My Evil Wife Is a Nine-Tailed Fox

Chapter 218 – You Will Be Mine, Milady (2)

Whether it was a premonition or someone with such a strong murderous intent was approaching, the white fox wasn't sure. Although she had lived for centuries and despite her huge form that was larger than any normal fox, the white fox could still be considered a young cub by her clan. Her experience was lacking. 

There weren't many fox demons living in this world, and it could be said that their population was dwindling compared to the other demons. The young fox was sure that her elder brother must have been looking for her everywhere by now. However, if Qin Zhi was smart enough, she supposed that the young man had already heard the rumors about the Young Miss Su having a rare white fox as her companion. 

She ignored Su Daji's weeping and went deep into the forest, intending to hunt for something to eat. Ever since they left the Su household, the fox would occasionally leave at night once she deemed that Su Daji was safe. 

As to why she decided to stick with the young woman, it was merely her curiosity about this human that piqued her interest. Su Daji's scent was very pleasing, compared to the other humans the white fox had encountered in her long life. 

Unlike other young misses of her status, the young lady didn't emit such a nauseous scent of greed and jealousy. The young woman had the light smell of the delicate fragrance of a flower. Just like herself, both were pure and untainted, making one want to protect her at all costs. It was as if she was born with a natural air of gracefulness and gentleness that could move one's heart, even that of a demon. 

Su Daji didn't speak flowery words to gain favors and approval from others. In fact, if the white fox would be blunt, she would say that the young lady's soul was pure… except for the feelings she harbored towards her brother. 

The white fox had seen and encountered thousands of humans before, but not one human managed to keep her calm and not disgusted, except Su Daji. It was then that the fox decided to stay close to the young woman. 

Compared to her long life, that of Lady Su was fleeting like a chrysanthemum flower, so spending some years with her didn't sound so bad for the white fox at all. She wanted to see how long her curiosity would be piqued by this young woman. 

Would there be a day that Su Daji's soul would become tainted? The white fox wondered. 

And so, she decided to wait and see the end of Su Daji's life with her own eyes. Whether Su Daji remained untainted or not, the white fox wouldn't miss it. 

As the fox hunted deep in the mountains, Su Daji had sneaked out of their camp in an attempt to take a stroll and clear her mind. There weren't enough people to guard the camp, so she was able to sneak away, with the intention of going back as soon as she calmed herself. However, she wandered around aimlessly without any particular means to mark the path she took.

When she came to and couldn't recognize the sight before her anymore, the Young Miss Su started to panic. It was only when she realized that she might have strolled too far from the camp did she decide to retrace her steps in futility. 

The weather of the northern part of the Su province was harsher than what they had back at home. Su Daji was sure that she hadn't walked that long, but the snow had already buried the footsteps she made. She continued to look around, hoping to find a hint that could lead her back to the camp. 

However, she reached a clear spot that she couldn't recognize at all. There, she met a man in a black and white robe and had two swords tied on his side. The lower part of his face was concealed, but his dark obsidian eyes were limitless, staring coldly at Su Daji's form. 

"W-who are you?" The young woman asked as she clutched her coat, seeking warmth from the coldness that struck her. 

The man didn't reply but stepped forward, invading Su Daji's private space. He harshly grabbed her chin and turned her head sideways as if he was scrutinizing her like a precious gem. 

"Who would have thought that Minister Su would have such great beauty as his daughter?" He spoke his mind, which immediately made a cold shiver run down Su Daji's spine. Despite their proximity, she couldn't feel any warmth from this person at all. 

This man knew her and her father. Would this mean that he was an enemy of the other party? However, what was he doing here? Who was he?

The mysterious man was almost as tall as Jiang Mo and shared a similar build with him, but one could easily sense a bloodthirsty aura coming from this man. His mere presence could almost choke Su Daji, her legs trembling in fear. 

She shouldn't have left the camp on her own, especially without the aid of her friend, the white fox. If only the white fox was with her, she wouldn't have gotten lost. She wouldn't have encountered such a dangerous man. 

"Y-you… what do you want from me?" 

"Such an interesting question, Milady." His thumb ran over her pale lower lip, his eyes hooded as he admired her otherworldly beauty. "Even the most beautiful flower in the capital couldn't be compared to you." 

Su Daji didn't know what he meant by that, but what she knew was that he desired her like the rest of the men who previously sought her for marriage. She wanted to scream and run away, but her body refused to move even by an inch. 

"Brother Mo, please save me.' She prayed in her heart, but she doubted that Jiang Mo was aware that she was missing by now. He must be so preoccupied and busy with his female companion that he had forgotten about her presence at his own camp. 

"Who are you?" She asked in a low, trembling voice. 

The man chuckled as the calloused pads of his fingertips touched her smooth cheek. 

"I'm known as Prince Rui. You might have heard about me, Milady." 

Su Daji gasped. Of course, she had. How could she not hear about the leader of the invaders that her province's defenders were trying to resist? 

Xuan Yanrui… was commonly known as Prince Rui, the ninth prince. 

Three men dressed in the same fashion appeared behind the man, and they looked at Su Daji with curiosity. 

"Master, should we hold her hostage?" One of them asked. 

"No. There's no need for that. After being in a stalemate with Minister Su and Jiang Mo, I think I found a better one than the Su province," the man said with such a baritone voice with a dangerous note. 

The three looked at one another, baffled as to why their master suddenly changed his mind. Of course, they knew how valuable Su Daji was for Minister Su and Jiang Mo. Their troop was having a hard time exterminating Jiang Mo as he was too strong for the men they previously sent to kill the man. 

Although Jiang Mo was only twenty years old, he already managed to make a name for himself. Many knew that his civil and military skills were good as if he was innate with it. He had led a troop of his own, and despite their small numbers, they were able to secure their win.

If this persisted, Jiang Mo would become a huge thorn on Xuan Yanrui's side. The three believed that one must nip the bud before it could bloom. 

"Master, please explain, this lowly servant doesn't understand." 

"The fate of the Su province and its constituents will be decided by Lady Su," the mysterious man answered, lowering his mask to allow Su Daji to have a look at his face. 

Su Daji could see that this man was in his early twenties, and although he was handsome, she couldn't help but feel his oppressive eyes on her. It was like her instincts were telling her that this man was bad news, and he was up to no good. 

"W-what?" She gasped in shock.

"Lady Su has had enough of this war and bloodshed, right? If you surrender yourself to me and become my woman, I would leave your lands alone. You wouldn't have to worry about innocent lives being lost on the battlefield… so long as you are willing to take a step forward and give yourself to me." 

Su Daji's mind went blank. 

However, as soon as the mysterious man said these words, a low but threatening growl of an animal resounded in the area. The three men that were accompanying Xuan Yanrui entered their stances. 

The prince released Su Daji as his eyes caught a huge white fox with glowing eyes, leaping out of nowhere.