Turn Against One's Own Side at the Last Moment

"Su Yuxin, don’t say such nonsense!"

The moment Su Yuxin mentioned the word "date," Ye Feng immediately cut her off.

"This is just a simple outing, understand? If you keep spouting nonsense, I’ll have to teach you a lesson."

"Alright, alright, an outing it is."

Su Yuxin had no intention of arguing further. After hearing Ye Feng’s explanation, her initial tension and unease had eased. If Li Mucheng had resorted to underhanded methods to win Ye Feng’s affection, why couldn’t she do the same? As long as she could secure Ye Feng’s love, any means were justified.

What Ye Feng didn’t know was that beneath Su Yuxin’s seemingly carefree demeanor, she was already scheming ways to claim him for herself.

As their voices trailed off in the cable car, the two exchanged a glance, laughing off the day’s earlier unpleasantness.

"Ye Feng... I’m really sorry about today. It was supposed to be a fun day at the amusement park, but because of my misunderstanding, the whole day turned gloomy..."

Su Yuxin leaned against Ye Feng’s shoulder and murmured. Though their relationship hadn’t shattered, a rift had formed—one she needed to bridge to draw closer to him.

Deep down, Su Yuxin sensed that if she didn’t act soon, the distance between her and Ye Feng would only grow, until one day, he’d vanish from her life entirely.

If Ye Feng could forgive Li Mucheng for her mistakes, then surely he’d forgive her too if she did the same!

With that thought, the confusion in Su Yuxin’s heart transformed into determination.

As their conversation faded, the cable car reached its peak. Suddenly, the golden hues of the setting sun spilled through the glass, bathing them in its warm, radiant glow. The entire amusement park was draped in a shimmering veil of twilight, a sight so breathtaking it left anyone who saw it in awe.

"It’s so beautiful..."

Ye Feng, too, was captivated. Always rushing to complete missions in this unfamiliar world, he’d rarely had the chance to pause and appreciate such scenery. These moments of respite were few and far between.

"Sigh..."

Unbeknownst to Ye Feng, while he was lost in the view outside, a pair of emerald-green eyes remained fixed on him.

Is Ye Feng... sad? But why? Just a moment ago, he was praising the view, and now he seems melancholy. What’s going on...

"Yuxin? What are you staring at?"

Snapping out of his thoughts, Ye Feng waved a hand in front of Su Yuxin, who had been gazing at him in a daze, and asked with concern.

"Ah! I was just thinking how stunning the sunset is, so I wanted to see your reaction too. Turns out we feel the same way."

"Y-Yeah... The sunset is beautiful, but it’s fleeting. Experiencing it in the limited time we have is meaningful in its own way."

"Ugh... Ye Feng, you’re speaking so cryptically. I don’t get it at all."

"It’s fine if you don’t understand yet."

Ye Feng gently patted Su Yuxin’s head and took a deep breath.

"You’ll come to grasp these things when you’re older."

"I’m already grown up! Both physically and age-wise!"

Su Yuxin pouted, dissatisfied with Ye Feng’s patronizing tone. But considering her future plans, she forced herself to nod obediently.

"Alright, alright. Ye Feng, the cable car’s about to descend. There are still so many rides I want to try..."

"Yuxin!"

Just as Su Yuxin excitedly began listing attractions, Ye Feng shot her a warning look.

"You know what time it is."

"I... I know... You said we had to leave before evening."

Su Yuxin mumbled dejectedly, her lips pursed.

"But... I just don’t want to say goodbye yet."

"But you have to keep your promise, don’t you? I agreed to spend the day at the amusement park with you, and in return, you agreed to leave by evening."

"Ugh... Fine, I’ll do it. I was just complaining, that’s all."

"That’s good. Remember, Yuxin, there’ll be plenty more chances for us to hang out—as long as you keep your word."

For some reason, Ye Feng found Su Yuxin’s hair incredibly soft, her twin ponytails dazzling under the light.

I really want to touch her ponytails... I wonder how they’d feel...

Wait, no! What am I thinking? Being in this cable car for so long must be messing with my head. We need to get off soon.

"Alright, Yuxin, today’s adventure ends here. Make sure you get home before dark, understand?"

"Ye Feng, are you worried about me?"

Su Yuxin’s eyes sparkled, her heart swelling with sweetness, her smile spreading uncontrollably—until Ye Feng’s stern expression wiped it away.

"Yuxin, are you even listening to me? Worrying is secondary—the main point is you need to go home early, got it?"

"Mm, I got it."

"Good. Right now, Xie Yuyan’s whereabouts are unknown, so anything could be dangerous. I’ll feel better once you’re safely home."

"Huh? X-Xie Yuyan?"

Just as Su Yuxin was basking in Ye Feng’s concern, that jarring name snapped her back to reality.

At that moment, the cable car reached the ground, its doors sliding open. Ye Feng promptly led Su Yuxin out.

Right... Xie Yuyan! How could I forget about her? I can’t let her ruin the bond I’ve worked so hard to build with Ye Feng. I need this relationship to claim the love that’s rightfully mine! I won’t let Xie Yuyan win!

Now armed with fresh resolve, Su Yuxin recalled the plan she and Xie Yuyan had devised. Their scheme was simple: while she and Ye Feng enjoyed the rides, she’d lull him into lowering his guard. Then, just as he thought the day was ending peacefully, Xie Yuyan would strike. Even if Ye Feng tried to escape, the security forces Su Yuxin had stationed nearby would trap him, leaving Xie Yuyan to deliver the final blow.

But now, there was no way I could let Xie Yuyan do something like this—otherwise, Ye Feng's trust in me would plummet to rock bottom! Just like what happened with Li Mucheng back then!

No... I can't let this slide! I have to tell Brother Ye Feng!