Chapter 148: Invitation to Autograph Session (9)

Chapter 148: Chapter 148: Invitation to Autograph Session (9)In fact, it kind of feels that way.

To put it bluntly, whether it’s a mule or a horse, you only know after you take them out for a walk.

Popularity is something that’s tested by the market.

Nowadays, online writers are thriving, while those who only publish physical books face quite the challenges.

Especially writers like "Wine," who might put out only one short piece every few months.

Moreover—

Quarter Moon sees her silent for a while and can’t help but ponder other aspects.

Like, could she be really ugly?

Too plain-looking, unfit for the audience?

Will she flop once people see her?

Could she look like some sloppy, sleazy old man?

If that’s the case, better be cautious!

After all—

Society today is very much about appearances.

Especially since Zuri Ginger is good-looking, with a talented girl’s aura, plus bonus beauty points, occasionally sharing selfies and cute poses on Twitter, she easily gathers popularity.

Quarter Moon hesitates, and a new message pops up in the chat box.

Wine—

Quarter Moon—

Wine—

Quarter Moon—

He’s read every novel by Mia Ginger and deeply appreciates her talent. Even though he’s got some doubts now, seeing Mia Ginger’s straightforward agreement makes him hesitant to say more; he sends a emoji.

Wine—

Quarter Moon—

Mia Ginger pauses slightly, hesitates, and then types a message.

Wine—

Quarter Moon—

Mia Ginger is stunned.

She just suddenly thought Quarter Moon’s speaking style was quite masculine, brief and clear, with few emojis; turns out, he really is a man.

Wine—

Quarter Moon—

Mia Ginger takes another look for two seconds, then closes the chat box.

Sitting in front of the computer, daydreaming.

She knows what Quarter Moon is considering; she has some concerns too.

Like—

If Zuri Ginger’s side is packed with fans and hers has barely anyone.

That would be awkward.

Although they are having a joint signing event, it’s just about having the same time and location, interacting during promotions.

The actual moment of autograph selling is the true test.

Even though she debuted early, in recent years, physical magazines have been declining, and if really no one comes to buy her book, what can she do?

Should she hire some fake fans to help fill the scene?

Mia Ginger’s random thoughts lead to regret for agreeing to Quarter Moon so quickly.

But come what may, giving up this opportunity that would shock and anger Zuri Ginger isn’t something she wants to do.

Damn it!

She can’t help but curse internally, then pauses again.

Suddenly thinking of Louis Cox.

Her swearing skills were learned from Louis Cox, partly from observing him, partly from being pushed to her limits a few times.

Now it feels a bit uncomfortable.

Koa Jackson surely doesn’t like it, might think it’s vulgar?

But why should she always care about his opinion?

The next morning.

Bob Ginger started school, went to register early.

Everyone else was busy with their stuff, Mia Ginger met up with Zoey Leaf, and headed to the downtown shopping street at ten o’clock.

She’s also about to start school, preparing a few things, same as Zoey Leaf, who seeks her help due to insufficient tuition fees.

She hasn’t forgotten about last time’s issue.

Still bothered a bit, but their friendship is more important.

Zoey Leaf is her only friend, often cutting class together at school, helping Camilia Davis set up her stall after school, squeezed into one bed, and during their closest times, sharing a coke at the cinema, eating instant noodles when doing homework.

Telling her to end the friendship, she really can’t do it.

Especially knowing Zoey Leaf’s father is weak-willed and her mother’s strong but has heart disease.

She does actually need money.

However, despite this, she ends up taking out a card.

Hesitation, doubt, greed, malice—these emotions that make people act against their true vices are feelings everyone may encounter, for various reasons.

Zoey Leaf is a bit weaker in temperament, being muddled for a moment is quite normal.

Mia Ginger ponders, gently exhales, lifts her gaze, and sees Zoey Leaf getting off the bus across the street, waving at her from the platform.

Mia Ginger waves back.

Zoey Leaf smiles from afar, gets off the platform, waiting for the green light on the crosswalk.

She’s taller than Mia Ginger, standing at about 1.7 meters tall, her features aren’t particularly pretty but are neat and charming. She’s enrolled at a third-rate college in aviation and tourism, with tuition close to ten thousand yuan per year, and with the semester starting, naturally, a heap of other miscellaneous expenses arise.

Mia Ginger looks down in thought, and once she gets close, hands her a bank card.

"Keep it safe, there’s exactly ten thousand inside, the password is the last six digits of your birthday." Mia Ginger smiles slightly, her eyes curving.