Had he noticed how hard I was struggling and worried I might get dizzy too?
Yu Xiuyuan shook his head. "I'm fine. This doesn't bother me. My clothes are just a little slippery."
Yun Chuan nodded, but concern lingered on his face, and he didn't let go.
Yu Xiuyuan hesitated for half a second. His fingers stayed still, letting Yun Chuan hold his hand.
Qiu Ziye's gaze landed on their clasped hands and lingered for a moment.
He lowered his eyes, keeping a polite curve on his lips.
Yet a dull ache struck his chest.
Lin Xi keenly sensed something off about the atmosphere and stepped in with a smile.
"You two go have fun. We just finished taking pictures and were about to take a break."
Yu Xiuyuan nodded goodbye. Only after walking some distance away did he pull his hand free.
Yun Chuan slowly curled his empty palm and tucked it into his pocket.
His feelings were a little complicated.
Should I actually thank Qiu Ziye?
They wandered around for less than another half hour before their phones vibrated at the same time.
The Production Team sent a message: Activities at Ice and Snow World have concluded. All groups, please gather your belongings and return to the parking lot.
Yu Xiuyuan sighed in relief. He was worn out from all the fun.
Yun Chuan still wanted more.
But he was already plenty satisfied.
On the ride back, warm air blasted through the car.
Yu Xiuyuan leaned against the window, watching the snowy scenery slowly drift past, and unwittingly yawned.
Yun Chuan turned to watch him for a while, then reached out and pressed his head onto his shoulder.
"I'll wake you when we get there."
Yu Xiuyuan's eyelids were already heavy. He mumbled an assent.
Without resisting, he