BXBX NOVEL Chapter 451 - 451: Li Zexin, You ‘re Acting Just Like a Jealous wife
Li Zexin looked displeased.
“If idols start dating, their female fans will unfollow.” Li Zexin had heard his older brother about how even stars have their own struggles.
“Dating? With whom?” Xiao Yi asked.
“Little Mei. You agreed to have your families meet together! I’m only looking out for you. You’re in a crucial stage of your career now. You shouldn’t rush into a relationship. It could jeopardize your future…”
Xia MO chuckled. “I’ll give you some space. You guys can chat.”
After Xia MO left, Li Zexin sat down beside Xiao Yi and placed his hand on his shoulder. “Let me simplify this for you. Aside from tournament winnings, you also earn from your livestreams, right? The more viewers you have, the higher your income. If you’re in a relationship and fans unfollow you, your viewership will drop, and so will your income…”
Xiao Yi brushed off his hand. “Li Zexin, have you gained weight recently? Your hand is so heavy on my shoulder. It hurts. Who said I was going to date?
Besides, my fans wouldn’t do that. Don’t you see the comments on my Twitter? They even try to introduce me to girls. Esports guys spend most of their time sitting in front of their computers. They can’t manage themselves well. Having a partner is different. They can assist me.”
“That’s not it. You should just hire a caretaker if you want someone to look after you,” Li Zexin said. “Also, being spotted with a girl on a date could spark rumors. You’re still a student. Focus on your studies.”
Xiao Yi was dumbfounded. “Li Zexin, you’re acting just like a jealous wife. Why do I feel like you’re using the excuse of being my fans to restrict my freedom?”
Li Zexin tried to maintain his composure. “I’m analyzing this from the perspective of a student for the sake of his mentor. After all, I have a big celebrity in my family too.” He chuckled nervously.
“It’s just a meal together. Grandma Xu has invited me several times. If there’s any baseless gossip online, I’ll clarify it. And Li Zexin, you’re becoming more and more long-winded. If you feel like this, maybe you should consider not pursuing a professional gaming career and join our team’s logistics manager instead.” Xiao Yi suggested it half-jokingly.
“If I get double the salary, I might consider doing both. But I’ll have to wait until I graduate from college.”
“Enough, let’s not waste words. Let’s go out and see if they still need help.” Xiao
Yi pushed his chair back and got up.
In the Sweetheart Inn’s main lobby, Xia MO had taken up the role of a sales assistant. Despite the store being open since early morning, there was still a long queue of people outside.
Customers at the front of the line watched Xia MO selecting products through the window. They turned to the people behind them. “Teacher Xia is here. I want her to recommend a few desserts for me!”
“Those ahead, please show mercy and leave us some food. Buy a little less.”
“Don’t worry. They have plenty of desserts available today. They’re constantly restocking.”
“Are you sure?”
“Yes, Teacher Xia is out here in person. She definitely wouldn’t let us stand in the cold for nothing.”
At Royal Water Bay, Lin Wan took her luggage from the driver’s seat, touched up her makeup, and headed to the Sweetheart Inn. Today, she would be livestreaming with Xia Mo. To accommodate her, Xia MO moved the live stream to 3:30 p.m.
This would be Lin Wan’s last appearance in front of her fans before the New
Year, and it was important to her.
Leaving behind her luggage with Auntie Huang, Lin Wan felt apologetic for not having time to take them out for a meal. She handed some money to Auntie Huang and asked her to take Auntie Bao along to a nearby restaurant to eat.
Although Auntie Huang took the money, she put it into the family fund. There was a locked drawer filled with leftover money from grocery shopping.
Auntie Bao didn’t want to go to a restaurant either, especially when Auntie Huang mentioned there was still food in the fridge. They could cook noodles or something. Frugal elders couldn’t bear to always eat out, especially when they were using someone else’s money.
Auntie Huang cooked noodles, and Auntie Bao stir-fried a dish. For the two of them, this lunch was already satisfying.
When Lin Wan arrived at the Sweetheart Inn, it was nearly three. She deliberately parked her car at the side entrance and entered the shop from a neighboring alley because she didn’t want to be surrounded by fans.
She opened the back door with a password and entered the lobby. She saw Xinxin in a pink apron and a chef’s hat welcoming customers.
Xiao Yi stood by his side and packed the orders, while Xia MO interacted with the customers at the counter. With their clear divisions of labor, the shop seemed much livelier to Lin Wan.
Customers who had already entered the shop were picking their favorite desserts and directing stolen glances at the two young men.
Meanwhile, those still waiting outside grew impatient. Some were on their tiptoes to get a glimpse, while others leaned out of the queue to ask about the situation inside. Some even urged the ones at the front to be quick.
Xia MO gave everyone a ten-minute window to make their selections, and they had to leave once the time was up.
“Ah, is that Sister Wan?” A fan who had been daydreaming noticed Lin Wan by the side entrance.
“It really is! But seeing her here is already great. Let’s not be too much. Quickly check out and leave. We’re all here because we waited in line. We should be considerate of others still in line. The customers outside might be cold.” “Yes, let’s pay and leave. Our time is almost up.”
“Can we take a few pictures at least? I promise not to post them online.”
“Don’t disturb her. Be a decent fan.”
Lin Wan unwrapped her scarf and greeted everyone with a wave. “Feel free to take photos. But if you plan to post them, do some touch-ups and try to choose the best-looking ones.”
“Lin Wan is so kind.”
“She is perfect in every aspect. Let’s take a few pictures.”
Xia MO turned to look. “Wanwan?
Li Zexin’s face turned red.
“Not bad, young man. Is this a part-time job to support your studies?” Lin Wan asked jokingly.
“Definitely not. I’m just helping out,” Li Zexin said.
An hour earlier, Xiao Yi came out and asked his mother if she needed any help. His mother mentioned that they were short on staff in the shop and he and Li Zexin could help out as sales assistants.
Initially, Li Zexin was reluctant, especially when Xia MO said that employees should wear uniforms with hats.
Xiao Yi had leaned in and whispered to Li Zexin, “Work to offset debts you owe me. Thirty yuan per hour.” Li Zexin immediately agreed. For someone with a five-figure debt, he couldn’t pass up any money-making opportunity. Of course, he couldn’t tell Lin Wan that he had borrowed money to buy clothes.
Xiao Yi also mentioned that if he performed well, there would be bonuses. The prospect of bonuses possibly being higher than the wage was quite appealing. Without hesitation, Li Zexin changed into the uniform and warmly greeted the customers.
Lin Wan smiled. “Helping out is a good thing. You’re doing great.” She patted
him on the head..