Chapter 21: and translation of chapter title

Su Mo has always had a habit of staying in bed, and because of last night's ordeal, she slept through lunch without getting up.

During that time, Yue Ying asked Fei Yan whether they should wake her up, since the Tribe Chief was still waiting.

Mo Xiao gave her a cold stare, and Yue Ying tucked his neck back, no longer bringing it up.

He hasn't even taken the Principal Husband Position yet, yet he's already showing off; if we really let him sit down, what would become of it?

By the time Su Mo woke up, the sun had already set westward; she guessed it was around three p. m.

Xiao Jiu told her that because of yesterday's incident, she earned another wave of Passerby Favorability Points.

Mo Xiao's score jumped directly from -50 to +50. Since his rise broke the record, the system granted an extra 160 points. His total is now 835.

Xiao Jiu teased her: "Looks like the host's hard work last night paid off; keep it up~"

Su Mo: "Speak like a human…"

"Cough~" Xiao Jiu cleared his throat lightly: "But Yue Ying and Fei Yan's Affection Levels each dropped by 5 points."

"Uh? You can still treat me like this? Are you doing it on purpose?"

"That's unfair; according to my analysis, they're probably just jealous of Mo Xiao~ just 5 points, a trifle for the host!"

Su Mo was startled, then nodded seriously: "Hmm, they must be jealous that Mo Xiao and I are getting too close. Indeed, the villains are the true love!"

Xiao Jiu: "…Your intelligence is all spent on hoarding points to make money???"

"You think I have a knack for business, right! I'm telling you, I'm destined to be a commercial prodigy!"

Xiao Jiu: I think you're completely clueless!!!

"By the way, what about the points for rescuing Long Yan and Mo Xiao?"

"When they recover fully, the system will automatically grant them."

"Oh."

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After Su Mo freshened up, Fei Yan, Yue Ying, and Mo Xiao came over carrying the dishes prepared for her.

"Wife Master, you've been hungry all day; have something to eat."

Su Mo glanced and chose a bowl of light fare.

Fei Yan stood beside her and told her that the Tribe Chief wanted to see her.

Su Mo frowned, "Why does he suddenly want to see me?"

"Strange, I seem to have no real connection with the Tribe Chief, Lao Deng~"

"You'll know once you go." After she finished eating, Fei Yan handed her a cloth to wipe her mouth and said, "We'll go with you."

Su Mo changed into a light pink robe; her dark hair was loosely tied with a single peach‑wood hairpin, the remaining strands draped casually over her shoulders. A gentle breeze lifted her hair, and although she remained slender, she gained an air of liveliness and playfulness.

The three Beastmen fiancés trailed behind at an unhurried pace.

The three were so eye‑catching that wherever they went, they caused a stir.

Just a few steps later, an acquaintance called out to Su Mo, "Xiao Mo, taking your Beast Husbands out for a stroll?"

At first Su Mo hesitated, wondering whether to correct them, since they weren't yet her official Beast Husbands.

But later, since everyone called them that, she grew tired of explaining, pulling at the corners of her mouth to keep the standard fake smile, her face nearly stiffening.

In the Beast World, once a Beastman is bound to a fiancée, the engagement is not easily broken.

Everyone tacitly accepted that the females and males who have set engagements are already one family.

However, Su Mo recalled that in the original story, the Original Protagonist's engagements with these men were never looked upon favorably, and people kept speaking ill of them.

Recently, some strange demonic wind must have blown, making everyone's minds act abnormally.

Yue Ying's flaming fox kept opening his little mouth, spouting "my Wife Master" nonstop.

It made those people think Su Mo and these guys were getting close.

Fei Yan and Mo Xiao, trailing behind, remained completely silent, letting him ramble.

Su Mo tried several times to hop and block the fox's loose mouth, but she wasn't tall enough…

The shameless fox simply wouldn't give her that chance.

The aunties warmly told Su Mo, "When the wedding day comes, be sure to inform everyone; they'll all bring gifts!"

Recently, Su Mo treated the village's Beastmen and females, earning a wave of Affection Level; everyone felt deeply grateful toward her.

People who once thought Su Mo was plain and unworthy of the five outstanding Beast Husbands now find themselves liking her more and more!

Conversely, those Beast Husbands, who previously despised her, now feel a bit indignant on her behalf.

Su Mo: "…"

【Where did the wedding rumors come from?! Oh heavens! This is truly a case of spreading rumors with one mouth, and dispelling them breaks legs… Look at those lively ones; if I really were to marry them, within a month I'd be worn out and meet a tragic end…】

Yue Ying waved his fan, proudly telling the aunt, "Of course, we must have plenty of good wine and dishes ready!"

However, there are also those who love to play devil's advocate.

"Nobody knows what's so great about Su Mo; weren't her previous fiancés all demanding a breakup? Why is she acting possessed lately? Could it be that Su Mo gave them some Forbidden Drug?!"

Su Mo's mouth twitched 【Stupid! If I had a drug, I'd first mute you rumor‑spreading pests!!!】

"I think Yue Ying, Fei Yan, and Mo Xiao aren't as repulsed by her as before; have they fallen for her? Really going to marry her?"

【I think you all are truly blind! That damned love‑brain can pair anyone together… I'll cure your eyes and brains someday!】

Yue Ying held the Feather Fan over his face and let out a soft laugh.

His Wife Master, indeed, is a very interesting person.

On the surface he smiles at everyone, but behind his back that little mouth is as poisonous as venom, yet somehow cute.

They soon arrived at the Tribe Chief's house; the Chief's Wife had already prepared tea. She was a gentle female, dressed in a moon‑lit gown, her hair tied in a bun, looking clear and beautiful.

However, Su Mo didn't expect that the three performers from yesterday—the Wolf Beastman, Leopard Beastman, and Eagle Beastman—were also present.

When they saw Su Mo enter, all three's eyes lit up.

She didn't notice them; her mind involuntarily flashed the scene from yesterday.

【I really want to watch their performance again, feel my little heart pounding with excitement~】

【Ah~ now's not the time to be a fangirl; I have serious business and must quickly find a chance to bring up breaking the engagement~】

Standing behind her, Mo Xiao, Fei Yan, and Yue Ying all couldn't help but squint.

Fei Yan's heavy gaze swept over the three, his eyebrows slightly furrowing.

When she lifted her eyes, they met Mo Xiao's gaze, their thoughts obvious without words.

The Tribe Chief called those three over, probably to cause some trouble.

Yue Ying lightly waved the Feather Fan, smiling warmly on his face, but his heart was as clear as a polished mirror.

That damn Tribe Chief just loves to pick trouble for no reason!

sob sob, Wife Master has already sneaked a look at those little imps for the third time~

It's over, it's over! This fox's family status is about to be lost!

Su Mo politely greeted the Tribe Chief and the Chief's Wife, bowing and offering a salute.

The Tribe Chief immediately smiled brightly, waving his hand to signal her to come sit.

"Xiao Mo, today I called you here for nothing special, just to chat."

Su Mo's eyebrows arched, showing a docile, easygoing look, waiting silently for what comes next.

Yue Ying raised an eyebrow: Lao Deng, you'd better discuss proper matters with my Wife Master; if you dare chat recklessly and let those few pry at my corner, this fox will not share the sky with you!!!