Chapter 412: Zi Ji's Heart Stirs

"Zi Ji, from this moment on, you are his." Gu Yuena declared resolutely. In the Star Dou Forest, Gu Yuena was the absolute ruler, and no one dared defy her will.

Even if Gu Yuena demanded someone's death, they could only submit obediently.

It was akin to Rui Beast, who once desired a 100,000-year-old light-element soul beast. That soul beast had no choice but to flee, unable to muster even a thought of resistance.

After speaking, Gu Yuena cast a deep, meaningful glance at Qian Ran before transforming into a streak of silver light and vanishing.

Qian Ran hadn't anticipated that someone like Gu Yuena would be so curious about such matters.

His body defied logical explanation in too many ways.

As one of the wisest beings in the world, Gu Yuena couldn't help but feel perplexed after repeatedly witnessing the inexplicable when it came to Qian Ran.

Qian Ran knew that if he failed to gain Zi Ji's soul ring and soul bone after what was about to happen, Gu Yuena would likely be dissatisfied—or worse, disgusted.

Given her status, Gu Yuena couldn't tolerate deception.

"Oh well. It's not like I'm losing anything," Qian Ran thought to himself, shifting his gaze back to Zi Ji's alluring figure.

The legendary Hell Demon Dragon King was kneeling submissively before him, her mature charm mingled with an air of vulnerability. Though Gu Yuena had left, Zi Ji, out of fear, dared not rise from her position.

"You may stand now," Qian Ran said to her.

Zi Ji rose hesitantly.

She now understood Gu Yuena's intention—to have her accompany this man who might be the Golden Dragon King. Zi Ji had no objections.

Previously, her affections had been directed at Beast God Di Tian, the mightiest soul beast of the Star Dou Forest. As a fellow dragon, it was natural for her to admire him.

But things had changed.

To Zi Ji, Qian Ran seemed far stronger than Di Tian. Regardless of whether Qian Ran was truly the Golden Dragon King, his strength and the importance Gu Yuena placed on him were undeniable. Why else would she personally assign Zi Ji to him?

A Golden Dragon was far more exalted than a Black Dragon. Zi Ji wouldn't let this opportunity slip away.

"Put this on." Qian Ran handed Zi Ji a pair of purple stockings, a short skirt that barely reached her thighs, and a white blouse.

Qian Ran smiled as he stepped forward, wrapping his arms around her and guiding her silk-stockinged legs to straddle his lap.

Looking down at the blushing Zi Ji, whose long eyelashes fluttered nervously, Qian Ran couldn't resist the temptation of her glistening red lips. Even without makeup, they were irresistibly luscious, compelling him to lean in for a taste.

The moment their lips met, Zi Ji felt a jolt of electricity course through her body, reaching the depths of her soul.

The oppressive fear Gu Yuena had instilled dissipated, replaced by a deep sense of joy. Every cell in Zi Ji's body seemed to celebrate this newfound sensation.

Breathing in Qian Ran's scent, Zi Ji found herself enchanted.

For the first time, she realized how pleasurable such an intimate act could be with a man—perhaps only with this man.

In her long life, Zi Ji had never been truly captivated by anyone. Not Di Tian, not Bear Lord, not Scarlet King. As a ferocious beast, the necessity of passing on her bloodline had always felt like a duty rather than a desire.

Despite having lived for hundreds of thousands of years, Zi Ji had remained untouched. Now, her entire being trembled under Qian Ran's touch and kiss, leaving her limp in his arms.

Qian Ran's hands wandered further, unbuttoning her blouse and slipping beneath the fabric.

"Master Qian Ran…" Zi Ji murmured, her cheeks flushed a soft pink—a hue more beautiful than any makeup could produce. She looked like a shy lover, her expression radiant like a blooming spring peach blossom.

Zi Ji's feelings had changed.

Unlike humans, soul beasts didn't need long courtships or intricate emotional journeys to fall for someone. For them, the right moment and the right person were enough. Any lingering resistance she'd felt under Gu Yuena's coercion dissolved entirely under Qian Ran's touch.

Now, she even felt a sense of gratitude toward Gu Yuena.

Giving her first time to such an exceptional man didn't seem like a bad choice. If she were to bear offspring, wouldn't this man be the ideal partner to ensure the strength of her lineage?

"Master Qian Ran, Zi Ji wants…"

Breathless, Zi Ji whispered in his ear, her voice trembling as if under a spell.

Qian Ran, being experienced, had no trouble coaxing her to her limits. With just a few subtle touches, he had fully awakened Zi Ji's body and soul.

He smirked, gripping her slender waist tightly before pulling her into a rough embrace. With a casual motion, he conjured a sofa from his storage ring and tossed her onto it. Then, he pinned her firmly beneath him, leaving no room for escape.

"Zi Ji, will you regret this?"

He rested his forehead against hers, his warm breath fanning her face. Zi Ji's blush deepened at an almost visible pace.

"Zi Ji is willing to serve Master Qian Ran for life. Even without the Master's orders." Zi Ji tilted her head slightly, her lips brushing against his as a subtle fragrance wafted from her body.

Gazing at Qian Ran with infatuation, Zi Ji spoke earnestly.

She didn't understand how she had fallen for him so quickly, but did love require a reason?

For soul beasts, 99% of their existence was monotonous. For beings like Zi Ji, even sleeping was often just a way to pass the tedium. Experiencing such pleasure amidst her otherwise dull life was like stepping into paradise.

Normal men could never evoke such feelings in a woman. Qian Ran, with his innate vitality and overwhelming masculinity, was the exception.

…

Meanwhile, Gu Yuena, having unintentionally overheard the sounds of intimacy, couldn't help but glance toward Qian Ran and Zi Ji's direction.

"Damn it! I should've made them go somewhere else. My pristine Silver Dragon Palace has been tainted with impurity."

Yet what puzzled Gu Yuena the most was Zi Ji's demeanor.

Zi Ji, who had initially been forced into this situation, now showed no hint of reluctance. Instead, she looked like a woman deeply in love, as if she and Qian Ran had been long-time partners.

Could Qian Ran truly possess such charm, capable of making someone like Zi Ji fall for him instantly?

"Damn it. If you don't have that ability, you're dead." Gu Yuena's eyes flashed with silver light.

Even though she avoided looking directly at the scene, the occasional glimpses she caught were enough to unsettle her. For the first time in ages, her heart was no longer calm.

(Chapter Ends)