Lin Qinghe’s accusation, filled with resentment, was met with a fierce glare from You Rong, who showed no sign of changing his demeanor.
Lin Qinghe rubbed her backside as she got up, telling herself repeatedly that there was no need to argue with a wolf cub. He was just a child now, not worth the trouble or effort…
Lin Qinghe took a deep breath, calming herself. Her beautiful, alluring eyes narrowed slightly as she sized up You Rong.
You Rong jutted out his neck, stubbornly staring back at Lin Qinghe. However, he was still young and couldn’t perfectly conceal his emotions. The clenched fists revealed his nervousness and fear.
Lin Qinghe raised an eyebrow, sat on the edge of the bed, and asked with a smile, “Hey, tell me first, how old are you now?”
You Rong gritted his teeth and blurted out, “None of your damn business!”
Lin Qinghe chuckled. She reached out, and You Rong’s body tensed noticeably. However, Lin Qinghe merely flicked his forehead, scolding him in exasperation, “Using such foul language at such a young age, you’re not learning anything good!”
You Rong glared at Lin Qinghe, unable to speak out of anger, but also unable to retort.
Lin Qinghe found it incredibly amusing. She teased, “You promised me yesterday that you’d help me get revenge, and you’d follow me. I kept my promise, and you’re going back on yours?”
The expression on the youth’s fresh and handsome face changed. After a long moment, he managed to choke out, “I… I’m not going back on my word! If you want to eat me, then eat me!”
His resigned demeanor almost made Lin Qinghe burst out laughing. Did You Rong misunderstand and think that following her meant becoming her food?
However, it wasn't entirely You Rong's fault for misunderstanding. If the original owner of the body were still here, he would indeed have become food for the vampires.
Lin Qinghe's smile deepened. “Since you promised to follow me, you are mine, and you must obey me. Otherwise, you’ll be going back on your word, understand?”
You Rong continued to glare at her, clearly unwilling but bound by his promise, unable to refute her.
Lin Qinghe knew she had You Rong in her grasp. She continued, “Alright, now tell me, how old are you?”
You Rong gritted his teeth and replied angrily, “Thirteen!”
Upon hearing this, Lin Qinghe’s beautiful face grew thoughtful.
A thirteen-year-old boy, by all rights, was still a minor. She truly couldn't bring herself to… After much thought, Lin Qinghe decided to keep him for now.
Just then, You Rong’s stomach rumbled loudly, clearly indicating he was hungry. When Lin Qinghe looked at him, he bit his lip tightly, a faint blush spreading across his pale face. The youth was embarrassed and angry.
Lin Qinghe understood. She stood up, dusted off her skirt, and extended her hand to him. “You’ve had a high fever all night, and now it’s midday. You must be hungry… Come on, get up and let’s go eat something.”
You Rong stared at Lin Qinghe’s fair, jade-like hand before him, his eyes flickering with confusion.
Sensing You Rong’s thoughts, Lin Qinghe felt a mischievous urge to tease him. “You skinny little wolf cub, you wouldn't even be enough for a single bite if you don’t grow bigger. Remember to eat more, so you’ll be tastier when I eat you, understand?”
As expected, You Rong’s anger flared instantly. He glared at her, snorted coldly, slapped away Lin Qinghe’s hand, and climbed out of bed himself, striding towards the door.
Watching You Rong’s retreating back, the smile on Lin Qinghe’s lips widened even further.
She had been wondering if raising him for a few years would be boring. Now, it seemed that teasing him now and then would be quite fun.
Lin Qinghe followed him out in good spirits. Outside, she saw You Rong stop, his body stiffening as he looked at the servants before him.
Lin Qinghe walked over and naturally took his hand. A servant, with a fist clenched over his chest, bowed and said, “Progenitor.”
Lin Qinghe nodded slightly, pulling You Rong forward. She said to him as they walked, “Come on, let’s go eat. Aren’t you hungry?”
You Rong followed Lin Qinghe downstairs, his head bowed. He was unusually silent, but Lin Qinghe knew he was suppressing a torrent of emotions. After all, the castle was filled with vampires, and his family had just been brutally murdered by vampires.
Upon reaching the first floor, the castle’s butler, Zhang Yi, dressed in a black evening suit, approached. Lin Qinghe calmly instructed, “Bring something to eat.”
Zhang Yi responded, “Yes, I’ll prepare it right away.”
Lin Qinghe and You Rong sat down in the dining room. Zhang Yi soon returned, bringing a glass of fresh blood and several pieces of raw steak.
Lin Qinghe looked at the fresh blood in the goblet and subtly frowned. The metallic scent of blood made her throat roll; it was her body's instinctual craving, yet her soul resisted it.
You Rong, sitting opposite Lin Qinghe, also frowned. Lin Qinghe raised an eyebrow and asked him, “Why aren’t you eating? Aren’t you hungry?”
You Rong looked at the bloody raw steak before him, his face extremely displeased. He remained silent.
Lin Qinghe pondered for a moment. “You don’t eat raw food, do you? Aren’t you a werewolf?”
You Rong gritted his teeth and said resentfully, “I am a werewolf! But not a wolf! Who would be as disgusting as you vampires…”
Before You Rong could finish, Zhang Yi coldly interrupted him. “You are not to be disrespectful to the Progenitor! A mere werewolf dares to offend the Progenitor, do you want to…”
Lin Qinghe interrupted Zhang Yi’s unfinished sentence. “Enough! No need to say more. Take the raw steak away and have it cooked before bringing it back up.” After a moment’s thought, Lin Qinghe added, “Make it like human food, with seasonings.”
Most werewolves lived among humans, so Lin Qinghe figured their lifestyles wouldn't differ significantly from humans.
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Zhang Yi looked conflicted. “Progenitor, this… you know, the castle is all vampires. Vampires only need to feed on blood, so… How about I capture a human to come and prepare human food?”
With only vampires in the castle, if they brought an ordinary human, let alone cooking, it was uncertain if the person would faint from fright or remain conscious.
Lin Qinghe looked at You Rong’s gloomy face and sighed. “Forget it, where is the kitchen? I’ll do it myself.”
Zhang Yi was terrified. “This… how can that be! Progenitor, you…”
“Less nonsense, where’s the kitchen?”
Zhang Yi’s expression was very strange, but having no other choice, he pointed in the direction of the castle’s kitchen. Lin Qinghe got up and walked towards where he pointed.
After walking a few steps, Lin Qinghe suddenly remembered something and stopped, turning back to look at You Rong. “You come with me, quickly!”
Several low-ranking vampire servants’ eyes were filled with desire as they repeatedly glanced at You Rong, hoping that after she finished eating, his flesh would be granted to them. If he were left alone outside, someone daring might eat him.
You Rong didn’t want to go with Lin Qinghe. After Lin Qinghe narrowed her eyes and let out a threatening “hmm,” he reluctantly followed.