Celebrating the New Year

The bustle of the Spring Festival gradually faded, and Shrek Academy returned to its usual tranquility. But for Tang Wulin and Tang Wutong, the New Year celebrations were not over yet. In this world, besides each other, they still had their dearest family—Grandpa Tang Hao and Grandma Ah Yin.

"Wulin, let's go to Sunset Forest." Tang Wutong sought out her younger brother, anticipation sparkling in her eyes. "We can't be the only two in the family celebrating here, can we? Grandpa and Grandma must be waiting for us."

Tang Wulin smiled and nodded. "Sis, I was thinking the same thing. Let's give Grandpa and Grandma a surprise."

The two packed a few special New Year treats made at the academy and set off for Sunset Forest. As they followed the familiar path, the little wooden cottage with its rustic charm gradually came into view.

In front of the cottage, Tang Hao sat in a reclining chair, resting with his eyes closed, while Ah Yin carefully tended a patch of blue silver grass nearby. At the sudden appearance of Tang Wulin and Tang Wutong, the two elders froze for a moment before radiant smiles spread across their faces.

"Grandpa, Grandma, we've come to wish you a happy New Year!" Tang Wulin and Tang Wutong called in unison, hurrying toward them.

"Good! Good! As long as you're home!" Tang Hao's voice caught slightly. He stood and firmly patted both grandchildren on the shoulders, his eyes filled with affection and pride.

Ah Yin was even more excited. She set down her work, hurried over, and wrapped both children tightly in her arms. "You've lost weight, both of you. Haven't you been eating well at the academy?"

"Grandma, we've been eating really well!" Tang Wutong nuzzled Ah Yin's shoulder affectionately. "We came back especially