Almost immediately, more fireworks shot up into the sky. The sky was illuminated. The rooftop became brighter, enveloping the two kissing figures. Watching this scene, Gale could not help but feel tears welling up in her eyes.Her best friend was starting to find happiness.From now on, there will be someone who knows her ups and downs, understands her thoughts, accompanies her when she needs it most, protects her, loves her, respects her, and cherishes her."Galey," Shawn suddenly called her."Yeah?"She responded, but she did not hear him continue. Gale was puzzled. She looked up at him, only to find his lips parted for a kiss. Shawn's lips were slightly cold, but they carried the familiar and comforting taste and scent she knew."I'm just taking advantage of this romantic atmosphere. I'll say one thing too... Galey, I love you."Gale returned his kiss. Her eyes were still teary, but she genuinely smiled. This fireworks display continued for a half-hour, lighting up half the s
Gale took a deep breath, trying hard to appear normal and calm. "Let's go. Let's not disturb them.""Okay."Shawn glanced at the embracing figures, a hint of satisfaction flickering in his eyes. Joe and Summer were finally together. They had trusted fate and kept their determination. After so many years of being apart, they should cherish each other more.Shawn wrapped his arm around Gale's shoulder and left the rooftop, tidying up her tousled hair. Perhaps it was the deep bond between best friends or their telepathy, but Summer turned around and glanced back. She happened to see the elevator doors slowly closing. Gale also saw her and waved, saying something. They were too far apart for Summer to hear clearly, but she read Gale's lips. "Be happy."Summer nodded gently. "Shawn and Gale have left. Joe, how did you convince Gale to help you?" she said."Do I need to convince her? She volunteered to help me," Joe replied."She just wants me to be with you..."Joe answered, "Summer,
She did not know what was happening, but she ran with him. The wind whistled in their ears as they ran."Gale, where are you taking me?" Shawn asked."Just come with me."He was not running fast, but being tall with long legs, each of his strides was much bigger than Gale's, so she had to sprint to keep up with him. In Gale's impression, Shawn had always been calm, mature, and serious. No matter how urgent the matter, he would only walk fast and rarely run.She thought it was strange. Was there something urgent? All Gale could hear besides the sound of the wind was her own heartbeat. She looked at Shawn's profile, then at his hand, firmly holding her hand, interlocked fingers. Even if they kept running like this without stopping, Gale would still willingly follow him. She would do that to the ends of the earth."Galey, do you want to keep running aimlessly with me?" He breathed slightly heavily.Gale nodded decisively. "Yes."He smiled. At this moment, Shawn surprisingly had a b
From now on, there will always be a star for them.Gale admired the small, beautiful celestial body. "The star..."Shawn was right behind her, his sturdy embrace enveloping her, wrapping her in happiness. "Do you like it?" Gale nodded. "Yes, I really like it. It's the most special gift I've ever received.""That's not necessarily true.""Huh?" She blinked, puzzled, looking at him.Shawn flicked her nose. "We still have many years ahead. In the future, I'll give you many, many more gifts. Galey, what makes you think this is the most special gift you'll ever receive?"She smiled, her eyes sparkling. "Shawn, what else will you give me?""Whatever I can think of, whatever you want, whatever I have, I'll give it to you."Gale reached out, delicately grabbing his clothing. "You've given me the stars, what gift could surpass that?""There are more. Just wait for your gifts. One gift every year," Shawn said."Birthday gifts?"He raised an eyebrow. "Do I have to wait for your birth
"No, it's still missing something.""What's missing?""Your expression." Shawn cradled her face. "Galey, when you act cute, I'm completely defenseless."Under his many years of teaching, Gale was no longer as shy as before. She would initiate kisses on the cheeks or lips. She would laugh and smile innocently, saying playful things that tugged at his heartstrings.The current Gale carried a sense of detachment, avoiding intimacy. He knew what she was thinking, what she was concerned about. After the incident at the motel, she had become burdened with worries, and she was cautious and no longer as openly passionate as before.Shawn loved to see and adore the Gale from before, but who knew how long it would take for her to return to her former self and become truly her again?Shawn knew it was not going to happen anytime soon. The damage was too great, the scars too deep, and they would not heal quickly. He could only help her repair little by little."I..." Gale, of course, unders
"Um..."Gale opened her mouth but found herself unable to give an accurate answer.Yes, how long would it take? A month? Three months? Six months or even longer? Could Shawn endure such a long time?"You see, Gale, you don't even know." Shawn sighed. "I don't have to rush you. I can give you time to slowly emerge from the shadow of the past. But you must understand, we are forever husband and wife, forever able to do the most intimate things without reservation.""I'm sorry..." She tried to apologize again, but her words felt weak as they reached her lips.Sorry was truly the most useless phrase in the world."Shawn, don't push me, don't..." Gale shook her head, still holding onto his neck. "I know you want me to move on quickly, but I can't do it. I also want to go back to how things were before, but can we really go back?"He answered firmly, "We can."She looked into his eyes.Her reflection was mirrored in Shawn's pupils."Thank you, Shawn. You've always been on my side,
That night's events seemed to cast a spell over her, something she could not shake off in this lifetime. Shawn's tone was slightly solemn. "I've said it before, there's something fishy about this. I believe nothing happened between you and Aurum. It's just that I don't have evidence right now. Give me some time, and I can uncover the truth.""What if the truth is that something did happen between me and Aurum?"Gale lifted her head, looking into his eyes.Shawn furrowed his brow. "Why do you always think in the worst possible direction?""I don't dare to hope for anything because..."The greater the hope, the greater the disappointment. Gale is always prepared for the worst. That way, even if the worst outcome happened, she could accept it calmly. Watching her like this, Shawn felt nothing but heartache. However, there was nothing he could do. As husband and wife, he felt utterly powerless.Gale noticed the tense atmosphere and changed the subject, "Was I the first person to come
When he went down, his two kids had already finished their breakfast and were dressed for school.As soon as they saw him, Joshua ran over. "Shawn! Do you remember what you promised me?"His face was full of anticipation.Shawn looked at him. "I remember.""That's good, that's good." Joshua breathed a sigh of relief. After all, we both had the same surname. You can't break your promise to me, right?"He had been dreaming about his star! For the sake of a star, he could even accept a name change. If anyone still called him Joshua Warm, he would definitely correct them loudly, "My name is Joshua Wood!"It absolutely could not be wrong, especially not in front of Shawn.Nicole interjected, "But Joshua, the reason you have to have dad's surname is because you lost to me in rock-paper-scissors."Joshua's face dropped. After hesitating for a moment, he coughed. "When boys talk, girls don't interrupt."Nicole was not afraid of him at all, immediately turning to Shawn. "Daddy, look, J