The Villainess Wants a Divorce:Beast Husbands Regret It to Tears-Chapter 81: She Is Mine—No Trespassing

Gideon Larkin stood aside, his eyes wide open, completely dumbfounded.

His lips were slightly parted, unable to speak for a long time, only feeling a sudden shock in his heart.

Seraphina Caldwell finally put down the branch in her hand.

She raised her hand to gently stroke the black spots on her face, feeling slightly sticky.

She turned to look at Gideon Larkin, her voice calm with a hint of amusement.

"Do I... look ugly now?"

Gideon Larkin continued to stare at her face, his gaze complex.

His brow furrowed tightly, almost like it was tied in knots.

"Why paint this stuff?"

He finally spoke, his voice hoarse.

"Looks awful."

Listening to his unreservedly disdainful tone, Seraphina Caldwell did not get angry; instead, she let out a light laugh.

"Ugly is good."

She spoke honestly, her eyes bright.

"Being ugly brings less trouble."

She knew Gideon Larkin too well.

This man couldn’t hide his emotions; everything on his mind showed on his face.

But his strong reaction now proved her disguise was convincing enough.

The effect was even better than she had expected.

Gideon Larkin was stunned for a long while, repeatedly scanning the black spots on her face.

The more he looked, the more he realized those marks were naturally distributed, with varying shades, not looking like they were temporarily painted.

After some time, he gradually understood her true intention behind doing this.

Seraphina Caldwell being targeted by Silas Shaw in the Eagle Clan was precisely because she was too exceptional, wasn’t it?

If it were the Leopard Clan, Caden Cross would truly choose a mate for her.

With her original stunning face, who knew how many males would covet, compete for her?

Constant disputes would arise, bringing even more trouble.

But now... this was much more convenient.

Except... even he himself could no longer see her true appearance.

For an instant, Gideon Larkin’s heart was filled with an indescribable emptiness.

He finally nodded silently, his voice low.

"Then... let’s go."

Gideon Larkin had just carried Seraphina Caldwell to the entrance of the Leopard Clan Village.

Several tall and burly beastfolk immediately surrounded them.

Their bodies were muscular and taut, shoulders carrying stone axes, nostrils flaring.

The air instantly grew tense.

Gideon Larkin’s eyes turned cold; he swiftly concealed his aura, then, under many watchful eyes, transformed back into human form.

He acted decisively, reaching out to scoop Seraphina Caldwell from his back, tightly holding her in his arms.

In this Primal Age, a male openly holding his Female Master was not only a symbol of status but also a declaration.

She is mine, not to be violated.

Seraphina Caldwell did not struggle, nor did she voice any objection.

She knew that Gideon Larkin had always been eager to rid himself of her to regain his freedom.

But now, in this unfamiliar and dangerous tribe, he was her reliance.

So, even if it was only a temporary dependence, she had to cling tightly.

"We’re looking for the Clan Leader."

Gideon Larkin said in a deep voice to the patrolling beastfolk.

The beastfolk stopped, their gazes wary as they scrutinized Seraphina Caldwell in Gideon Larkin’s arms.

One of them reached for the bone knife at his waist, asked low and gruffly, "Who are you? What are you doing in the Leopard Clan Village?"

Seraphina Caldwell felt tense under their gaze.

Gideon Larkin stood steadfastly, tightened his grip to protect her even more thoroughly.

"We’re here to find someone, with urgent matters for the Clan Leader."

The patrolling beastfolk exchanged glances, until one of them stepped forward, carefully sizing up Seraphina Caldwell.

Seeing her face covered in dense black spots, skin mottled, her appearance was indeed not pleasing.

He glanced at Gideon Larkin holding her.

He was a tall, steady male.

One of them nodded, his tone slightly more conciliatory.

"The Clan Leader is in a meeting; wait here, I’ll inform him."

With that, he turned and quickly ran into the depths of the village.

The remaining three stayed at the entrance, hands never far from their weapons.

Soon enough, footsteps approached from within the village.

Everyone looked up to see a male even more robust than the beastfolk walking toward them.

He was tall and straight, shoulders broad and waist narrow; his walk was imposing.

The most striking thing was the deep-blue Beast Ring on his arm.

Its material was neither jade nor stone, emitting a cold luster.

He was unbonded, with a few strands of black hair hanging over his forehead.

His features were distinct, nose prominent, lips clearly defined, his slanted eyes deep as tranquil pools.

His gaze slowly scanned everyone, pausing slightly when it landed on Seraphina Caldwell.

"I am the Leopard Clan Leader, Caspian Sterling."

His eyes lingered on Seraphina Caldwell’s face, scrutinizing slowly.

This face shouldn’t have been unattractive.

Distinct brows, deep eye sockets, a straight nose.

If it weren’t for these pervasive black spots, she would certainly be a striking female.

But those spots covered too much, spreading from her cheeks to her neck.

Seraphina Caldwell had never seen such a young clan leader before, inevitably feeling a bit of awe.

She quickly jumped lightly from Gideon Larkin’s embrace, almost unsteady as her feet touched the ground.

But she tried to stand upright and bowed her head respectfully, saying: "Patriarch Sutton, my name is Seraphina Caldwell... I want to ask if my father, Caden Cross, has been here?"

"Caden Cross?"

Upon hearing this name, Caspian Sterling’s expression instantly froze.

His pupils narrowed slightly, his demeanor immediately becoming grave.

He did not answer immediately but paused for a few seconds; his gaze settled heavily on Seraphina Caldwell’s face.

The surrounding air seemed to stagnate, even the wind ceased.

Eventually, he slowly began to speak.

"Are you his daughter?"

Seraphina Caldwell quickly nodded, a flicker of hope in her eyes.

"Yes, I am his daughter. Did... did he really come here?"

Caspian Sterling nodded slightly: "Indeed he came, but he left two days ago."

"Left?"

Seraphina Caldwell’s heart suddenly tightened, the hope she had sparked was like being snuffed out by a cold chill.

She had thought that finding the Leopard Clan would mean meeting her father, Caden Cross.

At least she could say a few words to him, learn of his current condition.

But unexpectedly, she was still a step late.

However, she quickly took a deep breath, suppressing the moisture in her eyes, lifting her head again.

"Then... do you know where he went? Did he say where he’d go?"

Caspian Sterling shook his head, his expression calm.

"He didn’t say, only mentioned he was visiting other villages to gather information. He left in a hurry, leaving no detailed itinerary."

Seraphina Caldwell clenched her fists tightly.

She struggled to suppress her disappointment and anxiety, lifting her head to meet Caspian Sterling’s gaze. 𝘧𝓇ℯ𝑒𝓌𝑒𝑏𝓃𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘭.𝒸ℴ𝓂

"Since you don’t know either, I’ll have to search for him."

After she spoke, she looked up at the sky.

The sunset was slowly sinking behind the mountains, its afterglow tinting the sky a deep orange-red.

"It’s getting dark, traveling at night isn’t safe."

She turned back, her voice softened with a touch of pleading.

"Could we stay here for one night? Once my other Beast Husband arrives, we’ll leave immediately, and won’t cause any trouble, alright?"

Her tone was gentle, attitude respectful.

Caspian Sterling quietly watched her, his gaze holding an added measure of scrutiny.

It was the first time he had seen such a well-mannered female.

Not flaunting, not impulsive, speaking with control, poised in her actions.

If it weren’t for those spots on her face, with her bearing, what male wouldn’t vie for a bonding?

Which clan leader wouldn’t personally come forth to propose a union?