Soon, the two finished their hotpot on this chilly autumn rain-soaked night, feeling warm all over and in high spirits.

After dinner, they watched a drama together to aid digestion.

Half an hour later, Si Hua went to take a shower, and He Ju did the dishes.

Si Hua always took her time in the shower. By the time He Ju had finished the dishes and went to check on her, she said, "I'm just about to start. You go use the other bathroom."