After transmigrating, she became the most beloved beast in the world.

Chapter 149 Apology

The afternoon sun was blazing. Chu Xinyao nestled in She Mo's arms, feeling the unusual coolness emanating from him, like a refreshing spring in summer, making her feel cool and comfortable.

Her eyes were half-closed, as if she might fall asleep at any moment, but just then, footsteps came from outside the courtyard.

Chu Xinyao frowned slightly, not wanting to be disturbed at this moment, and lazily said, "Didn't we say we'd examine the outsiders' bodies tomorrow?"

Yu Zijing, who was standing to the side, was gently fanning her. Hearing Chu Xinyao's dissatisfied words, he asked softly, "Should I go and take a look?" His voice was gentle, and it seemed that he could always soothe the irritation in Chu Xinyao's heart unintentionally.

Before Chu Xinyao could answer, the sound of fish roe came from outside the courtyard.

"Sister Yu'er, I'm coming in."

“It’s my sister,” Chu Xinyao said, forcing herself to sit up and let Yu Zijing bring in the fish roe.

Yu Zi led Jiao Xi'er in, her head bowed so low it almost touched her chest.

At the same time, Fox One, who had been resting in a corner after taking the health-enhancing pills given to him by Chu Xinyao, stood up reflexively upon seeing Jiao Xi'er, inadvertently knocking over the chair he was sitting on.

The loud bang startled Chu Xinyao awake, drawing everyone's attention.

Startled by the sudden noise, Chu Xinyao's eyes widened instantly, all sleepiness gone. She turned to look at the source of the sound and saw Hu Yi standing awkwardly in place, a chair overturned on the ground, as if silently telling the story of the panic that had just occurred.

Jiao Xi'er frowned, her gaze fixed on the beastman she had longed for. The confident, exceptionally handsome fox-beastman of her memories was now like this, reacting to her with the same panic and fear as if he were some terrifying wild beast. It was so glaring and heartbreaking.

When did he become like this? Jiao Xi'er felt a surge of questions and self-reproach.

It seems like it was on the night he came of age that he locked her out, refusing to let her in. Filled with rage, she found two strong merfolk who broke down his door and, ignoring the pain he was in after shedding his half-orc form, dragged him out and beat him mercilessly. It was then that the light in his eyes gradually faded; the prolonged beating had robbed his eyes of their former confidence and brilliance.

He is the way he is now because of her!

With a bitter heart, Jiao Xi'er looked away, realizing how much she had hurt him!

She lowered her head, her heart filled with self-reproach and regret. She was truly wrong; her actions had not only hurt Fox One but also ruined their relationship. She wanted to make amends, to help Fox One rediscover his confident and exceptionally handsome self.

A look of embarrassment flashed across Fox One's face. He coughed, trying to cover up his blunder: "Sorry, I just... I just didn't notice the chair."

Chu Xinyao waved to Hu Yi and smiled, "It's alright, sister, what brings you here!"

Yu Zi, on the other hand, was rather serious. She pulled Jiao Xi'er aside and said in a reproachful tone, "Xi'er, what did you say before we came?" Her eyes were sharp, as if she was waiting for a reasonable explanation.

Jiao Xi'er looked dejected. When Yu Zi asked her a question, she didn't hesitate at all and knelt down immediately, her movements swift and resolute.

"Ah, what, what are you doing!" Chu Xinyao, who had been looking lazy, immediately got up and avoided Jiao Xi'er's actions, her expression becoming tense.

“Sister Yu’er, this is what you deserve. Xi’er has been spoiled since she was little,” Yu Zi’s voice was somewhat helpless. “Alas, it’s also my fault. She lost her mother and father when she was young. She should have been raised by us, but I was busy taking care of the Fish-Dragon Clan and neglected to manage her, which has led to this child becoming like this.”

Upon hearing her sister's words, Yu Zijing felt a pang of guilt. She knew that it was her negligence that had forced her sister to be distracted by the affairs of the Fish-Dragon Clan, neglecting the management of the Merfolk Clan and the education of Jiao Xi'er.

He silently walked over to Yu Zi, brought her a chair, and had her sit down to talk. At the same time, he asked Xiao Hua to help Jiao Xi'er up.

When he sat back down next to Chu Xinyao, she sensed his guilt, took his hand, and gently comforted him, "It's not your fault." Her voice was gentle, like a spring breeze caressing the heart, slowly melting away the ice and snow in one's heart.

Chu Xinyao turned to look at Yu Zi, her eyes filled with understanding. "Of course, my sister wasn't wrong either. Let's leave it at that!"

Her voice was gentle, then she changed the subject, looking at the stunned Jiao Xi'er with expectation in her eyes: "However, I still hope that Xi'er, you will apologize to Hu Yi!"

Jiao Xi'er raised her head, tears welling in her eyes. She knew this was what she should do. She turned around, walked to Hu Yi, and bowed deeply: "Hu Yi, I'm sorry, I was wrong."

Fox was so frightened that she waved her hands repeatedly, "No, no, no need."

He was already terrified of her, and worried that this was just another one of her tricks. His eyes were filled with fear and unease, as if he was waiting for Jiao Xi'er to suddenly lash out.

Seeing this, Chu Xinyao walked over to the two of them and said with a smile, "Fox One, Xi'er really wants to apologize. She knows she was wrong and is willing to correct it. Let's give her a chance, okay?"

Her words were encouraging, gradually easing Fox One's tension. His brows relaxed slightly, and the wariness in his eyes slowly faded, replaced by anticipation.

Fish Roe also came over and said to Fox One, "Fox One, Xi'er grew up with you. She may have a bad temper, but she didn't really want to hurt you. Besides, she genuinely realized her mistake this time. Give her this chance. If she makes the same mistake again, we won't let her off the hook. You also trust Xin Yao and her beast husbands, right?"

Fox looked at Chu Xinyao, then at Yu Zi, and finally at Jiao Xi'er. He saw the sincerity and regret in her eyes, and his unease slowly dissipated.

The arrogance and tyranny that Jiao Xi'er usually displayed were gone, replaced by a deep sense of apology and a longing to be forgiven.

Finally, encouraged by Chu Xinyao, he slowly nodded and said, "Okay, I accept your apology."

As Fox watched Jiao Xi'er's departing figure, the humiliation and beatings of the past year seemed to gradually fade away. It was as if they had returned to their childhood, and she was still the caring older sister who had looked after him. Those carefree days, those times of playing together, all resurfaced in his mind at this moment.

Chu Xinyao and Yu Zi were filled with emotion upon witnessing this scene.

"Alright, this matter is resolved, let's talk about serious business!" Yu Zi suddenly said to Chu Xinyao after Jiao Xi'er left.

Business?

Chu Xinyao's heart skipped a beat for no reason, as if some kind of trap was waiting for her ahead.