Chapter 143: Chapter 143: Her True Self

Su Muyao’s expression shifted slightly. This memory made her understand that her father was very protective and treated her extremely well. That memory seemed to be hers, different from the memories of the previous years.

In the memories of the past, Su Family Master was indifferent to her, his gaze devoid of emotions.

But in the childhood memories, her father looked at her with such loving tenderness.

Su Muyao had many doubts in her heart, but now her father was nowhere to be found, reportedly vanished, so she had no one to ask about her doubts.

At this moment, while Su Muyao was lost in thought, everyone was watching her, seemingly holding their breath in tense anticipation for something, perhaps an imminent answer.

Their long-held doubts might finally find explanation.

But once Su Muyao snapped back to reality, she said indifferently to Shen Ci’an, "Think what you want." She would neither acknowledge nor speak of her secrets or affairs.

The Space System said, "Yes, exactly, the host’s secrets must not be revealed. Shen Ci’an has always been probing the host."

"When he first returned, he also probed Wen Nanxi, trying to find out what Su Family Master had entrusted to Wen Nanxi back then, but Wen Nanxi said nothing. No wonder Su Family Master trusted Wen Nanxi; he indeed is calm and reliable, worthy of trust."

Su Muyao knew that whatever she did, her system would always protect her wholeheartedly.

Shen Ci’an smiled leisurely, his eyes glinting with a mischievous charm, "It’s okay, if wife-master doesn’t want to speak, then don’t speak. However, wife-master is quite different now than before. The rumors in Beast Emperor City are an insult to wife-master. If Jiang Mochuan and the others knew wife-master’s current state, would they be surprised..."

Su Muyao furrowed her brows intensely, "If you still want to eat, then don’t mention irrelevant people, or perhaps enemies."

Bringing up Jiang Mochuan, the murderous intent surged within Su Muyao, her piercing killing aura stunning everyone around.

Seeing his wife-master upset, Wen Nanxi released his imposing aura, no longer gentle, his presence exploding fully, "Shen Ci’an!"

"No one can force wife-master to do anything, nor can they make her speak. If you’re dissatisfied, you can fight."

Shen Ci’an realized Wen Nanxi was also angry, and if a fight truly broke out, things wouldn’t be easy, especially with Young Master Yun from the Yun Family nearby, capable of wielding Thunder Skill, summoning Heavenly Thunder—truly concerning.

"Wife-master, don’t be angry, I just want to understand wife-master more, to serve and protect wife-master better."

Saying this, Shen Ci’an proactively served a bowl of rib soup, held it to Su Muyao’s lips, scooping with a spoon intending to feed her.

Su Muyao didn’t actually drink what Shen Ci’an offered, she smiled faintly, "Shen Ci’an, if you doubt me, or feel I don’t fit your expectations, you can leave."

"This is the Divorce Letter."

She had written many copies, stored in the space, ready to give Shen Ci’an anytime.

Shen Ci’an took it, moved his fingers, and the Divorce Letter shattered.

"Wife-master, this won’t work on me. I simply want to stay by wife-master’s side. I believe wife-master is wonderful now and don’t want wife-master reverting to how she was before. I’m only asking due to concern..."

"If wife-master dislikes it, I’ll say no more from now on. If wife-master isn’t assured, I can serve you tonight in your room, how about that?"

Saying this, he stirred the soup in the bowl with the spoon, implying more than he conveyed, "I will properly feed wife-master."

"Whatever wife-master wants to see, whatever you desire, I’ll provide..."

At this moment, everyone’s murderous glares were directed at Shen Ci’an.

Hua Linye released his impressive aura, "Even if wife-master were to make a contract, it shouldn’t involve you."

Xiao Jihan calmly stated, "Shen Ci’an, although you’ve used tricks to stay, you’re not in wife-master’s heart, hence she won’t accept or embrace you. Don’t even think about making a contract."

Mei Qingchen remarked, "Indeed, even wife-master doesn’t accept me, after you’ve been absent for so long, it wouldn’t be your turn in line."

After all, he wasn’t the last in line, there was some comfort in his heart.

Wen Nanxi and Xie Guixue didn’t speak.

Xie Guixue was unconcerned having secured Su Muyao’s promise.

Yun Qinglan sat quietly, his refined and elegant aura slightly retracted, his thoughts unknown to anyone.

Su Muyao stated earnestly, "Shen Ci’an, I don’t need you to do anything."

"Moreover, tonight, I want to sleep alone. I need to cultivate and consolidate my power." After this consolidation, her physique would stabilize completely, ensuring her strength won’t diminish later.

Additionally, she promised Xie Guixue that when his body was better healed and nourished, they would make a contract. She wanted to wait for him and take a breather herself; last night she nearly fainted.

Thinking back to those amorous scenes now, her face was flushed with warmth.

At this moment, Su Muyao couldn’t help but blush, adding a bit of allure, like a blooming flower, flamboyant and brilliant, so dazzling that none could look away.

Yet she possessed an air of dignified elegance, a noble presence never before seen, more radiant and captivating.

At this moment, Su Muyao was naturally unaware of her beauty, and after saying these words, she no longer spoke, focusing instead on her meal.

When everyone saw there was nothing to argue over, they quietly returned to eating.

...

After dinner, Yun Qinglan expressed gratitude to Su Muyao and left with Housekeeper Yun.

Of course, as they departed, Su Muyao instructed Housekeeper Yun to take some tofu and a bamboo tube of soy milk back for Old City Lord Yun to try.

Young Master Yun had brought gifts during his visit, and although she didn’t accept anything else, only receiving some wild beast meat, it’s courteous to reciprocate.

...

As the carriage made its way back, Housekeeper Yun remarked excitedly, "This subordinate saw Young Master Yun eat more than usual tonight, which makes me very happy. If only Young Master Yun could eat like this every day."

Sitting in the carriage, Yun Qinglan held a scroll in his hand, not turning a page for a long time.

"We’ve already troubled Miss Su today; we cannot continue like this."

Housekeeper Yun sighed, Young Master Yun was unwilling to interact with any she-beast, yet was willing to speak more with Miss Su, why couldn’t it continue?

"Ah, but it’s true, Miss Su’s beast husbands nearly fought during the meal, contrary to the rumors. Rumors say Miss Su’s beast husbands loathe her, and the five beasts forced to sever ties with Miss Su by Beast Emperor City detest her greatly."

"But this subordinate thinks Miss Su is wonderful; it’s unclear what those people are thinking."

Yun Qinglan said, "Uncle Yun, refrain from judging Miss Su’s family matters, and do not spread them."

Housekeeper Yun felt a jolt in his heart, "This subordinate understands." Thus, Housekeeper Yun said no more.

...

Early that morning, after breakfast with everyone, Su Muyao went hunting in the forest.

This time Su Muyao ventured into the depths of the forest.

On this occasion, Su Muyao personally hunted using Level 4 superpower, leaping into the air and sweeping with her soft sword.

A wild buffalo was killed with a single strike.

Her actions were swift, fierce, and precise, not fitting the image of a novice in killing prey.

Her demeanor was exceptionally sharp and beautiful.

As if this was her true self.

Everyone showed expressions of awe and astonishment.