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Jian Yu wanted to decline Huo Qizhen's suggestion, "Your company has a lot of things to do."
"I'll make arrangements and it won't interfere with my work. But will it affect your company?"
"I'm doing fine. I just signed two new contracts in the past few days, so I can take a break."
Huo Qizhen nodded, "Then let's go!"
Spring comes late in the north, and it is still bitterly cold. I didn’t feel it on the plane, but as soon as the cabin door opened, a blast of cold air rushed in from outside. Even though I was wearing a cashmere coat, I still shivered instantly.
The air was alternating between hot and cold, and Jian Yu felt an itch on his chest. The next second, he started coughing.
Huo Qizhen quickly helped her wrap the scarf around her neck and gave her a few sips of hot water before she left the cabin.
Outside the cabin, the snow was pristine and pure.
Throughout the winter, Jian Yu was constantly preoccupied with one thing or another, leaving him no time to even appreciate the winter scenery.
At this moment, having come here specifically for a vacation, Jian Yu's eyes sparkled with surprise and anticipation.
On the silvery path, Jian Yu and Huo Qizhen walked hand in hand, side by side, a snowflake gently landing on Jian Yu's eyelashes---
The snowflakes in the North are much larger and purer than normal snowflakes; one snowflake completely blocked Jian Yu's view.
Jian Yu blinked, and another snowflake fell.
Jian Yu looked up at the vast expanse of white in the distance, her voice filled with joy, "It's snowing again!"
"Yes! It's going to snow for the next three days, so we can go to the Ice and Snow World."
"I've seen it online, it looks really fun."
"Have someone deliver the equipment to the hotel later. You can rest for a while, and we'll go have some fun tomorrow."
"OK!"
Huo Qizhen led Jian Yu into the reserved top-tier suite, where the tour guide, carrying a stack of brochures, was already waiting in the corridor.
Jian Yu was in high spirits and started chatting with the tour guide as soon as he entered the room.
The tour guide recommended several famous photo spots, almost all of which are outdoors.
Huo Qizhen rejected the idea after just one glance, saying, "Let me introduce a few fun indoor places first."
The tour guide was puzzled. "These are the most fun ones."
Huo Qizhen explained, "We've just arrived here, and Jian Yu still needs time to adjust. Staying indoors is a good way to avoid the biting cold wind, so she won't cough from being exposed to the cold wind for too long."
The reason we came here was because of the pollen and warm, humid air that would cause Chien Yu to cough incessantly in the spring. Naturally, Fok Kai-Ching also wanted to avoid places where he might cough due to cold air.
The tour guide nodded and changed the booklet.
"This book is all about indoors."
The tour guide introduced many things, and Jianyu chose the first option: indoor skiing.
Huo Qizhen picked up the brochure and looked through the detailed description. "Why is the ski resort so small?"
The tour guide quickly explained, "This is an indoor area with limited space. If you want a better experience, we also have a natural snow mountain project here."
Jian Yu knew that Huo Qizhen skied on natural snow mountains at high altitudes, and he definitely wouldn't like it if he suddenly went to an indoor rink.
"Let's look at the ice sculptures then!"
Huo Qizhen said, "Let's go skiing indoors! You can practice your skills here first, and I'll take you to ski on the mountain later."
Jian Yu nodded. "That works too."
The tour guide introduced many more activities, but Jian Yu felt there was too much to cover and that her body wouldn't be able to handle it.
"Let's leave it at that for now! We'll decide based on your physical condition later!"
The next day, Jian Yu woke up to find a heavy down jacket, a fluffy hat, and gloves on her bedside table.
Without even thinking, it's obvious that it was prepared by Huo Qizhen.
After breakfast, Jian Yu dressed neatly, carried her ski equipment, and followed Huo Qizhen to the ski resort to practice.
For Jian Yu, who had never skied before, just standing on the ski slope made her feel uneasy.
Huo Qizhen noticed her nervousness, gently took her hand, and encouraged her, "Don't be afraid, I'm here. I'll teach you, I promise you won't fall."
Jian Yu nodded, trying to appear less nervous, "Okay."
Under Huo Qizhen's guidance, Jian Yu began his first skiing experience.
Although Jian Yu's movements were clumsy and unfamiliar, with Huo Qizhen's help, he would not fall to the ground due to loss of balance, nor would he panic due to being unable to control his speed.
Jian Yu didn't know how Huo Qizhen could react so quickly. Whenever she was about to fall, he would always be the first to reach out his hand.
Gradually, Jian Yu began to master skiing skills.
Before long, he was able to glide smoothly on the snow track.
Encouraged by Huo Qizhen, Jian Yu unconsciously sped up, speeding down the ski slope and smoothly gliding from the top to the bottom.
"Wow! I can finally slide down by myself!"
Jian Yu screamed excitedly, and Huo Qizhen followed closely behind her. Seeing this, he gave her a doting smile.
When I returned, the streets were already bathed in a soft, silvery light.
Every streetlamp was adorned with a dreamlike glow by the swirling white snow.
Huo Qizhen, holding an umbrella, led Jian Yu across the road back to the hotel.
Despite the biting cold wind, Jian Yu, wrapped tightly in Huo Qizhen's clothes, felt no chill at all.
The atmosphere was wonderful, and Jianyu kept chattering away.
That evening, Huo Qizhen also massaged Jian Yu's legs.
Jian Yu slept very soundly that night, dreaming about the activities he would do the next day.
Unexpectedly, Jian Yu canceled her trip the next day because of sore legs.
The tour guide, who had excitedly arrived early in the morning, was speechless.
No way!
I only played for a short while yesterday, and even applied essential oil to relieve the fatigue, but I still couldn't continue playing because of the pain.
Jian Yu felt a little unwell, and Huo Qizhen became very nervous, immediately sending the tour guide back.
No work required, yet still paid.
The tour guide immediately left, beaming with joy.
Jianyu rested for two days.
In the early morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the gaps in the curtains. Jian Yu sat up groggily, feeling that her legs were not as uncomfortable as they had been the previous two days.
After changing my clothes and opening the curtains, sunlight instantly filled every corner of the room.
Jian Yu stretched and, following the faint sounds coming from within, went to the living room.
Sure enough, Kenneth Fok was having a video conference with the board of directors.
Jian Yu tiptoed toward the kitchen.
There were many breakfast items in the insulated basket.
Jian Yu grabbed two items and sat down at the table. While she was having breakfast, Huo Qizhen was still in a meeting and didn't notice that she had woken up.
Jian Yu chose a corner to sit in, and began contacting his assistant while holding his tablet.
How's the company doing lately? Is there any work I need to handle?
Jian Yu was eagerly anticipating that her assistant would be like Huo Qizhen's chief secretary, telling her that there was a lot of work to be done today.
In response, the assistant simply replied with a few words: No!
Jian Yu's high spirits instantly deflated, okay!
The assistant then added that the final payment for the short drama "Love and Death" arrived yesterday, and the return was 180 times.
Jianyu replied with an "Oh!"
Because Jian Yu was busy, the assistant quickly said, "President Jian, please take good care of yourself while you're away. Don't worry about company matters; we'll handle them."
Jian Yu silently turned off the tablet.
Another hour passed before Huo Qizhen's meeting finally ended.
Jian Yu's attention was focused on the matching game in his hand. Huo Qizhen walked over and noticed that Jian Yu's fingers were leaving afterimages as they swiped across the screen.
With a burst of fireworks, Jian Yu breathed a sigh of relief.
I finally passed the level!
Huo Qizhen chuckled, "Staring so intently, doesn't your eye hurt?"
He reached out and helped Jian Yu close her eyes, gently massaging them. "Don't use your eyes like that in the future, it's very harmful to your eyesight."
"good."
I've been here for a few days now, and apart from eating out on the first day, I've eaten at the hotel the rest of the time.
At noon, Jian Yu and Huo Qizhen explored the local specialty snacks together.
In the evening, they sat in a warm café, watching the sun gradually set. Jian Yu's eyes reddened, and she felt a sense of unreality about the cozy life she had now.
Huo Qizhen, who was paying close attention to Jian Yu's reactions, naturally noticed the change in her. "What's wrong? Are your eyes bothering you?"
Jian Yu shook his head. "No, it's just that my current life makes me feel unreal."
Why would it be unrealistic?
yes!
Why does it feel unreal?
Jian Yu thought about it and realized that perhaps she was just too happy at that moment!
The streetlights slowly came on, and Huo Qizhen, holding Jian Yu's hand, walked slowly across the snow.
Listening to the crunching sound of the snow underfoot, Jian Yu looked down and saw two long sets of footprints behind her. She remarked, "Don't you think it's a waste of your time to come out with me?"
Huo Qizhen looked intently into Jian Yu's eyes, "Why do you think it's a waste of time?"
Jianyu: "A casual question."
Huo Qizhen knew it wasn't just a casual question. Thinking about Jian Yu's terrible relationship with his family, he had a good idea of what was going on.
"Accompanying you to do things is never a waste of time."
Jian Yu knew that Huo Qizhen was speaking from the heart, so she smiled and said, "What if I want to live here indefinitely?"
"Then I'll buy a big house here and renovate it nicely."
What if I don't want to stay here anymore?
"Then let's go somewhere else."
Where should we change to?
"Wherever you like, we'll live there. Anyway, your boyfriend is rich; he can afford a house anywhere."
Jian Yu pretended to think about it, "Then I'll have to think about it carefully."
"Take your time to think about it! It counts whenever you remember it."
Gradually, fewer and fewer people appeared on the street.
Huo Qizhen was worried that Jian Yu would get sick if she stayed outdoors for too long, so he took her back.
The two strolled along the quiet street, breathing in the crisp, dry air. Jian Yu was pleasantly surprised to find that she hadn't coughed since arriving here.
Thinking about how every morning when she woke up there would be a cup of warm honey water prepared for her to soothe her throat by her bedside, and how at night she could feel Huo Qizhen gently covering her with a blanket, Jian Yu felt a warmth in her heart. Huo Qizhen truly cared about her health.
Next, the ice and snow began to melt.
"It's such a shame I can't go ice fishing."
Jian Yu felt a little regretful; she should have known better than to stay indoors for so many days.
"You really like ice fishing?"
Jian Yu shook his head. "No, I wanted to go fishing with you."
Huo Qizhen laughed and said, "Ice fishing is too cold and takes too long. You won't be able to stand being outside for too long."
That's true.
Therefore, Jianyu stopped worrying about it.
At night, Jian Yu and Huo Qizhen sat in the warm guesthouse, enjoying authentic northern cuisine and discussing the programs on TV with the others.
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