How Do I Look?

"Ah... so exhausting."

Liliana threw herself on the couch in her office. She was so tired after being exploited by her own friend. The simple photoshoot session became not so easy due to Nancy's demands.

After Ms. Chang and Ms. Qiao helped put on some wigs and make-up for Liliana and Lucas, Nancy dragged both of them for photo-taking. They used a corner of the breakroom as a backdrop.

"Don't worry, I'll edit the background later. You two just follow my lead."

Thus, began the episode of Liliana and Lucas being extorted by the cafe manager. The session ended in an hour but, it felt like days to them, the novice models.

Because the Night of Sevens Festival celebrated the annual union of the weaver girl and the cowherd, some of the poses required Liliana and Lucas to act like a pair of lovers.

And...

"I've thought of something new for the event. Lili, Mr. Liu, be prepared to do a small act."

Those words sounded so ominous to them.