100 Days with the Contract Lover - Chapter 130

The private jet finally landed in Paris. Yu Nuanxin woke up to the gentle voice of the flight attendant, rubbing her eyes. “Hmm? Are we there?”

“Yes! Mr. Nangong has already disembarked.”

“Ah-” Yu Nuanxin quickly stood up, hurriedly bidding farewell to the flight attendant as she dragged her luggage off the plane. Nangong Yao was already half inside the car, showing no intention of waiting for her. She cursed him silently, rushing to catch up. “You didn’t even wait for me…”

“I’ve already told you, I don’t have the habit of waiting for people!” He sounded as if he was justified.

Yu Nuanxin pouted, ignoring him, and focused on admiring the scenery around her. Wow-Paris-the city of her dreams. She never imagined she would realize her dream in such a way at the age of eighteen. The wind of Paris, the trees of Paris, the sky of Paris, everything was so novel, filled with beauty…

But she soon noticed that the car wasn’t heading into the city; they were driving along a tree-lined road.

“Aren’t we going to a hotel? Why are we still in the outskirts?”

“I’m not going to sell you!”

She muttered, “You never know.”

“You minored in economics at university; you should have learned about ‘cost-effectiveness.’ The expense of bringing you to Paris far exceeds your value. I’m a businessman; I don’t make losing deals!”

After saying this, he closed his eyes to rest, while Yu Nuanxin shook her fist. What was this? Did he have to lace every sentence with sarcasm? She never knew he could be so sharp-tongued.

Gradually, the scenery along the way became exceptionally beautiful and strangely familiar. In the distance, a castle could be seen hidden among the trees.

When she finally saw it clearly, Yu Nuanxin gasped in shock. “Eberly Castle?”

This was her favorite castle, one she had vowed to visit at least once in her lifetime!

She was overwhelmed with excitement, continuously nudging Nangong Yao. “Wake up, wake up! It’s Eberly Castle, Eberly Castle!”

Nangong Yao, annoyed by her noise, frowned and opened one eye. “I know! That’s our destination.”

“Destination?” Yu Nuanxin was so surprised she was speechless for a moment. “Are you saying our client is Duke Alexander?”

“I’ve already bought it!”

Oh, my god!

A castle built in the 13th century, inhabited by nobility for generations, and he bought it! And he said it so casually!

Is he even human?

Is this like buying a cabbage at the market?!!!!

Seeing her utterly speechless, Nangong Yao smiled. He knew it was Eberly Castle. He bought it precisely for her.

He had sent people to Hualian to investigate her classmates one by one, to learn everything about her, including her dreams.

In her high school graduation yearbook, under the dreams section, she had filled in visiting Eberly Castle.

Although purchasing it cost him a lot and took considerable effort, her expression made it all worthwhile.

He had promised to make it up to her, and he would do just that!

Eberly Castle, a royal villa from the 13th century, is nestled amidst winding rivers, exuding elegance and tranquility. The castle is surrounded not only by rivers but also by vast lawns where white swans frolic on the lake, making the castle as enchanting as a fairy tale.

The ornate iron gates swung open, and the car drove in, with Yu Nuanxin unable to take her eyes off the breathtaking scenery. She quickly took out her phone, snapping photos non-stop, afraid to miss any detail.

Every girl harbors a fairy tale dream, and for her, that dream world was Eberly Castle. For a fleeting moment, she felt a sense of contentment, as if nothing more was needed in life.

The car stopped at the castle’s main entrance, where the butler and maids lined up beside the red carpet. As they stepped out, they bowed respectfully. “Welcome, young master, young madam!”

Yu Nuanxin felt as if she were in a dream, her legs weak, each step like walking on clouds.

If this is a dream, please don’t let me wake up!

After going upstairs with Nangong Yao, they parted ways, with a maid leading her to her bedroom.

Her bedroom was large and luxurious, with red silk embroidered with gold threads. A Gothic crystal chandelier hung above, and white gauze curtains draped around the entire princess bed. She was instantly transported back to the 13th century, as if she could see the queen’s figure and hear the court music echoing in her ears.

“Young madam, let me help you with your luggage.”

“Thank you!”

Yu Nuanxin walked to the balcony, taking in the breathtaking view of the entire castle.

The sunset cast a glow over the tranquil lake, its surface shimmering peacefully, enchanting her completely. She was so captivated that she didn’t notice the footsteps behind her.

Nangong Yao stood less than a meter behind her, quietly admiring her face, rendered beautifully gentle by the sunset. She was so pure, so lovely, like a goddess from a fairy tale. Her beauty was so overwhelming that he dared not approach, fearing he might disturb her and ruin the scene.

He suddenly wished time could stop at this moment, or stretch on endlessly. A world with just the two of them, free from worldly disputes and noise.

Yu Nuanxin was the first to notice him, squinting slightly with a gentle smile, “It’s beautiful here, isn’t it? It would be wonderful to live here forever!”

“You can come here for vacations occasionally.”

“I’m just an ordinary working person; I’m not that lucky. Do you think I am really Madam Nangong?” she joked, masking her disappointment.

Nangong Yao said nothing, standing beside her, both bathed in the golden sunset.

“This scene feels like ‘A Dream Behind the Curtain¹.'”

“‘A Dream Behind the Curtain’?”

“Never mind, you wouldn’t know even if I told you!” She had never been fond of Qiong Yao’s melodramatic shows, but she particularly loved the new adaptation of “A Dream Behind the Curtain.” Seeing Fei Yunxiang and Ziling sitting in the estate drinking, she felt life was beautiful, full of envy.

Footnote:

1. A Dream Behind the Curtain(一帘幽梦): “A Dream Behind the Curtain” (一帘幽梦) is a Chinese romantic drama that explores themes of love, longing, and the complexities of relationships.