At the village entrance, under the Huangguo Tree.
Lin Can hailed a private car that was going with the flow of traffic, agreeing on a price of 25 yuan to the train station.
[Triggered "Poor" Travel Doubling Reward, congratulations on receiving a 50x reward, 1250 yuan.]
[Wealth: 12330]
This cash explosion feels even better than doing... that thing.
Before getting in the car, he took a photo to document this part of his journey.
People who love taking photos always like to use the lens to record their travels.
Typically, people who love photography are quite passionate about life, but this doesn't mean that all people who love life must like taking photos. There are many different ways to express a love for life.
After getting in the car, Lin Can looked at the photo of himself. Something was different; his smile was brighter, and he was more confident.
Indeed, money strengthens a man's courage.
Although it was just over 10,000 yuan, Lin Can was already prepared to enjoy life as a godlike tycoon, ready to revel in it for a lifetime.
Money, raising Lin Can's status.
Healing attributes, enhancing Lin Can's internal and external self.
A dual blessing.
This was his first trip out of the province, and Lin Can was really excited.
He had long been craving for some cut rice cake, and now that he was heading to the western region, he was determined to eat his fill.
He wasn't afraid of pitfalls. The more pitfalls, the higher the system's reward multiplier.
Hmm, the cut rice cakes in the western region aren't a trap, are they?
According to the 'Poor' travel rules, once the journey begins, all expenses will be subject to a doubled reward.
What seemed like 'poor' travel was actually a way for the host to fully enjoy the journey, to spend as needed without worrying about the small change affecting the quality of the trip.
This system had a bit of a nurturing flavor.
After all, becoming a tycoon isn't something that happens overnight. It's a gradual process, slowly changing one's consumption habits, evolving, and improving one's lifestyle to become a cultured tycoon.
Since it was a spur-of-the-moment trip, Lin Can hadn't done any research. Anyway, when he reached the western region, he'd go to whichever place seemed fun.
He heard that people like Reba and Nazha are only average in the western region?
Looking forward to it.
Since he couldn't increase his endurance for now, Lin Can started working on his looks.
Looks, this thing, has no limit.
It's a gradual increase, a quiet, imperceptible change. Every day he wakes up to find himself becoming more handsome.
...
Half an hour later, he arrived at the train station.
After getting off the car, Lin Can walked toward the waiting hall while taking photos, documenting the upcoming journey on the Z69 train.
Yang'an was a small station, with not many passengers on the square.
Walking through the square, Lin Can took photos of the various people, capturing the wide range of life.
Some parents were tearfully saying goodbye to their young children as they went off to work.
Some young couples were tightly hugging, unwilling to part.
There were sanitation workers sweeping the ground, city management officers kicking vegetable baskets, and elderly women dancing in the square while occupying the basketball court.
Lin Can loved taking photos because through the lens, he could see the most clear and real life of ordinary people.
The camera swept across the lush, colorful flowers on the right side of the square, stopping at the fountain on the left. Just as he was about to capture a picture of a child playing in the water, the photographer's instinct kicked in, and the camera was quickly turned back to the flowerbed.
In front of the flowerbed was a tall girl in a Hanfu, wearing a pale green strapless embroidered Hanfu inside and a thin outer garment draped over her delicate skin. She sat on a bench, chatting on WeChat, with her left leg resting over her right leg, her jade-like foot swaying.
The breeze gently tousled her hair, and the Hanfu girl reached out with her long, fair fingers to tuck a stray lock of hair behind her ear, smiling sweetly at the contents of her chat.
A girl wearing a Hanfu isn't unusual, but this girl had a slim figure, skin as smooth as cream, and a delicate face. Every frown and smile was captivating. Wearing a Hanfu, she gave off a feeling like a fairy descended into the mortal world, making the passersby stop and stare at her distinctive appearance.
As a photographer, Lin Can naturally couldn't resist capturing this beautiful scene, clicking away at his camera.
As a healer, such a stunning girl in Hanfu had to be admired and thoroughly enjoyed to gain healing points.
[Current Status: As a photographer, you've seen many beautiful women, but compared to this Hanfu girl, they seem quite ordinary. Your sharp eye has discovered this exquisite little fairy, bringing you joy.]
[Reward: 20 Healing Points.]
...
Meanwhile.
[Let me show you the morning scene at Yang'an Train Station. We'll be reunited tomorrow!]
The Hanfu girl raised her phone and recorded a video of her surroundings, sending it to the group "Whoever Gets a Partner is a Dog."
Qiao Meina: [@Chu Qingning, your Hanfu girl is so vain, the video is all about your face. You want us to praise you for being pretty? Not gonna fall for that (laughing with hand over mouth).]
Miao Youxi: [Chu Qingning, you little brat, hurry up and pull up your strapless top, your cleavage is showing! Are you trying to seduce guys early in the morning? (Angry)]
Named Chu Qingning, the girl in the Hanfu was wearing a Tang-style strapless Hanfu. Looking down, she realized the strap was slightly slipping, and quickly adjusted it.
Chu Qingning: [It's fixed now, don't worry, I'm quite well-endowed, my strapless Hanfu won't fall off (hands on hips, smiling).]
Miao Youxi: [Your words seem to be implying something (side-eye).]
Ai Re: [(Angry) Does having big boobs make you special? I save fabric for the country, what's wrong with that?]
Miao Youxi: [Ah, Qingning, I just opened your video and saw some guy sneaking around taking pictures of you.]
Qiao Meina: [Qingning's alone, don't scare her with those things.]
Miao Youxi: [I'm not scaring her, I'm serious. You don't believe me? See for yourself.]
Hearing this, Chu Qingning immediately clamped her legs together in alarm, pressing them tightly together.
She looked toward the square and saw someone was indeed photographing her.
Being photographed like this was quite infuriating.
Chu Qingning stood up, walking with strong, swift steps.
The breeze blowing caused her Hanfu to cling to her thighs, accentuating her curves.
This scene had to be captured! The shutter clicked away.
Still taking pictures? This is unacceptable!
Chu Qingning quickened her steps until she reached the man, blocking his camera with her strapless top.
Click! —
The last photo captured a noble peony on the strapless top.
Lin Can straightened up, looking at the tall Hanfu girl in front of him, about 170 cm tall, her posture graceful.
Earlier, Lin Can had been bent over taking photos, his camera blocking his face. Now that he was standing straight, Chu Qingning's eyes lit up as she realized he was tall and handsome.
No matter the era, good looks are always a symbol of justice.
Whether man or woman, good looks make others think you're not a bad person at first glance.
Even if someone is a bad person, as long as they're handsome, people are willing to forgive them.
At this moment, Lin Can awkwardly smiled, his smile sweet and healing, a bit like a little puppy.
Chu Qingning felt her anger dissipate a bit, but she was still irritated.
"Give me the camera."
Chu Qingning held out her hand.
With a 'dominant' expression, a girl must be strong when she's out and about.
Lin Can honestly handed it over. He knew it wasn't right to take pictures of someone without permission, but photographers often face this situation, and the results could go two ways...
The photo turned out great, no problem, send it to them.
The photo turned out badly, big problem, severe consequences.
Lin Can had never encountered the second situation.
Because when it came to photography, especially taking pictures of women, Lin Can was a master.
Don't ask why. Just know it's natural talent.
Chu Qingning flipped through the photos, her frown slowly relaxing as she saw each picture was a perfect representation of traditional Chinese aesthetics.
No need for any editing.
The light and shadow, the blurred background, and the beauty of the Hanfu girl were perfectly showcased.
Which girl could resist the skills of Lin Can, who knew how to capture their beauty perfectly?
Knowing a guy who could take great photos of women, did that make Lin Can quite popular back in high school? Absolutely.
So, when it came to taking photos of women, Lin Can was a pro, and he was confident, even when she walked up to him. He wasn't nervous at all.
"Did you take these?" Chu Qingning asked in disbelief.
"I was just taking photos of the scenery. When I saw you sitting there, with the sun shining, the flowers blooming, and you in Hanfu, it was the perfect composition. I felt it would be a shame not to capture such a beautiful moment, so I took your picture."
Knowing how to take photos + sweet words = No woman can resist being praised for her beauty.
Of course, being handsome made it even more effective.
"Sorry, I didn't ask before taking the picture. If you want, I can delete them."
Lin Can said, taking the camera and preparing to delete the photos.
"No, no…" Chu Qingning quickly stopped him, "The photos turned out great, send them to me."
"Okay, I'll Bluetooth them to you. But there are quite a few photos, so it might take some time."
"I'll scan you, add me on WeChat. You can send them to me. I need to buy some things for the train ride."
"Sure."
Lin Can had added many beautiful girls on WeChat after taking photos for them.
Now, they exchanged WeChat, ready for the photos.
"Remember to send them to me."
The Hanfu girl reminded him before heading toward the supermarket outside.
"Don't worry."
Lin Can replied and walked toward the waiting hall.
...
After waiting for a while, the Z69 train started checking tickets.
Lin Can didn't see the Hanfu girl again.
He felt a little regretful.
He didn't dwell on it and boarded the train to start his journey.
Soon, Lin Can found his high-end soft sleeper compartment.
He opened the door, and to his relief, no one was inside.
The room wasn't big, but it looked exactly like the picture. Upper and lower bunks, a coffee table, a sofa, and a bathroom. It was like a small, luxurious hotel room.
It exceeded Lin Can's expectations.
He closed the door, threw his bag on the upper bunk, and lay on the lower bunk, feeling an inexplicable excitement.
[Current Status: The known destination, the unknown journey, fills you with anticipation and excitement.]
[Reward: 10 Healing Points.]
The train had WiFi, so Lin Can copied all the photos to his phone and sent them to the Hanfu girl.
Looking at the photos, Lin Can truly admitted that the Hanfu girl was very beautiful.
Moreover, girls who like Hanfu give boys a cultured, educated feeling.
It really improved his rapport.
...
At this moment.
At the ticket-checking area.
"...It was a misunderstanding. He's a photographer, not some voyeur. I looked at the photos he took, and they're really good. The composition is perfect. He hasn't sent them to me yet, but once he does, I'll show you all..."
Chu Qingning was talking on the phone in the WeChat group, checking her ticket. She was walking down the carpeted corridor of the train carriage, looking for compartment 49, hoping there would be no one inside.
Soon, she found compartment 49.
She was about to open the door, but her heart sank when she heard someone inside.
"Girl, girl, girl…"
She silently prayed.
She opened the door.
And then, she froze.
It was the same guy she had met earlier.