Future Beast World: Becoming A Pampered Beauty-Chapter 189 - 133: I’m Not as Good as You Think

"Guest, please begin."

The iron cage opened, and ten pitch-black Abyssal Evil Crows shot out like arrows loosed from a bow!

Si Ye drew his bow at almost the same instant.

This was a type of High Rank Flying Star Beast extremely skilled at concealment and escape, capable of flying a hundred meters in an instant. It was nearly impossible for an ordinary person to track its flight path. What’s more, the tools provided were nothing but an ordinary wooden bow and arrow, making the task of shooting them down next to impossible.

SWOOSH!

No one saw the moment Si Ye released the arrow, but a black shadow plummeted from the sky.

A direct hit on the first try!

Before the crowd could even gasp in amazement, the second arrow was loosed, flying out the instant the first one had.

This arrow pierced through the air, skewering three Abyssal Evil Crows.

This time, the crowd fell silent, holding their breath.

Immediately after, the third and fourth arrows followed... Every arrow found its mark. In the blink of an eye, all ten Abyssal Evil Crows had fallen to the ground. Si Ye still had four wooden arrows left in his hand.

The Beastman host snapped back to his senses. "Your Excellency’s archery is superb!"

He spoke respectfully to Si Ye, "According to the competition rules, ten arrows are provided for ten crows. If all the crows are killed by the time the ten arrows are used, the contestant wins the first prize... Your Excellency’s martial skill is astonishing. To have four wooden arrows remaining is something that has never happened before. Please wait a moment while we consult the Shopkeeper."

Soon, an attendant returned and whispered something in the Beastman host’s ear.

He relayed the message, "Congratulations, Your Excellency! In addition to the Cyan Sea Jade, you may also select any four treasures from the first floor of the pavilion as an extra reward. Please, come with us."

Braving the envious gazes of the crowd, Si Ye leaped down from the stage, took Sang Luo’s hand, and led her over. "Take a look. See anything you want?"

Sang Luo accepted the Cyan Sea Jade from the Servant, stored it in her space, and picked out a few other gifts. Then, she and Si Ye went to wander elsewhere.

As the sky darkened, the number of Beastmen out for amusement only increased. Many cubs and females were also out enjoying the cool evening breeze, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere.

After dinner at a restaurant, they passed by a gambling den. Sang Luo’s eyes lit up as she tugged on Si Ye’s hand. "Ah Ye, my luck should be good today! This casino is so lively. Let’s go check it out."

"A casino? Absolutely not. That’s a filthy place where only unsavory, low-class Beastmen go. You can’t go. You’ll pick up bad habits."

"Let’s just go for a quick look, to broaden our horizons. Didn’t you say you’d spend the day with me!" Sang Luo grabbed his arm and started pulling him toward the casino.

"Alright, fine. I’ll go with you for a bit." Si Ye laughed helplessly.

Once the game started, Sang Luo placed a bet.

She lost.

Unwilling to accept defeat, she gritted her teeth and placed another bet.

She lost again.

She simply couldn’t believe her bad luck, placing several more bets that all vanished without a trace. Seeing her frustrated and defiant expression, Si Ye shook his head and took her place. "Let me win it back for you."

"With the Young Master taking action, you’re sure to return triumphant!"

Si Ye said, "...This is my first time in a casino, too."

The most he had ever done was a bit of Gambling Stone to find some accent stones for his sword scabbard. The rules and strategies of the casino games were quite new to him; he’d have to learn as he went.

Si Ye’s first bet also lost.

His brow furrowed slightly.

Sang Luo said, "An accident! It must have been an accident!"

Si Ye was much more serious the second time. He waited for everyone else to place their bets before casting the dice.

He lost again.

How could the ever-victorious Young Master tolerate such a situation?

Seeing him starting to get competitive, Sang Luo quickly said, "Maybe we should just go."

"I’ve almost got it. Just a few more rounds."

Sang Luo thought Si Ye was just being stubborn, but to her surprise, starting from the third round, it was as if he had activated a cheat. He went on a winning streak, not only earning back all the Spirit Stones they had lost but multiplying their winnings tenfold.

He knew when to stop and didn’t press his luck.

"You! Did you cheat?!" Sang Luo asked him.

"Guess." Si Ye gave her all the Crystal Stones he had won. "Did you have fun today?"

"I did."

As the designated heir of the Bian Clan, Si Ye had been raised under strict clan rules and a disciplined upbringing, meticulously cultivating his skills in literature, martial arts, etiquette, and music without a moment of laxity. This was a rare moment of indulgence for him, led on by her... but he had little interest in these things himself. Seeing Sang Luo’s joyous smile, Si Ye’s own heart brightened.

Just as the two of them were leaving the casino, a Beastman attendant ran out and handed them an invitation.

"Would you two distinguished guests like to visit the underground black market? There are many fine items up for auction tonight."

The attendants in the gambling den secretly assessed the assets of their patrons, covertly issuing invitations to the illegal black market to those who met a certain standard.

The attendant smiled slyly at Sang Luo. "Would the noble female like to take a look? There’s a male s*ave auction tonight. They have special physiques and have been trained to be excellent at serving people. Their skills in *that* department are simply irresistible!"

Si Ye’s face darkened, and he pulled Sang Luo away with large strides. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

"A black market? That sounds kind of interesting. Are you sure we can’t go take a look?"

"We are not going! Don’t even think about buying any of those sordid male slaves. I forbid it."

"Ahem, I’m just curious. I want to see."

"You can’t even look."

’She can only look at him.’

Si Ye ground his back teeth. ’I really want to just snatch her up, hide her in my den, and never let anyone else lay eyes on her.’

After the two of them had left, the attendant turned and went down a secluded alley, speaking to a man in a dark blue robe.

"First Young Master, Si Ye is sticking close to that pregnant female. I’m afraid it won’t be easy to make a move."

...

It was very late by the time they returned to their courtyard in the Royal Palace.

Sang Luo had been wandering around all day, and after eating, she was even more exhausted and sleepy. She flopped onto the bed and rolled over.

Si Ye quickly and carefully straightened her out.

"It’s fine. It’s only been half a month. My belly isn’t even showing yet."

"You still have to be careful," Si Ye chided gently.

Sang Luo yawned, took off her clothes, and prepared to sleep. Si Ye sat on the edge of the bed, his gaze fixed on her, filled with a restrained, suppressed heat.

Sang Luo wrapped her arms around his lean, powerful waist and nibbled lightly on his ear. "If you want to... just be gentle... it’s not impossible..."

Before she could finish, Si Ye pushed her back down onto the bed, his eyes filled with restraint. "No."

Sang Luo looked up at him, her eyes alluring. "After three months, it’ll be fine for us to be together. You can even nourish the cub with your power."

Si Ye’s Adam’s apple bobbed as he refused. "I won’t touch you until after you’ve given birth."

’No matter how much I want her, I will hold back.’

’I don’t want to expose her or the child to even the slightest risk.’

Si Ye caressed her face. "Get some sleep."

"Mmm." Sang Luo murmured, holding her arms out to him.

Si Ye slipped into the covers and held her.

「In the middle of the night,」 Sang Luo reached for the space beside her, only to find it empty. The bedding was already cold.

He was gone.

Waking with a start, Sang Luo was stunned for a moment before realization dawned.

’Si Ye takes care of me and accompanies me everywhere during the day, so he must go out hunting at night.’

’No wonder my food supply hasn’t run out for the past half-month.’

Just before dawn, Si Ye returned. He had already cleansed himself of the scent of blood before entering the room, his face etched with an exhaustion that couldn’t be concealed. But when he saw Sang Luo sleeping soundly on the bed, all his fatigue vanished, replaced by a gentle contentment.