The evil female is weak and the males of the whole continent are out of control and fall.

Chapter 452 Hope Blossoms in Desperate Circumstances

Bai Wanwan looked into Hua Han's amber eyes, which were almost burning with tension and anticipation, and her heart was filled with a thousand thoughts.

As a female who had had several male beastmen, she was all too familiar with the bright, possessive, and longing look in the eyes of males.

Although Hua Han, this fox, usually likes to use her clever tricks, pretend to be well-behaved and pitiful in front of her, or deliberately "drive away" competitors, she has never really crossed the line, let alone done anything to harm her or her cubs.

His affection was presented to her with warmth and care.

More importantly, Bai Wanwan's inherent pride and clear-headedness sharply reminded her: if she rejected him at this moment, but still comfortably enjoyed his meticulous care, the warmth and sense of security he brought, then what would she become?
How is this any different from exploiting his feelings?

She can't do such a thing.

Facing Hua Han's tense gaze, which seemed to hold her breath, Bai Wanwan suddenly curved her lips into a slight smile.

That smile was like a beautiful flower suddenly blooming in the snowy winter, with a breathtaking beauty that instantly illuminated the dim light of the entire cave.

Hua Han felt her heart being gripped tightly, her breath truly caught in her throat, and the whole world seemed to consist only of the faint yet alluring curve of her lips.

"What do you like about me?" Her voice was soft, with a hint of inquiry and a gentleness that she herself was unaware of.

This question, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, stirred up a tidal wave in Hua Han's heart.

He felt all the blood rush to his head, and his heart was pounding so hard it felt like it was going to burst out of his chest.

"I love everything about you!" he said eagerly. "Your eyes, your voice, the gentle way you look at the children, the way you insist on doing things even when you're tired, you... everything about you! Wanwan, I love you, will you love me too?"

He was like a child begging for candy, his eyes filled with a desperate plea, and he even subconsciously wanted to reach out and touch her.

Just as his fingertips were about to touch her cheek, Bai Wanwan accurately grasped his wrist.

The force wasn't strong, but it rendered him unable to move further.

She looked up, gazing clearly into the depths of his eyes, her tone calm and honest: "Hua Han, I can't lie to you."

She felt his wrist stiffen momentarily, but she continued, "Right now, I only have a 'little' amount of affection for you."

She deliberately emphasized those two words, clearly drawing a line: "It's the trust between friends, the affection of taking care of the cubs together, and gratitude for your continued protection. But this affection is far from enough for me to accept you as my beast husband."

She paused, noticing the light in Hua Han's eyes dimming instantly, but still made her point clearly, "Furthermore, I can't guarantee that I'll be willing to accept you as my beast husband in the future."

This was almost a polite refusal.

However, the expected frustration or despair did not linger on Hua Han's face for long.

After a brief moment of distraction, those amber eyes lit up again with astonishing speed, even more dazzling than before.

He would create opportunities even if there weren't any, especially since Wanwan herself admitted that she didn't dislike him!
She had "a little bit of a crush" on him!
For him, this was like a ray of light in the darkness, a flower of hope blooming in despair.

It was tens of thousands of times better than the best result he had expected!

Overwhelmed with joy, Hua Han's reason crumbled instantly.

He could no longer control himself, and with a stretch of his long arm, he suddenly pulled Bai Wanwan into a tight embrace.

"It's okay, Wanwan."

His voice was filled with excitement, "I will wait for you, no matter how long it takes! Even if... even if you don't agree in the end, I will never regret my choice today. Being able to watch over you and protect you like this is my greatest happiness."

He buried his face in the crook of her neck, greedily inhaling her scent, and the obsession in his heart became incredibly clear: he would give his all, use every means at his disposal, to make that "little bit of affection" take root and eventually occupy her entire heart.

He must become her rightful beastly husband!

Hua Han seemed to be infused with boundless energy all day. Bai Wanwan had already made her point so clearly, and he still insisted; perhaps it wasn't unreasonable to give him a chance.

"Then let me go first, I need to go inside and check on the kids."

Hua Han was reluctant to let go, and rubbed affectionately against her neck for a while before slowly releasing her.

He worked with energy and a light step throughout the rest of the day.

They cleaned the cave even more thoroughly, prepared extra tender minced meat for the cubs, and took meticulous care of Bai Wanwan.

The satisfaction and joy emanating from him almost radiated out as a tangible light.

In the stillness of the night, the cubs made even breathing sounds in their warm grass nest.

The flames in the hearth leaped and crackled softly.

Hua Han sat to the side, her gaze fixed on Bai Wanwan's sleeping face. The flickering firelight cast warm shadows on her delicate profile, her long eyelashes casting soft shadows beneath her eyes, her sleeping face as peaceful as an innocent young female.

The more he looked at her, the hotter his heart became; the more he looked, the more unbelievably perfect she seemed.

That "little bit of liking" was like a seed that grew wildly in his heart, filling him with unprecedented anticipation and drive for the future.

At dawn, a cold wind howled outside the cave, and the snow had deepened.

Bai Wanwan woke up to the deliberate, quiet movements of the males.

Without the slightest hesitation, she lifted the warm animal skin blanket, neatly draped a thick animal skin robe over her shoulders, and stood up.

"Jiaoyin, wait a moment."

Her voice was slightly hoarse from just waking up, but it was exceptionally clear.

The tall figure, who was about to leave silently, suddenly stopped.

Jiaoyin turned around, and the moment he saw her, his deep, ocean-like eyes seemed to be filled with stars, suddenly shining with a faint but real brilliance.

"Wanwan?" His voice was deep and tinged with surprise. "It's chilly outside, why are you up?"

He subconsciously looked at the cold wind blowing in from the cave entrance.

Bai Wanwan walked up to him and shook her head slightly: "I'm not cold. You brave the wind and snow to hunt outside every day and work hard for this family. I'm hiding in a warm house, how could I possibly feel cold?"

Her gaze fell on his skin, which was dry from the cold wind, and on the barely perceptible weariness in his eyes.

She reached out and handed over a bag made of tough animal hide.

"Take this with you and eat it on the way."

Jiaoyin took it with some hesitation; it felt heavy in her hand.

He untied the rope, and a familiar yet long-lost salty smell of the ocean instantly filled his nostrils.

Inside were several sea fish that had been thoroughly cleaned and preserved using a special smoking method.

It's his favorite food!
"Where...did you come from?"

Jiaoyin looked up, her eyes filled with shock and emotion.

(End of this chapter)