Chapter 619 - 600:
Afterward, Li Wen withdrew two thousand yuan, and deposited the remaining eight thousand at Black Water Security Company. The four of them took the two thousand yuan and went out to have a blast. For Li Wen, it seemed two thousand yuan was enough to cover the evening’s expenses for the four of them.
Late at 10:30 PM, it was already bustling outside. From afar, they could hear the sounds of fireworks coming from the square, which burst into dazzling colors high in the sky, causing the girls to jump excitedly.
"Brother Chen, let’s just go to the square. It’s crowded and lively!" Liu Momo exclaimed with excitement.
"Sure!" Ye Chen immediately nodded.
The four headed towards the square. The square was extraordinarily lively. It was a rare night of reunion, and many people had come out with their families. Children, dressed in brand-new clothes and adorable hats, held fireworks in their hands, waving them excitedly. Office workers also took the rare opportunity to relax on this day, and many had returned from working in Shenzhen and Hong Kong. Everyone gathered here to watch the City Government’s special fireworks show, truly a display of splendor and color.
On New Year’s Eve, Liu Momo didn’t want to leave Li Wen and Qianqian behind, so she resolved to accompany them back to school to spend this rare New Year’s together, especially since they were already in their third year. Next year, by New Year’s Eve, everyone would have joined the workforce, and they feared they would no longer have the chance to celebrate together.
Ye Chen returned alone to Xin Hai Apartment. While passing by People’s Square, he heard the bell tolling from the square and suddenly stopped. Then, looking towards the square, he murmured, "Xiao Ruo, how are your days overseas? If you’re tired, if you’re weary, come back early!"
After the solemn twelve strikes of the bell, the square erupted in crazy cheers. Ye Chen, with a smile on his face, said, "Ye Chen, happy New Year!"
Spend an New Year alone seemed a bit cold-hearted. Ye Chen tightened the scarf around his neck and continued on his way. He hadn’t walked far when a shadow blocked his path. The person was wearing a black casual outfit with a piece of cloth covering their face, seemingly trying to hide their appearance.
"Kid, where are you heading?" The other party’s voice sounded somewhat fake, like they were deliberately suppressing their voice.
"Who are you?" Ye Chen, hands in his pockets, looked up at the other party and sneered, "Mugging me in the middle of the road? And why hide behind a mask?"
"Humph, kid, the boss is short on cash today. Just hand over all the money on you, nice and easy!" the masked person said with a cold laugh.