Seeing that she was finally looking at him properly, Cheng Qing smiled and said, "I'd like you to come with me, is that alright?"
Losi's breath hitched. She glared at Cheng Qing for three seconds, then said fiercely, "Do you expect me to be magnanimous and not hold a grudge against a petty person?"
Cheng Qing smiled brightly, took a step back, clasped his hands and bowed, and said loudly, "I know I was wrong."
Luo Xi was taken aback. She looked down at Cheng Qing, who was still bowing, and saw his smiling eyes looking up at her. Finally, she calmed down and said, "Then I'll reluctantly go with you."
Cheng Qing stood up, took her hand, and said, "It's my honor."
Losi's anger vanished without a trace, her face flushed, as Cheng Qing pulled her out the door.
***
Cheng Rong watched the live stream and, upon seeing this scene, immediately exclaimed, "Wow!"
Then he sent a message to Cheng Qing: Sister, have you been in seclusion these past few years cultivating your skills?
Cheng Qing replied: (^v^)
Cheng Rong: ...
***
Lin Lan was also watching the live stream at the same time. When she saw Cheng Qing on the screen, who was so carefree and glib, she opened her mouth slightly.
Can a person change to this extent in just a few years?
But is this a matter of change? Introverts become extroverts, taciturns become eloquent, and simple and unassuming people become talkative and self-assured.
This is like a completely different person!!!
Author's Note:
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Chapter 88
The sky was a bit gloomy today; the sun would come out and then be covered by dark clouds for a short while.
Even with the sun shining brightly, the temperature wasn't very high.
You can't go out without preparing too few things. The convenience store across the street usually only sells small odds and ends. The items can't compare to those in a warehouse-style supermarket, but Cheng Qing's requirements aren't high. Even if there's just a piece of toast, she can make a sandwich herself.
As soon as Luo Xi and her companion entered, the proprietress, who had been sitting behind the glass counter looking at her phone, instantly became excited. The proprietress appeared to be around 40 years old, slightly plump, and while her clothes weren't particularly fashionable, they were tasteful.
Upon seeing Cheng Qing and Luo Xi, he immediately turned off his phone with a broad smile.
"Isn't that the big star who lives across the street?"
Cheng Qing smiled politely and said, "Don't say that, sister. I'm just an ordinary person."
The boss waved his hand and said, "Oh, don't be so polite. Anyone who's on TV is a big star." Cheng Qing smiled and didn't insist on refuting him.
The shop owner then looked at Losi and said, "My daughter loves watching your TV shows. Could you please sign an autograph, you big star?"
Without hesitation, Losi replied, "Sure."
Upon hearing this, the shop owner was even more delighted, his smile becoming even brighter. He turned around and rummaged through the wooden table behind the glass cabinet, soon finding a fairly well-made A4 notebook and a black pen.
The shopkeeper laid the notebook flat on the glass cabinet, put the pen aside, and said, "Thank you for your help, big star."
Losi stepped forward, picked up a pen, and began to sign her name.
Cheng Qing stood beside her, tilting her head slightly as she watched her sign her name. Luo Xi's signature was also practiced; from the first stroke to the final finishing touch, it was flowing and graceful in one go.
After signing, he turned to look at Cheng Qing, who was standing right in front of him, and gave a smug smile.
Cheng Qing was taken aback for a moment, then immediately smiled and praised her, "You signed it so beautifully."
Rossi's smile grew even more smug as she turned her head, her eyes sparkling, dark as starlight in the night.
Seeing her smug, proud little face, Cheng Qing smiled indulgently.
Seeing this, the shop owner handed the pen to Cheng Qing and said, "You can sign one too!"
Cheng Qing was surprised and hesitated: "Me? I'm not a celebrity."
The boss smiled and said, "Sure, sure."
Seeing her enthusiasm, Cheng Qing didn't refuse anymore. He took the pen and signed his name in a swift, flowing hand on the next page of Luo Xi's book.
That free and easy signature style makes you think it's some big star!
Luo Xi stared, mesmerized, finding the handwriting truly beautiful. Unlike herself, who had a signature designed and then diligently studied the stroke order. Like the man from Handan who tried to imitate the way people walked, she only grasped the superficial aspects, finding it aesthetically pleasing at first glance. This required careful observation, yet lacked any real substance.
But Cheng Qing is different; she knows where to emphasize and where to lighten the pressure, and even with just a ballpoint pen, she writes with the feel of a calligraphy brush.
What I saw in her name was a spirit that I lacked.
Thinking of the guy's insincere praise just now, Losi's lips twitched.
[Ahhhhh, that hand holding the pen looks so beautiful!!!]
【Distinct joints (#^.^#)】
Wow! This is so beautiful!
I've already proven that Professor Cheng is an all-rounder.
[A new fan upstairs? Even Teacher Cheng has her Achilles' heel.]
Does this mean she's as old-fashioned as CEO Li?
[Hahahaha, is it okay for you to make fun of Teacher Cheng like this?]
[Let Teacher Cheng come and bite me if you dare!!!]
[You're dreaming! Teacher Cheng is a princess, no one can take her away!!! They should just get married right now!!!]
The comments section erupted in screams because of Cheng Qing's signature.
After Cheng Qing finished signing, his gaze fell on Luo Xi.
Losi sensed her gaze, quickly turned her head away, and spat out two words: "Hypocrite!"
Cheng Qing wasn't angry. She smiled slightly, glanced down at the notebook, and drew a heart between her own and Luo Xi's names.
Cheng Qing (Xin) Luo Xi
Lossie's ears twitched slightly as she heard the rustling sound of writing. After a while, she couldn't help but secretly shift her gaze over.
At a glance, Luo Xi noticed the black heart Cheng Qing was drawing; Cheng Qing was currently filling it in with black ink. Luo Xi was startled, her gaze shifting upwards, and naturally she saw Cheng Qing intently drawing a heart.
Her gaze was focused intently on him, and although her face was expressionless, Rossi felt that she was so cool at that moment that it made his heart race.
After Cheng Qing finished writing, she glanced at Luo Xi with a smile. Seeing that Luo Xi was no longer arrogant, Cheng Qing closed the notebook and handed it to the boss, saying, "Here you go."
The boss was still a little stunned, and when he took it, he just thanked him blankly.
[Hmm? What did Teacher Cheng write?]
[That lousy photographer!!! He deserves a bonus! Why did he move the camera away at such a crucial moment?!]
[Exactly! Although the image of Losi watching Teacher Cheng write is beautiful, what exactly did Teacher Cheng write?!]
[(*￣︶￣) So annoying.]
[Fundraising! Fundraising! Fundraising! I need to find this town! I need to find this landlady!!!]
[Seconded +1]
+2
+3
+10086
[+ID number]
After signing her name, Cheng Qing turned to look at the shelves opposite the glass cabinet. There weren't many shelves here, just three rows, each about 4 meters long.
The row against the wall is full of various beverages and dairy drinks, followed by snacks and condiments.
At the end, there was a tabletop shelf filled with all sorts of off-brand breads.
Cheng Qing rummaged through the pile of bread and found two packs of toast and a box of mung bean cakes. Then she went to the snack section and bought some snacks, followed by ham, ketchup, and so on. Of course, she didn't forget the various drinks that are essential for a picnic.
When they came out of the grocery store, both Luo Xi and Cheng Qing were carrying a lot of things.
The two stood by the roadside waiting for a van to pass by. They stood side by side, and a gentle breeze blew by, bringing a touch of coolness to the gloomy weather and finally driving away the warmth brought by the sun.
After the car passed, Cheng Qing was about to lead Luo Xi to the other side when the boss behind her suddenly called out, "Wait."
The two paused, stopped, and turned to look at the shop owner, puzzled.
The shopkeeper laughed and tossed out a bag of candy. Cheng Qing was only puzzled for a moment before reaching out and catching the bag of candy in mid-air.
She glanced at the candy, completely stunned, and stared blankly at the shopkeeper, asking, "What's this?"
The shop owner smiled broadly: "We just happened to have one pack of wedding candy left, so you can have it."
Cheng Qing didn't understand and said blankly, "Huh? Th-thank you!"
Hahaha, look how scared Teacher Cheng is, he's completely stunned.
[(Laughing and crying) I'm totally confused! Hahaha, why are they sending wedding candy out of the blue?]
[Of course, it's because our Teacher Cheng and the princess are so popular!]
"Young man, you're not brave enough. Here's some candy to give you courage. Sometimes it's better to tell her yourself than to write it down. I think she's quite interested, don't you think?"
Cheng Qing froze, staring blankly at the shop owner: "..."
Wow!
Wow!
Wow!
Wow!
[Keep in formation downstairs, wow!]
"Hahahaha, trust my old man's judgment, he won't be wrong."