IP Chapter 85

Incurable Pain | Chapter 85

New Years Eve. Beginning of the New Year

Bai Xunyin was not someone who enjoyed festivals.

Whether it was May Day, National Day, Mid-Autumn Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, or even the Chinese New Year, which was most cherished by Chinese people, she had always been the kind of person who stayed away from the hustle and bustle.

Since she rarely went home after entering university, her sense of surprise for the holidays had faded even more.

It seemed as if she was naturally rootless, without any sense of belonging.

But things were a bit different when she was with Yu Luoyin.

Although he was rebellious and not very close to his family, his family background was still that of a prestigious family. Every Chinese New Year, they had to maintain a certain level of decorum.

Two days before New Years Eve, Yu Yuan frequently called Yu Luoyin, hinting that he must come back to the Yu family estate for New Yearsand bring Bai Xunyin along.

It was said that it was Yu Qianxiao, the patriarch of the Yu family, who specifically invited them.

After listening to the phone call, Yu Luoyin hung up and raised his eyebrows in a somewhat playful manner, brus.h.i.+ng his fluffy hair against Bai Xunyins chin, I feel like they mainly want to see you.

How about it?

Yu Luoyin raised his phone, Are we going?

Bai Xunyin remained silent for a moment, then asked slowly, What if we dont go?

It wont matter, Yu Luoyin couldnt help but chuckle, If we dont go, then we dont go.

For him, nothing was more important than seeing Bai Xunyin happy. Besides, spending New Years with those old folks couldnt compare to the comfort of being alone together.

Oh, Bai Xunyin nodded gently, Then lets go.

This swift change of the heart caught Yu Luoyin off guard.

I mean, Bai Xunyin looked at him quietly, her red lips slightly parted, a hint of cunning in her eyes, lets gospend New Years Eve at your place, and then on the second day, well go back to the ancient town.

Yu Luoyin remained stunned for about five seconds.

After he realized what was happening, he pounced on the girl like a predator, pinning her down on the couch, pressing her into the corner until she curled up into a ball.

Alright, baby, Yu Luoyin looked genuinely happy, his clear eyes full of joy, and he leaned down to give Bai Xunyin a deep kiss, You always surprise me unexpectedly.

Bai Xunyin didnt say anything, just smiled softly. She wrapped her arms around the mans neck, leaned in, and kissed Yu Luoyins lower lip, teasing and nibbling like a kitten.

When she took the initiative to be intimate, she always looked like this, restrained yet obedient, but every move was seductive and charming.

Yu Luoyin couldnt resist Bai Xunyins innocent seduction.

His black eyes darkened, and he took the lead in sucking on her soft lips, his long fingers reaching for the girls slender waist.

And so they spent the afternoon entangled with each other.

On New Years Eve, they returned to the Yu family estate at eight in the morning.

Visiting for the New Year naturally required bringing gifts. Bai Xunyin didnt know much about gift-giving etiquette, so she let Yu Luoyin arrange everything and simply took what he gave her.

Everyone in the Yu family estate was well-versed in worldly affairs. What good things hadnt they seen?

But the gifts Bai Xunyin brought were still well-received, and the joy on their faces couldnt be faked. Presumably, it was because these gifts were sent by Yu Luoyins girlfriend.

It seemed Yu Luoyin also knew what his family liked, but he just didnt express it often.

He was quite thoughtful and gentle. Bai Xunyin looked at Yu Luoyin, who was peeling oranges with a calm expression and lowered eyes, and her cold gaze softened little by little.

What are you looking at?

Yu Luoyin didnt turn his head but knew that Bai Xunyin was looking at him.

With a lowered voice and a hint of a smile, he said, Do you think Im incredibly handsome?

Second brother, can you stop being so narcissistic?

Before Bai Xunyin could speak, Yu s.h.i.+tian, who had accidentally overheard, couldnt stand it and felt like throwing up, looking at Yu Luoyin with disdain, Youve really been thick-skinned for ten years.

Im in a good mood today, so Ill forgive your insolence.

Yu Luoyin glanced at her disdainfully, sneered, and chuckled.

Bai Xunyin listened to the siblings bickering and couldnt help but smile.

Tch, brother, not to be rude, but youre not as handsome as my idol.

Yu s.h.i.+tian shrugged, threw the phone that she couldnt bear to take her eyes off of onto the table in front of Yu Luoyin and Bai Xunyin, and said decisively, Look, now thats what a real handsome guy looks like!

The screen showed a pale and refined face of a young man, with sharp and delicate features, his face smeared with blood. It seemed to be a still from a drama, with a somewhat obvious neurotic and pathological look in his eyes.

After Yu Luoyin and Bai Xunyin finished watching, they exchanged a tacit glance.

How about it? This is the hottest rising star lately, a crazy popular actor.

Yu s.h.i.+tian was beaming with pride, her eyes s.h.i.+ning as she looked at the screen on her phone, My new love, I love him so much!

Whats so special about him?

Yu Luoyin sneered, unimpressed, I think hes average.

Right, Bai Xunyin nodded in agreement, looking serious, Not as good as you.

Ah, you two lovebirds, can you go somewhere else to show your affection?

Yu s.h.i.+tian was annoyed, Stop insulting my idol!

To be honest, your idol looks too fierce, like a lunatic, Yu Luoyin was in a good mood today and teased her instead, How can he compare to my elegance and amiability?

Nonsense.

Yu s.h.i.+tian pounded the table, Because this is a still from a drama, and hes playing a psychotic serial killer in it. What do you know, you old-fas.h.i.+oned person!

Oh,

Yu Luoyin responded casually, reaching out to wrap his arm around Bai Xunyins shoulder, and nonchalantly asked, Does he have a girlfriend?

Yu s.h.i.+tian was stunned for a moment.

He doesnt, right? Then hes still not as good as me, Yu Luoyin laughed triumphantly, showing off his affection in front of Yu s.h.i.+tian, Just like you, a single dog. Whats the use of being handsome?

He said, deliberately turning his head to peck Bai Xunyin on the lips, his smile at the corner of his mouth smug and proud.

Clearly, he was extremely pleased with the fact that he was not this single dog, and he couldnt wait to use it to ridicule the whole world.

Yu s.h.i.+tian had to admit that she was annoyed.

Especially when her beloved sister was colluding with Yu Luoyin, nodding in agreement with him, Thats right.

In this situation, Yu s.h.i.+tian felt like she was a hundred-watt light bulb.

And while the couple showed their affection, they didnt forget to tease herYu s.h.i.+tian left in annoyance.

With over a dozen people in the Yu family, after finis.h.i.+ng dinner in the main hall around nine oclock, Yu Yuan, in order to set the mood, had arranged for a car full of fireworks beforehand, letting Yu s.h.i.+tian and Yu Luoyin go out and set them off.

Upon hearing this, Bai Xunyin put on the wool shawl draped over the chair and wanted to go with them.

Its cold outside, Yu Luoyin didnt want her to go out, somewhat reluctant, pinching the girls tender face, You can see it from over there.

He nodded towards the large French windows of the Yu family estate.

No, Bai Xunyin was stubborn, shaking the mans hand gently, I want to go out and see the fireworks.

It was like coaxing him, her cold voice carrying a hint of softness.

And Yu Luoyin couldnt resist her.

Okay.

The man smiled, then found that Bai Xunyins coat was not thick enough. So, he picked up his own clothes and draped them over her, wrapping her tightly.

The New Years Eve night was chilling, breath turning to frost. Yu Luoyin didnt forget to warn her, If you feel cold, come back immediately.

Bai Xunyin smiled but didnt say anythingshe forgot that she had spent six years in the north. Compared to Lin Lans winter, it was much colder, but she was used to it.

On New Years Eve, many households set off fireworks, painting the dark night sky with brilliant colors.

The colorful sky illuminated Bai Xunyins porcelain-white face, making her features appear to glow softly in the crisp air.

Yu Luoyin.

Following him to the car where several boxes of fireworks were placed, Bai Xunyin peeked inside and suddenly asked, Do we have sparklers?

Yu Luoyin was taken aback for a moment, momentarily forgetting to respond.

Do you like sparklers?

Yu s.h.i.+tian chuckled and handed Bai Xunyin a few boxes of sparklers similar to fairy sticks that children liked to play with.

Here you go. Just be careful when you light them so you dont burn your clothes.

Bai Xunyin accepted them with a joyful smile. Thank you, big brother.

She looked like a child who had just received a candy, feeling exceptionally satisfied.

But what Yu s.h.i.+tian didnt know was that sparklers werent good memories for Bai Xunyin, although Yu Luoyin did.

The man grabbed Bai Xunyins delicate wrist, his gaze complex.

Are you sure you want to use them?

Yeah, I am.

A faint dimple appeared at the corner of Bai Xunyins lips, her eyes seemingly teasing.

Youre going to accompany me.

It was a statement, a command, not a question.

So Yu Luoyin, without any sense of loyalty, handed over the two boxes of fireworks in the car to Yu s.h.i.+tian to handle alone, and escaped with his little girl and two boxes of sparklers.

They couldnt help but laugh as they ran along the way.

Darn.

Yu Luoyin imagined Yu s.h.i.+tians reaction when he couldnt see them anymore, like a mischievous teenager.

She must be furious.

As they spoke, the two of them ran into a narrow alley.

Compared to the pitch-dark alley seven years ago, this one was brightly lit.

Bai Xunyin.

Yu Luoyin stopped, looking steadily at the woman with her snow-white face, his voice somewhat heavy.

After were done with these sparklers, say something I love to hear.

Otherwise, sparklers would become a shadow that haunted him for the rest of his life.

Sure. Bai Xunyin laughed softly, obediently.

She took out a slender sparkler, lit it with a small hand, and in an instant, sparks splattered in the alley, casting bright and beautiful light and shadow.

Only fairies can play with fairy sticks.

The girls voice was faint, and she looked at Yu Luoyin, speaking coquettishly, So you cant play with them.

Okay, she said it, so be it.

Yu Luoyin chuckled helplessly, gently rubbing Bai Xunyins fluffy black hair.

Yu Luoyin, when this box of sparklers burns out

Bai Xunyin deliberately paused, then couldnt help but laugh under the mans nervous gaze, her voice soft and cheerful, Lets celebrate like this every year.

Next year, and every year after, well be together, never separated.

Life is like this, in the end, all scars will be healed, all regrets will be compensated.

This was the pure enjoyment that healing brought.

And they were willing to persist in this effort, tirelessly, until they were old.