The October evening wind was still blowing, but the two of them, walking side by side, felt none of its chill.
Shen Yuan's fingertips unconsciously stroked the back of Li Zhi's hand. The delicate, soft warmth of her skin left him in a daze, yet it all felt incredibly real.
Li Zhi kept her eyes slightly lowered, only occasionally stealing a glance at the figure beside her before quickly looking away. Under the streetlights, the faint blush on her ears never seemed to fade.
As the night deepened, the residential complex grew quieter.
Just moments before, they could still spot the scattered figures of residents returning home late. Now, they were all gone. All that remained were a few steadfast streetlights and the occasional chirp of insects.
Shen Yuan felt Li Zhi gently tickle his palm with her fingertip, and he turned his head to look at her.
"...What is it?"
