Ding Yang glanced at the photo, then raised his hand to stop the round-faced girl.
"No need to delete it. It's just a side profile, nothing major."
"Besides, your photography skills are pretty good, aren't they?"
"You can make me look so handsome even without filters. I feel like my attractiveness has gone up a notch."
Ding Yang's relaxed and slightly teasing words, however, made the surroundings fall silent.
Everyone was stunned, their expressions showing disbelief.
After a brief silence, a burst of exclamations and discussions erupted.
"Oh my goodness! What did I just hear?
That guy was secretly photographed, and not only was he not angry, he even praised the other person's photography skills?"
"This is impossible! Which guy isn't proud, cool, and arrogant to the extreme?
If you're caught secretly photographing a guy, you'd at least lose a layer of skin, if not die."
"Exactly! Last month there was even news of a man who, after being secretly photographed by a woman, sued her, demanding a prison sentence and 200,000 in compensation!"
"I must have misheard! How can there be such a kind and understanding guy in this world?"
"Handsome Guy! You probably don't understand the law, do you?
With her actions, you could totally make her suffer punishment and give you a sum for emotional damages!"
Everyone's emotions were very agitated, and many were still scolding the round-faced girl and reminding Ding Yang to hold her accountable.
But Ding Yang, seeing his rising favorability from the opposite sex, was overjoyed.
He waved his hand, signaling for everyone to be quiet, and said with a smile, "Thank you all for your concern and reminders, but I don't think this is a big deal."
"Everyone has a love for beauty."
"When we see beautiful scenery, flowers, plants, or a sunset, we all take photos to record it."
"In my opinion, this matter is much the same."
"As long as the photo is taken with my permission, and my photos are not used for commercial activities or inappropriate things, it's actually fine."
Hearing his words, everyone's innate perceptions were almost overturned.
Although they all understood the reasoning, they had never heard any man say such words in public.
This tolerant magnanimity was simply unbelievable!
This wasn't just a Handsome Guy!
This was a Bodhisattva descended to earth!
And what followed was an even more unbelievable scene.
Ding Yang took out his phone, handed it to the round-faced girl, and then stood shoulder to shoulder with Ling Xintian.
"Classmate, I'm in a great mood today, and I want to take a photo with my girlfriend."
"Your photography skills are good, could you help us take one?"
After speaking, Ding Yang smiled at the phone camera.
At this moment, the surroundings fell silent; everyone seemed to have turned to stone.
The round-faced girl's face flushed with excitement, but she couldn't utter a single word.
She was both grateful and relieved, her emotions like a rollercoaster, and she couldn't help but cover her mouth and cry out loud.
"Wuwuwu... Handsome Guy, how can you be so kind?
You are like the embodiment of light and warmth, making me feel ashamed of myself.
I'm sorry!
I was such a terrible person to do something like that... I am truly very sorry!"
She had originally thought that being caught red-handed today would not only lead to detention and fines but also potentially affect her reputation and studies.
But she was incredibly lucky.
She had actually met such a kind, gentle, and elegant perfect guy.
Not only did he not pursue her wrongdoing, but he also helped her out of a difficult situation.
He even asked her to help take a couple's photo.
This not only resolved her embarrassment but also made her feel a strong sense of goodwill.
This must have been the good fortune she accumulated in her previous life to have such a dreamlike experience today!
At this moment, Ding Yang was like the sun.
He not only illuminated her life but also brought her warmth and kindness, which she would surely remember for the rest of her life!
"Alright, hurry and take our picture. Posing is quite tiring."
"And, don't do this kind of thing again in the future."
"It's disrespectful to guys, it's illegal, and it will cause you trouble."
Ding Yang reminded her with a smile.
The round-faced girl quickly nodded, "Mhm, I'll remember your words, and I'll never make this mistake again."
Then, she opened the camera and began to adjust the angle, exposure, and other parameters.
Ding Yang was so gentle and kind, and his girlfriend was so pure and beautiful.
She had to give her all and take the best possible photo!
Ling Xintian was also very touched; this was the first time Ding Yang had called her his girlfriend, and he said it in public.
Everyone around them was envious and jealous of her, which made her feel incredibly sweet inside.
She suppressed her shyness, quietly linked her arm through Ding Yang's, held his hand, and intertwined their fingers.
"Click!"
The scene was frozen: Ding Yang tilted his head slightly towards Ling Xintian, smiling gently and brightly.
And Ling Xintian, clinging to his arm like a small bird, had a sweet and happy smile.
Especially in her eyes, intense love and adoration overflowed, seemingly spilling out of the screen.
"Thank you, thank you, Handsome Guy.
Today's experience is the most precious experience and memory of my life!"
The round-faced girl returned the phone to Ding Yang, bowing repeatedly in excitement as she thanked him.
Ding Yang glanced at the beautifully composed photo and nodded, saying, "Thank you too; we really like the photo."
The women around, witnessing a dispute that could have turned into a legal case end so perfectly, all found it incredible.
A wave of cheers and discussions swept through the entire supermarket like a tide.
"I think describing him as handsome and dashing is too thin, too pale and powerless!
If I hadn't seen it with my own eyes, I would never believe that such a warm boy exists in the world!"
"Not arrogant or wild, not unforgiving when in the right, but rather gentle as jade, courteous, and so kind it makes one feel tenderness and admiration.
The ancients' saying, 'A gentleman on the road is like jade, unparalleled in the world,' must refer to someone like him!"
"Honestly, I've lived for forty years and seen all kinds of people.
But I've never seen such a considerate, gentle, and kind guy.
Compared to other men, he's simply too perfect!"
"Auntie, I won't allow you to compare him to other men; those men aren't worthy!"
"Before, I even thought he would first secure the evidence and then settle accounts with that girl, as that's a common tactic for many men.
I didn't expect... I was too dark-minded!"
Everyone's emotions were so agitated, and the favorability from the opposite sex they provided was exceptionally strong, skyrocketing upwards.
In just two minutes, it had already soared to 175 points.
Ding Yang had only made a slight move, and favorability from the opposite sex came pouring in, which gave him more confidence and assurance, and his mindset became even more composed.
"Alright, my girlfriend and I still need to shop at the supermarket, so everyone can disperse now."
Ding Yang waved at the women around him, and everyone quickly scattered, making way for him and Ling Xintian.
Next, he accompanied Ling Xintian to select some eggs, vegetables, and meat.
When passing the fruit section, he also carefully picked out some oranges and pomelos.
Ling Xintian was a bit curious and asked doubtfully, "Brother Ding Yang, I remember you don't like these fruits, so why are you..."
Ding Yang smiled, "Silly Girl, these are the ones you like to eat, I bought them for you."
Ling Xintian was instantly stunned; not only did her heart race, but her pretty face also flushed.
She was both touched and surprised, feeling only disbelief.
"Brother Ding Yang actually knows what fruits I like to eat; he really does have me in his heart... He's so thoughtful and gentle!"
Ling Xintian was enveloped by a huge sense of happiness, feeling lightheaded and almost wanting to cry from emotion.