Three years after our breakup, you came back to China, and I'm just giving up. Why are you cryi

The winter evening breeze carries the unique moisture of the Yongjiang River, brushing against the green plants on the riverbank, and the branches exude a light and elegant fragrance of grass and trees.

A cool breeze caressed his face, gentle and soothing, gradually calming the confusion that had been building up in Lu Hao's heart, allowing his restless mind to slowly settle down and return to peace.

The night was deep, and the dark river surged ceaselessly, its waves crashing against the hard rocks on the shore, creating a series of loud splashes. Water droplets flew up and were carried by the wind, wetting the two men's shoes and trouser legs, bringing a chill.

On the stone platform overlooking the river, Lu Hao and Xiao Xiyue sat side by side on the edge of the platform, their legs dangling in the air, swinging freely, letting the river breeze caress their faces and the water droplets wet their clothes.

On the stone table were the late-night snacks the two had bought along the way: braised chicken legs, fried snacks, and ice-cold beer.

Lu Hao grabbed a large chicken leg, tore off a big chunk of meat, and swallowed it without much chewing. Then he grabbed a beer from the side and gulped it down.

The icy liquor slid down his throat and into his stomach, instantly engulfing his entire body and causing him to shiver uncontrollably. Yet, this extreme coolness left him feeling refreshed and exceptionally comfortable.

Xiao Xiyue couldn't help but chuckle as she watched him wolf down his food, her voice soft and doting:

"Eat slowly, no one's going to take it from you, there's no need to rush."

While continuing to gnaw on his chicken leg, Lu Hao mumbled, "I'm so hungry, I haven't eaten anything all day."

"You're really silly. How can you not eat?" Xiao Xiyue frowned slightly, her tone tinged with heartache.

Lu Hao looked at her, raised an eyebrow, and teased, "You talk as if you ate it?"

Xiao Xiyue pursed her lips, not answering Lu Hao's question. She simply turned her head to look at the dark, surging river, pretending to admire the night view.

Seeing her adorably embarrassed expression, Lu Hao gently offered her the half-eaten chicken leg he had been eating.

"Have a bite, I can't be the only one eating."

Xiao Xiyue tilted her head back slightly, a faint smile in her eyes, feigning disdain as she declined.

"You've already eaten from this, I don't want it."

"Mine has added some ingredients, it tastes even better."

Xiao Xiyue's smile deepened, her alluring peach blossom eyes blinking gently, her gaze both sweet and seductive: "What's the story?"

"You'll know once you take a bite," Lu Hao insisted, bringing the chicken leg to her lips.

Xiao Xiyue smiled faintly, her eyebrows curving upwards, and bit off a small piece of chicken with her small, rosy lips.

She chewed it carefully for a couple of moments, then closed her eyes, pretending to savor the taste.

"How is it? Isn't it delicious?"

Xiao Xiyue slowly opened her eyes, her voice sweet and clear: "Hmm, besides the aroma of the chicken itself, there's also a faint scent of love, it's very sweet."

"Hahaha!" Lu Hao laughed loudly.

Neither of them spoke, quietly nestled together on the stone platform by the river, sharing a simple late-night snack.

Sipping the cold beer and eating a few snacks gradually calmed my restless heart.

After eating and drinking his fill, Lu Hao lay down flat, crossed his arms behind his head, looked up at the dark night sky, and murmured softly.

"Looks like it's going to rain."

Xiao Xiyue lay down beside Lu Hao, her soft body pressed tightly against him, her head resting on his chest.

Her slender, pale index finger lazily traced circles on Lu Hao's chest as she softly asked, "Do you want to get rained on?"

"Getting caught in the rain like this will make you catch a cold."

"What are you afraid of? We'll go home and take a shower after we get soaked in the rain."

Lu Hao was somewhat tempted.

He desperately wanted a torrential downpour to wash away the selfishness, confusion, and unbearable feelings in his heart, to cleanse his filthy soul, and to bring him back to his senses.

After a moment of silence, he shook his head: "But we don't know when the rain will actually start."

"Then let's wait." Xiao Xiyue's tone was extremely firm, and she nuzzled her head slightly against his chest. "We'll stay here and wait for the rain to fall."

Lu Hao lowered his head slightly, his gaze gently falling on the top of the girl's head in his arms. "Wait? But what if it's dawn and the rain still hasn't started?"

"Then we'll wait until it gets dark, and the rain will eventually fall."

"Is the answer also?"

"Um……"

Lu Hao fell silent, slowly closed his eyes, and enjoyed the rare peace he had found.

A gentle river breeze caressed my body, carrying the fresh scent of damp grass and trees. The ceaseless sound of the Yong River's waves filled my ears, and Xiao Xiyue's softness and warmth enveloped me in my arms, a comforting and heartwarming feeling.

All his anxiety was gently soothed in that moment. As his body and mind relaxed, drowsiness swept over him, and Lu Hao, relying on this sense of security, unknowingly drifted off into a deep sleep.

He didn't know how much time had passed when a raindrop fell on his cheek, followed by a downpour that woke him up.

A torrential downpour enveloped both banks of the Yongjiang River, drowning out the sound of the river's waves.

Lu Hao sat up straight and immediately reached out to pull Xiao Xiyue into his arms, shielding her from the torrential rain with his own body, and sighed softly:

"This rain is quite heavy."

Xiao Xiyue nestled in his arms, feeling the raging wind and rain, her eyes showing no panic, but rather an extraordinary relaxation, as she softly chuckled:

"Since you're going to get rained on anyway, why bother about how heavy or light the rain is?"

Lu Hao lowered his head and looked deeply into the gentle eyes of the girl in his arms.

The confusion in my heart gradually dissipated at this moment, and my originally cloudy eyes became clear and firm.

He got up, took off his coat, and draped it over Xiao Xiyue's head. Then he bent down and silently picked up the trash scattered on the stone platform.

After he finished packing his things, he turned around and found that Xiao Xiyue had thrown the coat he had just covered her with onto the stone platform, her arms outstretched, her slender figure facing the wind and rain.

Lu Hao was both annoyed and amused, and couldn't help but retort, "No, you want to be Jiahao?"

"I'll only be considered Jiahao if someone sees me. Now that no one is seeing me, I can do whatever I want."

Lu Hao raised an eyebrow and chuckled, "Am I not human?"

Xiao Xiyue slowly turned her head, looking at Lu Hao beside her through the misty, torrential rain. Her eyes were clear and gentle as she asked a question:

"Would you laugh at me?"

Lu Hao laughed loudly. He walked to Xiao Xiyue's side, and imitating her, he opened his arms and raised his head to face the torrential rain.

The icy rain soaked through his hair and clothes, drenching him completely.

In the wind and rain, the cold was biting, yet incredibly stress-relieving.

"I'll stay with you, and if people see us, I'll be laughed at with you."

Xiao Xiyue smiled and took Lu Hao's hand.

The two stood side by side on the riverside stone platform, letting the torrential rain engulf them.

The pitch-black rain curtain enveloped the sky and earth, blurring the figures of the two people leaning on each other, while the sounds of wind, rain and river water mingled together.

On the tranquil riverbank, wisps of light laughter pierced through the heavy rain, drifting on the evening breeze of the Yong River into the distant depths of the night.