Chosen Mate of the Beastmen Empire by Lewis Reed

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Chapter 467

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For a moment, Kian’s gaze darted away, too nervous to look at the girl in his arms. His hands hovered awkwardly, unsure where to go, and ended up dangling stiffly at his sides.

His brain had completely shut down—he couldn’t get a single word out. Such a shy, flustered reaction reminded Nyx of the days before they got together, stirring up a wave of nostalgia.

She couldn’t help but hug him tighter, nuzzling her face into the crook of his shoulder, her slender fingers tracing lightly along his meridians. “The spiritual energy starts flowing from here, moves from your body into mine, then cycles back.”

Her fingertips brushed his skin, sending tingles through every nerve. Kian’s ears turned red enough to drip blood as he grabbed her mischievous hand.

Nyx grinned and tickled his palm, her tone teasing. “You learn best by doing.”

It wasn’t even dinnertime yet, and it was just the two of them in the cave abode. If they hurried, they’d have time for a full cultivation cycle.

Kian’s chest heaved rapidly, his mind a haze, already on the verge of giving in. Even the most disciplined guy had weaknesses he couldn’t dodge.

He couldn’t help himself, leaning down to kiss.the corner of Nyx’s lips, nibbling softly, his teeth itching. Compared to Nyx, a demon clan member, he felt more like a wild beast–his instincts overpowering his reason.

“Knock knock-“The door suddenly got tapped.

Both of them jumped, their movements freezing. Cyan’s voice carried a hint of urgency, “Nyx, you in there?”

As a Body Integration stage cultivator, he could clearly sense Nyx was inside–her Golden Core–level cultivation couldn’t hide from him.

courtesy. Even in a rush, he wouldn’t barge

the door. Her clothes were neat as can be, but the flush on her face hadn’t fully faded,

embarrassment as he coughed awkwardly, “Oh, Kian’s here

or a strong spiritual sense, Kian was great at staying under the radar. Unless specifically checked, even

think too hard about what he might’ve interrupted. But since he’d already

me to the Treasure Pavilion quick,” he said, trying to ignore the awkwardness and speaking seriously, “There’s a rare spiritual plant that’s been wilting lately–it’s not looking good.”

including some spiritual plants

usually tended by Cyan and a few other elders with wood spiritual roots skilled in planting.

effects would keep fading. Rushing to refine it into a pill

out. The elders had gathered, pulling out all

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master to the Treasure Pavilion and saw the plant in question was none other than the Violet Soul Grass. Last time she saw it, it was full of life,

rain over it, sweat beading on his forehead, but he finally shook

up, saw Cyan return, and his eyes lit up. Then he noticed Nyx beside him, and his expression cracked a bit. “Didn’t you say you

frowned too, feeling like they’d been played.

were better than all of theirs combined, after all. Instead, he’d gone back and

ticking. If they delayed any longer, the Violet Soul Grass would die. Now

but stayed calm. “I sent a message to Herbal Valley, but their valley

said they’d come check it out, but there’s no guarantee they can

fast–it might not last until help arrived.

knack for planting. Let her give it a shot first,” Cyan said, nudging Nyx forward, his eyes full of encouragement

elders weren’t so kind, eyeing Nyx skeptically.

rabbit demon, huh.”