A vicious female is trapped in a beastly hell.

Chapter 55 Ways to Make Money

Gu Lian was furious because Jia Lan hadn't begged for mercy. She was so angry that her lungs felt like they were going to explode. Her nails dug into her palms, and the resentment on her face was as sinister and twisted as a venomous snake.

That damn fat woman, just you wait! If she dares to ruin her plans, she'll pay a terrible price!
A malicious glint flashed across Gu Lianyan's beautiful face. Anyway, she would be leaving this wretched place soon. She had nothing to lose and was not afraid of those who wore shoes. She could kill a female silently, and the military would not be able to trace it back to her.

……

Just as Shen Tang reached her front door, a whooshing sound came from behind her.

Her bulky and clumsy body had nowhere to hide, and the sharp arrow pierced her heart with pinpoint accuracy!
If she were stabbed, she would surely die; even a god couldn't save her!
The expected bloody scene did not occur. Just as the arrow was about to pierce the flesh, it seemed to encounter some kind of barrier and was deflected, turning and piercing through the door.

The orc hiding behind the tree was shocked. His archery skills were among the best in the city. He had clearly aimed, so how could he have missed?
He quickly drew his bow and arrow, wanting to try again.

No matter how lucky this fat woman is, she can't escape it a second time.

A system warning sounded in Shen Tang's mind. She quickly ran away, pulled the arrow from the doorway, and shouted at the top of her lungs toward the crowd ahead, "Help! Someone is trying to harm a female!"

The nearby orcs were startled by her cries for their parents and rushed over to watch.

Shen Li happened to be leading a patrol team not far away. His bright red, pointed fox ears twitched, and upon hearing the familiar shout, his brows furrowed slightly. Without thinking too much, he quickly led his men over.

Shen Li's expression darkened when he saw the sharp arrow clutched in Shen Tang's hand. He coldly ordered, "Surround this area!"

The leopard beast hiding in the shadows turned pale with fright. It had finally managed to escape this wretched place and didn't want to end up in prison, so it abandoned any further attempts to assassinate Shen Tang and quickly turned into a blur and ran away.

The patrol of orcs was a step too slow and only found the bow and arrows discarded in the bushes.

Shen Li walked over and looked at Shen Tang with concern, "Are you injured?"

Shen Tang's face was a little pale, but she still shook her head calmly, "It's okay, I've always been lucky, that guy didn't hit me."

Shen Li sighed tenderly, "Xiao Tang, you really have a lot of bad luck. Once or twice, these people are coming for you. I will take people to investigate later. No matter how fast the murderer escapes, it is impossible for him to leave no trace."

Shen Tang thought to herself, "It's all because of you scoundrels who flirted with other women, making her a target of everyone's hatred. If it weren't for the self-defense equipment rewarded by the system, she would definitely be riddled with arrows by now!"
Although Shen Li was trying to comfort him, Shen Tang also understood that the murderer used a homemade bow and arrow, which meant he was clearly prepared. Even surveillance footage would make it difficult to investigate, and the matter would most likely end without a trace.

"Forget it, the murderer ran so fast, he probably won't be able to find anyone. He probably won't dare to do it again next time."

It was noon, and it was Shen Li's turn to get off work and rest. Shen Tang, with the utmost professionalism, asked, "Would you like to stay for lunch?"

Shen Li noticed the female's bright smile and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He wondered if it was just his imagination, but he felt that Shen Tang's teeth were much straighter. Before, they were crooked and looked like a camel's, but now they looked clean and straight.

Sunlight fell on her, revealing her plump female face. When she smiled, she showed her teeth, and her eyes curved like crescent moons. Although her appearance was ordinary, she still had a hint of delicate and lovely charm.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, Shen Li's favorability has increased by 5!]

Hearing the notification sound from the system in her mind, Shen Tang looked up in surprise at the red-haired man in front of her. His handsome and charming face still carried a gentle and elegant smile, and his narrow fox-like eyes were sparkling, appearing more sincere than before.

“Since Xiao Tang has kindly invited me, I will gladly accept. I just hunted a batch of fresh venison yesterday and haven’t had a chance to eat it yet. Wait here for a moment, and I’ll bring it to you.” “Okay.” Shen Tang nodded with a smile.

A short while later, Shen Li returned with a large piece of venison. The thawed venison was reddish and translucent, mostly lean with very little fat, making it perfect for weight loss.

Shen Li's meal was worthwhile this time. He helped her carry the heavy meat to the kitchen and even helped wash the vegetables. The two of them worked for more than half an hour and cooked a pot of fresh, fragrant, and tender venison stew, which they ate with great relish.

After Shen Li finished eating and drinking, he remembered the rumors he had heard on the way—Shen Tang went to Jia Lan's place at noon and stayed in his room for more than an hour.

He knew Jialan was in heat; could it be that the two of them were really...?

For some reason, a vague and inexplicable emotion flashed through Shen Li's mind, and he felt inexplicably irritable.

"Xiao Tang, this stewed meat is fragrant and tender, and tastes excellent. Venison is very nourishing, so you females should eat more of it." Shen Li smiled and placed a large piece of meat into Shen Tang's bowl. As he moved closer, he lowered his head and sniffed her lightly, but he didn't smell any fishy smell from the mermaid.

He secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

When Shen Li suddenly realized this change in his feelings, he was slightly surprised. Then he looked at Shen Tang, who was engrossed in eating. He had to admit that the female had become much prettier these days. She was gentle, cheerful, hardworking and capable. Any male would feel an instinctive attraction to her.

Shen Li didn't think he really liked Shen Tang; at most, he was just curious about her and had a good impression of her. The two had grown up together and he treated her like a younger sister.

But he was still very curious about what Shen Tang did during the hour or so that he stayed in Jia Lan's room.

Pretending to be unaware, Shen Li asked curiously, "Xiao Tang, I heard you mated with Jia Lan?"

"Cough cough cough!" Shen Tang was eating happily when he was suddenly choked by a question that came out of nowhere.

"Eat slowly, don't rush, no one's going to take it from you." Shen Li patted her back hurriedly, and Shen Tang swallowed the piece of meat in her mouth with difficulty.

"Who said I mated with Jialan?"

"That's what the beastmen on the road are saying. Many people saw you come out of his room at noon."

Shen Tang quickly shook her head, "I didn't, I just comforted him emotionally, I didn't do anything else!"

Shen Li was even more surprised after hearing her words. She dared to drug Xiao Jin, and when the mermaid was in her weakest heat cycle, she only did such a "pure" thing and did nothing else.

Feeling the probing gaze of the man beside her like a thorn in her back, Shen Tang realized that her behavior was not in line with the original owner's character. She quickly lowered her head and poked the bowl with her chopsticks, saying dejectedly, "That mermaid hates me so much, how could I dare to do anything to him? Otherwise, he would definitely kill me when he wakes up!"

"Heh, that's true." Shen Li chuckled lightly, still staring straight at her with a hint of amusement.

Shen Tang felt a chill run down her spine from his gaze, so she changed the subject, "I happen to have a big order that I'd like to ask for your help with. Would you like to work with me?"

Shen Li raised an eyebrow in surprise, "Oh? What does Xiao Tang want me to do for you?"

Shen Tang sneered, "Revenge, and make a fortune while I'm at it!"

(End of this chapter)