Roses in Flames

Ye Yuntang's side.

My aunt and uncle's family have come over.

A table was set with a steaming hot reunion dinner.

Everyone clinked glasses and laughed continuously.

Before dinner, Ye Yuntang specially filmed a video of Xiao Lin and asked him what he was doing.

The message was sent out, but it disappeared without a trace.

He has not replied.

This is their first New Year together after they confirmed their relationship.

It meant a lot to her.

She wanted to video call him at midnight and be the first to wish him a Happy New Year.

But he didn't reply to her message.

Ye Yuntang reminded herself not to be so anxious; perhaps he was too busy with his family gathering, or maybe he had drunk too much...

She gave him countless reasons for not replying to his messages.

But I still feel a little empty inside.

Forget it, don't overthink it.

After the reunion dinner, some watched the Spring Festival Gala, while others played cards.

Her cousin dragged her to play mahjong.

The sounds of talking, shuffling cards, and laughter from the Spring Festival Gala created a lively and bustling atmosphere.

After playing a few hands of cards, Ye Yuntang's eyes would always drift to her phone.

He still hasn't replied to the message.

I don't know when it started, but snowflakes began to fall outside.

Ye Yuntang asked Ye Mo to come and play cards for her, and she went outside to take a look.

It really snowed.

Ye Yuntang couldn't help but exclaim "Wow!" After changing her shoes, she ran outside into the yard.

She reached out to catch the snowflakes falling from the sky.

A smile spread across her face, and she happily twirled around.

It hasn't snowed in Yecheng for the past two years.

Unexpectedly, it snowed on New Year's Eve this year.

Ye Yuntang was about to go back inside to get her phone to record the snowfall when car headlights suddenly came on outside the yard.

She was a little puzzled. Who could have come so late?

Ye Yuntang walked over and took a look.

Upon seeing this, she was stunned.

The car that drove up looked somewhat familiar.

Soon, the car stopped at the gate of the courtyard.

The driver's side door opened, and a tall, upright figure stepped out of the car.

Ye Yuntang's heart tightened suddenly.

She subconsciously took two steps forward, snowflakes landing on her eyelashes, making her tremble slightly.

After the man got out of the car, he looked at her.

Their eyes met.

He was still wearing the same black coat from the morning video, his eyebrows and eyes were deep and his features were distinct. He looked travel-worn, but his eyes were surprisingly bright.

It's him.

It's really him.

Ye Yuntang stood in the snow, completely stunned, seemingly forgetting even to breathe.

The world seemed to suddenly become quiet, with only the sound of her rapidly pounding heartbeat remaining.

He stood there in the heavy snow, gazing at her with deep eyes, his voice low and husky, yet incredibly clear, "I've come to keep you company on New Year's Eve."

Ye Yuntang felt a sudden, uncontrollable tingling in her nose.

It turns out he wasn't replying to messages because he had come all the way from northern Beijing.

He traveled over a thousand kilometers, rushing towards her without hesitation.

On New Year's Eve, a day for family reunions, he should have been with his family in northern Beijing.

She really didn't expect him to show up so suddenly.

Surprise, excitement, and disbelief welled up from the bottom of my heart and were reflected on my face.

Her eyes were filled with starlight as she looked at him.

The next second, she could no longer control her emotions and ran towards him, stepping on the thin layer of snow on the ground.

He simply opened his arms and caught her steadily.

He pulled her tightly into his coat, shielding her from all the wind and snow.

She buried her face in his chest, inhaling his familiar and pleasant scent, and tears welled up in her eyes.

It wasn't sour or bitter, but rather sweet and blissful.

After an unknown amount of time, she looked up from his embrace.

Looking at his sharply defined jawline, she asked softly, "Why are you here? Am I...dreaming?"

He looked down at the shimmering light in her eyes, and gently placed his thin lips on her eyelids. "For our first New Year together, I want to stay with you until midnight."

She buried her face in his chest again.

The snow was still falling, and she could clearly hear her own heart pounding like thunder.

"Don't push, don't push, I haven't even seen what Xiao Mo's brother-in-law looks like yet."

"Wow, he's so tall and has such a commanding presence. He seems much stronger than that Fu Shili."

Ye Mo immediately glared at the person who spoke, "Don't mention scumbags during the New Year. He's not even in the same league as my brother-in-law."

Hearing the gossip, Ye Yuntang turned around and glanced back.

The entrance was crowded with people.

Xiao Mo, her cousins, and her younger cousins ​​all crowded there, their eyes sparkling as they stared at her and Xiao Lin, gossipy and excited.

Ye Yuntang, her cheeks burning, stepped back from Xiao Lin's embrace. After taking a deep breath, she looked at him and asked, "Do you want to come inside with me?"

There are too many people in the family, and she's afraid he won't be willing.

Xiao Lin nodded. "Wait a minute, I brought something."

He turned around and opened the trunk.

The trunk was full of gifts.

The high-end tonics, nutritional supplements, tobacco, alcohol, and tea prepared for Song Xuan were all carefully selected.

There are also two sets of high-end skincare products, "recommended by Huanhuan, one set for you and one set for your aunt."

Not only that, there are also limited edition Lego sets that Ye Mo likes.

He gave each of those who didn't receive a gift a red envelope containing 1,000 yuan.

The cousins ​​were all overjoyed to receive the red envelopes.

"Xiao Mo, your brother-in-law is so handsome and generous!"

"My God, she and Sister Yuntang are such a perfect match. When they stand together, I feel they are even more eye-catching than the stars in the Chinese entertainment industry."

When Song Xuan saw Xiao Lin arrive, she was both surprised and delighted. "You silly child, you came all this way, but why did you bring so many gifts?"

"Auntie, I'd like to wish you a Happy New Year in advance. I apologize for the intrusion on New Year's Eve. I hope you won't mind the small gift."

"What are you saying, child?" Song Xuan feigned reproach, gently patting Xiao Lin's arm. "Just coming is the greatest gesture; bringing so much stuff is too much of a formality."

Ye Yuntang's aunt and uncle had never met Xiao Lin. They had heard Song Xuan mention that Yuntang had found a boyfriend, but they didn't expect him to be even more handsome and tall than Song Xuan had described.

The eyes of everyone in the room were drawn to Xiao Lin.

He was truly outstanding in appearance. When he took off his wool coat, he had broad shoulders, a narrow waist, deep-set eyes, and a cool and noble demeanor.

His words and actions clearly indicate that he is not from an ordinary family.

Greet elders, offer them things, offer them a seat, and pour them tea—the actions are natural and thoughtful.

He was also very patient in dealing with the various questions from Ye Yuntang's cousins.

Uncle and aunt, uncle and aunt, exchanged greetings with smiles, and all gave Song Xuan a thumbs up.

"Xiao Xiao is good-looking and has a good temperament, better than Fu Shili."

"Polite, well-mannered, and not condescending; he looks mature and composed."

"They traveled a long way during the Chinese New Year, bringing a car full of gifts. They've thought of everything. They're reliable and trustworthy, which puts my mind at ease."

Song Xuan grinned from ear to ear, "It's because Yun Tang has good taste."

In her heart, she had already accepted this prospective son-in-law.