A vicious female is trapped in a beastly hell.

Chapter 545 Can I do it? Why not give it a try and see?
Hearing his words, Shen Tang's heart softened completely, as if she were wrapped in a marshmallow soaked in lemon juice, both sweet and sour, almost melting away.

Jialan was a princess of the mermaid clan from a young age, born into a noble family, and naturally free-spirited, she hated being bound by constraints. Yet, for her sake, he was willing to give up his freedom for the rest of his life.

Her nose tingled, her throat tightened, and she couldn't speak for a moment.

She reached out and hooked her arm around his long neck, gently pulling down and tilting her head back to kiss his lips.

"Tangtang..." The young man's low, husky voice was as sweet as honey, like a lover's whisper, making one's heart tremble. He held the back of her head with one hand and lowered his head to deepen the lingering and longing kiss.

Soon, the sound of ambiguous water filled the air.

Shen Tang could barely breathe, her cheeks flushed crimson, gradually losing strength as his kisses, which had begun to grow more intense, became more passionate. Her fingers slid down his neck to his chest, inadvertently ruffling his meticulously tailored collar.

His collar was originally pulled up high, covering his neck and Adam's apple, leaving only a small section of pale skin, which exuded a sense of inviolable holiness and asceticism.

At this moment, her neckline was slightly open and disheveled, revealing her deep collarbone and a delicate chest, which was both alluring and seductive.

The young man's breathing gradually became erratic, and his eyes grew increasingly deep and dangerous, like the dark sea surging before a storm.

He picked her up in one swift motion, cradled her buttocks in his palm, walked to the bedside, gently laid her down, and then pressed down on her.

He kissed her passionately while holding her hand and guiding her slowly downwards.

Like unwrapping a cherished gift, his collar was loosened inch by inch, his robes slowly slipping down and piling up at his elbows. From behind, his broad, straight, and slender shoulders and back were mostly exposed, his skin as flawless as jade, gleaming in the light.

Shen Tang's fingertips landed on his well-defined abdominal muscles.

Its texture was both hard and warm, like warm jade.

She moved her palm back and gripped his lean, strong waist, where there was not an ounce of fat, and every inch of his muscles contained a power ready to be unleashed.

The two kissed for a long time before separating slightly.

Her cheeks were flushed, her eyes were misty, she was breathing slightly, and her lips were swollen and full from being kissed, like bright red flower petals waiting to be picked.

She stared at the disheveled man before her.

The young man had a cool and handsome appearance, his breathing was slightly disordered, and his gaze towards her was filled with an overwhelming desire.

His posture was more upright than when I first saw him, no longer as thin as before, but not overly robust either. Everything was just right, combining strength and beauty, like a work of art sculpted by the gods.

From Shen Tang's perspective, his slender and perfect body was on full display, every line exuding allure.

She couldn't help but swallow hard, her heart pounding, but she was still mindful of something and didn't continue.

Jialan noticed her hesitation, a hint of sadness flashing in her eyes, but she still mustered her courage, put an arm around her waist, and kissed her rosy lips again.

His cool, thin lips lingered on hers, then deepened. Shen Tang wanted to say something, but he swallowed it all, only letting out a few soft moans before surrendering and instinctively wrapping her arms around his neck.

Jialan's kiss slid from her lips to the corners of her mouth, then slowly moved down to kiss her chin and earlobe, before lingering on her neck.

The skin on her neck was sensitive, and wherever his lips touched, a tingling, electric-like sensation coursed through her, making Shen Tang's toes curl involuntarily.

She hummed softly twice and reached out to push away his chest, but he grabbed her wrists and pinned them above her head.

His kisses continued to travel downwards.

The buttons on her collar were gently bitten open.

His kiss left its mark on the snow-white softness, leaving a trail of wet, meandering trace.

Shen Tang could barely withstand his intense onslaught, and her consciousness began to fade... Just then, the faint sound of conversation could be heard outside the hall.

Perhaps it was a servant who happened to be passing by, or perhaps someone who came to see the high priest on important business.

The deep sea outside the window was dark, with only the occasional floating plankton emitting a faint light that illuminated the deep blue expanse.

Inside the hall, however, it was as bright as day. The enormous luminous pearl and the crystals embedded in the walls complemented each other. The thin gauze curtains were not yet drawn, and if someone were to approach at this time, they would surely be able to glimpse the spring-like scene inside.

Shen Tang suddenly came to her senses, her heart leaping into her throat. She hurriedly pushed the man off her, her cheeks flushed red, and whispered urgently, "No... someone's coming."

Jialan also heard the commotion outside, paused, and did not continue.

The curtains were closed by an invisible spiritual force.

He pulled her close, their foreheads touching, and said in a muffled voice, "You're leaving tomorrow... I wish time could stand still at this moment, so I could keep you by my side forever."

Now that he is the High Priest of the Sea Clan, he doesn't easily show his emotions, but Shen Tang could still hear a hint of grievance and sadness in his voice.

Her heart softened completely. "I'll miss you too. I'll come see you whenever I have time."

She looked up at Jialan and gently comforted her.

His appearance had become even more handsome and dashing, with an added air of asceticism and holiness compared to before. At this moment, his lips were redder than usual, glistening with moisture, and inexplicably imbued with a sense of defiled beauty.

Shen Tang felt her heart pounding even faster, her whole body burning as if on fire, with waves of heat washing over her.

Jialan's heart burned under the female's intense gaze. She couldn't resist lowering her head to kiss her soft lips again, her fingertips gently stroking her slightly swollen lips. She smoothed a stray hair behind her ear, her voice clear and gentle, "Keep your word. Don't forget me, don't leave me behind... or else..."

He paused, ultimately unable to bring himself to say a single harsh word to her.

Shen Tang looked at him with a smile, deliberately asking, "Hmm? Otherwise, what will you do?" Jia Lan lowered his head and lightly bit her lip, whispering without much force, "Then I'll... get angry."

Leaving aside the established figures in her family, she is now the monarch of the Night Glow Empire. There must be many males with ulterior motives trying to seduce her. With so many beautiful women surrounding her, there might be even younger and more beautiful ones in the future... Hmph, this "fickle and lustful" little female might forget about him in just a few days!
If she really dares to get bored with him and forget about him...

Then he——

What can he do?

Aside from sulking alone and secretly wiping away tears, there was nothing he could do.

He couldn't bear to do anything to her.

Shen Tang chuckled. No matter how serious she pretended to be on the surface, she was still that proud and awkward little fish at heart!
"Silly boy, how could I bear to make you angry?" She gently kissed his high, jade-like nose and coaxed him, "If, and I mean if, there really comes a day when I forget you, then you can go find someone else and throw me away, okay?"

Jialan hugged her tighter and mumbled, "I won't."

"Hmm, I don't know how either."

The two fell silent for a moment, their unspoken affection flowing through the night.

The voices outside the window faded into the distance, indicating that the servants had not come to Jialan specifically, but had simply happened to pass by.

Shen Tang secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Jialan lowered his head and kissed her hair. Although he had lost his sense of smell, he could still smell her faint fragrance.

Shen Tang nestled quietly in his arms, gazing out the window.

In the distance, a few more lights appeared on the coral path. They were hand-held lanterns unique to the sea creatures, with glowing algae and small fish covered by special gauze, like lanterns on land, to guide the attendants.

In the deep sea, sunrise and sunset are invisible, making it difficult to accurately measure time.

But the orcs of the temple always get up very early, preparing for the day's tasks, which also means that the night is almost over and it's almost dawn.

Shen Tang looked up at his sharply defined jawline. "I'll be leaving soon. If I don't say these things now, I don't know how long it will be before we meet again."

Jialan's Adam's apple bobbed as she whispered, "There are so many things I want to say to you, so many... but I don't know where to begin."

Shen Tang rested her chin gently on his shoulder and said softly, "Then let's talk about the most important one."

"I love you."

"I know."

"...How much sincerity do you have for me?" Jialan remained silent for a long time before softly asking this question.

Shen Tang's heart tightened, but she wasn't surprised.

She knew that once Jialan learned that she had approached him with a mission, this matter must be a thorn in his side.

He knew she loved him, but he couldn't tell whether that love came from the bottom of her heart or was out of necessity for her mission.

She was glad he asked the question instead of keeping it to himself.

Shen Tang looked into his eyes and answered without hesitation, "Thumbs up."

Jialan felt as if her heart had been set on fire; even her non-existent heart seemed to be pounding violently.

He held her fingers tightly, pressed her into the bed, and lowered his head to kiss her lips again.

The two lingered for a long time before parting.

Jialan held her fingers, lowered her head and gently kissed her fingertips, her voice low and husky, alluring, "Tangtang, I'll teach you... how to win me over."

Looking at the stunningly handsome man before her, Shen Tang's heart pounded like a drum. She felt that it wasn't her who was trying to win him over, but rather this scoundrel who was plotting step by step to lure her into his trap!

The blush that had just faded from her face returned, and her gaze involuntarily drifted downwards before quickly shifting away, muttering softly, "You can't now..."

Jialan immediately understood her implication, and his handsome face darkened. For a male, almost anything else is insignificant, except for certain matters that concern his dignity!

A male who cannot please his partner is the most useless male.

So all this time she was being so careful... because she was worried about this?

The more careful and considerate she was, the more ashamed he felt, and the more he longed to prove himself.

A vague sense of frustration welled up in her chest. Jialan lowered her head again and bit her lip lightly, her voice deep and dangerous.
"Could I... just try and see?"

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Sorry for the long wait, everyone. I still owe you one chapter from the night before last and two chapters from last night, totaling 6000 words. This chapter is 3000 words, and I'm currently writing another chapter!

Here's a beautiful picture of a snake for you all, as compensation!
(This picture is absolutely adorable! After the book is finished, it might be made into tags or other merchandise to give away to fans. The series of pictures featuring Tangtang, the leopard, the little bird, the fish, and the fox brother are also in production. Please be patient, everyone!)

(I'll try to commission more pictures for you guys in the future, and I'll randomly share them as a bonus! Thank you all for your continued support!)
P.S.: The next chapter might get stuck in the review process, so you can check back tomorrow morning.

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