Hearing this, Ning Yi couldn't help but blush slightly.

They accompanied Ningyi to make a wish and blow out the candles, and then they cut the cake and took photos to post on WeChat Moments.

Ning Yi first sent the photos to Ji Yan.

Ning Yi: [Image] They actually prepared a surprise for me and even a cake while I was away.

Ji Yan quickly replied: It seems your roommate treats you quite well.

Ning Yi: Of course!

……

The next day, Ning Anyuan came early to pick up Ning Yi and take her home.

According to Ningyi, they didn't invite many people this time; it was just a simple birthday celebration with the three families.

Qiao Jiawei also came with Cheng Qi.

They all gave Ningyi a lot of birthday gifts, and Ningyi accepted them all with a lot of embarrassment.

Ji Yan also gave her a birthday present in person, but when he handed the gift to Ning Yi, he whispered to her, "I'll find you later, there's another present."

Ning Yi couldn't help but feel a little expectant.

While everyone was having dinner and chatting, they heard Cheng Qi's parents mention that Qiao Jiawei and Cheng Qi would be getting engaged in October of this year.

Everyone envied the Cheng family and joked that maybe they would be the first to hold their grandson.

In the novel, Cheng Qi and Qiao Jiawei got married the year after their engagement, and she became pregnant less than half a year after their marriage, eventually giving birth to two sons.

In that case, I would actually be able to witness the true ending of that novel.

Ning Yi couldn't help but glance at Ji Yan, and of course, at the end of Ji Yan's story.

In the novel, Ji Yan doesn't have a romantic partner, so he focuses all his attention on his career. But things are different now; she and Ji Yan will have a perfect ending.

Ji Yan noticed Ning Yi's gaze and looked over as well, his eyes filled with tenderness.

After lunch, everyone gathered together to chat for a while, and then dispersed after having afternoon tea.

Ji Yan sent Ning Yi a message saying he would pick her up later.

Around 5 p.m., Ji Yan said he was already near the Ning residence and that she could come out now.

Ning Yi said goodbye to Gu Ai and the others and then left.

After Ning Yi got into the car, Ji Yan suddenly picked up a bouquet of flowers from the back seat and handed it to Ning Yi: "Xiao Yi, happy 20th birthday."

Ning Yi was somewhat delighted; who doesn't like flowers?

Ning Yi took the bouquet of flowers and hugged it to her arms, saying happily, "It's so beautiful! Is this another gift?"

Ji Yan looked at her, his eyes full of doting affection. He then took out a large bag, took out a shoebox from it, and handed it to Ning Yi: "Open it and take a look."

Ning Yi was somewhat surprised, then pursed her lips and opened the box with anticipation.

Inside was a pair of silver-white high heels, exquisitely and elegantly designed, very beautiful.

"They're so pretty! But why did you think of giving me high heels?" Ning Yi said in surprise, as she had hardly ever worn high heels before.

Ji Yan's lips curved slightly, and his eyes flickered: "High heels are a suitable gift for adults."

"And the moment I saw it, I felt it was made just for you."

Ning Yi smiled and said, "Thank you, Ayan. I like it very much."

"It's a pity we can't try it now."

Ji Yan glanced at the time on his watch and said, "It's alright, I'll take you somewhere, you can try it again later."

"Where are we going?" Ning Yi asked.

Watching the sunset

Ji Yan drove to the foot of a small tower, which was located near the top of the mountain.

After they got off the bus, they found that there was no one else there.

"Where is this?" Ning Yi asked curiously.

Ji Yan took Ning Yi's hand and said, "This mountain is called Zhaoran Mountain, named after the town where this place is located."

"Many people used to go up the mountain for recreation, but the number of people in Zhaoran Town has gradually decreased, and fewer and fewer people are going up the mountain as well."

Ning Yi nodded and then asked, "How did you know about this place?"

Ji Yan pulled Ning Yi along, preparing to go up the tower's stairs: "I came here with my grandma when I was a teenager. My grandma was from Zhaoran Town."

"If you walk up from here to the top of the tower, you can see the sunset."

Then they went up the stairs together to the top of the tower.

Ning Yi walked up the mountain with delight, leaned against the railing, and pointed to the sunset on the horizon: "Look, the sunset!"

With a smile in his eyes, Ji Yan stepped forward and stood beside Ning Yi.

Ning Yi couldn't resist taking out her phone to snap a picture, then said to Ji Yan, "Let's take a picture together here, to remember this moment."

"Okay," Ji Yan replied.

Then they took a group photo together.

Ning Yi glanced at the sunset on the horizon, then smiled and looked at Ji Yan: "I really like this birthday present."

Ji Yan also turned to look at her, his gaze deep and a hint of tenderness flashing in his eyes. He then reached out to tidy up her hair that had been ruffled by the wind.

He said softly, "I'm glad you like it."

Ning Yi couldn't help but step forward and hug Ji Yan, gently nuzzling her head against his chest.

Ji Yan hugged her back and gently stroked her head: "If you want to watch the sunset in the future, I'll go with you."

Thank you for your kind gesture.

Ning Yi said, "Why are you thanking me?"

Ji Yan tightened his embrace, saying, "I'm so happy and content being with you."

Ning Yi couldn't help but smile, her voice soft and sweet as she said, "I'm very happy with you."

Ji Yan released Ning Yi, stared into her beautiful eyes, stroked her cheek, and then lowered his head to gently cover her lips.

His movements were gentle, and his expression was focused.

At that moment, it was as if the world had stood still, and the two of them nestled together, embracing and kissing under the sunset.

Before going back, Ning Yi even tried on the shoes in front of Ji Yan. She had to admit they fit quite well. She wondered how Ji Yan knew her shoe size.

When Ning Yi finally went home, she had to think of a reason for a long time before carrying the bouquet of flowers home, since it was so eye-catching.

Gu Ai and Ning Jian naturally asked, and Ning Yi said that her roommate had ordered the flowers for her and then picked them up.

Ji Yan and Ning Yi made plans to go out for dinner together tomorrow.

……

Ning Yi left home in the afternoon because she had guests at home in the morning. They were two aunts who played with Gu Ai. They knew it was Ning Yi's birthday and came to see her and bring her some gifts. Later, Gu Ai went shopping with the two aunts, so she was naturally able to go out.

Every time she went out with Ji Yan, she would subconsciously become very vigilant, as if she were a public figure herself.

Ji Yan said that a friend of his had just opened a restaurant and that business was booming, so he wanted to take Ning Yi to try it out and specially asked his friend to reserve a private room for her.

Ning Yi twisted her ankle while walking up the stairs, so Ji Yan helped her to a chair and knelt down to massage her ankle.

Suddenly someone called out, "Xiao Yan?"

Ji Yan and Ning Yi were both stunned. Why did that voice sound so familiar?

Next to the chair Ning Yi was sitting was a stone bench and flower bed, which blocked Ning Yi's upper body, but at this moment Ji Yan was still squatting down and supporting her feet.

Seeing that Gu Ai was about to approach, Ning Yi quickly made a gesture to hurry past.

Ji Yan quickly stood up, took two steps towards Gu Ai, and said with a smile, "Aunt Gu, what a coincidence to run into you here."

Although Ji Yan was wearing a mask, Gu Ai could still recognize him since they had spent so much time together.

Gu Ai nodded, then looked behind Ji Yan. She had just seen Ji Yan help a girl to a chair and massage her feet.

Gu Ai was genuinely surprised and wanted to confirm, but it turned out to be Ji Yan.

Ji Yan noticed her gaze glancing in Ning Yi's direction, so he moved to the side to try and shield Ning Yi, then said to Gu Ai, "Aunt Gu, are you here to go shopping?"

“Yes, I came with my friends, and they are getting facials,” Gu Ai replied.

Gu Ai hesitated for a moment and then asked, "Xiao Yan, that's yours..."

Gu Ai pointed behind him.

At this moment, Ning Yi had already put on her hat and was walking step by step to sit down at the other end of the chair. Then, when the opportunity arose, she quickly took a couple of steps and slipped to the corner.

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