This outfit was photographed indoors, mainly in a study. The room has a distinct period feel, with exquisitely crafted, antique-style furniture that exudes a unique charm.
Zhang Hongmei's favorite photo is one where Liu Jingzhang arranges for Gu Chuanming to write calligraphy, while Zhang Shouyi grinds the ink and she stands to the side pressing down on the paper; it has a kind of anti-traditional feel to it.
Liu Jingzhang also particularly liked this photo, taking five or six photos from several angles, and there were many solo shots, including four solo shots of Zhang Shouyi alone.
However, he did not take off his glasses, and no one asked him to do anything. Since the other party was unwilling, so be it.
Zhang Hongmei's favorite photo is of Zhang Shouyi sitting at a round table, holding a teacup and drinking tea. The temperament in this photo is completely different from his real self, completely opposite. But it is this contradictory temperament that attracts Zhang Hongmei. This handsome man is indeed a handsome man. No matter what kind of action he takes, his temperament can show an attractive quality.
Just then, Aunt Li brought over a slice of watermelon. "Eat some watermelon to cool off. It's been soaked in well water, so it's cool and sweet."
Zhang Hongmei was already a little impatient. When she saw the watermelon, she immediately sat down at the table, picked up a slice, and nodded as she ate it, saying, "Grandpa, sit down and have a slice. It's very refreshing."
“I’m tired too, let’s all sit down and rest for a while.”
This outfit project is now complete. The group was indeed tired, so they sat down to drink tea and eat watermelon.
Liu Jingzhang was covered in sweat, but he was so excited that he didn't feel hot at all.
“Zhang Hongmei, let me tell you, if this photo is developed, it will definitely amaze you.”
"Hehe, it's not because you're a good driver. It's because our family members are good-looking and the scenery is beautiful."
"Yes, yes, it's all thanks to your family, okay?" Liu Jingzhang glared at Zhang Hongmei. She was so unlovable. Couldn't she just tell the truth?
Several people were sitting inside eating watermelon. Xiao Li returned, carrying several pieces of clothing. Zhang Shouyi took them and said, "Hongmei, here, this is the uniform we prepared for you. We're going to enlarge this photo and put it in the living room."
"Why hang up photos?" Zhang Hongmei pouted, clearly annoyed.
"Just bear with it a little longer. We don't have much time left together. You're about to leave home and go abroad. Can't we take a few more photos? When we miss you, we'll only be able to look at the photos." Zhang Shouyi said with a particularly aggrieved tone, making such a coquettish gesture and expression that gave Zhang Hongmei goosebumps.
"Fine, I give up. I'll go change right now. It's a deal, after this outfit, we'll change into regular clothes for a few more pictures, okay?"
"Okay, that's fine, whatever you say."
Zhang Hongmei thought to herself, "You only say you'll listen to me. In reality, he's the one in charge of everything. Even when he asks me questions, it's just a formality. I'm not one to meddle. I just don't want to lower myself to his level."
Wang Xinyi, carrying the women's uniform, followed behind Zhang Hongmei as the two went inside to change.
After changing into her uniform, Zhang Hongmei felt it was alright; at least it was much better than the cumbersome formal dresses, and it was more comfortable to wear than a cheongsam.
"Hongmei, is it okay if you braid your hair into pigtails?"
"Okay. That will look good with a hat. If you have a different head shape, you can't wear a hat. I still really like this octagonal hat."
Wang Xinyi is very skillful; she finished two braids in no time, and tied them with red ribbons to form bows.
Everyone knew Zhang Hongmei was beautiful with delicate features, but no one expected her to look so dashing in uniform. Her sharp attire, combined with her beautiful face and serene temperament, didn't seem contradictory at all. Instead, it highlighted a different kind of charm. Standing there gracefully, she wasn't overtly aggressive, yet she certainly didn't inspire fear.
Zhang Shouyi strode up to Zhang Hongmei and tugged at the braid he had just braided. He touched her smooth, silky black hair, reluctant to let go, his two wolf-like, greedy eyes hidden behind his glasses.
Zhang Hongmei snatched it away, rolled her eyes at him, and thought, "How annoying."
Zhang Shouyi quickly and ingratiatingly helped Zhang Hongmei tidy up.
Liu Jingzhang spoke up, "Zhang Hongmei, may we begin?"
"Alright, give me a few more solo photos of this picture." Zhang Hongmei was planning to take it back to the old lady and Li Cuihua. After all, she wouldn't be back for at least three years after she left, and she wanted to leave something for the old lady to remember her by.
"Okay, don't worry, I'll definitely capture your heroic spirit in the photos. I'll preserve your most beautiful moment."
"Liu Jingzhang, what you just said could be used as an advertising slogan for your photo studio. It's really very attractive."
"Right, actually I do have a lot of artistic talent, really. I think I could study literature, but my dad was afraid I would become effeminate, so he absolutely wouldn't allow me to go into the literature department. In the end, I chose the political science department."
"Hehe, your dad is wasting talent."
The two chatted and laughed, and Zhang Hongmei's solo photo was already taken. Next, it was time for a group photo.
They took a standard photo, essentially Zhang Hongmei and Zhang Shouyi's wedding photo, something to be displayed publicly. So, neither Liu Jingzhang nor the two of them had any special requests.
Afterwards, Zhang Shouyi insisted on taking a photo of himself and Zhang Hongmei bowing to each other. Everyone thought it was a good idea, so Zhang Hongmei didn't object and cooperated fully. Zhang Shouyi also asked for a full-body photo. The two were almost a head shorter than each other, both wearing uniforms and standing ramrod straight. This photo made them look even more well-matched.
After that, Zhang Hongmei stopped cooperating with Zhang Shouyi's requests. It seemed like things were never going to end. Actually, she really wronged Zhang Shouyi. He doesn't usually take photos, otherwise Liu Jingzhang wouldn't have been so unfamiliar with him.
Gu Chuanming especially liked Zhang Hongmei in this outfit. He felt it showed her true femininity, and he regretted sending her abroad. If she could inherit his mantle, he would give her all his power. But now it was too late.
So they asked her to take more solo photos, but Zhang Hongmei argued that they had already taken many. Gu Chuanming insisted that all the photos were his own. So Zhang Hongmei gave in and obediently complied with Gu Chuanming and Liu Jingzhang's request to take more. After the solo photos were completed, there were also more photos of the father and son together than in other outfits.
“Hongmei, why don’t you become the female leader? I will give you all my power so that you can become the second female leader after the old woman.”
"Grandpa, come on, with my thin arms and legs, I can't even run. How can I be a leader? Don't let people laugh at me."
"Hey! Can't you just grant my wish?"
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