Three days later, Xiao Xiao called the girl.
He hadn't called her that same day because he wanted to give her more time to notice the changes in herself clearly, which would make what he said afterward more convincing.
They arranged to meet at a café near the art museum.
"Ding-a-ling~"
"Welcome."
A sweet-smiling waitress came over.
Xiao Xiao glanced around the café.
The girl hadn't arrived yet.
"Could I have a seat by the window?"
"Certainly. This way, please."
Xiao Xiao took a seat.
Even with the curtains drawn,
the bright sunlight still cast faint, indistinct shadows across the table.
"I'm waiting for someone."
"I'll order later."
"Of course."
The waitress left with a smile.
There weren't many people in the café.
Soft music flowed through the tranquil space.
The rich aroma of coffee made him feel a little tipsy.
Xiao Xiao lifted the curtain a little and looked outside.
He could just make out the art museum across the road.
It was hidden behind tall trees,
with only a little of its outline showing.
"Awooo~"
As soon as they entered the café, one certain monster grew restless.
"Awooo~ Awooo~"
Taotie tugged unhappily at Xiao Xiao's hair.
Why wasn't he ordering?
It wanted cake!
Xiao Xiao didn't budge.
His lips moved slightly. "Once our guests arrive, we'll order."
"Awooo~ Awooo~"
Taotie rolled around on Xiao Xiao's head.
The corner of Xiao Xiao's mouth twitched.
Just as he was about to say something, the crisp chime of the doorbell rang.
He turned to look.
Dong Huan was talking to the waitress.
Dong Le's searching gaze met his.
The girl's eyes lit up.
She tugged on Dong Huan's clothes.
Xiao Xiao smiled at Dong Huan as she looked over.
The sisters quickly made their way