Chapter 72 New Year's Eve
"Zhao Zhao's dumplings are so beautiful." Yin Song walked to his youngest son's side and saw the dumplings on his table, each one round and plump, cute and uniform in shape, and couldn't help but praise them.
"Mom's dumplings are pretty too." Lu Yinzhao smiled at Yin Song, her little hands never stopping, like doing crafts, closing and pinching the dumplings filled with meat one by one.
Lu Cheng was spurred on by Lu Wenyan's words. He didn't want to be worse than his younger brother, so he diligently studied their techniques.
There's strength in numbers; the four of them made a whole table full of dumplings.
Lu Wenyan first cooked a pot of food for the children.
"We'll save the rest for tonight and cook them when they get back," Yin Song said.
While eating dumplings, Lu Cheng used his phone to go online and reported to everyone: "Tonight at eight o'clock, my eldest brother's program is on CCTV-1, my second sister's is on Strawberry Channel, and my third brother's is on Melon Channel."
Lu Yinzhao looked up, his mouth bulging as he chewed his food.
Wouldn't that be impossible to see with just one pair of eyes?
It seems we need to prepare more viewing equipment.
Originally, a TV station wanted to invite Lu Yinzhao and Yin Song, but they declined.
Yin Song respected the child's opinion. Lu Yinzhao shook her head and said she wouldn't go, so she wouldn't go either.
Lu Yinzhao was terrified when she found out she had been invited.
The embarrassment he experienced on a variety show livestream had left a shadow in his mind. What could someone who is tone-deaf do on stage?
Forget it, let's not embarrass ourselves.
Lu Yinzhao just wanted to stay home and be a viewer of the show.
His older siblings are already supporting the family in the entertainment industry; they don't need him.
He has no intention of venturing into the entertainment industry.
After eating dumplings, Lu Yinzhao went back to his room and took out his beloved camera.
I took a bunch of pictures of my house.
The house was decorated with a festive atmosphere for the Chinese New Year, complete with couplets, paper-cut window decorations, and red lanterns. Warm-toned lighting enveloped the Chinese knot with the character "福" (fortune), and even the green ivy in the corner was adorned with gold and red ribbons.
"Fourth brother, stand there, I'll take some pictures of you."
A ready-made model walked over, and Lu Yinzhao certainly wouldn't let it pass.
Lu Cheng would never refuse his younger brother's passion for photography, and besides, he was quite narcissistic himself, so he was always happy to have someone take his handsome photos.
“OK, Zhao Zhao, little photographer, you arrange me. What pose should I strike to look cool?” Lu Cheng walked to the spot indicated by Lu Yin Zhao and stood there.
"Fourth brother, lean against the wall next to the stairs, turn your body slightly to the side, and lower your head a little," Lu Yinzhao instructed.
"Oh, I get it, I get it, pretending to be a thinker."
The moment he struck a pose, Lu Yinzhao pressed the shutter button several times.
“Look back at me as you go up the stairs.”
"clear!"
Lu Yinzhao really wanted his fourth brother to walk more naturally and not be so pretentious, as it would really test his photography skills.
The only way is to take a candid photo.
"Fourth brother, take this mug, cover half of your face, and then look at the camera."
"Okay!"
The whole set of shots was filmed, and Lu Cheng had a great time.
"What's next? Where will we shoot next?" Lu Cheng, still somewhat immersed in the world of modeling, asked excitedly.
"Filming is finished," Lu Yinzhao said.
These photos are more than enough for Lu Cheng to post on WeChat Moments and Weibo.
Next, Lu Wenyan helped Lu Yinzhao import the photos from the camera into the computer for viewing.
"Wow! These photos are pretty good! I never thought Xiao Cheng could be so handsome?"
Lu Cheng tilted his chin up and said, "How can you talk like that, Dad! I'm handsome, okay? I'm your son, don't you even have confidence in your own looks?"
Lu Wenyan was left speechless after being confronted.
That's true, none of their kids have ever been ugly. There's nothing you can do about it; genes are just that powerful.
Thinking about it this way, Lu Wenyan felt quite proud.
"Quick, pack them all up and send them to me, I want to post them on Weibo!" Lu Cheng said excitedly.
"You have to thank Zhao Zhao. Zhao Zhao's skill level is now on par with ordinary photographers," Lu Wenyan commented very objectively. This was by no means mindless praise.
Some of the shots and atmospheres were captured perfectly; could it be that Zhao Zhao inherited his talent as a director?
That's interesting.
"Thank you, baby! Mua!" Lu Cheng picked up Zhao Zhao and gave her a big kiss.
Their family certainly doesn't support idlers; even a child of a few years old has a skill to rely on.
Lu Yinzhao was very happy to have gained the approval of his director father.
After a year of studying, he should be considered to have mastered the basics of photography.
The composition I'm using now is still the most basic kind, but that's enough for now, at least it won't backfire.
Lu Cheng really liked the photos Zhao Zhao took of him.
He didn't need to edit the photos at all; he just picked out a portion and posted them on Weibo.
【UPW-Clear】：[Photos × 18]
Lu Cheng's persona on Weibo is that of a cool and handsome e-sports boy who is ruthless and doesn't talk much.
They just posted the photos without any accompanying text.
He thought it was cool, but those who watched the variety show last year know what kind of personality he has in private.
The more he pretends like this, the more netizens think he's immature and childish.
Comments section——
[She's clearly good-looking, but she insists on relying on her talent and ability.]
[With looks like that, why is he even playing esports? He should just debut as a celebrity.]
[I suggest that PGW's new season "Dark Night Wind Chime" skin be modeled after your face. Your face has a built-in "Invincible Slash" effect; just looking at it makes my health bar disappear.]
[Ahhh, Clear! When are you going to stream PGW? I want to see you play games!]
These pictures are so cool! I've saved them! I'm going to use them as my phone wallpaper!
[Don't you even look at their background? Would the Lu family have any ugly people?]
Bring me another championship this spring! Did you hear me? Clear! I said it!
The thought that you're still a minor makes me feel like I'm committing a crime. I love you, Clear!
Lu Cheng scrolled through the comments, her lips practically drooping to the sky.
He loves it when people compliment him on his looks, not only on how well he plays video games, but also on his handsome face.
He'll be an adult in a few months, okay?
Lu Cheng wants to become a mature man and doesn't want to be treated like a child all the time.
The "aloof boy" didn't bother replying to netizens' comments, and quietly left Weibo after he had his fun.
People in the WeChat group have already tagged him.
[Su Haocheng]: Who took your photos on Weibo? @HandsomeEsports
[Yi Jing]: Could you introduce me to the photographer? @HandsomeEsports
[Jiang Yuanbai]: I think you're only handsome in photos, not in person. I suggest you poison yourself to make yourself mute. @HandsomeGirlEsports
[Tao Xiangyu]: You're the only one in the group who hasn't changed your nickname. @HandsomeEsports
Upon seeing the message, Lu Cheng immediately typed rapidly on his phone.
[Handsome Esports Guy]: What do you want from me?!
[Handsome Gaming Guy]: My younger brother took this photo of me! Pretty cool, right?
[Handsome Esports Guy]: Sorry, I can't introduce him to you. He's our photographer, hahaha!
[Handsome Esports]: What nickname should I change? I think changing it to "The Most Handsome Guy in the Esports League" is a bit too arrogant, so I didn't change it.
"..."
Lu Cheng is known for his fast hand speed, whether in games or chat.
A few words came out all at once, leaving everyone silent for a long time.
[Coach Zheng]: Kid! Don't get too cocky! Come back after the New Year and train hard to prepare for the Spring Split!
When Lu Cheng saw the coach pop up, he immediately chickened out.
[Handsome Esports Guy]: Yes, sir! [90-degree bow.jpg]
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8 PM.
The four people sat on the sofa, with a large TV screen in front of them, a laptop screen on their left, and a tablet screen on their right.
All three channels are tuned in, and we're all waiting for Lu Xun, Lu Qi, and Lu Yuan to appear.
"Which show is Qi Qi on?" Lu Wenyan asked.
“Dad, didn’t you see the group message? She said it’s the tenth one,” Lu Cheng said.
Lu Yinzhao had a piece of milk candy in his mouth, and his eyes were very busy, darting around everywhere.
I watched the show on three screens in turn, afraid of missing my older brothers and sisters' programs.
"Hey! It's Big Brother's turn to appear!" Lu Cheng said, pointing at the TV screen.
"Ah Xun is as handsome as ever, no wonder he's my son." Yin Song swayed his hands to the music, cheering for his son.
"I didn't expect my older brother to sing so well. He must have practiced for a long time." Lu Cheng pouted.
Lu Yinzhao was also pleasantly surprised.
Lu Xun's singing voice is particularly gentle, like a spring breeze, making people feel warm.
"It sounds so good!" Lu Yinzhao clapped his hands.
"Zhao Zhao, go to the front and dance a little, use your older brother's song as background music." Lu Wenyan patted Zhao Zhao on the back, encouraging him.
"Dad, I can't!" Lu Yinzhao exclaimed in alarm.
"Didn't you say before that your kindergarten teacher taught you to do a simple jump? Your fourth brother wants to see it." Lu Wenyan deliberately encouraged him, using Lu Cheng as a shield.
Lu Cheng didn't understand what it meant at all, and even foolishly echoed, "Zhao Zhao, dance one for Fourth Brother to see."
Lu Yinzhao stepped forward with some difficulty. Thinking that today was such a joyous day, she couldn't bear to spoil her family's fun. So, recalling the movements her kindergarten teacher had taught her, she began to wiggle her little bottom.
He's really not good at dancing; his movements are very stiff.
But his family was very happy watching him and kept praising him for dancing well.
Lu Yinzhao suddenly understood what his classmates in his previous life meant when they said they didn't want to go home for the New Year and be made a fool of by the adults.
A grown-up who loved having children perform all his life...
Fortunately, Lu Cheng joined him in jumping around, which eased his embarrassment.
At this moment, he felt a deep respect for his fourth brother.
His fourth brother's motto must be: As long as I'm not embarrassed, then it's others who are embarrassed.
She's really good at livening up the atmosphere.
Later, he even lifted himself into the air and shouted, "Zhaozhao, get hyped up with the music!"
Lu Yinzhao waved his hand helplessly: "..."
I am a human-machine interface without emotions.
The screen shows the eldest son's face, while in front of the screen, the two younger sons are "dancing".
Yin Song used his phone to record this amazing moment of being in the same frame.
Lu Wenyan burst into hearty laughter at their antics.
At this moment, the room was filled with warmth and laughter.
Fireworks lit up the distant sky outside the window, blooming one after another like shattered glass, with silvery ribbons of light carrying tiny sparks as they fell.
"My second sister and third brother's shows actually came out at the same time?" Lu Cheng looked at the laptop and tablet.
They truly are twins; they even have to appear together on TV shows.
With the two screens side by side, Lu Yinzhao squatted in front of the coffee table, resting his chin on his hand, watching with great interest.
Lu Qi sang a popular OST from one of her dramas, while Lu Yuan and his teammates danced the group dance of SIX GEM.
Both sides are like gods fighting, and Lu Yinzhao is proud of his family.
“My daughter is so beautiful,” Lu Wenyan praised.
"Third brother is so handsome!" Lu Yinzhao exclaimed.
Lu Cheng's mind was wandering again, and he couldn't help but sigh, "I wish I could perform e-sports on the Spring Festival Gala someday. I would definitely blow them away."
Lu Yinzhao: "..."
"Ah Xun's performance is over, she should be back soon." Yin Song glanced at the time.
“He’ll send a message if he comes back. I’ll go cook the dumplings after he tells me,” Lu Wenyan said.
After watching Lu Qi and Lu Cheng's show, Lu Yinzhao started to doze off.
He really wanted to stay up until midnight, and he also wanted to go out and set off some fireworks, waiting for his brothers to come home.
However, her small body couldn't withstand the discomfort of staying up all night, and she soon fell asleep in Yin Song's arms.
"Mom, I..."
"Shh!"
Lu Cheng was about to speak when Yin Song interrupted him.
"Keep your voice down, Zhao Zhao is asleep."
Lu Cheng made a zipping motion with her mouth and gave an "OK" sign.
"I'll go settle Zhaozhao down to sleep. You stay here and wait for the others to come back," Yin Song said to Lu Wenyan.
"Okay, honey."
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Author's Note: Zhao Zhao: Forced to work. (Butt-wiggling version) [Melted]
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