After Rebirth, I Married the Great Demon King

Chapter 164: Chapter 164: The Intimate Little Cotton-padded Jacket

This time, thanks to him, she wasn’t hurt.

So just now, her acting was to shift all the blame onto Cheng Huai. That way, Cheng Guomin would only reprimand Cheng Huai and not blame Cheng Lie.

Yun Shifei handed a lollipop to Cheng Lie.

"It’s strawberry-flavored, really delicious. Give it a try."

Cheng Lie glanced at Yun Shifei and reached out to take it.

He held the candy in his hand.

Yun Shifei then turned on the TV, playing cartoons to watch together with Cheng Lie.

Cheng Lie: "..."

He took a look at the girl engrossed in watching TV, then glanced at Yun Tiancheng, whose gaze wandered toward Yun Shifei from time to time, and thought that Yun Tiancheng must be very puzzled right now.

Although Yun Shifei had learned to act, and quite successfully too, she forgot that her sudden change in demeanor was too abrupt, bound to arouse suspicion.

At that moment, Yun Tiancheng truly felt puzzled.

Why was his daughter so sorrowful just a moment ago, but now deeply absorbed in watching TV?

Still, he didn’t dwell on it too much, merely thinking that Yun Shifei was trying to use an entertaining show to distract herself from her sadness.

Cheng Family.

Cheng Huai had just returned home with Cheng Guomin, who promptly instructed Zhao Haishuang, "Fetch my cane!"

Zhao Haishuang froze momentarily: "Guomin, what did you say?"

She seemed unable to catch on immediately.

"This unfilial son dared to do such a thing to Shi Fei. Watch how I’ll beat him to death today!"

Cheng Guomin was absolutely furious. Remembering how he had to force a smile before Yun Tiancheng earlier, it was something he hadn’t done in years. All because of Cheng Huai.

"Guomin, look at Ah Huai’s forehead—he’s already injured, and you still want to beat him? What if you end up killing him?" Zhao Haishuang furrowed her brows, firmly shielding Cheng Huai.

No way, she couldn’t let Cheng Guomin proceed. She was already distressed enough by Cheng Huai’s injuries; if Cheng Guomin started to beat him as well, she’d absolutely refuse.

"Hmph! Ask him why he’s injured in the first place. If it weren’t for Xiao Lie striking him to wake him up, imagine what bigger disaster might have occurred."

"Dad, don’t put it so nicely!" Cheng Huai frowned. "Sure, I made a mistake, but that doesn’t mean he had the right to hit me."

"Exactly! Look how badly injured he is—I even had to take Ah Huai to the hospital, and he needed stitches."

Zhao Haishuang shielded Cheng Huai, adamantly refusing to let Cheng Guomin lay a hand on him. noveldrama

Cheng Guomin sighed deeply, eventually yielding: "Fine, Cheng Huai, this time I won’t beat you. But you better remember this—if you ever lay a hand on Shi Fei again, I’ll skin you alive! Don’t think just because you’ve grown up you can do whatever you please. Date as many girlfriends as you want—I don’t care. But Shi Fei is just a child. Touch her, and you’re asking to kill me!"

In matters of romantic relationships, Cheng Guomin was remarkably liberal. Cheng Huai could date whoever he wanted, as long as he managed his own business cleanly—it was none of Cheng Guomin’s concern.

But causing trouble that landed back on him? He was too busy with work to clean up Cheng Huai’s mess.

"I understand." Seeing that Cheng Guomin was letting him off this time, Cheng Huai couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief.

"Also, even if Xiao Lie hit you, don’t you dare think of retaliating. If I see him hurt, you’re going to pay!"

Zhao Haishuang wasn’t pleased to hear this.

"Why can’t he fight back? Look at Ah Huai’s forehead injury—it could scar."

"That girl from the Yun Family defends him, and even Yun Tiancheng stands up for him. If he gets hurt, they’re guaranteed to know about it."

By then, this would become an unsolvable issue.

Upon hearing this, Zhao Haishuang reluctantly agreed.

Even though she was deeply upset, there seemed to be no alternative. Cheng Guomin was the head of the household, and once he made up his mind, no one could oppose him.

However, Zhao Haishuang’s resentment toward Cheng Lie only grew stronger. Without her even realizing it, that little bastard had managed to find himself a powerful backer, making it impossible for them to lay a finger on him.

In the following days, Yun Shifei often called Cheng Lie out to play, mostly because she was afraid the Cheng Family might target him in revenge and injure him.

Fortunately, they didn’t.

It turned out her acting that day had worked.

If Cheng Lie really ended up getting hurt due to Cheng Huai’s retaliation, Yun Shifei would feel incredibly guilty.

After all, it would have been her fault.

Thankfully, nothing happened. Misfortune had been averted.

Ever since that incident, whenever Cheng Huai spotted her on the street, he avoided her completely.

She could tell from his expression that he wasn’t happy, but as long as he didn’t harbor his usual sinister intentions, Yun Shifei didn’t mind if he disliked her a little more.

Time passed quickly.

In the blink of an eye, it was the eve of the Lunar New Year, and every household was awash with festive cheer.

Each family had put up couplets, and Yun Shifei helped Yun Tiancheng paste festive couplets at the entrance of their home.

They also hung red lanterns, adding to the joyful atmosphere.

Aunt Zhong had returned to her hometown for the holiday, so there were fewer people at home.

"Shi Fei, do you have any New Year’s wishes?" After putting up the couplets, Yun Tiancheng asked Yun Shifei with a cheerful smile.

"I wish for Dad to stay healthy and safe in the new year," Yun Shifei replied with a bright smile, then added, "And I also hope my grades improve even more."

Yun Tiancheng chuckled and gently patted her head: "And is there no gift you want?"

"Dad must have already prepared something, right?" Yun Shifei grinned and blinked playfully.

"Smart girl!" Yun Tiancheng laughed.

He went straight to his room and returned with the gift for Yun Shifei.

When Yun Shifei opened it, she found an elegant watch.

She froze momentarily, and a hint of bittersweet emotion welled up in her heart. She blinked and asked, "Dad, I already have a watch."

"But you never wear it, so you must not like the style. Dad got you a new one. You’ll need it for studying—it’s convenient to keep track of the time."

As he spoke, Yun Tiancheng resumed preparing decorations.

Yun Shifei stayed in the living room, staring at the watch in her hands.

It was a modest design, suitable for a student, but just one look at the brand revealed its hefty price.

She thought about the watch she had hidden in her drawer—the one she hadn’t worn again since that day.

Yun Tiancheng had undoubtedly noticed but said nothing, waiting for the right moment to give her a new watch instead.

He casually remarked that if she didn’t like the previous style, she should have a different one.

Yun Shifei rubbed her eyes.

Her dad was truly wonderful. Although he used to focus solely on work, now he was slowly learning how to love her.

Yun Shifei went back to her room and brought something downstairs, saying to Yun Tiancheng, "Dad, this is my New Year’s gift for you."

Yun Tiancheng was busy putting window decals on the windows. Upon hearing her, he turned around.

Yun Shifei handed him a box.

Yun Tiancheng opened it and saw a thermos inside.

"Dad, you don’t like drinking hot water, but it’s cold now—make sure to have some warm water more often."

What a thoughtful little girl!

Yun Tiancheng smiled and nodded.

Meanwhile, at the residence of Xu Ya and Yun Sisi:

Xu Ya looked at the married couple in front of her, her expression cold: "Sisi definitely can’t go back home with you for the New Year."