Help! The Villainess Trapped in the Beast World's Drama!-Chapter 442 - 431: Jealousy

Last night, the system said her recent treatments were effective on Shen Li’s severed tail.

Shen Tang wanted to send him off early, to avoid the annoyance.

Decided to give him another session during the day!

Two treatments a day, one in the morning and one in the evening, should help him recover faster.

Moreover, after the unpleasantness of last night, meeting again would be awkward, inserting a Luo Fei as a third wheel might ease the awkward atmosphere somewhat.

With outsiders present, Shen Li, being someone who cares about his reputation, surely wouldn’t say nonsense or do reckless things again.

...

Inside the room, Shen Li lay flat on the bed, one hand on his forehead, one long leg bent, eyes closed, lost in thought.

Suddenly, he opened his eyes and looked toward the door, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, his crimson lips barely curled.

"Xiao Tang’er, why are you here so early today?" He stood up to open the door, smiling warmly, like a gentle spring breeze.

But when Shen Li saw Luo Fei beside Shen Tang, his smile suddenly froze.

Who is this?

Why is there another unfamiliar male beside her?

Shen Li’s long eyebrows slightly furrowed, a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.

Perhaps due to male instincts, Shen Li, in the brief moment of seeing Luo Fei, began sizing up the beastman in front of him.

He didn’t look very old, his features were rather handsome, his physique strong and tall, his skin somewhat tanned, his demeanor very rugged and wild, his abilities not bad, being at early Ninth Rank.

This person felt somewhat like a wild leopard from the slums, yet this one appeared even more savage, unkempt, should... not be her type.

But, she might just change her taste anytime.

Most females prefer passionate and straightforward males.

She’s no exception.

Shen Li’s eyes darkened, concealing his smile.

Normally, Shen Li would not pay attention to such beastmen, at most he would only find them skillful enough to use.

Yet today, he was particularly observant, critical.

Luo Fei, although a rough character, could lead Black Wind Village, far from being as simple as he appeared, maoreover, beastmen sense keenly, he detected the fleeting hostility in the opposing male.

Luo Fei kept a straight face, staring at the beautiful fox clan member, biting down in jealousy: indeed, someone came to take over!

Luo Fei hadn’t met Shen Li before, unaware of his true identity, the thought of Your Majesty living and dining with this wild fox these days, he had been with her for so long without such good treatment, made him deeply envious!

In that brief moment of opening the door, both males had many thoughts, the air filled with a faint scent of gunpowder.

Shen Li withdrew his gaze, looking at the vibrant bouquet in Shen Tang’s hand, his long eyes slightly narrowing, his expression softening slightly.

He extended a slender, deft finger, gently flicking the damp flower stamens, his lips curling into a captivating, tender smile, "Xiao Tang’er, is this for me?"

"Hmm? This was given to me by Luo Fei, but if you like it, you can have it here, there’s a spare vase on your table." Shen Tang handed the bouquet to him, stepping into the room.

Luo Fei widened his eyes, muttering in grievance, "Your Majesty, I gave this to you, how can you casually give it to another male?"

"My room is too cluttered with stuff, nowhere to put it, besides, he won’t be staying here long, whichever room it’s in makes no difference." Shen Tang replied offhandedly.

Luo Fei turned his mind, does this mean this fox will leave once healed?

Regardless, the flowers have been given, she knows his sentiment, she can place them wherever she likes.

His gloom instantly vanished, eagerly following along to assist.

Shen Li stared at the bouquet in his hand, stunned.

It was vibrant and dew-kissed, clearly freshly picked this morning, not rare blossoms, just common wildflowers.

She was busy with affairs lately, likely had no time to go out specifically picking wildflowers, so it must have been given by this male beast?

A male gifting flowers to a female, the meaning is obvious.

Shen Li’s face turned somewhat unpleasant.

He pursed his lips, turned his gaze to the two inside the room, Shen Tang was rolling up her sleeves, handing Luo Fei a medicine pouch, instructing, "Help me get a basin of water, I’ll wash my hands, remember to soak the medicine pouch for about five minutes."

"Yes, Your Majesty."

"Warm water will be sufficient, not too hot, not too cold."

"Got it!"

The two chatted familiarly, the atmosphere relaxed.

Clearly, they had known each other for a while.

During his absence, had she... found someone new?

Shen Li’s smile completely faded, his eyes darkened, he clenched the bouquet tightly, turned to the table’s empty vase, inserting the flowers into the mouth.

Soon, Luo Fei brought a basin of warm water, placing it on the stool.

The medicinal pouch immersed in water had disinfecting, moisturizing effects, every time Shen Tang came to treat Shen Li, she would soak her hands with it first.

Shen Li sat on the chair, one hand propping his face, his long lashes lowered slightly, the other hand twirling the vase playfully, quiet as if truly just a patient waiting for treatment.

His gaze unconsciously fell on the two busy figures.

They were... really quite close.

Why speak so closely?

Would it kill them to keep some distance?

Anyone could see the male’s diligence and favor toward the female, she didn’t refuse, occasionally returning a smile.

Their familiar, harmonious atmosphere instead made Shen Li seem out of place, like an outsider.

But clearly, he was supposed to be her—

Shen Li ceased twirling the vase, his grip tightened slightly.

"Your Majesty, let me do it!" Luo Fei hastily stepped forward after Shen Tang finished washing her hands, eager to help move the basin.

His hand fell on Shen Tang’s, barely a touch, yet definitely not unintentional.

"Crash!"

The vase shattered with a crisp sound!

Shen Tang was startled by the sudden noise, turned to Shen Li, puzzled, "What happened?"

Shen Li glanced at the fragments and broken flowers on the ground with a gentle smile, "Sorry, my hand slipped."

"You—" Luo Fei was just about to savor the softness, but witnessed the flowers he picked in the morning shattered on the floor, his anger burning.

This fox spirit definitely did it on purpose!

Shen Tang spoke first, "It’s alright, just a vase, as long as you’re not hurt."

With that, she searched for something to clear it away.

Luo Fei hurried forward to assist, "Your Majesty, take a rest, I’ll handle it."

The bouquet was smashed into pieces, a pity, could only be disposed of with the vase.

This brief episode quickly passed by.

After completing the day’s treatment.

Shen Tang handed Luo Fei a bag of medicinal recipes, "I got these nourishing herbs from the hospital, help me turn them into a medicinal soup."

Adopting a multi-pronged approach, she refused to believe this fox tail wouldn’t grow back!

Luo Fei swallowed his annoyance, obediently went to work.

Once the soup was ready, he brought the bowl to Shen Li, "Drink it quickly."

Shen Li cast a cold glance at the bowl of dark medicinal soup, "I don’t need it."

"Don’t worry, there are sugar cubes in the pouch, it’s not bitter." Shen Tang looked at him, considerate, "I specially found someone to blend it for you, it’s beneficial for your health, once you’re completely healed, you can leave sooner."

"Your Majesty commanded you to drink, which patient doesn’t listen to the doctor!" Luo Fei thought this fox was really spoiled and arrogant!

Listening to the pair exchange quips, a hint of melancholy flickered in Shen Li’s heart.

Did she really wish for him to leave so much?

Shen Li took the bowl, draining it in one go.

In truth, it was still quite bitter.

He didn’t like bitterness, yet wished the soup were more bitter, masking the trace of bitterness in his heart.