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!"

frowned, wondering who could be visiting him, and got up to answer

was surprised to find Diana standing there, holding a thermal container, with a gentle smile on her face. "Have you eaten? I made some dishes and brought

"So, I had to stay back for the holidays. Knowing you were here

She chuckled

Year's Eve;

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

still warm. Let's have a proper New Year's

from his hometown made Robin feel a warmth he hadn't

since I've been

know

up cooking. It's

Robin some food, eagerly watching him. "Try it and let me know what you think!"

happiness. "Thanks for

herself a glass, and raised it with a smile. "Since it's just the two

to thank you for all

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