Facts proved that Xia Sanghuan really wouldn't be scared to cry.
Maybe because she was accustomed to rational thinking, she always viewed things in front of her with a scientific and rational perspective.
Take these "evil spirits" played by the staff for example.
Since she was aware in advance that these ghosts weren't real, her mind could always process the information before she felt fear.
As a result, she remained expressionless most of the time. Instead, the puzzle - solving games in the haunted house attracted her more.
However, the man who told her not to cry in his arms just now didn't seem that "reliable".
As soon as they entered the haunted house, he grabbed her hand and still hadn't let go.
Although he was comforting the girl, saying not to be afraid, in fact, he might be scared to death.
There was no obvious expression on his face, but from his tightly pursed lips and tense jaw, it was clear that he was nervous.
Not to mention that every time a "ghost" jumped out of the corner and let out a shrill scream, he would involuntarily tighten his grip on the girl's little hand.
Xia Sanghuan, who wasn't very scared in the first place, couldn't help finding it funny when she realized this.
The "thrilling" haunted - house tour finally ended. Leng Chuanjin stood at the exit and let out a long breath.
The girl was considerate enough not to expose him. Then she dragged him to the next item.
She thought there would be long queues for other items, but unexpectedly, the second elder brother had arranged everything.
Even the roller - coaster ride was experienced with the most advanced VR equipment.
After the morning's fun, Leng Chuanjin took Xia Sanghuan to the theme restaurant in the amusement park.
When passing by a store selling peripheral toys, the girl immediately noticed the doll placed in the most prominent position in the store.
For some reason, she thought that the doll was just carved out of the same mold as her.
Seeing her steps slow down, the man knew his goal had been achieved.
"What do you want?"
He walked behind her and asked.
"That doll..."
The girl pointed with her finger.
He looked in the direction she was pointing.
"It's so cute. Just like you."
The girl's cheeks flushed at his unexpected words.
"Do you want it?"
Before waiting for her answer, he pulled her in.
As soon as they entered the store, the clerk greeted them enthusiastically.
When learning that they wanted that doll, the clerk replied with a beaming smile.
"This doll can only be obtained by participating in our store's activity."
"Do you two want to sign up?"
Xia Sanghuan hesitated and tugged at Leng Chuanjin's sleeve.
"Let's forget it, second elder brother. It's too much trouble..."
"This doll looks a lot like this young lady," the clerk suddenly said in surprise.
Yes, it really did. One could tell at a glance.
This was also the reason why the girl wanted this doll.
Just think about it. Having a doll that looked almost exactly like yourself placed in the most prominent position in the store, anyone would feel embarrassed.
Moreover, the doll was exquisitely made and good - looking. Even if it was just an ordinary doll, people would have the urge to buy it.
The man nodded.
"Yes, we do."
While the clerk turned around to get the registration form, he turned back and smiled at her.
"Don't want to participate?"
"I don't care."
"I'm mainly afraid it'll be too much for you..."
The man reached out and pinched her cheek.
"As long as it's what you want, it's not a trouble for me."
His eyes were firm, and his dark pupils were like the night sky.
He just looked at her like this, and his expression didn't seem fake at all.
Just when the girl felt that she was about to stop breathing, the clerk finally brought the registration form.
They simply filled out the form, and that counted as successful registration.
"Okay, then please follow me. I'll introduce the game rules of the activity to you in detail."
The clerk quickly put away the registration form, as if afraid that the two of them would back out.
"The game rule is very simple. The participants will be grouped in pairs."
"The two members will start eating the same cookie from both ends respectively. They need to stop immediately after biting or letting go."
"Finally, the referee will select the pair with the shortest remaining cookie. That pair will win the final prize, which is that doll."
The clerk winked at them, unable to hide her excitement on her face.
Now not only Xia Sanghuan but also Leng Chuanjin's face changed.
He frowned and looked at the clerk in front of him.
This wasn't the game rule they had agreed on at first.
But the clerk turned her head and pretended not to notice the boss's look.
"But, this, this is only for... couples..."
The girl stammered.
"This is today's limited - time couple activity," the clerk moved her body and showed the signboard behind her.
The words "Couple Activity" were clearly written on the signboard.
The girl immediately fell silent.
What should she do?
She looked up and secretly glanced at the man.
Unexpectedly, he was also looking at her.
"Maybe we shouldn't participate?"
She asked carefully.
The man choked and didn't say a word.
He looked up, his expression unpredictable as he stared at the clerk who seemed "uninvolved".
The clerk knew she couldn't just sit back and do nothing. As a bell rang, music suddenly played from the store's audio system.
After the music ended, a female voice came out.
"The activity is about to start. Please enter the venue as soon as possible, all participants."
She repeated it three times, with a hint of urgency in her tone.
The clerk pushed Xia Sanghuan and Leng Chuanjin, who hadn't had time to react, into a room.
"To protect the privacy of users, this activity is carried out in a separate room."
"However, there are surveillance cameras in the room to record your every move in real - time. So please don't cheat."
"There will be a prompt sound after the game ends. Please leave the room with the cookie after the prompt sound."
After saying that, the clerk left. Before leaving, she kindly closed the door for them.
They turned around, looked at the cookie on the table, and then exchanged an embarrassed look.
Actually, they could choose to abstain, but it would be really strange to just let that doll sit there.
Not to mention that someone might take it home.
The girl was in a tangle.
Before she could make another move, Leng Chuanjin had already walked to the table.
He picked up the cookie coated with chocolate sauce and walked over.
"Shall we... start now?"
Hearing his voice, she didn't dare to look up. She lowered her eyes and stared at his well - defined hands.
What should she do?
Her mind was racing, and the temperature on her cheeks was constantly rising.
Was there any way to get the doll without going through the game?