Beauty Snake - Chapter 91

Chapter 91: Let’s See How Long Her “Silly Snake” Can Hold Out.

Just like humans, the Snake Clan celebrates the New Year, and their way of celebrating is by hosting an annual fireworks festival.

Since it concerned the entire clan, the heavy burden of preparation naturally fell upon the shoulders of the Clan Leader, Xie Chu. But this year was different; Xie Chu’s abacus had been clicking away with a plan long ago, and so the unlucky Ji Yunfei was dragged into the ranks of the preparation committee.

Because she had to help Xie Chu and the others, Ji Yunfei hadn’t been idle lately, and the frequency of her “harassing” Xie Yin had dropped significantly. While she was a bit unhappy about not having time to seek out Xie Yin to “increase their affection,” her negative emotions vanished the moment she thought about what she was planning to do at the festival.

She believed Xie Yin would love her little surprise.

On the other side, without the person who used to squat eagerly at her door every day just to chat for a few sentences, Xie Yin actually found herself somewhat unaccustomed to it. It seemed that, without realizing it, she had already grown used to opening her door every morning to find a strawberry cookie, and having that “evil human” who claimed to be her wife shamelessly lean in to strike up a conversation.

Ever since she verified Ji Yunfei’s claims with Xie Chu, Xie Yin’s view of the woman had become complicated. She still couldn’t quite accept that this mischievous, evil human who loved to tease her was actually her wife—and that she, before her amnesia, had apparently loved her to death.

However… since they had spoken clearly last time, the woman’s behavior had indeed become more restrained. Of course, it was also possible that preparing for the festival was so exhausting that she had no spare energy left to “toy” with her for fun.

Ji Yunfei had reined in the naughty impulses in her heart, which caused Xie Yin’s opinion of her to improve slightly. Although not by much, she had shifted from an extremely derogatory status like “pervert” or “rogue” to a somewhat acceptable one: “a scheming fox of a suitor.”

Hmph, she said she wanted to chase me, but then she disappears for days on end and doesn’t even send strawberry cookies? Is this any way to pursue someone? And she said she’d let me see her actions and her sincerity…

“Bah!” A faint sweetness of strawberry jam lingered in her mouth, but the dopamine from eating sweets was far from enough to soothe the current Xie Yin. She reached out to grab another cookie, only to find the bag empty. She looked up and realized that the large bag of cookies Ji Yunfei had given her had somehow been eaten clean.

Unable to eat her cookies and unable to see the person, the more Xie Yin thought about it, the more her teeth itched with irritation. Before her brain could react, she had already rushed out of the house.

Since she didn’t know Ji Yunfei’s whereabouts, Xie Yin wandered to the plaza where the most people gathered. Among the many snake demons, she spotted Glasses Guy carrying a large box of fireworks. She stepped forward quickly and blocked his path: “Glasses, have you seen the evil human?”

Suddenly blocked, Glasses Guy trembled and almost dropped the box. Seeing the annoyed Xie Yin with her hands on her hips and hearing her question, he wore a lost and bewildered expression.

“……” Xie Yin was speechless for a moment before realizing that “evil human” was a nickname only she used. She sighed: “I mean Ji Yunfei…”

Only then did Glasses Guy understand. However, was Ji Yunfei’s name so “scalding” to the tongue that she had to use “evil human” as a substitute?

Master isn’t evil at all! Master is the best human in the world! Glasses Guy silently protested in his heart for Ji Yunfei, but he didn’t show it on his face.

“Oh, you mean Master… she’s been mysterious lately, and I don’t know her exact schedule. But I heard she’s been appearing frequently at the North Mountain Spirit Springs and the festival market…”

“Hey—” Before Glasses Guy could finish, the person in front of him vanished. He pouted and muttered softly: “Master and Boss really have a silent understanding…” Both disappeared right before he finished his sentences; they truly were a perfect match.

Having obtained the information she wanted, Xie Yin went non-stop to the festival market, which was still under construction, hoping to try her luck.

She just wanted to get more strawberry cookies from Ji Yunfei as soon as possible. It was definitely not because she wanted to see that evil human. Definitely not.

Soon she arrived at the market area. Many stalls had already been set up on the wide streets, and the market was starting to take shape. Xie Yin wove through the crowd, her eyes like searchlights scanning everyone for Ji Yunfei’s silhouette.

Quickly, her gaze landed on a figure talking and laughing with those around her—it was Ji Yunfei.

Ji Yunfei was standing in front of piles of fireworks, speaking to two young snake girls whose eyes were sparkling. The corners of her mouth were turned up slightly in a smile like warm spring sunshine, making people instinctively want to be near her. Her eyes were curved, her gaze locked onto the two young girls with an expression full of patience and gentleness.

“Heh, ‘preparing for the festival,’ my foot… turns out she’s busy picking up girls?” Xie Yin hid in the distance, watching the three of them. Her words carried a sourness she hadn’t noticed herself.

Truly a big-hearted flirt… I must have been possessed by a ghost to actually consider accepting this evil radish…

Xie Yin was angered into a laugh by her own “stupidity.” She followed the “evil radish” with her eyes, and seeing the other end her conversation and turn to leave, she immediately followed stealthily behind her.

She wanted to see what this evil Ji Yunfei was actually busy with all day.

Meanwhile, the “radish” in question—completely unaware that she was no longer considered human in Xie Yin’s heart—was happily imagining how moved Xie Yin would be when she saw the surprise.

She had just spent a lot of effort coaxing those two young snake girls to coordinate the firework timing. She believed Xie Yin would definitely love it, and perhaps they would even get closer…

“Hehe…” As she thought, she couldn’t help but giggle like a fool. Having some free time today and not having seen Xie Yin for several days, she planned to drop by later with some strawberry cookies.

The silly snake’s cookies were likely almost gone, so it was the perfect time to restock her.

But… before seeing her wife, there was one thing to do.

Ji Yunfei raised her arm and sniffed herself. There was a faint scent of sweat mixed with laundry detergent. While the scent wasn’t strong, she couldn’t go see Xie Yin like this. When seeing a wife, one must always be fragrant.

Thinking of seeing Xie Yin shortly, Ji Yunfei’s mood became increasingly pleasant. She quickened her pace toward the North Mountain Spirit Springs.

During these days of preparation, her itinerary always bounced between the market and the springs. Preparing a festival was no easy task; usually, by the end of the day, she was covered in sweat, making the daily spirit spring bath essential.

Of course, soaking in the spring wasn’t just for cleanliness. The Snake Clan’s spirit springs also had body-tempering effects. Ji Yunfei’s current body was simply too weak to look at, so Xie Chu had told her to soak in the springs daily to enhance her physical functions.

Lest a battle arrive and she couldn’t even run away in time…

Though Ji Yunfei didn’t want to admit it, it was the truth. This body wasn’t like her life as an Exorcist; if she didn’t hurry to temper her body, she wouldn’t be able to withstand much. If she couldn’t protect herself, how could she protect Xie Yin?

“Sigh…” Mentioning this made Ji Yunfei sigh. The enemy was in the dark while they were in the light. How much longer could the Snake Den hide?

Crackle— In the silent mountain forest, the sound of a dry leaf being stepped on rang out. It was abrupt and piercing, instantly pulling Ji Yunfei out of her thoughts.

She turned around alertly, scanning the surroundings, but found nothing. Was it a hallucination? No, impossible. the sound was too clear and right around her.

“Hmm…?” Just as she was about to search in the direction of the movement, a faint, strange fragrance wafted past her nose.

So familiar… Ji Yunfei sniffed carefully. The scent was elusive and very faint; even with her sensitive sense of smell, it took her a while to identify it.

It was the scent of narcissus… Xie Yin’s scent.

The heart that had leaped into her throat slowly settled. Knowing that Xie Yin was secretly following her, Ji Yunfei’s mood became even more joyful. She pretended not to notice: “I guess I was hearing things…” She turned back and continued along her planned route.

She hadn’t expected the silly snake to come to her door when she hadn’t visited for a few days. How could she not be excited?

Since she was here, it was a golden opportunity—might as well take it. Ji Yunfei curled her lips as a small scheme quietly formed in her heart.

Meanwhile, Xie Yin, who had plunged her head into a bush in a panic, only dared to poke her head out after hearing Ji Yunfei’s words and receding footsteps.

“Phew, that was close. I wasn’t discovered.” She brushed away the weeds stuck in her hair and continued to follow cautiously, maintaining a safe distance.

After following for a while, Ji Yunfei finally stopped. Seeing this, Xie Yin quickly crouched behind a tree large enough to hide her, poking out only a pair of green snake eyes.

She watched Ji Yunfei stand there, and then slowly… untie her robes?!

The golden silk belt loosened with Ji Yunfei’s movements and slid to the ground. The red-and-white patterned robe, now unrestrained, became loose. Ji Yunfei, intending to seduce, slowed her movements, letting the robe slide down bit by bit along the curve of her shoulders…

She tilted her head slightly, her peripheral vision scanning the silly snake who thought she was hidden well. Her eyes seemed to ripple like autumn water, full of seductive intent.

Seeing the small head snap back as if it had been burned, Ji Yunfei laughed inwardly. She really can’t take a joke.

Seeing no further movement from Xie Yin, she parted her lips slightly, letting out a faint, lingering sigh. As she expected, the missing head popped back out from behind the tree.

Thus, she let the robe continue to slide, gradually exposing her pale shoulders to the air. The slight curve on her back was like a butterfly spreading its wings, the lines smooth and beautiful, every rise and fall perfectly placed with an innate elegance.

With her clothes half-shed, she stepped forward like a snow leopard seeking prey, slowly walking into the steaming spring water, letting the rising mist dampen her chestnut-colored hair.

Let’s see how long her “Silly Snake” can hold out.

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