From then on, Young Master of Fate's "taking" skills grew ever more refined.
Passing a shop selling candied fruit, she spotted a packet of osmanthus plums wrapped in oil paper on the counter.
She went inside, took a look around, then, when no one was paying attention, reached out and "took" the packet of osmanthus plums.
Zhao Linchuan paid for it behind her.
Passing a pastry shop, she spotted a box of delicate mung bean cakes in the display window.
She pushed the door open and looked around. Then, while no one was watching, she directly "hid" the box of mung bean cakes in her arms.
Zhao Linchuan still paid for it behind her.
Passing a stall selling roasted nuts, she spotted a bag of freshly cooked sugar-roasted chestnuts. Their aroma filled the air.
She walked over and pretended to browse. Seeing that the vendor wasn't paying attention, Young Master of Fate struck, grabbing a large handful of chestnuts and holding them in her palms.
Then, without stopping for even a moment, she turned and ran.
Zhao Linchuan still paid for them behind her.
Passersby all turned to stare, their gazes shifting between Young Master of Fate and Zhao Linchuan.
Someone muttered, "Who's that girl? She just takes things without even asking? She's like a thief."
The person beside them chimed in, sounding as if they understood. "Can't you see the man paying behind her? He's happy to spoil her."
Hearing this, Zhao Linchuan could only smile helplessly.
Young Master of Fate walked ahead, her arms full of snacks, her steps light as a little mouse that had stolen some oil.
Every so often, she glanced back at Zhao Linchuan. Only after confirming he was still following did she continue onward.
An indescribable emotion rippled in those violet eyes.
Watching