Chapter 287

Chapter 287 * 35%A Facing their sudden accusations, Nyx blinked innocently, completely baffled. She could smell the jealousy, strong and sour.

The males in her family were all prone to jealousy, but they usually kept it hidden, never showing it so openly.

After becoming beasts, their thinking had become more straightforward, and their expressions of emotion were more direct, making them seem clumsy yet endearing, Nyx found herself both amused and frustrated. She thought, “How could I possibly like a random lion?”

She wanted to defend herself, but from what she knew about her mates, once they got jealous, no amount of explanation would work. She’d have to find another way to calm them down.

But right now, she was still just a cub, and trying to soothe them was easier said than done.

After thinking for a while, Nyx decided to go straight to the point. “I don’t like him. I only like you two.

To boost the two male lions‘ confidence, she rattled off a list of reasons. “You saved my life, you didn’t leave me when I was sick, you catch me food every day, protect me The Heavenly Law had temporarily sealed the males memories but left their love for Nyx intact.

Driven by their feelings, they repeatedly went against their instincts for her, doing extraordinary things. No matter what anyone else said, they were entirely obedient to her.

Even if Nyx lost her beauty or didn’t have the mental power they depended on, their feelings remained unchanged.

This was the kind of unwavering love that could last forever.

On this vast prairie, Nyx only loved them.

The air was completely still Nyx’s comforting words worked perfectly, and the flames of anger in the two male lions‘ hearts were suddenly doused. They stood there, frozen.

Calming down, they began to reflect and regretted their earlier attitude. They’d unfairly questioned the young lioness.

In fact, they had no right to interfere with who Nyx liked.

But just thinking about their lioness possibly liking another lion–maybe even more than them–could one day follow another male lion to form a pride made them feel miserable.

“Don’t overthink it. I just thought it could help you two. Nyx patted their big paws. “I heard that the leader of the Great Valley Pride is a trio of brothers, and I’m worried you two might be at a disadvantage.”

She originally wanted to live with just her two mates, but when she found out they wanted to compete for the position of lion king, she didn’t mind accepting new members.

She trusted Theon and Felix’s strength, but she also didn’t want her mates to get hurt.

It was always good to have an extra hand.

Nyx’s gentle explanation made the two male lions feel even more embarrassed. “Sorry, Nyx.”

the ally situation, think it over Nyx wasn’t mad at them. “It’s okay, no need to apologize,” she shook her head. “But about the ally s carefully.”

1/3 * 35%A Chapter 287 For male lions, finding the right allies was crucial.

Apart from her mates, other lions were just ordinary lions to Nyx. She didn’t think about them at all. But Theon and Felix didn’t know the full story.

The thought of other male lions hunting for Nyx made them feel an intense sense of crisis. It lingered in their hearts, not going away.

They brought the waterbuck to meet Curled Ear.

Facing the two furious male lions, Curled Ear was confused, not understanding why they were returning the waterbuck This was a gift for you. Why aren’t you eating it?”

He was trying to show them goodwill in this way. And he had learned from last time. This time, he quietly visited, not disturbing the lioness who was sleeping.

He thought is plan was perfect but was once again cruelly rejected.

“Don’t show up in front of Nyx again,” the two jealous male lions warned sternly.

Just because Nyx wasn’t interested in him now didn’t mean she wouldn’t be later. They were going to nip this problem in the bud and not allow Curled Ear to make himself noticed in front of Nyx again.

The two male lions kicked Curled Ear out mercilessly but still felt it wasn’t enough.

They worried Nyx might still be thinking about the waterbuck she hadn’t eaten, so in the evening, they went hunting again.

bringing back a better waterbuck for her, hoping to treat her to a bigger meal.

Stimulated by the competition, Theon and Felix worked even harder to hunt, determined to get the fattest prey for Nyx to show her they were the best.

Nyx lived carefree, eating well every day, and by the time she was two, she had become a very beautiful sub–adult honess.

She had received plenty of nutrition during her growth period, and though she was still young, her body was almost as strong as an adult lioness. Her lighter–colored fur was thick and soft, and she radiated health and vitality, Under the sun, the lioness sprinted swiftly, helping the two male lions chase prey. Her graceful figure was full of strength. causing many stray male lions to be captivated.

Though the sub–adult lions hadn’t fully matured, they were already capable of reproduction and aware of their sexual instincts The onlooking male lions‘ gazes made Theon and Felix feel irritated. They let out earth–shaking roars, warning the others to stay away.

They protected Nyx as if she were their most precious possession.

Once, a bold stray lion tried to flirt with Nyx when they weren’t around, and they made an example out of him, almost ripping his life away.

Their ferocious reputation spread throughout the entire prairie, and aside from Curled Ear, many other stray male lions to seek an alliance.

came t Every one of them was rejected.

“We don’t want to ally anyway. We don’t care. Some of the rejected lions muttered sourly “Look at them, they’re so pathetic, getting pinned down by a lioness. It’s ridiculous.

2/3 Tue, 4 Mar Chapter 287 “If we team up with them. I can’t stand living like this “Two full–grown male lions, catching prey, but they always let the young lioness eat first. It’s beyond absurd.”

“All they care about is that lioness. They’ve completely forgotten about conquering the Great Valley”

“They’re too busy hunting for the lioness every day. If this keeps up, they’ll probably forget how to fight.”

Half of what the males guessed was true.

Although Theon and Felix hadn’t forgotten how to fight, they really had lost interest in the Great Valley Pride.

The dreams they had when they were younger faded the longer they lived with Nyx.

They were nearing adulthood, their bodies at their peak, yet they still hadn’t made a move toward the Great Valley.

They were waiting until the dry season arrived. Unlike previous years, this one was a rare, extreme drought.

The heat was unbearable, the temperature kept rising, and the greenery of the land faded early. Herbivores began migrating Nyx looked at the dry riverbed and felt a bad premonition in her heart. She quickly climbed to a higher spot and scanned the distant horizon.