10th January, 8:00 pm.
Wang Xiao found solace within the cocoon of a thick blanket, the room shrouded in darkness.
The soft glow of his phone illuminated his face as he idly scrolled through its contents.
In this intimate moment of quiet, an unexpected intrusion shattered the tranquility—a knock echoed against his closed door, prompting a furrowed brow.
"Xiao Wang, are you awake?" questioned a voice from beyond.
The query lingered in the air, leaving Wang Xiao to ponder the visitor's intent. 'What is she doing here? To make amends?' he wondered, his eyes momentarily fixated on the unlocked door.
With a decisive action, he powered off his phone and feigned slumber.
"Knock... Knock.. Xiao Wang?"
The persistent knocks reverberated through the silence, a rhythmic insistence that tested his resolve.
Outside, Xinyue Zhilan sighed audibly, the sound carrying a mix of frustration and determination.
