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!"

was a knock at the door. He frowned, wondering who could be visiting him, and got up to answer

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

to New Year's!" Diana entered, glancing at him softly. "So, I had to stay back for the holidays. Knowing you were here too, I thought I'd spend New Year's Eve

the half-finished bottle of wine. She chuckled

it's New Year's Eve; how

just eat anything?" Diana's soft laughter filled the room as

still warm. Let's have a proper New Year's Eve meal together!"

made Robin feel a warmth he hadn't realized he was

looked after me since I've been in J City," Diana replied, grabbing some utensils.

opposite her, Robin smiled. "I didn't know you could cook this well.

own, I had to pick up cooking. It's the only way to eat whatever I

let me know what you think!" After tasting

beamed with happiness. "Thanks

half-empty bottle of wine, poured herself a glass, and raised it with a smile. "Since it's just the two of

you first, to thank you for all your support

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