Ch 68: Daily Farm Life After Returning from Interstellar

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This film was one of the top ten horror movies in J-country. When it was released, it left a lasting impact on timid girls, haunting their memories. Later, it was listed as one of the must-watch horror movies for couples. As for why it made that list, well, couples, or rather the guys, understood the reason.

Of course, Gu Shi wasn’t bored enough to delve into analyzing such rankings. All this was recounted by Weiyu in a chattering manner; he had quite a history in relationships, and he picked up quite a bit from her babbling…

As the movie began playing, the scenes and plot were exceptionally realistic. Coupled with the state-of-the-art facilities in this small theater – complete with full 3D setup, even though it couldn’t compare to the holographic technology of Starfall – Su Mu was still feeling nervous due to the atmosphere.

She forgot… she hadn’t watched a horror movie for decades, given the advanced technology of Starfall that had debunked these supernatural elements. Yet, at first glance now, she was still shivering with fear, and she instinctively scooted closer to Gu Shi.

This fell right into Gu Shi’s plans. His lips curved up slightly – he had his little trick!

As the plot reached its climax, the female lead was haunted by a ghost. Every midnight, her phone would ring for no reason. Regardless of whether she answered or hung up, she would hear a creepy laughter on the other end. And at that moment, her ankle would be gripped by a cold sensation, as if an invisible hand were tugging her.

The next morning, she’d wake up to find a clear handprint on her ankle.

Under this daily torment, her mind became blurred, until one day, she got into an accident while on her way to work.

Only at the end did the movie reveal the backstory. It turned out that the female lead had been a delinquent girl during her school days. She and her friends had bullied a quiet girl in their class, leading to her death. The nightly phone calls were the vengeful spirit of that girl.

Watching, Su Mu was both frightened and moved, her eyes reddened.

Gu Shi found it amusing and pitiful at the same time. Who could have predicted that she would cry while watching a horror movie?

He didn’t have such feelings himself; after all, the voices he heard in his ears were often scarier than the events of the movie.

“Alright, I really shouldn’t have listened to you earlier.” If he had known this would be the outcome, he would have chosen a more lighthearted film.

Gu Shi turned off the lights with a switch, and the room was illuminated. Su Mu’s tense mood was alleviated quite a bit.

“Do you want to watch more?”

Su Mu shook her head. “What time is it now?”

There was a large clock in the theater. Gu Shi pointed to the wall. “It’s almost midnight.”

Midnight was the exact moment when the female lead’s phone would ring in the movie.

Su Mu was suddenly at a loss for words, and from her expression, Gu Shi could tell what she was thinking. He took her hand and said, “Let’s go, it’s time to rest.”

“I’m scared.” The details and plot of the movie were still fresh in her memory.

“Don’t be scared, I’ll be with you.”

Su Mu hesitated, her eyebrows slightly furrowed. She felt a bit embarrassed to say, “My dad doesn’t allow me to spend the night in the same room with you.”

Gu Shi gave her hand a gentle squeeze. “Don’t worry, I’ll leave once you fall asleep.”

Both of them returned to Su Mu’s room. She swiftly settled into bed, while Gu Shi sat at the edge, reaching out to tuck her stray hair behind her ear. His voice was gentle. “Sleep now.”

“I can’t sleep with the lights on.”

Gu Shi promptly turned off the lights. With him by her side, Su Mu felt at ease. It didn’t take long before she drifted into a deep slumber.

Listening to her steady breathing, Gu Shi gazed at her sleeping face under the faint moonlight. She was beautiful, even in her sleep. His attention was completely captured by her.

After a while, he stood up, leaned down to kiss her forehead, and then quietly left the room.

Su Mu didn’t know what pleasant dream she had, but a faint smile tugged at her lips.

The next day, when she woke up, the room was already bright. She pulled back the curtains, greeted by a vibrant blue sky. She finally understood the surprise Gu Shi had mentioned last night – they were incredibly close to the sea. Even the seagulls soaring above the ocean could be clearly seen.

Seeing the long-awaited sea, Su Mu’s mood was beautifully serene in the early morning. Humming a tune, she headed downstairs. Breakfast was already laid out on the table, though she wasn’t sure who had prepared it.

But she was certain that the taste couldn’t match hers. To cater to Gu Shi’s taste, she had personally made a bowl of vegetable noodles.

Gu Shi had also gotten up, having finished a workout that left him sweaty. Since his health had improved, he had taken up exercising. Otherwise, with his girlfriend’s excellent cooking, he might have turned into a chubby fellow.

“Back already? Hurry up and freshen up. Let’s have breakfast,” Gu Shi acted quickly. In less than ten minutes, they were both seated at the table.

Gu Shi enjoyed the vegetable noodles, while Su Mu relished the breakfast prepared by the housekeeper. She had asked about it earlier – there was indeed a housekeeper in this villa.

After breakfast, they headed outside.

There was nothing happier than having the sea right at your doorstep.

Su Mu let go of Gu Shi’s hand, kicked off her shoes, and dashed onto the sandy beach.

This beach was private, so no outsiders were allowed in without permission. Thus, it was exclusively theirs.

The sand was soft, and with every step, Su Mu’s feet sank into it. Gu Shi leisurely followed her, almost reaching her when the sea water splashed over him.

Cupping some seawater, Su Mu playfully splashed it on him. “Gu Shi, the sea water is pleasantly warm.”

They engaged in this playful water fight for a while before finally sitting down together on lounge chairs. They lay back, enjoying the sea breeze. There were two coconuts on a small table between them, adding to the ceremonial atmosphere.

“The sea water here is so clean. I really want to go for a swim.” After taking a sip of coconut water, Su Mu expressed her longing. Unfortunately, she hadn’t prepared adequately; she had forgotten to bring her swimsuit.

“What’s stopping you? The morning sea water is a bit chilly, though. Why not wait until the sun isn’t as scorching in the afternoon before going for a swim?”

“But I didn’t bring a swimsuit.”

“No worries, we’ll head to the mall later.”

Suddenly, Gu Shi realized that he hadn’t given her any gifts since they started dating. A thought popped into his mind – maybe it was time for a shopping spree.

Su Mu sat up straight, looking at him expectantly. “Really?”

“Absolutely.”

This time, she was genuinely content.

Since they were on a trip, it was only natural to explore the famous local attractions. The city had numerous renowned tourist spots, and Xianfeng Peak was one of them.

The name itself implied its steepness. This mountain peak seemed as though it had been cleaved open by a sharp axe, with thousands of uneven steps connecting the layers, seemingly endless.

The scenery atop the mountain was stunning, offering a panoramic view of the entire city. The sight of the blue ocean below, resembling a heart shape due to the peaks and structures, attracted many couples to come here and make wishes.

Su Mu was no exception. She held Gu Shi’s hand, gazing at the Love Sea below, and made a wish for a lifetime of happiness together.

Translated on ho lo lo novels dot com.

After the climb, she had almost been exhausted. Consequently, they took a cable car down the mountain.

It was now lunchtime. Gu Shi led her to a private restaurant.

The ambiance here was tranquil, occasionally accompanied by the melodious sounds of string instruments. This environment provided a welcome respite from the heat of the day, calming the heart.

“The flavors at this private restaurant are quite good, and they specialize in seafood that you like.”

Having stayed here for a while, Gu Shi had a fair understanding of where the good food and attractions were.

Receiving his approval, Su Mu assumed the taste would be excellent. With this thought, she eagerly ordered several dishes that piqued her interest.

“Don’t you want to order anything?” Su Mu closed the menu. Gu Shi held a menu as well, but he hadn’t ordered anything.

Gu Shi smiled. “The dishes you ordered are my favorites too.”

As luck would have it, their tastes aligned this time.

The dishes arrived quickly – steamed hairy crabs, sautéed clams, steamed scallops, assorted seafood hotpot, and even a mixed seafood fried rice as the main course.

It was safe to say that her dream of a seafood feast had come true.

The private restaurant’s chef was highly skilled, using fresh ingredients. The flavors were indeed excellent.

However, she felt a touch of regret. If only her parents were here, they would have enjoyed these dishes immensely.

Su Mu’s expressions while eating were lively. Gu Shi watched her enjoy the food so much that he couldn’t help but eat a lot too.

Despite the substantial portions, what they actually consumed was relatively little. Shells and other inedible parts took up most of the weight and volume. In the end, they cleaned up the table.

“Let’s go, I’ll take you to buy a swimsuit.”

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Thingyan: I translate this novel for food only lol