124: Chapter 124 is because I like him

Zhu Xiu looked at her with deep eyes, "Wan Wan, it's not a good time to have Cubs right now."

"Why is it not a good time? The Warm Season is coming, everything is reviving—isn't it the best time to welcome new life?"

Cubs born in the Warm Season are so lucky; they don't have to freeze.

"I told you before, my situation is temporarily unsuitable for having Cubs."

Wan Wan was a Sacred Female; if he touched her, she would likely conceive easily.

If his dark curse acted up then, Xin Feng would have to take care of Wan Wan and all those Cubs. Where would he find the time to hunt?

Bai Wanwan was about to set things straight with him when Shi Hua's voice came from outside, "Sister, are you home?"

Bai Wanwan slid off the Stone Bed, looked at Zhu Xiu, and said to Shi Hua outside, "I'm here, Shi Hua, wait for me."

Before leaving, she turned back to Zhu Xiu and said, "I'll talk to you about it properly later."

She had actually wanted to tell him the truth just now, but she was afraid he would think she only wanted to have Cubs with him because it was life-threatening.

That was certainly an important reason, but... she had a choice now!

Zhu Xiu was her Beast Husband; wanting to have his Cubs was naturally because she liked him.

Afraid of making Shi Hua wait too long, she decided to talk to him slowly when she returned and turned to head out.

When Bai Wanwan saw Shi Hua, she took her hand and led her far away.

She was worried it was about Yan Lie again...

Shi Hua was a bit dazed, "Sister, what are you hiding from?"

"I'm not hiding!" Bai Wanwan looked back to see Zhu Xiu sitting on the Stone Stool again with the Cubs, then turned to ask Shi Hua, "Did you need something?"

"Nothing much, I just saw the weather was nice and wanted to find you to go for a walk and soak up some sun."

"Alright, let's go for a stroll."

She needed to think carefully about how to talk to Zhu Xiu.

She left just like that, without even going back to give Zhu Xiu a heads-up.

Zhu Xiu sensed the Little Female walking away, his gaze following her the entire time.

Bai Wanwan didn't leave his line of sight; she just wandered nearby.

She knew that if she truly went somewhere he couldn't see, Zhu Xiu would definitely come over to ensure her safety.

"I see your face has been glowing these past two days. Mu Feng must be treating you very well, right?"

Bai Wanwan intentionally bumped into her. Seeing her shy smile, she couldn't help but think how different she looked from the pitiful state she was in a while ago—having someone to cherish her really made a difference!

Shi Hua was actually more delicate-looking than most of the coarser Females, and her personality was gentle. She had a quiet temperament that set her apart from the others.

After a few days, her face had become ruddy, and her eyes were filled with brightness and joy, making her even more beautiful.

"Yes, he is very good to me. I just don't know if I can bear a litter of Cubs for him."

Shi Hua touched her belly anxiously. Mu Feng had been working very hard; if she couldn't conceive, it might be because her body was simply disappointing.

Bai Wanwan smiled, "Don't worry. In a few days, ask the Clan Witch to check on you. I guarantee you'll bear him a litter of big, healthy Cubs."

She had spent two thousand points, after all!

By now, she should already be carrying Mu Feng's Cubs; Shi Hua just didn't know it yet.

Bai Wanwan's words made Shi Hua's eyes light up, full of anticipation.

As they were talking, a group of Females approached. They were carrying Baskets filled with some flowers and herbs, though it was unclear what they were for.

Just then, Mu Zhi's arms grew tired. She set her Basket on the ground and, seeing Shi Hua ahead, didn't even think before pointing at her, "Shi Hua, come here and help me carry this back."

Seeing this, the other Females also set down their Baskets and stopped to catch their breath. "Shi Hua, after you finish with Mu Zhi's, help me with mine too."

Shi Hua instinctively let out an "Oh" and was about to step forward to help.

She had only taken one step when Bai Wanwan grabbed her hand.

"They have their own hands and feet. Let them carry it themselves."

Shi Hua's personality could be called gentle, but it could also be called a pushover, letting anyone push her around.

The people bullying her wouldn't be grateful for her help; they would only think she was an easier target.

Mu Shan, Mu Zhi, and the other Females sat by the roadside to rest. Seeing Bai Wanwan and Shi Hua pulling at each other and Shi Hua not coming over for a long time, they grew impatient.

Mu Shan was a bit angry. They couldn't do anything to Bai Wanwan, but could they really not handle Shi Hua?

Even if Shi Hua had a Beast Husband now, so what? It was just one Beast Husband.

"Shi Hua, what are you dazing for? Hurry up and come help us carry these!"

Shi Hua began to hesitate. She didn't actually want to, but having been bullied for so long, her instinct was to keep the peace. she didn't want to court trouble or involve others.

Sensing Shi Hua's hesitation and struggle, Bai Wanwan let go of her hand and simply asked, "Do you want to help them?"

Shi Hua bit her lip, not knowing how to answer for a moment.

Bai Wanwan reached out and patted her shoulder, "If you want to help in your heart, then help. If you don't want to, no one can force you. Don't forget you have a Beast Husband now, and he's a Green-Tier Male. Besides, you have me as a friend. If you don't want to, you can completely refuse."

Her words seemed to inject a surge of strength into Shi Hua's heart. A desire to resist, which she had never felt before, reached its peak at this moment.

She blurted out, "Sister, I don't want to."

Bai Wanwan nodded with satisfaction, "If you don't want to, tell them loudly."

Mu Shan and the others were a bit far away, and with the Females chattering, they couldn't hear what Bai Wanwan and Shi Hua were saying at all.

They only saw that Shi Hua hadn't moved for a long time and began to shout arrogantly.

"Shi Hua, are you coming over or not?"

"Tell them loudly to carry it themselves."

"Okay!"

Shi Hua turned to face Mu Shan, Mu Zhi, and the other Females, her shoulders trembling slightly.

She opened her mouth and closed it several times; Bai Wanwan did not rush her.

"I won't carry it. Carry it yourselves!"

She practically roared it out, leaving the dozens of Females opposite her stunned.

Then Mu Shan laughed, "She said she won't carry it."

"Think you're different just because you have an out-tribe beastman backing you up? Bai Wanwan and her Beast Husband will leave eventually, but you have to stay in the Black Dog Tribe for the rest of your life."

"Don't make us angry. Be good and come carry these things."

Bai Wanwan cheered her on from the side, "Don't be afraid! Mu Feng won't let you be mistreated."

In fact, a thought had just crossed her mind: perhaps she could take Shi Hua away from the Black Dog Tribe.

Shi Hua wasn't happy here, and she didn't have many friends in the Beast World herself.

Shi Hua was simple-minded and kind-hearted.

They got along well together.

She would ask for Shi Hua's opinion later. If she was willing, that would be for the best.

The courage Shi Hua had just gathered was punctured again. She turned to look at Bai Wanwan, "Sister, if I don't agree to their demands, Mu Shan will have their Beast Husbands move against Mu Feng."

Although Mu Feng was a Green Tier beastman, Mu Shan and Mu Zhi's families were large and also had Males with Green Tier Talent.

Shi Hua was a marginal figure in the Black Dog Tribe. She only had one Beast Husband and simply couldn't compete with the entire group of Males.

"Don't be afraid! I actually wanted to ask you, have you ever thought about leaving the Black Dog Tribe?"

"Leaving?" Shi Hua looked up at her abruptly.

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