Masked In Nobility: Secrets Of Mrs. Chavez by Selina Gorges

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Andrew gently ruffled Bonnie's hair, his voice uncharacteristically tender. "You're the woman I have my eyes on. How could I possibly let you marry someone else?"

Hearing this, Bonnie's face flushed bright red, and she buried her head in Andrew's chest. Andrew held her close, frowning slightly as he whispered, "You've lost weight." Bonnie looked up. "I miss the food from the cafeteria."

Andrew gave her an indulgent look and nodded. "Alright, we'll go back, and I'll make sure you get your fill."

The others were rather unfazed by the couple's open display of affection. The two walked hand-in-hand over to Yvette, Jeremiah, and the others. When Bonnie saw Yvette, she tried to pull her hand away. Andrew flashed a roguish grin and refused to let go, making Bonnie's face turn even redder. Embarrassed, Bonnie nodded to the group and said, "Hi, Yvette, Jeremiah."

Just then, the poisonous insect king that had been inside Holden's body suddenly flew out and landed on Yvette's shoulder. It shook its wings, almost like it was showing off, looking quite pleased with itself.

Bonnie, catching sight of the poisonous insect king on Yvette's shoulder, was so shocked that she stammered, "Oh my gosh, Yvette, that's the poisonous insect king! Where did you find it?"

Everyone turned to look at Bonnie. Andrew, puzzled, asked, "You know about this poisonous insect king? What exactly is it?" Emmett and Charles were curious as well. It seemed like Bonnie had a good deal of knowledge about the poisonous insect king. Bonnie took a closer look before daring to speak. "For hundreds of years, Dungo Village has taken pride in raising poisonous

insects.

"Anyone who successfully raises poisonous insects gains a higher status in the village. But poisonous insects aren't easy to cultivate. Generally, lower-grade poisonous insects are common.

"This one, however, is a high-grade poisonous insect, and in the past hundred years, Dungo Village has only produced two of them. Then there's the one that exists only in legend, the poisonous insect king. We've only ever seen it in books.

not entirely sure, but the golden poisonous insect on Yvette's shoulder, from its appearance and markings, closely resembles the poisonous insect king described in

Bonnie couldn't help but swallow. She felt it was almost unbelievable to witness such a legendary

in astonishment, pointing at the poisonous insect king on Yvette's shoulder. "You're saying this chubby

moment, the poisonous insect king on Yvette's shoulder suddenly fluttered

back," Yvette commanded

land on her shoulder, where it lay completely dejected, flipping onto its back and even closing its eyes. Bonnie, who'd been watching nervously, finally relaxed and glared at Andrew. "Don't talk carelessly!

how the poisonous insect king seemed fearful of

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her nod, she continued. "The poisonous insect king is a legendary creature, and

environments saturated with toxins. If the poisonous insect king develops intelligence, its mind will be like that of a young

would've been done for. Poisonous insects, in general, can be used for good or ill, depending entirely on their master's intentions. This is especially true for the poisonous insect king. "According to legend, the poisonous insect king can

way the poisonous insect king listens to Yvette,

chooses a master, it won't ever leave that

Dungo Village with access to all the ancient texts, so her knowledge of the subject was extensive. But her understanding of poisonous insect cultivation was purely theoretical, as she had no experience actually

said gravely, "Yvette, keeping it with you is too dangerous. Perhaps

It shouldn't stay." With Yvette's already

for the poisonous insect king, but she held back. As precious as it was, it couldn't compare to Yvette. If something happened because she insisted on keeping it near Yvette, she'd feel guilty for the rest of her life. Looking at

the ancient texts passed down by our ancestors. Keeping it with you constantly is indeed dangerous." Jeremiah remained silent, watching Yvette closely. He understood her well enough to know that getting rid of this poisonous insect king wasn't likely

glanced coolly at the group. Her beautiful face

toward the poisonous insect king, which was sulking on her shoulder,

looked on in stunned