As a high noble of the Snake Clan, Fei’er had been adopted by the Valoran Empire’s Royal Family in her youth. Now, she was the Empire’s most favored and esteed Princess.
Upon glimpsing the prodigy from the Rabbit Clan, her golden pupils narrowed in displeasure.
"Noel, are you still half-asleep? Just listen to yourself."
"I appreciate the Princess’s concern. I slept very well last night. It’s just that, Your Highness has been away in the Moon Rising Empire for quite so ti, so perhaps you are not aware—"
"I know!" the snake female impatiently cut him off. "She’s the Duke’s pet!"
"You are not aware." The young man rested his chin on one hand, his tone leisurely. "She is pregnant with the Duke’s child."
Noel of the Rabbit Clan enunciated every word, "According to Imperial law, a pregnant female is not required to perform a grand salute to any noble, and that includes the Royal Family."
"You want to punish her? Break her legs? The Female Protection Association will bring charges against you in the Holy Law Hall. Even as the Empire’s Princess, you would face punishnt by torture."
’What?!’
Fei’er’s golden eyes widened, and she stared in disbelief at the small female rabbit before her.
’She’s pregnant?!’
’And it’s Duke Bolan’s child?!’
Every Beastman present had heard the Rabbit Clan prodigy’s words loud and clear.
The shopkeeper was utterly astonished—
She had figured the little female’s status was noble, but she never imagined it was *this* esteed!
No wonder so many guards from the Duke Mansion had co to escort her on her outing today.
Fei’er was so furious she could only grind her teeth.
She stared sullenly at the young woman before her. ’I was only in the Moon Rising Empire for half a year, and this despicable rabbit already beat to the punch!’
’When I ran into them at the market today, I just assud the Duke was looking for a new fling and wanted to put her in her place. I never expected her to actually be pregnant!!’
On the Beast World Planet, pregnant females enjoyed every privilege.
Privileges that even transcended their own social class.
Whether they were a C or an S , once pregnant, they would receive all-encompassing protection. Any Beastman who dared to give them trouble would be brought before the Holy Law Hall by the Female Protection Association—
And that was no pleasant place.
Even the haughtiest noble would leave having lost a layer of skin.
As furious as Fei’er was, she had no choice but to take a few steps back.
’If this little rabbit is scheming enough to take a deliberate fall, I’ll never be able to clear my na!’
"...Hmph."
Princess Fei’er, holding her umbrella, took a wide berth, deliberately choosing the longest route out of the shop.
She gave the little female rabbit a cold glance. "Even if you’re carrying Duke Bolan’s child, he will never beco your Beast Husband."
"To him, you’re just a fling!"
The Beastn kneeling at the entrance slowly rose to their feet after the Princess had walked far away.
They exchanged bewildered glances—
’Who would have thought we’d hear such big news just by coming to the market!’
’The Empire’s most esteed Duke actually has an heir?! All anyone knew was that he had never taken a wife and had adopted four children from the Snake Clan.’
’If the Rabbit Clan Lady is carrying the Duke’s bloodline—’
’The child should perfectly inherit his talent!’
This was trendous news for the Valoran Empire!
You see, the Duke had awakened the rare ’Cloud Mist’ talent. While his spiritual power was never made public, his overall rating had reached SSS !
One could only imagine how high his spiritual power was!
Originally, only those in the Duke Mansion knew about Yu Zhizhi’s pregnancy.
Now, the entire Imperial City knew.
Their gazes toward Yu Zhizhi were now filled with respect. As they left, each of them offered a parting salute.
The shopkeeper repeatedly wiped her hands with a handkerchief, and her movents were slow and deliberate as she leaned on her cane.
"Miss, if you’re looking for a gift for the Duke, I have a treasure that just arrived from Cang Mountain. Would you like to see it?"
The Duke’s birthday was fast approaching.
The nobles of the Empire were all procuring gifts, and Princess Fei’er had even co to the market to choose one personally.
The little female rabbit before her surely had the sa intention.
"Cang Mountain?" Yu Zhizhi’s expression faltered slightly. She shook her head gently. "...I don’t think that will work."
’The Duke gave the impression that he doesn’t really like Cang Mountain.’
’He especially dislikes it when I ntion—’
’Dracula.’
’It seems no one knows his real na, even now.’
Yu Zhizhi kept it hidden in her heart, not ntioning it to any Beastman.
She looked at the Luck Bags hanging from the shop’s rafters. Most were red, embroidered with beautiful, vintage patterns.
Among them was an ink-blue embroidered Luck Bag. On it was vintage-style prayer script, tied with a red silk ribbon, and the pendant at the bottom was a small copper coin.
She was drawn to it at first glance.
"I want that one."
The shopkeeper followed the direction she was pointing. After spotting the Luck Bag, a flash of realization crossed her eyes. "One mont, Miss. I’ll get it for you right away."
In the Valoran Empire, Luck Bags were items used to pray to the gods for blessings, usually bought as a gift for one’s beloved.
She had forgotten.
The female before her and the Duke had a very intimate relationship.
Even though Princess Fei’er’s words were extrely harsh, it couldn’t hide the fact that the Rabbit Clan female was carrying the Duke’s Snake Pup.
On this point alone, even if they were to separate in the future, this young lady would forever be an honored guest of the Duke Mansion.
And when the Beast cubs grew up, they would be extrely devoted to their mother.
The shopkeeper retrieved the blue Luck Bag.
Yu Zhizhi held it in her hands, examining it closely, and finally decided on it.
In addition,
Yu Zhizhi also asked for a Red Fortune Bag.
The Hamster maid paid.
Surrounded by the guards, she walked towards the carriage.
She looked up at the young man from the Rabbit Clan sitting on the carriage roof. His legs were crossed, and he was propping up his chin with one hand, looking bored, his gaze distant.
Yu Zhizhi smiled at him, placing her hands on her chest and giving a slight nod.
"Thank you for helping today."
"You’re welco."
’I just happened to be at the market today and saw the Duke Mansion’s carriage. I was thinking of hitching a ride, and then I witnessed that little drama.’
’The Empire’s spoiled Princess Fei’er, giving this little rabbit a hard ti.’
’On the one hand, as a prodigy of the Rabbit Clan, it’s my duty to protect my own kind. On the other hand, this little female rabbit has piqued my interest, and I didn’t want to see her get hurt.’
Yu Zhizhi reached into her robes and pulled out sothing she had just bought at the shop.
"This is for you."
Previously, Noel had saved the Wild Dogs, and she never had a chance to thank him.
And just now, he had helped her again.
After picking out a gift for the Duke, she saw this pretty Red Fortune Bag and bought it as well.
Noel of the Rabbit Clan froze.
He looked down.
He looked at the young woman beside the carriage, her right hand held up. Her delicate fingers held a Red Fortune Bag, its silk ribbons fluttering in the breeze.
The wind brushed stray hairs across her cheeks, rustled the hem of her light blue skirt, and lit up the lovely, radiant smile on her face.
The surrounding guards looked on in astonishnt.
The Hamster maid almost dropped the various trinkets she was holding.
Quickly, they all turned their backs, not daring to look any longer.
Guard Captain Jieao was utterly shocked—
’Ms. Zhi Zhi is giving Lord Noel a Luck Bag?’
’She...’
’She has feelings for Lord Noel?’
Noel of the Rabbit Clan stared at her intently. After a long mont, a playful smile touched his lips. "For ?"
"Yes," Yu Zhizhi nodded.
She was afraid the young man on the carriage roof wouldn’t be able to reach.
So, she stood on her tiptoes.
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