Chapter 107: Pandora Plains

At dawn, the sun rose, yet it failed to burn off the heavy fog. It was still early, but the caravan had already begun its journey. Moving at this speed, they should reach the territory of the Snake Clan by noon.

As the saying goes, apprehension grows as one approaches home. As her hometown drew near, a trace of worry appeared on Arola's beautiful face—what if her parents didn't agree to her marriage?

"Xiaoya, don't be afraid. I'll handle everything."

Xu Feng comforted her softly. The Young Princess smiled, but the discerning eye could still see the worry behind that smile.

"Cousin, what's wrong? Don't be afraid. After all, you and he..." At this point, Niruis glanced at Xu Feng. "...have already cooked the rice. It'll be hard for your parents not to agree."

...

Speechless, Xu Feng nearly fell off his horse. Was this girl trying to comfort someone or make things worse? How could she be so blunt?

Arola was also stunned, her face turning as red as an apple. "You wicked girl, how can you say that? You're dead!"

Inside the carriage, laughter and exclamations broke out as Arola tickled Niruis.

"Ouch, cousin, I was wrong!"

"Alright, sister, I really won't dare again."

"Sis, if you don't stop, I'm going to fight back!"

...

Listening to the two girls' playful banter, Xu Feng shook his head with a smile, feeling peaceful and joyful. He was determined to work hard to preserve this beautiful life.

Unlike the human-established Taige Empire, the Orc Kingdom, as it was called, was actually a loose alliance. The Empress was only the nominal leader; usually, each clan handled its own affairs.

As one of the Beast God Four Clans, the Snake Clan occupied vast territory located in the Pandora Plain, with fertile land and a prosperous life.

"Pandora Plain?"

"Yes, what's wrong?" Seeing her boyfriend's strange expression, the two girls exchanged a glance.

"Nothing."

Xu Feng shook his head. It was just a coincidence in name. This was Hailanxing, unrelated to Earth's myths. He was overthinking it. Still... Pandora, Pandora, this name was a bit strange.

Besides the Snake Clan, there were some other orc tribes living nearby, but they were all weak, relying on and obeying the Snake Clan.

"Hmm, no wonder those centaurs and winged people have been so obsequious along the way. They're your father's subordinates."

Since he was going to propose marriage, he needed to understand his girlfriend's family background. Arola explained the situation and customs of the Snake Clan to Xu Feng in detail.

Time passed quickly...

"Cross this canyon, and ahead is the Pandora Plain."

When the Snake Clan's territory appeared before Xu Feng, it was a sight that made his eyes light up. The dark, fertile soil stretched as far as the eye could see, with golden wheat fields and several orc farmers working—a tranquil scene.

As the convoy passed, the orcs put down their farming tools and bowed one after another. The fluttering flags represented the glory of the Behemoth and Snake Clans, and the orcs showed them sincere respect.

It's true what they say, seeing is believing. It was said that orcs lived a hard life, but what Xu Feng saw was the complete opposite.

Passing through the wheat fields, the plain ahead stretched endlessly. About a few kilometers ahead, a team was already waiting.

Xu Feng and Niruis's marriage had spread throughout the entire Orc Kingdom, and the Snake Clan naturally discovered the whereabouts of their missing princess. This was the clan leader sending someone to welcome his daughter.

"Princess!"

A general dismounted and saluted—a burly warrior, about forty years old.

"Uncle Feiman, why have you come? Please rise."

Feiman was one of the Snake Clan leader's trusted aides, quite skilled in leading troops.

"Young Lady Niruis."

This Snake People general also saluted Niruis. The Behemoth Princess's mother was the clan leader's younger sister.

At the same time, Xu Feng was observing the team before him. As the rumors said, the more noble the orc's bloodline, the more they resembled humans. For example, Arola and Niruis. As a girl, Niruis couldn't transform into a Behemoth, and after transforming her golden snake tail into legs, Arola was no different from a human girl.

But ordinary orcs weren't like this. In the welcoming team, ninety-nine percent had human torsos and snake tails. Only about one percent of the Snake Clan could naturally transform their tails into legs.

After greeting the two princesses, Feiman turned his gaze to Xu Feng. This human youth should be the protagonist of the rumors. He had watched Arola grow up and knew the princess had a bad temper. As one of the most noble maidens in the Kingdom, how could she give herself to a human?

Not just Feiman, almost all the Snake People glared at Xu Feng. After all, who wanted their beautiful, noble princess to marry an outsider, especially when the rumored male lead was a human?

Countless hostile gazes made one feel as if sitting on pins and needles.

"Brother Xu Feng, you must be tired from riding. Come rest in the carriage for a while."

A pleasant voice reached his ears. Turning around, he saw the Behemoth Princess waving to him. Last night's date had brought the two much closer. Niruis, touched by Xu Feng's gentleness, felt she should show her support in return. For instance, in this situation, as his fiancée, she should back him up.

Arola smiled and took her cousin's hand. The surrounding orcs, however, were collectively stunned, hardly believing their ears. Xu Feng and Niruis's relationship was known throughout the Kingdom. Although there was a marriage contract due to a bet, according to everyone's speculation, the Behemoth Princess must be extremely unwilling, even hating Xu Feng...

But now, was this for real? Was this kid the reincarnation of the God of Love? It was well known that their own princess, though willful, couldn't compare to her cousin Niruis. As the beloved daughter of the Behemoth King, Niruis had been proud and aloof since childhood. Her nobility and beauty had captivated countless young orc nobles, yet Niruis wasn't interested in any of them.

Although she had to abide by the marriage contract due to the bet, given her personality, if she didn't like someone, she wouldn't compromise. But seeing how considerate she was toward Xu Feng just now... Could it be that this kid had won Niruis's heart in just two or three days?

Thud, thud. In the team, several admirers of the Behemoth Princess, witnessing this scene, were so shocked that they fainted on the spot.

His girlfriend's kind offer was something Xu Feng naturally wouldn't refuse. Moreover, he didn't want to endure everyone's hostile gazes outside. Holding the girl's hand, he jumped onto the carriage.

"Uncle Feiman, let's go!"

"Yes, Princess."

The wheels rumbled as they continued forward.

Arola frowned. She had also seen the scene just now—the hostile gazes of her clansmen toward her boyfriend. Her marriage with Brother Xu Feng was likely to face some obstacles.

"Cousin, don't worry."

"Yes, Xiaoya, don't be afraid. As long as there's true love, there will be a future."

"As long as there's true love, there will be a future." Arola repeated it twice, her furrowed brows gradually relaxing. Even the willful Behemoth Princess's eyes became dreamy—such a philosophical sentiment.

Xu Feng held each girl's hand on either side, his voice soft yet filled with sincerity: "Believe me, I will give you happiness..."

Outside the carriage, the Snake People seethed with jealousy and discontent. Inside, however, it was a picture of happiness and sweetness...

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