Chapter 51 Public Praise

After being led to the Sacred Pool by the two of them, Shu Ning discovered that many wolf-like beastmen had gathered there.

The surroundings were decorated quite festively, comparable to her two weddings.

Is someone getting married?

Shu Ning was puzzled, but if it was a wedding, why did they call her here?

It's not uncommon for females to get married every few days in the tribe.

At this moment, several male orcs came over.

"Shu Ning, you're here!"

Shu Ning looked in the direction of the sound and saw some of the male beastmen that the original owner used to take on adventures.

The one speaking was Mu Ran, one of the top-ranking male orcs under Xiao Chong, with an arrogant smile beneath his gray hair.

There is a short knife scar on his chest and another on his arm.

It's clear that he went out with the original owner and his group and did quite a few "earth-shattering" things.

“Yes, that’s right…” Shu Ning replied.

"Shu Ning has really impressed us lately... hahaha..."

Another orc came over and tried to put his arm around Shu Ning's arm as before, but suddenly realized that Xuan Lin was also there, so he reluctantly withdrew his hand from above her shoulder.

He wasn't concerned about Xuan Lin's status as a beastly husband who despised Shu Ning, but rather because he was one of Xuan Lin's subordinates, Luo Ci.

Although it looks more refined, its strength is comparable to Mu Ran's.

"Yes, Shu Ning, tell us quickly..."

Another male orc said, and Shu Ning looked over. This was An Liang, one of Mu Yu's subordinates.

He was about to speak when he realized that Mu Yu was also there, and her sharp gaze made him immediately lower his head and shut up.

They usually obeyed orders and worked under their respective bosses, and in their spare time they would go on various adventures with the original owner.

The original owner of this body had no subordinates because she never thought about the tribe and only wanted to go out and have fun.

These orcs usually did boring and tedious work under their respective leaders, and whenever they had a break, they would all want to go out and play with Shu Ning.

Because the original owner was, after all, under the Holy Female's command and had a certain amount of influence, though not a great one.

That way, even if their boss suddenly needs to contact them, they'll have Shu Ning as an excuse.

Over time, although the original owner had a bad temper, that was only towards their beast husbands, and it didn't matter to them, so they were all willing to follow.

Shu Ning looked at the male beastmen in front of her. They were all among the strongest in the wolf clan, and each had their own unique appearance and physique, but they were all outstanding.

She glanced to the side again.

She knew why they only said half of what they meant: it was because of the two orcs she didn't particularly like beside them.

But Shu Ning still didn't understand why they suddenly came over and said these celebratory things to her.

Just then, Mu Xia walked over and said, "Ningning's here!"

She led Shu Ning by the hand through the group of orcs.

Shu Ning was pulled along, looking completely bewildered. Judging from their expressions, she guessed it probably wasn't anything bad.

"Mother, is something the matter?" Shu Ning asked curiously.

"Ningning, have you really forgotten?" Mu Xia asked with a smile.

"Today is your birthday! Look, this is what your mother prepared for you."

Shu Ning looked at the fur and animal hides laid out on the table, along with various sharp bone spikes, bone knives, herbs...

"Thank you, Mom! I like it very much!"

Shu Ning looked at the things her mother had carefully prepared for her and said happily.

Shu Ning looked at the beastmen in the sacred pool, who were eating beast meat and fruit, and dancing and playing drums.

"Ningning, your mother has given you more than just this." Muxia looked at her mysteriously.

Suddenly, she raised a hand, gesturing for the beastmen on the side of the stage to bring things up.

Shu Ning looked over and saw Xiao Chong!

What they're carrying... isn't that salt?

"Mother, what is this?" she asked curiously.

Mu Xia patted her hand and walked onto the stage, the noise from the audience gradually subsided.

"Today, we are holding a birthday party for Ningning. We have invited everyone here, firstly to celebrate her birthday, and secondly for these things."

The orcs below the stage all looked up at the white salt.

"These things are called salt. I'm sure some of you already know that. That's right, it's what you put on food to enhance its flavor."

"Another important function is that it can be used to marinate food..."

As Shu Ning watched Mu Xia on stage introducing the salt, she finally understood her purpose: to take this opportunity to publicly disclose the salt.

She looked at Xiao Chong on the stage, his posture upright and his expression serious.

She wanted to greet him, but didn't call out; she just waved slightly at him.

When Xiao Chong saw her secretly greeting him, his serious expression suddenly softened, and then the corners of his mouth turned up slightly.

Xuan Lin, who was standing to the side, looked slightly complicated upon seeing their interaction.

After introducing the salt, Mu Xia then spoke to the orcs below about fire and treating parasites...

Finally, he said that all of this was thanks to Shu Ning.

When Shu Ning heard this, she felt that something was wrong. Why say such things?

Xiao Chong and Xuan Lin were both involved in the salt matter, so why are you only talking about her?

She looked at Xiao Chong, whose face was expressionless at that moment.

She must be the one he told Mu Xia.

But why tell them these things publicly?

Shu Ning thought of what the witch doctor had just said...

What election...

Could it be that her mother is using her birthday to publicly "campaign" for her future?

Mu Yu, who was standing to the side, had already guessed this, as she knew from Mu Xia's words that she would reveal the salt matter on Shu Ning's birthday.

Although she knew that it was indeed Shu Ning who discovered it, she still couldn't help feeling annoyed. She always felt that her mother seemed to value her more.

It seems she lost this time.

"Well done," she said as she passed by Shu Ning.

"However, this is just the beginning."

She chuckled softly and then left.

Shu Ning had a headache; this enemy had appeared out of nowhere.

Doesn't she like Xuan Lin?

What does this have to do with her going to find salt to start a fire and gather herbs?

Is it still that election issue?

She seemed to finally understand why she had been targeting her, whether intentionally or unintentionally.

So that's what it was for.

After Mu Xia finished telling her story about Shu Ning, she asked Xiao Chong and the others to come down.

Next, I'll talk about some everyday things.

After leaving the podium.

He walked over to Shu Ning, naturally pulled her into his arms, and patted her head.

"How are you feeling today? Is there anything else that's bothering you?" he asked, looking down at her.

“It’s much better now,” Shu Ning replied.

"Okay, that's good. Are you hungry?" Xiao Chong asked.

"I'm not hungry, I just ate not long ago."

...

Xuan Lin watched as they walked past him and left, a strange sense of irritation rising within him.

"Friendly reminder: Xuan Lin's favorability has increased by 5 points, currently at -35."

While chatting with Xiao Chong, she suddenly heard a notification from the system assistant. She turned around and glanced at Xuan Lin, whose face was icy cold.

Sigh, this man needs to be ignored for a while.

But she was happy at the moment, feeling like she had gotten revenge for him walking alongside Mu Yu while leaving her to walk alone behind.

Is this the behavior of a beast?

And even though he knew she had publicly confessed her feelings to him, he didn't take the initiative to distance himself from her.

The next second, she began to doubt her own idea.

She was being petty. He doesn't like her yet, and she shouldn't make too many demands on someone who has no feelings for her.

If his feelings for her grow to the point of liking her and he continues to act this way, then she'll have to teach him a lesson.

Seeing her looking down with her emotions shifting between light and dark, Xiao Chong asked worriedly, "What's wrong?"

"It's nothing," Shu Ning replied.

"If you feel unwell, be sure to tell me. Don't bottle it up, okay?"

"Yes, I'm really fine, Xiao Chong." Shu Ning heard the system's voice after she finished speaking.

"Host, please note the following is a new task: Please complete mating with any beast mate within 7 days."