At three in the afternoon, by the resort's artificial lake.
Dense tree shade completely blocked the blazing sun, and a cool breeze drifted across the lake, forming a sharp contrast to the steamer-like weather of the city. A barbecue grill was set up on the bank, sending up sizzling meat skewers with an overwhelming aroma. Staff members bustled back and forth, ready to hand chilled drinks to guests at any moment.
Lin Ze huddled under a sun umbrella in the corner, curling himself up like an unfazed quail.
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