Isabel had been in New Zealand for exactly one month . During this month , she had been incredibly happy and fulfilled . For the first half of the month , she traveled alone , doing many things she had never done before . She went bungee jumping in a canyon ; when she stood on the platform , she almost wanted to back out , but in the end , she gritted her teeth and jumped . The weightless sensation of free fall made her scream uncontrollably , and only after it was over did she realize her back was drenched in cold sweat . But it felt as if all the depression and sadness in her heart had been thrown down as well , leaving her in an incredibly refreshed mood . She went to Lake Tekapo to chase the aurora ; after a long wait , she saw the colorful lights dancing across the sky like ribbons , a breathtakingly beautiful sight . After traveling for half a month like this , Isabel finally adjusted her mood and got used to life in this unfamiliar coun- try . When she returned to her rented apartment , Isabel discovered that several new American exchange students had moved in . When they learned that Isabel was living here alone , they were very enthusiastic and always invited her to join their activities . They often had meals and chatted together , and Isabel gradually became familiar with those around her , making friends . When she had been living in New Zealand for a full month , Isabel invited them over for dinner at her place and per- sonally cooked a large table of dishes . Everyone was very supportive , finishing all the food and repeatedly praising Isabel's cooking skills . After dinner , everyone helped Isabel clean up the dishes , then sat on the sofa watching TV and chatting . Time passed quickly , and it was late at night before her friends gradually said their goodbyes . After taking a hot shower , Isabel curled up under her blanket and fell into a deep , peaceful sleep . When Benjamin arrived in New Zealand , it was already the middle of the night . Without bothering to rest , he hurried to the apartment where Isabel was staying . He stood downstairs , looking up at Isabel's room . The lights were already off , and although he couldn't see her right away , he still felt an overwhelming sense of peace . 0.0 % 12:47 Chapter 20 288 Vouchers After standing downstairs for a full hour , he finally decided to leave . He needed to get some rest at the hotel and wait until daytime to see Isabel . The next morning , Isabel woke up naturally . Sunlight streamed through the window as she stretched and got out of bed to wash up . She simply toasted a slice of bread and added some jam - that was her breakfast . She sat on a chair on the balcony , enjoying the sunshine while browsing job postings . Having been here for a month , she was ready to settle down for good . It was time to find a job . Just then , the doorbell suddenly rang . Isabel was a bit puzzled ; her friends usually didn't visit at this hour . She put down her phone and walked to the door , but instead of opening it immediately , she first looked outside through the peephole . With just one glance , it felt as if all the blood in her body instantly froze . Standing outside the door was Benjamin ! Isabel's heart suddenly sank , as if an invisible hand was gripping it tightly , and a wave of suffocation washed over her . She had finally managed to forget all those painful memories and start a new life - why did Benjamin have to haunt her like a ghost ? Annoyed , Isabel pinched the bridge of her nose , not wanting to respond . But the doorbell kept ringing , each time more urgent than the last . Benjamin's voice came through the door , hoarse and anxious , with a barely noticeable tremor . " Isabel ! Isabel ! I know you're in there ! Open the door ! Please , open the door ! " Isabel closed her eyes and took several deep breaths , forcing herself to calm down . When she opened her eyes again , they were filled with an icy calm . She suddenly flung the door open . Benjamin , caught off guard , stood frozen with his hand raised . The person he had longed for day and night was now standing before him in real life . His eyes instantly filled with overwhelming joy as he gazed greedily at Isabel's face . He reached out to pull Isabel into his arms , but she quickly stepped back to avoid him . Isabel spoke , her tone as cold as if she were addressing a stranger . 51.8 % 12:48 Chapter 1 Chapter 21 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!