Chen Xiaoxiao asked the front desk staff and learned that there was a shoe store not far away. Without even saying thank you, she turned and hurried off. She had to pick up the pace, or she wouldn't have a chance to shine later.
As soon as Chen Xiaoxiao stepped out of the hotel entrance, a warm drop landed on her neck. She subconsciously touched the spot and pulled her hand back to find a glob of bird droppings! She almost lost her mind, cursing as she wiped it off. As she walked and wiped, she didn't notice a banana peel on the ground. Combined with her broken high heel, she slipped the moment she stepped on it, landing hard on her backside against the steps. The pain brought tears to her eyes, and she felt as if her tailbone might have snapped.
She forced herself to stand up through the pain, but she hadn't taken two steps before a large truck sped by, hitting a puddle right next to the sidewalk. Her eyes widened, her mouth agape; before she could even scream, a splash of muddy water hit her square in the face. Her face—which she boasted never needed makeup—was now patched with yellow and white grime, and her hair was soaked. She looked utterly miserable. Chen Xiaoxiao was so unlucky she felt like crying—how was she supposed to leave a good impression on Third Master Li like this?
Chapter 23