The late afternoon sun painted the streets of Silverwood Heights in molten gold, glinting off the polished windows of modern apartments and the chrome of trams gliding silently down their tracks. It was a neighborhood known for its vibrant art scene, its tree-lined boulevards, and its open embrace of diversity, a perfect haven for Qiao Zhi and Gu Yangjin.
Their penthouse apartment, perched high with panoramic views of the city skyline merging with the distant, forested hills, was a testament to their union. Sleek, modern lines – a reflection of Qiao Zhi's sharp mind as a sought-after architect – softened by bursts of vibrant color, textured fabrics, and the undeniable presence of art – Gu Yangjin's domain as a celebrated contemporary painter. The air hummed faintly with the scent of linseed oil from Gu Yangjin's studio and the crisp ozone scent of the city filtered through open balcony doors.
