Chapter 103 - Lucky Charm
Today was the day of Zhen-Zhen's Educational Placement Examination. She needed to pass this exam so that she could proceed to college even though she didn't attend grade school and senior high school.
Since she's going to take an exam, Tristan chose a more suitable clothing for this occasion. Zhen-Zhen was now wearing a white collared shirt sleeve button up blouse matched with black pencil skirt which was below the knee. The black closed flat shoes completed the picture.
Her long wavy golden brown hair was tied up in a ponytail. She was just simply pretty whatever clothes she was wearing. She was like a muse that any dresses she would wear would still fit and look good on her.
With her light makeup matched with her tantalizing blue eyes and very charming smile, she would surely melt any men's heart. Both women and men couldn't help but pause for a moment to turn their head and glance at her direction.
Tristan was now staring at her in awe. He couldn't help but linger his eyes on her as he admired her breathtaking beauty.
'Why are you so gorgeous, Zhen? Is this because of the Demon God's genes? Now, I wonder what he looks like to be able to produce a goddess of beauty like Zhen-Zhen.' Tristan pondered to himself.
Now, Tristan was having a second thought to let Zhen-Zhen go out and explore. He was afraid that she would attract many predators once she's outside. She might become the Campus' Belle once she starts going to college. Many suitors would come lining up just to chase after her.
'Should I just let her take a home-based study?' Tristan thought to himself as he was worried about having competitors because he was certain that lots of men would try to get Zhe-Zhen's attention.
After a while, Tristan shook his head, disregarding his thoughts.
'I'm just overthinking. Why should I worry? Zhen-Zhen is faithful to me. Besides, I will soon become her lawful husband.' Tristan smiled at that thought while scratching his face.
"Tristan, do I look good or not?" Zhen-Zhen asked his opinion. She asked him that since she noticed the different expressions flashing on Tristan's face a while ago.
At first, he was shocked and seemed lost with his own thoughts. Then she saw him frowning, afterwards he began smiling. So Zhen-Zhen was confused. She didn't know whether he liked her appearance right now or not.
Tristan walked over to approach her. With a bright smile on his face, he responded to Zhen-Zhen's query.
"You look amazing. Very beautiful and gorgeous. You give me the vibe that you are about to nail it today and pass the exam!" Tristan said, giving her two thumbs up.
Zhen-Zhen let out a soft giggle after hearing Tristan's positive remarks.
"Thank you, Tristan. I will do my best today."
Tristan touched her face and softly said, "Yeah, I am not pressuring you, Zhen-Zhen. But you have to pass the exam no matter what. Remember, we will get married once you pass the exam!"
Zhen-Zhen bobbed her head while giving Tristan a reassuring smile. " I will be your wife, Tristan."
Tristan just nodded with a smile before grabbing her hand. "Let's go. Coming on time will also help you relax before taking the exam. We should not be late."
The two of them came out of Tristan's Condo while holding each other's hand. Tristan guided Zhen-Zhen to the front passenger seat. He opened the car door for her. After that he stepped into the car, sitting on the driver's seat. He took one last glance at her before turning the engine on.
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After fifteen minutes, Tristan and Zhen-Zhen reached the University of Imperial Knights where Zhen-Zhen's examination would be taking place. The exam would start at exactly 8:00 am and it would last for four hours. The time now was 7:15 am. So, Zhen-Zhen came 45 minutes early.
Zhen-Zhen was about to step out of the car when Tristan suddenly stopped her by grabbing her elbow. She turned to him with her confused look.
"What's wrong, Tristan?" Zhen-Zhen asked him curiously as she felt that his hand was cold.
Tristan was the one who was very nervous as if he was the one who would take the exam, not Zhen-Zhen. There was a hint of uncertainty in his hazel eyes. He was worried because he didn't know if Zhen-Zhen was hundred percent ready or prepared for this.
He couldn't help it. During their review sessions for the last three days, Zhen-Zhen still committed more mistakes. Somehow, he was in doubt if Zhen-Zhen could really pass the exam. He was freaking nervous for her. He wanted her to pass.
Meanwhile, Zhen-Zhen could sense Tristan's uneasiness. He was restless. So what she did was she held his hand, giving it a gentle squeeze to tell him that everything would be alright and he didn't need to worry so much.
Tristan just took a deep breath to calm his nervous heart. He understood her gesture. He wanted to trust her. He believed in Zhen-Zhen's capability. Because of that, he gained more confidence that Zhen-Zhen could do this.
Tristan glanced at her face intently. With so much sincerity in his voice, he told her, "Zhen-Zhen, I wish you all the best for this exam. Don't be nervous and concentrate well. Just remember everything that I taught you before. I will be here, waiting for you. Alright?"
He raised his free hand then he closed his fist, saying "So do your best! Zhen-Zhen, fighting!"
Zhen-Zhen's lips curled up into a warm smile as she bobbed her head.
"Tristan…"
"Hmm?"
"I think I need you to give me my lucky charm." Zhen-Zhen mumbled while looking at him with so much anticipation.
"Huh? Your lucky charm? What is it? Tell me? I'll get it for you. We still have time." Tristan asked her eagerly.
Zhen-Zhen bit her lower lip before saying, "This…"
Before Tristan could realize what happened, Zhen-Zhen's lips already sealed his lips. She kissed him. That was the lucky charm she was referring to- A Kiss from Tristan.