Gu Qili used to dislike the New Year because it meant she was getting a year older, but this year was different. Considering her illness, this might be the last New Year she would spend with Mu Shuoqian.
After finishing the dumplings, everyone went outside to set off fireworks. Gu Qili, afraid of the noisy ones, joined Mu Qinian in setting off children's fireworks, which prompted Mu Qinian to roll his eyes several times.
After setting off fireworks and offering New Year's greetings, Mu Qinian received three big red envelopes. Although no one mentioned his birthday, he let it go in light of the red envelopes.
The New Year was exceptionally lively because of the family reunion, and Gu Qili's spirit improved a lot. She didn't rest in her room until after twelve o'clock.
No sooner had she entered her room than Mu Qinian followed her in.
"Niannian, why aren't you sleeping yet?" She gently pulled him to sit on the bed, her tender and loving gaze completely exposed.
