The hazy moonlight poured down, and the starlight slowly flowed across the deep blue night sky. As the night wind grew cooler, the sounds of insects and birds gradually ceased, and the whole world seemed to fall into a quiet slumber.

The attendants outside the hall all yawned sleepily. The fatigue from several days of battle swept over them, and they leaned against the corners, almost falling asleep, unaware of the fervent scene unfolding inside the palace.

Lu Xiao’s kiss.

It was like a torrential rain pouring down on a parched river, falling densely, a dam breaking after the utmost suppression, coming with a rush and losing control.

Shen Tang passively endured the man’s kisses, instinctively wrapping her arms around his neck, only to feel as if her breath was being entirely taken away.

The air became damp and sticky.

Only after a long while did the entangled waves turn gentle.

Lu Xiao released Shen Tang, looking down at her blushing, dewy lips and her eyes, misty with tears, gently stroking them with his rough fingertips, "Tangtang..."

His voice was low and hoarse, carrying a hint of suppressed desire.

The deep, magnetic voice was like rough fingers softly stroking her ears. Although it was merely a simple whisper, it made Shen Tang’s body feel a charmed, tingling sensation, wishing she could collapse onto him!

Yet the man did not continue, taking a deep breath, adjusting her clothes and hair, and then, holding her in his arms on the bed, prepared to get up and turn off the light.

Shen Tang hurriedly grasped his hand, glanced down with a complex expression, pouting a bit aggrievedly, "Ah Xiao, do you not like me anymore?"

He ruffled her hair, saying helplessly, "I love you."

How could he not love her?

He loved her to his very core; before meeting her, he had never thought he would fall in love with anyone.

Because he loved her so much, cherished her so dearly, he couldn’t bring himself to act recklessly and out of control, preferring to restrain his desires, presenting her with the most gentle and perfect side of himself.

He couldn’t bear to see her uncomfortable, nor let her endure any risk.

He coaxed like speaking to a child, "There’s still a risk now. Wait a while, and whatever you want, I’ll give it to you, okay?"

Shen Tang also realized his concern, secretly giggled in her heart, then opened her arms towards him, "Then hold me, okay~"

The tall, burly man humbly bent down, gently embracing her, letting her head rest against his waist and abdomen.

Obviously, Shen Tang was quite tall, yet it seemed like she was entirely enveloped by the man’s body; from a distance, only a pair of slender, jade-like arms were seen hooked around his waist.

She lightly tugged at his disheveled collar, pulling it down. Her soft lips placed a kiss on his hot earlobe, whispering, "...Forgot to tell you, my mating cycle has ended."

Bang!

Lu Xiao’s breathing abruptly stopped, and the veins on the arms wrapped around her waist popped up, his voice turning even more husky and deep, "Really?"

Shen Tang giggled, "If you don’t believe it, take a sniff. Could I deceive you?"

The Eagle Beast’s sense of smell isn’t very good, but Lu Xiao could always detect that sweet fragrance on Shen Tang. During the mating cycle, her scent became even richer and sweeter with a hint of blood. But now, the fragrance on her was indeed less sweet, turning light and fresh.

Lu Xiao’s Adam’s apple bobbed up and down, his gaze towards the female growing deeper, finally grasping her chin, lowering his head to kiss her lips once more.

This time, he did not hold back anymore, and Shen Tang only felt as if the man wished to consume her completely!

Shen Tang blushed intensely, closing her eyes, absorbed in feeling his plundering and giving.

The air in the hall became increasingly warm and intimate, while the wind chimes under the eaves made a crisp clattering sound.

The hazy moonlight secretly hid into the thick clouds, making the night even dimmer, only the faint warm glow emanated from within the palace, like a flame luring moths in the silent darkness.

Intertwined with the fire, burning everything, yet finding it sweet bliss.

The attendant leaning against the corner rubbed his eyes, hearing the commotion inside; how could the young, vigorous Beastman bear it, and his face turned red on the spot.

He never expected that this prince, usually so restrained and courteous, would be so...supposedly intense in private.

The intensity, could the female really endure it?

Fortunately, the monarch was powerful, otherwise, an ordinary female likely couldn’t withstand it!

The young attendant concocted images in his mind, couldn’t help swallowing, wanting to sneak closer to the window, to hear more clearly.

"Whoosh—"

Suddenly, a Wind Blade sliced through the air, brushing past his hair, barely missing his head, almost separating it from his body!

The attendant’s face turned pale with fright, realizing it was a warning from His Highness. He dared not think anymore and hurried away, stumbling as he left.

He bumped into the beastmen changing shifts and quickly made a shushing gesture, glancing inside with lingering fear.

"His Highness and Her Majesty are in high spirits; you mustn’t go and disturb them..."

The beastmen dared not approach again, patrolling only outside the palace gates.

Meanwhile, inside the bedchamber, Shen Tang’s cheeks were flushed, her thoughts already muddled. She noticed the man pause for a moment and said with some discontent, "Ah Xiao, what’s wrong?"

Lu Xiao’s bangs were damp with light sweat. He lowered his head to kiss her on the forehead, "It’s nothing, I saw wrong."

Hearing him say that, Shen Tang couldn’t be bothered to think more.

She truly didn’t spare any thought for other things.

Once the tide had calmed, Lu Xiao took her to the bathroom to bathe, gently massaging and washing her waist.

Shen Tang was too tired to even move a finger, lazily lying on the bathtub enjoying her partner’s service.

However, as they bathed, the temperature in the air began to rise again.

Her fair and delicate skin was covered with suggestive marks, especially around her waist and legs, leaving traces of their intimate time.

Lu Xiao’s gaze turned deep, and his hands, tenderly rubbing her body, became restless.

"Mmm～"

With a splash of water, Shen Tang was lifted out of the tub by Lu Xiao and pressed against the wall.

The cold wall, misted with droplets, made her shiver instantly.

Shen Tang’s eyes widened, looking up bewildered into the man’s deep, dangerous eyes, nervously swallowing, and instinctively glancing down, even more astonished.

He was still...

Lu Xiao’s appetite was greater than imagined!

He pressed her against the wall, his arm supporting her leg, his shoulder muscles bulging proudly.

His face remained as expressively gentle and restrained as ever, the handsome, deep features showing no emotion, but the veins on his arms bulged clearly, as the bathroom’s steam formed beads, sliding down the contours of his muscles.

Shen Tang trembled lightly, letting out a sob.

Lu Xiao’s fingers gently brushed through her hair, lowering his head to kiss her lips softly in silent comfort, showing no signs of stopping.

After an unknown amount of time, the female in his arms was utterly drained, limp as water in his embrace.

Lu Xiao lovingly kissed her lips, already swollen from kisses, wiped her clean, dried her hair, and retrieved a clean set of pajamas from the space to help her change, then carried the female back to the bedroom to rest.

They slept soundly, all the way till noon the next day.

When Shen Tang awoke, she still felt exhausted, her body sore and weak, with the sun already shining brightly outside.

She just wanted to get up, but paused, her expression turned odd, quickly casting a healing ability.

Luckily, she still had the healing ability, or she might have been utterly spent!

Damn, she always thought Lu Xiao appeared gentle and indifferent, with restraint in those matters, never greedy, but once he let go, he wasn’t inferior to other beast husbands.

All this time, she truly underestimated him!

No, she misjudged him!

Such a great deceiver!

Speak of Cao Cao, and there he was - Lu Xiao came over with food, "Hungry? Have something to eat."

Shen Tang originally harbored a bit of resentment, but the fragrant aroma of the food instantly dispelled her anger.

After finishing her meal, the Sky King sent someone to summon them, and after tidying up a bit, they went over.

Before they even reached the main hall, they could hear faint sounds of fighting from afar.

Shen Tang thought it was intruders, but upon closer look, realized that Tian Chen and Xing Ye were fiercely engaged in a battle!