238: Chapter 238 Isn't it just acting? She can do it too.

Zhuo Ling was standing at the entrance of her Stone House with a basket of berries in her hand, a beaming smile on her face.

Seeing Bai Wanwan, a look of pleasant surprise appeared on her face. “Wan Wan, you’re back? That’s wonderful. A couple of days ago, Shi Hua told me you hadn't returned, and I’ve been worrying about you every day.”

The expression on her face was incredibly natural, as if she were genuinely concerned.

Bai Wanwan scrutinized her expressionlessly for a moment, then her eyes suddenly curved into a smile. “I am naturally protected by the beast god. Whoever tries to harm me will ultimately bring misfortune upon themselves. You don't need to worry.”

Zhuo Ling’s composure cracked for a fleeting moment.

Bai Wanwan’s smile grew sweeter. “Why are you standing there? Come, come, sit down. What are you holding?”

Zhuo Ling stared at Bai Wanwan’s expression. Before she could approach, Shi Hua leaned close to Bai Wanwan’s ear and whispered, “These past few days you were gone, Zhuo Ling came over every day. I didn’t have much to say to her, but she just wouldn't leave…”

A hint of suspicion flickered in Bai Wanwan’s half-lowered eyes.

It was true that she had offended some Females upon arriving at the Golden Lion Tribe, and they all had reasons to target her.

However... Zhuo Ling, right in front of her, had schemed against her several times, both openly and subtly. She was a major suspect.

Zhuo Ling quickly regained her composure. She walked into the Stone House and sat down intimately close to Bai Wanwan.

Her eyes showed appropriate concern, and her tone was soft and affectionate.

“Wan Wan, I heard that the wild beasts outside have gone ferocious and mad. Is that true?”

“Yes... There are crazed beasts everywhere. Several times... I was nearly devoured alive by those maddened beasts, but my luck was truly exceptional.”

Bai Wanwan keenly caught the flicker of disappointment in Zhuo Ling’s eyes.

Tsk... She really came over to put on a show!

“Then how did you get trapped outside?” Zhuo Ling asked, blinking her large eyes with feigned curiosity.

“My Beast Husband was escorting me back. We encountered a few Males on the road, and they blocked us from returning to the Tribe, which is why we were trapped outside. However...”

Zhuo Ling’s heart tightened, waiting for the continuation, but Bai Wanwan abruptly stopped speaking.

She wore an expression that was half-smile, half-smirk. “Forget it, why tell you all this? Anyway... next time I see them, I will definitely drag them out. If they dare to lay a hand on me, I will ensure they don't leave the Golden Master Tribe alive.”

The curve of Zhuo Ling’s mouth paused for a moment before she managed a smile. “What if you mistook them?”

“I won't mistake them!”

Bai Wanwan’s reply was resolute. In reality, those few Males were in their Beast Forms. In her eyes, when Males transformed into their Beast Forms, they all looked the same at a glance.

She couldn't distinguish who was who at all.

But, as long as Zhuo Ling believed her words, that was enough. Even though she wasn't certain Zhuo Ling was behind it,

She could set a trap first and see if Zhuo Ling would become flustered by herself.

If it truly was her, and her Beast Husband was involved...

Then this matter couldn't be swept under the rug. She would settle accounts with Zhuo Ling properly.

“Wan Wan...”

Zhuo Ling was about to speak again, but Bai Wanwan deliberately raised her hand, patted her mouth, and let out a yawn. She started letting her eyelids droop. “I’m so sleepy. I haven't slept well these past few days outside. I feel like sleeping just sitting here.”

Shi Hua immediately understood and stood up. “Then big sister, you should rest quickly. We can talk about other things after you’ve recovered.”

“Mhm, alright then, I’ll rest for a bit.”

Shi Hua quickly turned to Zhuo Ling. “Zhuo Ling, let’s go outside and let big sister rest for a while.”

Zhuo Ling actually wanted to probe how much Bai Wanwan remembered about that day's events, but this Female wasn't as easily led by the nose as other Females.

If she asked any more, it might arouse Bai Wanwan’s suspicion.

After a moment of hesitation, she nodded understandingly with a smile. “Okay, we’ll leave first. Wan Wan, get some good rest. I’ll come see you again when you feel better.”

Bai Wanwan smiled and nodded, watching as she and Shi Hua slowly walked out of her front door.

Only then did the smile on her face gradually disappear.

That Zhuo Ling is highly suspicious!

Once Shi Hua and Zhuo Ling were gone, Yan Lie quickly shut the door.

Zhu Xiu walked over and gently lifted The Cubs, who were clinging to Bai Wanwan and lying on her body, off her.

“Let me hug them again,” Bai Wanwan said reluctantly, reaching out to take them back.

Zhu Xiu turned and tossed The Cubs into their nest, earning an irritated look from Bai Wanwan. “Be gentler.”

Xin Feng laughed from the side. “The Cubs are growing up; they’re sturdy. No need to worry.”

After speaking, Zhu Xiu walked back to her side and gently placed her onto the bed.

Zhu Xiu sat down next to her, stroking her hair. “Your body hasn't recovered yet. You sleep for a while. I’ll go out and investigate those Males who attacked you.”

Bai Wanwan clasped his hand. “Be careful. Those few Males were quite strong.”

“Mhm, I will be careful. I won't alert the enemy before I confirm things.”

After saying that, he squeezed her hand, then let go. “Sleep now.”

After covering her with a thin blanket, he stayed by her side for a while longer. Seeing her eyelids slowly close as she drifted off, he stood up with light movements.

“Take good care of Wan Wan. I’m heading out.”

Yan Lie, who was just looking for an opportunity to go to Wan Wan’s side, immediately thumped his chest and guaranteed, “Yes, don’t worry.”

Zhu Xiu glanced at him without a word, then turned to look at Xin Feng. “Since those people are targeting Wan Wan, you need to pay extra attention.”

Xin Feng nodded. “I will.”

As soon as Zhu Xiu left, Xin Feng glanced at Yan Lie, who had already crowded close to Wan Wan’s side, then turned and walked out, thanking the two Males outside who were looking after The Cubs.

After the two Males safely handed The Cubs over to them, they returned to report.

The room became quiet, and The Cubs were also dozing in their nest.

Yan Lie lay down next to Bai Wanwan and wrapped his arm securely around her body.

Bai Wanwan stirred, smelled the familiar, reassuring scent on her nose, and fell into a deeper, sweeter sleep.

When she woke up again, it was already evening.

Yan Lie’s arm was still firmly wrapped around her waist. Seeing her open her eyes, he lowered his head and kissed her forehead. “Awake?”

Bai Wanwan let out a lazy “Mm,” her voice a bit hoarse. “You stayed with me the whole time?”

As a Male, he didn't need as much sleep, but he had lain there holding her for several hours.

But he enjoyed these quiet days embracing his Female.

“Mhm, did you sleep well?”

Bai Wanwan raised her hand and pinched his smoothly contoured chin. “Very well.”

Saying that, she sat up from his embrace and glanced toward the corner, finding it empty.

“Where are The Cubs?”

“They woke up after sleeping for a while. Xin Feng was afraid of disturbing you, so he took them out to play.”

He sat up as well, his arm encircling her waist again, caressing the skin on her side. His voice was hoarse. “Wan Wan...”

Bai Wanwan turned her head and met his eyes, which were filled with intense desire.