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This was a gesture of goodwill from my future sister–in–law, I couldn’t refuse. I nodded.
Throughout the meal, I listened to Rachel talking about where they would go later, with Luke quietly agreeing. The atmosphere was
harmonious.
The food in my mouth tasted like sawdust, but I forced myself to swallow it, maintaining a calm appearance.
On Valentine’s Day, the city was truly lively.
Flower stalls were everywhere, and malls had various activities.
Shouts, laughter, and conversations rose and fell all around.
I followed behind the two of them.
Watching Luke buy a necklace for her.
Watching Luke participate in an activity, win a grand prize, and give it to Rachel, surrounded by envious voices.
Rachel turned back and said considerately, “Why don’t we give this prize to your sister? I remember she likes this the most.”
With one sentence, she brought back memories of when I childishly tore apart the bouquet years ago.
Luke’s sharp eyes swept over me, his expression indifferent, “This is my gift to you.”
Rachel glanced at me, her eyes curved in a smile, “Your sister isn’t an outsider. As her future sister–in–law, I should take care of her more.”
She put the prize in my hands, her tone gentle, “Luke had a diamond necklace custom–made for me, unbreakable. This ordinary prize, let’s give it to you.”
She touched the exquisite necklace on her neck and stepped back, linking her arm with Luke’s again.
Behind them, I was swallowed by the passing crowd, stumbling.
A motorcycle sped by, grazing me and knocking me down. A sharp pain shot through my leg.
There was a commotion around me, but I keenly heard Rachel’s clear voice in the distance.
“Didn’t you say you’d take me to a nice place to see the night view?”
A group of people surrounded me, but through the gaps in the crowd, I met his starry eyes.
He looked at me for a moment, then was pulled away by someone beside him, withdrawing his gaze.
I was still in a daze.
“Are you alright?”
With the help of those around me, I stood up, limping.
I thanked the kind lady, “It’s fine.”
But my thoughts had already drifted far away.
He had told Rachel about that place too?
When I first discovered how beautiful the view was from the hilltop, I immediately dragged Luke there.
“This is my secret spot, we can’t tell anyone else.” I put my finger to my lips, winking playfully at the young man.
The corner of his mouth turned up imperceptibly, “Alright.”
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In the darkness, his gaze burned like flames, particularly warm.
We admired the night view together, made wishes devoutly, and watched the stars twinkle.
Every year, my wish was to be with Luke.
It turns out, wishing upon stars doesn’t work after all.
