I'm In A Shuraba Every Time I Open My Eyes: Chapter 21
ARC 1: FIRST BATTLEFIELD (21)
The woman only touched Chen Qingzhu's hand for a moment before pulling back and saying something to him.
Bai Xiyue didn't care what it was about. Che Qingzhu's cautious expression didn't seem like he was cheating.Please read this at onemachineshow.blogspot.com
She had already figured out a way to persuade this little milk dog.
This sudden appearance here didn't make a difference.
She had just resumed her steps towards them when someone bumped into her.
The man's apology caught Chen Qingzhu's attention.
"Xiyue." His eyes lit up as he waved at her.
"Let me introduce you. This is Sister Liu, an agent from Star Entertainment Media."
The woman's interest was peaked the moment she laid eyes on Bai Xiyue.
She was a very pretty layman with a decent temperament. If she was willing, she could go far in the entertainment industry.
As Chen Qingzhu introduced them, Bai Xiyue proactively extended her hand in greeting.
"Hello, I'm Bai Xiyue, Chen Qingzhu's older sister." Chen Qingzhu was taken aback, but he covered up his puzzled expression after receiving a meaningful look from her.
What followed was a dialogue between two established grownups.
Bai Xiyue learned that Chen Qingzhu won a singing contest at his school. Because his appearance and good acoustics, Sister Liu thought to offer him an opportunity to debut.
She met with him to discuss a record deal.
Compared to him, who knew next to nothing about the entertainment industry, Bai Xiyue had an insider's understanding. Because she knew the twists and turns, she did her best to help him negotiate his terms.
Of course, this kind of contract wouldn't be finalized over the meal. Once the talks were over, Sister Liu picked up her purse and left.
After her departure, Bai Xiyue sat opposite Chen Qingzhu.
"Do you want to enter the entertainment industry?"
"I want to be a good singer," he said. "If I can get famous, then my qualifications will definitely improve and I'll be able to offer you much more later on."
The young man's eyes had a trace of unbending determination.
Chen Qingzhu likes to sing. He wanted to hone his talent so he could garner wealth and dedicate everything to Bai Xiyue.
"Do you know why I introduced myself as your sister?"
Chen Qingzhu shook his head.
In fact, what he had wanted to do was to announce to everyone that this wonderful lady with a beautiful heart was his girlfriend.
"Because your agent wouldn't have wanted to hear about it."
Bai Xiyue knew that Chen Qingzhu was smart and so she didn't expand on the matter.
"Don't push yourself too much. If you don't want to, you don't have to do it. I hope you make your life decisions for yourself, not for others."
"Not even for you?"
"That's right," Bai Xiyue nodded as she said, "Not even me for me."
She watched the emotions swirling in his eyes.
"I don't need you to do anything for me."
Bai Xiyue was smiling with the appearance of someone comforting a younger lover when she was actually increasing the insecurities in his heart.
People tend to have an ego, especially men in particular.
If a man said this to a younger woman, it would be regarded as a sweet comfort, but if a woman said this to a younger man, he would probably feel pathetic.
Chen Qingzhu was a man with a strong sense of pride. This could be seen from how he didn't want any monetary compensation from the original owner, whether it was properties or expensive gifts. This was not a person who coveted riches.
Such people can feel more burdened by this kind of 'goodwill' from their lovers.
They will become suffocated by the implications and belittle themselves for their shortcomings.
"But I want to do a lot more for you. I'm more than happy to do all of it for you."
Bai Xiyue simply smiled at him then opened the lunch she had ordered to go.Please read this at onemachineshow.blogspot.com
"About your family..." Chen Qingzhu asked hesitantly.
"Oh, don't worry about that. They don't know who you are."
"They've been pushing me to break up with you, but that's my decision to make."
Bai Xiyue didn't look up as she said this nonchalantly.
"But we might not be able to see each other as often. My dad's not in good health, and I don't want to upset him."
Bai Xiyue was so used to lying that they just come out naturally.
"Don't worry, though. I won't just break up with you. Let me know if there's anything you need from me." The longer she talked like this, the more irritable and saddened he became.
No, he didn't want to hear such an answer.
"First, I'll rent a place for you next to the school, so it's more convenient. If you end up signing with that company, it'll be tough at first. You definitely won't get a car right away. Do you have a driver's license? I'll buy one for you. "
It's not like that. He doesn't want any of this.
Chen Qingzhu was feeling troubled. He didn't need Bai Xiyue to give him anything.
"What kind of car do you like? How about a Volkswagon?"
"I don't need them."
Chen Qingzhu curtly interrupted Bai Xiyue's words.
"But these are all useful. Qingzhu, don't be immature about this."
The dedicated Bai Xiyue played the role of a partner who had a generational gap betwen her younger lover. She made herself out to be as annoying as possible.
In fact, this would have backfired on her if it had been anyone else, but Chen Qingzhu wasn't the type to agree to her suggestion.
She wanted to corner him and make him feel upset.
"You think I'm being immature?"
Chen Qingzhu wanted to laugh. This was the first time she felt so unfamiliar to him.
But when he thought about it, she had always the one to dictate their rhythm. Does that mean he's only a child in her eyes?
Bai Xiyue's silence could be interpreted as affirmation.
At that moment, Chen Qingzhu felt as if his persistence was all a joke.
Is his insistence on wanting to be on equal footing with her in this relationship the ridiculous persistence of an immature child?
Feeling a bit worn out, Chen Qingzhu rubbed his eyebrows.
"I'm tired. I'll go back and rest."
Once he had said this, he got up and left in low spirits.
Bai Xiyue contentedly ate her lunch.
It's good for children to have dreams and ideals.
Had Chen Qingzhu been a more pragmatic person, she would not have used this trick on him.
If she had changed her mind back there, he would have undoubtedly been moved and used this instance to fuel his motivation. But does she need to do such a thing?
Of course not.Please read this at onemachineshow.blogspot.com
After enjoying her lunch, Bai Xiyue went to a car dealership.
She picked a relatively low-key vehicle and after paying the amount in full, she went through the regular procedures. Once she acquired a license plate and got the car washed, she set up an appointment to pick it up the next day. Then, she went home.
Everything went smoothly. The little milk dog was going be sorted out soon enough.
That afternoon, Shang Junzhuo invited her over to his house for dinner.
Bai Xiyue's back felt cold whenever she recalled what happened in the hospital before.
"I made sure to buy lamb. I plan to stew it with astragalus and dangshen1 to replenish your qi and blood."
Dr. Shang's voice sounded this soft and pleasant when he injected a sedative into her body.
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When Sister Yue bought a car...
Sister Yue: I'll buy you a car.
Little Milk Dog: You are insulting my love!
Jian Ning: Thank you, sugar daddy! I want model XX!
Little Milk Dog: Is this the dark side of society??!!
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