章 146: New Year Date [2]

...Until in one of the stalls, I found a beautiful hand-crafted bracelet made of delicate silver links. It had an intricate design that reminded me of Aria's elegance. I bought it as a gift, hoping she would like it.

"Here," I said, handing her the small, wrapped package. "I saw this and thought of you."

Aria looked surprised but pleased. She unwrapped the package and her eyes widened slightly as she saw the bracelet. "It's beautiful... Thank you."

"You're welcome," I replied, feeling a warm sense of satisfaction. "I'm glad you like it."

We continued to explore the market, enjoying the festive atmosphere and each other's company. As the sun began to set, casting a golden glow over the snow-covered park, we decided to head back to the academy.