J City

Noon on New Year's Eve, the streets of J City were alive with the buzz of celebration. Festive lights adorned every corner, and laughter filled the air, creating an atmosphere ripe with holiday spirit.

Following his family's tradition of having dumplings for New Year's Eve lunch, Robin boiled a bag of dumplings and absentmindedly placed the plate on the dining table. He checked his phone again, but there was still no reply from Sophia.

The thought of her cold indifference made his heart ache with disappointment, and he lost all appetite for the dumplings.

He opened a bottle of wine instead and poured himself a full glass, downing it in one gulp.

Where did he go wrong?

Diana had come to J City seeking refuge with him; couldn't he take care of her?

Sophia used to be so understanding. He had fallen for her simplicity and kindness. Why couldn't she see things from his perspective now?

He continued to drink, quickly finishing half the bottle.

"Knock, knock, knock!"

door. He frowned, wondering who could be visiting him, and got up to

a thermal container, with a gentle smile on her face. "Have you eaten? I made some dishes

to New Year's!" Diana entered, glancing at him softly. "So, I had to stay back

chuckled lightly, "You weren't planning on having just that for lunch, were you?" "I

it's New Year's Eve;

Diana's soft laughter filled the room as she began setting the dishes she brought on the

have a proper New

hometown made Robin feel a warmth he hadn't

I've been in J City," Diana replied,

her, Robin smiled. "I didn't know you

had to pick up cooking. It's the only way to eat

him. "Try it and let me know what you think!" After tasting the dishes, Robin nodded,

beamed with happiness. "Thanks for

poured herself a glass, and raised it with a

to you first, to thank you for all your support over

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