and isolation. Fei Yan becomes fiercely protective of him, hissing at those who speak ill of his character. The system provides her with attributes to aid her mission, including the "Siren’s Three Sentences," which allows her to speak human words three times a day, though initially limited to single words. This ability becomes a crucial tool for communication, especially when she needs to convey urgent messages or express her growing attachment to her host.

A significant turning point occurs when Fei Yan finds Chen Miansheng’s old medical prescriptions and identifies the specific nature of his illness. She realizes that his deafness may also be treatable with the correct medical intervention. In a moment of resolve, she uses her three sentences to tell him, "You. Can. Trust." This cryptic message leaves Chen Miansheng puzzled but deeply moved, as he senses a profound sincerity in the cat’s eyes. He begins to view Little Orange not just as a pet but as a unique companion who understands him on a deeper level. Their bond strengthens through daily interactions, including shared meals, walks in the snow, and quiet moments in the apothecary.

The story progresses with Fei Yan determined to cure Chen Miansheng’s ailments while simultaneously increasing his affection for her. She uses her knowledge of herbs and medicine to subtly influence his treatment, though she must do so without revealing her human intelligence. Chen Miansheng’s gentle nature and the care he provides Fei Yan create a foundation of mutual trust and affection. As the system tracks her progress, Fei Yan finds herself genuinely caring for Chen Miansheng beyond her initial goal of returning home. The narrative sets the stage for her to use her medical expertise to heal him, thereby fulfilling the program’s requirements while forging a genuine emotional connection in this new world.