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

Chapter 494 The Love of the Candle Cultivator
Ember Shadow could obviously tell that those males were deliberately asserting their dominance.

He admitted that his heart felt like it was being torn apart by countless hands, yet strangely he sat there watching without reacting.

Now, the fact that he can sit here and look at her is a luxury.

The meal seemed to pass in the blink of an eye, and Jin Ying didn't want to look away.

But Bai Wanwan's beastmen had already realized his intentions, and they got up to pack their things, taking the opportunity to block his view.

"It's getting late, Jin Ying male should go back and rest as soon as possible." Zhu Xiu looked at him and directly gave him the order to leave.

Jin Ying had learned to suppress all her bitterness in her heart without showing it on her face.

A faint smile appeared on his aloof face. "Okay, thank you for tonight."

After saying that, she turned and left amidst the glaring gazes of several males.

He didn't even have a chance to say goodbye to his girl.

After Ember's lonely figure completely disappeared into the twilight outside the treehouse, the atmosphere inside the treehouse did not truly ease.

Several male beastmen tacitly gathered in a corner near the door, away from Bai Wanwan who was playing with the cubs.

"Why is everyone so quiet?" Yan Lie broke the silence first. His handsome face was now furrowed with worry. His gaze swept over Jin Yi, Hua Han, and Xin Feng, and finally landed on Zhu Xiu.

“That male named Jinying, didn’t you guys notice something was off? The way he looked at Wanwan… it was like a ferocious beast that hadn’t eaten for three days staring at the most delicious piece of meat! He practically had ‘I want her’ written all over his face!”

Yan Lie was outspoken, and though his voice was low, it carried obvious anxiety and hostility.

As someone who had once "come from behind" and surpassed others, he knew all too well what that determined look in a man's eyes meant.

“Wanwan’s attitude is very clear.” Jin Yi spoke calmly, his voice as solid as a rock, carrying a calming power. “She is only polite and distant towards him, and has not responded at all. What Jin Ying thinks is his business. Wanwan’s feelings are the key.”

"Feelings can be cultivated, so it's best for everyone to be cautious."

After Hua Han finished speaking, she attracted the attention of several other males.

He coughed lightly; he was indeed an example.

Wanwan did indeed develop feelings for him through his gradual manipulation.

Therefore, he was also afraid that other males would use a single move to steal Wanwan away.

Zhu Xiu listened silently, without participating in the discussion or even glancing at them again. He turned around and strode towards Bai Wanwan, who was surrounded by fluffy cubs.

"Hey, Xin Feng, why aren't you in a hurry?" Yan Lie looked at Zhu Xiu's back and then turned to Xin Feng, who seemed the most "Buddhist".

Xin Feng smiled with a hint of helplessness, "Jin Ying didn't do anything, and there's nothing we can do either. Besides, I don't want to put Wanwan in a difficult position. If she's willing, I can accept her."

For a moment, the wooden platform fell silent.

Bai Wanwan was smiling as she lifted a playful tiger cub from Shuanghua's lap when she sensed the powerful masculine presence approaching. She naturally looked up, her smile still lingering, and was about to greet him, "Zhuxiu, you..."

Before she could finish speaking, Zhu Xiu had already bent down, his strong arms slipping under her knees and back, easily lifting her up in his arms. Caught off guard, Bai Wanwan let out a short gasp, instinctively wrapping her arms around his neck to steady herself. "Zhu Xiu? What's wrong?"

Her slender but tall figure appeared quite petite in his broad embrace.

Zhu Xiu didn't answer, but simply held her and, under Shuang Hua's smiling gaze and the curious stares of the cubs, strode towards a quiet wooden house nearby.

Shuanghua watched this scene and gently patted the curious little tiger cub in her arms.

"My little ones, don't disturb your mother. Grandma Frost will take you inside to play."

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The wooden door was gently closed with Zhu Xiu's foot.

The cabin was dimly lit and filled with the fresh scent of wood and hay.

Zhu Xiu still didn't put her down. Instead, he carried her to the bed covered with thick animal hides and sat down, letting her sit steadily on his strong thighs. His arms were still tightly wrapped around her waist, imprisoning her in his embrace.

"What's wrong? Are you unhappy?" Bai Wanwan raised her hand, her fingertips gently stroking his hard jawline, her voice carrying a soothing tenderness.

She could feel the oppressive aura emanating from him.

Zhu Xiu raised his head, his reddened eyes gazing deeply into hers, where an undisguised possessiveness surged. His voice was low and direct: "You like that male named Jin Ying?"

"Which one?" Bai Wanwan didn't react for a moment, then laughed, "Jinying? You're innocent!"

She cupped his face in her hands and looked at him earnestly. "I've only met him a few times, and we haven't even exchanged many words. I invited him to stay for dinner just now as a matter of hospitality, and it was just a casual remark. Don't overthink it."

“What if…” Zhu Xiu’s gaze was fixed on her as he posed an almost tricky question, “He would be willing to give up his own life for you?”

This is practically a death trap!
Bai Wanwan paused for a moment, then met his gaze calmly: "Ahem... Even if a male I don't like gives his life for me, I will only be grateful for his sacrifice and do my best to make it up to his people. But gratitude and affection are two different things."

She paused, then said decisively, "The only requirement for him to become my beastly husband is that I have to fall in love with him first."

"Jinying has a Crimson-rank talent, is powerful, and her appearance... is not bad either." Zhu Xiu's tone carried a hint of sourness, his gaze sweeping over her face, clearly saying, "I don't believe you can remain completely unmoved."

Bai Wanwan noticed his jealousy and her tone became slightly coquettish, "I now have Jin Yi, Qiu Rong, Xin Feng, Yan Lie, Yin Ze, Hua Han, and you..." She read out their names one by one, her eyes sincere, "Each of you is unique and fills my heart. I've already decided that I will never mate with any other male again!"

To completely appease the jealous serpent, she even raised her hand, her expression serious, "I swear to the Beast God that I will never mate with another male again. By the Beast God, I, Bai Wanwan..."

"Well!"

Before the vow could be uttered, it was forcefully silenced by Zhu Xiu's burning kiss!

The kiss was domineering and passionate, carrying an undeniable possessiveness, yet in the intertwining of lips and teeth, it revealed a sense of cherishing and joy.

He rubbed his lips against hers, as if he wanted to swallow her promise whole and etch it into his very bones.

After a long while, he finally stepped back slightly, panting, his forehead pressed against hers. His reddened eyes shone brightly, brimming with satisfaction and love: "Okay... your words are enough."

His voice had a slightly husky, sexy quality.

(End of this chapter)