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

with a gentle smile on her face. "Have you eaten? I

close 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 with

cold dumplings and the half-finished bottle of wine. She chuckled lightly, "You weren't planning on having just

it's New Year's Eve;

eat anything?" Diana's soft laughter filled the room as she began setting the

from back home, still warm. Let's have a proper

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

thank me. You've looked after me since I've been in J City," Diana replied,

"I didn't know

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

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

with happiness.

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

you first, to thank you for all your support

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