Aren't you afraid of being recognized?

This isn't sarcastic or sarcastic; it's a sincere question.

Xu Zhaozhao used to be just an unknown extra, and her daily life was not affected at all.

But things are different now.

Without the black hat, black mask, and sunglasses, she could be trending on social media in a heartbeat.

I remember that dark, swarming scene when I got off the plane...

Xu Zhaozhao suddenly lost her desire to go out.

"Any of these will do; I'm going to the masquerade ball today."

He couldn't resist reaching out and poking her slightly puffed-up cheek with his finger, like poking a balloon. "You're wearing a mask, so no one will recognize you."

A masquerade ball?!

She had never been there before, and her desire to have fun was immediately piqued.

She didn't care about Gu Qingyan's actions anymore. "So, there are clothes to change into there?"

Under her expectant gaze, Gu Qingyan slowly nodded.

Xu Zhaozhao cheered and ruthlessly pushed him out of the dressing room; she had also chosen her own clothes.

I found a low-key little black dress.

To be honest, skirts are definitely the easiest outfit to change into.

After changing her clothes, Xu Zhaozhao sat in front of her makeup mirror and put on light makeup.

The father and son were waiting for her in the living room.

Gu Qingyan was looking at his homework, and Yu Yu looked indignant but couldn't say anything.

Because Xu Zhaozhao shared some of the "right to inspect the work" with Gu Qingyan.

Seeing her come down the stairs, the two of them stood up.

Xu Zhaozhao then noticed that they were all wearing black hoodies and casual pants today, except that Yu Yu's hoodie had a small striped bear on it.

And she was wearing a black dress, and when the three of them stood together...

Isn't this a perfect family-sized package?

Their strange, unspoken understanding has grown even stronger...

Since it was a family outing, they didn't bring a driver; Gu Qingyan drove.

As soon as he stepped out the door, Gu Yulin sat in the back seat, sulking.

Xu Zhaozhao sat in the passenger seat instead of in the back.

I'm so annoyed! I can't even sit with my mom when we're out playing.

The driver is the best!

Xu Zhaozhao took in his little expressions through the rearview mirror.

I both hope that the relationship between the two can make progress, and I am often amused by their awkwardness.

Although...

"Baby Fish, be good. Mommy really didn't mean to not sit in the back seat."

Click.

She turned and fastened her seatbelt, making her stance clear.

Gu Yulin gave a soft hum and sat quietly in the back seat.

The car started slowly. Gu Yulin leaned out the window and looked at the scenery outside, a look of confusion in his eyes.

"This road used to be all villa area, where is there anything to do or have fun?"

"We're going to the villa area."

Xu Zhaozhao replied.

Soon, the car passed through all the security checks and stopped in front of a villa.

Xiao Kai skipped and hopped as the butler led him out, and he ran excitedly toward them.

Unfortunately, he was too weak and couldn't open the car door after pulling for a long time. He was so anxious that his little face scrunched up.

It was Gu Yulin who opened the car door from the inside and let him in, and only then did he beam with joy.

Happy birthday, Brother Yu Yu!

Sitting in the car, he was so happy he was dancing around, "Xiao Kai is celebrating Yu Yu's birthday with him!"

Gu Yulin's sullen face finally relaxed.

So the back seat was reserved for Xiao Kai...

"Xiao Kai will receive the gift he prepared for his brother tomorrow."

Xiao Kai imitated Gu Yulin, raising his chin with a touch of arrogance, "Very beautiful, very beautiful."

"I will definitely go to pick it up in person tomorrow."

Gu Yulin's face softened even more, and her unhappiness had long since dissipated.

Although he went to many banquets with Gu Ru and met many other children, very few of them were able to get close to Gu Yulin.

Some things are etched into DNA, such as not liking to make friends or interact with people.

But when he appeared on a show with Xu Zhaozhao, he met Xiao Kai and they became good friends.

So when they were leaving, Xu Zhaozhao discussed with Gu Qingyan about picking up Xiao Kai.

Xia Huai asked, and Xia Huai quickly agreed.

Xia Huai: I've already spoken to them over there, you can just go and pick them up.

Xia Huai: His parents are very busy and would love for you to take care of their child.

Xu Zhaozhao didn't tell Gu Yulin right away, and instead sat in the passenger seat to save a spot for Xiao Kai, just to give him a surprise.

A little surprise is always welcome; who would complain about too many surprises on their birthday?

From Ultraman to Armor Hero and Transformers, which Xu Zhaozhao was less familiar with, Gu Yulin and Xiao Kai talked the whole way.

Although Xiao Kai did most of the talking, Gu Yulin remained patient, his eyes always bright.

The location was quite far away, and it was already getting dark when they arrived.

"It's getting dark."

Xu Zhaozhao mentioned it briefly.

"This theme is more fun when it gets dark."

Gu Qingyan parked the car, took her hand and walked forward, casually replying to her.

The two children were more active than them and had already jumped to the front.

Before entering the main gate, there was a small exhibition displaying all sorts of costumes, which they discussed excitedly.

Before getting off the bus, Xu Zhaozhao made them put on masks, and she and Gu Qingyan put them on as well.

It's better to be safe than sorry if you don't wear makeup.

If it causes a sensation, today's itinerary will be completely ruined.

It's more fun when there are people around; if the place is cleared out, then the point of coming out to have fun is lost.

After finally getting around, it got quite dark again, and soon it would be completely dark.

She tilted her head and asked Gu Qingyan, "What's the theme tonight?"

Before Gu Qingyan could answer her, Xiao Kai's voice from the side gave her the answer she wanted.

"Wow, today is a costume party themed around the Ghost Festival!!"

Xiao Kai's excited voice drew Xu Zhaozhao's attention to the poster.

The dim sky, the blood-stained poster—Xu Zhaozhao's face turned deathly pale.

At the top, in red font, it reads: "The Ghost Festival, a time for all ghosts to revel."

I quickly looked away from the poster and turned to the other side, only to see a bloodied face.

Xu Zhaozhao instinctively called out and snuggled into Gu Qingyan's arms.

Damn it.

Anyone want to go out and have some fun? Let's find a costume party with a Ghost Festival theme!

Xu Zhaozhao grabbed him, trying to leave.

"Brother Yuyu, let's go inside quickly! I can't wait to see the ghosts!!"

It was Xiao Kai's excited voice.

"good."

Gu Yulin's voice was also light and cheerful, "I'm also really looking forward to this themed masquerade ball."

It's Yu Yu's birthday, what reason could she possibly have to spoil the fun?

Xu Zhaozhao's body turned back around.

It's all an act, it's all an act... she silently cheered herself up.

Of course, none of this mattered.

Only by holding Gu Qingyan's hand tightly can one give her the courage to move forward.

It was completely dark by then.

As she reached the door, she said to Gu Qingyan in a serious tone, "Hold my hand, okay? I'm afraid you'll get lost, and I won't look for you."

Gu Qingyan smiled and said, "Definitely."

Xu Zhaozhao took a deep breath and walked firmly toward the door.

However, perseverance only lasted three seconds...