Reborn: I'll Never Fail My Childhood Sweetheart Again-Chapter 207 - 97: The Gullible and Naive Class Beauty—Sold Off Yet Still Counting the Money! (Part 2)

"Yeah, I saw it on the BBS too. Fengyin Chenming posted a bunch of photos. The environment there is really great! Even if I'm not planning to buy a computer, once it opens, I must go and have a look!"

"With such a grand scale and thoughtful decoration, there must have been quite an investment. I wonder which big shot from outside set it up!"

"Oh, and the store has started recruiting, you know? They're looking for some part-time workers from within the campus, with relatively free schedules, prioritizing students in need!"

"..."

The girls chattered away, their topic related to the digital store.

As the renovations neared completion, many student folks noticed the old computer shop had changed dramatically. The small shop previously run by the Shopkeeper alone had transformed into a bright and spacious place with very stylistic decor.

On top of that, Teacher Su had taken a bunch of high-definition photos with his Casio and posted them on the campus BBS, attracting a lot of attention. Not to mention the female moderator Li Yanru even featured it prominently.

This made the digital store a hot topic even before its grand opening, sparking discussions across campus.

"Ladies, may I interject?"

A guy cleared his throat, interrupting the girls.

"What's up?"

Milk Candy turned her head.

"Milk Candy, are you also thinking about applying?"

While asking, Su Zelin thought to himself, with Milk Candy's generous nature, they could probably attract quite a number of customers.

"Not really, I just happened to pass by today and saw it, so I thought I'd mention it!"

Milk Tea's response left Su Zelin feeling a bit regretful, as if he'd instantly lost millions.

"By the way, the post by Fengyin Chenming on the campus BBS was rather well-written, a bit flamboyant too, with quite a knack for photography. The photos taken are very beautiful. Class rep, it really resembles your style. Is it you, by any chance?"

As soon as Ding Linna raised this question, everyone's gaze fell on Su Zelin.

Whoa, Nanaz's intuition is sharp, she actually figured it out.

Su Zelin was slightly surprised, but remained composed as he said, "How could it be? I'm not that bored. Being the class rep, I'm very busy, you know. Who has the time to run around campus taking photos all day!"

"Come on, you're busy? There's no class rep more laid-back than you in the whole finance academy. You leave everything to the vice class rep, Ah Xi, you'll wear him out sooner or later!"

Jelly from 501 was indignant.

Luo Xi: "..."

Seems like this joke just never ends.

...

After class, Su Zelin let the others leave first, staying behind to have a private chat with Luo Xi.

These two often had their own side projects, so everyone was used to it.

"Ah Xi, that digital store is about to open soon. I've been paying attention. Having Wanyin work part-time there should be great, given the elegant environment, the flexible schedule that doesn't require late-night shifts, and the boss is likely a rich guy, probably even handsome..."

Luo Xi: "?"

Well, I believe he's rich, but how do you know he's handsome?

Su Zelin cleared his throat: "Anyway, I think it's quite suitable for Wanyin. The store will be officially recruiting part-timers in the coming days. Did you talk to Wanyin about going for an interview?"

"We talked about it!"

Luo Xi nodded, but then said worryingly, "But Wanyin said she doesn't plan to apply."

"Why not?" 𝕗𝐫𝚎𝗲𝘄𝐞𝕓𝐧𝕠𝘃𝕖𝐥.𝐜𝚘𝚖

Su Zelin furrowed his brow.

"She's a bit scared. She said that such a good store will have fierce competition and that with her own skills and conditions, she wouldn't stand a chance!"

Luo Xi felt a bit helpless.

This girl, deep down, actually feels a bit insecure.

The store's decor is very stylish, and it's predictable that there will be many applicants. She even feels unworthy of a part-time job there.

"How could that be? Wanyin is great! She's good-looking, hardworking, and it says right in the job ad that they prioritize students in need. She's got a strong advantage!"

Su Zelin just couldn't understand.

"I tried to persuade Wanyin too, but she's just too scared to go. She said her speech is too clumsy, and she'd only make a fool of herself. Sigh, I really don't know what to do!"

Luo Xi talked to Liuu Wanyin a few times but was at her wit's end too.

Su Zelin kept silent and lowered his head.

The guy felt that this was more than just low self-esteem.

Even Lu Haoran, who was also a bit insecure, actively participated in campus volunteer activities.

Moreover, Liuu Wanyi really needed this part-time job, and there's no reason to be so insecure that she'd be afraid to even attend the interview. There must be another reason.

Luo Xi knew him well. At this moment, Su Zelin's mind was in overdrive, so it was better not to disturb him.

After a while, Su Zelin looked up, seeming to have found the answer: "Hmm, I get it. Wanyin might be experiencing some social anxiety!"

"Social anxiety?"

Luo Xi was puzzled.

This term hadn't made its way online back then, so she hadn't heard of it.

"It's social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia!"

Su Zelin explained: "The symptoms include being afraid of being scrutinized in small groups. Once they realize others are paying attention to them, they become very self-conscious, avoid eye contact, and sometimes feel like they want to disappear, avoiding speaking in public or sitting in conspicuous places during gatherings!"

"Yes, yes, that's exactly how Wanyin is. In class, she always sits in the corner, and she doesn't talk much even with her dorm mates!"

Luo Xi nodded vigorously, feeling that Su Zelin's description of social anxiety was quite accurate.

"To put it bluntly, this is a kind of psychological disorder. It usually appears between the ages of seventeen and thirty among young people who are introverted and insecure!"

"Common sources of fear for those with social anxiety are the opposite sex and supervisors, and it can be accompanied by signs of low self-esteem and fear of criticism!"