Chapter 179: Chapter 179: Reunion After a Long Separation
Wen Shu’s body suddenly soared into the air, and she unhesitatingly extended her sharp claws.
However, before she could make a move, the attacking male had already predicted her actions and quickly restrained her wrists.
His rough, cold hand also covered the lower half of her face.
"Mmm..."
Her back pressed against the icy giant tree, the tall figure before her blocked the moonlight overhead, enveloping her completely in his embrace.
In the narrow space, only the deliberately softened breath of the male could be heard.
"It’s me."
A low and chilly voice rigidly reached her ears.
Wen Shu paused her movement to bend her knees, slowly raised her eyes, and met a pair of slightly contracted, deep green eyes.
Mious?
She held her breath, the corners of her eyes lifting briefly, her gaze tracing over his stern and resolute features hidden in the shadow, inwardly relieved he was unharmed.
Upon clearly seeing his neatly trimmed hair and the elegant, noble City Lord attire, she understood his current status was extraordinary, and he was doing well.
Indeed, everything about him aligned perfectly with her initial concerns...
The desire to embrace him quietly froze.
Wen Shu slowed her breathing, feeling as though her heart was tightly clenched and then suddenly released, leaving a lingering soreness that stung her nose.
Her expression remained unchanged as the corners of her eyes slightly curved, her wrist subtly tugged, indicating he could let go.
Mious, seeing her looking calm without blaming him for being late, was momentarily stunned.
During this time, Beast City had suffered significant damage, forcing him to stay behind and plan for the Beastmen’s survival.
He endured torment, worrying day and night that Ashu might not forgive him for breaking his promise upon their next meeting.
But her reaction was entirely opposite to what he imagined, too indifferent...
So indifferent, it was as if she didn’t care at all.
Mious’s agitated heartbeat held some urgency, staring into her eyes, desperately hoping to see even a trace of emotion.
Wen Shu furrowed her brow, not understanding what he was looking at.
The tree bark was very rough, and the friction against her hand was quite uncomfortable.
"Ashu, you..."
She forcefully struggled against his grip but was held even tighter. Mious leaned in with a strange expression, his cool breath coming towards her.
Wen Shu turned her face away, feeling the firm chest in front of her slowly press tightly against her, leaving her stunned.
Didn’t he choose Beast City?
Wen Shu pursed her lips in annoyance; she understood his ambitions and respected his decisions, but what was he doing?
She broke free from the hand beside her face, kneeing him in the hard abdomen to warn him when a faint conversation suddenly rose from below the tree.
Wen Shu cast a cold glance at Mious, seeing his expression stiff and frozen, ears pricked up to listen.
In the silence of the dense forest, an exasperated young voice drew closer, "Where did they go! How come they’re gone?"
"Enough! How are you certain it’s that female?"
The stern middle-aged male said coldly, "I know you want to make a contribution, but if you’re lying and wasting my time..."
"No, I’m not! I really saw her face last night!" The young male’s voice trembled, "If you don’t believe me, you can ask my brother!"
The forest was silent for a few seconds.
A mature, cool voice slowly sounded, "Father, he’s telling the truth, it was indeed Nan’s female, exactly like the one seen in Yasen City."
Their attitude was humble, the middle-aged male’s anger subsided and he continued to search forward, his tone slightly softened.
"Once you catch her, bring her to break the contract; she came with Queen Niss, don’t cause any complications."
"Got it, Father, Nan has no feelings for her now; capturing her is useless..."
As the voices faded into the distance, the three figures disappeared into the depths of the dense forest.
Wen Shu’s eyes lowered in worry.
It’s indeed related to Nan, no wonder he had to act last night, but now that he knows the truth, will he do something dangerous?
Her thoughts were chaotic, a patch of coldness suddenly pressed upon her swollen belly, Mious holding her arm, surprised, "Ashu, you’re... you’re pregnant?"
Wen Shu didn’t ignore the anticipation in his voice, but she felt deeply conflicted, unsure how to respond to him.
Meeting his flickering green eyes, she broke free from the restraint, seeing he wanted to block her again, she felt a touch of irritability, "It has nothing to do with you."
With that, she leaped away and walked towards the outskirts of the Holy Land where the bonfire burned.
She hadn’t gone far when she felt some regret for her recent loss of composure.
Indeed, she had emotions.
But if she’s seen as venting, Mious might again try to change his decisions for her, then waver between Beast City and her.
She didn’t want to expend her energy in such circumstances.
The three days of waiting in the dense forest were already torment enough...
Footsteps sounded behind her, she quickened her pace, and before Mious caught up, she rounded the fire pile and into Wu Xuan’s embrace.
The warm embrace wiped away the cold surrounding her, she took a deep breath, clearly feeling comforted, yet her tear ducts seemed instantly pressed, causing a bitter ache.
Feeling the warmth on her chest, Wu Xuan detected something amiss, hugging her tightly, his brows knitted, "Ashu, what happened?"
As his voice sounded, an anxious call suddenly came from behind, "Ashu, wait for me!"
Wu Xuan turned his head, seeing Mious running over pale-eyed, in panic and helplessness. His gaze turned a few shades cooler.
He still remembered to come find Ashu?
Seeing his noble and elegant attire, he must have been living well, so why come back now?
Before forming a mate bond, Ashu had already said she’d support whatever choice they made.
It was they who vowed and made promises, yet Ashu alone waited in the torrential rain for three whole days.
He had never seen her so sad and never wanted to let her show that heart-wrenching look again.
But now, she was hiding in his arms crying!
The hand resting against his chest was icy cold, Wu Xuan’s heart felt heavy, unable to suppress his anger, "Mious, no, I should call you City Lord. Why? Remember you still have a female, planning to come break the contract so you can return and live peacefully?"
Having spent a long time with Luo Fei, he had become somewhat adept at sarcasm.
Mious looked visibly distressed, completely ignoring Wu Xuan.
"Ashu, listen to my explanation..."
He wanted to approach Wen Shu, but a thick branch suddenly shot out from the side, rudely blocking him.
"Isn’t that Mious?"
Carrying firewood, Luo Fei heard Wu Xuan’s words clearly, malicious ideas spinning in his mind, and a smirk crossed his lips.
Why hadn’t he thought of it before? Forming a mate bond could be undone?
Raising his brow, Luo Fei said, "I’d say Alentia is indeed too far from here. You, as a City Lord, surely cannot leave Beast City, right, Ashu..."
He looked down at Wen Shu, seeing her still motionless in Wu Xuan’s arms, his heart ached.
If you hurt the female’s feelings, you deserve to break the contract!
Standing in front of Wu Xuan, Luo Fei fully blocked Mious’s prying eyes, "Bain City has the Holy Temple; just in time for breaking the contract after the celebration, truly befitting a City Lord, all planned ahead..."
Being blocked repeatedly, Mious clenched his jaw, but Wen Shu did not stop them, instantly understanding she felt the same way.
If he let these two continue speaking, Ashu probably would never listen to his explanation!
