As the Flying Beast swooped down, the familiar high walls came into view.
The strong wind ruffled her long hair, blocking her vision completely. Wen Shu raised her hand to smooth it back, shielding her face from the wind, and looked toward Beast City.
In the afterglow of the sunset, several squads of Beastmen stood on the city walls, their expressions solemn as they patrolled the cityscape, alert to any movement around.
Seeing a Flying Beast approach, the male leading the group raised his hand high. The well-trained Beastmen immediately stood guard, grabbing weapons similar to crossbows from beside them, and aimed them uniformly at the newcomers!
Seeing those weapons glinting coldly in a row, a chill crept up Wen Shu’s back, while Yining, who was squatting in front, stood up at this moment.
His cool brows carried a trace of gravity, his tall figure stepping forward, raising the Totem in his hand. His pale lips pressed into a straight line, "We are the hunting team that set out yesterday."
The leading male recognized his face, verified the Totem, and immediately allowed them passage inside.
Noticing their ready posture, Wen Shu couldn’t help but feel a bit heavy-hearted.
As the Flying Beast descended, she stood on the cobblestone path holding the black cat. When she saw the empty street ahead, appearing desolate, her expression grew even graver. For original chapters go to novｅlfire.net
In such a critical situation, could the watchtowers on the city walls also be closed?
Seeing her standing in a daze, pale eyes flickering with worry, Yining spoke seriously, "Wen Shu, female, marauders may attack the city anytime. When you return home, stay hidden and avoid going out carelessly."
Wen Shu withdrew her gaze, meeting his eyes filled with subtle gentleness. Yet her mind was occupied with the thought of leaving Beast City.
She brushed aside his concern, bluntly stating, "Thank you for the concern, but can the Crystal Coin be settled now?"
Hearing what she said, Yining was stunned, seemingly not expecting her to bring this up suddenly.
But with this interruption, his tense heart inexplicably eased slightly.
"I don’t have the Crystal Coin with me," a faint smile curved his previously tense lips, "but tonight, I will have someone bring it to your home."
Receiving his response, Wen Shu didn’t linger further. Yining watched her for a few seconds more before joining in the city defense.
When she got home, Nan hadn’t returned yet.
Recalling the task she had entrusted to Nanqu, Wen Shu felt it might be too difficult, wondering if he might get caught...
She rested her chin on her hand, dazing off in the hall, Wu Xuan nestled by her side, gazing at her with those round golden eyes without blinking.
Ever since meeting her, Wu Xuan had been repeatedly amazed by her. She could hunt, heal serious injuries, and even purify the toxins of the Corpse Beasts.
And then there was that mysterious old Beastman. What did his words mean, was that why the female wanted to leave?
Would she be in danger?
Unable to suppress his worry, his long tail hooked around, wrapping around her fingertips, "Ashu, is there anything I can do for you?"
The furry touch brushed over, and Wen Shu shrank her fingers from the ticklish sensation.
She withdrew her gaze from outside the window and looked into Wu Xuan’s eyes brimming with concern, deciding to no longer conceal the truth from him, "Actually, I’m not the original Wen Shu..."
Just as these words fell, the footsteps suddenly halted outside the door.
Wen Shu’s heart skipped a beat as she turned to look at the wooden door, but outside was silent, not a sound to be heard.
"Who?"
The room suddenly fell silent. She raised her voice to ask, seeing no one respond, she stood up cautiously, slowing her breath vigilantly.
She extended her claws, preparing to push the door open, but before she could move, the door was abruptly pulled open from the outside.
In the bright moonlight, a familiar figure stood quietly outside the door.
Mious’s cold yet beautiful face was hidden in the shadows of his hair, his slightly lowered eyes fixed firmly on her, flashing with complex dark hues.
"You..."
His lips lifted into an enigmatic smile, his cold voice slightly hoarse, "Aren’t her?"
The mystical green eyes reflected Wen Shu’s bewildered face, and his mind flashed back to the night of the severed tail, recalling the female’s sudden change...
In that instant, all questions were answered.
He silently clenched his fist, a bitter pang rising in his heart, only realizing the anger surging up amidst deep recollection.
The female clearly had so many flaws, yet he, foolishly, never noticed!
Mious’s gaze slowly fell on the Black Panther beside him, his heart guilt-ridden, gripped like it was in the hold of a giant hand.
When the female was in danger, how did Wu Xuan react towards her?
And what had he been doing all this time?
No wonder the female wanted to break the contract, letting him misunderstand, never intending to reveal the truth...
Seeing the pressure around him growing heavier, Wen Shu took a deep breath, stepping back several paces to ask, "Mious, did you come to see me for something?"
Her rather cautious tone fell into Mious’s ears, causing his chest to tighten, feeling bouts of suffocation.
That day, after being rejected by the female, he intended to leave...
But he couldn’t bear it, nor bring himself to visit her. He could only linger like a shadowy madman, spying from the corners.
Until today, with marauders about to attack Beast City, he finally had a reason to seek her out!
Fortunately, fortunately, he came...
Mious’s deep gaze lingered on the side of the female’s face. Seeing her look confused, his heart felt as light as a feather landing.
Facing his intense gaze, Wen Shu sensed an ominous premonition.
She quickly turned her gaze away, opening a nearby cabinet to retrieve the Crystal Coin from that day, trying to interrupt his emotions, "This is for you. If it’s not enough, I can add more tomorrow."
Her expression was indifferent, and her tone dismissive. She was certain that with Mious’s temperament, he wouldn’t tolerate it.
Who would’ve thought, as soon as she opened her palm, her wrist was suddenly grasped by a large, cool hand.
Several Crystal Coins fell from her palm, tracing arcs of sparkling light in the dim night.
Mious wrapped her slender waist, slowly drawing her into his arms, as though unaware of her aloof demeanor, pulling her securely against his chest, murmuring in a low voice, "What’s your name? Is it also Wen Shu?"
Tightly pressed against the male’s sturdy chest, Wen Shu felt uncomfortable, wanting to break free, but the arms holding her only tightened more.
Mious, looking dejected, lowered his head, a bitter smile curving his lips, "Don’t want to tell me?"
His high nose brushed her ear tip, burying into her neck hollow, inhaling deeply with a hint of greed, speaking in a dazed yet earnest tone, "It’s alright, we have plenty of time, I won’t let go again..."
Warm breath brushed against her neck, making Wen Shu feel a tingling sensation, puzzled how things had come full circle like this.
Feeling somewhat at a loss, the corner of her eye caught Wu Xuan gripping the floor, despondently watching them, making her heart clench again.
"Mious, there are some things I don’t want to say a second time!"
She braced against the male’s solid chest, but sensing her intent, he swiftly lifted her, heading to the room in the corner.
Wen Shu glanced at the direction, stunned, how did he know which room she stayed in?
Meeting her shocked gaze, Mious’s eyes flickered with guilt, his ear tips discreetly stained with a hint of red hidden in his hair.
Seeing him like this, Wen Shu couldn’t help but understand. That day after treating Nan, she had been too sleepy, in her iron barrel villa, sleeping naked!
Where did he see her?
From outside the window, or after transforming into the infant form, slipping into her room?
"Mious..."
Her face flushed with embarrassment, angrily delivering a slap, "Get out!"