My skill tree increases every day.

Lin Yu doesn't have the means to indulge in anything extravagant right now.

I had a simple boxed lunch for lunch, which cost a whopping 15 yuan. It really hurt my wallet.

In the past, he would have been honored with an extra chicken leg!

After fully charging his phone at the store, Lin Yu got up and left to keep his appointment with Chen Shuyan.

No sooner had Lin Yu left than a furtive figure followed him out of the tea restaurant next door, leading a chubby little dog.

Ruan Yunxian secretly instructed Lu Mi to follow behind Lin Yu.

"Lumi, you'd better keep a close eye on him!" With Lumi, an unpredictable element, Ruan Yunxian didn't dare to follow too closely and could only hope that Lumi could use the tracking ability that a dog should have.

Obviously, this is a bit too much for the chubby dog.

The pet shop where Lin Yu worked wasn't too far from Chen Shuyan's destination today, so when Lin Yu and Chen Shuyan made their appointment, they directly set the meeting place nearby.

This also makes it convenient for Lin Yu to continue working in the afternoon.

Lin Yu and Chen Shuyan arranged to meet at a nearby coffee shop.

In May, the midday sun wasn't too glaring for Wu Jing. If another month passed, Wu Jing would show people why it's known as one of the four "furnaces" of China.

When Lin Yu arrived, Chen Shuyan was already sitting by the window waiting for him.

He was wearing a loose-fitting sun-protective jacket over a simple white collared shirt, with a black tie tied at the collar.

The shirt's fitted design accentuates several beautiful and full curves.

She paired it with high-waisted blue denim shorts, revealing her long, fair, and slender legs.

Her jet-black, smooth hair was tied in a high ponytail with a red ribbon, which was then tied into a striking large red bow on top of her head.

She completely changed from her usual quiet demeanor, appearing lively and enthusiastic.

This is a style of dressing I've never seen before.

"Have you been waiting long?" Lin Yu walked over, pulled out a chair, and sat down.

Chen Shuyan looked up and smiled, "I just arrived a little while ago. This is the time we arranged to meet. I didn't know what you liked, so I ordered you an iced Americano."

Thanks.

Lin Yu doesn't actually like drinking coffee; he doesn't have much appreciation for these kinds of drinks.

I simply like to drink sweet things.

For example, a tea beverage co-branded with a famous athlete.

However, since I was indebted to them and was also short of money, I didn't say anything more.

"Wow, you look so beautiful today!" Lin Yu, having received coffee from the other person, naturally didn't hesitate to offer praise.

Chen Shuyan's ears turned slightly red, her legs were together, her two rounded knees pressed together, and she awkwardly hid her long, fair legs under the small table in the coffee shop.

"My roommate recommended it to me. This is the first time I've ever worn this. Do you think it looks good?"

Previously, Chen Shuyan always wore long skirts or trousers, and the shortest she ever wore was shorts that reached her knees, at most revealing only her two jade-like calves.

This was the first time Lin Yu had seen her dressed like this.

I can tell, he is indeed a bit reserved.

Lin Yu simply couldn't understand why girls' shorts could be so short, exposing their entire thighs.

Even if it's beautiful, you can't just look at it casually, right?

But Lin Yu was the one who was watching, so he never said anything, only sincerely praised her:

"It's great! I love watching it!"

Chen Shuyan's ears turned even redder, and the redness even seemed to spread to her neck and cheeks.

She picked up the iced Americano in front of her, took small sips, and tried to use the cool coffee to calm her burning ears.

"Lin Yu, what are you doing here today?" Chen Shuyan began to change the subject.

"I work at that pet shop over there," Lin Yu said, pointing in the direction of the shop. "I come here every Sunday to wash people's dogs."

"Washing dogs?" Chen Shuyan's eyes widened slightly, then she laughed. "You're doing so many part-time jobs?"

"That's right," Lin Yu laughed, "Don't you also do tutoring part-time?"

"That must be very tiring."

"It's alright, I'm used to it." Lin Yu waved his hand dismissively, picked up the iced Americano and took another sip, but his brows still furrowed slightly.

It's bitter, so bitter.

It doesn't even taste as good as the large bottle of Ice Red Tea that costs four yuan at the convenience store.

Chen Shuyan noticed his subtle expression: "Is it... not to your taste? How about I get you a different one?"

"No, no need."

It's such a waste to waste something that costs over ten yuan a cup.

There was a brief silence between them. Chen Shuyan's fingers unconsciously circled the handle of her coffee cup, as if she was pondering something.

"Actually, today," Chen Shuyan spoke first, just like before, "there's something else I'd like to ask you for a favor."

"Hmm? What's the matter?" Lin Yu put down his coffee cup.

Didn't you say you'd return my ID card? How come you're resorting to this "using the emperor to command the nobles" tactic?

No way, Mr. Chen?

"It's like this, I might be a bit busy in a while, and I won't have time to teach one of the children's tutoring classes..." Chen Shuyan pursed her lips, seemingly troubled, "I'd like to ask you to cover for me for a few classes."

She raised her eyes and looked at Lin Yu with sincere eyes:

"I know you're already very busy with your part-time job, but this tutoring job only requires one session a week, two hours on Saturday afternoons, and the hourly rate is pretty good. It's located in a neighborhood near the university town, so it's very convenient to get there. I can organize all the materials and study progress I used before for you, so it won't be too much trouble."

"what?"

The baby wants to nurse, so Mommy comes; the baby misses her family, so the baby's uncle comes.

Lin Yu was just looking for an easy job when Chen Shuyan offered herself up.

Lin Yu was overjoyed; this was like a pillow being handed to him when he was sleepy. He then asked carefully, "What exactly is the situation? How old is the child? What subjects are they studying?"

"A second-grade girl, mainly in math and English." Seeing that he didn't immediately refuse, Chen Shuyan's tone became smoother. "The time is Saturday afternoon from 3 pm to 5 pm, two hours. Hourly wage..."

She gave a figure, which was indeed much higher than Lin Yu's hourly wage for washing dogs.

"Sounds good." Lin Yu nodded, but didn't immediately offer his full guarantee. "However, I've never tutored before, especially children. Will I be able to handle it?"

Although Lin Yu was somewhat greedy for money, he was not so greedy as to make money by misleading and corrupting young people.

But they start learning English in second grade? Before I entered junior high school, English was still a legendary thing in our area!

Kids in big cities are so cool!

Chen Shuyan explained in detail: "The child's name is Xuanxuan. He is quite smart, but he is a bit playful and his attention is easily distracted."

"I can show you around next week."

Chen Shuyan's considerations were very thorough.

Lin Yu himself didn't have any objections, but he was somewhat worried about whether he could handle the job.

"I believe you can do it."

Chen Shuyan added.