After the call was connected, a deep male voice came from the other end: "Hello, is this 'Smiling and Charming'?"

“Yes, that’s me,” Tang Xiaoxiao replied.

"Smiling and Radiant" was Tang Xiaoxiao's online name on the forum, which she picked up casually when preparing to post.

“I am ‘Zhan’ from the XX forum,” the other party said, getting straight to the point after confirmation: “As mentioned in a previous private message, you were interested in selling the orchids you posted on the forum, right? Where is your address? Would it be convenient for me to come and see them in person?”

“Of course,” Tang Xiaoxiao gave the other party an address. “Just call me when you arrive.”

"It's not far. I'll be free tomorrow morning, and I estimate I can get there around 10 a.m., is that okay?"

"Okay, no problem." Tang Xiaoxiao readily agreed.

The two sides finalized the meeting time. Tang Xiaoxiao glanced at the replies under the post again and didn't find any meaningful comments. She didn't want to explain to those who questioned her. After all, she hadn't fabricated anything. Those who wanted to believe would believe. The purpose of posting was to fish for fish, and now the big fish had taken the bait, hadn't it?

After shutting down her computer, Tang Xiaoxiao, in a good mood, decided to go out for a stroll. Since her rebirth, she hadn't had a proper time to go out and explore; she'd been constantly busy. Now that she finally had some free time, it was time to relax and clear her head.

Tang Xiaoxiao changed into a light white dress and a pair of flat sandals. The fitted waist design made her slender waist look incredibly delicate. Tang Xiaoxiao had always been good-looking, with a perfect figure. However, in her previous life, she often stayed up late and had poor lifestyle habits, so she always had dark circles under her eyes and unhealthy pale skin. Now, she drinks a little spring water from the space every day, and her complexion is exceptionally good. Her skin has become smooth and delicate, and her dark circles and freckles have all disappeared. Even the acne scars on her forehead from when she was nine years old and accidentally scratched herself have disappeared. Her entire face is flawless.

Moreover, she felt that she had become stronger. She could lift a 50-pound bag of rice with one hand without any effort, something she could hardly have imagined before.

But for a girl like her, appearance is what she cares about most. Compared to the confidence that comes from being radiant all over, becoming stronger seems insignificant.

She went downstairs and drove her father's car. She got her driver's license when she was in college. Although she didn't have any practical experience in this life, she had driven for several years in her previous life. Her father was still a little worried when he learned that Tang Xiaoxiao was going to drive out. It was only after Tang Xiaoxiao drove him around the town twice to show off her "experienced driver" skills that he was allowed to drive out alone.

It only takes a little over half an hour to drive from the small town to the nearest city, A. Tang Xiaoxiao drove all the way to Shenglin Plaza, the largest shopping center in A City, parked the car, and went into the first floor.

This is the oldest commercial street in City A. When Tang Xiaoxiao last returned in her previous life, City A had already developed several new commercial districts, vigorously promoting its economy. Due to the severe diversion of customers, several large shopping malls on this old street began to decline due to outdated decor, parking difficulties, and other factors. But now, ten years ago, this place was at its peak. The first floor of Shenglin Plaza mainly sold cosmetics, jewelry, and accessories. Although there weren't any particularly high-end luxury brands, they weren't cheap either. Even so, the entire first floor was bustling with activity—a level of liveliness Tang Xiaoxiao hadn't seen in many years of her previous life.

Tang Xiaoxiao walked straight into a cosmetics counter. She didn't wear makeup when she was in school, and only used the simplest and most affordable skincare products. After being reborn, because her skin had improved, she also went out without makeup every day. But what woman doesn't love makeup?

As she was engrossed in studying the latest trending lipstick shades, a slightly excited male voice came from behind her: "Xiaoxiao? Is that you?"

Tang Xiaoxiao turned around, momentarily dazed, and after recognizing the person opposite her, her brows involuntarily furrowed.

This man's name is Lin Jie, and he was her first boyfriend.

The two were junior high school classmates. Back then, Tang Xiaoxiao was a well-behaved girl, obedient to her teachers, diligent in her studies, and timid. Lin Jie, on the other hand, was the school bully, with poor grades, a family with some influence in the local area, and a life of gangsterism and idleness. They sat next to each other at the beginning of the semester. Lin Jie was the undisputed leader in the class, and for some reason, he only treated the timid Tang Xiaoxiao differently. Rumors gradually spread that they were a couple. Recalling those youthful memories, if it were written into a novel, it would probably be a melodramatic "The Cold School Bully Falls in Love with Me" story. However, Lin Jie never made any clear statement until graduation; it was just a rumor among classmates. Tang Xiaoxiao couldn't do anything about it and simply treated him as an ordinary classmate. Later, Tang Xiaoxiao attended a top high school, while Lin Jie dropped out and his family arranged a relaxed and high-paying job for him. Tang Xiaoxiao once thought that the two would never cross paths again.

Until the second semester of her junior year, one weekend Tang Xiaoxiao was picking out things alone in a gift shop when she heard someone behind her say, "Xiaoxiao, is that you?" It turned out that the shop owner was Lin Jie's friend, and the two met by chance.

Tang Xiaoxiao was surprised and delighted when she met Lin Jie. Although Lin Jie was a troublemaker in the eyes of the teachers, he was good-looking, tall and thin. Because he liked sports, he had thin muscle lines on his exposed arms, and his bright eyes were full of youthful vigor.

Having dropped out of school early and experienced the trials of society, he possesses a unique charm that sets him apart from other boys in school.

In short, Tang Xiaoxiao, a hardcore fan of good looks, fell for him the moment they met again. They exchanged contact information and began calling each other frequently, naturally establishing a romantic relationship soon after. Lin Jie's job was very easy, and he often took time to visit her at school. She would then find ways to skip classes and get leave, and the two lovebirds could spend hours just holding hands and strolling along the paths outside the campus.

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