Fiber optic network, near-top-of-the-line computer configuration, elegant and quiet environment—even the best internet cafes in K City don't have these conditions!
But today, Chen Xiao was stunned as soon as he stepped into the library lobby!
So many people?!
The library, which is usually so quiet you could throw a bomb and it wouldn't even hit anyone, was more than half full today! And, at a glance, 99% of the occupants were boys!
The atmosphere was a bit strange...
When Chen Xiao walked in, he noticed that most of the boys were casually holding some book in their hands, absentmindedly finding a seat to sit down, but it was obvious that their attention was not on the book at all.
As Chen Xiao walked along, she noticed that many boys were subtly or unintentionally glancing towards the northwest corner of the stadium...
The seating arrangement was also basically fan-shaped, centered on the northwest corner. These wealthy young men, who never normally frequented the library, were all bewitched by some unknown force.
Chen Xiao was disappointed to see that his favorite seat had already been taken. But then, he immediately understood!
At a long table near the window in the northwest corner, a girl sat quietly. Almost all the surrounding seats were occupied, yet this particular table, located furthest inside, held only one girl. The boys' prying eyes were clearly focused on her!
Chen Xiao was stunned when he saw the girl's appearance.
Chapter Twenty-Nine of the Main Text [Challenging the Venue, Showing Off]
Sunlight streamed in through the floor-to-ceiling windows, falling evenly on the girl's face. Her profile was incredibly soft, and her expression was serene. Her long hair was casually tied into a slightly askew ponytail, giving her a refreshing yet playful look.
On the table in front of her is a classic white Apple laptop, the "white" model that girls love most—of course, the one in front of this girl is a more expensive limited edition.
The girl sat there quietly, resting her chin on her hand. Although only her profile was visible, it was enough to make all the men in the room hold their breath!
Flowers are for beauty, the moon is for spirit!
Ordinary beauties are beautiful, but this girl's beauty is so ethereal and otherworldly! It's precisely this charm that attracts so many boys to the library!
But in Chen Xiao's eyes, his expression first froze, and then became full of surprise!
Simply because he actually knew this girl!
It was that "phoenix" who had left him feeling quite distraught for a while yesterday.
For some reason, all the young masters and noblemen around were staring longingly at Phoenix, some even drooling, but no one dared to approach her.
Chen Xiao frowned, a faint bitterness rising in his heart, but suddenly he gritted his teeth, and for a moment he didn't know where the determination came from, he raised his head and strode towards Phoenix.
As he walked past the crowd, he immediately attracted many surprised glances, with many boys exclaiming: "Another one going up to his death..."
But after more people recognized Chen Xiao, they showed a dismissive expression: Hmph, just because he's a down-on-his-luck kid?
Chen Xiao walked directly to the opposite side of Phoenix and greeted her with a smile, "Hello."
Phoenix raised her head and glanced at Chen Xiao indifferently. She seemed to frown slightly, but her voice remained polite: "Hello."
"I didn't expect to see you again so soon." Chen Xiao sat down. Phoenix's eyes were a little strange. She looked at Chen Xiao deeply, and her eyes seemed a little cold.
Chen Xiao opened his backpack and took something out...
The boys around him stared intently, and when they realized that Chen Xiao had only pulled out a piece of Extra gum, they couldn't help but laugh mockingly.
Hmph... You arrogant brat! Just now, several people went up to her with flowers and expensive gifts, and she rejected them all. You, with just a bottle of chewing gum, think you can pick her up? Are you desperate for money?
"Although it's a day late," Chen Xiao smiled, his smile genuine, "I still want to say: Happy Birthday."
A strange light flashed in the phoenix's eyes.
Chen Xiao slowly pushed the chewing gum towards him: "This is yours."
Phoenix had a slight smile in her eyes as she curiously looked Chen Xiao over before slowly speaking.
Her voice was still as gentle and melodious as a nightingale's, but the content she spoke...
"Who are you? How did you know it was my birthday yesterday?"
"Huh?" Chen Xiao was taken aback, looking into Phoenix's eyes—was this girl playing a trick on him again? He had fully experienced this girl's penchant for pranks yesterday.
Before Chen Xiao could speak again, Phoenix's face turned cold, and her previously gentle eyes became somewhat displeased. She said coldly, "I don't care who you are, but you've certainly gone to great lengths. I bet you went to the school to check my registration information to find out my birthday." She slowly closed the laptop in front of her, her gaze towards Chen Xiao clearly dismissive: "Is there anything else?"
"Uh..." Chen Xiao touched his nose and said with a wry smile, "Phoenix Girl, I didn't mean anything by it, I just came to say hello."
"Phoenix?" The girl chuckled, but then looked at Chen Xiao with a serious expression. Her bright eyes seemed unfamiliar to Chen Xiao. "This name... it's really amazing that you could come up with it. But, my friend, don't you think using such a corny method to pick up girls is outdated?"
"You're really not a phoenix?" Chen Xiao was stunned, but he really couldn't believe it—where in the world could someone look so alike? Even twins would have some differences in appearance.
In fact, ever since meeting Phoenix last night, Chen Xiao's heart felt as if it had been breached by that charming and beautiful woman. The memory of her last glance before she left was already deeply etched into his mind. Chen Xiao was very confident in his memory; he was certain he couldn't have remembered it wrong.
But……
"You're not a phoenix?" Chen Xiao frowned, and couldn't help but ask again, "Do you know what I'm thinking right now?" — Phoenixes can read minds!
"I'm sorry, I have absolutely no interest in what you're thinking. Nor do I have any interest in someone like you who casually flirts with girls in public." The girl's voice was calm; although her words were quite impolite, they somehow managed to evoke no anger in anyone.
"You're not called Phoenix?" Chen Xiao thought the other person was playing a prank on him: "Then what's your name?"
The girl glanced at Chen Xiao: "You can find my birth information, how could you not know my name? I don't like talking to hypocritical people."
She had already stood up, clutching her small white Apple laptop to her chest, and glanced at Chen Xiao: "Looks like I can't continue reading here. Goodbye."
After she finished speaking, a faint fragrance wafted past Chen Xiao, and the girl gracefully departed—Chen Xiao felt lost again.
Even their walking posture is so similar! Apart from Phoenix, Chen Xiao has never seen any girl who walks so gracefully.