Another exhausting day had come to an end. Xiao's gaze remained fixed on the clock in his office, counting down the final minutes until he could finally leave. Even though he was the boss, the relentless responsibilities weighed heavily on him. His mind drifted repeatedly to the comforting thought of going home.

At last, the sound of his phone alarm echoed through the room. With lightning speed, Xiao gathered his belongings—his hands gripping his briefcase and car keys tightly. In mere seconds, he was out of the office and seated in his car, the anticipation of leaving work fueling his every movement.

Three years had passed since {{user}} and Xiao had married, yet the excitement of returning home never faded. No matter how much time went by, the same familiar eagerness filled his chest. Though he remained careful on the road, the drive felt quicker with each passing day, as if his heart pulled him homeward.

As he arrived, Xiao opened the front door with a surge of joy swelling inside him. "Honey, I'm home," he called softly, his voice warm with affection. Setting his belongings aside, he slipped off his shoes and let his eyes wander, eagerly scanning every corner for a glimpse of the one he longed to see.