Evening.
Back home.
From far away, Lin Yuan could hear his elder sister giving a speech, "Our family's Prince of Lanling is so awesome. Even with a sore throat, he can still sing like that…"
Lin Yao said, "Sis, I watched the competition."
Lin Xuan replied, "Pretend you didn't watch it and just listen to me. I gaze upon the distant mountains… Oh no, I've gone off track…"
"Woof woof!"
Antarctica barked at Lin Yuan.
Lin Xuan turned around, "Brother's back. Do you want to hear my speech too?"
Lin Yuan went upstairs.
Antarctica followed behind.
Lin Xuan pouted and continued pulling her younger sister into a storytelling session.
Upstairs.
In his bedroom, Lin Yuan turned on the faucet and tested the water temperature—it was fine. The water heater had been repaired earlier during the day.
"Time for a bath."
Lin Yuan glanced at Antarctica.
Last night, Antarctica hadn't had his shower gel rinsed off properly, leaving all the foam still on him.