Volume Three, Chapter Fifty-Seven: The Arrival of a Rival in Love

The engagement party was set for January 8th, and on that same day, my animal shelter opened its doors, marking a double celebration. Of course, that meant twice the busyness.

I went to the suburb in the morning to attend the opening ceremony of the shelter, and Trash Feng's family became the first batch of animals to settle in. Although it was still winter and there was no lush green grass yet, watching the dogs excitedly run around in such a vast space was heartwarming.

"I'll be working here two days every week, so I'll see you often," I said when I saw Trash Feng look back at me with tear-filled, black eyes, as if it couldn't bear to be so far away from me.

It seemed to understand my words, wagged its tail, and happily ran off.