novelraw Chapter 94: Shameless
Chapter 94: Shameless
After arriving at the school, I said goodbye to Housekeeper Zhao.
Su Lingzhi met up with her classmates and collected her bachelor gown using her student ID.
The blonde classmate helped her adjust the shawl and asked, "I heard you recently got into some trouble, is that true?"
"Who did you hear it from?"
"Some time ago, a blogger posted online saying you went blind. Many of your fans were concerned about you, but later the post was mysteriously deleted and the blogger’s account got suspended. Don’t you know about this?"
Su Lingzhi shook her head, "I didn’t know."
Thinking back, it might have been due to Tong Yan’s family reunion party when someone recognized her and spread the news of her blindness online.
The blonde girl fastened a pin for her and smiled at her, saying, "I knew it was fake. Lindie’s eyes are so lively, she’s still our fashion design fairy."
Dressed in a black robe that reached her ankles, with a red and white sash draped snugly over her shoulders, she looked dignified yet lively, easily attracting attention and winning people’s favor.
Su Lingzhi told her honestly, "I was indeed blind for a while, but I’m fine now."
The blonde girl stared at her in shock, incredulous, "Really?"
"Yes."
The blonde girl found herself at a loss for words and didn’t know what to say,
In the entire program, she was the youngest, and classmates treated her like a little sister, but despite her youth, her grades were excellent, and she was hardworking, earning everyone’s respect and admiration.
She hugged her with sympathy, "As long as you’re safe now."
"Yes."
After changing into their gowns, they moved outdoors.
Su Lingzhi took a few photos with her classmates at several iconic spots at school, then quietly moved aside and sent Fu Yinli a message.
[Have you arrived?]
The reply came almost instantly, [I’m at the school gate.]
Seeing the message, Su Lingzhi felt a sudden rush of excitement and replied, [Wait for me at the gate, I’ll be there soon.]
Then she temporarily left her classmates and ran out of the school gate.
Amongst the crowd, Su Lingzhi immediately spotted him.
He was leaning against the car, holding a bouquet of pink-gradient roses, while his free hand held a thin cigarette, bringing it to his lips.
A deep gray shirt fit his strong frame, exuding an understated yet distinctive elegance, attracting the gaze of all the nearby girls, who looked at him with infatuated eyes.
As their eyes met, Su Lingzhi instinctively slowed her steps and walked leisurely over to him.
Fu Yinli stubbed out his cigarette, his gaze falling on her bachelor gown, and couldn’t help but compliment her, "The outfit looks nice."
"How about me?"
Her voice was melodious and playful, her amber eyes reflecting a lively glow under the light.
Fu Yinli’s gaze suddenly deepened, intertwined tightly with hers, "You look even better."
Su Lingzhi smiled with her lips slightly pursed and took the bouquet from his hand, suddenly rising on tiptoe to plant a kiss near his lips.
It was like a dragonfly skimming the surface of the water, but it instantly made the girls watching lose interest in him.
In the air, a sweet fragrance seemed to hover between them.
Fu Yinli’s gaze fell on her lips, and he felt an inexplicable itch in his heart, his throat dry and tight.
"Zhizhi."
"Hmm?" Su Lingzhi looked at him with a smile.
"When did you become so good at teasing?"
Her smile restrained slightly, "Aren’t we both mutually attracted to each other?"
Fu Yinli had no words to reply.
Su Lingzhi linked her arm with his, "The graduation ceremony is about to start, let’s get ready to go in."
"Wait a moment."
Su Lingzhi looked at him in confusion.
Before she could react, he leaned in and captured her lips.
His hand gently clasped her nape.
In a public setting like this, receiving such a deep kiss made Su Lingzhi’s heart race uncontrollably, her hand resting at his waist, gently nudging him.
Fu Yinli "obediently" let her go, looking down at her flushed face, his lips curling upwards, "It’s a gift."
Su Lingzhi lowered her voice, and said to him word by word, "Shame-less."
"..." Fu Yinli was again lost for words.
"Let’s go." she said, intertwining her fingers with his, walking forward in the afternoon sunlight.
Royal Music Hall is near their school, so it wasn’t far.
They scanned the code, went through security, and entered the venue; since the graduates and family seats weren’t in the same area, they parted ways.
The whole music hall is designed in a circular tiered layout, with luxurious gilt elements and light creating an ambiance of grandeur and majesty. To hold a graduation ceremony here is a great honor.
Seated in the center of the main hall were graduates from the IED and fashion design programs, who are the school’s talents, with nearly everyone’s focus on them.
At that moment, when the campus queen entered, she stirred a sensation across the hall, drawing everyone’s attention.
Su Lingzhi couldn’t help but follow her line of sight, feeling her defenses crumble instantly.
She took out her phone and sent Fu Yinli a message: [Only look at me, don’t look at anyone else.]
Then she glanced upwards behind her, indicating for him to check his phone.
When Fu Yinli saw the message, his lips curled slightly, and he opened the keyboard to reply: [Okay]
Su Lingzhi smiled and replied: [You’re really obedient]
As the sound of the organ began, the venue fell silent and solemn.
Several prominent figures from the school took turns giving speeches, followed by the award ceremony.
Su Lingzhi was called to wait in the wings, and when she heard her name, she walked onto the stage.
A cheer erupted from the crowd.
Fu Yinli looked at her on stage, his gaze suddenly deepening.
He had often questioned himself why he was so drawn to this innocent young girl, but now the answer seemed to slowly take shape.
Because her eyes held light.
Just like now, standing in her element, wearing her graduation gown from her student life, she was bathed in honor, becoming a fresh face receiving attention; every part of her shimmered brightly.
Just like back then, seeing her with that male model, they radiated youth and vitality, and were visually appealing, making others envious.
Here on campus, compared to her peers, he felt more like an old cow eating tender grass.
Not worthy of her.
But, even so, he wouldn’t allow even the slightest chance of her slipping away.
Su Lingzhi exchanged gazes with Fu Yinli across the crowd, her lips spreading into a relaxed smile, her eyes sparkling under the shine of the crystal lights.