The day before Lunar New Year's Eve, Chén Zhāoyáng and Lín Xiǎotáng were up to their ears in work at the agency, greeting customers who came to buy seafood gift boxes while looking forward to the new year. Outside the window, the sound of children setting off firecrackers rang out from time to time, the crackling noise sounding like cheers for the approaching new year. Chén Zhāoyáng looked at the busy yet energetic Lín Xiǎotáng, his heart filled with warmth. In the new year, with her by his side, no difficulty seemed too daunting.
Through their joint efforts, the final batch of seafood gift boxes sold out successfully, bringing a temporary close to the busy day at the agency. Chén Zhāoyáng stretched, looking at the much emptier shelves with a deep sense of accomplishment. "Xiǎotáng, thanks to you today. If you hadn't helped, I wouldn't have been able to handle it alone," Chén Zhāoyáng said gratefully.
Lín Xiǎotáng smiled and replied, "What are you talking about? We're in this together. Besides, your idea for the seafood gift boxes is brilliant—we've made quite a bit of money!" The two exchanged a glance, their eyes sparkling with anticipation for the future.
Chapter 29