She gave birth to a litter of furry babies, thus extending her life.

Chapter 252 His Occasional Temper Tantrums

Ruan Xiyue asked Jiu Chen to bring out the eight cubs from the cub house to nurse them. She transformed into the Iron-Eating Beast and, while feeding the cubs, asked Long Ze and Jiu Chen, "What do you think the Spirit Fox Tribe's attitude is?"

Long Ze looked at Jiu Chen, clearly indicating that he wanted Jiu Chen to speak first and wanted to hear Jiu Chen's perspective on the matter.

Jiu Chen then bluntly stated, "I feel that the Spirit Fox Tribe's attitude is that they want to investigate Xia Weier's beast husband for killing their elder in their tribe."

"However, Dong Songlin may have guessed that the lavish gift sent by the Treasure-Hunting Rat Tribe was not in accordance with regulations or logic."

"Then, he noticed Niannian and Sisi, which made him even more convinced that the actions of the Treasure-Hunting Rat Tribe had a certain logic to them."

"The reason he pulled that orc away was probably because the Spirit Fox Tribe wanted to convey something that we didn't want to hear."

"Dong Songlin felt that the benefits we could bring to the Spirit Fox Tribe far outweighed the losses they suffered at the hands of Xiaweier Beastman. So, he took away the beastman who delivered the message."

Ruan Xiyue nodded: "I think so too. The Spirit Fox Tribe is quite adorable. The higher-ups are all idiots, but there are many normal beastmen in the middle and lower ranks. It's tough for them. It's really not easy for them to live. It's quite impressive that they haven't died out into a small or medium-sized tribe."

Jiu Chen picked up Ruan Xiyue, who had just finished feeding the cubs: "Let's stop talking about those things that bother you and are uncertain. Let's talk about something else."

Ruan Xiyue quickly buried her face in Jiu Chen's chest because she could feel Long Ze's gaze.

Longze silently settled the cubs in and then went to cook.

Ruan Xiyue silently came up behind Long Ze and hugged his waist: "Why are you making stir-fries again? Sweet and sour pork? I haven't had it in so long! How did you know I wanted this!"

Long Ze raised an eyebrow: "How come he's so weak now? So fast?"

Ruan Xiyue gently punched Long Ze on the back: "What nonsense are you talking about! Jiu Chen has also reached the Silver Rank, and he has taken another pill. He will be in a state of living hell for the next three days."

Long Ze glanced at Ruan Xiyue: "So, do you need me to look after Jiu Chen for a bit?"

Ruan Xiyue shook her head: "Isn't it necessary? Why don't you go and check on him after you finish eating? If he really can't hold on any longer, you can help me take care of him for a while."

Long Ze appeared nonchalant, but still asked, "When you fed me that pill, were you worried that something might happen to me?"

Ruan Xiyue shook her head: "I wasn't worried. I knew you could handle it!"

After all, Duoduo had told Ruan Xiyue that she definitely wouldn't die! It's a system product, so its quality is guaranteed!

Long Ze's naturally upturned smile suddenly drooped slightly.

"I'm sorry! I really thought my husband Longze was so amazing, so I overlooked your vulnerability."

Long Ze lowered his eyes and remained silent.

However, Ruan Xiyue then asked, "Does A plus B equal B plus A?"

Long Ze paused for a moment, then nodded: "Yes."

Does my love for you mean you love me?

Long Ze looked away. Apart from in bed, Ruan Xiyue had almost never said she loved him.

Long Ze's drooping lips began to curve upwards, and he even seemed somewhat pleased: "Hmm."

“So if I’m wrong, does that mean you’re wrong?” Ruan Xiyue continued seriously.

Long Ze sensed something was wrong: "Hmm?"

"I forgive you, does that mean you forgive me too!" Ruan Xiyue's voice was no longer the soft, coquettish tone she had just used.

Long Ze looked down at Ruan Xiyue standing beside him: "Hmm?"

“I’ve already apologized to you. If you keep doing this, I’ll get angry!” Ruan Xiyue said seriously.

Long Ze laughed in exasperation and reached out to pinch Ruan Xiyue's cheek: "Your logic..."

Ruan Xiyue waved her hand: "Fine, okay! Let's have a cold war then!"

Long Ze took a step and caught up with Ruan Xiyue, hoisted her onto his shoulder, and slapped her on the butt: "Well done, turning the tables on me!"

Ruan Xiyue snorted coldly: "Weren't you angry? I'm so nice, I even got angry with you!"

After Long Ze finished cooking the stir-fried pork with green plums, he put Ruan Xiyue down and said, "Take the plates! Eat!"

Ruan Xiyue raised an eyebrow, looking at Long Ze's expression. Unable to tell if he was still angry, she continued to snort coldly, but obediently carried the food and followed behind Long Ze.

Ruan Xiyue put down the food, turned around and went to the kitchen to put a pot of minced meat porridge for the cubs into her portable parenting space. She then put all the cubs into her space before returning to the dining table.

Long Ze raised an eyebrow slightly, noticing that Ruan Xiyue still seemed to have a sullen face, so he started eating without saying a word.

Long Ze pinched Ruan Xiyue's cheek: "You've already taken the initiative, are you really going to stay angry with me forever?"

Ruan Xiyue snorted and continued to ignore Long Ze.

Long Ze was just acting on a whim, wanting to see Ruan Xiyue coax him, but he didn't expect that Qi Heng's approach was completely unsuitable for him.

Instead of winning him over, Ruan Xiyue made him angry.

Long Ze could only silently serve food to Ruan Xiyue.

Seeing that Long Ze was only busy serving her food while barely eating any himself, Ruan Xiyue suppressed a laugh and served Long Ze a few pieces of meat.

Longze sighed softly and ate the meat along with the millet.

Ruan Xiyue and Long Ze had just finished eating when they heard Jiu Chen's muffled groan upstairs turn into a low growl.

Ruan Xiyue frowned and gripped Long Ze's large hand tightly.

"It hurt so much, how come you didn't make a sound at all?" Ruan Xiyue then began to feel sorry for Long Ze.

Long Ze ruffled Ruan Xiyue's hair: "I don't want you to worry. And I really can handle it."

Ruan Xiyue felt extremely guilty and dragged Long Ze up to see Jiu Chen.

But before they even got close to the door, they heard Jiu Chen shout from inside: "Don't come in!"

Long Ze frowned slightly. He turned to look at Ruan Xiyue, whose face was filled with self-blame and sadness. While Long Ze was enduring such excruciating pain, she was busy...

Ruan Xiyue took Long Ze's hand and walked downstairs again: "He doesn't want us to see him in such a disheveled state, so let's not go over there for now."

Ruan Xiyue lay in Long Ze's arms, her fingers gently tracing his sharp features with guilt. She hugged him tightly, burying herself in his embrace, remaining silent.

Long Ze kissed Ruan Xiyue's forehead, and then quietly held her, keeping her company.

As expected, Qi Heng arrived late at night, and Long Ze opened the door, carrying Ruan Xiyue in one arm.

Long Ze raised an eyebrow and said in a low voice, "I just got her to sleep. If you need anything, come back tomorrow."

Qi Heng's previously haggard, red-rimmed, and pitiful appearance vanished instantly, replaced by a cold stare at Long Ze:

"I'm doing my best to make the Fox Clan her support; you shouldn't stop her from becoming my partner!"

Long Ze chuckled: "When it comes to marriage, it always depends on her wishes! Even if I express my dissatisfaction, if she's made up her mind, she'll marry him. That's how Jiu Chen entered our family. If your marriage with her doesn't work out, it just means you don't hold much weight in her heart!"

Qi Heng's jaw tightened, and he narrowed his eyes. He still had a backup plan in the Spirit Fox Tribe and wanted to use it to control Long Ze.

However, Qi Heng hesitated and thought it over again. He felt that if he could manipulate Long Ze at this time and have Long Ze persuade Ruan Xiyue to marry him from the perspective of strengthening Ruan Xiyue's power, he would be able to do so.

It's likely that he'll never be able to win Ruan Xiyue's heart in this lifetime.