The Gaze in the Dark

Seeing Ye Feng remain silent, Su Yuxin understood that his silence was already his answer to her. To prevent the atmosphere from becoming awkward, she straightened Ye Feng's slightly bowed posture and mustered all her strength to force a smile at him, though the light in her eyes had dimmed from before.

Why... Brother Ye Feng, why are you treating me like this? I love you so much—I was even willing to give you everything I have. So why did you choose Li Mucheng instead? Didn’t she hurt you before? How does she deserve a second chance to earn your love, while I can only watch from the sidelines as you two grow closer? Xie Yuyan was right... Brother Ye Feng, you’ve never truly given your heart to me. Why... why are you doing this to me?

"It's okay, Brother Ye Feng. I was just joking earlier. Let’s go try the next ride—today, I’m determined to experience every attraction in this amusement park!"

Just as Su Yuxin put on a sweet smile again and was about to lead Ye Feng away, he suddenly pulled her back.

"Mm...?"

Su Yuxin turned her head in surprise, only to see Ye Feng staring at the ground with a grave expression, lost in thought.

"Brother... Brother Ye Feng?"

His demeanor softened Su Yuxin’s heart despite herself. Tears welled up in her eyes as she clung to his arm, her voice trembling.

"I... I’m sorry, Brother Ye Feng. I ruined the mood. I shouldn’t have said those things earlier."

"No... It’s not your fault, Yuxin."

Ye Feng shook his head and guided her to sit on a bench by the walkway. Watching her concerned gaze, he let out a heavy sigh.

"Yuxin, I know... I know how you feel about me. But I really can’t accept your feelings."

"Why?"

Su Yuxin pressed without hesitation, her earlier resolve to maintain the cheerful atmosphere now replaced by stubborn determination.

"Because I can’t drag you down. You’re a good girl, Yuxin. You deserve a better life."

"Then why is it okay for you to drag Li Mucheng down? Doesn’t she deserve a better life too?"

The moment Su Yuxin uttered those words, Ye Feng fell silent. The reason he had accepted Li Mucheng wasn’t because her love had moved him—it was because she had already lost her innocence to him. Though he had been unconscious at the time, the deed was done, and he couldn’t simply dismiss it as a dream.

But could he tell Su Yuxin this? Even if she could keep it a secret, he couldn’t bring himself to reveal it. Knowing her personality, she might resort to even more extreme measures than Li Mucheng had. It was better to let her give up on him. Still, Ye Feng admitted that when he had kidnapped Su Yuxin in the sewer that day, he had been deeply moved by her understanding nature. But that didn’t justify tainting such a pure-hearted girl.

"I’m sorry, Yuxin... I can’t give you what you want."

"Brother Ye Feng..."

His calm words cut through Su Yuxin’s heart like countless sharp blades, stabbing relentlessly into her chest. The emerald depths of her eyes darkened further.

So... Brother Ye Feng, are you saying that if I become a bad girl, you’ll accept me? Then I understand what I must do. Xie Yuyan was right—the only way to make you realize who truly loves you is to seize you for myself. Thank you for your answer, Brother Ye Feng. The path in my heart has suddenly become so clear.

......

Abruptly, Su Yuxin’s trembling ceased. The hand clutching Ye Feng’s sleeve slowly loosened, and her soft lips parted as she replied in a sweet voice, "I... I understand. I’ve been nothing but trouble for you all this time. Thank you for taking care of me."

Ye Feng was taken aback by the sudden change in her demeanor. He wanted to say something comforting but stopped himself. He knew that any further words would only make things worse. Swallowing hard, he stood up and said, "Let’s keep going, Yuxin."

"Okay~"

This time, Su Yuxin didn’t cling to his arm. Instead, she skipped ahead before turning back with a bright smile.

"Next... I want to ride the merry-go-round! Is that okay, Brother Ye Feng?"

"Sure."

Watching her cheerful figure walk away, Ye Feng felt as though something was missing. The lively sparkle in Su Yuxin’s eyes seemed to have dulled...

"Am I imagining things? Or has she really let go?"

Unable to shake his unease, Ye Feng followed her, carefully observing her behavior.

"Ugh... My head feels so dizzy~"

After the ride, Su Yuxin clutched her head, pouting in discomfort.

"That’s what happens when you ask the staff to set the swing to maximum intensity. Everyone else rides gentle horses, but you chose a wild stallion. Of course your head would spin at that speed."

Ye Feng guided her to a bench and crouched down in front of her.

"I’ll go get you some hot water to help with the dizziness. Stay here and wait for me, okay?"

Su Yuxin let out a soft huff and muttered under her breath, "I don’t need your concern..."

Though her words were faint, Ye Feng heard them. Ignoring her sulking, he turned away without another word. Soon, he returned with a cup of warm water.

"Here, drink some."

Su Yuxin hesitated, eyeing him warily before turning her head away without accepting the cup.

Unfazed, Ye Feng knew she was still upset over his earlier rejection. A little tantrum wasn’t unusual for a girl her age. He gently pressed the cup to her lips.

"Mmm..."

Feeling the paper cup against her mouth, Su Yuxin reluctantly lowered her head.

"I don’t—"

"Be good. Drink."

At the sound of his tender voice, an inexplicable ache surged in Su Yuxin’s chest. Tears shimmered in her eyes before she could stop them.

What... What’s wrong with me? I was determined to harden my heart, so why is this happening? I should have refused! Why... why did I give in?

Her heart resisted fiercely, yet when Ye Feng held the cup to her lips, she finally relented, taking small sips of the warm water. Unbeknownst to them, every moment of this exchange was being watched by a pair of unseen eyes...

Recommend Series

Destined Villain? Then What Am I, the Chosen One?!

Destined Villain? Then What Am I, the Chosen One?!

for mindless slaughter, this isn't for you.] My name is Ye Shu, and I'm a transmigrator. It seems I'm supposed to be the protagonist, but that feels pretty unlikely. This world has been invaded by a system. The antagonists on the other side have suddenly become pure, flawless saints. The female leads have been force-fed the so-called "original plot," making them think they've been reborn. Now, everyone thinks I'm scum. Including the old lady in my ring. And here I am, in the Monster Beast Mountain Range, braising pork. To put my situation in perspective— It's as if, the moment Xiao Yan stepped into the Monster Beast Mountain Range, the Soul Emperor already knew he would become the Flame Emperor, and Yao Lao had been turned to the enemy's side. I have nothing right now. Oh wait, that's not true. I do have a white-haired loli child-bride who's the Heavenly Dao, and her only skill is acting cute. So, tell me guys... what are my chances of making it to the end?

As Long as I Outlast You All, I’ll Be Invincible

As Long as I Outlast You All, I’ll Be Invincible

end. Thus one must continue to cultivate, and become a saint or great emperor, in order to prolong one's life. Chen Xia, however, completely reversed this. Since his transmigration, he has gained immortality, and also a system that awards him with attribute points for every year he lives. Thus between the myriad worlds, the legend of an unparalleled senior appeared. "A gentleman takes revenge; it is never too late even after ten thousand years." "When you were at your peak I yielded, now in your old age I shall trample on you." - Chen Xia

Poor Talent? I Bought a Year of Cultivation for One Dollar!

Poor Talent? I Bought a Year of Cultivation for One Dollar!

ut it can buy an entire year of absolutely perfect training results! Su Yu stared at his empty wallet and decisively opened up various online loan platforms. “Borrow a thousand bucks! Recharge my vitality!” Boom! His vitality broke a hundred points, shattering the limits of the human body! “Borrow ten thousand bucks! Recharge my combat skills!” Boom! A basic punching technique so common it was everywhere instantly maxed out, revealing the ultimate assassination technique of Five Elements Unity—Inner Force! When a rich kid hired assassins for a midnight ambush, aiming to break both of his legs, they instead ran headfirst into a monster—a human-shaped tyrannosaur, brimming with dragon-like vitality. With just two fingers, Su Yu snapped a steel staff reinforced with alloy. Staring at the killer’s stash of stolen cash—a staggering quarter-million dollars—he showed a corporate-sincere smile: “Thanks for the pre-exam gift pack, Mr. Zhao! I’m gonna go re-invest this!” Three days later, at the National Martial Arts College Entrance Exam, while everyone else struggled just to reach the passing line, Su Yu threw a single punch—and more than a thousand vitality points literally detonated the entire arena!

Regretting After Being Forced into Marriage by a Yandere Tycoon

Regretting After Being Forced into Marriage by a Yandere Tycoon

ng to die together with you." Lin Xuan is dead, his body thrown into the river by his scumbag lover and her accomplice. She, the president of the Su Group, is decisive, ruthless, and ice-cold. For three days and three nights, she had his body fished out of the river, and without hesitation, she kissed the bloated corpse of Lin Xuan. She laid down beside him in a cold coffin, their fingers intertwined, a smile lingering on her lips as she closed her eyes. The noble and cold-hearted woman, only bending for one man—Lin Xuan. Lin Xuan, with his golden finger, is reborn and returns to the day of his wedding to the treacherous woman. Su Qiang comes to steal the bride. Lin Xuan's eyes light up, eager to pledge his loyalty on the spot, but instead, her kiss transfers a glass of drugged wine into his mouth, causing him to pass out... 【Male Protagonist with Single Female Lead】【Yandere Tycoon】【Action-Packed】【True vs. Fake Heir】