City of Exotic Beasts.

Summary

In a quiet, snow-covered backyard, Gao Yang and Can exchange Christmas gifts, with Can giving him gloves, which he appreciates but won't wear. Can reflects on her feelings, wishing to stay by his side despite the pain of unreciprocated emotions. Meanwhile, Qing Ling observes them from a distance, grappling with her own feelings about gift-giving and the complexities of love. In a separate scene, Little Xue builds a snowman with her sister Bai Lu, expressing disappointment over Gao Yang's absence during a planned romantic moment. Bai Lu comforts her, acknowledging the heartache of growing up and the inevitability of change in relationships.

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