My girlfriend was reborn.

Chapter 178 New Year's Eve (Part 1)

Since the beginning of December, the temperature in Ningjiang has been dropping every day.

Similar to Jiangcheng, because the city is built along the river, the air humidity is very high. In summer, it is as hot as a steamer, and in winter, it is gloomy and damp, even the blankets are damp.

Either turn on the air conditioner's heating or use an electric blanket.

Both of these can cause the room to become extremely dry, leaving you with a dry mouth and throat when you wake up in the morning, as if you've been roasted over a fire.

When Zhou Heming woke up, he vaguely heard footsteps coming from the living room.

He glanced at his side; Lu Qian was still sleeping with him in her arms, like a clingy cat. Although her hair was disheveled and she had no makeup on, she was exceptionally cute, making one want to tease and play with her a little.

As for the other side, Cheng Shuangjiang had obviously gotten up; the commotion outside was her doing so.

Carefully climbing out of bed, Zhou Heming picked up his phone and went to the living room.

At 7:40 a.m., Cheng Shuangjiang was wearing an apron and making breakfast.

As the end of the semester approaches, many courses have already finished, leaving more free time.

Today is the 31st again. The three of us have less than seven classes today, so we can enjoy a leisurely morning.

"Good morning, Ahe! Have a happy day today!"

Cheng Shuangjiang turned around and saw Zhou Heming, revealing a bright smile that was even warmer and more radiant than the sunshine today.

Good morning, Frost's Descent. I'm already so happy to see you.

Zhou Heming responded with a sentence, then hugged Cheng Shuangjiang from behind, while glancing at the pot on the stove.

Sweet rice balls with egg?

In the bubbling pot, white glutinous rice balls bobbed up and down, and the soup inside was a clear light brown color, clearly made with brown sugar or yellow sugar.

"Yes, I saw some fermented rice wine for sale at the market today, so I bought some, since it's the last day of the year."

Cheng Shuangjiang stirred the glutinous rice balls with a spoon to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot, while rubbing her cheek against the boy behind her.

"Go wash up quickly, and wake A-Qian up while you're at it."

She urged Zhou Heming to wash up.

"Okay."

When Zhou Heming finished washing up and came out, Cheng Shuangjiang had already cracked the eggs into the sugar water, added the fermented rice, and was ready to take it off the heat.

Lu Qian yawned as she walked out of the room and saw Zhou Heming coming out of the bathroom. She hugged him like a koala and clung to him for a while.

"A-Qian, go wash up quickly, or breakfast will get cold."

Cheng Shuangjiang spoke in a nagging manner, like a mother earnestly advising her child.

"it is good!"

Lu Qian immediately let go of Zhou Heming and went into the bathroom.

Zhou Heming helped set the table.

Each person received six glutinous rice balls and a soft-boiled egg, with fermented rice wine floating in the bowl. The steaming hot dish was enough to dispel the winter chill.

The three of them began to eat after Lu Qian sat down.

"Speaking of which, I think I had a strange dream last night."

Zhou Heming ate a glutinous rice ball with red bean paste filling.

He'd heard that Ningjiang had meat-filled glutinous rice balls, which he'd never tried before, but he was curious and decided to try them during the Lunar New Year.

"What dream?"

Lu Qian blew on the sugar water in the spoon and asked.

"Yes, I dreamt about high school."

Zhou Heming answered, glancing at Cheng Shuangjiang, who was stirring the sugar water with a spoon.

"What's so strange about that?"

Lu Qian was puzzled.

"I dreamt that everyone's family was happy and there were no accidents. Then the three of us ended up in a high school."

Zhou Heming recounted his bizarre dream in detail.

It was as if there hadn't been a flash flood that year. Cheng Shuangjiang's parents accompanied her as she grew up, Lu Qian and Lu Bai had harmonious families, and the two sisters each pursued their own goals.

Zhou Heming's parents did not encounter any engineering accidents, and he was even cheerful enough to serve as a class monitor.

"That's really strange."

After listening to Zhou Heming's story, Lu Qian smiled.

"But if my sister were still here, maybe I really would be the image that A-He dreamed of."

With Lu Bai protecting her from the wind and rain, Lu Qian probably doesn't need to try so hard to be cheerful like she does now.

"In my dream, it seems I also like A-He."

Cheng Shuangjiang tilted her head and said softly.

"Yes, yes?"

Zhou Heming's hand trembled, and the glutinous rice balls in the spoon fell into the bowl.

"I don't know about others, but for me, the fact that I would say those things to A-He already means I like him."

Cheng Shuangjiang smiled gently.

"Like it"

Zhou Heming recalled his dream.

After Cheng Shuangjiang's reminder, it seems that it is indeed true. Even if she is not as aloof and indifferent as before because of her happy family, Cheng Shuangjiang is a very tactful and boundary-conscious person. She would not casually say ambiguous or misunderstanding-inducing things to unfamiliar people, especially people of the opposite sex.

"But it feels like in a dream, there's nothing about me that you, Shuangjiang, would like."

In that beautiful dream world, Zhou Heming did not save Cheng Shuangjiang. Their interactions were limited to occasional grade-level meetings when they were both class monitors, and casual chats back in class afterward.

"This shows that no matter how we met, we will eventually fall in love with each other, right?"

Cheng Shuangjiang smiled.

"However, if things continue to develop that way, wouldn't Ahe be a bit of a scumbag?"

Lu Qian cut the soft-boiled egg open with a spoon, revealing a dark yellow runny yolk mixed with the sugar syrup, making it slightly cloudy.

"He clearly has me as his girlfriend, yet he's still having a flirtatious relationship with Shuangjiang."

"what?"

Zhou Heming was taken aback.

"Don't worry, I'm just curious. If you were in a dream, would you make advances towards A-He and pursue him?"

Lu Qian looked at the girl sitting opposite her with great interest.

"of course."

Cheng Shuangjiang answered without any hesitation or thought.

Even if A-He is already with me?

Lu Qian raised an eyebrow.

"Ah."

Cheng Shuangjiang nodded.

"It seems that Ah He in my dream can also win the favor of the two of us, and the three of us will be together."

Lu Qian glanced at Zhou Heming meaningfully, then spoke to herself.

"No, not necessarily. Maybe my sister will join too."

"Stop, stop, stop. It's just a dream. There's no need to discuss it so seriously."

Zhou Heming interrupted Lu Qian's imagination.

"Just treat it as an imaginative training exercise for screenwriters."

Lu Qian seemed to find it amusing to tease Zhou Heming, and scooped up a glutinous rice ball.

"Given my personality, I might confess to Ahe in my second year of high school, and then Ahe would be caught in a dilemma in my third year."

Cheng Shuangjiang continued to describe, following Lu Qian's imagination.

"Then during the graduation trip, the three of us finally got together and are still together now."

Lu Qian continued.

"really?"

Zhou Heming couldn't help but imagine it.

That would definitely be a completely different story from now. "How about we change into our school uniforms tonight and get a feel for it?"

Lu Qian chuckled softly.

Zhou Heming didn't actually have that kind of fetish.

These two girls seem to have a particular fondness for wearing their school uniforms together.

Perhaps it's to make up for the time I missed during high school?

"Don't forget, we're going to the villa to celebrate the New Year together tonight."

Zhou Heming offered a reminder.

He doesn't have that kind of fetish, to be honest.

This is absolutely true.

"Just kidding. If not today, then tomorrow."

Lu Qian seemed determined to engage in a role-playing exercise, portraying the somewhat timid and introverted version of herself in Zhou Heming's dream.

"Shall the three of us go over after class today?"

Cheng Shuangjiang asked a question as if to confirm.

Today is the last day of the year, and Su Hong and her friends, along with Yang Hongye and Gu Yingying, decided to rent a villa to celebrate the New Year. The villa is located at the foot of the mountain near the school, and most of the properties in the area are rented out, so there's no need to worry about disturbing the neighbors.

"Yes, Su Hong said they'll be in charge of buying the ingredients, all we need to do is show up."

Zhou Heming replied.

Because Cheng Shuangjiang finished class late, Zhou Heming and Lu Qian decided to wait for her instead of setting off with Su Hong and the others.

"This is the first time the three of us have spent New Year's Eve together."

Cheng Shuangjiang continued.

On the morning of December 31st, during her senior year of high school, was the day she, reborn, left.

Whether it was Zhou Heming, Cheng Shuangjiang, or Lu Qian, they all experienced what was perhaps the most difficult New Year's Day ever.

Now, the three of them have come together after going through many hardships.

Naturally, we should make up for the lost time and have an unforgettable New Year's Day.

"right."

Lu Qian agreed with Cheng Shuangjiang's statement.

"This is our first New Year's Eve together. We'll celebrate every year together from now on."

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evening.

Zhou Heming and Lu Qian arrived at the teaching building where Cheng Shuangjiang was having her last class, just in time.

It was already quite cold, and students dressed in heavy clothes could be seen everywhere walking in groups. Tomorrow was a holiday, so everyone's expressions were relatively relaxed as they discussed where to go that night.

Especially for freshmen, after three years of high school stress and with many courses having finished their exams at the end of the month, they can finally enjoy this short holiday.

The school will hold a New Year's Eve party in the campus square in the evening, followed by a bonfire to celebrate the New Year. The dormitories will also lift the curfew. It is said that the internet cafes around the school will be full from noon onwards. Even the villa that Su Hong and her friends are planning to spend the New Year with was booked a week in advance.

can only say.

College students really know how to have fun.

Although it was said that Zhou Heming and the others didn't need to bring anything, Zhou Heming and Lu Qian still bought some snacks and each carried a large bag.

In addition, Zhou Heming also bought some props that they would use that night, wanting to give the two girls a memorable New Year's Eve.

The bell rang, and many students came down the stairs.

Zhou Heming soon spotted Cheng Shuangjiang walking downstairs talking to a girl.

Upon seeing the two, Cheng Shuangjiang immediately waved and flashed a bright smile.

She said a few words to the girls around her, waved goodbye, and jogged over to Zhou Heming and Lu Qian.

"Sorry for the wait~"

Cheng Shuangjiang looked at the plastic bag in Zhou Heming's hand.

"what is this?"

"I bought some snacks and such, thinking I might need them tonight."

Zhou Heming answered.

"Okay, is it heavy? I can put some in my backpack."

As Cheng Shuangjiang spoke, she was about to take off her schoolbag.

"No need, no need, it's very light."

Zhou Heming weighed it in his hand and then told Cheng Shuangjiang to carry the bag.

The three of them arrived at the school gate, took a bus for two stops, and arrived at the villa area at the foot of the mountain.

This community is an older development, so the facilities are a bit outdated. It consists of detached villas, which are difficult to maintain. Many owners rent out their houses. Some are used as self-media studios, some are shared by several working people, and many more are used as guesthouses or short-term rentals for company or school team building activities.

Following the navigation, they navigated through the winding streets of the villa area and quickly found the house that Su Hong had rented.

The villa has a rather unmaintained yard with swings, a barbecue grill, and other amenities, so it's probably suitable for BBQs when the weather is nice.

Crossing the courtyard and arriving at the door, Zhou Heming pressed the doorbell.

After a while, Jiang Rui opened the door.

"You've come at just the right time; we're almost overwhelmed with work here."

Jiang Rui was wearing an apron and looked like she had been busy in the kitchen.

"how?"

Zhou Heming walked into the living room and saw a huge projection screen. There were some snacks on the coffee table, and noisy sounds came from the kitchen, so it seemed that everyone was inside.

He and Lu Qian put their things down and followed Jiang Rui into the kitchen.

"You should do it this way, then this way, and finally this way."

Su Hong directed Du Ruo, who, holding a kitchen knife, chopped the vegetables on the cutting board crookedly.

"Don't rush me, I need some peace and quiet!"

Du Ruo stopped what she was doing and protested to Su Hong.

On the other side, Yang Hongye was peeling radishes and potatoes, and Gu Yingying was helping her out, but the two of them were moving very slowly, like Mr. Lightning.

"None of us have much cooking experience, so we're a bit overwhelmed right now. Please wait a moment."

Jiang Rui explained.

They planned to make hot pot that evening and bought a lot of side dishes at the supermarket, but preparing the ingredients was still too difficult for these students whose basic cooking skills were limited to instant noodles.

"How about we do it?"

Zhou Heming rolled up his sleeves.

It depends on their progress; it will probably take another two or three hours before we can eat hot pot.

"That's great, I'll help out!"

Jiang Rui immediately untied his apron and handed it to Zhou Heming.

Zhou Heming and Cheng Shuangjiang exchanged a glance and smiled helplessly.

There's no need to worry about the meat; it's all frozen meat rolls from the supermarket. But the vegetables need to be processed, and the dipping sauce needs to be prepared. Although it seems like a very simple operation, it will still take a little time if you haven't done it before.

Especially when it comes to knives, people who cook often might not be afraid, but the first time they hold a kitchen knife or paring knife, they will still be trembling with fear and dare not make a move.

Thank goodness it's hot pot today.

If you're going to stir-fry or cook, it's hell mode for beginners.

Either it's undercooked, or overcooked, or there's not enough salt, or too much salt—none of these are things a beginner can master on their first try.

Hot pot, on the other hand, only requires you to throw the food into the boiling pot and swish it around a couple of times.

After sending Su Hong and the others to the living room to set up the entertainment equipment for the evening, only Zhou Heming, Cheng Shuangjiang, and Jiang Rui, who had helped with cooking at home, remained in the kitchen.

The two worked together seamlessly, with Jiang Rui assisting them from the side.

He wasn't unhappy at all; on the contrary, being able to watch his favorite couple interact from the front row was the ultimate shipping experience.

After working for more than half an hour, the three of them managed to prepare the ingredients for the hot pot.

Su Hong placed the pot containing the base ingredients on the coffee table in the living room, piled all the ingredients on the table, and turned on the projector, casually playing the TV station's New Year's Eve gala live broadcast.

After pouring drinks for everyone, Yang Hongye picked up her cup.

"So, the wrap party and New Year's Eve party for the crew of 'My Girlfriend Reborn' officially begin."

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