In her panic, Shengxia slipped.

"Ah—!" She leaned forward, quickly grabbing the large basket she had brought to hold the fish, and steadied herself.

Suddenly, the wind picked up.

A strong wind howled past, and in the middle of summer, she instinctively let go of her basket, which was blown upside down onto the ice by the wind.

Something got into her eye, and her bright almond-shaped eyes were half-closed, barely open, as she blinked rapidly, trying to remove the foreign object.

Physiological tears streamed down my face in the wind.

She raised her hand to wipe her eyes, her vision still blurry.

Xingmu, who had been secretly watching Shengxia from a short distance away, felt a pang of anxiety upon seeing this.

Before he could even think, he was already standing in front of Sheng Xia.

"Sister Shengxia, are you alright?" Xing Muxu helped her up, bent down to pick up the basket, and handed it to her.

The boy's blue eyes gazed at Sheng Xia with concern in them. He glanced down and saw that he was only wearing a fur skirt.

It's easy for him to take it off, but she definitely wouldn't want to wear it...

Which female would drape a male's animal skin skirt over her own body?

Xingmu was a little annoyed. He had gone out fishing today and felt that his physique had improved after his ability level was upgraded, so he was no longer afraid of the cold and didn't wear a coat.

Then she encountered a shivering, cold summer sister...

"I'm fine, thank you." Sheng Xia blinked, thanked her politely, and breathed a sigh of relief as she looked at the ice cracks behind her that had suddenly stopped widening.

“No…you’re welcome. It’s only right for males to protect females. Any other male would do the same,” Xingmu said, blushing.

My mind was racing with thoughts.

Sister Shengxia has such a beautiful voice.

Her tone of voice was so gentle~

What does she smell like? She smells wonderful!

...

After the light cleared, I suddenly noticed how beautiful his blue eyes were. I wondered if it was because of the weather, but his eyes were clean and clear, with a faint mist of moisture.

Like an innocent, bewildered fawn in the jungle.

Her blonde hair was smooth and her face was beautiful. The slightly upturned corners of her lips revealed her dimples, and her expression was both sweet and innocent.

As she looked at Xingmu, he also secretly watched her.

Summer Sister has long, jet-black hair, milky-white skin, and bright, lively eyes. Her nose is hidden under a scarf, and her bright eyes are slightly red.

What a nice view.

The face that has appeared countless times in my dreams is indeed even more beautiful in reality.

He dared not meet her gaze openly, his eyelids lowered, and when his eyes met her bright, lively gaze, he hurriedly looked away.

She obediently replied, "You're welcome."

Sheng Xia sighed inwardly, thinking how well-behaved and adorable the boy was!

How come your voice is so beautiful!

Suddenly the scorpion's tail flashed out and then quickly retracted.

In the sweltering summer heat, his pupils dilated dramatically, and his smile cracked.

He was so handsome, completely to her liking; she almost forgot he was a terrifying scorpion… that male named Xingmu…

He took a few steps back subtly, his eyes scanning the surroundings, trying to find an open space to release Wolf King and the others.

Her backward movement was very small, but Xingmu, who had been paying attention to her, still saw it.

He was somewhat disappointed, took a step back, lowered his eyes, and spoke with particular sincerity.

"Sister Shengxia, I'm sorry, I scared you again."

Can't you cut off a scorpion's tail?

Sheng Xia's lips twitched awkwardly. What could she say?

"No, I wasn't scared."

Suddenly, a scorpion's tail appeared, its dark, gleaming tip sending chills down her spine and making her heart race.

My heart feels like it's going to jump out of my chest, pounding nonstop?

It wasn't attraction, it was fear.

One second Xingmu was feeling disappointed by Shengxia's retreat, but the next second, upon hearing her words, his mood instantly soared.

His lips curled up in a smile, and his blue eyes shone with a pure joy.

Xingmu quietly raised his eyes, gazing at her face with almost greedy eyes. This was the female he had fallen in love with at first sight and had silently loved for a long time.

Right now, right in front of them, it's just the two of them.

His fingertips curled slightly, then he restrained himself and pulled them back.

No, he can't get too close, she'll be scared...

The midday sun was rather dim, and the wind was biting cold.

A gust of wind blew by, rustling the summer forest on the opposite bank of the river. The sound of the wind blowing through the leaves masked the sneaky rustling sounds beneath the ice.

It was a strong, large fish with a silvery sheen.

At this moment, it was anxiously using its exceptionally sharp teeth to gnaw at the ice beneath Sheng Xia's feet.

Just as it was about to break through the ice and drag the sweet-tasting female into the water, a sharp, black scorpion tail suddenly shot out from the side, and lightning struck the big fish precisely.

The fish was too weak to wag its tail and lay down completely.

Then came a sweet, concerned voice: "Sister Shengxia, are you alright?"

Seeing Shengxia's terrified gaze... fixed on his tail! Xingmu's heart tightened, as if burned by fire, and he instantly retracted his tail and took several steps back.

"Sister Shengxia, don't be afraid, I'll stay away."

The sweet, childlike voice that escaped her throat carried a hint of grievance, which softened Sheng Xia's heart.

This obedient nature of hers should make her a lot of fun to play with...

Ah... no, what is she thinking?

She has so many partners!

Why would she suddenly crave other males...?

It's a scorpion; she must be crazy.

"Thank you, I'm fine, I'm not scared." Sheng Xia blushed, her almond-shaped eyes curving into crescents as she politely thanked her.

After speaking, he glanced nervously at the large fish beside him.

It's silver, with a very plump belly, and looks delicious, but it seems to eat orcs... Never mind, I'd better not let my partner catch it.

Xingmu's eyes lit up when he noticed Shengxia's gaze.

He crouched down slightly, blinked, and felt his eyes welling up with tears. He then adopted the angle he had practiced for a long time and looked up at her.

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