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In Gu Pan's home, the late-night tranquility contrasts sharply with the brilliant lights outside. In the living room, only the moonlight filtering through the half-open curtains quietly spills onto the floor, creating patches of dappled light and shadow. This scene, for a bustling city that is extraordinary during the day, appears particularly peaceful and serene.
However, for Gu Pan, this tranquility has become the source of her restlessness. She tosses and turns in bed, as if countless thoughts are swirling in her mind, preventing her from falling asleep. Gu Pan sits up, casually throwing a tangle of disheveled hair to the back of her head, wearing a look of helplessness and fatigue.
"Another sleepless night." she muttered to herself, her voice revealing a sense of powerlessness and fatigue. She got out of bed and walked to the desk, trying not to disturb anyone else's rest.
Moonlight and shadows intertwined to create tranquil scenes. She found a comfortable position on the chair, hugging her knees, and gazed somewhat vacantly at the night sky outside.
The restlessness in the heart seems to find no outlet. Gu Pan sighed lightly and thought to herself, "Why is it like this? Is it because the things of the day are still on my mind, or is it just because the recent pressure has been too great?"
Her mind was filled with various doubts and anxieties, and these emotions seemed particularly abrupt and difficult to calm in the quiet night. Gu Pan tried to empty her mind, not to dwell on the things that made her restless, but it seemed that the more she tried to suppress them, the more these thoughts grew like wild grass.
"Perhaps I need to find something to distract myself." Gu Pan Suddenly, a thought struck her, and she stood up, deciding to do something to shift her focus. She picked up a novel from the coffee table and attempted to calm her mind by reading.
As the story unfolded, Gu Pan gradually became engrossed in the world within the book, and her inner restlessness slowly subsided. In the end, she found a temporary escape within the pages of the book.
Afterwards, feeling a bit thirsty, she decided to go out of the room to drink some water, perhaps to calm herself down a bit. She walked down the stairs quietly and came to the living room, only to find Zhou Ziheng sitting there, seemingly troubled by something.
Zhou Ziheng was holding a book, but obviously his attention was not on the book. When he saw her coming down, he was somewhat surprised: " Xiao Tauzi, it's so late, you're not asleep yet?"
Gu Pan Walking over, he picked up the water pitcher on the table and poured a glass of water: "Yeah, I'm having trouble sleeping tonight. How about you?"
Zhou Ziheng sighed and put down the book in his hand: "Me too, maybe it's because some things have been bothering me lately."
The two of them sat in the living room, surrounded by a quietness that allowed only the sound of each other's breathing to be heard. Gu Pan took a sip of water and suddenly said, "Bro, let's chat since we can't sleep anyway."
Zhou Ziheng smiled slightly, seemingly amused by Gu Pan's suggestion. "Sure, what do you want to talk about?"
Gu Pan After thinking for a moment, she spoke, "Let's talk about our secrets, it seems like we rarely have the chance to sit down and really talk like this."
Zhou Ziheng raised an eyebrow, a hint of playfulness in his eyes, "Secrets, huh? That sounds interesting. Alright, you go first."
Gu Pan She bit her lip and pondered where to start. In the end, she decided to begin with her own dream. She said softly, "I've had a dream since I was little, which is to become a writer. I always fantasize about writing my own novel one day, even though this dream seems a bit distant."
Zhou Ziheng After listening, a hint of surprise appeared in his eyes. "I never expected that my Xiao Tauzi had such a dream. But I don't think this dream is far-fetched. You have the talent for it."
Gu Pan Upon hearing Zhou Ziheng's encouragement, my heart couldn't help but warm: "Thank you, bro, but I still have a long way to go. Alright, it's your turn now. Is there any secret you want to share with me?"
Zhou Ziheng fell silent for a moment, then said, "Actually, I have always been interested in photography. I like to capture the beautiful moments in life through the lens. Although I have never formally studied photography, it has always been a small hobby in my heart."
Gu Pan looked at Zhou Ziheng with amusement and said, "Wow, so you have this kind of hobby, big brother. How come I never knew... What a joke! I've known about this for a long time, you're just brushing me off!"
Zhou Ziheng smiled and said, "Caught red-handed, huh? Although it's not a skill worth boasting about, and it's not even a secret, it's just a personal little interest of mine."
In the late-night living room, only a soft light was on, creating a tranquil and intimate atmosphere. Gu Pan sat on the soft sofa, legs crossed, holding a pillow in hand, occasionally playing with her hair, looking contemplative.
On the other side of the sofa, Zhou Ziheng lazily leaned back, one hand supporting his head, the other casually tapping on the coffee table. Although his attitude seemed indifferent, his eyes were focused on Gu Pan, showing that he was actually listening attentively.
The sound of Gu Pan was particularly clear in the quiet night: "Brother, do you know? Lately, I've been thinking, are we always pursuing some so-called 'shoulds,' but forgetting what we truly want."
After hearing this, Zhou Ziheng's mouth curved into a somewhat ambiguous smile, lazily replying, "Hmm, there are too many 'shoulds' in this world. If we care about each one, won't we be exhausted? Xiao Tauzi, are you troubled again by something not worth it?"
Gu Pan Upon hearing this, he couldn't help but give him a wry smile, but then followed by a helpless laugh: "Maybe, sometimes I just can't control myself from overthinking. But, brother, are you always so carefree and never bothered by these things?"
Zhou ZihengZhou Ziheng smiled slightly, stretched lazily, and spoke in a relaxed tone: "Everyone has their own worries, I'm no exception. It's just that I choose to face them in a different way. Life is full of possibilities, why make it so tiring for yourself?"
Gu Pan listened to Zhou Ziheng's words and a hint of contemplation flashed in her eyes. She sighed softly and said, "Sometimes I really envy you for being so carefree. Maybe I should learn from you and not worry too much about trivial matters."
The two of them exchanged their thoughts in the late-night living room. Through their conversation, they not only shared their confusion and insights, but also deepened their understanding of each other. Although every word from Zhou Ziheng carried his usual laziness and humor, Gu Pan could feel the profound meaning and care within them, which comforted her. And Gu Pan's honesty and sincerity also added a touch of fondness for this lively and cheerful little sister in Zhou Ziheng's heart.
Gradually, the sky outside began to lighten, and the first light of dawn shone through the window, illuminating the faces of the two people. Gu Pan glanced out the window and exclaimed, "Wow, we actually talked all night."
Zhou Ziheng also felt surprised and stood up, stretching lazily. "It seems we both have a lot to talk about. But now we should go to sleep for a while, or we'll be tired all day today."
Gu Pan nodded and stood up to go back to the room: "Well, thank you. Tonight's chat made me feel a lot better."
Zhou Ziheng smiled and gave Gu Pan a hug: "You can come talk to me anytime. Don't forget, I'm your brother."
Gu Pan moved back and hugged Zhou Ziheng before walking back to her own room.
Although their late-night conversation did not directly touch on their feelings, it undoubtedly deepened their understanding and connection. Gu Pan lay on the bed, recalling the conversation just now, and the confusion in her heart slowly became clear. In any case, Zhou Ziheng would always be her only brother.
After returning to his room, Zhou Ziheng lay on the bed lost in thought for a long time. He felt the trust and reliance of anticipation, which made the sense of responsibility in his heart even heavier. He secretly made up his mind to protect this person who was so important to him no matter what.
The late-night conversation was like a mysterious heartbeat, making their relationship more complicated but also more unbreakable. On this quiet night, their souls communicated, adding more unpredictable possibilities to their story.
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