Chapter 11: Pushed Down Again

Rather than a prisoner or a tool for venting lust, she felt more like…

Xing Lian blushed just thinking about it.

But was that really the case? 

Maybe she was being over-sentimental.

Xing Lian suppressed her chaotic thoughts, and her face regained its initial calmness.

***

Fei was a Six-tailed Demon Fox who had grown up in the Jungle. 

She did not care about material possessions; as long as she had a place to lie down, it was enough.

However, since the little one had arrived, the situation had become different.

The girl was frail with delicate skin. 

How could such a precious little person live in a rough Mountain Cave?

Fei did not want to leave the Jungle, so she could only try her best to decorate this place. 

Adding furniture was merely the first step in her plan.

The jagged edges and corners of the Mountain Cave had to be leveled, stone rooms needed to be carved out, and soft blankets had to be spread everywhere. 

This way, even if the little one could not see and accidentally tripped, it would not hurt.

With many things on her mind, the sun moved directly overhead. 

Fei glanced up and felt it was about time, so she hurried to prepare a meal for the little one.

Xing Lian was led out of the Mountain Cave to enjoy today’s lunch.

They had been eating nothing but mushrooms for the past few days, but today was different.

Xing Lian’s small nose twitched as she caught the scent of meat.

“Today’s lunch is mushroom and meat soup, along with grilled fish. I made them with great care, so you must eat more.” Fei spoke as she ladled the soup and placed it on the stone table.

The soup was incredibly fragrant, its color as clear as amber with golden droplets of oil floating on the surface, looking extremely enticing.

The sliced mushrooms were soaked in broth, and the golden, oily chunks of meat continuously released a rich aroma that made Xing Lian gulp involuntarily.

‘So fragrant!’

A glimmer of eagerness appeared in Xing Lian’s eyes, and she could not wait to dig in.

However, she did not move her own hands. 

Instead, she glanced to the side with her emerald-green eyes.

She was hungry and wanted to eat. 

Why wasn’t the woman feeding her already!?

Xing Lian knew the other would not allow her to do it herself, so she could only urge her with a look.

Fei understood her meaning, and the corners of her mouth curled up slightly as she offered a spoonful of soup.

The broth was delicious. 

The savory flavor spread as soon as it entered her mouth. 

It was neither too salty nor too bland; the beast meat was tender, and the mushrooms were fresh and rich.

After a few sips of soup, her body felt warm and cozy. 

This was much better than instant noodles.

Xing Lian enjoyed the delicacy, an involuntary smile appearing on the corners of her mouth.

Looking at Xing Lian’s smile, Fei felt as if her heart were melting.

Although she had seen it a few times now, every time she saw that smile, her heart would inevitably race, giving her the urge to push her down.

Previously, hindered by the girl’s health, she could only choose to endure. 

Now that several days had passed and she had mostly recovered, it should be fine, right?

Thinking this, Fei saw the soup bowl was empty and served her another one.

“Little one, drink more. Meat soup is very nourishing for the body.”

“Mm.”

Because of the delicious food in front of her, Xing Lian rarely showed a pleasant face.

Xing Lian drank two small bowls of soup and ate a fragrant grilled fish.

Besides the main meal, Fei also prepared a dessert—a plate of sweet and sour berries that were only the size of a finger.

Such a sumptuous lunch made Xing Lian very happy, but her mood soon soured.

Seeing Xing Lian finish, Fei cleared the dishes and then carried her into the Mountain Cave.

Xing Lian did not mind at first because that was what she usually did, but today was different.

After placing her on the bed, Fei actually got on as well and whispered into her ear.

“The injury on your foot is mostly healed, and you aren’t stumbling anymore when you walk. I suppose your body is completely recovered.”

“Mm, it’s indeed better.”

Xing Lian had not reacted yet and nodded foolishly.

“Since you’re better, then we can do it, right?”

‘Do what?’

Xing Lian looked blank, not understanding what she was saying, but she understood in the next second.

Fei lowered her head and bit her lip.

“Mmph… You…”

Only then did Xing Lian realize the other wanted to push her down, and she scrambled to resist in a panic.

But even if her body was healed, her weak strength was no match for the other at all.

***

When Xing Lian regained consciousness, 3 hours had passed.

Xing Lian opened her eyes dizzily, and thinking about the reason she had fainted, she wanted to die of shame.

‘How embarrassing! Truly too embarrassing!’

Fainting because of that kind of thing was really beyond words!

But she could not be blamed. 

She was naturally weak; it was all the other person’s fault.

Xing Lian resentfully punched the person beside her.

“Hey, little one, why are you hitting me?”

Xing Lian’s small fist had no strength at all, but Fei still gave her the face of crying out in pain.

‘Hitting you? I want to beat you up!’ Xing Lian cursed inwardly, biting her lip.

Being forced and bullied again made Xing Lian feel angry, but besides anger, she actually did not feel a trace of humiliation or pain.