Chapter 207: Male Beauty Misleads

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After that day, Yun Shifei carefully gathered the budding affection in her heart and tucked it away in a hidden corner.When it came to studying, they raced against time. But Yun Tiancheng worried that Yun Shifei was too tightly wound, so he gave her two movie tickets over the weekend. "Shifei, balance work and rest. Tomorrow, go watch a movie with Cheng Lie." It was a foreign animated film, a true classic. Yun Shifei didn’t refuse. The next day, she dragged Cheng Lie along to the cinema to relax. The film had just been released, and the theater was packed, especially with couples. Yun Shifei held tightly onto Cheng Lie’s hand, afraid that in the pitch-dark, crowded space, he might accidentally get lost. She suddenly thought of the time when Yun Sisi dragged Xu Ya and Yun Tiancheng to watch a performance, and Cheng Lie unexpectedly showed up to take her to a dance show instead. Even back then, he was so warm, so good to her. If not for the fact that Cheng Lie had casually mentioned that he just had an extra ticket and didn’t know whom to invite, she might have thought he had liked her even then. She was lost in these thoughts as she walked, not watching her step, when she accidentally tripped over someone’s foot and nearly stumbled. Cheng Lie reacted quickly, pulling her close into his arms. Yun Shifei froze, too stunned to react. Then she heard the person sitting nearby say, "Young man, keep an eye on your girlfriend. It’s dark in here—you don’t want her to fall." "S...sorry..." Yun Shifei stammered. Girlfriend? Yun Shifei wanted to explain that they weren’t a couple, but on second thought, it seemed unnecessary. There was no need to explain it deliberately. Behind her, Cheng Lie, who was still supporting Yun Shifei, heard the stranger’s comment and noticed that she hadn’t denied it. He couldn’t help but curl his lips into a small smile. The hand on her shoulder tightened slightly. Then, leaning close to her ear, he whispered, "Be careful." His cold, magnetic voice carried a trace of warmth. The breath he exhaled against her ear sent shivers down her spine, and Yun Shifei’s face turned redder by the second, her heart racing. Oh no... Even though she knew Cheng Lie didn’t mean anything by it, she couldn’t help overthinking. In the past, she might have just felt a bit embarrassed, but now? How could she not overthink it? Instinctively, Yun Shifei shrugged off the hand Cheng Lie had placed on her shoulder. But just as his gaze turned cold, she grabbed his hand and pulled him forward, weaving through the crowd until they reached their seats. Only then did Yun Shifei breathe a sigh of relief. At least now she wouldn’t have to be in such close proximity to Cheng Lie. The movie started, and Yun Shifei focused all her attention on the screen. It was a pretty good film, perfectly suited for their age group. Yun Shifei laughed as she watched. The soft glow of the big screen shifted with the narrative, casting fleeting lights and shadows. Cheng Lie, however, found no interest in movies like this. He had come just to accompany Yun Shifei. He turned to look at her and saw her deeply engrossed, eating popcorn as she watched. Without even looking, she kept grabbing more popcorn, her eyes glued to the screen. His gaze softened. He turned back to the screen and, mimicking her, reached over for the popcorn. Their hands inevitably touched. Yun Shifei froze for a moment and turned to look at Cheng Lie. Cheng Lie was already looking at her. Their gazes locked in the air. It was Yun Shifei who pulled back first. She placed the popcorn in front of him. "You can have more. I didn’t see you eating earlier, so I thought you didn’t want any." Cheng Lie: "..." That wasn’t his goal. He had been trying to create an atmosphere of subtle intimacy that might set her heart racing. But Yun Shifei seemed completely oblivious. He sat there, awkwardly holding the popcorn, while Yun Shifei casually sipped her soda. Should he be more direct? His eyes fell on her lips. He reached out and lightly touched the corner of her mouth. Yun Shifei had just taken a few sips of soda to quell the awkward heat inside, trying to appear normal. But just as she’d regained her composure, Cheng Lie suddenly reached out and touched the corner of her mouth. His fingers were slightly cool, brushing gently against her skin. It tickled. What was he doing? Yun Shifei dared not even breathe, quietly watching his movements. After a moment, Cheng Lie retracted his hand and said, "You missed a spot." Yun Shifei was mortified. She quickly grabbed a tissue and wiped the corner of her mouth, then grabbed Cheng Lie’s hand and wiped it for him as well. "Sorry, I got your hand dirty. You could’ve just told me—I’d have wiped it myself." "Oh," Cheng Lie replied indifferently. But he noticed her clear embarrassment. The fleeting glow from the screen illuminated the flush spreading to her ears. It confirmed one thing: she wasn’t unaffected by his teasing. This realization lifted Cheng Lie’s spirits. She seemed less resistant than before. Hmm... Next, he could push his limits little by little. He thought back to the stranger who had mistaken them for a couple. Yun Shifei hadn’t corrected it, which suggested she didn’t mind the idea. Whether she would accept it or not, he wasn’t sure yet. But her lack of rejection and growing feelings? That was just a matter of time. For the rest of the movie, Yun Shifei found herself distracted. She couldn’t help but think—ugh, what a dangerous allure he had! Look at her, utterly smitten by Cheng Lie with hardly any effort on his part. Why was she so weak? This boy, still gentle and sweet, already knew how to captivate hearts. She couldn’t imagine how deadly he’d be once he regained his health and power. In her past life, up until her death, she didn’t recall hearing about Cheng Lie ever getting married. She wondered what kind of girl he might have ended up marrying back then. That thought gave Yun Shifei a headache. In this reborn life, everything was different. Many people’s fates had changed. But she wasn’t a god; she couldn’t control others’ lives. The only thing she could do was manage her own life and live it well. After the movie, they went shopping. Yun Shifei bought a few clothes, even picking out an outfit for Cheng Lie. Thinking of the scarf and gloves she had given Cheng Lie last year, she couldn’t help but ask, "The scarf I gave you—I haven’t seen you wearing it." The weather had grown colder, yet she hadn’t seen him wear that scarf. Cheng Lie replied calmly, "I’m afraid of wearing it out." Yun Shifei chuckled, finding him adorable. "What are you afraid of? If it gets old, I’ll just buy you another one. You know, there’s one thing I don’t lack—money." She was already a little rich woman. Hearing this, Cheng Lie smiled too. His handsome features, delicate as a painting, were especially striking in daylight. Though his complexion was pale, his eyes no longer carried the emptiness they once had. Instead, they held the reflection of her. "Then, Shifei, will you give me a gift every year?" Yun Shifei blinked her eyes. "Sure."

Chapter 207: Male Beauty Misleads

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