What exactly was the charm of language rendering?
One of the protagonist's auras—when the protagonist speaks, do they move hearts, cause tears, or change minds?
Judging by Xiao Wu's current state, it was indeed the perfect moment to make a move.
So, Subei decisively chose the charm of language.
At that instant, Xiao Wu and Subei's fingers tightly intertwined, and her soul was deeply shaken.
The human body... so wonderful!
Tightly interlaced fingers, half leaning on Subei's arm—an inexplicable sense of security rose spontaneously.
Xiao Wu lacked love.
In the original story, she had lost her father's love, and Tang San lacked female love.
Perhaps because of this, they became the hero and heroine.
But Tang San wasn't worthy—Subei was.
Subei quietly took out a candy, and a storm brewed in his mind before the scoundrel began spinning a story:
"Xiao Wu, since we're both willing to take responsibility for each other, I won't hide the truth from you.
"There's a fierce beast coveting my beauty in the Terrible Land. She wants to marry me—that means a man and woman's union.
"Fortunately, I have light steps and kind soul beast allies. That's how I escaped to find you.
"This candy was left by my mother before she died. She hoped my life would be sweet going forward, so I give it to my favorite soul beast."
"The best part? It contains the true meaning of life."
The candy was soft—Xiao Wu held it between her lips, feeling an explosion of sweetness.
Coincidentally, a few blue silver grasses grew beneath Xiao Wu's feet, and she frowned, pulling Subei to move:
"I don't know why, but Brother Bei, what you said is right—blue silver grass isn't tasty at all. I'd rather taste nothing; it's really annoying!"
Subei took out the love agent again and handed it to Xiao Wu:
"If I told you drinking this would make you like me more, would you try it?"
Xiao Wu's enchanting eyes twinkled, and she took two steps forward:
"Then I have to think about it. Are you suspicious of Xiao Wu's feelings?"
"Of course not, this is morality!"
Xiao Wu's delicate finger poked Subei's nose:
"You know so much. Aren't you also a soul beast?"
"I'm not a soul beast but an angel sent by the gods to save you."
Northern Jiangsu adjusted his mood and looked affectionately at Xiao Wu.
Her face immediately flushed rosy pink.
"Brother Subei, how nice your words are, right?"
"Hmph, then I'll reluctantly drink it." Xiao Wu pursed her lips.
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Wordy chatter~
Swirling thoughts~
Ha ha ha~
"Brother, brother, it's delicious and sweet! Xiao Wu still wants brother's sweet juice~"
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Alongside a hot spring in the Mixed Circle of Star Dou Great Forest,
Xiao Wu's black hair cascaded like a waterfall over the wet stones.
Imagining her hair so smooth and beautiful, long and straight—
Even Subei couldn't help sighing inwardly, "Her hair must have grown for a hundred thousand years."
Xiao Wu's long hair could satisfy even the most devoted hair enthusiasts.
So beautiful.
Subei gently stroked Xiao Wu's soft hair and slowly combed the red sandalwood through it.
He needed a wide arm movement—sometimes moving his whole body—to complete a full combing motion.
"Ah... Brother, it hurts!"
Xiao Wu suddenly pressed Subei's finger and snorted softly.
Subei knew she meant he had hit a tangle, so he slowed and carefully untied the knot.
"I'll be gentler and slower now. Doesn't hurt anymore, right? Shall I continue?"
While combing her hair, Subei spoke calmly:
"In our human world, when a woman marries, her parents comb her hair and give their blessings.
"One comb to the end, two white hairs on brows, three grandsons to follow.
"Now I'll comb Xiao Wu's hair. Xiao Wu will be family from now on."
Subei's sincere words instantly touched Xiao Wu's fragile heart.
Suddenly, tears welled in Xiao Wu's eyes and splashed softly on her lovely face.
"Well?"
Subei squeezed the red sandalwood comb, suppressing a sigh.
Xiao Wu turned and threw herself into his arms, hair flying wildly.
"But Xiao Wu has no parents anymore!"
Tears soaked her chest through her clothes, and she sobbed softly.
Subei's palm caressed her head: "I'm sorry…"
"Mom said Dad wanted to enter the inner Star Dou Great Forest long ago but never returned.
"Xiao Wu and her mother relied on each other and met Da Ming and Er Ming as friends.
"But one day, a powerful group of humans found us. Er Ming wasn't there, and we couldn't fight them.
"In the end, my mother died protecting Xiao Wu!"
Xiao Wu cried her heart out in Subei's arms.
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