Chapter 406: What Did You Do to Her?

Chapter 406: Chapter 406: What Did You Do to Her?

When Bai Wanwan’s gaze fell upon that stunningly beautiful face, he suddenly broke into a smile.

The smile was like a rare flower blooming in spring, so beautiful it made the heart tremble.

Bai Wanwan felt a tingling numbness in her mind, as if an electric current had shot through her.

She didn’t know how much time had passed before she abruptly came to her senses.

’Was I just bewitched by that Merfolk?’

Composing herself, she rose gracefully and walked toward the pool.

’With Yin Ze by my side,’ she thought, ’I’m not worried a Beastman with Green Rank Talent can hurt me.’

"What trick did you just use on me?"

She stared into the Merfolk’s eyes, which were as clear and blue as crystals, with no mood for admiration—only deep scrutiny.

The Merfolk swayed gently in the water, his long, silver-white hair spreading across the surface like moonlight, creating ripples.

"I didn’t do anything." He looked at her with a clear, flawless gaze.

But Bai Wanwan wasn’t buying it. "That had better be the case. If you behave yourself, I can let you hide here for a few days."

At this, her tone sharpened. "But if you dare to pull any tricks... I’m afraid you won’t be leaving here in one piece."

A trace of fear flickered across the mermaid’s face. "I’ll remember that."

Bai Wanwan withdrew her gaze, unable to tell if this Merfolk was genuinely innocent or just a superb actor.

The Merfolk slowly sank back into the water, and Bai Wanwan turned to her Beast Husband.

The guard in her eyes instantly melted into the gentleness of a spring stream. "Isn’t it hot sitting out here all day?"

With the arrival of Yan Ji, the weather was growing hotter and hotter.

A summer without air conditioning was truly unbearable, yet Yin Ze had been standing guard in the courtyard for the entire day.

Yin Ze smiled at her. "I’m not hot."

She walked toward him step by step and reached out to wipe the fine beads of sweat from his forehead. "You’re already sweating, and you still say you’re not hot?"

Yin Ze took her by the wrist, then smoothly swept her up into his arms and carried her toward a shaded spot.

"I’m not hot. I don’t want you to get sunburnt."

Bai Wanwan leaned into his embrace, tilting her head to smile at him.

Sensing her gaze, Yin Ze lowered his head slightly.

When he saw the female staring at him with a smile, a faint blush crept up the tips of his ears, despite his attempts to appear calm.

"What are you smiling about?"

"I’m wondering if your face will get even redder if I kiss you again."

As she spoke, she leaned in and pecked him on the lips.

Bai Wanwan watched his expression. The male was stunned for a moment, then he grabbed her by the waist, pursued her lips, and kissed her again.

A laugh escaped from between their lips. Yin Ze’s mouth curved upward as well, his kiss growing ever more tender.

The Yan Ji breeze drifted past, as if unwilling to break the sweet tranquility of the moment.

A long, long time later, Yin Ze finally let her go.

He had her sit on his lap, and his broad hand gently fanned her.

His actions sent a wave of warmth through her heart.

Stroking her high belly, she tilted her head and leaned against his shoulder. "Guess... how many eggs are in my belly?"

The man’s gaze fell on her swollen abdomen, his eyes so gentle they seemed to overflow with affection. "One... or two, it’s fine. I don’t mind."

"Can’t you guess a few more?" she asked, playfully caressing his chin.

"The Phoenix Clan has difficulty conceiving. One egg in a clutch is already rare; two would be a miracle from our beast forms." He stared at her with a serious gaze.

His descendants couldn’t be as numerous as those of other races, who could have several at once.

Bai Wanwan blinked, swallowing the words that were on the tip of her tongue.

’Since he thinks it won’t be many, I’ll save it as a surprise. When they’re born, he can see for himself how many there are.’

Sleepiness gradually overcame her. Drowsily, she grabbed his hand. "Stop fanning... take a break..."

"I’m not tired."

"I’m not hot anymore..." Before the words had even left her lips, she was already hugging his arm, deep in sleep.

Yin Ze gazed at the sleeping face of the person in his arms, ripples of emotion spreading through his heart.

Yin Ze had never expected that he would come to love this little female in his arms more and more each day.

Even if it cost him his life, he wanted to be with her forever.

From within the pool, Jiao Yin watched the scene through a narrow gap.

He was used to females who drooled over him, so Bai Wanwan’s reaction was truly surprising.

He could clearly see the amazement in her eyes, but not a shred of possessiveness.

What was even stranger was that even his innate charm Talent was ineffective against her.

’A female who was as gentle as water with her mate, yet so heavily guarded against him...’

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Bai Wanwan didn’t stir until dusk began to fall.

The room was already crowded with her Beast Husbands.

"You’re awake?" Yan Lie was the first to notice. He strode forward, pulled her into his arms, and eagerly planted a kiss on her lips.

"Mhm, you’re all back," she responded, stretching lazily.

Xin Feng was setting dishes on the table, and Zhu Xiu placed her usual chopsticks in front of her.

After sitting down, Bai Wanwan’s gaze swept across her many Beast Husbands. "A moment ago, I heard you talking about lumber?"

"It’s all been prepared. We’ll start construction in the next two days." Zhu Xiu looked at her and slowly explained, "We have to finish building it before the rainy season. You and the cubs will be warmer in the new house."

She also wanted to move into the new house before the snow season arrived. With proper heating, the winter would no longer be so unbearable.

Chou Rong sat down beside her and turned to look at her. "There’s one more thing... I noticed that Wanwan doesn’t have a mark. Does this mean you all haven’t held a mating ceremony yet?"

Several of the Beast Husbands turned to look at Bai Wanwan in unison.

Feeling their gazes on her, Bai Wanwan gave them a placating smile. "We’ll hold it. Chou Rong, whenever it’s convenient for you, we can all do it together."

The original plan to hold it in the Golden Lion Tribe had been postponed due to unforeseen circumstances, and now Yin Ze and Chou Rong had been added to the group.

It was the perfect opportunity for everyone to hold it together.

"I’ve just taken over as Clan Leader. This would be a perfect opportunity to invite all the clans to observe the ceremony. What do you think?"

"I’ll leave it all up to you." ’Do I dare have an opinion?’ she thought.

If they didn’t hold the ceremony soon, her Beast Husbands would surely start making a fuss.

Hearing that there would be a grand ceremony, the little cubs, gnawing on chunks of meat, hopped around their Father Beasts. "Will all sorts of Beastmen come to our tribe? The ones that fly in the sky and the ones that swim in the water, will they all come?"

The males each ruffled their own cub’s head. "They probably all will."

Getting an affirmative answer, the cubs cheered with delight, making the dinner especially lively.

After nightfall, it was Xin Feng’s turn to accompany her.

Having slept enough during the day, Bai Wanwan tossed and turned, unable to fall asleep. Xin Feng gently patted her back to soothe her to sleep.

"Stop patting, you should sleep..." She lightly kissed his cheek and considerately started patting his back in return.

Exhausted from the long day, Xin Feng quickly drifted off to sleep.

Listening to his even breathing, Bai Wanwan felt a sense of peace.

But she was also wide awake. After counting a thousand sheep, the need to use the restroom forced her to get up.

Just as she pushed open the door and stepped out, a figure approached.

A closer look revealed it was Yan Lie, who was on night watch.

This was the result of a discussion among the Beast Husbands; to ensure the safety of the female and the cubs, they would take turns standing watch every night.

"Why are you up?"

Yan Lie’s voice made her lower her guard.

Just as she was about to answer, the world suddenly started to spin.

A moment ago she had been wide awake, but now a wave of drowsiness washed over her.

In her last moment of consciousness, she felt herself fall into a cool embrace.

He subconsciously wrapped an arm around her slender waist...