Chapter Six: Single Dog!

August 1st, Saturday, cloudy turning to sunny, with a maximum temperature of 32 degrees.

It was a rare cool day.

Alex got up at 6 o'clock in the morning.

He felt that the air wasn't as sticky as before.

He was in a great mood!

Stretching himself, he habitually glanced at the system.

He was stunned.

There was a new prompt!

[After a sound sleep throughout the night and being fully rested, you have activated a mysterious reward.]

[Refreshed and Energetic: A positive buff. Your aura will make people feel very harmonious, and your eyes will be clear and bright.]

[Duration: Until you obtain the next buff.]

Wow!What kind of luck is this?

The 4% chance for the "eating" reward didn't trigger, but the 1% chance for the "sleeping" reward did?

Anyway, this reward is quite useful.

Alex was very happy.

Even without the system's explanation, Alex could understand the effect of this buff.

A person's mental state is really important.

Many times, when one is fully rested and in good condition, the whole person seems to be glowing with energy.

On the contrary, staying up all night in an Internet cafe makes one look like a dead fish, really ugly.

So, this is a buff that enhances one's affability and charm, which is useful.

Alex was suddenly inspired and remembered the [Habit Cultivation Device] that he had never used.

There seemed to be a course in it that matched the new buff perfectly.

He immediately found it.

[Daily Life Etiquette and Posture Training]

The description of this course was simple.

The content was not complicated either.

But Alex immediately decided to choose it.

The course includes the following major contents:

First, the pace.

When walking, the pace should be steady.

The back should be straight.

The head should be upright.

The shoulders should be open.

The arms should swing naturally.

The center of gravity should be stable, without being hasty or shaky.

Second, the sitting posture.

It should be natural and relaxed, generous and steady.

Third, eye contact training.

When looking at things, there should be a fixed point.

Avoid rolling the eyes or having wandering gazes, which would make one look timid and lacking in confidence.

Fourth, smile training.

When laughing heartily, don't be too vulgar.

When smiling politely, don't have too many body movements.

Fifth, eating etiquette.

Mainly in public places, don't smack your lips.

Don't stuff your mouth full of food.

Don't talk when there is too much food in your mouth.

Don't lean on the table to eat, and so on.

Besides, as long as your actions are generous and appropriate, you can eat as you like.

These five aspects don't seem complicated to talk about.

But it's not easy to actually do them.

It requires long-term conscious persistence to gradually form an instinct.

Finally, one can become cultivated and elegant.

Etiquette and posture training is not about teaching people to pretend.

It's about cultivating a healthy and correct upright attitude to shape a generous and confident spiritual world.

As the saying goes, one should sit with proper posture.

That means a person should have good posture.

Sitting upright with a straight back is one kind of posture.

Sitting relaxed and natural is also a kind of posture.

Previously, Alex didn't do well in this aspect.

First, he didn't have this kind of awareness.

Second, there was a lack of family education in this regard.

Why do girls who have practiced dancing since childhood have good temperament?

Why are timid and shrinking men called "losers"?

It's all because of posture.

Although Alex was just a high school student who didn't know much.

He could tell good from bad and knew what could make himself better.

So he immediately chose this course.

Once the compulsory effect emerged, it was instantly solidified into an instinct.

Alex immediately felt the difference.

His shoulders were opened wide.

His chest wasn't deliberately puffed out but was driven by his back.

When walking, his head was upright.

His movements were natural and relaxed.

His center of gravity was stable.

When grabbing something casually, his actions were no longer hasty.

As if all the muscles in his body had been reshaped.

Oh my god!

It's like being reborn!

Alex had known that the cultivation device was great.

But he really didn't expect it to be this great.

It's like a "God of Men Cultivation Device"!

There was still one last chance left.

So he simply used it up.

Training courses like fitness, going to bed early, and speed memory were all great.

But Alex didn't choose them.

Because the above can all be cultivated through acquired exercise.

But there is one thing that is extremely difficult to improve through personal efforts.

The [Speech] category, the [Cautious Speech] course.

The specific explanation was also simple - before speaking, think it over in your mind first.

Then say it in the most reasonable way.

Don't say stupid things.

How can one learn this kind of thing?

Actually, it's a composite manifestation of character and emotional intelligence.

Some people just don't know how to talk.

They are nice people, and they don't have any malicious intentions when chatting.

But what they say just doesn't sound good.

Alex had this problem before.

He always blurted out things without thinking.

After a period of experience, he found that he had this problem in this aspect.

Just happened to make up for it.

After the new behavior habits were acquired.

There didn't seem to be any changes on the surface.

But Alex believed that the changes had already been happening quietly.

At this point, the [Habit Cultivation Device] was officially invalidated.

Turning into a faint light and disappearing from the panel.

"Goodbye, thank you!"

Alex was full of gratitude and waved his hand to the air.

Next, get ready to set out!

Alex put on his LV travel bag.

He took a pair of clean underwear for changing.

He put a book in it.

He then put the mobile phone charger - an Apple one.

He definitely wouldn't take the business card when going on a long trip on weekends.

He put his bank card and ID card into the sact handbag.

He stuffed them all into the travel bag together.

Then he changed into a clean set of clothes bought from a street stall.

He put on the canvas shoes that he thought he had bought at a loss yesterday.

He looked at himself in the mirror satisfactorily.

He thought he looked good no matter how he looked at himself.

"Hey, you look handsome, young man!"

He said to himself.

Actually, after running around outside under the scorching sun for the whole week.

Alex's skin had become a shade darker.

Getting further away from the image of a "cream boy".

However, the full confidence brought by just having accomplished something big.

Made his eyes extra bright.

Coupled with the effect of the buff.

The whole person was emitting a strong magnetic field.

Full of confidence.

Before going out, Alex remembered something.

He rushed into the bedroom with a dash.

He dug out the free gift that came with the underwear purchase from the bedside table.

He stuffed it into the handbag.

What was it?

It was an ultra-thin condom with dots!

Maybe he wouldn't use it.

But as a teenage boy with high hormones.

He always had a glimmer of hope!

He called his parents and told them that he was going out to play for two days.

Senior high school graduates have a privilege.

Which is called "having a free summer vacation to do whatever you want".

So there no problem.

Everything was ready.

Set out!

...

This was Alex's first long trip.

He found everything novel.

His mood was always in an excited and cheerful state.

He felt that everything was so wonderful.

After getting the tickets.

He ate a bowl of noodles in the hall.

Then he started waiting for the train.

He made eye contact with strangers.

He smiled at them.

Not only did he not feel guilty.

But he could also accurately convey friendliness.

When queuing up to get on the train.

There was a very beautiful young lady not far away.

Alex looked at the side face of the young lady.

He secretly admired in his heart: She's really beautiful, not a bit worse than Alice.

The young lady seemed to have sensed it.

She turned her head to look at Alex.

If it had been before.

Alex would definitely have withdrawn his gaze guiltily.

And that would have been the end of it.

But now.

With his outstanding temperament.

He calmly made eye contact with the young lady.

Even smiled politely at her.

Two seconds later.

The young lady withdrew her gaze.

A little uncomfortably smoothed her hair.

But there no sign of being angry.

What's there to be angry about when being looked at with admiring eyes?

It proves that you're beautiful.

So you should be happy!

When about to get on the train.

The young lady quietly turned her head again.

She observed Alex for a couple of seconds.

Of course, it was most likely out of curiosity rather than liking or admiring.

But it was enough to prove that Alex had left a good impression on her.

Sensing the young lady's observation.

Alex was as happy as if he had won a battle.

He finally realized the value of self-confidence.

His previous walking posture with hunched shoulders and a stooped back.

It was really bad.

He looked listless.

No wonder he didn't have much luck with girls!

Peeping furtively and shrinking back once discovered.

Women are born sensitive and will surely know that you're looking at her.

She'll just treat you as a "loser" and won't pay any attention to you.

Looking openly and behaving gracefully.

Then people will notice you.

And there's a possibility for further development.

Such a simple truth.

Why didn't he understand it before?

Alex was both annoyed and proud.

Actually, even if he had understood it before.

It wouldn't have been of much use.

Appearance, talent, and money are the things that give men courage.

At least one of them is needed to have the courage to act.

Otherwise, one can only amuse oneself.

Now that he understood it.

It wasn't too late.

He was only 18 years old.

He had plenty of time to improve.

"God of Men"?

It wasn't too far away.

...

He got on the train and sat down.

The young lady and Alex were in the same carriage.

But they were quite far apart.

It was a pity.

But Alex didn't feel too annoyed.

He quietly started reading a book.

The book "The Federal Reserve: A History" was really an interesting read.

It explained the essence of money in a simple and profound way.

It opened one's eyes.

Until he got off the train.

Alex still felt that he hadn't had enough.

After waiting for 30 minutes.

He transferred to the high-speed train from the provincial capital directly to the imperial capital.

During that time, he was reading all the time.

Suddenly, he was awakened by a nice voice.

"Hello, classmate. Um... could you please help me put my luggage?"

Before Alex could look up.

The young man sitting opposite him in the aisle jumped up.

He took the suitcase.

He lifted it up high.

"Here, beauty, I'll help you!"

"Ah... thank you, thank you!"

Someone had already helped out.

Alex then saw clearly who the person asking for help was.

"Hey, what a coincidence! It was the young lady who got on the train with us in Gujiao!"

The provincial capital wasn't the starting station.

When buying tickets in Gujiao at the same time.

The probability of being in the same carriage was quite high.

But being able to get adjacent seats was really a sign of a deep bond.

Looking closely.

One could feel the astonishing beauty of the young lady even more.

It was a hot day.

She had her hair tied up in a bun.

Her full forehead and slender neck were exposed.

The beautiful curve extended to her collarbone.

Forming two pretty hollows.

Her skin was snow-white.

Her cheeks were a little flushed because of the heat.

There were some fine beads of sweat on her forehead and ears.

She wasn't very tall.

About 1.62 meters.

She had a slender frame.

She looked really petite and cute.

Like a little cat that one would want to hold in one's arms and cuddle.

Although she was petite.

Her body proportions were excellent.

Even with flat shoes and sports pants.

Her long legs couldn't be hidden.

And her waist was probably less than 1.7 feet.

A classic A4 waist.

The young lady stood there gracefully.

All the men nearby were looking at her.

With obvious lust in their eyes.

Alex suddenly felt that this trip was going to be interesting.

He didn't help with the luggage.

But he still politely stood up.

He waited for the young lady to sit down.

Their seats were 11 and 12 respectively.

Alex was by the window.

The young lady was on the outside.

The young man next to them might have been too excited.

When putting the suitcase.

He accidentally rubbed against Alex's travel bag.

The wheels of the suitcase rubbed against the artificial leather material.

Making a creaking sound.

The young man didn't seem to care.

He even said to Alex with a self-claimed sense of humor.

"Yo, little brother, sorry for pressing on your bag. Is it a knockoff from Han Shui Road? If you say it's the real thing, I can't afford to pay for it."

Alex raised his eyebrows.

He didn't say anything.

But the young lady immediately apologized.

"Sorry, classmate. My suitcase wheels are quite dirty. Maybe you could take your bag down and I'll clean it for you?"

The "Cautious Speech" habit naturally took effect.

Alex thought for a moment.

He then said with a smile.

"Sure, thank you. I'm a big guy and I don't usually carry wet wipes when I go out."

"Don't worry, it's my pleasure!"

The young lady gave a sweet smile.

I don't know how many people's eyes were fixed on her because of that smile.

Alex's heart rate increased.

He was a little flustered.

But at this moment, Alex's posture was already fixed.

His actions and movements were all regulated to be proper.

So he calmly took down his travel bag.

He placed it on the table.

The young lady turned back to thank the young man.

She then sat down.

She took out something like a wet wipe or a makeup remover wipe from her backpack - Alex didn't know exactly what it was.

He just watched her quietly as she worked.

The young man felt that he had lost face.

He sneered.

He shook his head and muttered.

"Pretending to be something you're not!"

Alex simply ignored him.

The young lady, however, was getting more and more surprised as she wiped.

She had come into contact with quite a number of LV leather goods.

Both real and fake ones.

It was hard to tell from a distance.

But once you touched them, you could always tell the difference.

The texture of knockoffs and genuine products was completely different.

And if it wasn't a genuine product.

How could this young man have the nerve to ask her to help deal with it?

Wasn't he afraid of being embarrassed?

Realizing that it was a genuine LV.

And it was that 50 travel bag that not many people carried.

She secretly prayed.

"Please don't get damaged!"

So she wiped it more carefully.

After dealing with the long scratch that was more than 20 centimeters long.

She finally let out a sigh of relief.

Fortunately, the genuine matte leather was quite durable.

Unlike the shiny lacquer leather.

One wipe would leave a scratch.

Finally, she took a closer look.

She handed the travel bag back to Alex.

She said with a happy smile.

"Mission accomplished! It's all clean now!"

Alex didn't even look at it.

He calmly pushed the bag into the table.

He then thanked her in return.

"Thank you, thank you for your trouble."

"Don't mention it. It was my fault."

The young lady was a little insincere.

But her attitude was good.

And when she squinted her eyes and smiled.

There was a natural cuteness in her.

Being dazzled by that bright smile.

Alex looked calm on the surface.

But in fact, he was quite flustered inside.

Fortunately, he had already been transformed.

He wouldn't lose his composure.

Instead, he had a carefree look.

He silently encouraged himself.

"Steady now. If you don't know how to chat, just force it!"

"Are you going to the imperial capital for a trip?"

"Not really. I'm studying in the imperial capital."

The young lady shook her head.

She briefly explained.

"I have a roommate who is from the imperial capital. We agreed to go back early to celebrate her birthday. What about you?"

"Going to buy something."

Alex told the truth.

The young lady was a little surprised.

What could it be that couldn't be bought in Gujiao or the provincial capital?

She was curious but didn't ask rashly.

Alex made full use of his ability to force a chat.

He asked again.

"Which university are you studying at?"

The young lady pursed her lips and smiled.

She answered.

"The Wudaokou Training Academy! Do you know it?"

Looking at the expectant expression of the young lady.

Alex shook his head regretfully.

Just then, the young man next to the aisle interrupted.

"Beauty, are you from the Imperial Dance Academy?"

His eyes were shining.

The Imperial Dance Academy?

Alex was also surprised.

It was quite famous!

Among the major art collegesin the country, including the Beijing Film Academy, the Central Conservatory of Music, the Central Academy of Fine Arts,

the Central Academy of Drama, the China Conservatory of Music, the China Academy of Art, the Shanghai Theatre Academy, and the Imperial Dance Academy...

In the fields of film, opera, and fine arts, several institutions are vying for the top position. But in the dance category, the Imperial Dance Academy is undoubtedly the leader.

The second place doesn't even have the qualification to compete with it.

That's how dominant it is!

The young lady was quite proud, but she didn't have a good impression of that young man since he almost caused her trouble.

So she just replied faintly.

"Um."

Alex looked at the young lady and felt more and more familiar.

It had been many years since there were art students from Gujiao who could be admitted to those top-notch institutions. Last year, there were two.

A senior sister from the Experimental School was admitted to the Central Conservatory of Music, and a senior sister from the Second Middle School was admitted to the Imperial Dance Academy.

After thinking for a while, Alex suddenly realized.

"Oh! Are you that senior sister Lucy from the Second Middle School?"

He had seen her photo before but didn't remember her name. It was a bit embarrassing.

"Ha! So you're just starting college this year?"

The young lady's focus was really strange. She smiled slyly.

"I'm Lucy. What's your name, junior? Which school did you graduate from?"

"Alex, from the Experimental School."

He introduced himself gracefully.

Lucy wrinkled her nose. Her eyes narrowed into crescent moons.

"Oh, I see... Then I won't talk to you."

The Experimental School and the Second Middle School were rivals, just like Tsinghua University and Peking University. Lucy's joke was really interesting and cute.

Alex hadn't figured out how to respond yet when the young man next to the aisle interrupted again.

"Beauty, what a coincidence! We're neighbors. I'm studying at the Imperial Institute of Technology!"

The young man looked to be in his early twenties. He was tall, had fair skin, and was dressed smartly.

Just by appearance, he was actually more handsome than Alex.

Alex was a bit intrigued. He decided to watch from the sidelines to see how the young lady would handle this situation.

As a result, the young lady just replied indifferently.

"Oh, what a coincidence."

"Beauty, my family is in the provincial capital, and I also graduated from the Second Middle School.

Are you from the class of 2014? Why don't I remember you? You're so beautiful. It doesn't seem right."

"I'm not that beautiful."

Lucy didn't correct him that the Second Middle School he mentioned wasn't her alma mater. She remained cold.

"No, no, no! I think you're prettier than your senior sister Shishi... Maybe you art students were too busy with off-campus training.

And I was too focused on my studies back then, so I missed you."

Lucy didn't say anything.

"Junior sister, what a coincidence today! We graduated from the same middle school, are in the same carriage, and even our university campuses are only three streets apart...

Can I visit your school next time and hang out with you?"

"We're really busy with our studies."

"It doesn't matter. You guys have to eat, right? I've heard about your school's second cafeteria for a long time. I really want to go and have a taste."

Lucy silently turned her head and rolled her eyes at the window.

Alex almost burst out laughing. Today, he finally witnessed a scene where a guy was chasing a girl like a lovesick puppy but was being ignored by the goddess. It was really an eye-opener.

To be honest, although Alex used to be an ordinary guy, he never chased after anyone like that.

He liked Alice, but he just kept it in his heart. Knowing it was impossible, he didn't even bother to hope for it, just to preserve his only bit of self-esteem.

He thought the guy next to the aisle was really embarrassing.

Alex was enjoying the show with a half-smile on his face. Lucy saw it and thought this junior was really not nice. So she bared her teeth at him and then pouted.

Her pink and moist lips were as tender as jelly. It made people want to kiss them to see if they were really sweet.

As the saying goes, it's easy to reject a lovesick puppy, but it's hard to resist one's own daydreams.

Lucy noticed where Alex's gaze was focused, and her pretty face turned red.

Alex's heart skipped a beat. Suddenly, he stood up.

"I'm going to the washroom. Could you please watch my things for me, senior sister?"

"Sure."

Lucy casually replied. Watching Alex walk away, she suddenly realized.

"Hey, I'm waiting for you to save the situation here, and you just run away? You're really annoying! You must be a single dog!"She was so angry that she thought to herself.