Xiao Cheng was overjoyed to hear this. This was the very reason he had chosen the Tiger-headed Sea Eagle. He knew full well how much the young female and the cubs at home adored beautiful people and things.

Tiger-headed Sea Eagles were mighty and fierce, one of the overlords of the sea. More importantly, compared to other ferocious Flying Beasts, they were incredibly handsome. They had feathers as white as snow on their wings and tails, and their irises, powerful talons, and sharp, formidable beaks were all a vibrant, bright orange.

What satisfied him most was that Tiger-headed Sea Eagles had two more tail feathers than other eagles!

Little Jing smiled, nodding repeatedly. "Then let’s find our Ali a Tiger-headed Sea Eagle child husband who is tall and mighty, incredibly strong, kind-hearted, loyal and brave, wise and courageous... a fast flier, handsome and dashing, and who knows how to dote on his partner."

Ali was overjoyed to hear all those descriptors, giggling as she imagined herself soaring through the sky on the back of a half-grown sea eagle.

Meanwhile, Feng Yu, who could neither fly high nor fast, grumbled. ’How come none of those descriptions seem to fit me?’

’They’re handsome, but I’m just plain black. They’re tall and mighty, while I’m so plump I could be Tuanzi’s brother. They soar high and far, while I huff and puff just to flap a little off the ground...’

Feng Yu’s heart soured with jealousy. To prove he had his own good points, he continued to flap with all his might. He would push off the ground to launch himself into the air, and the moment he landed, he would immediately push off again, flapping and trying to get higher.

Little Jing felt like she was riding a pogo stick. Bumper cars were supposed to bump into each other; this was just nonstop bouncing. She could tell Feng Yu wasn’t in a good mood, though.

She smiled and patted Feng Yu. "Our Feng Yu is very handsome, too."

Feng Yu grumbled, "I’m pitch-black. Little Jing, you call this handsome?"

Little Jing sighed. ’What can I do? If it weren’t for the bond we formed from me incubating his egg every day, and for him imprinting on me at first sight, I definitely wouldn’t have chosen a child husband who’s so black he disappears at night.’

’But he’s mine,’ she thought. ’No matter what Feng Yu looks like, we’ll be together for life and never leave each other’s side.’

Little Jing said with a smile, "Feng Yu, haven’t you heard the story of the Ugly Duckling? Our Feng Yu is just like that. You’ll become very beautiful one day, with brilliantly colored feathers!"

It seemed her words were blessed—whatever she wished for came true. She felt she could accept everything about him; she just hoped he would grow up to be a little more handsome.

Feng Yu was happy now, bouncing even more joyfully. Bird Beastmen placed great importance on their appearance. To attract mates, many males had feathers of rich, splendid colors that were incredibly eye-catching.

Once they were over the plaza, Si Shuo leaned close to Yin Jiang’s head and asked, "Yin Jiang, take a look. Which of the males are powerful, talented, and have a good character?"

Yin Jiang listed them off for her, naming the ones he had carefully noted while observing the battles over the past few days.

Si Shuo muttered to Yin Jiang, "High Priest Yi Wan may have come from the Luoni Tribe and was even Couple Brothers with the tribe’s leader, but in reality, not that many beastmen firmly support him.

"Most of them are just sitting on the fence; it doesn’t matter to them who becomes High Priest. So, if we want our Fathers and Mothers to live peaceful and stable lives, we have to find one or two with powerful family backgrounds..."

Yin Jiang nodded. "Then let’s start by screening from this pool of outstanding males. Many of the most exceptional ones also have impressive backgrounds."

After all, families with good backgrounds also have more resources to improve their own potential and that of their offspring. Those who stand on higher ground can see farther; they naturally possess a breadth of mind and bearing that ordinary beastmen lack.

Si Shuo sized up a few candidates for Xia Ming, writing down their information and putting it in her storage space. She then had Xiao Cheng and Zhi Le go and vet these males.

Whenever she found one that met her requirements, she would carefully make a note of it, then call over to Xia Ming, who was sitting on Zhi Li amidst the crowd.

They were all watching the battle from atop their own Snow Leopard Beast Husbands. "Mother, both of our Fathers are land beasts. See that one on the stage? He’s an osprey Flying Beast. He’s also in the falcon family, a distant relative of my Hunting Falcon.

"In terms of his agile physique, his flying and hunting abilities, and his eyesight, he is one of the best among the Flying Beasts.

"Flying Beasts don’t usually have much of an advantage against land beasts, but just like my Yin Jiang, he can crush many land beasts of the same rank..."

Xia Ming’s eyes sparkled as she listened, but she asked apprehensively, "Si Shuo, I... I’m just ordinary. He’s so powerful, why would he ever be interested in me?"

Si Shuo laughed lightly. "Mother, don’t sell yourself short. You’re a sugar glider! Eagles and mice are natural enemies, which means they’ll be more drawn to you than to any other type of female.

"As a female, you need to be more confident. Confident females are more beautiful—they sparkle!

"I’ll teach you a line. It’s the very one I used to lure Gong You home from the arena..."

Xia Ming smiled, pressing her lips together. "I remember you telling me. It was... ’I’m crazy for you, I’m mad for you, I’ll bang my head against the wall for you!’"

"Yes, that’s the one! Mother, you have to shout it out! Don’t let another female beat you to him."

Xia Ming nodded forcefully and took a deep breath. Just as the osprey beastman on the stage won his match, she squeezed her eyes shut and shouted, "Hai Wei, I’m crazy for you, I’m mad for you, I—I’ll bang my head against the wall for you! Come home with me!"

After shouting, she didn’t dare open her eyes. It felt as if the entire world had gone silent. It was the first time in her life she’d ever done something so wild, and she regretted it the second the words left her mouth. ’How could I have been so impulsive and done something so stupid?’

Hai Wei tilted his head, looking at the small, mouse-like female with her eyes squeezed shut. Her skin was fair and her cheeks were slightly puffed. ’She looks so soft and delicate,’ he thought. ’Absolutely delicious!’

He raised an eyebrow, then walked down from the stage step by step until he was standing beside her.

Before he could say a word, Zhi Li shoved Xia Ming right into his arms!!??

Hai Wei... ’Wait, I’m still hesitating,’ he thought. ’I never said I’d go with her. Am I supposed to catch her or not?’

Xia Ming peeked open one eye, her heart racing. Bracing herself, she took the initiative and wrapped her arms around Hai Wei’s neck.

Hai Wei had spent years soaring freely over the sea, accustomed to a solitary, unrestrained life. He would at most give a nod to acquaintances; there was never any physical contact, let alone with a small, soft female like this.

His heart instantly softened.

"Hai Wei," Xia Ming began. Over the past few days, she had been tutored by Si Shuo and the cubs, memorizing countless lines for charming a mate until she could recite them in her sleep. But right now, her mind was a complete blank. All she could remember was Si Shuo saying that eagles and mice were natural enemies. "I’m... very easy to nibble on..."

The moment she said it, she froze, stunned by her own words. She immediately buried her face in his chest and refused to move an inch.

Hai Wei raised an eyebrow. Holding her with one arm, he took her other arm and actually gave it a nibble. The little female’s arm was smooth, pale, and so soft it felt boneless. He hadn’t even used much force, but he felt her tremble in pain.

He pulled her arm away and, sure enough, saw a row of dark red teeth marks. At the same time, he felt Zhi Li’s furious glare on him.

Hai Wei gently rubbed the marks with his thumb and said sheepishly, "I—I didn’t mean to bite you. You invited me to. Big deal... If it’s that big a deal, I’ll just give myself to you as compensation!"

’Then I can nibble on her whenever I want!’