JFWCM Chapter 88

Warm Birthday

Warm Birthday

At Linxi First High School, the story of Yi Shang and Jiang Wan’yuan, a couple, is like a blooming flower on campus, fragrant and overflowing, warming every corner. As time quietly flows by, Yi Shang’s birthday is approaching, and Jiang Wan’yuan has long been unable to suppress the joy and anticipation in her heart, and has begun to prepare a special birthday surprise in full swing.

She first found Jichuan, who has the most quirky ideas. The two hid in a corner of the school garden, and Jiang Wan’yuan excitedly said her plan: “Jichuan, on Yi Shang’s birthday, we have to decorate the school auditorium super warmly and give her a big surprise. You’re good at decorating, so help me come up with ideas.”

Jichuan touched his chin, his eyes rolled around, and said, “Jiang Laoshi, leave this to me. We can use interstellar light strips to create a dreamy starry sky ceiling, and then put Yi Shang’s favorite crystal plants around, it will definitely be super beautiful.”

Jiang Wan’yuan’s eyes lit up, and she clapped her hands and cheered, “That’s a great idea! By the way, Zhang Yao has a wide network of contacts, how about letting her invite Yi Shang’s former classmates and friends to the birthday party?”

Jichuan nodded in agreement: “That will definitely work. With Zhang Yao’s help, we can definitely get Yi Shang a big old friend reunion.”

The two acted immediately and went to find Zhang Yao. After Zhang Yao heard their plan, she patted her chest confidently: “Leave the inviting to me, I guarantee to give Yi Shang a big surprise. I also have ideas for birthday gifts, absolutely unique.”

In the following days, Jiang Wan’yuan hid in her office whenever she had time, carefully preparing gifts for Yi Shang. She used her exquisite handicraft skills to make a beautiful interstellar model, which restored the mysterious planet she and Yi Shang discovered during their first interstellar adventure. Every detail was filled with her deep love for Yi Shang.

Yi Shang, on the other hand, still shuttles through every corner of the campus every day, coldly dealing with the school’s affairs, and has no idea that a surprise exclusively for her is quietly brewing.

Finally, the day of Yi Shang’s birthday arrived. In the morning, the sun shone gently on Yi Shang’s face through the cracks in the window. Jiang Wan’yuan, like a cheerful little bird, got up early and hummed a little tune to prepare breakfast for Yi Shang in the kitchen. She carefully baked Yi Shang’s favorite chocolate cookies and paired them with a steaming cup of fragrant coffee.

Yi Shang woke up, saw the table full of delicious food, and Jiang Wan’yuan’s smiling face, her cold face could not help but soften a bit: “Wan’yuan, thank you.”

Jiang Wan’yuan ran over and gently kissed Yi Shang on the cheek: “Happy birthday, my big birthday star! You have to listen to my arrangements today.”

The corners of Yi Shang’s mouth rose slightly, and she nodded. After breakfast, Jiang Wan’yuan took Yi Shang for a walk on campus. Along the way, Jiang Wan’yuan chattered about the interesting things that had happened at school recently. Yi Shang listened quietly, occasionally interjecting a few words. The figures of the two were particularly warm on the school path.

Unconsciously, night fell. Jiang Wan’yuan looked at the time and pretended to say casually to Yi Shang: “Yi Shang, Jichuan said that some new technology exhibitions have been set up in the auditorium, which seems to be related to the project you researched before, let’s go take a look.”

Yi Shang became interested when she heard this and followed Jiang Wan’yuan to the auditorium. When Yi Shang opened the door of the auditorium, the colorful lights lit up instantly, and familiar friends shouted in unison: “Happy birthday, Yi Shang!” Yi Shang looked around and saw the ceiling of the auditorium was covered with light strips that twinkled like stars, and crystal plants emitting soft light were placed around. The walls were projected with her bits and pieces at school, from her serious appearance when she was the principal to the warm moments with Jiang Wan’yuan.

Yi Shang felt a burst of emotion in her heart. She didn’t expect everyone to be so attentive for her birthday. Jiang Wan’yuan took Yi Shang’s hand and walked to the center of the auditorium: “Yi Shang, do you like the surprise we prepared for you?”

Yi Shang looked at Jiang Wan’yuan, her eyes full of affection: “I like it, Wan’yuan, thank you, and thank you everyone.”

At this time, Jichuan, like a smug child, jumped in front of Yi Shang: “Yi Shang, look at this arrangement, it took me a lot of thought, isn’t it awesome?”

Yi Shang nodded slightly: “Very good, thank you for your hard work.”

Zhang Yao also walked over and handed over a beautifully packaged gift box: “Yi Shang, this is our collective gift, I hope you like it.”

Yi Shang took the gift box and opened it. It was a customized interstellar communication watch. The dial was engraved with her and Jiang Wan’yuan’s names, as well as the coordinates of the constellations they had ventured together. Yi Shang looked up at everyone and said sincerely: “Thank you, this gift is very special.”

Jiang Wan’yuan smiled and took out the interstellar model she had prepared: “Yi Shang, this is my gift to you, I hope you will like it.”

Yi Shang took the model and looked at it carefully, and a warm current surged in her heart. She gently held Jiang Wan’yuan’s hand: “Wan’yuan, I cherish this gift very much, thank you.”

The birthday party officially began, and everyone sat together, enjoying the delicious food and drinks. Jiang Wan’yuan took Yi Shang up to dance. At first, Yi Shang was a little restrained, but under Jiang Wan’yuan’s lead, she gradually immersed herself in the joyful atmosphere. Their dance steps were light and tacit, as if the whole world was only each other.

After a dance, Jiang Wan’yuan stood in the center of the auditorium, picked up the microphone, and cleared her throat: “Everyone be quiet, I have something to say to Yi Shang.” The auditorium suddenly fell silent, and everyone’s eyes focused on Jiang Wan’yuan.

Jiang Wan’yuan looked at Yi Shang, her eyes flashing with tears, and said affectionately: “Yi Shang, from the moment we met at Linxi First High School, my world has become colorful. Although you look cold on the outside, only I know the tenderness and kindness in your heart. In those days we spent together, whether facing interstellar crises or trivial matters on campus, you always silently guarded me. Today is your birthday, and I want to tell you that I love you, this love will be like the eternal light between the stars, forever bright. May I be by your side for every birthday in the future, bringing you happiness.”

Yi Shang listened to Jiang Wan’yuan’s confession, and her eyes turned slightly red. She stepped forward, gently hugged Jiang Wan’yuan, and whispered in her ear: “Wan’yuan, I love you too, thank you for everything you have done for me.”

The surrounding friends applauded, and blessings rose and fell. Jichuan smiled and shouted: “Yi Shang, say a few words too, don’t just show affection.”

Yi Shang looked at everyone, remained silent for a moment, and said slowly: “Today, I am very touched and very happy. Thank you all for preparing such an unforgettable birthday party for me, and thank Wan’yuan even more, she made me feel this fiery love. I am not very good at expressing myself, but I will always protect Wan’yuan, protect our Linxi First High School, and protect our common beautiful future.”

Afterwards, everyone sang a birthday song for Yi Shang together. In the singing, Yi Shang closed her eyes and made a wish: I hope to walk hand in hand with Jiang Wan’yuan through countless spring, summer, autumn and winters, I hope Linxi First High School will cultivate more excellent interstellar talents, and I hope the universe will always be peaceful and tranquil.

After singing the birthday song, Yi Shang blew out the candles and shared the birthday cake with everyone. At this time, Zhang Yao suggested: “Let’s play a game, let’s play an interstellar knowledge competition, and the loser has to perform a show.” Everyone responded, and for a while, the auditorium was filled with laughter.

During the game, Yi Shang relied on her deep interstellar knowledge reserve to pass the levels all the way. Jiang Wan’yuan cheered for Yi Shang from the side and actively participated in it. Her liveliness and cheerfulness made the whole game session more interesting. Whenever someone lost the game and went on stage to perform, it would cause a burst of laughter. Some people imitated the strange language of interstellar creatures, and some people performed interstellar dances, pushing the atmosphere of the birthday party to one climax after another.

As time passed, the birthday party gradually came to an end. Friends left one after another, and Yi Shang, Jiang Wan’yuan, Jichuan, and Zhang Yao cleaned up the auditorium together. Although they were a little tired, everyone’s face was filled with happy smiles.

After cleaning up, Yi Shang and Jiang Wan’yuan walked hand in hand on the way back to the dormitory. The Linxi First High School at night was extraordinarily quiet, and the moonlight shone on them, as if covering them with a layer of silver gauze. Jiang Wan’yuan leaned on Yi Shang’s shoulder and said softly, “Yi Shang, are you happy today?”

Yi Shang said gently: “Very happy, Wan’yuan, this is the most meaningful birthday I have ever had. With you by my side, everything becomes infinitely beautiful.”

Jiang Wan’yuan raised her head, looked at Yi Shang, her eyes full of love: “Me too, Yi Shang. I will create more surprises for you every year on your birthday in the future.”