Head-over-heels in love, everyday life.

The barbecue feast that had just concluded not only satisfied their cravings but also brought two young hearts closer together. The sizzling skewers on the grill, the clinking of beer mugs, and the flicker of light in each other’s eyes wove together an unforgettable night.

Lin Xinyu and Wang Zeyu walked down the street as the lights began to dim. Occasional night breezes carried the faint, lingering scent of smoke from the barbecue stalls, brushing softly against their faces. They walked home side by side, their shadows stretched long by the dim streetlights, as if the darkness itself were reluctant to let this precious time together slip away.

However, when the key turned in the lock with a soft click, Lin Xinyu’s mood shifted quietly.

She gently pulled her hand from Wang Zeyu’s warm grip and slowly lay down on the bed that had witnessed countless sweet dreams, a trace of imperceptible worry flickering in her eyes.

At night.

"I want to go back to the city," Lin Xinyu said suddenly, lying in Wang Zeyu’s arms. Her voice was exceptionally clear in the quiet bedroom, as if every word carried a heavy weight. "I’ve already been on leave for a week since the semester started; if I don't go back now, I’m afraid I’ll fall behind in my studies." As she said this, her gaze dropped slightly.

Hearing this, a pang of sorrow welled up in Wang Zeyu’s heart.

He understood that this relationship, which spanned both distance and time, while passionate and pure, had to face the trials of reality.

He held her tighter. "I know, your studies are important. But remember, no matter where you are, my heart is with you. Once you go back, we must cherish every opportunity we have to see each other."

Moonlight filtered through the half-drawn curtains, casting a soft glow over their entwined figures, draping the warm yet slightly melancholy scene in radiance. Lin Xinyu nestled in Wang Zeyu’s arms, feeling that silent support and understanding, her heart a complex mix of emotions. She knew that this parting was for the sake of a better reunion, and every reunion would make their love stronger and more precious.

The next day.

Wang Zeyu had bought the tickets back to the city early. Lin Xinyu was curled up in her warm quilt, breathing deeply and steadily, a sweet smile on her face, seemingly lost in a beautiful dream. Her long hair spread out like a waterfall, with a few strands playfully clinging to her cheeks, adding to her softness and vulnerability.

"Dong, dong, dong..." The alarm Wang Zeyu had specifically set went off, sounding particularly abrupt in the quiet morning. It pulled Lin Xinyu back from her sweet dream; she rubbed her sleepy eyes, a hint of annoyance mixed with her confusion.

"Mmm~ Do we have to leave so early?" Lin Xinyu’s voice was slightly husky.

Wang Zeyu didn't answer immediately; he just nodded silently. He walked to the window and gently pulled back the curtains, letting the first rays of morning sunlight fill the room and illuminate Lin Xinyu’s face.

Lin Xinyu sat up, her bare feet touching the cool tiles as she walked toward Wang Zeyu step by step. She reached out to gently stroke his cheek, and the two embraced tightly, as if to imprint each other deeply in their hearts, making this moment eternal.

They arrived back in the city by noon.

"Where do you want to go later?" Wang Zeyu asked, holding Lin Xinyu’s hand as they stepped out of the car.

"Let’s talk about it later; I’m a bit dizzy." Lin Xinyu was not used to cars like the one they had taken.

The moment she stepped through the front door, Lin Xinyu seemed to be pulled by an invisible force, running straight toward her beloved bed, which was full of warmth and peace. "Wow~ my precious bed~ I’ve missed you so much!" Before she finished speaking, she had already lunged toward it, burying her soft body deep into the familiar and cozy bedding, her face radiant with satisfaction and happiness.

However, this tranquility and joy did not last long before it was interrupted by a sudden voice. Just as she touched the edge of the bed, Lin Xinyu was gently pulled up by an invisible force. Looking up, she saw Wang Zeyu standing by the bed with a gentle smile, holding her makeup bag. "Time to do your makeup, baby. We’re going out soon~" His voice was full of doting and anticipation, trying to pull Lin Xinyu out of that gentle trap.

But Lin Xinyu clearly hadn't fully awakened from the embrace of the bed. Like a lazy cat, she tumbled back down, opening her arms to hold her precious bed tightly again, as if to merge all her fatigue and longing into this moment of tenderness. "Let me hold it for a little longer, just a little while..." she pouted, her eyes flickering with a reluctance to leave.

Wang Zeyu laughed helplessly. He knew Lin Xinyu’s temperament well and knew that persuading her now would be like playing the lute to a cow. So, he set down the makeup bag and began to tidy up the corners of the room.

She finally crawled out of bed and began the long process of applying makeup. Two and a half hours was undoubtedly an agonizing wait for the one waiting, but for Lin Xinyu, immersed in her world of self-adornment, it felt like the blink of an eye. She carefully selected each cosmetic item, meticulously drawing every detail, as if to condense all beauty into this very look.

Finally, when the last touch of lipstick graced her lips, Lin Xinyu smiled with satisfaction.

"I’m done, let’s go, let’s go!" she shouted excitedly, her voice filled with anticipation and thrill for the upcoming outing.

At that moment, Wang Zeyu was still deeply immersed in his game. Facing Lin Xinyu’s urging, he simply smiled, quickly closed the game, and stood up, ready to greet the night full of unknowns and surprises with her.