Chosen Mate of the Beastmen Empire by Lewis Reed

Chapter 303

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Zayne frowned, quickly stepping forward and grabbing Nyx's wrists to pull her down from the tree. “I'll pick them for you. You stay here and wait."

He could tell at a glance that Nyx had never climbed a tree before-her movements were awkward. Of course, she had just transformed into human form for the first time. She couldn't have known how to climb a tree.

Though the trees weren't particularly tall, and climbing wasn't difficult, this was a little rabbit who didn't even know how to put on clothes, If she fell, the consequences would be dire,

Even as a renowned shaman across the tribes, Zayne couldn't guarantee he could heal serious injuries from a fall. At best, he could save her life, but she might still end up disabled.

Touching the rough bark, he felt even more relieved he had stopped her. This little rabbit was so delicate-he didn't dare touch her too hard, afraid he might hurt her. If her soft skin rubbed against the rough bark, she'd likely end up with scratches.

Life in the tribe forced everyone to learn how to gather food from a young age. Climbing trees to pick fruit was a basic skill, but even experienced climbers could get minor injuries.

Zayne had treated almost everyone in the tribe at some point and knew this well. But when it came to Nyx, he couldn't help being biased.

Nyx crouched under the tree, looking up at Zayne as he climbed with agility and ease. She pointed. “Zayne, over there- there are more ripe berries."

"Got it," Zayne replied reluctantly.

On the tree, it was eerily quiet. The females and children perched on the branches exchanged shocked glances, their eyes nearly popping out of their heads.

One child snapped out of it first and handed Zayne a large leaf. “Shaman, here, use this to hold the berries." Zayne took it and thanked him quietly. The leaf was folded into a makeshift container. It could hold a lot, but it required. one hand to carry, making it awkward to climb down. He could only gather a few berries.

"Is this enough?" Zayne climbed down and handed the leaf to Nyx. If not, he could go back up.

“It's enough,” Nyx said. She was just craving a snack and couldn't eat much. She leaned in and kissed Zayne on the cheek. "Thank you, Zayne."

Zayne nearly jumped out of his skin. It wasn't that he was being overly sensitive-this little rabbit was just too much. A few berries, and she was kissing him. If another male gave her food, they could easily lure her away. She bad no shame at all.

Zayne was once again infuriated by his own imagination and turned to leave,

"Wait for me." Nyx looked up and saw him walking away. She quickly grabbed the berries and hurried after him.

Zayne ignored her. But hearing her panting, he subtly slowed his pace.

and children watching nearly fell off

and climbed down one by one, eager to share the shocking news

climbed a tree to pick blackberries

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Chapter 303

of gossip instantly drew a crowd, and everyone put aside their tasks

"Who?"

"Which female?"

it Lila?

respected for his healing skills and was also strikingly handhome. It was safe to say that nearly every

Gina was the most beautiful, while Lila, the chief's

would choose one of them as his mate-or perhaps both. But over the years, despite their efforts, Zayne had

'Why all of a sudden?

stares, the gossipers shook their

it's neither of

Nyx. She's new to our

was indeed an unfamiliar name. The answer surprised everyone and only fueled their curiosity. It wat

"Really?"

she

has good hair, good eyes, nice skin, and big,

the right words, they scratched their heads, unable to fully

impatient. From these vague descriptions,

she?

all nodded in

seen. It was hard to imagine something more beautiful than her. No wonder the shaman climbed a tree

"Probably?"

"I think so."

picked berries for

his name

"No way."

"Really?"

news spread like wildfire. With only about two hundred people in the tribe,