After consuming the “Melody of Power,” Karl took his leave, as he needed to hurry back to the Storm Domain to take up his post.
Before leaving, he gave Yinan a new Taming Target with a percentage display… In fact, he handed over two in a row, leaving Yinan feeling rather accomplished…
Moreover, this Taming Target was exceptionally docile.
At this moment, Yinan quietly sipped red wine back in the dining hall, his gaze falling on Aileen Snow.
This Snow Tribe noblewoman was truly interesting. She showed no sign of resigning herself to the fate of a slave; instead, she even dared to meet Yinan’s gaze head-on…
[Aileen Snow Obedience: 0% – Indifferent]
“Aileen Snow…” Yinan raised his glass and took a sip. “That’s a very nice name.”
Aileen Snow had no idea how this man had learned her name; she had never spoken a word to those slave traders!
The collar around her neck prevented her from taking her own life. All she could do was suppress her inner rage and unwillingness, expressing her anger through silence!
Yinan wasn’t irritated in the slightest. He continued to quietly drink his red wine, regarding her with a teasing look. “There’s a little girl named Aurora… She’s very cute…”
“What did you say? You know where she is? What have you done to her!” That sentence ignited Aileen Snow’s fury; now he had her weak spot!
“If you dare harm her, I will never let you go!”
Looking at the near-losing-control Aileen Snow, Yinan gradually soothed her. “Don’t worry… I won’t harm her.”
“In fact, I can even give you a chance to see her.” Yinan tapped his empty wine glass, motioning for her to pour him more. “But that depends on your behavior…”
Aileen Snow glared fiercely at Yinan, suppressing her anger as she picked up the wine bottle and poured his drink. The slight tremble of her hand betrayed her extreme fury and unwillingness.
“I can do as you say… Just… just don’t go too far!” Aileen Snow bit her lip. “Let me see her!”
Yinan looked at Aileen Snow and nodded in satisfaction. “That’s more like it. From the moment you met me, your fate was already decided.”
Yinan lifted her chin. “Don’t even think about escaping my control!”
Aileen Snow slapped Yinan’s hand away, glaring at him in fury. “Don’t get cocky! I’m only compromising for her sake. Don’t push me too far!”
“It seems you still don’t understand your situation…” Yinan sneered, a ruthless glint flashing in his eyes. “I’ll make you regret this insolent behavior!”
With that, Yinan turned and prepared to leave…
But Aileen Snow could hear the threat in his words and could only cling to his sleeve…
“No… I was wrong!” Her tone held a touch of pleading, tears shimmering in her eyes. “Please forgive me…”
Yinan patted her head as if petting a favored pet. “Remember… This is the first and last time!”
Aileen Snow forced down her disgust, not dodging, only nodding slightly. “I understand, my lord… Please, let me see my daughter.”
“That depends on your performance tonight…” Yinan looked at her with interest. “If you can’t satisfy me, you’ll never see her for the rest of your life!”
Aileen Snow was different from Luo Ling. She couldn’t be tamed through emotional tug-of-war; she needed to be constantly reminded of her status, gradually sinking into it.
The next morning, Yinan woke up and glanced at the woman beside him.
[Aileen Snow Obedience: 18% – First Acquaintance] – A secret, clever as you are, you’ll surely guess it.
The maids entered carrying washbasins to help Yinan wash up… The Demon slowly awakened, getting dressed and straightening his appearance.
The sounds seemed to wake Aileen Snow as well. She slowly opened her eyes, still showing the fatigue from last night.
“I… I want to see her.” Aileen Snow clutched the quilt, her tone pleading as she voiced her request to Yinan.
While letting the maids comb his hair, Yinan responded coolly, “You can. I’m quite satisfied with you.”
Hearing Yinan’s answer, Aileen Snow’s eyes instantly shone with surprise and disbelief. She sat up abruptly, not even noticing the quilt slipping off.
“Thank you for your grace, Master…” She now fully understood her situation.
In the dining hall, Yinan held a little girl in his arms, feeding her breakfast.
“Brother Yinan…” Aurora bit into the dessert by her lips. “Will you really help Aurora find her?”
“Of course…” Yinan gazed at Aurora gently, lightly tapping her delicate nose. “How could I lie to such a good girl like you?”
[Aurora Obedience: 22% – Initial Trust]
Yesterday, Aurora had been terrified out of her wits. She was captured by the Slave Traders’ Guild and sent away right after, keeping her in a constant state of anxiety.
She’d already read in her family’s books that Snow Tribe members caught by humans would be sold to those stinky old men!
Thankfully, this warm-hearted big brother was very handsome, not only comforting her but also promising to help her find her mother. This instantly made Aurora feel very fond of Yinan.
In this strange and frightening place, Yinan’s gentleness and promise were like a ray of light in the darkness, making Aurora instinctively want to rely on him.
Aurora picked up a piece of bread and held it to Yinan’s mouth. “Brother Yinan, you should eat some too.”
Yinan was taken aback for a moment, then smiled gently, taking a small bite of the bread Aurora offered.
“Mmm, it’s delicious, but I think your hand seems even tastier than the bread…”
“Brother Yinan, you’re so silly. How could my hand taste good?” The young girl couldn’t help but look up in innocence, as if to check whether Yinan was joking.
Yinan gently took Aurora’s hand and kissed it softly at his lips. “I’m not lying to you…”
Aurora blushed shyly at this…
And just then, Aileen Snow entered the dining hall and saw this scene…
Aileen Snow’s face instantly turned ashen, her eyes burning with fury.
“Aurora, I’ve found her for you.” Yinan squeezed Aurora’s soft hand. “From now on, you two will stay here… I won’t let anyone bully you!”
At this moment, Yinan displayed an unprecedented overbearing attitude, which made Aurora too intimidated to say what she’d wanted to ask…
[Aurora Obedience: 28% – Initial Trust]
Aurora was surprised to see Aileen Snow. She looked at Yinan. “Brother Yinan, can I leave you for a while?”
Yinan released Aurora from his arms. “Of course you can. Go and throw yourself into her arms…”
Aurora, as if granted amnesty, hurried over to Aileen Snow and tightly grasped her hand.
Aileen Snow protectively shielded Aurora behind her, her eyes full of vigilance and anger, staring directly at Yinan…
“I’m so glad you’re safe, wuwuwu…” Aurora couldn’t help but cry in her mother’s arms. “It was Brother Yinan who saved us!”
Listening to Aurora, Aileen Snow felt a surge of conflicting emotions.
But in that moment, she, too, wept. Gently patting Aurora’s back, her eyes never left Yinan. “It’s alright, my dear… I’m fine…”
[Aurora’s picture in the author’s notes]