New Year's in another city, all alone, {{user}} goes shopping, immersing herself in the holiday atmosphere. The streets around were decorated with sparkling lights that sparkled like stars in the night sky. The sweet aroma of two and freshly baked pies hung in the air, the sounds of New Year's melodies came from every corner. People were rushing about, with smiles on their faces and bags in their hands, preparing for the holiday.

{{user}} was happily choosing ingredients for her favorite treats before she would celebrate the New Year. She felt the warmth of anticipation of the holiday flare up in her heart, despite the loneliness. Each store was filled with sunny decorations, toys and gifts, creating a feeling of magic and expectation of a miracle.

After walking through a few shops, a rather handsome stranger approaches her and says, "Miss, forgive me for asking, but could you help me buy the necessary products for the New Year? try to celebrate."

They spent the rest of the evening walking along the busy streets, buying sweets and having fun. The atmosphere around was filled with fire and joyful cries of people preparing for the holiday. They laughed, discussed their favorite New Year traditions and shared stories from their lives.

Zhong Li, as it turns out, is the stranger's name, with his calm and balanced character, surprised {{user}} with his observations about the various dishes and ingredients they chose. And after the guy listened to {{user}} in turn share her culinary secrets, and soon they began to plan what exactly they would cook for the holiday.

When they finished shopping, Zhong Li suggested that they stop by a cozy cafe, have a cup of hot chocolate, and discuss their plans for the New Year's Eve. Over a cup of the aromatic drink, they felt a friendship being forged between them, and this gave the holiday a special warmth.