Chapter 1256 - 554: Some Words Are Hard to Say Face-to-Face

Chapter 1256: Chapter 554: Some Words Are Hard to Say Face-to-Face

"If the five of us go to Xue Jian’s house together, I have no objections either." Ding Sihan nodded in agreement.

Her thoughts were largely in line with Qu Wanqiu’s — their intentions weren’t really about celebrating, but more about creating a scene as vivid as a river of blood.

Chen Yu Ying was naturally more than happy to join.

After all, it was related to Lin Li going to her house for "New Year’s greetings," so if Wanqiu and Sihan didn’t agree, she would have to think of ways to persuade them.

Bai Bufan... was indifferent.

They chatted a bit in the car, and although they confirmed the idea was doable, they hadn’t decided on a specific day.

Anyway, it was a post-New Year thing, and they had to check each other’s free time.

After all, the time when families finish their customary New Year’s visits varies, so it was more appropriate to discuss it later.

Ten minutes flew by, and the vehicle gradually approached the destination.

Occasionally, they could hear the sound of firecrackers or fireworks.

They chose the location based on some online recommendations, and it seemed they were not the only group to come here.

Still, the sounds were sparse, suggesting not many people were around; after all, it was the outskirts.

That was better — it felt "not lonely" and at the same time offered the "freedom" to do as they pleased.

"Wow, so much stuff!"

When they parked and got out, Lin Li opened the trunk, and the girls marveled at the stockpile of fireworks.

They had noticed it from the back seat, but the visual impact with the trunk light on was far greater.

"So now are you supposed to say it was a major expense, ask how much to split, and then I boldly say it’s nothing, it didn’t cost much, you hesitate about chipping in, Bai Bufan says not to include him, and I emphasize again it’s not necessary? SkipSkip!" Lin Li laughed.

"Oh my, real life has a fast-forward version now."

Ding Sihan and Qu Wanqiu rolled their eyes.

Lin Li was adding drama for himself!

Always a show-off!

No face left at all!

"Actually, it’s okay. Like this bundle of long-stick fireworks, each one fires only seven or eight shots, so really, you play with one for a minute and it’s gone. It goes pretty fast, so to ensure we have fun, we definitely had to prepare more."

While moving some of the fireworks and firecrackers off the car, Lin Li explained seriously:

"Don’t worry, I also bought lots of those beautiful sparklers. There are a few kinds Bai Bufan and I tested for you guys this afternoon with an experimental spirit. They’re nice, and the effects should be even better at night, perfect for photos. You can try them later."

Lin Li and Bai Bufan might really immerse in the joy of setting off fireworks, but for the "three ladies," dressing up beautifully and going out on New Year’s Eve was just as important as taking some festive photos, ideally to rule social media at the start of the Lunar New Year.

"Thanks, Xiaolinzi." Ding Sihan nodded.

"No need to unload so much first, leave some in the car and fetch it later if needed?"

"Sure, let’s start with these. So how about it, find some open space, and let you try some appetizers to test the waters?"

Lin Li closed the trunk, picked up some boxes of ground fireworks labeled "Cold Light Fountain" and "Colorful Fire Tree," along with a lighter, and distributed them to the girls.

These, like sparklers, focused on aesthetics — with a dazzling display, they were safe as long as you didn’t get too close.

Bai Bufan, without the need for more of Lin Li’s input, skillfully opened several boxes of firecrackers, removing the plastic seals.

When young, playing with firecrackers required careful rationing of the scratching paper, as using too much meant the frictions wouldn’t ignite the cracker anymore. But now it was like eating large servings with freedom to use a lighter, with no more "fire source" anxiety.

"I wonder if there are any ant holes around here; I’m already impatient!"

"You belong at the kids’ table," Lin Li, holding a "Cold Light Fountain," glanced at Bai Bufan, whose intelligence seemed to regress ten years, and shook his head.

Opening the packaging of the fireworks, Lin Li checked them and looked at the "three ladies":

"Good, it’s a green fuse. It’s safe. Let’s each light ours with a bit of distance in-between; it’s bound to look better that way."

Typically, different colored fuses marked different burn speeds.

Green fuse: sizzle——boom!

Gray fuse: sizzle—boom!

White fuse: sizzleboom!

Red fuse: boom! sizzle——

Legend has it that not only The Flash once suffered from red fuses. In a village called Konoha, a guy named The Yellow Flash also got his hand scorched several times while setting off red fuse firecrackers.

"Okay~"

They spread out a bit and each lit their fireworks.

In the hiss, colorful flames shot up, spinning and jumping on the ground, illuminating four young faces — Bai Bufan had already raced around like an unleashed pup.

Brilliant colored lights flashed before their eyes, and the sizzling fireworks instantly ignited the atmosphere of New Year’s Eve.

Chen Yu Ying watched intently, her eyes twinkling bright and clear.

"I have to take some side-profile shots. You know, class president, your only flaw right now is being too perfect."

She shot her boyfriend a reproachful look for being so blatant instead of sneakily taking photos, but Chen Yu Ying obediently withdrew her gaze and continued watching the fireworks.

"Xiaolinzi, over here, over here, we want some too," with Wanqiu said.

"Certainly."

"Your Majesty, your solo photo is ready. Please have a look."

"Present it."

"Yes!"

"Wow, Xiaolinzi, you took some great photos! Care to share your photography insight with me?"