Chinese Entertainment 2017: Starting from the Top Writers

Chapter 688: Not a First-Sight Happiness, an Agreement with Mai Mai
Inside the box, the atmosphere was very good with clinking glasses.

From the moment Zhao Jinmai walked in front of Lin Li, everyone was secretly paying attention to the situation on their side.

After Zhao Jinmai finished saying "So, can you wait until I grow up?", the volume of conversation in the entire box suddenly rose several degrees, everyone looked away.

Some gossip is not suitable to be consumed too much.

Lin Li looked at the serious and stubborn girl in front of him, and glanced at the reactions of the people around the table. Especially when he saw Guo Fan deliberately pulling the already drunk Qu Chuxiao to persuade him to drink, he couldn't help but laugh.

"Mai Mai, you are still young, there are some things you shouldn't say casually."

Lin Li put on the look of a caring brother and spoke to Zhao Jinmai in a gentle tone.

"I told you, I've grown up."

"So I'm telling you seriously, I'll pursue you when I turn 18."

"We post-00s are different from you. We don't stick to too many things and we dare to love and hate."

"I know that maybe it seems a little sudden and strange for you to say this to you today."

"But I want to tell you that I like you. Although we have only met twice, in my heart, I am already very familiar with you."

"I have read every one of your books, followed every one of your messages, joined your fan club, and watched every work produced by your company."

"I originally thought that I would wait until I was an adult before telling you that I like you."

"I was afraid you would think I was weird because of my age."

"But I can't wait any longer."

"It just so happens that my mother is not with me today, so I don't have to play the role of a good daughter anymore."

"I'm afraid that after we separate this time, the next time we meet will be another year later, or even longer."

"So, I am telling you seriously now that I like you, and when I turn 18, I will pursue you."

Zhao Jinmai pouted in dissatisfaction, and then looked directly into Lin Li's eyes, speaking out her innermost thoughts with her pink lips.

"Ah……"

"Well, I'm a little old-fashioned."

"Mai Mai is already a big girl."

"But Mai Mai, since you've been paying attention to me, you should know that I have a girlfriend."

"and……"

Lin Li paused for a moment, then narrowed his eyes slightly, raised the corners of his lips, and revealed a frivolous smile.

"I'm a scumbag."

Zhao Jinmai looked at him calmly, without any obvious emotional fluctuations.

The two just stared at each other, neither of them spoke.

"Well, it seems you know."

Lin Li smiled suddenly and tilted his head helplessly.

This girl is too stubborn. Is she competing with him to see who can glare at him longer?
"I understand what you mean. I also know about your romantic affairs. I watched the photos and videos of you that day many times, and I also cursed at the people who cursed you online for a long time using a fake account."

"I want to tell you that I don't care about that."

"It's normal that so many people like you. I'm not surprised at all."

"This shows that the person I like is good enough. I was right."

"Besides, since there are so many people here, it won't be too crowded if I add one more, right?"

"I think as long as you're not married, everything is still unknown."

"Those sisters are excellent, but I'm not bad either."

"Just promise me that when I come of age, you'll give me a chance to pursue you, and don't treat me like a child. Just treat me the same."

"It's that simple, okay?"

Zhao Jinmai frowned slightly and kept twisting her hands together. It can be seen that she is very nervous.

Lin Li met her expectant eyes, and his heart was touched by her words just now.

A 16-year-old girl is probably in her rebellious period. If you reject her directly at this time, it might trigger her rebellious psychology, right?
Thinking of this, Lin Li made a decision.

"Mai Mai, I can promise you."

"But the premise is that you can't neglect your studies in the next two years. I remember you told me last time that you planned to take the entrance exam for the Chinese Academy of Drama, right?"

"Yes, that's right."

“It’s the Central Academy of Drama.”

After hearing Lin Li's response, Zhao Jinmai's expression became visibly delighted, and she replied with a grin.

"Don't be too happy yet, how about we make a deal?"

Lin Li raised the corner of his eye and smiled softly.

"What, what agreement?"

Zhao Jinmai showed a puzzled look and stared at him blankly.

"If you can get into the Central Academy of Drama and rank among the top three, I will treat you as my peer and try to get along with you."

"If not, how about we just pretend that what happened today never happened?" Lin Li looked into her eyes and said with a smile.

"Do not."

Zhao Jinmai shook her head at him.

"Huh? You're giving up now?"

Lin Li raised his eyes slightly and looked at her in surprise.

The speed at which she changed her mind was a little too fast, which was inconsistent with what she had said before.

"First!"

Zhao Jinmai bit her lower lip so tightly that a trace of paleness appeared on her lips. Her brows were slightly furrowed, forming a faint "川" character between her eyebrows.

At this moment, those lively eyes revealed a stubborn light, like two small flames burning in the darkness, staring straight at Lin Li in front of him.

"Mai Mai, this is not easy."

Lin Li stared quietly at the stubborn girl in front of him, and the lines on his face gradually relaxed.

The perfunctory look in his eyes disappeared quietly, replaced by gentleness.

Lin Li sighed imperceptibly, feeling somewhat helpless and touched. His originally straight back slightly bent, and he leaned forward slightly to get closer to her.

"You are someone I have admired for a long time. Since I like you, I must be strict with myself."

"I also want to take this opportunity to tell you my determination."

"I didn't do it on impulse. I gradually developed this feeling from admiration to a long-lasting love."

"So, let's make a promise today. I'll get into the Central Academy of Drama with the first place, and then you'll try to date me. How about that?"

Zhao Jinmai stared at him steadily and stretched out her green little finger.

"Ah……"

"Okay, it's a deal."

Lin Li looked at the little face in front of him, which still had some baby fat, chuckled, and then stretched out his little finger to hook it with hers.

"Hey, wait, it needs to be stamped."

After the pinky promise, Lin Liben wanted to withdraw his finger, but Zhao Jinmai hooked it back with force and gave him a thumbs up.

"Uh, okay."

Lin Li suddenly realized that he had seen this step in a short video before, so he stretched out his thumb and lightly touched her thumb.

The moment they touched, Zhao Jinmai felt as if a weak electric current spread from her fingertips throughout her body.

Her heart trembled violently, and her heart, which had been trying to be calm, suddenly lost its beat. Her mind went blank, leaving only that warm touch.

She wanted to pull her hand back in panic, but inexplicably she was greedy for this moment of intimacy. A trace of struggle and shyness flashed in her eyes, so she could only stand there stiffly. The tips of her ears flushed quietly, and her heart was beating like a drum, beating violently in her chest, as if it would burst through her chest.

Lin Li looked at the two people's thumbs touching each other, and his heart was moved.

He held his breath slightly, fearing that any action of his would disrupt this delicate harmony.

"Well, that's it."

"It's an appointment. I'll sit back down."

In the end, Zhao Jinmai was the first to give in. She pulled back her little hand and walked hurriedly towards her seat with a slightly messy step.

She had said so much before on impulse. Now that her goal had been achieved, her daughter's shyness suddenly surged up and she didn't dare to look up at Lin Li again.

Thinking of so many familiar people sitting at the table, she felt like she was really possessed today.

Zhao Jinmai's cheeks were flushed red at this moment, just like peach blossoms in full bloom in spring. The bright color spread from her cheeks to her ears, and even her slender neck was tinged with a faint blush.

Her eyelashes fluttered continuously like two flustered butterflies, trying to hide the shyness and uneasiness in her eyes.

After sitting back in her seat, she lowered her head slightly, and the loose hair on her forehead slid down, half covering her shy face. Her pearly teeth lightly bit her lower lip, leaving a row of shallow teeth marks on her lips.

But the corners of his mouth rose unconsciously, as if he was trying hard to suppress the sweetness and inexplicable joy in his heart. His hands were unconsciously twisted together, and his knuckles turned slightly white due to the force.

He promised me!
As long as I get first place in the Central Academy of Drama, that's enough!
Lin Li watched Zhao Jinmai return to her seat. Seeing her sitting comfortably, he couldn't help but smile and shook his head gently.

The joy of a young girl is truly beautiful.

But today I got into trouble for love again, and I stood up for Dudu again. I'm afraid I'll be criticized again when I go back.

When the others saw that the two had finally finished their conversation, their minds immediately became active.

Guo Fan grinned and approached Lin Li again with a glass of wine in hand. He did not mention what had just happened, but just thanked Lin Li for lending a helping hand to the crew when they were in trouble, just like before.

Song Ge and others, who had seen something from the interaction between Lin Li and Zhao Jinmai just now, approached Zhao Jinmai with a smile, offered drinks to her, and took the initiative to talk to her.

The meal ended at nearly ten o'clock in the evening. After greeting everyone in the parking lot, Zhao Jinmai had not yet recovered from her shyness. She just pointed at her mobile phone and signaled to Lin Li.

Only after seeing Lin Li nod with a smile did she get into the car with peace of mind.

Seeing her car driving away, Lin Li couldn't help but shook his head.

16 years old!

tsk...

commit a sin!

(End of this chapter)