Ice and snow embrace a glaze-like world, and the night is exceptionally clear.
The dim yellow light from the restaurant shone out, coating the white snow as if dusted with a layer of fried breadcrumbs.
"Going to celebrate Xi Xi's birthday?"
The boss, with a cigarette in his mouth, lit up his eyes and stood up, clapping his hands.
"No problem, we still have time. I'll go cook a few dishes."
The boss's tone became cheerier, full of motivation.
The big black dog on the floor had already stood up, bouncing in place a few times, looking at Li Che with admiration and approval.
Li Che smiled and sat in the spot previously occupied by the boss.
The big black dog strolled back and forth in the snow, with snowflakes drifting down through the narrow Heavenly Dome above the lane.
The dog was happy, perhaps looking forward to seeing Xi Xi.
Li Che pinched a cigarette, squinting and sitting on the chair, gently exhaling smoke.
"So comfortable…"
