June, An City.
The sun blazed in the sky, and within just a couple of hours of sunrise, the weather had gradually heated up.
There was no wind, the air was stuffy and dry, and the busy streets were full of the scent of humanity.
Chu Liangxia, with a backpack over her shoulders and holding a sun umbrella, walked leisurely along the sidewalk.
They had agreed to meet at twelve o'clock, so upon arriving at a McDonald's, she didn't go in but stood at the entrance, idly kicking at pebbles.
Next door was a university, which must have just let out its classes; despite the intense heat, there was still a sizable flow of students coming out.
Laughter and chatter, friends linking arms and slapping each other on the back, such was the vitality of youth.
Chu Liangxia couldn't help but watch for a bit longer.