The Beast's Beloved: Sickly Beauty with Many Children and blessings

Ji Liang sneered, "Xiao Shuo Shuo, I shamelessly asked you for a thank-you gift before, but now you've turned the unique gift I was looking forward to into one for almost everyone. It's not unique at all anymore.

Shouldn't you rack your brains and think of a way to make it up to me? That would show your sincerity.

By the way, I miss Xiao Shuo Shuo tonight. You must also be looking forward to spending the long night with me, right? The thank-you gift will have to be doubled..."

Why did his words always sound so different from what they were supposed to mean?

Si Shuo pulled her hand back with force and replied in a guilty voice, "I'll go back and think about it carefully!"

At noon, she ate two freshly grilled fish, stewed a clay pot of braised pork and mushroom rice, and drank a cup of homemade fruit tea.

Si Shuo had a big appetite, but in the eyes of others, she ate less than the children.

Originally, she planned to slaughter a long-tusked piglet every other day, but seeing that they had adapted well to life in the valley, she changed the schedule to every five or six days, keeping only half of each piglet.

After receiving the piglets the males sent today, Si Shuo kept only a tenth of them to make bacon and stored the rest in her space.

This was the third day she had been thinking about love. Even though it was only noon, she wasn't wearing much in the cave, and sweat had already formed on her forehead.

After taking a shower, she dried her hair and lay down on the cool fish skin to sleep.

In her dreams, she was entangled by a black snake with a red belly and golden stripes. Its tongue flicked against her skin, sending shivers through her body, and she fell off the bed!

Si Shuo lay on the ground for a long time, rubbing her head before climbing back onto the bed in frustration. What a sin, what a sin... She glanced at the snow leopard beast mark on her wrist.

She sat cross-legged and began chanting a mantra to purify her mind. After reciting it twice, she fell onto the bed in a daze and drifted back into sleep.

This time, she didn't dream of the black snake but instead saw Zhile returning and embracing her...

Si Shuo groggily woke up, drank some warm water, and went to the valley to practice her abilities.

In the morning, she wove bracelets and thought about how to weave vines. She didn't have to use only thorny plants—mixing in flowers and leafy plants would make them look more natural.

With the flowers and leaves covering the thorns, the pattern wouldn't appear abrupt. Instead, it would blend seamlessly with nature.

Among the plants she selected, those with strong anesthetic or toxic properties were the best. Coating the thorns with these extracts would allow them to pierce the enemy's skin while injecting the poison into their bloodstream.

With the plant illustrations provided by the system, she carefully chose the most potent ones. Even a slight touch would be enough to take effect!

After exhausting all her supernatural power, Si Shuo walked back.

She could feel her abilities improving compared to yesterday—both in terms of control accuracy and energy reserves.

With her power depleted, the hunger in her stomach became unbearable.

Si Shuo ordered a bowl of pork and cucumber noodles, paired with refreshing pickles and spicy bean paste, and slurped up the entire bowl!

Spring hunting was an essential activity for the orc tribes around Dongye Forest.

After enduring a long rainy season and cold winter, the number of wild animals in the forest had increased. If they didn't hold a month-long hunting expedition, they would soon face an uncontrollable beast tide.

Zhile had been gone for over half a month, traveling deeper into the forest. The fruits and animal skins he sent back were all unique, and the fruits were growing larger—indicating a warmer climate where spring had arrived earlier.

After eating a melon, Si Shuo took a bath and instinctively spread an animal hide by the door.

When Ji Liang arrived, he heard faint and restrained panting sounds from inside, mixed with the sweet scent of a young female.

He curled his lips but didn't dare to joke. Otherwise, the little thing would scratch at the door in frustration!

Waving his hand, he set up a protective shield around the area and chuckled, "Xiao Shuo Shuo, I'm here. Have you been waiting long?"

Si Shuo, who had been chewing on the animal hide, froze when she heard his voice. Why do his words always make me think the wrong way?

She snorted through her nose.

Ji Liang couldn't bear to see her suffer, so he quickly transferred some spiritual power to her.

The refreshing energy felt like cool water on a scorching summer day—instantly soothing, invigorating, and filling her with life.

Leaning against the wooden door, Ji Liang spoke slowly, "You Wei is the captain of the Pathfinder Team in Dark Crow. Though only a level 5 combatant, he has vast experience and is highly familiar with different environments.

I saved him from an old lion once. He was always quiet within the team, so I never expected him to follow your sister without hesitation this time.

Although he owed me a favor in the past, he has contributed greatly to the team over the past ten years.

Now that he has a female, he plans to settle in the Rooney tribe.

With your sister involved, my relationship with him is probably over."

Si Shuo listened quietly. "I'm sorry..."

Ji Liang frowned at her from behind the door. "I'm not telling you this just to hear an apology.

Besides, you haven't done anything wrong. Before a male takes a mate, they talk about loyalty and friendship.

But once they have a female, her words take precedence over everything else.

If anything, I should apologize for letting your sister take advantage of the situation and get such a good assistant."

Si Shuo instantly understood his meaning and smiled. "You Wei is strong, but if he stays in the tribe, he must abide by the rules.

In the tribe, orcs are forbidden from harming each other—otherwise, they'll be exiled.

My sister doesn't like me, but at most, she'll try to make me unhappy. As long as I don't leave the tribe, she can't do anything serious to me.

Besides, I've been her sister for years. If she really wanted to harm me, she wouldn't have waited until now."

Ji Liang frowned. "Nothing is absolute... How about this? I noticed you're close with the female next door. Ask her if there's a male in the caravan she likes."

Si Shuo raised an eyebrow. "Mating is a big deal. You're the leader of the Dark Crow Merchant Team. Can you really influence their choices?"

Ji Liang hummed. "Xiao Shuo Shuo, you still don't understand us Dark Crow Merchants.

I have some rare items that can help females regulate their bodies and even increase fertility.

It's worth it to trade these for your safety!"

Si Shuo's heart skipped a beat, and she couldn't help but lean her head against the wooden door. "Is it really worth it? Maybe you'll find someone better than me."

Ji Liang chuckled. "It's worth it. I've traveled far and wide, met many people, and seen many things. I know exactly what I want.

I have already become your beastly husband, so my eyes and heart are set on you.

Where is there room for another female?

Do you misunderstand the significance of the Beast Seal given by the Beast God?"

Si Shuo pursed her lips. "But I haven't planned on accepting a second beast husband yet."

Ji Liang sighed. "Beast husbands are supposed to be generous toward each other, but I'm already jealous of Zhile—even before officially becoming yours.

Since you don't want to leave and travel with me, I'll sell the Dark Crow Caravan.

I've been wandering for years, and I'm tired. I want a home—a peaceful life.

When I settle my affairs and Zhile returns, will you consider accepting me?"

(End of Chapter)