together

The sun had already set over the horizon, casting a warm violet glow over the room . The table was set with many plates, filled with steaming bowls of sweet and sour pork, dim sum, Kung pao chicken, ma po tofu, Noddles with meatballs, a favorite of the siblings growing up. The scent of garlic, spices and tomato sauce filled the air, creating a comforting atmosphere that enveloped the room.

Rong jingyi, the younger brother, stood nervously by the table, stirring his bowl absentmindedly. His heart raced as he waited for his older sister, Rong jingyu, to arrive after a shower. It had been six long months since their father's disappearance, and the siblings had barely spoken to each other since then. The tension between them was palpable, and Rong jingyi knew that something needed to change. He couldn't go on like this, he wanted his sister back.