It's not too late to meet in the book

Sunlight filtered through the gaps in the curtains, dappling onto the living room floor of Su Xiaoxiao's home, adding a touch of laziness to the otherwise tranquil afternoon. Su Xiaoxiao sat on the sofa, a book in hand, but she didn't turn a page for a long time. Her eyes drifted out the window from time to time, as if she was expecting something, or perhaps reminiscing about something.

Lin Yu walked out of the kitchen, holding two cups of freshly brewed tea in his hands, gently placed them on the coffee table, and then sat next to Su Xiaoxiao. "Xiaoxiao, what are you thinking about? You are so absent-minded." He asked gently, trying to break the silence.

Su Xiaoxiao smiled slightly and shook her head. "Nothing, I just suddenly felt a little emotional. Time flies so fast, and in the blink of an eye we have lived here for so long."

Lin Yu held her hand and whispered, "Yes, time flies. But with you by my side, every day is full of happiness."

Just then, the doorbell rang, shattering the warmth. Su Xiaoxiao froze for a moment, then stood up to open the door. Standing outside was a tall, handsome man, but his eyes revealed a subtle, complex emotion.

"Who are you...?" Su Xiaoxiao asked doubtfully. She felt that the man looked familiar, but she couldn't remember who he was.

The man smiled slightly, his voice low and magnetic, "Xiaoxiao, long time no see. I'm Li Ming, your former neighbor's brother."

Su Xiaoxiao's eyes suddenly lit up when she heard that, but then dimmed again, "Brother Li Ming, why are you here?"

Li Ming sighed softly, "I've always missed you. I heard you moved here, so I came to see you. I didn't expect you to actually be here."

Su Xiaoxiao was a little overwhelmed. She looked at Lin Yu, as if seeking help. Lin Yu stood up, walked to Li Ming, and extended his hand politely, "Hello, I am Lin Yu, Xiaoxiao's husband. Welcome to our home."

Li Ming held Lin Yu's hand, but a hint of imperceptible hostility flashed in his eyes, "Nice to meet you, Lin Yu. I'm happy for Xiaoxiao to find such a good home like you."

The three of them sat down, but the atmosphere was a little awkward. Li Ming seemed to know Su Xiaoxiao's past very well, and from time to time he mentioned some past events, which made Su Xiaoxiao's expression complicated. Lin Yu watched silently from the side, and a sense of uneasiness surged in his heart.

"Brother Li Ming, is there something you need for coming here this time?" Su Xiaoxiao finally couldn't help but ask.

Li Ming was silent for a while, then he slowly said, "Actually, I came here this time to ask you about the Gate of Time and Space."

Su Xiaoxiao's face changed slightly when she heard this. She looked at Lin Yu, as if seeking support. Lin Yu held her hand tightly, giving her strength, "Where did you know about the Gate of Time and Space?"

Li Ming looked at the two men's clasped hands, a complex emotion flashing in his eyes. He took a deep breath and began to recount a story about his own visit to a secret realm. Since returning to the modern era, he has also sensed the call of the ancient times. Since accidentally witnessing Lin Yu's abnormal behavior, I realized that there must be some great conspiracy behind this time and space gate.

Lin Yu listened silently on the side, but a strong sense of crisis surged in his heart. He intuitively felt that Li Ming was not simple, and his appearance seemed to indicate that something bad was about to happen.

After recounting the past, Li Ming looked at Su Xiaoxiao and said, "Xiaoxiao, I didn't want to tell you these things. But I think it would be better to be honest with you. After all, we won't become enemies."

Su Xiaoxiao was silent for a while, then looked at Lin Yu, "Lin Yu, what do you think?"

Lin Yu took a deep breath and looked at Li Ming. "Li Ming, I am very grateful for telling Xiaoxiao these things. I hope we can become friends."

Li Ming heard this and smiled slightly, "I will."

After saying that, he stood up and looked at Su Xiaoxiao, "Xiaoxiao, take good care of yourself. If you need any help, feel free to contact me."

After saying that, he turned and left, leaving Su Xiaoxiao and Lin Yu looking at each other. There was an indescribable tension in the air, as if something was about to happen.

Su Xiaoxiao looked at Lin Yu, a trace of worry flashed in her eyes, "Lin Yu, do you think what Brother Li Ming said is true?"

Lin Yu held her hand tightly, "Xiaoxiao, don't worry. No matter what the truth is, I will be by your side and face it together."

The two looked at each other in silence, but their hearts were connected. They knew that no matter what difficulties they would encounter in the future, as long as they worked together, there would be nothing they could not overcome.

However, their uneasiness didn't dissipate. Li Ming's appearance was like a stone dropped into their peaceful lives, stirring up ripples. They knew that this storm might just be beginning.

"Lin Yu, what do you think we should do?" Su Xiaoxiao's voice trembled slightly.

Lin Yu took a deep breath, his eyes firm, "Xiaoxiao, don't be afraid. I will secretly investigate Li Ming's background to see what his purpose is. No matter what happens, I will protect you and our home."

Su Xiaoxiao felt a warm current in her heart when she heard this. She hugged Lin Yu tightly, as if she wanted to put all her uneasiness into this embrace. "Lin Yu, thank you. With you here, I'm not afraid of anything."

The appearance of Li Ming seemed to have planted an unknown seed for their peaceful life, waiting for one day in the future to break through the ground and bloom into an unexpected flower.