After Rebirth, I Married the Great Demon King

Chapter 97: Chapter 97: Coincidence

The Summer Resort is located in a place even more remote than Nantian Town.

It’s situated on a large mountain in Nantian Town.

Because it’s up in the mountains, the resort feels cooler and more refreshing.

This is a famous retreat in South City, known for being warm in winter and cool in summer.

Yun Tiancheng continued driving for over forty minutes before arriving at the Summer Resort.

The entire resort is built along the mountain, with a classical architectural style.

The design is distinctly Suzhou garden-style—exceptionally beautiful.

As soon as Yun Shifei stepped out of the car, she felt her arms grow cold.

Compared to the heat of Old Mrs. Xu’s place, where the fan barely helped, the coolness here was striking. Even wearing long sleeves, it wouldn’t feel uncomfortably warm.

They got out of the car and headed inside to check in at the front desk.

Yun Shifei and Yun Sisi were each given a separate room, while Xu Ya and Yun Tiancheng shared a room.

"Once we’ve unpacked, let’s grab something to eat and rest early," Xu Ya said to Yun Shifei and Yun Sisi.

"Alright," Yun Shifei and Yun Sisi replied in unison.

Yun Shifei thought to herself how wonderful the environment here was. So cool in summer—it seemed like the perfect place for a good nap. Truth be told, she was already starting to feel sleepy.

For some reason, Yun Shifei suddenly had the urge to call Cheng Lie.

But then she remembered, she didn’t even know his number.

She quickly shook off the thought, realizing how absurd it was to keep thinking about Cheng Lie. Had he already become such an important figure in her heart?

At this realization, she shook her head resolutely.

No, this can’t go on.

Eventually, she and the bigshot would grow apart. If she started relying on him now, what would she do in the future?

"Sisi?!" A delighted voice suddenly called out.

Yun Shifei turned instinctively toward the sound and saw Mu Jiayu’s face.

What were the odds? Running into Mu Jiayu here?

Soon enough, Mu Chengzhu also appeared, along with the Mu couple.

Mu Jiayu was the first to run into the lobby, her excitement palpable as she spotted Yun Sisi. "Sisi! Didn’t you say you’d go to your grandmother’s place for the summer holiday? Why are you here?"

"My parents decided last-minute to head to the resort instead. What about you? Are you here for vacation too?"

"Yeah, yeah! What a coincidence!"

Mu Jiayu eagerly grabbed Yun Sisi’s hand, their interaction warm and affectionate.

It really was quite the coincidence, Yun Shifei mused.

At that moment, she couldn’t shake the feeling that someone was watching her.

Glancing up, she caught Mu Chengzhu staring at her.

There was something complicated in his gaze that made Yun Shifei’s heart tremble slightly, prompting her to retreat behind Yun Tiancheng.

Why was Mu Chengzhu looking at her like that?

It was unnervingly intimidating.

She hadn’t forgotten how cruel Mu Chengzhu had been in her previous life, when he’d pushed her down from the stairs.

Meeting his gaze now brought all those memories rushing back.

Mu Chengzhu noticed Yun Shifei’s fear and paused briefly before his expression turned cold.

So she’s pretending again.

The reason his look toward her carried complexity was because he’d recently been plagued by recurring dreams.

In those dreams, Yun Shifei appeared deeply in love with him—so much so that they were in a relationship.

What happened later, he couldn’t fully recall.

But that she loved him—this detail remained vivid in his memory.

The dream felt so real.

Seeing Yun Shifei now, he couldn’t help but be reminded of the dream, stealing extra glances at her—nothing more.

"This is fantastic; our two families can spend time together!" Yun Sisi exclaimed cheerfully, her face radiant with joy.

Of course, she’d be happy about it.

She knew why Xu Ya and Yun Tiancheng had brought her and Yun Shifei on this trip—to mend family ties.

But that wasn’t what Yun Sisi wanted.

Maintaining the status quo was the best outcome she could accept.

After all, her current situation already felt unfair. Aside from Xu Ya, who else cared about her?

The more Yun Sisi thought about it, the heavier her sadness grew. She wished she could find an opportunity to cry her heart out.

Yun Shifei, on the other hand, felt somewhat relieved.

The purpose of this trip was clear—help their family grow closer.

But honestly, how could past pain be forgotten so easily?

A simple trip couldn’t magically erase it all.

She would never forgive Yun Sisi—never.

As for Xu Ya...

Yun Shifei lowered her gaze. Though she often claimed outwardly that she didn’t mind Xu Ya’s demeanor...

Did she truly not mind?

She had feelings, she sensed who treated her well and who didn’t.

One vacation wouldn’t suddenly make her feel close to them.

...

Mu Jiayu pleaded to share a room with Yun Sisi.

Chen Min couldn’t help but tease, "These two kids really are inseparable."

"Yes, they grew up together after all," Xu Ya remarked wistfully. noveldrama

Yun Shifei quietly hugged her belongings and headed to her own room.

The rooms at the Summer Resort were luxuriously appointed, each featuring an expansive balcony with stunning views.

Looking out from Yun Shifei’s room, she saw meticulously pruned trees and, beyond them, the vast mountain range.

It exuded a sense of detachment from the bustling world.

She stood on the balcony for a while before organizing her belongings.

That evening, the two families dined together.

Most of the conversation was dominated by Yun Sisi and Mu Jiayu, with occasional interjections from Mu Chengzhu.

It was as if they had selectively ignored Yun Shifei, pretending she wasn’t even there.

The adults chit-chatted about their own matters, while the younger ones talked amongst themselves.

Yun Shifei quietly ate her meal.

She had to admit, the food here was exceptionally fresh. Everything was cooked with mountain spring water, and the vegetables were grown locally by the resort staff.

The post-meal dessert was what Yun Shifei had been most looking forward to.

It was a bowl of silky tofu pudding, carefully presented and topped with a layer of fine white sugar.

She scooped up a small portion to taste—the pudding was incredibly tender, melting in her mouth, and the sweetness of the sugar complemented it perfectly.

Delicious!

Yun Shifei savored it with delight.

She seemed completely unaffected by being overlooked.

From across the table, Mu Chengzhu, who was chatting with Yun Sisi, couldn’t help but glance occasionally at Yun Shifei.

Seeing her so satisfied with her tofu pudding, her eyes curving with contentment, he had the odd urge to laugh.

A sheltered girl—no doubt.

Though his rational side felt like mocking her simplicity, for some inexplicable reason, he found his attention frequently drifting toward Yun Shifei.

Was it because of that dream?

This was... beyond absurd.

After dinner, everyone decided to retire to their rooms for some rest after a tiring day of travel. The plan was to explore the resort early the next morning.

This place boasted hot springs, gardens, and recreational facilities—a perfect retreat for relaxation.

Yun Shifei lay down in the soft, plush bed and quickly drifted off to sleep.

The next morning, she woke up early, feeling refreshed but unable to stay in bed, so she decided to step outside for a walk.

They were staying in a modern yet meticulously crafted inn with a traditional aesthetic. The inn was two stories tall, adorned with a courtyard full of ornamental plants.

Yun Shifei decided to wander downstairs while the place was still tranquil.

Unexpectedly, just as she approached a nearby room, the door opened from the inside.

Standing there was Mu Chengzhu.

It was evident he’d just woken up; his face still carried traces of drowsiness.

But the moment his gaze landed on Yun Shifei, that sleepy expression vanished instantly.

Yun Shifei averted her gaze and continued walking forward, pretending not to see him.

"Yun Shifei," Mu Chengzhu called out to her.