After traveling through the book, I realized my wish in my previous life

Jiang Yan turned the branch in his hand from time to time to ensure that the roasted chicken was heated evenly. At the same time, he picked up the cloth bag beside him, took out the contents, and evenly sprinkled salt, cumin and spices on the pheasant.

He and Qin Song often eat in the wild, and these things are always available!

In an instant, the fragrance spread. Shen Xiaoxia couldn't help but take a deep breath and exclaimed, "Wow, it smells so good!"

She felt her mouth starting to water!

Jiang Yan looked at Shen Xiaoxia's greedy look and couldn't help laughing, "Wait a little longer, it will be ready soon!"

Finally, the color of the roasted chicken became more and more tempting. Jiang Yan pinched it gently with his hands. After confirming that it was cooked through, he handed one to Shen Xiaoxia and said, "Try it!"

Shen Xiaoxia exclaimed, "Ah~" and said, "Give me the whole one? I'm afraid it'll be wasted if I can't finish it. Can you give me half first?"

Jiang Yan tore off half of the roast chicken, wrapped it in oil paper and handed it to Shen Xiaoxia. Shen Xiaoxia took the roast chicken without hesitation, blew on it gently, and then took a bite impatiently.

The chicken is tender and juicy, the skin is crispy and delicious, and the spices have just the right flavor, instantly releasing a wonderful taste in your mouth.

Shen Xiaoxia's eyes lit up and she said with satisfaction, "It's delicious! Jiang Yan, your cooking skills are simply amazing!

Jiang Yan watched Shen Xiaoxia eat with gusto, his heart filled with joy, "As long as you like it, eat more!"

Also started to enjoy the roast chicken in his hand.

The two ate and chatted, and their laughter echoed in the mountains and forests.

Everything around them seemed to become exceptionally quiet, with only their laughter and the rustling of leaves intertwined together, forming a harmonious and beautiful picture!

After eating the roast chicken, the two sat quietly and rested for a while, then slowly walked back to continue collecting firewood and chopping wood!

The sun gradually sets in the west, casting an orange-red afterglow, covering the mountains and forests with a golden coat. Every leaf seems to be carefully coated with gold powder by nature, shining brightly!

"It's getting late, we should go back!"

Jiang Yan said softly that although he felt a little reluctant, he had to go down the mountain!

Jiang Yan had already made two trips along the way, delivering a lot of firewood to the Youth League Home, and the remaining trip could transport it back!

Shen Xiaoxia nodded slightly, and a few strands of hair swayed gently with her movements.

She bent down slightly, straightened her clothes, and then planned to tidy up the firewood on the ground to make it easier to carry!

Jiang Yan stood quietly by the side, his eyes never leaving Shen Xiaoxia.

He took a deep breath, trying to calm his heart which was beating fast due to nervousness!

His palms were already covered with sweat, but he was unaware of it. He looked at Shen Xiaoxia with a firm gaze, full of affection and tenderness, as if everything in the world had become the background in his eyes at this moment, and only Shen Xiaoxia's figure was clear and bright!

"Xia Xia," Jiang Yan finally mustered up the courage to speak, his voice trembling slightly!

Shen Xiaoxia was concentrating on bundling firewood. When she heard Jiang Yan calling her, she glanced in his direction and replied, "Hmm?"

Jiang Yan slowly took a few steps towards her, each step was extremely firm. Shen Xiaoxia looked at Jiang Yan's somewhat serious face, stunned for a moment, a hint of confusion flashed in her eyes, "What's wrong?"

Jiang Yan opened his mouth, but his voice seemed to be stuck in his throat. After a moment, he managed to speak, "Xia Xia..., I...!"

Shen Xiaoxia looked at him, hesitant to speak, puzzled, and asked again, "What's wrong?"

Jiang Yan tried hard to slow down his heartbeat, which was so intense that it seemed to be about to jump out of his throat. He took a deep breath, then looked straight into Shen Xiaoxia's eyes and said word by word, "Xia Xia, I like you!"

Shen Xiaoxia had never expected Jiang Yan to suddenly confess his love to her. When she heard it, her heart skipped a beat for no apparent reason!

She looked at Jiang Yan, her lips slightly opened, as if she wanted to say something, but her mind went blank for a moment and she didn't know what to say!

After saying the four words "I like you", Jiang Yan felt as if he had broken through an invisible barrier, and the following words were not so difficult to say!

He looked at Shen Xiaoxia with an extremely serious look in his eyes, "Although you may have noticed my feelings for you, I still want to tell you this in person!

I know the future is full of unknowns and variables, and I also know that if I say this rashly, you will definitely not be mentally prepared. You don't have to give me an answer now. You can take your time to consider whether to accept me. I am willing to wait!"

Shen Xiaoxia's heart was beating like a drum. She steadied her somewhat rapid breathing and asked, "How long are you willing to wait?"

It seems like asking and seeking affirmation!

Jiang Yan spoke without hesitation, his voice firm and powerful, "As long as you don't explicitly reject me, I want to try my best!"

I don’t know when it started, but Shen Xiaoxia’s every move and every word seemed to be endowed with a unique charm in Jiang Yan’s eyes!

This was the first time in his nearly twenty years of life that he fell so deeply in love with a girl. He had enough patience and courage to pursue and wait for her!

Shen Xiaoxia stared into Jiang Yan's eyes without dodging, and there seemed to be stars twinkling in her eyes.

After a moment, she said softly, "Would you wait for me, please?"

Jiang Yan didn't hesitate at all, nor did he ask why. He just nodded firmly and said, "Okay!"

The afterglow of the setting sun gradually dimmed, and the mountains and forests were shrouded in dusk. Jiang Yan and Shen Xiaoxia walked side by side on the path down the mountain. The surroundings were so quiet that the only sounds were their footsteps and the rustling of leaves.

She secretly glanced at Jiang Yan beside her. She wanted to say something but didn't know how to start. After sorting out her thoughts, she broke the silence, "Jiang Yan, I...!"

Jiang Yan tilted his head slightly, looked at Shen Xiaoxia, a gentle smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and said softly, "Xia Xia, you don't have to worry too much about me. I know you need time to think about these things. Don't worry, I understand!"

Shen Xiaoxia arched her eyebrows and said, "Okay!"

Jiang Yan sent Shen Xiaoxia back to the Youth League Home.

When they arrived, Zhao Lingling was pulling Han Zhuxin to her door, chattering something!

Seeing Jiang Yan and Shen Xiaoxia enter the yard, he immediately stopped talking, tugged at Han Zhuxin's sleeve, and at the same time slightly pursed his lips, indicating Han Zhuxin to look towards the door.

Han Zhuxin understood and turned his head, looking at the two of them. The corners of his mouth raised, revealing a meaningful smile, and he said in a somewhat teasing tone, "Hey, you're back?"

Before Shen Xiaoxia could speak, Jiang Yan responded with a smile, "Yes, I'm back!"

After helping Shen Xiaoxia pile the firewood into the kitchen, he said, "I have to leave early tomorrow morning, so I won't come to say hello to you. You should eat early and rest early today. I'll leave first..."

Shen Xiaoxia nodded and looked at Jiang Yan, "Okay, then you should be careful on weekdays, take good care of yourself outside, and have a safe journey!"

Jiang Yan nodded solemnly, "Okay, I'll make a note of it!"

Although he was very reluctant, Jiang Yan still walked away with slightly heavy steps!

After Jiang Yan's back disappeared in the yard, Han Zhuxin and Zhao Lingling came over with gossipy looks on their faces!