As the sun set, its afterglow illuminated the land, draping the city in a warm golden light.
On this tranquil evening.
A 200-meter-high Ferris wheel stood quietly at the center of the amusement park.
Its presence made the entire amusement park feel even more romantic and dreamlike…
The Ferris Wheel Under the Sunset
"Qingge, it's getting late."
"After this ride, let's go home!"
Lin Xuan carried the girl, whose face was still flushed, and stood in front of the massive Ferris wheel.
'I don't want to ride it!'
Just as Su Qingge responded in her heart, Lin Xuan carried her into a cabin.
The cabin wasn't spacious, but it wasn't too cramped for the two of them either.
Lin Xuan placed the girl on his lap, carefully wrapping her in his arms, afraid she might accidentally slip.
Click—
With a slight jolt, the Ferris wheel slowly began to move...
1 meter, 2 meters, 3 meters... 50 meters...
As the Ferris wheel continued to rise, reaching a quarter of its height...
A breathtaking cityscape unfolded before them.
Skyscrapers, bustling streets, green parks—all seemed so tiny.
Under the setting sun, the city resembled a dreamlike world, filling the heart with longing.
"Qingge, are you afraid of heights?"
Lin Xuan, looking down by chance, was surprised to see the girl tightly shutting her eyes.
Only then did he realize...
Could Su Qingge actually have… acrophobia???
But in his memory, she wasn't someone afraid of heights.
As Lin Xuan called her name, Su Qingge's eyelids trembled violently several times but still didn't open…
…..
'Don't be afraid, open your eyes, it's okay.'
'That accident years ago was just an accident, there's nothing to fear...'
'Now that Lin Xuan is by my side, he will definitely protect me.'
'Even so… I just instinctively can't open my eyes, it's so terrifying!!!'
…..
Su Qingge kept encouraging herself in her heart.
But she still couldn't overcome the psychological shadow and open her eyes.
And all of this stemmed from a fear left over from her childhood...
She still remembered that time…
She was just a tiny little pudding, barely half a meter tall, when she followed her father onto the Ferris wheel.
But who would have thought that when the cabin reached the highest point...
Something went wrong with the Ferris wheel, and it started shaking precariously.
Little Qingge was trapped hundreds of meters in the air just like that.
Facing the possibility of the Ferris wheel collapsing, that sense of despair left a deep psychological scar on her childhood self.
Although she and her father were eventually rescued...
That fear, lingering in her memory for years…
Su Qingge still remembered it vividly, and from that moment on, she never rode a Ferris wheel again.
Today, seeing this familiar scene again…
Su Qingge finally recalled the fear that the Ferris wheel once instilled in her...
"It's okay, I'm here. It's okay."
"It's not scary, it's beautiful! If you don't believe me, you can open your eyes and see, it's not scary at all~~"
Lin Xuan spoke in a gentle voice, softly patting the girl's back, as if comforting a little child.
Thump, thump, thump~~
Because her cheek was pressed against Lin Xuan's chest.
Su Qingge could not only hear his steady heartbeat but also his gentle words of comfort.
(?"? ?)?"(???︿???)
This inexplicably familiar sense of security made her recall the past.
Back then, her tiny self was also like this… nestled in her father's embrace.
Listening to him constantly comforting her...
"It's okay, Daddy is here."
For a moment, Su Qingge felt much more at ease, and a portion of her fear dissipated.
In addition, the faint fragrance from Lin Xuan's body occasionally drifted into her nose.
This made the girl realize just how close she was to Lin Xuan…
Her cheeks turned bright red, and her heartbeat quickened.
"Alright! Trust me, Princess, please open your eyes~~~"
Lin Xuan's encouraging voice once again reached her ears.
Huh?
How am I a princess?
Where did Lin Xuan even learn these internet phrases~~
Very soon.
As the Ferris wheel continued to rise, reaching half its height of 100 meters…
Su Qingge finally overcame her fear and secretly opened a tiny slit of her eyes.
The scene that unfolded before her made her eyes widen instantly.
In the distance, skyscrapers stood tall like giants, their glass walls reflecting the golden afterglow of the sunset, shimmering brilliantly.
On the streets, cars moved like ants, and pedestrians hurried through the avenues and alleyways of the bustling metropolis.
At this moment.
The skyscrapers appeared even more magnificent under the golden glow of the sunset.
The brightly lit streets became even livelier.
The beauty of the city at sunset was mesmerizing.
Every building, every street, and every person seemed to be part of this stunning painting.
At this moment.
The entire city felt like a living entity, displaying its vibrancy and hustle under the setting sun.
'So beautiful.'
Su Qingge stared in awe at the scene, taking in the breathtaking beauty of the city at sunset.
Having lived in this city for many years, she had always been consumed by work.
She had never taken the time, like she did at this moment, to slow down and enjoy this serenity of life…
Lin Xuan also remained silent, and the two of them simply gazed down at the city, admiring its beauty and grandeur, while also feeling the warmth and affection between them.
At this moment, their hearts were closely intertwined.
In this space, it felt as if the entire world consisted of just the two of them.
As the Ferris wheel continued to rise, the cabin had now reached 150 meters in altitude…
The entire sky seemed to be painted in hues of orange and red.
The golden afterglow of the sunset reflected off the cabin's glass surface, radiating dazzling light.
It also fell upon Lin Xuan and Su Qingge, coating them in a golden glow, making their silhouettes appear even more warm and intimate.
Lin Xuan lowered his head, gazing at the girl's delicate face, illuminated by the soft light, as if she herself were glowing—his heart skipped a beat.
At that moment, Su Qingge seemed to sense something. Her dazed gaze refocused and shifted toward Lin Xuan.
In the reflection of her pupils…
The man before her was dressed in a simple yet refreshing white shirt and jeans.
His tall and well-built physique gave her a strong sense of security.
His eyes carried a look of determination and confidence, as if they were telling her he would shield her from all the storms of the world.
The golden afterglow of the sunset highlighted his profile, outlining his strong and chiseled features, making him look even more handsome and charming.
'Lin Xuan… looks so handsome…'
Just like that, they gazed deeply into each other's eyes once again, their expressions filled with an indescribable sweetness.
And then…
Lin Xuan gently caressed the girl's soft hair, pulling her small head into his embrace, resting his chin lightly on the top of her head, quietly savoring this moment of happiness.
The warm sunlight streamed through the glass, casting a dreamy and beautiful glow on their figures.
In this tranquil evening moment.
A certain emotion between them, just like the turning Ferris wheel, slowly heated up—never stopping.
Their story would continue beneath this golden sunset, lasting forever.
And as the Ferris wheel kept rising, it finally reached its peak at 200 meters, arriving at the highest point…
Whoosh, whoosh~~~
At that moment.
A sudden gust of wind swept in, accompanied by the howling sound of the wind and a faint swaying sensation of the cabin…
This reawakened the fear that Su Qingge had just managed to suppress.
This height, this familiar setting, combined with her current immobile and helpless state…
Made the girl instinctively shut her eyes tightly, longing for Lin Xuan to hold her even closer and give her more reassurance.
Realizing something was wrong, Lin Xuan instinctively did just that…
But while holding her tightly, he also hoped she could face her inner fears and overcome them.
"Don't be afraid, it's okay! I'm here."
"This isn't the Su Qingge I know! The one in my memory… is strong and beautiful…"
"And don't you really want to see? The view from the top of the Ferris wheel…"
Just as Su Qingge was filled with joy, celebrating her victory over her childhood trauma…
Lin Xuan was already prepared to carve a new, unforgettable memory into her heart.
He gazed at the girl's glowing cheeks, her star-like, sparkling eyes.
Then, slowly, he lowered his head—
Under the golden sunset, at the highest point of the Ferris wheel…
A kiss to seal their love, a lifetime of happiness.
He felt the gentle breeze brushing past, causing her long, jet-black hair to sway slightly, tickling his face with a soft touch, along with that faint, delicate fragrance.
He… couldn't help but breathe more rapidly, his heartbeat slightly accelerating.
"Qingge, do you remember the promise we made when you were unconscious…?"
'Huh? A promise.'
Su Qingge snapped back to reality, her face filled with confusion.
Her gaze happened to collide with the man's burning eyes in the empty space between them, making her heart skip a beat.
'Could Lin Xuan be referring to that…'
'But in a place like this? No way! So embarrassing, what if someone sees us?'
Su Qingge's face instantly turned crimson.
She suddenly remembered the promise she had made to Lin Xuan—to give him a kiss after waking up…
"What's wrong? Qingge, are you trying to go back on your word?"
"We pinky-promised, you know! Liars are little puppies~~~"
Seeing Su Qingge's wide eyes and her adorably blushing face…
Lin Xuan knew she had definitely figured out what he was implying.
"Relax, Qingge. I know what you're worried about."
"We're 200 meters in the air—no one can see what we're doing!"
"So, we can do whatever we want, hehe…"
Seeing Lin Xuan's mischievous smile, Su Qingge's face flushed an even deeper shade of red, and for a moment, her mind completely froze.
She had grown up all this time and never once imagined she would kiss a man…
When she agreed back then, it was just a convenient excuse—who would have thought this day would come so soon?
And now that she was truly facing this moment…
Su Qingge couldn't even tell what she was feeling anymore—her heart was a complete mess, utterly chaotic.
Everything that had happened today gave her the illusion of being in a dream.
Ferris wheel peak, first kiss, sunset, a comatose patient, breathtaking scenery…
Come on!
Are you sure this isn't a scene straight out of a romance drama?!
For some reason, though her face was flushed, Su Qingge found herself constantly complaining in her heart.
'Y-you… what are you trying to do?!! Hmm~~'
Suddenly, Su Qingge's beautiful eyes widened, and in the reflection of her pupils…
Lin Xuan's handsome face kept getting closer and closer, until it completely covered her view…
A kiss to seal the deal, a hundred years of happiness.
For the first time, the girl's lips touched something softer than anything she had ever known…
Thump, thump, thump!
Her heartbeat pounded wildly, out of her control, while her breath momentarily came to a halt.
At the same time, she felt a strong, suffocating sensation in her chest!!!
Who am I?
Where am I???
What am I doing???????
The moment their lips touched, Su Qingge felt like the entire world had become a blur.
Her heartbeat quickened, her face burned crimson, and her whole body felt like it was on fire.
Her mind was completely blank—she had no idea what to do.
All she could do was tightly close her eyes, feeling Lin Xuan's breath and warmth.
The girl even felt as if her lips had been struck by electricity, causing her body to involuntarily shudder.
This was the first kiss of her life…
In every sense… her precious first kiss.
And now… it had been stolen…
She simply closed her eyes, quietly letting Lin Xuan do as he pleased…
Time seemed to freeze in this moment, making the entire world quiet and beautiful.
Su Qingge felt as if she had stepped into a dream, where everything became unreal.
Her thoughts spiraled into chaos—she could only feel Lin Xuan's lips against her own… the wonderful sensation of their gentle intermingling…