Delta: The First Person at the Peak

Chapter 240 A Lively New Year's Eve

She usually wears jeans every day, covering herself up completely so that Jiang Feng almost forgot that Fang Ningxue is already 170cm tall and has an exceptionally good figure.

An oatmeal-colored, fitted wool midi skirt, its length just above the knee, leads to a pair of long legs covered in thin black stockings, with smooth and beautiful lines, and slender thighs that are by no means thin and gaunt.

She wore a pair of light brown low-heeled leather shoes, which made her ankles appear even more slender. She wore a long coat in the same color scheme over it, unbuttoned. When the evening breeze blew, the hem of the coat swayed gently, and her usual gentle and reserved demeanor was unexpectedly revealed with a rare radiance.

It is said that Buddha relies on gold plating and people rely on clothing, but Fang Ningxue's outfit is clearly made of ordinary, cheap street stall goods, yet she wears it with the exquisite feel of a custom-made designer brand, all thanks to her elegant and upright temperament.

And most importantly, there's that sense of contrast!

Do you understand contrast?

This stark contrast to his usual behavior made Jiang Feng's heart skip a beat.

Seeing Jiang Feng staring blankly at Fang Ningxue, An Ke stepped forward, tugged at Jiang Feng's sleeve, and deliberately raised her voice to call out to him:

"Jiang Feng! What are you daydreaming about! You've been dawdling for ages, we've been waiting for you!"

As she spoke, she deliberately puffed out her chest and subconsciously turned around.

She was dressed up meticulously—a burgundy short Chanel-style jacket, a white knit top underneath, a high-waisted black leather skirt, and matching over-the-knee boots. Her long hair was loosely styled into a half-bun, revealing her slender neck and delicate collarbones. Her makeup was also light and refined, making her look charming and radiant, a true young lady.

She thought she would be the most dazzling person in the room today, but she didn't expect that Fang Ningxue, who is usually low-key, would suddenly change her style and become so beautiful that people couldn't take their eyes off her. What annoyed her even more was that Jiang Feng was actually stunned by her beauty!

Jiang Feng was pulled back to his senses and coughed lightly to cover his embarrassment:

"You're all here so early! Let's go then."

Many passersby in the square were already attracted by the three people's striking appearance. Some people quietly took photos with their mobile phones, but they all wisely kept their distance and did not disturb them, which made it peaceful.

Fang Ningxue spoke softly after taking only two steps:

"How do we get to West Lake? Xiasha is quite far from there."

It takes an hour by subway, and even if you drive, it will take at least forty minutes. Besides, it's rush hour now, and there's no telling when there will be traffic jams.

"Take the subway, taxis are too annoying with all the traffic."

Jiang Feng immediately decided: "Line 1 goes directly to Longxiang Bridge. We'll walk to Wenhai South Road Station first, which is only about ten minutes away."

Anke didn't refute it, even though the subway was definitely packed with people at that moment, but...

An Ke glanced at Jiang Feng's broad arms; this might not be a bad thing.

The three of them walked side by side toward the subway station. The winter evening breeze carried a slight chill, but it couldn't dispel the lively atmosphere around them.

Anke walked beside Jiang Feng, chattering incessantly:

"Jiang Feng, you're so stingy! You wore this outfit the last time we met, and you're wearing it again for New Year's Eve! After dinner, I'm going to drag you to buy a few new outfits. I have a good eye, I guarantee I'll put together a stylish look for you!"

Jiang Feng nodded. He didn't want to buy clothes; he had just grown taller recently, and his old pants and clothes were getting a bit tight, so he needed to buy a couple more.

Fang Ningxue, who was walking on the other side, was much quieter. Occasionally, she would turn her head and whisper to Jiang Feng about the club, using the light of the street lamp.

The three of them, surprisingly, got along quite well.

When they arrived at Wenhai South Road subway station, they realized that the crowds were far greater than they had imagined.

It's no exaggeration to say that the station was packed with people. The hall was crowded with people, mostly college students like them, all young faces, all rushing to West Lake and the lakeside to celebrate the New Year. The noisy chatter and footsteps mingled together, creating a lively atmosphere for the New Year's Eve.

In particular, as the three of them passed through a crowd, they happened to overhear a couple whispering, "Did you bring a condom?"

The sound wasn't loud, but it just reached the ears of the three people, instantly making the atmosphere subtle.

The three of them obediently followed the line and waited in line.

Even though Jiang Feng and An Ke were wearing masks, their figures were eye-catching, and Fang Ningxue's outstanding temperament beside them also attracted frequent glances and whispers, with people's eyes lingering on the three of them.

After one packed subway train passed, the next one arrived, and I quickly squeezed in with the crowd during the opening of the doors.

Forget about seats; being able to stand is a blessing.

Jiang Feng, being tall and strong, took the lead and, taking advantage of his size, squeezed out a small space in the corner of the carriage. He reached out to protect An Ke and Fang Ningxue behind him, making way for them and at least giving them a relatively spacious place.

He could only try his best to brace his arms on either side to shield the two of them from the passing crowds.

So, at An Ke's polite request, Fang Ningxue sat at the innermost part of the car, next to the closed door, while An Ke sat in the middle and Jiang Feng stood outside.

Even the strongest wind couldn't withstand the surging crowds in the carriage. As the subway started and stopped, people jostled each other, inevitably leading to physical contact.

The soft, fragrant scent brushed past him from time to time, the faint aroma of perfume and shampoo lingering around his nose, making Jiang Feng's mind wander. He could only deliberately tense up, staring straight ahead, not daring to look around in the slightest.

After a long, grueling hour-long journey through the crowded subway, the subway announcement finally came on: "Longxiangqiao Station has arrived."

The three of them finally managed to squeeze off the bus and out of the subway station, following the surging crowd.

Jiang Feng let out a long sigh of relief, walking with a slight hunch in his back.

Anke's ears still had a faint blush, and she broke the silence with a light cough:

"Ugh... We're finally here! It's so crowded!"

The pedestrian flow at Longxiang Bridge is even greater than that at the subway station.

Everywhere you look, there are crowds of people, and the colorful neon signs are dazzling. Laughter and music are mixed together, as if all the young people in the city have gathered here. The festive atmosphere of New Year's Eve is so strong that it's hard to imagine.

Anke, regaining her composure, immediately thought of dinner: "I was planning to find a nice restaurant for dinner, but you said it wasn't necessary."

Although Hangzhou is a culinary desert, as a new first-tier city, it does have some upscale and delicious restaurants.

She had already made a list of several restaurants in her mind, intending to take Jiang Feng to try them out.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Feng pointed to the brightly lit food street not far away. The stalls along the way emitted enticing aromas—the smells of grilled sausages, takoyaki, roasted chestnuts, and oden mingled together, whetting one's appetite.

"Why bother looking for restaurants? The food street is the way to go! Eat as much as you want, it's on me today!"

In his opinion, neither Michelin three-star Western nor Chinese restaurants can compare to the lively atmosphere of the food streets on New Year's Eve. That's what makes New Year's Eve special.

The three of them simply took off their masks and blended into the bustling crowd, strolling from one end of the street to the other in Hubin Yintai, playing and eating wherever they went.