Movie Time!

Inside the shopping mall.

"Would you like something to eat? It's your treat," Roccia quite naturally.

"You're making it sound so natural for someone to treat you to a meal..." Xiao Ling sighed, rubbing her forehead in exasperation.

"Since the principal kindly tried to clear your name, how about we treat you to something?"

"But I don't see any sign that my reputation is improving at all."

"At least it can't get any worse, right?" Roccia's statement was very realistic.

"I have no objection, so what would you like to eat?"

"To be honest... after spending so much time at the Star Torch Academy, I can accept any kind of food, except for canned goods," Roccia said gently. "Why don't you choose?"

"Trying to please me again?" Xiao Ling chuckled slyly. "The last person who did that almost went hungry, didn't they?"

(A certain genius female scholar from Septimont expressed deep understanding.)

Is your taste really that unique?

Heavy on oil, salt, and spice.

"Tsk," Roccia clicked her tongue slightly in displeasure upon hearing Xiao Ling's preferences, then solemnly reminded her, "As the principal, I must warn you, this kind of eating habit will cause you health problems sooner or later."

"Oh, it's happened before. In my second year of junior high, I had acute gastroenteritis and vomited all morning. My mom scolded me while taking me to the doctor on her little electric scooter." Xiao Ling spoke casually, as if she were talking about an ordinary little thing.

Roccia was taken aback by Xiao Ling's overly frank answer and didn't know how to respond for a moment.

"Fine, I'll choose, for the sake of both our health," she said helplessly, rubbing her forehead.

After having a satisfying meal at a Cantonese restaurant, the two took the sightseeing elevator directly to the fifth floor of the mall.

The entire fifth floor is a movie theater, and there weren't many people buying tickets around. Most of them were young couples or couples with children.

"Do you have any movie recommendations?" Roccia's clear-painted nails brushed across the recent movie schedule. "Just so you know, I don't want anything too heavy. I want to relax today."

"How about a heavier movie?" Xiao Ling walked to Roccia's side and pointed to a film without hesitation. "This one, it's quite heartwarming and relaxing."

"Cartoons?" Roccia said thoughtfully, "You still have a childlike heart."

"Keeping a childlike heart can make you stay young," Xiao Ling chuckled. "What do you think?"

"Since it was you who recommended this film, then I have no objection."

"Okay, I'll go buy the tickets, and then we'll set off."

Inside the cinema.

The reason this place is one of the three most popular dating spots is simple: due to the dim lighting, girls will subconsciously rely on boys.

Unfortunately, Roccia isn't a girl; she's a proper, mature woman, so these little quirks are practically unnecessary for her.

Their seats were in the middle of the theater. Xiao Ling held popcorn, Roccia carried two cups of cola. They quickly found their seats and settled down.

"The atmosphere is nice." Roccia handed Xiao Ling a Coke, then picked up another one for herself and took a sip. "Hmm~ It's nice to change things up once in a while."

"Popcorn and Coke are a must-have at movie theaters." Xiao Ling grabbed a handful of popcorn and threw it into his mouth, the crunching sound echoing beside Roccia.

Roccia elegantly tossed a popcorn into her mouth, and Xiao Ling, in the dim light of the theater, saw her smiling expression; it seemed the popcorn was to her liking.

After a short wait, the screen was lit up by the projector's light, and the movie officially began.

Xiao Ling chose the movie "Coco".

This film is a few years older than Wuthering Waves, but it is certainly one of the most talked-about animated films.

He had seen the movie with his family once when it was first released in theaters, but when it was shown again later, he didn't have time to see it and didn't plan to see it again.

However, since we're already here, it might be good to relive the experience.

"I thought you probably wouldn't like this kind of thing," Xiao Ling said with a soft laugh.

"You guessed right, this kind of movie isn't really my cup of tea." Roccia's violet eyes reflected the flickering screen. "However, if you're watching it with me, I don't mind."

Xiao Ling chuckled twice more before turning her gaze back to the screen.

This movie is indeed very good and very moving; he could see that many viewers had tears in their eyes.

Unfortunately, I'm past the age of crying my eyes out, and now when I rewatch this movie, I feel mostly nostalgic and sentimental.

He was about to toss another kernel of popcorn into his mouth when a greedy little mouth snatched it away from the bucket. The warmth brushed against his fingertips, making him shudder.

"Principal Roccia..." Xiao Ling looked helplessly at the blue-haired principal who had succeeded in her prank.

"Oh dear~ what's wrong, Xiao Ling?" Roccia playfully, appearing completely detached.

Seeing Roccia's innocent expression, Xiao Ling swallowed back the words he was about to say.

"Fine, open your mouth."

Roccia opened her cherry-like mouth and caught the popcorn that Xiao Ling tossed to her.

"It's delicious, thank you Xiao Ling!" Roccia said with a smile.

Is our relationship a little too ambiguous right now?

Aren't we on a date right now?

Dania:???! Holy crap!

"I was just kidding..." Xiao Ling said, covering her face.

"Perfect match, me too," Roccia replied with a composed smile.

After this little incident, the movie was already halfway through.

Roccia was initially quite interested, but to be honest, this kind of movie really wasn't for her.

Roccia's personal preferences lean towards films with strong educational value and narrative style. While family-friendly movies like this are great for watching with friends, she might find them boring.

Her posture changed from sitting upright to resting her chin on her right hand, and then she started yawning—all within a short time.

Then, not long after, Hajiling felt a weight on her left shoulder.

He turned his head and saw Roccia asleep against his shoulder, her face serene, her eyelashes fluttering, her even breathing causing her chest to rise and fall slightly, and the deep cleavage beneath her collar...

Xiao Ling silently recited the phrase "do not look at what is improper" before turning back to the movie screen, where he remained motionless, quietly watching the plot unfold.

Roccia didn't wake up until the movie ended, the credits rolled, and the theater lights came on.

She frowned slightly, then slowly opened her eyes and found that the movie had already ended.

"How long have I been asleep?" She stretched her stiff neck and gave a graceful yawn.

"It's only been less than an hour, haven't you adjusted your sleep schedule?"

"I haven't been getting much rest lately, since I need to personally oversee the safety of all the booths at the school festival."

"That was really tiring." Xiao Ling shook her slightly numb left arm.

"Is your arm uncomfortable?" Roccia concern.

You slept with your head on my left shoulder, and I didn't dare to move for fear of waking you.

Two barely perceptible blushes appeared on Roccia's alluring face as she coughed lightly, as if to hide her embarrassment.

"It's getting late, shall I take you home?"

"Good."