Transmigration:The Villain Wants A Happy End Without His BeastHusbands-Chapter 98: Why Seek Him Out?

"Are you aware," Ruifeng continued softly, "that there are more than two hundred beasts outside, all searching for you, Su Ningyan?"

Ningyan didn’t react.

No flicker of surprise crossed his face, no tightening of his expression. If anything, he looked almost bored. Tang Ruifeng studied him closely, clearly waiting for a crack.. something. When none came, curiosity sharpened his gaze.

He really was beautiful.

But not as beautiful as Meishan. And though there was mischief in his eyes, it wasn’t the same dangerous spark Yan Wuhen carried.

Ningyan frowned faintly.

Why the hell was he comparing them?

"Did Zihan set you up?" Ningyan asked abruptly. "Did she send you here to kill me?"

Tang Ruifeng laughed. "No. Not at all." He tilted his head, amused. "I’m just as surprised as you are. Imagine my shock, discovering that the beast so many wants dead is here in Water City, looking to get fucked."

Ningyan shot him a dry look. "A beast has his needs."

Ruifeng’s gaze darkened this time, unmistakably lustful. "Indeed."

Ningyan cocked his head, studying him with open curiosity. "So? Are you going to kill me? I’m standing right here."

"I want to," Ruifeng admitted easily. "Trust me." He stepped closer, leaning in until their noses nearly brushed.

Ningyan could feel it. One move, one calculated shift, and he could twist this entire situation. Make this peacock his accomplice. His shield. Maybe more.

Yet... he didn’t.

Ruifeng’s voice lowered. "But we can do much better than spilling blood."

"Does that end with you burying yourself inside me?" Ningyan asked lightly, amusement glinting in his eyes.

Ruifeng huffed a laugh. "No. Unfortunately not." He straightened slightly. "I came here for release. I was recently engaged.. to someone I don’t want. I thought I’d clear my head." His gaze lingered on Ningyan. "Then I found you. The one I’m supposed to kill." A slow smile curved his lips. "You’ve made my life far more interesting."

"So you’re an assassin," Ningyan said calmly. "And royalty, from the look of you."

"I am." Ruifeng didn’t deny it. "But I have too many older siblings. Even if I wanted the throne, it would never be mine."

"Then why aren’t you killing me?"

Ruifeng stepped back at last, the distance between them returning like a snapped thread. "Not today." His eyes flicked away. "If we meet again, I will." He paused. "And I’m not sure I can give you what you want tonight."

Ningyan’s eyes widened slightly.

What he wanted was painfully obvious.

Without another word, Tang Ruifeng turned and walked away.

"Wait." Ningyan called out immediately.

Tang Ruifeng stopped and turned. Ningyan offered him a slow smile.

"I don’t really understand what you mean," he said calmly, "or why you aren’t attacking me. But... thank you."

Tang Ruifeng chuckled softly. "Don’t thank me, Su Ningyan. I told you. I will kill you if we meet again."

With that, he turned and left the chamber.

Ningyan remained where he was, staring at the closed door, trying to piece together what the hell had just happened.

At least now he knew there were beasts out there hunting him.

Still, Tang Ruifeng hadn’t carried even an ounce of demonic energy. That alone unsettled him. If he wasn’t using a demon too, it meant he was strong.

Ningyan had to digest that someone far worse than Mei Ren was likely coming.

And more importantly, no one was going to swoop in and save him.

Without overthinking it, Ningyan grabbed his cloak and threw it over his shoulders. He seized the jar of wine and took a long drink from it as he strode out of the chamber. He found an open window, leapt through it, and landed lightly in the yard below.

He took another drink, then let out a deep, satisfied sigh before carefully setting the jar down. Pulling his cloak tighter, he activated his illusion mask into a wolf beastman and walked out of the establishment grounds, his steps unhurried as he headed toward the bridge.

^°°°^ 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

Meanwhile, at the heart of the Water City stood a massive clan manor.

Lan Meishan entered the main hall, dressed in flowing black-and-white robes. Glasses rested neatly on his face, his steps precise and elegant. His emerald serpent eyes gleamed faintly beneath the lantern light.

Seated upon the twin thrones was a woman clad in exquisite purple and white. Her hair was a soft, luminous shade of lilac, matching her eyes perfectly. Delicate purple fins adorned her ears. Servants stood at her sides, guards positioned carefully below the dais.

"Lan Meishan," she said warmly, rising to her feet. Her gown swayed as she smiled. "What a pleasant surprise."

Lan Meishan didn’t smile. He only inclined his head slightly.

"I apologize for coming here without prior notice."

"Why would you say that?" she replied lightly. "Just because Lan Yunlai has disowned you doesn’t mean your status as a great divine beast prince has vanished."

She descended the steps and stopped before him. His tall form towered over her, yet she appeared entirely at ease with the difference in size and presence.

"I know, Yishu." Meishan spoke without meeting her gaze. "I’ve been in Water City for some time now. I simply chose now to see you."

Yishu tilted her head, studying him. "We’ve been friends since childhood, Meishan. You don’t need to be so formal with me. I promise your arrival here will remain a complete secret."

Lan Meishan nodded. "Thank you. But that isn’t why I’m here."

"Then why are you?" she asked, curiosity sharpening her tone.

Meishan raised his hand. A parchment materialized in the air, glowing faintly green. Upon it was a vivid sketch of Ningyan’s face.

"I need to find him."

Yishu’s eyes widened. "The phoenix with a bounty on his head?" She paused. "Are you here to claim it?"

Meishan dismissed the parchment at once. "No. Not at all. I just need to find him."

Her gaze narrowed slightly now. "If you aren’t going to kill him... then why seek him out?"

"Because he’s my lover," Meishan said quietly. "And his life is in danger."

For a brief moment, surprise flickered across Yishu’s face. Then she smiled.

"You do realize my influence only extends among water beasts," she said gently. "But yes. I’ll help you."

Lan Meishan finally released the breath he’d been holding. "Thank you, Yishu."

She returned his smile.

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