Gu Yixuan parked the car, and as they walked into Joy Street, they were immediately swallowed by the crowd.
Christmas and New Year’s Day were approaching, and the trees on both sides of the street were already decked with colorful lights. Some shops even played joyful music, making the atmosphere of the whole street even more festive.
Many couples lingered at each stall, chatting and laughing, incredibly happy. Gu Yixuan seemed a bit uncomfortable with such places, stiffly holding himself and pursing his lips without speaking.
Mo Ran noticed his discomfort and laughed, "When you come here, no matter who you are, you have to immerse yourself in this atmosphere, otherwise you’ll stick out."
Gu Yixuan frowned, "There are too many people here, we can go somewhere else to have fun."
"Like where?" Mo Ran countered.
"Let’s go to ’Night Charm,’ singing, dancing, drinking, playing cards, playing ball—there are lots of entertainment options." He answered her smoothly.
Mo Ran was speechless, "Besides those kinds of places, I guess you haven’t been anywhere else. Let me tell you, it’s fun to play in places . Today you follow me, and I guarantee you’ll have a great time."
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Gu Yixuan, startled at first, then smiled and nodded, "Alright, you’re in charge of making me have fun today, or else I won’t let you off."
Mo Ran hummed with a smile, "What if you do have fun?"
Gu Yixuan thought for a moment, then laughed, "I’ll grant you a wish, one that I can fulfill."
"Deal." Mo Ran agreed, determined to make him have fun today and win that wish. Who knows, it might be useful someday.
"Let’s go, we’re going to walk, play, and eat at the same time." Mo Ran led the way.
Gu Yixuan glanced at her back, then at the people around, noticing that many couples were holding hands. He smiled and stepped forward to take Mo Ran’s hand.
Mo Ran struggled for a moment, but he held on even tighter.
"What are you doing?"
"Holding your hand as we walk."
"I can walk by myself." She struggled again, feeling very unnatural holding hands with him in such a public setting.
But Gu Yixuan seemed completely at ease, "Stop it, or else I’ll just hold you as we walk!"
Mo Ran was frustrated, worried he might actually do it, and finally relented. Yet as he held her hand, not only was her expression unnatural, but her movements were too.