288: Chapter 288 Teasing

Xing Yaoyan had previously learned from Hu Wang: the union of Yao and humans was an absolute taboo within the entire Yao Race. Although she was a Star Beast, her current identity was still the Saintess of the Kingdom of Myriad Demons, and this card of the Kingdom of Myriad Demons was still of great use to her... She did not want to affect her subsequent development because of a momentary impulse...

In the past, whenever she spoke to the boy with this attitude, Qian Mo would nod very cautiously, never showing a trace of disobedience.

But today, to her surprise, after hearing her words, this guy was still smiling and leaning against the door frame, his two feet as if rooted to the ground, motionless.

"Hey, did you hear me? We're separating rooms tonight... No, that's not right... We have to separate... Anyway, you go sleep in another room tonight, got it?" Xing Yaoyan emphasized again.

At this moment, Qian Mo suddenly pretended to clutch his heart in heartache and said in an aggrieved tone: "Wuwuwu~ You scum woman, my innocence is gone, and you still won't take responsibility for me..."

Seeing him acting like a drama queen, the corners of Xing Yaoyan's mouth twitched.

These words sounded so bizarre coming from a sunny boy like Qian Mo, so bizarre that it was somewhat comical.

That's not right... I remember this guy didn't used to be like this... I need to verify his identity!

Xing Yaoyan was about to personally "invite" this pestering "Young Miss Qian" to leave. But just at this moment, the boy suddenly leaned his face close to her ear and whispered:

"Xiao Yan... I already admitted in public that I am your male pet... I remember according to the customs of the Yao Race, male pets are not distinguished by species, and they can live in the same room as their master..."

Warm breath exhaled from the boy's mouth, gently brushing against Xing Yaoyan's ear, causing a blushing, numbing sensation.

Xing Yaoyan's cheeks and earlobes turned red instantly.

But adhering to the spirit of never giving in until actually attacked, and even if actually attacked, wanting to gain the upper hand, she stubbornly blurted out:

"Fine, you are my male pet, then bark for me, your master, to hear..."

Xing Yaoyan regretted it as soon as she said it.

These words were too insulting, and since Qian Mo was now the most important person in her heart, if she really forced him to do this, she would feel bad herself...

"Um, I didn't mean..."

"Woof..."

At this moment, Xing Yaoyan felt an indescribable sense of shame rush to her crown, causing her brain to crash on the spot.

"You... you, you, you..."

The White-haired girl hurriedly stepped back several steps, looking at the smiling boy in front of her in disbelief. But at this moment, his smile, in addition to tenderness, had an extra hint of unique teasing.

"Not satisfied? Mas..." Qian Mo leaned in again.

The already blushing Xing Yaoyan reached out and covered his mouth with quick reflexes, then kicked him out the door with a spin kick, and finally closed the door.

The whole set of movements was as smooth as flowing water...

"Then I'll be going first, good night..."

Qian Mo's voice came from outside the door, his words filled with the joy of successful trolling.

Xing Yaoyan leaned against the door panel, head lowered, her shame now so overwhelming she couldn't speak.

Not until there was no more movement outside did Xing Yaoyan slowly raise her head, gently biting her lip, the blush on her face fading quite a bit.

Suddenly, she burst into laughter.

She didn't know why she was laughing, perhaps laughing at herself for only just realizing that Qian Mo was teasing her, or perhaps laughing at the fact that this blockhead actually had such a contrasting side...

Recalling since the two of them had been honest with each other, he had always been supporting her decisions. Originally, she had planned to use the Teleportation Spirit Array she had prepared in advance in the woods near the checkpoint to leave, but later she changed her mind at the last minute to help Martial General Hu Dachui and the others for the star marrow.

And other than voicing his opinion about her safety at the beginning, once she made up her mind, he began to silently try his best to help her. He didn't try to show off, and every action was done to complete the established task, without any superfluous movements.

This Heart-Nature and way of handling things, honestly, made her feel particularly comfortable.

He used to be like this, but he was very dull about feelings, no... it should be said that he was completely clueless...

But now, he actually dared to "rebel against his superior" and tease her...

Thinking of this, Xing Yaoyan subconsciously pressed her hand to her chest, feeling the unique texture of the pendant inside her clothes with her palm, and chuckled again...

...

In an unknown cave.

A black-haired man wearing a black trench coat was sitting steadily by the campfire. His breathing was very light, but almost every breath carried a unique frequency, a master's aura.

However, he would frown slightly every few minutes, as if suppressing something in his body.

Suddenly, his body swayed, and he reached out to cover his mouth, coughing violently.

"Brother Shangguan, are you okay!"

A red-haired woman in red tight-fitting clothes stood up from the corner and ran to the man's side in a hurry.

Points of spiritual power light appeared on her body, but soon dimmed under the man's hand gesture.

Seeing her clenching her fists, her eyes revealed heartache, unwillingness, and other indescribable emotions.

"Brother Shangguan..."

"Sister Shishi, just leave him alone. How many times has this happened along the way? He hasn't died yet..."

A slightly flippant voice came from above.

Another man wearing black and yellow tight-fitting clothes was lying on a stone platform protruding from the cave wall, hands behind his head, legs crossed, looking dissolute.

"Zhao Chu, if you don't know how to speak, then don't speak. No one will treat you as a mute if you don't." The red-haired woman frowned, obviously very dissatisfied with his ominous words.

"I'm just stating facts. Ever since the boss was poisoned, he's been like this every once in a while. Yun Liu and I are used to it. It's you, Sister Shishi, who worries so much every time. Don't let something happen to you before the captain is fine..."

Hearing his words, Li Shishi didn't know how to retort for a moment.

"Alright, it's almost dawn. When Yun Liu returns from scouting, we will continue on our way back. Maybe Martial General Hu Dachui has already brought people here."

Zhao Yan sat up and stretched forcefully.

But from his slightly trembling body and the increasingly dark circles under his eyes, Li Shishi knew that this guy hadn't closed his eyes for two nights...

Just at this moment, Shangguan Mingyue, who was still struggling to suppress the poison in his body, seemed to have suddenly sensed something. He widened his eyes instantly and shouted in a somewhat hoarse voice.

"No, something's wrong! Everyone, be careful!"