Qin Luo keenly noticed Yin Shuang's series of small movements and sensed her restless intentions. His brows furrowed, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.
Silver Frost's deliberate seduction and delay aroused a slight displeasure in him.
Yinshuang noticed this subtle change in expression, which startled her so much that her face turned deathly pale. In her panic, she quickly suppressed the alluring demeanor she had deliberately displayed, her movements filled with unease and tension.
Qin Luo didn't linger, shifting his gaze from Yin Shuang, and coldly spoke:
“I’m not very interested in the complicated affairs of the fox clan. I’m here for only one thing.” She paused slightly before continuing, “I need two spots for the festival. You can arrange the rest yourselves.”
The voice was deep and powerful, leaving no room for doubt in the somewhat quiet space.
Yinshuang lowered her head, not daring to look Qin Luo in the eye, and whispered in response:
"Yes...sir, I understand."
At this moment, she had lost all trace of the allure and boldness she had shown just moments before.
After glancing around at the fox clan members who were still kneeling, Qin Luo continued:
"Don't try any tricks on me, people of your clan. As long as you meet my demands, I won't interfere too much in the affairs of the fox clan. But if anyone dares to disobey, or tries to scheme against me in secret, hehe..."
Upon hearing this, the fox clan members all prostrated themselves and kowtowed, shouting, "We will obey your orders, sir!" Their voices echoed throughout the square for a long time.
Seeing this, Yinshuang secretly glanced up at Qin Luo's cold and stern face, and pondered to herself:
This adult may appear young, but he possesses a ruthlessness far beyond that of ordinary people. One must be extremely careful in one's actions from now on.
She steadied herself and said calmly, "My lord, I will make the arrangements immediately and ensure that the quota for the festival is settled as soon as possible."
Qin Luo nodded in response. Yin Shuang dared not delay any longer, turned and hurriedly left, her steps filled with panic and urgency.
After Silver Frost left, the fox clan members on the square also gradually and orderly withdrew, making the originally crowded square become empty and desolate.
At that moment, the middle-aged man from the Lingmeng Huanhu clan looked hesitant, his forehead deeply furrowed, as if he had gone through countless mental battles.
He then took a deep breath, trying to calm his nerves. Once he was a little more composed, he cautiously pulled Nuantang up and brought her to Qin Luo.
The middle-aged man's legs trembled, his knees buckled, and he knelt down. His voice trembled violently from extreme tension.
"Chief Lingmeng Huanhu greets Your Excellency!"
Nuantang followed closely behind her father, kneeling beside him. Though she remained silent, her eyes were filled with reverence.
The girl's graceful figure was like a delicate flower blooming in the breeze, every detail exuding a unique and charming allure, creating a distinctive scene in this open square.
Seeing the two of them approach, Qin Luo knew what they wanted to say.
"Get up."
"I will never break the promise I made before. I have already secured a spot for you in the festival. As for matters concerning your Lingmeng Huanhu clan, you can communicate directly with Feng Liao later, and he will assist you in handling them properly."
Upon hearing this, the middle-aged man felt as if he had been granted a pardon and hurriedly kowtowed in gratitude.
"We will never forget your great kindness and virtue!"
After saying that, he secretly patted Nuantang on the back. The movement was light, but it carried an unquestionable meaning.
Nuantang felt helpless and at a loss after being patted, and subconsciously whispered, "Father, Nuantang..."
But the words had barely left her mouth when she met her father's subtle yet extremely stern gaze. That look instantly made Nuantang swallow back the words she was about to say.
The middle-aged man put on a fawning smile and said with a hint of obsequiousness:
“My lord, I dare not elaborate on this matter, but I am afraid that you will need someone to take care of you within the fox clan. Nuantang has been well-behaved and clever since childhood, and she is quite attentive to many matters, so I dare to suggest that Nuantang stay by your side to serve you. She will certainly be able to arrange your daily life properly, and I hope that you will agree.”
Hearing this, Qin Luo raised an eyebrow and glanced at Nuantang. He saw that the girl was petite, her head was bowed very low, and her hands were nervously clutching the hem of her clothes.
Those eyelashes, like the wings of a startled butterfly, trembled incessantly, as if silently expressing their inner unease.
Looking at the somewhat uneasy girl, Qin Luo felt a sense of helplessness regarding the fox clan's affairs.
Whether it was Silver Frost who had been extremely seductive to him not long ago, or the middle-aged man standing in front of him now with a fawning expression, their actions were all driven by an instinctive choice to attach themselves to the strong.
Yinshuang schemed and plotted to use her alluring and seductive charm to gain his favor and protection, thereby consolidating her power within the fox clan and even rising in status.
The middle-aged man in front of them also pushed his own daughter to the forefront without hesitation, hoping to establish a close relationship with him and reap considerable benefits for the Lingmeng Huanhu clan.
It's no wonder that the slightly derogatory term "vixen" has spread so widely in the world, given such behavior.
However, in Qin Luo's view, although this behavior may bring some benefits in the short term, in the long run it is undoubtedly like drinking poison to quench thirst.
Once the powerful figure they rely on falls or loses interest in them, the fox clan may face annihilation.
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