Chapter 259: A Rather Unreasonable Request

Chapter 259: Chapter 258: A Rather Unreasonable Request

Chu Liangyu glanced at him. “I also hope I’m overthinking this, but do you think that’s very likely?”

“Not very…”

Lou Sang flinched slightly and volunteered, “Well, how about I go find them?”

“In that case, I’ll have to trouble you to set out now.”

Lou Sang gave a dry laugh. “No trouble, no trouble at all.”

Recognizing the gravity of the situation, he didn’t delay any further. After agreeing, he turned and left.

“Alright, come with me. I’ll take you to your Beast Fathers.”

While Chu Liangyu was speaking with Lou Sang, the cubs had been standing quietly to the side, waiting obediently for them to finish without interrupting.

“Why are our Beast Fathers here too?”

“They couldn’t reach you for days and were worried something had happened, so they came looking.”

The Phoenix cub flew behind Chu Liangyu with the two White Tigers. The sky was gradually darkening, and the last rays of the setting sun bathed them in a golden light.

Her black wings shimmered with iridescent light in the twilight, yet it wasn’t ostentatious, but rather restrained.

The cubs occupied the space beside her. Beautiful Phoenix Feathers, half gold and half red, shimmered with a faint luster as the wings beat.

The atmosphere as they flew together was harmonious and warm; the smiles never left their faces, even during their brief conversation.

“Female Master, we’ve handled the matter you assigned us.”

Feng Qiwu strode forward. “Not a single one of them was unwilling to join. It was actually easier than we imagined.”

Yu Tu nodded beside him. “That’s right. One of them, a girl named Yaya, seems to be the daughter of a tribe’s chieftain. Thanks to her, things went so smoothly for us.”

Following his words, Chu Liangyu’s gaze swept over the crowd, and she quickly spotted Yaya. The moment their eyes met, Yaya waved enthusiastically at her.

Seeing that she’d been noticed, Yaya ran out from the crowd. “Leader Chu, it’s about to get dark. Why don’t you and the cubs rest for a night at my tribe?”

“That won’t be…”

“Leader Chu, please don’t be so quick to refuse! This isn’t just my idea; it’s what all the chieftains want. They wish to thank you and wanted to take this opportunity to hold a bonfire banquet in your honor.”

The refusal on Chu Liangyu’s lips took a turn and became, “Alright. In that case, thank you all for your hospitality.”

Seeing her nod, the several chieftains nearby gathered around her enthusiastically.

For a moment, Chu Liangyu was so busy dealing with the chieftains that she didn’t even have time to exchange a few words with her Beast Husbands and cubs.

Fortunately, they were good at taking a hint. After receiving a look from Chu Liangyu, they followed along on their own accord.

Before the banquet began, Yaya had rooms prepared for each of them to rest. However, before they all retired to their respective rooms, Chu Liangyu called her Beast Husbands and cubs together.

“Your training expedition ran into some unexpected trouble, but it must continue. I’ll explain the details in a moment. Are you willing to accept my arrangements?”

Feng Ling was the first to reply, “I’ll listen to Beast Mother.”

“Me too.”

Yu Chu and Yu Jin followed suit and agreed. Seeing this, the rest agreed as well, but Feng Yao was still hesitant.

Chu Liangyu noticed his lack of enthusiasm. She didn’t reprimand him, but instead asked, “Feng Yao, what are your thoughts?”

“I… I think the training is boring. I want to stay by Beast Mother’s side and learn from her.”

He paused, then looked up, his eyes shining even brighter. “I heard from Hu Qiuliang about the things he experienced with Beast Mother. I’m a little envious, so… I want to stay by your side.”

Chu Liangyu was taken aback for a second. ‘I really don’t think what I went through with that little Nine-tailed Fox cub was all that interesting.’

‘But it seems the little guy saw things differently. Hu Qiuliang actually enjoyed that time and even told his siblings about it.’

Feng Qiwu pursed his lips. ‘I can’t believe I have such a clingy cub.’

He was instantly displeased. Grabbing Feng Yao by the collar, he said, “That’s a bit much to ask, don’t you think? Even I don’t get a chance to stick to your Beast Mother. What makes you think you can? Get over there and stay put.”

In truth, Feng Qiwu was also doing this for Chu Liangyu’s sake. There were seven or eight cubs here; if she agreed to one, the others would all want the same thing. What would she do then?

“Beast Father, let me go! Beast Mother hasn’t even said anything yet!”

Feng Yao struggled, trying to break free from Feng Qiwu’s grip.

“That’s enough. Your Beast Mother doesn’t need to speak. I disapprove.”

Feng Qiwu released his collar. “You’re a big boy now, and you still want to cling to your Beast Mother? Hu Qiuliang following your Beast Mother back then was an accident. Besides, he was much younger at the time.”

Feng Yao was unconvinced, stubbornly craning his neck. “I’m still young too.”

Feng Qiwu rolled his eyes and kicked him in the butt.

“Young my ass! Don’t give me that useless crap. If you’re really that unwilling, you can go back to the tribe and stay there. Don’t go anywhere.”

Feng Yao knew in his heart that his wish was impossible, so he had no choice but to compromise. “No, don’t! I’ll go train with everyone else, alright?”

At this point, Yu Tu also spoke up. He looked at Chu Liangyu and said, “Feng Yao has agreed. Female Master, please tell us the arrangements you have for them.”

Chu Liangyu had remained silent because she was considering it, but based on the principle of fairness, she naturally couldn’t agree to Feng Yao’s request.

After Feng Qiwu stepped in to discipline him, there was no need for her to say anything more. So, she continued from where Yu Tu left off, “Your main mission is to teach the females and cubs the Body Technique. Therefore, this time, you will stay here in the Southern Barbarian Land to teach them until the people sent by the tribe arrive.”

“After they arrive, you can proceed to the next location I’ve arranged for you.”

“Rest assured, Beast Mother. We will complete the mission.”

Unlike his Beast Father, Feng Qiwu, Feng Ling had a different personality. He was exceptionally responsible in everything he did, was great at seeing the big picture, and always looked out for everyone on the team.

And this was something Chu Liangyu greatly admired about him.

“Tonight, you should all rest well and have a good meal. Tomorrow, your Beast Fathers and I will be heading back.”

“Going forward, our Xihe Tribe will expand outward, unifying all the tribes of the Beast World step by step.”

Chu Liangyu didn’t hide the tribe’s upcoming plans from them just because they were cubs; instead, she chose to share them.

The cubs exchanged glances. The rarely-spoken Yu Jin surprisingly spoke up, “In that case, Beast Mother, why not recall us to help?”

After all, they were adults now and had the ability to help her with things.

Chu Liangyu knew what he was thinking and was also very happy that they were willing to contribute to the tribe. “Your combat experience is still insufficient. Besides, your Beast Fathers are here, and they can help.”

“During this time, you just need to focus on improving yourselves. Don’t worry about anything else for now.”

“When I need your help, I will call you back.”