Night, Yuzhou.
Xue Yuantong sat on the cool electric bike. Neon lights flickered across the tall buildings on either side, while countless vehicles and pedestrians together formed a cityscape that never slept.
Yet everything was like a backdrop, flashing past in an instant.
Then new buildings, new vehicles, and new pedestrians appeared.
For a moment, she seemed to drift beyond the world.
After a brief daze—
"Jiang Ning, Jiang Ning!" Her clear voice rang out.
"I'm here."
The world might change beyond recognition, but he remained the same.
"Hehe." Xue Yuantong felt at ease. A smile bloomed across her pure little face, as though soft light rippled around her.
Jiang Ning held the handlebars and steadily guided the electric bike. "Why are you calling me?"
Xue Yuantong dragged out her words. "Nothing, I just wanted to call you."
Even when there was nothing wrong, Xue Yuantong always wanted to call his name. As long as he answered, she would be happy.
If Jiang Ning did not respond, Xue Yuantong would usually call a few more times. He would always answer in the end.
She had done this seemingly boring and childish thing many times. She did not know why, but she never tired of it.
Jiang Ning was very skilled at riding. He could always weave through streets and alleys with ease, but there were always places where the endless crowds blocked the way.
Ahead, the Pedestrian Street intersection was packed with people. Faced with the impassable crowd, Jiang Ning slowly reduced his speed.
The electric bike's imposing shape and dazzling lights drew many passersby's attention, and surprise appeared on their faces.
Xue Yuantong, seated in the back, felt a little uncomfortable. She shrank behind Jiang Ning and lowered her little head awkwardly. She was rarely watched by so many