Two people sat opposite each other in silence, one mute, the other eerily quiet, neither breaking the calm.
Just like their relationship, they both felt a hint of interest from the other, but the silence made it impossible to confirm their suspicions.
The longer the silence, the harder it became to make the first move.
Li Jinnian had too many reservations; he knew his job was fraught with danger and that he could sacrifice his life for his country at any time. His time was too scarce, too occupied, and he hadn't even taken proper care of his family, let alone delay a girl as warm as the sunshine.
It was undeniable that Zhou Niannian's positive, sunny smile had initially captivated Li Jinnian. The scene at the train station was still vivid in his memory, sometimes even coming back in his midnight dreams.
