"Fine feathers make fine birds; it seems the saying is true. When Zhang Xian entered the store, he was dressed in such rags; but when he stepped out, he emanated cool and dashing vibes.
He was wearing a white shirt paired with black casual pants. The tailored clothes perfectly hugged his well-proportioned physique, as if they were tailored just for him.
"That guy is handsome!" The saleswoman's eyes sparkled with admiration.
However, upon closer inspection, she furrowed her brows slightly, spotting some imperfections.
Zhang Xian's face was indeed good, so was his physique. But the only thing that marred his completeness was his messy hairdo, all higgledy-piggledy, just like a bird's nest and uneven in length.
"After a wardrobe change, the guy seems pretty alright!" Zhu Qing also expressed her surprise somewhat.
At the first glance, she had always found Zhang Xian rather good-looking. But her recollection had been vague, and she had been unable to imagine what Zhang Xian would look like after a makeover.
And now, having finally witnessed it, despite her mind conjuring blurry images, she was still gobsmacked by Zhang Xian's sudden transformation.
"What do you think?" Zhang Xian asked with a chuckle.
"Very good, absolutely splendid!" The saleswoman came around quickly, flashing a smile: "This suit seems tailored just for you, sir. It has perfectly highlighted your balanced physique."
"Hmm, I too think I look quite handsome." Zhang Xian stood in front of the mirror, grinning broadly.
"Of course! With your good looks, sir, you would look dashing, irrespective of what clothes you wear." The saleswoman lavished praises generously.
"Honestly, I quite like you." Zhang Xian couldn't help but smirk, "So, beauty, how about you find another set for me? And shoes, do you have shoes here?"
"Yes, sir. Please follow me." The saleswoman's cheeks blushed red. With a rapidly beating heart, she beckoned Zhang Xian to come along with her.
Outside, Zhu Qing was watching, irritated. Seeing Zhang Xian exchanging flirtatious glances with the saleswoman, she was led to despair. What was this guy trying to imply? Wasn't he aware she was waiting alone?
Finally, after a while, Zhang Xian, accompanied by the saleswoman, sauntered out of the clothing store, wearing a satisfied smile.
"Done? Not picking anymore?" Zhu Qing asked, her face taken over by a playful smirk.
"Hmm, all done. Total of two sets." Zhang Xian paid no heed to Zhu Qing's impatience and nodded with a smile.
"Sir, I look forward to serving you again. It's always a pleasure to attend to a handsome guest like you!" The saleswoman beamed at Zhang Xian, winking.
"Sure thing. I will request for you the next time around." Zhang Xian returned the wink.
Zhu Qing, looking at Zhang Xian's face displaying reluctance in parting, had to restrain herself from slapping him. With a livid expression, she moved forward.
This guy, can he be any more shameless? Here she was - a great beauty - and he was brazenly charm-the saleswoman around her. Wasn't this a slap in the face? She had never encountered such audacity before.
"Hey, wait, Qingqing, don't walk so quickly!" With a bag in each hand, Zhang Xian hurried after her.
"I thought you wouldn't be able to leave! Look at that lewd face of yours. So disgusting that I might be mistaken as your friend." Zhu Qing cast a disdainful glance at Zhang Xian and said, without batting an eyelid.
"Hmm? What's that sour taste for?" Zhang Xian asked, amused.
"Is there?" Zhu Qing shrugged those petite shoulders, twitching her delicate nose. Unmoved, she suddenly widened her eyes, exploding: "You? Why don't you go look at your reflection and check your manners?"
"How about my manners?" Zhang Xian sidled up to Zhu Qing, posing his question with a smile.
"I...I don't know, but anyway, shameless, deplorable, despicable — you're all of that!" Zhu Qing took a step back, walking away unnaturally.
Can't that cursed boy stop thrusting his lewd yet handsome face towards her? It made her heart pound, ruining her composure.
"Cut it out, aren't you also shameless, despicable, and despicable?" Zhang Xian retorted, flashing a sarcastic grin.
"Me... how am I shameless, despicable, and despicable?" Zhu Qing stopped abruptly, turning around to rebuke.
"How are you not shameless, despicable, and despicable?"
"You... damn it, I am not going to deal with you..."
"No, don't! I was just joking. I'm still depending on you to guide me home! I don't know the way!"
"I couldn't care less! I wish you were dead. Seeing you always ruins my mood." Zhu Qing started walking again while gnashing her teeth. When she reached a cold drink shop, she turned around and walked in.
Upon seeing this, Zhang Xian hurried to catch up. Not knowing the route, his only hope was to follow Zhu Qing.
The cold drink shop was quite peaceful with only a few customers present.
As soon as Zhang Xian and Zhu Qing walked in, a waiter greeted them.
"I'll have a pineapple pearl milk tea, thank you!" Zhu Qing walked over to a table and sat down. She was feeling hot and needed something to cool off.
"Me too, same as her, thanks!" Zhang Xian set down across Zhu Qing with a smile on his face.
Actually, he didn't want to offend Zhu Qing too much considering they lived under the same roof. But every time he began a chat with her, he couldn't help but end up arguing. He just loved to see Zhu Qing's angry face.
The willow-like eyebrows lightly raised, and the delicate lips curving into a lovely arc. Undeniably, there was a special taste to it.
Sigh, is he destined to be her nemesis? Why can't he resist?
"Oh Qingqing, what a coincidence! You're also here to chill?" Suddenly, a voice of astonishment rang out. Following that, a girl walked up arm in arm with a young lad.
"Xu Li? Enjoying a stroll with your boyfriend?" Zhu Qing turned around. Upon seeing the person, she smirked.
"Yes! Finally got a break, so dragged my boyfriend here for a little shopping and stuff!" Xu Li walked up to sit next to their table, laughing: "Speaking of which, Qingqing, is this guy your boyfriend?"
"No..." Zhu Qing glared at Zhang Xian and shook her head.
That damned boy dressed in rags, it was one thing for him to embarrass her, but he offered nothing but opposition to her. How could she possibly consider this kind of a guy as her boyfriend? Not even in the next life.
"Oh, he isn't huh!" Xu Li sounded a bit disappointed.
She used to be the attention of many doctors at Hospital One. Since Zhu Qing's arrival though, all her previous charms were outshone. So she bore a considerable grudge against Zhu Qing. Seeing the guy dressed in rags across Zhu Qing, she wanted to seize this opportunity to take a shot at Zhu Qing. She had no idea this guy was not Zhu Qing's boyfriend.
"Hello there, handsome, and beautiful." Zhang Xian greeted them with a smile.
Xu Li glanced at Zhang Xian, not interested in a response. She only had an interest in the rich and handsome. As for the unlucky types, they can roll on for all she cared.
Xu Song was also that snobbish kind, and sat at the table minding his own business. He couldn't even be bothered to acknowledge Zhang Xian.
From his perspective, Zhang Xian was nothing more than a country hick. Xu Song, being a young and promising doctor at Hospital One, leading a prosperous future; there could be no intersection with Zhang Xian.