Chapter 59

Su Mo had Yue Ying and Cang Lan go prepare the herbs on the prescription; Mo Xiao took it, glanced at it, and divided that batch of herbs in two.

The Dragon Clan's Shaman Doctor has those; let Cang Lan go get them directly.

As for the ones that are not easy to obtain, let Yue Ying prepare them.

Yue Ying frowned at the things in his hand: 'There are two medicinal herbs not even available on the Black Market; we have to go into the mountains to find them. Wife Master, could you describe their characteristics and smell so it's easier to search?'

Su Mo thought and said: 'First get what you can obtain; if it really won't work, I'll go to the mountains later.'

I'll go with Wife Master.

Mo Xiao and Yue Ying spoke in unison.

The two exchanged a glance, full of gunpowder smell.

Su Mo raised her eyes and gave them an embarrassed look…

She slightly turned her head to look at Cang Lan, who was full of expectation beside her.

Fei Yan timely spoke: 'Better let Mo Xiao accompany Wife Master; his level is the highest among us, so he can protect you better.'

I…

She still wanted to choose that little leopard; at least he looks simpler than those two, making him easier to handle.

Before Su Mo could speak, she saw Mo Xiao's calm and gentle gaze come over.

Hmm, I'll go with you. Tonight, let Cang Lan take care of Wife Master.

Cang Lan, upon hearing, a glimmer of light flashed in his deep eyes, and without hesitation said: 'Good!'

Tonight he can sleep with Wife Master, how happy!

Yue Ying beside them gritted his teeth; this single-minded assassin, his brain is just simple, he didn't even notice the trap the Stinky Snake dug for him!

Everyone says this fox has many tricks, but aside from that little leopard, who among us has fewer schemes?!

The most cunning is that Stinky Snake, knowing Wife Master wanted to choose the little black leopard, he deliberately spoke up to distract the leopard's attention.

Cunning!

Su Mo was speechless.

【They just happily decided for me?!】

【Nobody asked for my opinion? Don't you consider the feelings of this 'Wife Master' being taken care of?!?】

Several people looked at each other, nobody speaking.

Su Mo secretly glared at Mo Xiao.

【Stinky Snake, you're really going too far now—who gave you the right to decide for me? Going out with him is worse than going with that fox! Just thinking about that night in Xiao Shulin, his man-eating gaze makes me shudder… disgusting guy!】

Yue Ying listened to Su Mo's thoughts with schadenfreude, and for a moment he really wanted to burst out laughing.

Thus it seems, among them, the one who least pleases Wife Master now is still that Stinky Snake.

Mo Xiao felt a tightness in his chest, a flash of darkness in his eyes, but quickly returned to normal.

His gaze toward Su Mo was calm and gentle.

Fei Yan said softly: 'Wife Master, what would you like to eat for lunch?'

Wife Master has a misunderstanding about Mo Xiao; Fei Yan thinks we should still give them a chance to clear it up.

I've prepared it.

Su Mo said while walking toward the kitchen at Long Yan's place.

Fei Yan gave a glance, signaling Mo Xiao to follow.

Mo Xiao slightly loosened his clenched hand, turned and followed.

Being disliked by someone you care about is a hurtful thing.

Yue Ying and Cang Lan went out to prepare the herbs.

At Long Yan's place, the kitchen attendants were all discussing Su Mo's matter.

After last night's incident, everyone became more curious about her.

Just as they were getting into the discussion, the Proper Master arrived.

Miss Su!

I don't know who exclaimed in delight, but then everyone warmly greeted Su Mo.

Su Mo squinted her eyes and smiled: 'I'll come help you cook.'

By the way, she glanced at the ingredients they had prepared; they were quite complete.

No need to prepare anything else.

Everyone laughed: 'That's great!'

Mo Xiao and Fei Yan were both injured; Su Mo didn't intend to have them work, but just having them stand there was really in the way.

So she had them wash the dishes and utensils.

Not long after, the two little dragon cubs staying in Long Yan's study heard the news and dragged Long Yan over.

Smiling, they said: 'Sister Mo, we also want to help.'

Su Mo, while stir-frying, said: 'No need, everything is almost ready.'

Nan Nan gave a glance to the attendant tending the fire; that person immediately nodded and said: 'Miss Su, I have something to attend to, I'll step out for a bit~'

Hey~ you!

Su Mo was about to call someone over to tend the fire when she saw the two little dragon cubs push Long Yan over.

'Sister Mo, let the Minor General help you!'

Su Mo asked doubtfully: 'Are you sure?'

Long Yan gave an embarrassed smile, a bit ashamed, and said: 'I've been practicing lately; there won't be any problems.'

'Oh, then you come.'

Anyway, if it burns this time, it isn't her house.

Long Yan sat over and added a bundle of firewood.

If Su Mo says the fire is too big, he will tone it down a bit; if it's too small, he'll turn up the heat.

Su Mo praised him in her heart.

【Looks like this dragon really studied seriously; the youngster is teachable!】

【Before leaving, we must take this dragon to soak in a hot spring! Let him dress Auntie in a swimsuit! Otherwise it'd be too unfair to the trouble Auntie has endured these days!!】

Outside the house, Fei Yan and Mo Xiao, who were washing dishes, froze; the two exchanged a glance, their thoughts obvious.

The Dragon Clan's place is not suitable for staying long!

After the meal, Su Mo took a few people back; she planned to go up the mountain with Mo Xiao.

Mo Xiao originally intended to manifest his true form to take her by waterway, but, considering she doesn't like his true form, he gave up.

The two walked on foot to the foot of the mountain where the Dragon Clan's vegetation is richest; Su Mo's body, already insubstantial, was now somewhat panting.

Looking at the mountain before her, she instinctively frowned.

【When I get to the top, the sky will be dark…】

Mo Xiao was about to speak, but saw that she had already started walking upward.

He frowned and decided to swallow the words that were about to leave his mouth.

Su Mo, mustering her old life, reached the mid‑slope.

She had already found the target and also obtained many other things.

Along the way, with just a glance from her, Mo Xiao knew what she wanted and then leapt to dig it up for her.

Now he stood before her, holding the beast‑skin bag, his calm, deep eyes gazing at her.

He asked softly, "Wife Master, would you like to see the mountain top? Shall I carry you up?"

Su Mo longed for the view from the summit, but now she could barely move.

The person in front half‑crouched: "Come up."

Su Mo hesitated a moment, then leaned onto him, wrapping her arms around his neck.

Her voice soft, she said, "Thank you, Mo Xiao."

"Hmm…"

Mo Xiao responded awkwardly.

Her warm breath brushed his neck faintly, like a feather lightly grazing his heart, each time enough to make his blood boil.

The suppressed flame in his heart exploded inch by inch into a raging blaze.

Su Mo tilted her head slightly and saw his perfect profile: a high, straight nose bridge and a jawline like a carving.

Then she looked at that deadly Adam's apple…

【Tsk tsk, Stinky Snake really has capital; no wonder the Original Protagonist risked death to spend a night with him~】

With a "ding", Xiao Jiu suddenly flashed: "Host, such a premium Beast Husband candidate, why aren't you trying it quickly! The barren mountains and wild ridges are the perfect opportunity for something to happen!"

Su Mo couldn't help but give him a glare: "Has your brain been poisoned by those little posts? Stop trying to fool me… My frail body can't endure his torment!"

Xiao Jiu: "Dying as a ghost under the peony is still romantic!"

Su Mo gritted her teeth: "Scram…"

Mo Xiao, carrying Su Mo on his back, walked steadily toward the summit.

As they neared the summit, her even breathing reached his ears.

He found a cave at the summit, let her lie down in a comfortable corner, then took off his outer robe to cover her.

A mountain breeze occasionally blew, ruffling a few unruly strands of hair by her ear.

The wind‑tossed not only her hair but also his crumbling sanity. Each strand seemed to turn into a chain, binding him tightly in this inescapable, unavoidable tremor.

He couldn't help but want to get closer, to see her brows and eyes more clearly, to imprint her breathing rhythm in his heart.

Wanting even more…

Suddenly, the previously sleeping Su Mo's eyelashes twitched, and she abruptly opened her eyes.

Their gazes met; Su Mo's hazy eyes, shimmering like rippling water, defenselessly crashed into his still‑unconcealed scorching eyes.