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“Girl, what do you think... how am I going to get rid of my single status tonight?”
Upon hearing this, Xia Muxin's hand trembled as she quickly stuffed the banknotes into her pocket. She glanced warily at Shen Muhan, her lips twitching slightly, and then feigned ignorance, saying,
“Uncle, what do you mean by getting rid of single status?”
Seriously, was he that sensitive? She had only been joking around, yet he took it to heart and was now asking her with a contented expression.
When they returned, Shen Muhan hadn’t driven; instead, a shadow had emerged from somewhere and pulled Xia Muxin into the carriage.
At this moment, the sun was setting. Although it was still hot in early October, the mornings and evenings were cool. A gentle breeze wafted through the car window and curtains, causing Xia Muxin to shiver slightly. Was this guy so eager to pull her into the carriage just for this?
Shen Muhan's gaze was fixed on her, making Xia Muxin feel uneasy. Suddenly, he reached out with his long arm and pulled her into his embrace, leaning in close to tease her,
“That’s something you need to answer.”
“......”
By the time they got home, it was already dark. Xia Muxin felt overwhelmed by his advances. Before Shen Muhan could make another move, she angrily jumped down from the carriage and hurriedly grabbed some clothes before heading straight to the bathroom. When she came out, she saw Shen Muhan reading a book under the oil lamp. She tiptoed not to disturb him as she entered the room.
Once the door was closed behind her, Shen Muhan lifted his head from the book and stared at the closed door for a good while before finally taking his clothes and heading to the bathroom.
In the blink of an eye, over a month had passed.
“Python Brother, in just two months we’ll have a new house to live in! I’ve designed a very unique little room for you. Please don’t stay mad at me; I didn’t mean to neglect you.”
At a location on Daimiao Mountain, taking advantage of Shen Muhan's absence for the day, Xia Muxin decided to visit the mountain alone. Her first stop was to see the Golden Python, which she hadn't seen in months. However, the Golden Python did not greet her with the same excitement as before; instead, it turned its head away, seemingly upset with her.
Xia Muxin approached it with a flattering demeanor and sat beside its massive body, pouting as she spoke.
The term "Python Brother" seemed to please the creature, and in an instant, the Golden Python lowered its head and rubbed against her shoulder.
"Python Brother, you've put on weight. Can you still move around?"
Xia Muxin leaned against its large form, enjoying the moment as her small hand stroked its back. Suddenly, her eyes lit up as she gazed at the bewildered Golden Python for a long time before teasingly saying something.
The Golden Python appeared to understand her words and angrily flicked its tail while turning its head to one side. Xia Muxin thought it was angry again and felt that this creature was just as petty as Shen Muhan. She couldn't help but feel a mix of amusement and exasperation.
Little did she know that the Golden Python was actually looking towards a thicket in a certain direction. During this time, they had been feeding it like a pig, saying that it needed to gain weight as instructed from above. It realized that being fat meant it wouldn't look as handsome anymore...
"Python Brother, don't be disheartened! Losing weight is easy. Tomorrow, I'll have my uncle find you a good diet plan. I promise you'll lose your appetite for Game Meat and keep your perfect figure to attract admirers."
Seeing the Golden Python turn its head and lower its large eyes again made Xia Muxin think she had hurt its feelings with her words. She quickly patted its back gently and offered some comfort.
She wasn't sure if the Golden Python could fully understand her words, but every movement it made, every expression and glance seemed so natural. It responded to her without her needing to say anything, leaving Xia Muxin both puzzled and amazed.
At the same time, a thought crossed her mind: what if one day the Golden Python turned into a little boy...?
Since today was purely about visiting the Golden Python, Xia Muxin didn't wander off elsewhere but stayed by its side. She chatted on about trivial matters while the Golden Python simply allowed her to lean against its massive body. Eventually, as she continued talking, her eyelids grew heavy, and she fell asleep right there.
When she awoke again, it was already noon.
Drowsy and still half-asleep, Xia Muxin blinked up at the sky. Suddenly startled awake by a jolt, she looked up at the bright sun overhead and noticed that the Golden Python also seemed groggy from sleep as it looked back at her. She gave it a gentle pat on its back:
"Python Brother, it's getting late, I need to head back. Wait for my good news, okay? The weather is getting colder, so take care of yourself. I'll come back to see you when I have time."
Xia Muxin gave Golden Python a long list of reminders before getting up and running away.
However, since she had been idle today and wanted to avoid being seen by the villagers, she took Golden Python far into the deep mountains. This was also her first time here, and it would take some time to run back. As she ran, she soon lost the energy she had earlier and began to walk slowly.
After walking a few miles, her legs felt sore and her stomach was a bit hungry. This season was the best time for wild fruits to grow, and curiosity got the better of Xia Muxin as she slowed down and looked around.
Suddenly, a strange sound caught her attention. Xia Muxin swallowed hard and focused her gaze on the source of the noise. When she saw it, she nearly collapsed in shock.
Tigers...
One, two, three...
How did she not know that there were tigers in Daimiao Mountain? And not just one, but three of them!
Oh no, wasn't she going to be torn apart?
Xia Muxin tried her best to make herself invisible and hid behind a tree. However, those tigers seemed to have sensed her presence already; they raised their heads and let out excited roars as they approached her with claws bared.
They walked slowly, as if savoring the fear on Xia Muxin's face. She took small steps backward, panic flashing in her eyes as she looked at the tigers with a hint of dread.
The three tigers were massive; each step they took felt like an earthquake.
Xia Muxin bit her lip and pressed her hands against the tree trunk beside her. Suddenly, a sharp pain shot through her hand as something fell from her grip and landed on the ground with a soft thud.
Following the sound of the fallen object, Xia Muxin's eyes brightened as she looked up at the towering tree beside her, letting out a silent cry in despair.
This is the Chestnut Tree...
Why did they let her see it now, after hiding it from her for so long?
Sobbing... she truly felt like crying without tears.
Suddenly, a whistle-like sound pierced the air. She saw several tigers scratching the ground with their sharp claws, their bodies crouched low, and their three pairs of eyes, as large as bronze bells, gleamed with a chilling and bloodthirsty light.
At that moment, Xia Muxin realized that these tigers were fake; the real danger was that someone wanted to put her to death. Thinking of this, she could no longer care about anything else. She grabbed the tree trunk with both hands and pushed herself up with her feet.
Fortunately, some of the skills she had learned in her past life were not completely forgotten. Although climbing was somewhat strenuous, she was still making her way upward.
Seeing her suddenly climb the tree, the tigers let out a roar and lunged at her.
Xia Muxin pulled out a small curved knife she always carried and plunged it fiercely into the tree trunk, trying to give herself some support to avoid falling.
"Python Brother, help me..."
With one hand supporting herself with the knife, she shouted at the top of her lungs.
The tiger, however, was relentless. It stretched its claws and let out an angry roar as it desperately tried to claw at Xia Muxin's feet.
At this moment, Xia Muxin resembled a great bear, her limbs hanging from the thick tree trunk. She was drenched in sweat but dared not relax for even a moment.
She wanted to climb higher, but she simply lacked the strength. Beads of sweat rolled down her face as she gasped for breath, glaring coldly at the three tigers baring their teeth and claws, yet she dared not make any sudden movements.
Suddenly, one tiger threw its head back and roared before stretching its front paws forward, baring its fangs as it gathered all its strength to pounce at the tree trunk.
Xia Muxin was so frightened that her palms were sweaty. She stepped up again, moving a few centimeters, but as she did, the tiger's claw caught her, causing one of her cloth shoes to fall to the ground. Bai Xi's instep also bore several bloody scratches.
A sharp pain shot through her body, making Xia Muxin gasp. Blood flowed from her instep like a stream.
"Brother, hurry up! If someone finds us, we won't be able to escape."
While Xia Muxin was engaged in a fierce battle with the tiger, not far away, two figures stood leisurely beside a haystack, watching with great interest.
The woman wore a peach-pink autumn outfit, a sinister smile curling at the corners of her mouth as she spoke to the man beside her.
The man was tall and somewhat handsome, with cold fox-like eyes that glimmered with a hint of red. He licked his lips without even glancing at the woman next to him, simply raising his fingers to his mouth. Instantly, a strange sound echoed.
The woman's smile turned wicked as she stepped back a few paces and covered her ears.
Xia Muxin felt her limbs suddenly lose control; her entire body became stiff as if made of wood, and she began to slide downwards.
"Damn it! If you have the guts, come out and face me! Hiding in the shadows because you're too ugly to be seen? No wonder you raise such ferocious beasts to harm others."
Though Xia Muxin's limbs were under control, her mind remained clear. With her last breath, she spoke to Yang Sheng.
- End of Chapter -
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