Chapter 197 - 199: A Token of Love

Chapter 197: Chapter 199: A Token of Love

Different?

Su Luoluo was a little stunned when she heard that. ’Is there a difference?’

’Isn’t it just an oath to show loyalty?’

’It doesn’t sound like there’s anything wrong with it.’

Su Luoluo asked, her face full of confusion, "What’s the difference?"

Her eyes were so innocent, it seemed like she truly didn’t know anything about this.

Fu Feng’s expression softened slightly, but it was still ugly.

"You really don’t know?" he asked again, stepping closer and closer to Su Luoluo.

Su Luoluo shook her head. "I really don’t know anything. He did it so fast, I didn’t even have time to react before he finished the oath."

"When a Ring-tailed Lemur makes an oath, it means the person they swear to is the only one in their heart."

’Is that all?’

She thought it was going to be some big deal, but it was just that after the oath, the person they swore to would be the only one in their heart.

’He’s already made an oath, isn’t that normal behavior?’

’Fu Feng is making a mountain out of a molehill.’

Su Luoluo said faintly, "Well, there’s nothing I can do about it now. He’s already made the oath."

Actually, there was something else Fu Feng didn’t say. Selfishly, he didn’t want Su Luoluo to know.

The oaths of Ring-tailed Lemurs were different from other clans. They generally only swore to females, which was equivalent to a vow of fidelity, meaning the female would be the only one for them.

He refused to believe that Si Cheng didn’t have other intentions.

’Once that pact is made, he’ll be able to stay by Su Luoluo’s side forever.’

’What a cunning person. In less than three days, he not only managed to stay, but he also made Su Luoluo trust him completely.’

Fu Feng used to think Luan Ting enjoyed playing little tricks out in the open, but now, he seemed much more straightforward in comparison.

The one before him was the true master of sly cunning, making Su Luoluo trust him step by step.

’The rumors really are true. These Ring-tailed Lemurs are experts at currying favor with females, coaxing them until they’re wrapped around their little fingers.’

’But since Su Luoluo doesn’t know his intentions, why should I help him?’

’Let him struggle on his own.’

Fu Feng was very satisfied with Su Luoluo’s reaction. He nodded along with her words. "I was overthinking it. It’s nothing. By the way, I just saw him suddenly disappear. Where did he go?"

Su Luoluo’s heart skipped a beat. She thought Fu Feng might have heard something, but his expression suggested he was completely clueless.

Her eyes flickered. "It’s nothing. I just wanted him to go see where he could find more flower rats. We’re almost out of the scabs."

"Looking for flower rats? Why didn’t you ask me? I’m great at catching rats," Fu Feng said immediately.

"I have to give him something to do. Otherwise, how can I trust him?"

Hearing that Su Luoluo was making him do chores, Fu Feng felt even more certain that the man’s efforts had been wasted.

’So what if he’s schemed and plotted everything? He’s still just catching rats.’ The thought brought a sense of balance back to Fu Feng’s heart.

Su Luoluo looked at the man who had appeared out of nowhere, wondering how much he had overheard. "How did you end up here?" she asked.

After breakfast, the beastmen usually went their separate ways to handle their own business.

Sometimes they’d be busy with tasks Su Luoluo had assigned, and other times, she had no idea what they were busy with.

However, Su Luoluo guessed they were probably training on their own. Wasn’t Xiao Ye’s ability to fly something he developed in his spare time?

Fu Feng rubbed his nose sheepishly. "I found a magical treasure and wanted to show it to you."

"What kind of treasure?" Su Luoluo’s curiosity was piqued.

Fu Feng nodded and handed her the objects. "Look, these two stones can stick together. No matter how far apart I hold them, they always pull toward each other. It’s like you’re in me, and I’m in you."

After he finished speaking, his ears turned a little red. "I want to give one to you. It represents my heart for you. Consider it a token of my love."

Su Luoluo was taken aback by Fu Feng’s direct words, but a moment later, she found him quite sweet and innocent.

She lowered her head, took the stones, and examined them. After playing with them for a moment, she figured out the reason.

’The one on the left is a lodestone, and the stone on the right must contain iron.’

’Put these two things together, and of course it’s going to be "you in me, and I in you."’

But even though Fu Feng’s train of thought was a bit peculiar, she was pleasantly surprised. She never expected to find Iron Stone and magnets here.

’With these, I could make a lot of things.’

She hefted one of the stones. "Where did you find these?"

Fu Feng said, "Just ahead on Fengqi Mountain."

Su Luoluo nodded. "Fu Feng, this is a great gift."

Fu Feng’s ears reddened at her words. "As long as you like it, Luoluo."

Su Luoluo nodded and stuffed the Iron Stone into her beast skin pouch. "Mhm, I like it a lot. But I have something to do right now, let’s talk another time."

"O-Okay." Fu Feng’s heart started racing. ’It seems giving her the token of love was the right move.’

After saying goodbye to Fu Feng, Su Luoluo headed toward the place where the Ring-tailed Lemurs lived.

Since she had already promised Si Cheng she would be their leader, she had to go and see them.

It was currently morning, and the people of the tribe were busy at work, seemingly adding another layer of thatch to their houses.

When Su Luoluo first saw them from a distance, she only noticed that the general shapes of the houses were complete and marveled at their construction speed. It was only when she got closer that she discovered the houses were also kept very tidy.

Vastly different from the Wolf Clan’s wooden cabins, each house was built in a straight line, and many beautiful flowers and plants hung outside, making the decorations look more exquisite and beautiful.

A sharp-eyed young female saw Su Luoluo approaching and cheered enthusiastically, "The leader! The leader is here!"

"Has the leader come to see us?" another Ring-tailed Lemur Beastman asked.

Before Su Luoluo could even nod, an Old Beastman standing nearby gave the speaker a light smack. "What kind of question is that? Does that even need to be said? Of course the leader came to see us! Isn’t that right, leader?"

She had been a little unsure how to greet these Ring-tailed Lemurs, but seeing how friendly and familiar they were, she immediately felt much more at ease. She nodded and said with a smile, "That’s right. I came to see how everyone is doing. If there’s anything you need or any problems, you can tell me."

The Old Beastman waved his hand. "No need for the leader to worry. We’ve already settled in properly. This place is quite nice. Thank you for letting us stay, leader."

Su Luoluo glanced at the Beastmen who had gathered around her and said with a smile, "There’s no need to be so formal. If you have any trouble, don’t hesitate to speak up."

Since she had made a promise to Si Cheng, she would definitely treat the people of this tribe well.

"Don’t worry, leader. We’re doing just fine."

"Yes, leader. Thanks to you, we’re living here quite well."

"That’s right, this place is great."

...

The Beastmen spoke one after another, all with a very optimistic attitude.

Su Luoluo didn’t believe they were completely without problems. They were probably holding back for some reason.

She decided to stay and ask about their situation before leaving.

She feigned a satisfied nod. "That’s good to hear. You all carry on with your work. I’m just going to take a look at your houses."

Some of the Beastmen still seemed hesitant, but the Old Beastman who had taken the lead waved his hand at them. "Go on. Since the leader said so, I’ll accompany her."

Only then did the other Beastmen disperse.

The Old Beastman led the way. "This way, leader. Would you like to see the inside?"

This man was extremely polite and seemed particularly worldly-wise. Seeing this made Su Luoluo even more curious. Why was Si Cheng so insistent on making her their leader? The people of his tribe were all so measured and disciplined; they looked like they could live perfectly well even without a leader.

Su Luoluo nodded and said as she walked, "You’ve built your houses very well. They’re especially exquisite and very pleasing to the eye."