By linking my account to the check-in system, I became a leisurely traveler.

Chapter 119 Huang Xiaoyang's Wedding Photography Plan
When Li Younan heard the news, he was initially shocked.

He'd known Huang Xiaoyang for quite some time, and in his memory, Huang wasn't the type of person who was particularly good at dating girls.

Of course, the reason is different from that of many boys who don't interact with girls...

Most boys don't interact with girls because their upbringing leaves them with few opportunities to passively interact with girls. They are also influenced by moral and social norms, which make them both serious and shy.

A girl who is even slightly attractive can easily get their minds in turmoil. If that girl takes the initiative, chats with them for a bit, and smiles at them, they will naturally imagine a beautiful romantic drama unfolding in their minds.

Huang Xiaoyang is a different case, of course. In his life, he taught many girls one thing: how to have a crush.

Li Younan remembered that when he was in college, a girl arranged heart-shaped candles for Huang Xiaoyang downstairs in the dormitory, which aroused the envy of a group of boys and shocked the girl.

When Huang Xiaoyang came downstairs and saw this scene, he just frowned, and under the girl's expectant gaze, he stepped out the first candle and said coldly, "Don't do such stupid things again, it will make me... disgusted."

Those watching were shocked. After all, it was easy to imagine that a girl who had the courage to confess to Huang Xiaoyang must be quite outstanding in many ways.

Many boys were already sighing inwardly, thinking, "What a beast..."

How could you be so heartless?
Huang Xiaoyang then said, "Clean this place up so as not to add to the burden on the cleaning lady."

The onlookers were shocked once again.

Then Huang Xiaoyang pulled Li Younan, who was always eager to see a good show, away.

But this matter is not over yet.

Everyone thought that the girl would break down because of this, or at the very least, she would curse Huang Xiaoyang, saying things like, "What are you so arrogant about..."

But the girl simply squatted down silently, blew out the candles one by one, and then put them away.

Her best friend went up to comfort her.

She lowered her head deeply: "Huang Xiaoyang is right. I was too shallow to add to the cleaning lady's burden. He really, really has profound knowledge..."

Her best friend was stunned.

She even doubted that if Huang Xiaoyang turned around and cursed, "I want to fuck your mother!" it wouldn't affect his image in her best friend's eyes.

If this were a comic book, a large number of people around would have collapsed by now.

For Huang Xiaoyang, no matter how outstanding a girl is secretly in love with him, he remains calm and composed. He simply evaluates others' merits and demerits based on the facts, without being affected by others' attitudes towards him.

And this is the guy who's getting engaged without anyone telling him.

So, what kind of extraordinary woman is Dandan?
If Li Younan remembered correctly, he and that girl only became boyfriend and girlfriend in July.

After calming down, Li Younan had a brief conversation with Huang Xiaoyang on the phone.

Huang Xiaoyang explained it simply, saying, "There's no particular reason, I just felt it was time to film."

He then went on to explain the planned time and location.

Huang Xiaoyang's plan was to start from Zhejiang, go to Inner Mongolia to film, and rent a car there. He then added, "I'll come two days early."

That's pretty much how this matter is settled.

But it's good, at least it sets a goal for my next move.

……

Before setting off, Li Younan accepted two more advertisements, which were released together with the previously filmed video of his time-travel journey, of course, they were integrated into the video.

These two advertisements are extremely expensive. Given his size, the profile of his fans, and JK Dragon's strong operational capabilities, his advertisements, which are just over 20 seconds long, can cost more than 6 yuan each.

After deducting the commission paid to JK Long, Li Younan netted another 10 yuan in just a few days.

Sometimes he finds it unbelievable that making money is so easy now.

Compared to the previous life of working long hours in a cubicle, where I was exhausted but couldn't earn this much, it's hard not to feel a little sad.

However, Li Younan still objectively evaluated all of this. Whether it's doing self-media or other freelance work, very few people can be free and make money at the same time, and even fewer can make this much money.

This line of work is still very tough.

Now he has 50 yuan in savings.

Of course, as income increases, certain desires also expand, and there are many things to buy.

For example, Li Younan wants to buy his mother a bigger and better house.

For example, the Land Cruiser "Little Cruiser" he drives now is of course fine, but this time, the journey made Li Younan realize that the Land Cruiser still has some limitations.

This car is certainly durable and comfortable, but in terms of performance, it is far inferior to the Wrangler, Ford Prado, and even domestically produced Tank series and Formula Leopard models.

The route we took this time was relatively simple, but if we take some more difficult routes in the future, the performance will not be enough.

Different vehicles are needed for different scenarios. Ideally, a Formula Leopard or a Buick U8 would be suitable for desert driving, while a Jimny would be better for rainforest driving. However, a pickup truck might be more appropriate for traversing the uninhabited areas of the XZ and XJ.

Besides these, I plan to take my mom on a trip in the future. I'll modify a campervan and take her on a journey to find the most comfortable climate. We won't go into the wilderness, but just drive slowly on the national highway.

I should buy a lot of cars...

After buying a car, you also need a garage big enough to hold all of them...

Thinking about it this way, there are still many places where you'll need to spend money.

After a few days of simple preparations, I flew to Zhejiang before the agreed time.

I arrived in Zhejiang in mid-October, when it was already late autumn.

This trip to Zhejiang brought a different feeling.

The last time I came here, the weather was still very hot, and Huang Xiaoyang and I walked tens of thousands of steps around West Lake like idiots.

I gained some important skills that time, and it was very rewarding.

Huang Xiaoyang, on the other hand, foolishly basked in the sun the whole way, but inexplicably came up with a theory that made their behavior logically consistent... Hehe.

When Li Younan arrived at the airport, Huang Xiaoyang and his girlfriend had already come to pick him up.

The airport was huge, and it took Li Younan a lot of effort to find Huang Xiaoyang's car in the parking lot.

This time he didn't drive a sports car, but a Land Rover Range Rover, which looked quite new.

There are many businessmen in Zhejiang, but even so, driving a Range Rover is undoubtedly a sign of being a big boss.

Huang Xiaoyang, wearing a trench coat, got out of the car and helped Li Younan carry her suitcase into the trunk.

Li Younan got into the car, and Dandan, Huang Xiaoyang's girlfriend, or rather, his fiancée now, was sitting in the passenger seat, since they were about to take wedding photos.

The last time I saw Dandan was when she was converting the RV. Compared to before, Dandan hadn't changed much; she was still as reserved and gentle as ever.

He greeted Li Younan and said, "We'll have to trouble you this time. Xiaoyang said you'll take photos for us the whole time; your skills are excellent."

Huang Xiaoyang didn't say anything, silently started the engine, and drove the car away.

Li Younan took the initiative to start the conversation, smiling as she asked, "Are you getting married? When did you decide to do that?"

"Not long."

"Quite...sudden."

Huang Xiaoyang gently turned the steering wheel, glanced at the rearview mirror, and said casually, "What do you think is the most important factor in deciding to get married? Is it the length of time we've been together?"

Li Younan paused for a moment, then blinked. "Well, that's hard to say."

Huang Xiaoyang nodded. "Right? You also think that the length of time doesn't matter, right? Many people always think that if you spend a lot of time, you can see things that you couldn't see before, such as some shortcomings."

While Huang Xiaoyang was saying these words, Dandan just looked at him gently without saying a word, as obedient as a wife who had already married Huang Xiaoyang.

The car had already left the parking lot. Huang Xiaoyang accelerated, but the car remained stable.

Huang Xiaoyang continued, "But I think choosing a person shouldn't be based on their flaws... What I mean is, if you presuppose an answer, for example, if there's something about this person that you can't accept, then you'll definitely not be with them, then the range of choices... isn't that too wide?"

Li Younan pondered for a moment, silently reflecting on Huang Xiaoyang's words.

Before Huang Xiaoyang could finish speaking, he added, "So, I think when choosing a person, you should choose the one thing that attracts you, and that thing should be so great that you can overlook some of her shortcomings."

Huang Xiaoyang glanced at Dandan and said, "I find this woman adorable, so whether it's two months or two years, it doesn't make much difference to me."

For a moment, Li Younan thought of something and was immediately silenced.

……

We won't be able to depart until the day after tomorrow.

But there were other things happening today too.

After the car entered the highway, Huang Xiaoyang thought for a moment before slowly explaining his plans for today and tomorrow.

"You need to come to my house with me; there's something I need to take care of."

Li Younan asked curiously, "Do I have to go too?"

Huang Xiaoyang remained silent, while Dandan, sitting next to him, nodded and smiled apologetically.

"There's another slight problem. In the eyes of our families, marriage isn't just a matter between two people; taking wedding photos is a prerequisite for it. We've met with and discussed it with our relatives and friends, as well as Xiaoyang's family."

Li Younan roughly understood what Dandan meant: they were going to take wedding photos, but some details hadn't been finalized yet.

Li Younan looked at Huang Xiaoyang with amusement: "Don't tell me that you need your parents' permission for this."

In Li Younan's view, Huang Xiaoyang, being an unconventional guy, should have 100% control over his own major life events.

Huang Xiaoyang said frankly, "Don't put it so harshly. It's not about getting their agreement, but about me taking the initiative to respect their opinions. You understand the difference, right?"

Dandan added, "Xiaoyang's uncle knows a pretty famous travel photography team and wants them to handle our wedding photography schedule, but Xiaoyang isn't too keen on it, yet he doesn't want to refuse outright."

Li Younan suddenly realized: "Oh, I see. So you were using me as a shield all along."

Huang Xiaoyang turned his head, glanced at Li Younan indifferently, and said calmly, "Although your understanding is definitely wrong, we do need to dispel your uncle's idea first. My idea is that the fewer people, the better, and the more familiar they are, the better. Of course, if I insist that you help me take the photos, no one can say anything... but that's still not a good idea."

After a pause, Huang Xiaoyang said seriously, "So, you'll have to show them your abilities later. Are you confident?"

Li Younan stroked his chin: "It's just to let me pretend for a bit." Dandan couldn't help but laugh.

Huang Xiaoyang shrugged: "You can interpret it however you want, as long as the travel photography team my uncle found has nothing to say."

Li Younan said somewhat conservatively, "Oh, I see. The talented photographer is online; he won't mess things up."

……

In the Jiangnan region, including coastal areas, the concept of ancestral halls is very strong.

At least that's the case in Huang Xiaoyang's home.

As the only son in his family, getting married is a major life event.

My family helps me with many things.

Sometimes Li Younan was quite envious of Huang Xiaoyang's family.

It's a large family, and many of its members are capable, spread across both business and politics, helping each other out.

Even though it's just a small thing like getting married, everyone wants to show their care and love.

Even someone as unconventional as Huang Xiaoyang wouldn't turn down such good intentions.

He's just a person of strong character, not someone who lacks a sense of the bigger picture. On the contrary, he's remarkably clear-headed in this regard.

The next destination is to go directly to Huang Xiaoyang's uncle's place.

Huang Xiaoyang's tone surprisingly carried a hint of helplessness.

"Although I had already told my uncle that I had found a photographer, he still asked me to meet the team he recommended. So I decided to go."

After a pause, Huang Xiaoyang turned his head, a hint of malice in his eyes, and said rather cryptically, "Make them feel ashamed as possible."

The car drove directly to the foot of an office building.

Huang Xiaoyang pointed up and said, "That travel photography studio is up there. My uncle has already arrived. Let's go up directly."

Led by Huang Xiaoyang, Li Younan and the other two successfully took the elevator to the travel photography studio.

Li Younan looked around with great interest, taking in the environment and reception area of ​​the travel photography studio.

Li Younan and his two companions finally met Huang Xiaoyang's uncle and the person in charge of the studio.

Since both parties already knew each other's thoughts, there wasn't much small talk during the exchange, and they got straight to the point.

Huang Xiaoyang's uncle's recommendation was based on a positive attitude, which suggests he has a good relationship with the person in charge of the studio. Perhaps the studio does have some outstanding qualities that Huang Xiaoyang's uncle finds very appealing. It's clear that Huang Xiaoyang's uncle's recommendation is heartfelt.

The studio's manager, a seemingly capable woman with crow's feet around her eyes, was still quite attractive.

Her purpose was quite simple: to discuss this business deal.

However, they still managed to say the polite things, implying that "we don't lack business, we're very busy, it's mainly to repay a favor to your uncle."

Huang Xiaoyang's attitude was, of course, very clear.

In this situation, Huang Xiaoyang did not display his usual unconventional personality, but instead responded calmly and tactfully, playing the game of Tai Chi for a while.

Both sides finally turned their gazes to Li Younan.

The people present weren't fools, so naturally they wouldn't say anything unpleasant or annoying.

However, the studio manager still threw out a rather pointed question.

"Xiaoyang, you may not know much about taking wedding photos. Styling, photography, and setting are all elements that make up a wedding photo shoot."

She smiled. "It's not that I don't believe in this young man's photography skills..." A thought struck her, and she looked at Li Younan: "Young man, how long have you been into photography?"

Li Younan smiled and said, "I haven't been playing for long. I'm a natural talent, so it's only been a few months. I didn't find it too difficult. I won an international photography award. Xiaoyang asked me to take his wedding photos. To be honest, I was quite busy. If he hadn't kept begging me... hehe, I didn't expect... Actually, I shouldn't have come."

Li Younan's casual remark surprised Huang Xiaoyang, whose expression became somewhat subtle.

Huang Xiaoyang was aware of Li Younan's photography skills because Li Younan had posted some photos he had taken in his videos.

Huang Xiaoyang was unaware that he had won the award.

As for Li Younan's casual ramblings about being coaxed and pleading, and his reluctance to come, he simply ignored them.

The uncle paused for a moment, then the head of the travel photography studio frowned, leaned closer, and tentatively asked, "What kind of photography competition's grand prize is it?"

Li Younan casually took out his phone, scrolled to the website, and said nonchalantly, "This is it."

The other person silently read it, their expression flickered slightly, and then they nodded: "This award..."

Seeing this expression, Huang Xiaoyang understood that the award must be very prestigious, leaving the other party speechless.

He gave Li Younan a somewhat satisfied look.

Li Younan immediately stunned the audience by presenting a highly prestigious photography competition award.

The rest became simple.

The studio doesn't necessarily need to do business with Huang Xiaoyang.

Besides, it wouldn't be very convincing to insist that your photography skills are better at this time.

It shouldn't come to the point of offending anyone over this matter.

As for his uncle's concern and care, he had a reasonable reason to refuse, thus preventing his uncle's good intentions from being left without a face-saving way out.

The negotiations went very smoothly.

……

Now that he was on Huang Xiaoyang's turf and working for Huang Xiaoyang, it was natural that he wouldn't let Li Younan pay him.

That evening, Huang Xiaoyang arranged a very nice hotel for Li Younan to stay in.

Dandan had already rested by then, and Huang Xiaoyang took Li Younan to the hotel.

In the car, he asked about the photography competition, his tone inquisitive: "When did you win a photography competition award? What kind of award was it?"

Li Younan casually said, "What kind of award could it be? It's just a no-name award. Your uncle recommended this studio, but they're so naive and got fooled by a no-name award."

Huang Xiaoyang looked at Li Younan speechlessly. He didn't believe it, but he was too lazy to ask any further.

As the car approached the hotel, Huang Xiaoyang said, "Actually, I don't have many ideas for this wedding photoshoot. I only plan to bring one set of clothes and rent some interesting ones on-site when we get there."

"Ah."

"You seem very confident, that's good."

"Don't try to pin your own responsibilities on me. I'm just a photographer; I'm not responsible for anything else!"

Huang Xiaoyang nodded, then asked meaningfully, "When do you plan to find your next one?"

Upon hearing this, Li Younan paused for a moment, then smiled.

"To be honest, since leaving Shanghai, I've met quite a few beautiful girls. There were certain moments when I even had the urge to get to know them better or flirt with them, but I never took it any further."

Huang Xiaoyang raised an eyebrow: "Why is that?"

Li Younan lowered his head and said seriously, "I've always been pretty clear about what I want. I like cute, pretty, charming, or even wild... But going a step further, first I need to be sure that we can't compromise with each other... That's difficult."

Li Younan raised his head: "Deep down, I think I have a bit of a scumbag vibe."

Huang Xiaoyang scoffed: "Which scumbag is as insecure as you? They all cheat first, then tear off your clothes and skirt... Deep down, you're still a responsible good man."

"Ah……"

"Don't look at me like that. If it really doesn't work, why don't you take responsibility for multiple women at the same time?"

"It's been recorded. I'll show it to Dandan tomorrow."

She doesn't care.

"sharp……"

"Always like this."

……

She dreamed that she was running in a field.

The soil and grass stems underfoot felt rough yet reassuring.

The wind enveloped her, pushing her forward relentlessly.

She could hear the rhythm of her own breathing and her heartbeat as clearly as if she were hearing them herself.

She ran, her feet leaving the ground and landing again with each step.

When she woke up, the girl's knee had hit the edge of the bed.

In the darkness, she curled up in the middle of the blankets, the echoes of the wind and her heartbeat still lingering in her ears.

Then, she heard the sound of cars rolling over the road outside the window.

The wind in her dream completely dissipated, leaving only her breathing, which sounded unusually heavy in the silent room.

The girl sat up and fumbled to turn on the bedside lamp.

The light was blinding.

She threw back the covers, got out of bed, walked to the window, and pulled the curtains open a crack.

Outside, the city lights at night are arranged neatly and densely, like a silent honeycomb.

She reached out to check if the window lock was fastened, then checked the door lock, before stepping back and sitting down in the corner formed by the bed and the wall.

However, she didn't close the curtains completely.

(End of this chapter)