It's just The Sims, how did it become my ideal love story?

Chapter 168 Finding Your Feeling? (First Update!)

Gu Huai had no intention of getting involved in this kind of thing. After all, he didn't really know Lu Yuqing in reality, and whether she became a big star or realized her dreams had very little to do with him.

I've seen enough of these kinds of stories about suitors coming to my door lately, to the point that I'm immune to them and ready to turn around and leave.

But what kind of talk is Lu Yuqing giving?

Making someone pretend to be your boyfriend in front of you is ridiculous! It's not like they're targeting you personally, but they could at least be discreet. They're right here; this is such a slap on the wrist!

The young master also realized what was going on with those strange words, and his gaze towards Gu Huai softened slightly.

He looked at Lu Yuqing with earnest concern and said, "Yuqing, the path you're about to take is very difficult to achieve by yourself alone. I really can help you, which is better than you chasing your vague dreams like this, isn't it? I came all this way to find you, and it's really for your sake."

Lu Yuqing glanced at the other person, "The provincial capital isn't that far from here, is it? It only takes an hour by high-speed rail."

"Is that the important point?!"

"Yes, the point is that I really don't need your help, and I really don't have any feelings for you."

"We can try getting to know each other!"

"Then why should I associate with you? Isn't it better to associate with people I find pleasing to the eye? Is the world lacking in rich people or handsome men?"

"you!"

Young Master Yu probably didn't expect that this young girl's personality was so unconventional and opinionated. Faced with his affectionate advances, and even the temptation of material conditions, she was able to answer in a way that left him completely speechless.

Gu Huai was pretending to look at the shelves. This 'war' had nothing to do with him, and he had no intention of getting involved. As for why he didn't leave to watch the show, that was indeed interesting; no wonder so many people enjoyed gossiping.

Moreover, Lu Yuqing's response was very unique, showing a clear-headed approach to each issue.

It's quite an achievement that this young master was able to persevere.

Finally, the young master left with the words, "I will stay in Ji City for three days. I hope you will think it over carefully. I really came here for you. I'll be leaving now."

"Young Master Yu, please take care."

Even the farewell seemed casual.

Before leaving, Young Master Yu glanced at Gu Huai, his furrowed brows seemingly trying to confirm whether Gu Huai and Lu Yuqing had any shady dealings.

Gu Huai didn't try to avoid the question, after all, he truly had a clear conscience and met the other person's gaze openly.

"Humph."

The aloofness that had vanished in front of Lu Yuqing was now directed at Gu Huai. He then turned and left, seemingly giving up on observing.

Gu Huai found it somewhat amusing.

Does this guy really look like everyone's love rival? Surely not?
"Alright, now that they're gone, stop pretending to look at things. You can't afford them anyway."

Gu Huai peeked out from behind the shelf and looked at Lu Yuqing, who was staring at him. "I'm not shopping for LV or Hermes, so why are there lines like this?"

"What money could a high school student like you have?"

"So you want me to pretend to be your boyfriend?"

Gu Huai walked over, smiling casually. Of course, he wouldn't take such words seriously; after all, the way she spoke made it difficult to misunderstand. It could also be described as her innate, wonderful sense of propriety.

"Just saying, oh dear, you're not taking it seriously, are you?"

Looking at himself with a mischievous grin, Gu Huai shrugged. "I'm not that narcissistic."

"That's good. I don't plan to mess with any younger guys for now~ Is the date over?"

she asked with a smile.

Gu Huai said irritably, "What date? It was just meeting up with some friends."

"What a jerk! I saw the girl, she's so pretty, and you're still complaining?"

In terms of the outcome, it was indeed no different from a date, and even undeniably, some ambiguous events occurred.

"How could you say you're looking down on someone? By the way, they came all the way from the provincial capital for you, and you're being so cold to them?"

Lu Yuqing glared at Gu Huai, "Kids shouldn't meddle in adult matters, you don't understand anyway."

"I just happened to be passing by. The conditions looked pretty good, and the attitude was sincere."

"Drink?"

Lu Yuqing simply took out a small bottle of strong liquor from the counter and handed it to Gu Huai, who thought for a moment and then took it.

“Go drink here, there are surveillance cameras.”

After saying that, Lu Yuqing walked out from the front desk with ease and sat down with Gu Huai behind the long table where people ate bento boxes and instant noodles.

She unscrewed the bottle cap and took a big gulp.

Gu Huai drank it down with mixed feelings.

The two were probably in completely different mental states and had different worries, but alcohol is fair, giving everyone who tastes it the same slight buzz.

"Actually, I know what he said makes a lot of sense. I don't have professional training, nor do I have the help of influential people or any so-called background, so it's really difficult for me to do it."

"Then why are you still so adamant?"

"Well, if I give in first, everything will change. Things won't turn out the way I want. If I accept his help, what will the future hold? Even if I succeed with his help, but I don't like him, won't I feel guilty saying thank you but need to draw a clear line? Or will I continue to tolerate it and force myself? Accepting this kind of help will definitely bind me."

She took another sip, then a deep breath, and scratched her hair in frustration.

“If I work hard and get tired now, at least I’ll still have my freedom even if I don’t succeed in the end. But if I accept this kind of help and soften my heart a little, I might lose everything in the end.” Listening to the other person’s words, Gu Huai looked out the window at the deserted street where hardly anyone was passing by.

"You're so lucid it's almost heartbreaking."

Lu Yuqing laughed heartily and reached out to ruffle Gu Huai's hair. This action seemed to be becoming more and more familiar and skillful.

"You're actually feeling sorry for him now."

Gu Huai slightly turned his head to avoid her hand, then took a small sip of wine and said, "Just like how children who mature early often suffer early, being too sober makes it easy to be unhappy."

"Yes, but there's no way around it. This world isn't all happiness. It's also filled with busyness, exhaustion, and confusion. You never know when you might get lost or disoriented."

"Therefore, your persistence is truly admirable."

Gu Huai raised his bottle of Xiaojinjiu liquor to the other person and took the initiative to invite them to clink glasses.

Lu Yuqing smiled and then bumped into the boy.

The clinking sound reminded Gu Huai of the sound of spoons and bowls colliding when he ate tofu pudding as a child. In his memory, those were always summer days, much warmer than now.

The two chatted idly, finishing one bottle and grabbing another.

Gu Huai looked at the other person with concern, "What are you going to do at work tonight if you drink so much?"

Lu Yuqing shook her head. "I can handle this much alcohol, but I'm thinking, should I leave sooner?"

"why?"

"Staying here feels like an escape. I keep saying I'll save enough money before going, but actually, it's possible to work and try to achieve my dreams over there. Besides, if I stay here, random people might come knocking on my door, and I might waver one day. After thinking about it, it seems I should set off as soon as possible."

Gu Huai didn't have much affection for this young girl, but he was indeed often moved by her optimism and her persistent and hardworking spirit.

Even from a purely benevolent perspective, Gu Huai hoped the other party would succeed.

It seems like I can't help at all right now?

He thought for a moment.

Have you considered other ways to increase brand awareness?

"For example?"

"Isn't Douyin (TikTok) really popular right now? You can shoot some videos or something, and since you're not bad-looking, you can post a few videos and maybe you can start to gain some followers and attention."

Lu Yuqing said with some difficulty, "I have posted it, but it didn't help. And I'm worried that becoming a so-called internet celebrity might leave a stereotype. After all, very few internet celebrities become actors, right? It's even harder to say whether they can become a big star or something."

"You've got a lot on your mind; you're already thinking about becoming a huge star."

"Look, the data I posted isn't very good either."

Lu Yuqing took out her phone to show Gu Huai. Her Douyin (TikTok) name was quite simple, just "Yuqing." The few videos she posted were just close-ups of her face. The most liked video only had two hundred likes.

Compared to the diverse shooting styles, angles, filters, and transitions that followed, this film appears far too rudimentary. Without substantial financial backing, it's clear it couldn't make a splash.

Gu Huai thought for a moment.

"The way you took the photo is wrong. It doesn't show your strengths at all. How can a girl not know how to take this kind of photo? Don't you take selfies?"

Even if you just post a few edited selfies on Douyin, the numbers shouldn't be this high, right?

However, the other party's concerns are indeed valid. After all, the biggest challenge for internet celebrities transitioning to acting is the excessive exposure they receive. Even with a large fan base, people only accept the image presented in the videos they post, limiting their versatility. It's similar to how actors who appear on too many variety shows will lack the feel for movies and TV dramas.

It's mainly a matter of how the audience perceives it.

Lu Yuqing said irritably, "How can you not know how to take a selfie? Isn't this how it is?"

She pulled out a few more selfies.

Gu Huai looks so old-fashioned, completely different from the fancy shooting styles that came later, and her outfit and styling also appear quite simple.

You can tell that the person is good-looking, but you get stuck in a feeling that there's nothing else about them besides their good looks.

This is where the problem lies.

Gu Huai thought for a moment, then said, "I'll take a few pictures for you. Just follow my instructions."

Lu Yuqing looked at her suspiciously. "What do you want to do? Let me make it clear first, I can let you take pictures, but I won't cooperate with any weird shooting methods."

"You're thinking quite a lot. There are surveillance cameras everywhere here. What strange way would I be filming? Do I look like a pervert?"

"You can't judge a man's character solely by his appearance. Some people might seem very serious, but they could be harboring twisted thoughts. Besides, do you, as a boy, really understand these things?"

This seems to be the point of greatest suspicion.

Gu Huai is indeed not a professional photographer, but he has been exposed to live streaming and internet celebrities quite a bit recently, and knows a little about them. Of course, he doesn't have Xu Wenxi's keen insight and many methods, but it should be enough for this era.

But that's not the most crucial point.

"Why don't you give it a try? It might actually be useful."

"Shall we give it a try?"

A breeze picked up outside, and the convenience store was brightly lit.

Looking at Lu Yuqing, who was still wearing her convenience store uniform, Gu Huai found a feeling.

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(End of this chapter)