He prepared to prove himself with a practical demonstration, putting a great deal of thought into it, even while he ate.
Soon after, he was in a Starbucks where he spent 20 Work Points from the store to purchase a Mosquito Live Streaming Drone. As a piece of black technology from the System, this drone could switch perspectives according to Xia Liang's needs at any time. Not only was it discreet, but it also provided excellent image quality. The live stream's comments would also be projected directly onto Xia Liang's retinas.
Xia Liang casually ordered a coffee and started the stream.
Many viewers were still thinking about what he had said yesterday. Seeing him go live, a large number of them poured in. In a short while, the viewer count surpassed two hundred, and the comments started to flood the screen.
[Good afternoon, dog anchor!]
[The anchor is streaming early today, huh?]
[What are you teaching today? It's not just more armchair strategy, is it?]
[Huh? The anchor is dressed so sharply today. You aren't planning to give us a live demonstration, are you?]
"That's right, you guessed it!" Xia Liang flicked his hair, feigning a look of helplessness. "If I don't give you a practical demonstration, you'll always think I'm just an armchair strategist. This time, it's not just to prove myself. It's for you pack of dogs, so watch closely and learn!"
[Don't get too arrogant, dog anchor!]
[Let's see what you do when you get rejected!]
[So cocky! Do you think you're some kind of Casanova?]
[Waiting for the anchor to get shot down!]
...
Xia Liang didn't explain further, quietly activating a one-day Qingsheng Experience Card.
Suddenly, an indescribable feeling washed over him. His slight nervousness vanished, replaced by an eager anticipation. He switched the camera from a first-person to a third-person perspective. As the Mosquito Live Streaming Drone filmed the surroundings, Xia Liang began to explain.
"First, when you're trying to pick up girls, you need to know where to find them. Today is Sunday. Starbucks isn't too expensive, and the atmosphere is nice."
"You could basically call it a regular hangout spot for the average girl."
Sure enough, as the drone panned around, the audience could see groups of two or three girls sitting together, laughing and chatting.
[The dog anchor really knows how to pick a spot!]
[Wow! So many girls!]
[Say no more. I'm heading to a nearby Starbucks to copy the anchor's methods right now.]
[This is killing me! So many girls! Anchor, why aren't you making a move yet?]
[Come on, show us what you've got!]
Reading the comments, Xia Liang immediately turned the camera back to himself and rolled his eyes at them.
"Haste makes waste! Before you make a move, you must be fully prepared. Let me ask you all a question: which girl here do you think would be the easiest to get contact info from?"
Xia Liang posed the question, and the viewers immediately began discussing it amongst themselves.
[Anchor! I think it's the one on the left, the one dressed all young and pretty! See how happily she's laughing with her friend?]
[She seems carefree and open-minded. Asking for her contact info should be no problem at all.]
[Yeah, she's the type that looks really easy to approach.]
[You guys upstairs are experts! How did I not see that!]
...
"No, no, no!"
Just then, Xia Liang's voice cut in.
"No. If you try to strike up a conversation with those two, they'll ignore you."
Hearing this, the viewers were all bewildered.
[Why?]
[Same question. Did the anchor notice something?]
[Anchor, please explain!]
[I can't believe you guys upstairs. You're actually listening to what this kid is saying.]
...
Xia Liang ignored the skeptical comments and began to explain.
"They're clearly office workers from a nearby company, taking advantage of their rare Sunday off to have some afternoon tea."
Evidently, not many people believed him, and they voiced their doubts.
[How can you tell they're office workers?]
[Exactly, and that they work nearby?]
[Who do you think you are, Detective Conan?]
[Forget it, everyone. I thought we might learn something, but it's just a lot of talk.]
...
Xia Liang just smiled at the string of doubtful comments.
He pointed a finger.
"Look, everyone!"
The two girls he indicated were greeting a waiter, laughing and talking with him.
"See that? That's the first piece of evidence. They're very familiar with the staff here, which means they must be regulars. Coming to this Starbucks is a habit for them. Also, look at their posture."
"Their bodies are tilted slightly back, their hips only take up half the seat, and their necks are supported. This is a common posture for office workers. Since they sit for long periods, this posture allows them to release pressure from their neck onto the support, which helps avoid fatigue."
"Now, look at what they're wearing. Those are designer brands, and their clothes likely cost several hundred yuan per item. This indicates they have solid financial standing, which fits the profile of an office worker."
"Office workers have their own social circles. If you don't have a certain level of financial stability, they'll ignore you outright if you approach them recklessly."
As Xia Liang finished his analysis, the stream fell silent. A moment later, the comments exploded.
[6666666!]
[Dude, are you the reincarnation of Detective Conan? You're a master analyst!]
[Honey! Come and look! Is this the kind of attention to detail you were talking about? I finally get it!]
[The anchor's attention to detail is insane!]
[I bow down to you, anchor!]
...
Amidst the worshipful comments from the crowd, Xia Liang calmly gestured as if to quiet them.
"Let's be modest here. If I didn't have some skills, how could I dare teach you all? Take your time and learn. Anyway, that's enough analysis. Now, let's get to the practical application! You can pick any girl, and I'll go get her contact information."
As soon as he said this, the entire live stream erupted.
[He's so cocky! This anchor is insane!]
[Someone pick a high-difficulty target for our master! Otherwise, it won't be a challenge!]
[The one at six o'clock! She has a cold, aloof vibe! I think she's a good target!]
[The girl sitting in the middle at twelve o'clock!]
[Nice, she looks very quiet and shy. Definitely a good girl!]
[That's right! She's with four of her friends! For a good girl like that, if the anchor singles her out, he'll just anger her friends. They'll definitely stop him.]
The viewers all agreed that this made sense.
[The good girl!]
[The good girl!]
...
Instantly, the same comment flooded the screen.
A faint smile touched Xia Liang's lips.
"A group of friends, is it? That makes it a bit difficult, but... not difficult enough! Watch and learn, everyone. This is a textbook pickup!"
With that, Xia Liang stood up and walked toward the twelve o'clock position.
Five girls were sitting there. They were all freshmen from Tianmei University, an entire dorm out for a gathering.
As Xia Liang walked over to their table, he instantly drew the attention of all five girls. The audience in the stream held their breath, curious to see how he would break the ice.