Before Luan Feixue spoke up to the Prince Duke's son, Yasenia sent her a message with a soothing tone. 'Little Feixue, this is your chance, right? Take advantage of it!'
When she heard her, the mouth that was about to spit venomous words shut firmly.
While Feixue took control of her emotions, the man took the chance to approach with wide steps and the entourage of guards behind him. His face was dissatisfied because of Yasenia's previous disregard, but he didn't want to offend the most beautiful woman he had ever seen.
Therefore, he controlled his temper and smiled. "Thank you for stopping, beautiful dragon lady. I must say, I've never seen a tail as enchanting as yours. It looks like the night sky descended on it, golden rings decorating its sections with nobleness and strength."
Yasenia kept her calm expression, her golden slit eyes tranquil as she tried her best to hold back her own charm. Even then, she failed. 'Once he noticed me, it seems that he is being increasingly affected by my looks. Regardless of how much I manage to hide my natural charm with forceful methods now, it seems that this man and everyone who has noticed me will be unable to escape from their infatuated mentality.'
The Prince Duke, with dual titles, was someone naturally important. Being the brother of the current emperor and having also "earned" the title of a Duke, his influence was only second to the direct royal family.
As this person's son, this man had probably never encountered the words "difficulties" or "inability to get what he wanted." These types of people, who thought of themselves as the center of the world, could only be dealt with in two ways.
Either you initially escaped their sight and ignored them until they gave up. Or once they discovered you, you made sure that you were someone who could threaten their perfect little lives.
As a self-centered, pampered person, the last thing he wanted was to have his life destroyed. Of course, there were some whose egoism had borne such a deep mark that they were unwilling to believe someone could challenge their authority, despite threats and hints.
For those… Yasenia had dispatched them, and if needed, their entire families together with them.
'I won't speak, though. I'll just allow Little Feixue to take control. He has been bragging about who knows what for a few moments, so she should've fixed her mindset by now.'
"Excuse me, Lord."
As Yasenia had expected, Luan Feixue's expression had become peaceful and formal. Even when she was wearing her large veiled hat that hid her expression, the aura around her was harmless enough to be felt.
Young Master Dan paused his confident tirade and frowned. Looking to the side, he noticed a short woman with modest curves and an innate disposition. Her hands, the only visible part of her body, had a pearly appearance, with perfectly trimmed pink nails and slim fingers.
'Those hands are clearly those of a beauty.' Young Master Dan thought. Still, compared to the tall dragon woman with curves that could set fires of desire within the most isolated monks, she was clearly lacking. 'They might be together.'
With that thought in mind, he tried to be somewhat polite to the veiled woman. "What is it? I would love to continue our pleasant chat, so please be quick."
His attempt at being polite came off as incredibly rude, but Young Master Dan didn't care much. Who would dare point it out, after all?
"Yes, Young Master Dan, this little one wanted to inform you about an affliction of my friend. She was born mute, probably Heaven's punishment for her innate beauty. Hence, I would appreciate it if you could allow us to go our way. After all, where is the delight in speaking without being able to exchange words?"
While Luan Feixue said those things, she was 100% sure that the man before her, already ensnared by her Master's beauty, would insist on continuing together. And, as she very accurately predicted, Young Master Dan showed a magnanimous smile. "How could that be a problem? Just being in your friend's presence makes silence a thousand times more pleasant than exchanging words with a profoundly learned scholar. Come with me to my state. I will call the best imperial medics to check on your friend and try to find a cure."
While Yasenia despised this man, she couldn't help but admit that those words were quite smooth. 'I guess that after flirting with who knows how many unwilling and willing women, the pig learned to speak appealing words.'
She was not one to jump the gun on judging people, but the sheer corrupted scent emanating from this man's body gave our sensitive dragon a very clear clue about his true face.
Luan Feixue was not as sharp as Yasenia, but unlike Yasenia, her hatred for the Dan Family would make her abhor anyone with the surname, regardless of gender, age, or background.
So, his words affected neither of the two women, but outwardly, Luan Feixue bowed lightly. "We are grateful. To think that we would encounter such a gentlemanly Young Master in our travels to find a cure. If your Imperial Physicians manages to heal her, I promise to reward you handsomely."
"What do I lack? Do not worry and take this as a show of friendship." Young Master Dan laughed, stepping forward and reaching out to grab Yasenia's hand. Yasenia showed a proper scared look and stepped back, hiding behind Luan Feixue.
Her pitiful face made the hearts of everyone looking constrict, wishing nothing more than to rush forward and placate the beauty. Luan Feixue saw Young Master Dan's expression stiffen, so she sighed and explained. "Excuse her for her behavior, Lord. With her appearance, you must understand that her past experiences are anything but pleasant. Try not to make physical contact with her as much as possible, Young Master Dan."
Yasenia looked down sadly, a few locks of her satin-like black hair slipping around her shoulders and resting on her large breasts. The fragility she showed this time almost prompted those around her to step forward and save the beauty from the evil lord.
Even the usual ruthless and cruel Young Master Dan felt his heart squeeze. He even started hesitating slightly on his initial plans.
Luan Feixue noticed the reaction, and she couldn't help but exclaim inwardly in awe. 'Master's charm is truly… peerless. She can even soften the heart of someone who probably violates women routinely.'
"...Follow me." Young Master Dan, looking a bit awkward from trying to behave genuinely friendly, spoke hesitantly. "Once in my manor, we will be able to see the physicians quickly."
Luan Feixue grabbed Yasenia's hand and made it look as if she were whispering something in her ear. Yasenia, "hearing" her words, tentatively raised her face, the limpid golden slit eyes glancing at Young Master Dan, careful and innocent. Even the tail behind her showed some hesitation. Ultimately, she seemed to make up her mind and nod softly, showing a faint, tender smile.
When the tall and seductive beauty showed such fragility and innocence, the contrast drove almost everyone nearby mad. There were nobles who glanced at Young Master Dan with squinted eyes, as if thinking of ways to steal Yasenia for themselves.
Meanwhile, Young Master Dan's heart almost leaped out of his chest. He could feel a strange sense of peace and closeness, as if his soul had finally found its other missing half. His idea of using Yasenia for just pleasure transformed, and now he was even thinking of asking his father to marry her. 'I finally found my future main wife!'
Of course, these were just his delusions.
Lady First, at the side, spoke softly. "A near-perfect use of her beauty. She is a natural."
Ao Xianlan patted Yasenia's head. "You are really good at this. Have you practiced before, little Yasenia?"
Yasenia answered with her spiritual sense, chuckling at their comments. "Something so simple, any woman with enough beauty will know how to do just to protect themselves. Stop overpraising me. I would rather you focus on where I went wrong, haha."
While they followed Young Master Dan, Tatyana nodded. "Yasenia does better when you push her than when you praise her. So, don't bother motivating her like that. It's better if you are harsh to her."
The two seniors blinked, finding this knowledge curious. Lady First asked. "Are you a masochist, Yasenia?"
Luan Feixue almost tripped. Yasenia answered without being flustered. "Depends. With the right people, I do not mind a light spanking~."
Tatyana, as if recalling something, nodded with arms crossed. "Very jiggly, very soft. I rate it Yasenia out of ten. Not even pudding can compare!"
While listening to the banter, Luan Feixue's previously tense and uncomfortable heart relaxed. Even her steps became lighter. Our dragoness smiled secretly. 'Good. She relaxed. Thank you.'
The three seniors just smiled silently, accepting her thanks.
The state of a Prince Duke was nothing short of magnificent. Spanning over 100 square kilometers, the state stretched beyond the horizon. The central structure was large enough to house thousands without any effort, while the formations and luxury were second only to the royal palace in the entire empire.
Luan Feixue's face, though, was somewhat ugly when they approached this place. She explained without needing Yasenia to ask. "This area was where our Luan Family resided previously. Only direct descendants of the ruler resided in the palace. So, the rest had houses in this area of the city… Everything seems to have been razed to the ground to build that stupidly luxurious mansion."
Yasenia gently patted her back, showing support.
Young Master Dan had not stopped speaking during their journey. He was asking Yasenia's likes and dislikes, if she had a problem with any type of foods or materials, or if she needed a change of clothes.
Other than that, he silently boasted about their large array of tamed beasts of relatively strong bloodlines, his wealth, and the power of his family.
Yasenia, dubbed a mute, didn't answer. Instead, she just nodded at appropriate times, showing curiosity at others. The expressiveness of her eyes and expressions was more than enough to make Young Master Dan feel as if he had the world in his hands.
In the short time they spent returning to the state, Young Master Dan had completely fallen in love with Yasenia, with no chance of ever extricating himself from her.
When they arrived, though, they encountered a surprise. A woman with incredibly flamboyant clothes rushed toward them, glaring at Yasenia for a second before she shouted at Young Master Dan.
"You are still bringing beauties back home!? Didn't I tell you that you are prohibited from that!? We are now engaged to each other, so don't you dare dirty yourself with street whores!"
Yasenia and Luan Feixue were about to smile amusedly when Young Master Dan sighed. "Cousin, our engagement is for the future. Can't you see that this time is different? Lady Ainesay needs my help!"
Luan Feixue's lips twitched. 'Cousin… Also, Master, why choose that name? It sounds… odd."
Yasenia answered playfully. 'Yasenia backwards writes like that.'
Feixue almost choked, looking at her silently smirking Master with disbelief. Thankfully, her expression was hidden by the veil-hat.