Little Family Treasure of the Apocalyptic Boss

Chapter 16: Rejection

As Ye Ze and the little snake sub-beast approached the small hill, Ye Ze noticed the traces of two individuals.

At that moment, the little snake sub-beast was happily playing among the pile of dolls, an unusual sight as he wasn’t insisting on going out to work. Therefore, before these two caused any trouble, Ye Ze happily focused only on the adorable sight of the little snake sub-beast buried among the snake-shaped plush toys, ignoring the intruders outside.

—He didn’t want to create any disturbance that might disturb the little snake sub-beast.

Unfortunately, things didn’t go as planned.

The two guys he had spared appeared at the entrance of the cave without any sign of remorse. The released hostility made the killing intent in Ye Ze’s heart uncontrollably rage.

Originally, everything had been well-suppressed.

Ye Ze made a light sound, approached and ruffled the little snake sub-beast’s head. “I’ll be right back.”

“?” The little snake sub-beast raised his head, blinked his eyes at him. The next moment, he put down the snake plush toy he was holding, attempting to stand up, wanting to be a quiet, obedient, and useful accessory behind Ye Ze.

Thinking that Ye Ze had something to do, the little snake sub-beast was ready to help.

In any case, he could do any odd job that needed a hand!

Of course, if Ye Ze didn’t mind that he didn’t understand anything and was willing to delegate the main tasks to him, he would work hard to complete them!

The little snake sub-beast, swinging his tail, had a positive look as if he were rolling up his sleeves and getting ready. Then, he was poked on the forehead by Ye Ze, pressed back, and buried into a pile of plush toys of various sizes.

“No, you can’t.” Ye Ze solemnly wagged his finger at him. “What I’m going to do is restricted to adults. Children can’t participate. Understand?”

Nuo Nuo is already an adult!

The little snake sub-beast protested with a pout.

He can be an adult… huh?

Suddenly, the little snake sub-beast, who seemed to recall something, blushed on his cheeks. Wriggling under the plush toys, he buried himself thoroughly.

Hmm. Maybe Ye Ze just wanted to go to the bathroom. Nuo Nuo really shouldn’t go with him!

Under the colorful plush toys, a small section of a tail tip that hadn’t been hidden well was exposed. For some reason, it was tense, shaking here and there. Even the usually white scales showed a faint pink color.

It always felt like the little snake sub-beast was thinking of something strange.

Ye Ze raised an eyebrow. His mind, much dirtier than the little snake sub-beast’s, circled around outside, then was kicked away by the “adult’s” moral sense. He walked out of the cave.

He didn’t want the little snake sub-beast to sense the brutality and coldness on him.

He also didn’t want the little snake sub-beast to come into contact with this group of unscrupulous natives again.

However, not contacting them might lead to a continuous stream of people coming to harass.

So annoying, these people. If only he could wipe them out directly.

No, that would frighten the little snake sub-beast.

Let’s wait and see.

In the land, the vines with a touch of crimson at the edge retracted at the verge of breaking through the soil. In their place, a soundproof wall of green vines suddenly flourished at the entrance of the room inside the cave.

Ye Ze stood at the entrance of the cave. His deep black eyes seemed to absorb all the light like an abyss.

“You are the outsider who saved Wei Man?” Hei Qing raised his chin, arrogantly staring at Ye Ze. “Our chief has already said it. As a gesture of gratitude, the Black Snake Tribe is willing to accept you. We are here to take you back to the tribe.”

A tone as if bestowing a favor.

Hei Qing didn’t think there was anything wrong with it.

In the wild where magical beasts abound, unless one possesses unparalleled strength, such as the legendary level of a beast king, it is quite difficult for a lone beastman to live safely and smoothly. Hei Qing empathized and felt that in a world where no one could have such a strong capital, one would not be able to enjoy the elevated status and luxurious treatment within the tribe.

It was only natural for Ye Ze, who was still cowering in this small hill, not to be a big shot acting alone.

Moreover, in Hei Qing’s understanding, the tribe members gathered according to the race. This extreme exclusivity resulted in the Black Snake Tribe being willing to accept an outsider like Ye Ze. Ye Ze should be grateful for the noble status and luxurious treatment that the Black Snake Tribe was willing to offer him.

“I refuse.”

Apparently, these “common sense” principles didn’t apply to Ye Ze.

Ye Ze’s voice was extremely calm. Not only did it not produce any ripples, but it also faintly revealed a sense of disgust and disdain.

These emotions were so subtle that they were almost imperceptible, yet they penetrated the proud hearts of Hei Qing and Wei Man like tiny thorns.

“What did you say?” Hei Qing felt a kind of offended anger.

Wei Mn, who was earnestly expressing, also showed a puzzled expression. Suppressing the embarrassment in the comparison of resources, fearing that Ye Ze hadn’t fully understood the situation, Wei Man explained eagerly, “Do you know what you are rejecting? Although you have many rare resources, staying here, in that place where the outsider lives, you have no future! Only the tribe can provide you with more resources, and even opportunities to study in larger tribes!”

Hei Qing’s pupils contracted, his face darkening at the last sentence.

“Before making any conditions, at least resolve the internal conflicts first,” Ye Ze sneered, the cold light in his eyes almost turning into blades, “Besides, I have many things to do here. Take advantage of the fact that I haven’t changed my mind—get lost!”

He didn’t want bloodshed to occur at his doorstep.

“You!” Hei Qing clenched his fists, wanting to rush forward in anger and teach this talkative beastman a lesson. However, he was pulled back by Wei Man, dragged behind him.

“I am the only sub-beastman in the chief’s family,” Wei Man proudly puffed his chest, “Become my partner, no matter what, you are destined to have a spot. If you are worried about this, I assure you, there will be no problem at all.”

“Snap.” A hasty sound came from the cave.

Very cautious, very careful. But it was still caught by Ye Ze’s keen senses.

The little snake sub-beast, unable to suppress the impulse to work, probably ran to the door of the room and noticed something unusual.

“You…”

“Shut up.” The expression of the Overlord of the Apocalypse completely chilled down, and the suppressed killing intent burst out completely.

The two people’s faces instantly turned pale. Muscles were frozen like ice in place, cold sweat flowed all over the ground but dared not move.

Terrifying.

This feeling was too terrifying.

Vines with sheathed thorns emerged from the ground, and the crimson edges seemed to be stained with blood. Like poisonous snakes, they quickly climbed onto the two people, forming a sturdy restraint. Then, as if throwing away trash, they were violently thrown outside.

“If there is a next time, it won’t be such a pleasant treatment.”

Ye Ze looked at the two figures flying out, lowered his eyes, took a deep breath: Calm down. You are the good beastman in the little snake sub-beast’s eyes. How can a good beastman kill? That’s impossible!

Two solid landing sounds accompanied by painful cries came, and the mood of the Overlord of the Apocalypse, who sought revenge for grievances, eased slightly. The murderous intent in his heart subsided, and he returned to the cave with light steps.

“Nuo Nuo. Nuo Nuo?”

Ye Ze called several times but received no response. He sighed helplessly and walked forward, digging the little snake sub-beast out from the plush toys.

“What happened?” He lightly wiped the red-tipped eyes of the little snake sub-beast with his fingertip. “Afraid of the people from the tribe?”

Ye Ze pinched the little snake sub-beast’s cheek. “Don’t be afraid. They can’t beat me. If they dare to bully you, I’ll…”

The menacing word “kill” was about to be uttered but was firmly bitten back by the master. He changed his tone and said, “I’ll just chase them all away.”

Ye Ze pretended to look fierce, but it resembled more of a big dog threatening.

The small snake sub-beast’s pitiful expression broke for a second, revealing a hint of uncontrollable laughter.

Thus, Ye Ze’s expression softened.

“I’m not scared.”

The small, soft voice suddenly reached his ears, leaving Ye Ze momentarily unable to understand its content.

The little snake sub-beast shook his head lightly. Delicate fingers reached out, carefully grabbing the hand in front of him. The golden eyes stared at him with seriousness.

“Ye Zi, will you leave here to go to the tribe?”

“Of course not,” Ye Ze answered without hesitation. He felt that this option was a bit absurd.

Wasn’t the little snake sub-beast cute and easy to raise? Why bother going to such a rigid place and find discomfort?

But obviously, the little snake sub-beast didn’t think so.

Watching Ye Ze like this, opening and closing his mouth for a long time, he finally asked hesitantly, “But, everyone really likes him…”

“But I like Nuo Nuo more.” Ye Ze sat in the pile of plush toys, leaning closely to the little snake sub-beast. Unhesitatingly, he praised, “Nuo Nuo is much more likable than him. Soft hair, beautiful golden eyes. Hardworking and cute. I only like Nuo Nuo.”

“!”

The little snake sub-beast’s brain seemed to be hammered by a giant hammer, blanking out for a moment, his face blushing uncontrollably.

This was the first time Nuo Nuo had been praised so much by a beastman.

Um… it’s too embarrassing!

Ye Ze looked at the shy and coiled-up little snake sub-beast, silently laughing. He reached out and held the little snake sub-beast’s hand, using the freed hand to rub the little snake sub-beast’s head. He was quite satisfied.

Undeniably, the sub-beastman’s appearance was indeed somewhat beautiful, falling into the category of beautiful people. However, it didn’t reach the extent that it could sway Ye Ze with beauty.

If it were the little snake sub-beast, on the other hand…

Realizing what he was thinking, Ye Ze was suddenly shocked, abruptly stopping even the comforting hand on the little snake sub-beast.

Welcoming the concerned and puzzled gaze of the little snake sub-beast.

Clearly, he was still blushing, thinking about his state.

This kind of little snake sub-beast made people have thoughts of “liking” him; it was only natural.

Ye Ze’s hand, resting on the top of the little snake sub-beast’s head, slid back gently, pulling him gently toward himself. Then, he lowered his head and dropped an extremely light and soft kiss on the little snake sub-beast’s forehead.

The black gem was dissolving.

The little snake sub-beast got lost in the bright and warm, unbreakable black pupils.

“Reward.” The guy who ate tofu spoke convincingly.

He reassured the innocent little snake sub-beast, “Won’t leave Nuo Nuo. Unless Nuo Nuo doesn’t want me anymore. Rest assured.”

The little snake sub-beast blushed. His arms encircled Ye Ze, burying himself in Ye Ze’s embrace.

In the reliable chest, a familiar vibration echoed.

Ye Ze chuckled softly, fingers playing with the soft hair of the little snake sub-beast. His pupils darkened into endless swirling vortexes.

The little snake sub-beast lived peacefully here, and for now, Ye Ze didn’t want to change that.

Certain people better be tactful. If they dare to come again, he’ll sneak into the tribe and deal with them directly.

After all, the missing population in the tribe and the innocent “beastman” living in the cave have absolutely no connection.

Isn’t that right?