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Jiang Lingâer earnestly stated, âIf two people get together solely because of fear or missing out, it would mean that the two arenât compatible.â
Su Qi was speechless.
He smiled and remained silent, thinking that Jiang Lingâer was right.
âWhy overthink it?â Qiu Yang asked.
Jiang Lingâer elegantly took a sip of her juice and then explained, âPeople need to take responsibility for themselves. If you canât commit, donât make empty promises, especially in matters of the heart. You should never approach many things, particularly relationships, with a casual attitude.â
Jiang Lingâerâs concise words made Qiu Yang feel somewhat guilty. He used to think that while he was young, he should date several girlfriends casually, believing it wasnât a big deal.
Qiu Yang argued, âBut people nowadays date without necessarily planning to get married. Youâre thinking too far ahead. This might be too exhausting. Youâre guarding yourself like a precious gem for someone who might not even be a good catch.â
Jiang Lingâer smiled and said, âRemember, the sweetest things can also be the most dangerous, right?â
After pondering for a moment, Qiu Yang asked, âWhat if you discover that the person you truly cared for is a bad guy, but youâve already given them your most precious asset? What do you do then?â
Jiang Lingâer replied directly, âCut your losses in time.â
Su Qi chimed in, âIs it really that easy?â
Jiang Lingâer continued, âThatâs why, until youâre truly prepared, you shouldnât dabble in matters of the heart.â
Su Qi fell into silent contemplation.
Wen Nuan suggested, âLetâs stop talking about this and eat. Weâre going shopping soon. Are you two coming?â
Qiu Yang replied, âWeâll pass. Shopping with girls is really a challenge.â
Wen Nuan gazed at Jiang Lingâer and asked, âLingâer, do you think Li Yu will actually come with us?â
Jiang Lingâer chuckled, saying, âYou donât really believe he has the time for that, do you?â
Wen Nuan, with a knowing look, teased, âOh, Lingâer, how you know him so well, that you know he doesnât have time?â
Jiang Lingâer sighed in exasperation. âIs this considered knowing him well? Isnât it obvious?â
Wen Nuan responded, âI canât see that heâs too busy. In fact, it seems like heâs really into you. Maybe heâll actually come along.â
Jiang Lingâer couldnât help but express her frustration. âWhy do you think heâs into me? Your eyes⦠Forget it, talking about it wonât change anything.â
Curious about Qiu Yang and Su Qi staring at her, Jiang Lingâer asked, âWhy are you two looking at me like this? Is there something on my face?â
Qiu Yang said earnestly, âJiang Lingâer, has anyone ever told you that youâre very attractive?â
Jiang Lingâer, quite seriously, replied, âNever.â n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
No matter whether it was before or after transmigration into the book, no one had ever said such a thing.
âHow could that be?â Qiu Yang asked in shock.
Jiang Lingâer sighed softly and said, âI really donât understand why you all think Iâm attractive. Iâve never seen myself that way.â
Qiu Yang said anxiously, âI canât explain it either. Youâre just very attractive.
Youâre not only beautiful, but you also carry yourself with great elegance. Donât you agree?â
After saying this, Qiu Yang looked at Wen Nuan and Su Qi.
Jiang Lingâer was momentarily at a loss for words. She knew she was quite pretty, but being called âattractiveâ was something she hadnât experienced before.
Wen Nuan remarked, âLingâer, to be honest, when school started, you truly amazed me. Despite not dressing up much, your natural beauty shone through.â
Jiang Lingâer raised an eyebrow. Before she entered the book world, many people did compliment her on her natural beauty.
Su Qi nodded enthusiastically, adding, âWen Nuan is absolutely right. Many people may look good initially but lose their charm over time. If you have great bone structure, your elegance can endure, even as you age. Whether itâs beauty or handsomeness, itâs all about lasting appeal.â
Jiang Lingâer couldnât help but feel exasperated. What was going on? Were they all obsessed with this topic? She replied, âSpeaking of bone structure, everyone here has it going for them. Letâs not dwell on this. The food might get cold.â
Wen Nuan agreed, saying, âAbsolutely, letâs eat quickly. Cold food isnât enjoyable. Once weâre full, we can go shopping.â
Su Qi, almost reflexively, asked, âLingâer, do you think you have a good chance of winning an award?â
Jiang Lingâer answered directly, âIâm a sure bet for the top three.â
Seeing Jiang Lingâerâs relaxed demeanor, Qiu Yang couldnât help but twitch at the corner of his mouth and asked, âArenât you afraid of any unexpected situations?â
Jiang Lingâer smiled and replied, âIâm very confident in my abilities. But even if something unexpected happens, I wonât be too concerned.â
Su Qi swallowed his food and commented, âThatâs probably the attitude of someone who knows they have the power to crush anything in their path. Jiang Lingâer, your confidence shines through..â