Chapter 377

Five years later.

Winter in Nordenton arrived early that year. It was only November, but a light snow had already fallen. It was not heavy, just enough to cover the ground with a thin white layer that felt soft underfoot.

"I heard there's going to be a heavy snowfall tonight. The highways will definitely be closed," Jensen said, glancing at the passenger seat. "Good thing you came back today."

Ariana, who was sitting in the passenger seat, had been away from Nordenton for five years. The passage of time seemed to have left no trace on her. Not only did she not look older, but she appeared even more radiant.

There was a new, captivating air of gentleness and serenity about her.

She rested her chin on her hand, looking at the stores outside the car window. Five years was not a particularly long or short time, but the city had changed quite a bit. Some of the old, established stores were still in business, though.

Ariana chuckled at Jensen's comment. "Sisi's engagement is such a