Chapter 95: Chapter 95: An’an Deserves to Be Liked by Everyone

Zhu Qingqing stopped at the sound of her name and asked doubtfully, "Sister An’an, what’s wrong?"

Yu An stared at her for a long moment, making Zhu Qingqing’s skin crawl, before finally speaking. "It’s nothing important. I just wanted to tell you all not to come to Han Ling City to see us off."

Zhu Qingqing found it strange, as Yu An had already said this several times, but she agreed anyway.

"By the way," Yu An said casually, "I remember you were brought back to the tribe by Chief Qingyan. Why did he give you that name?"

Zhu Qingqing thought for a moment. "I remember the Clan Leader said he found me in a bamboo forest. The two characters for ’Qingqing’ were written on the small blanket I was wrapped in."

The material of that little blanket was exquisite, the kind only nobles would use. Chief Qingyan thought she was the child of a noble family and made inquiries for quite some time, but he never heard of any family that had lost a child.

Logically, female cubs are so precious that any family who lost one would surely search for her. But after a long time, no one came looking. Since Chief Qingyan couldn’t leave the exiled land, he raised Zhu Qingqing in the tribe.

After so many years, the small blanket rotted away, and Zhu Qingqing threw it out.

"So that’s how it is," Yu An said, looking thoughtful. "That’s all. I’ll be going now."

After they parted ways, Yu An had Feng Xuan accompany her to the Su Family’s estate, while the others took the Zaizai home to rest.

Perhaps the Su Family Master had given instructions, because as soon as the gatekeeper saw it was Yu An, he led her inside without even announcing her arrival.

Housekeeper Su hurried over. When he heard Yu An had business with the Su Family Master, he led them to her.

On the way, Yu An asked casually, "Housekeeper Su, does the Su Family Master have any Beast Husbands? The Su Mansion seems rather empty."

This wasn’t a secret, and Yu An wasn’t considered an outsider, so Housekeeper Su answered truthfully. "Miss Yu, you may not know this, but our Family Head once had a dearly loved Beast Husband. But due to an accident, her main husband and their newborn daughter... were both lost."

A thought struck Yu An, and she asked, "What kind of Beastman was the Su Family Master’s husband?"

"Our main husband’s beast form was quite rare. You’ve probably never heard of it or seen one, Miss. He was an Iron-eating Beast."

Yu An thought to herself, ’Not only have I heard of them, I’ve even met one!’

Male cubs always take after their Beast Father’s beast form, while female cubs are random—they might take after their Female Mother or their Beast Father. ’It seems very likely Zhu Qingqing took after her Beast Father.’

After answering, Housekeeper Su belatedly realized something was unusual.

"Miss Yu, why do you ask all this?"

Yu An didn’t hide anything and said directly, "I know a female Iron-eating Beastman, and she bears a slight resemblance to the Su Family Master."

Housekeeper Su grew excited!

Before Yu An could say more, he asked eagerly, "Miss Yu, what is the young lady’s name? Does she have any token or proof of identity?"

Yu An told Housekeeper Su about Zhu Qingqing’s name and the small blanket she was wrapped in.

Housekeeper Su stood stunned for a moment, then threw his head back and laughed loudly.

Yu An was startled by him, and Feng Xuan quickly moved to shield her, worried that Housekeeper Su might suddenly lose control and hurt someone.

Housekeeper Su didn’t notice their movements. Forgetting that they were guests, he practically bounded ahead.

He shouted "Family Head!" as he ran, startling the birds from the trees!

Yu An: "..."

Feng Xuan: "..."

The two of them exchanged a look and followed.

By the time they reached the Su Family Master’s courtyard, Housekeeper Su had already explained everything. When Yu An saw the Su Family Master, she found the woman’s face stained with tears.

"Little Master," the Su Family Master said, walking over quickly and grabbing Yu An’s hands. "Where is she? Where is my Qingqing!"

Yu An could feel her hands trembling. This was the second time, aside from the mention of Yu Huang, that the Su Family Master had lost control of her emotions like this.

"She’s in the Giant Stone Tribe, outside the city."

Having gotten the answer she wanted, the Su Family Master immediately turned to go find her daughter.

"Please, calm down," Yu An said, stopping her. "I only noticed the resemblance between you and Qingqing today, and I haven’t told her yet. I was afraid of getting her hopes up for nothing."

"It’s already late, and Qingqing is probably asleep by now. Why don’t I take you there tomorrow?"

The Su Family Master took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down. "A-Alright. Thank you, Little Master. I will compose myself tonight and try not to frighten Qingqing tomorrow."

She also realized that her current state might frighten her daughter. Coupled with the late hour, she had Housekeeper Su escort Yu An back, deciding to deal with it tomorrow.

When they reached the gate, Yu An politely declined Housekeeper Su’s offer to escort them further, and she and Feng Xuan headed home alone.

The path was dotted with Fluorite, so it wasn’t dark, and they could see the way clearly.

Feng Xuan had been following Yu An the whole time and had a general understanding of what had happened.

He saw that Yu An was silent, seemingly lost in thought, so he walked up and took her hand.

"An’an, are you thinking about your Female Mother too?"

Yu An nodded, looking a little lost. "I... I’ve never met my Female Mother. I don’t know what she looks like, and I don’t know if... she would like me."

"Of course she’ll like you," Feng Xuan said with certainty. "You’re smart, kind, lively, and cheerful..."

He rattled off a string of compliments before saying earnestly, "Most importantly, no mother could ever not love her child. Your Female Mother will definitely like you."

"So, don’t worry about these things. An’an is the best girl in the world, deserving of everyone’s affection and love."

Yu An’s eyes stung. She blinked, trying to force back the wetness in her eyes.

"So, in your heart, I’m that amazing, huh?"

Yu An felt a little shy from the praise. To keep Feng Xuan from seeing her blush, she deliberately changed the subject. "Feng Xuan, you started liking me a long, long time ago, didn’t you?"

This time it was Feng Xuan’s turn to be shy. He coughed. "W-Well, not that long ago. I only started liking you recently."

"I don’t believe you!"

Yu An stood on her tiptoes to look at his face. "You’re blushing! I must be right!"

Feng Xuan didn’t know what to say, so he just stared straight ahead and strode forward. Yu An stifled a giggle and followed him.

She proactively slipped her hand into Feng Xuan’s palm. He fidgeted for a second before gripping it tightly.

When the two of them returned, everyone else had already gone to their rooms to rest. A Fluorite lamp had been left on for them in the courtyard.

Yu An didn’t go back to her own room. After some playful pulling and tugging, they ended up in Feng Xuan’s room.

According to the schedule, today was Feng Xuan’s turn. They had a tiring day, so Feng Xuan didn’t bother her. Just sleeping in each other’s arms was nice too.

Snuggling into the warm blankets, she found her human-sized pillow was exceptionally comfortable to hold, so Yu An shamelessly copped a feel or two.

’He’s my own Beast Husband,’ she thought. ’It would be a waste not to touch.’

All five of her Beast Husbands had amazing bodies, but each was a different type. Sometimes, Yu An had to marvel at how well she was eating.

With that thought, she stealthily stroked his abs a few more times.

"Stop groping me," Feng Xuan said, finally at the end of his patience. "Go to sleep, or you won’t be sleeping at all tonight!"

Yu An’s eyes snapped shut. "I’m asleep!"

Feng Xuan was both exasperated and amused, but in the end, he didn’t press the issue.

The Fluorite in the room went out, and in the darkness, the two held each other tightly.

After some time, Feng Xuan whispered, "An’an, don’t worry. I will protect you and the Zaizai."

’I will never, ever lose them.’

It was unclear if Yu An heard him, but the arm she had around Feng Xuan’s waist tightened slightly.