CHAPTER 303: CHAPTER 294: SWITCH TO THE OLD FOX_1

It seemed that lunchtime had arrived.

Just as Si Yan was hesitating whether to send Tai Seng to get some food, she saw the fox Beastman, A’ye, bringing over a plate of food.

The snowy-white elderly fox shook his fluffy tail. It was so plush and healthy-looking, not at all like the tail of an old fox Beastman.

The fluffy tail caught Si Yan’s eye. The old fox bowed humbly with a warm smile. "Master, it’s time for lunch."

He was very attentive, able to notice and sense when she was hungry.

Honestly, this old fox is a bit too caring. It’s as if he has lived with me for many years, understanding me very well.

Si Yan curiously looked at the plate the elderly fox had brought. In the wooden plate was a fried dish with a meat filling wrapped in dough, similar to a spring roll.

She couldn’t help but stare blankly.

In this world, Beastmen who could cook are very rare. Even She Wang only learned to make some light food after I taught him little by little. However, this dish the elderly fox has made... if the dough wrapper weren’t so thick and the filling not so simple, I would really believe it was one of my favorite foods from my past life—spring rolls.

Si Yan’s heart thumped heavily.

My vague guesses, my faint suspicions... various details are providing evidence for them. But the evidence is still not enough.

Her heart beat faster, and she tried hard to calm it.

Spring rolls, freshly squeezed fruit juice, goat’s milk, nuts suitable for pregnant women... I dare not think too much.

In my past life, I already learned to hide my emotions. Si Yan concealed her feelings very well and casually took a bite of the food as if everything were normal.

Despite the thick dough, it was still crispy. Although the filling was simple, juice burst from it with the first bite, nearly overflowing from her lips. The sweet and savory meat flavor filled her mouth; it was delicious.

Si Yan found herself dazed again.

The old fox asked softly with a smile, "Master, is it tasty?"

Si Yan composed herself and replied with a natural smile, "It tastes good."

A’ye happily called out to the four cubs, "Little Masters, are you hungry? Would you like to eat?"

The four cubs ran over cheerfully, and Bei Ji asked in a well-behaved, soft voice, "Mother, may we have some?"

Si Yan patted little Bei Ji’s head, smiling. "There’s plenty. Go ahead and eat."

A’ye put down the spring rolls. The cubs looked curiously at this new type of food. Seeing their mother enjoying it so much, they each grabbed one and took a bite.

The crispy texture filled their mouths, and the burst of savory juice was almost moving!

"Delicious! Mother, this is so yummy!" Bei Ji exclaimed excitedly.

Nan Mo’s cheeks turned slightly red as he ate.

After finishing one, Xi Qing’s pupils adorably dilated, and then he grabbed another.

"Damn, this is tasty!" Dongchi said excitedly.

A’ye’s eyes crinkled with his smile. "Little Masters, no need to rush. There’s plenty, so eat slowly."

The four cubs momentarily forgot their mother because of the food. They gathered around the fox Beastman, each little one’s face filled with happiness.

Si Yan watched this scene with a slight frown.

She Wang spent so much time and still hasn’t managed to win over the four little ones. But this old fox, in just a few short days, has already done it. It’s time to test this old fox.

Si Yan’s fingers lightly tapped the back of her other hand. She looked toward She Wang, Ming Yan, and Jin Tong at the competition venue.

She suddenly called out, "She Wang, Ming Yan, Jin Tong, come here for a second."

The three males heard Si Yan calling them, so they came down from the competition grounds to her side.

Jin Tong asked cheerfully and excitedly, "Si Yan, what do you need us for?"

Si Yan smiled. "Just a small matter."

Si Yan said apologetically to Ming Yan, "Ming Yan, I’m sorry."

Although Si Yan only spoke those few words, those present were not fools; they understood that Si Yan didn’t elaborate to save Ming Yan some face.

Ming Yan asked, "Si Yan, are you planning to replace me? Do you think my status isn’t suitable?"

Si Yan nodded slightly.

Ming Yan’s status was quite awkward: he was both the young prince of White Tiger City and the City Lord of Black Tiger City.

If Ming Yan were to represent Black Tiger City in a competition, White Tiger City probably wouldn’t object.

But for him to represent Delusional Domain in the competition without having joined it was undoubtedly a bit of a slap in the face to White Tiger City.

However, Si Yan suddenly suggesting a replacement after the decision had already been made could be somewhat irritating to others.

She Wang, though not understanding why Si Yan did this, chose to stand firmly by her side and share the burden of public opinion.

She Wang tenderly took Si Yan’s hand. "It is indeed not appropriate."

Ming Yan accepted it quickly. "I was originally just here to help out, so you don’t need to feel sorry. But if I can’t participate, who do you plan to have take my place?"

There were quite a few warriors in Delusional Domain, but they had all been assigned their roles. Those remaining were all at the Red Crystal level and somewhat lacking.

Facing the gazes of the Beastmen, Si Yan pushed A’ye, the old fox, forward. "We’ll use A’ye."

The moment A’ye was pushed forward, his ears instantly flattened against his head, and the entire Beastman was stunned!

"The Great Warrior Tournament? Master, when did I become a warrior?!"

She Wang was in sync with Si Yan’s intentions and, without a second thought, chose to trust her. "Then it’s A’ye."

A’ye said incredulously, "My Lord, me?! I can’t do it! I’m already so old, and I’m not good at fighting either!"

Jin Tong was carefree. Convinced that whatever his sister said was right, he slung an arm around A’ye. "Don’t be afraid! It’s just a fight. Your brothers have got your back!"

She Wang said with unyielding certainty, "Let’s go."

A’ye protested, "Wait, how did things turn out like this? These old bones of mine... I’m not good at fighting! My Lord! Master! Master!"

She Wang and Jin Tong walked ahead, with the old Beastman A’ye wedged between the two strong males, looking exceptionally helpless and pitiful.

Si Yan watched A’ye’s retreating figure.

The fingers tapping on the back of her hand paused.

No matter how good the disguise, there will always be some subconscious movements. After so many battles, one is bound to expose oneself. Could it really be you? My dear brother... Si Jie.

Delusional Domain changed their lineup and re-entered the field. The substituted A’ye attracted even more attention from the Beastmen.

The Beastmen from White Tiger City exclaimed in surprise, "Lord Ming Yan has been replaced!"

"Lord Ming Yan wasn’t originally a Beastman of Delusional Domain. He was probably just helping out Sage Si Yan."

"It’s better he was replaced; otherwise, it truly would have been awkward."

Offstage, Si Yan explained apologetically to Ming Yan, "Ming Yan, I’m sorry. There are other reasons for replacing you. It’s not convenient to explain right now."

Ming Yan said casually, "It’s fine. Don’t worry about it."

The Great Warrior Tournament was about to begin. Tai Seng, shaking his large tail beside her, commented, "Si Yan, the Great Warrior Tournament is a three-on-three battle. Teams advance by winning direct confrontations. It usually ends in three days."