"I'll do it myself," Xu Ran said, tilting his head to watch Ah Rou's plump and shapely behind as she sat at the head of the bed, feeding him the medicine. Xu Ran felt odd about it. How come it felt like he and Ah Rou were in a relationship, even though they had just met?
"Let me do it. You're injured, Young Master; you should rest well," Ah Rou insisted, still gently feeding Xu Ran the medicine. Xu Ran didn't even know where Ah Rou had obtained the medicinal herbs, but after drinking them, he could feel their powerful effects. The only problem was that Xu Ran hadn't been injured in the first place; his wounded appearance was all an act.
Now, Xu Ran didn't know what to do about the situation, which seemed a bit strange. For now, he decided just to take things one step at a time.
However, Xu Ran thought, since Green Sister had revived Ah Rou's body, wouldn't the newly remodeled body be that of a virgin again?
Tch!
What did it matter to him whether she was a virgin or not?
Even though he tried to control his thoughts, the idea had infiltrated his mind and would not leave. He couldn't help but be moved by Ah Rou's graceful figure, her gentle and tranquil nature, and her clean and blemish-free body.
"Forget it. I've tried my best to restrain myself. But Ah Rou before me is just too tempting. Moreover, if Ah Rou takes a liking to me and pursues me first, then it's completely not my fault. Even if Xiaowu were to question me, I wouldn't be at fault; it was the lady who made the first move!" Xu Ran struggled internally for quite a while before finally deciding to accept the fact that he was indeed a lecher.
Not to pursue such a beautiful woman would be like inviting the wrath of the heavens!
Moreover, Ah Rou before him was a virgin, clean and pure.
"Huh? Wouldn't this mean I could ask Green Sister to 'restore' Dong'er as well? Wouldn't that be delightful?"
"And in the future, if anything were to become less than perfect, I could ask Green Sister for help."
"I dearly love my Green Sister!"
In a moment, Xu Ran thought of many possibilities, all of which would soon be put into practice. If the Life Goddess could resurrect the dead and mend their bones, wouldn't repair work be a breeze for her? Wouldn't all his wives stay pristine and pure then?
Despite what may have happened, they would be restored by the Life Goddess, turning back into maidens.
Hss!
Such a terrifying thought!
"Young Master, what are you thinking about?" Seeing Xu Ran lost in thought, Ah Rou smiled slightly. For some reason, she really enjoyed this feeling; it was very cozy. In the room, it was just the two of them, and although they weren't doing anything grand, it made her feel warm inside, very content.
This was probably what it felt like to fall in love with someone.
Being with the person one loves, feeding them medicine—one wouldn't normally be able to experience such happiness.
Now she felt that Xu Ran was the person she loved the most. Although she and Xu Ran were but strangers who met by chance, she knew what it felt like to love someone. Perhaps this was what they call love at first sight. She had only seen him once, yet her heart had followed him.
"I was thinking of you. Thinking how such a beautiful woman like yourself ended up here. Even in the human world, it's rare to see someone as beautiful as you," Xu Ran praised sincerely. Ah Rou's appearance was indeed extraordinary; even compared to Bi Bidong and Tang Yuehua, she was not inferior, each having their own unique charm.
"Really? Young Master thinks I'm very beautiful?" Flattered by Xu Ran's praise, Ah Rou's face turned red, and her heart raced. She had received her share of compliments in the past. No woman disliked being told she was beautiful. But when others complimented her, she would at most just feel happy about it.
Xiaowu felt her heart flutter and a particular sweetness filled her heart when Xu Ran complimented her.
Suddenly, Ah Rou felt that she had value. Though she was a soul beast from the Aquipeia Forest and lived among a group of soul beasts with different interests, how could she have met Xu Ran if things had not been so?
Had she now finally tasted the sweetness following hardship?
"Of course. You are the most beautiful woman I have ever seen," Xu Ran continued, his intense gaze resting upon Ah Rou. How could anyone withstand such a beautiful and gentle big sister who also liked to be shy?
"Oh," Ah Rou's face reddened even more, her body turned hot, and a strange fragrance began to waft from her.
She couldn't help but sneak glances at Xu Ran, looking at his distinguished appearance felt like the greatest happiness.
"Young master, I am actually a soul beast from the Aquipeia Forest," Ah Rou said, beginning to feel nervous. She didn't know if Xu Ran would have any requirements regarding species. Her heart wavered.
Although she had feelings for Xu Ran, she didn't know how he felt about her.
Would Young Master Xu Ran like her?
Her liking Young Master Xu Ran was one-sided, but how could he possibly have love at first sight for her too? The probability was too low.
Moreover, if Xu Ran was human, how could they possibly be together? Even if she was willing, could Xu Ran be willing? The relationship between humans and soul beasts was so poor, they were mortal enemies!
Ah Rou's hands were clasped together, her tender hands clenched tightly, her beautiful eyes unblinkingly gazed at Xu Ran. She was afraid that Xu Ran would mind her identity. She could fabricate another identity, but she didn't want to deceive Xu Ran.
"No matter who you are, you are my lifesaver."
"In my heart, there's only a distinction between good and evil, not between humans and soul beasts. It would be nice if humans and soul beasts could live together in peace," Xu Ran said gently, what he was indeed striving to achieve.
He felt that if humans and high-ranking soul beasts could have a relationship like summoners and their contracted spirit beasts, that would be perfect.
"Young master, you don't mind my identity? You aren't afraid of me?"
Ah Rou was somewhat stunned; she thought the man in front of her was like an angel from afar. Normal people would probably be scared and anxious if they knew she was a soul beast, but Xu Ran seemed so calm and collected, as if her identity didn't bother him at all.
"Even if you are a soul beast, you are a kind soul beast. Why should I be afraid of a soul beast with a kind heart?" Xu Ran said with a smile.
"Young master, you're truly kind," Ah Rou smiled softly, feeling a deeper affection for Xu Ran. Talking with Xu Ran gave her a feeling like being bathed in a spring breeze; she felt no pressure at all. This feeling was very relaxing.
"What's there to be good about me? It's you who have been taking care of me all along," Xu Ran said, reaching out to hold Ah Rou's small hand in his palm.
Ah Rou did not resist and let Xu Ran hold her hand. Feeling the warmth from Xu Ran's palm, her heartbeat quickened, and her heart fluttered like a little deer.
Previously, she was just smitten by Xu Ran's appearance, but now she truly liked this gentleman Xu Ran, gentle and refined. Xu Ran had no species prejudice and was different from any human she had met before.