Quick Travel to the Clouds

Chapter 589 I am a Rabbit-Eared Clan 7

The last rays of the setting sun were swallowed by the dark cave entrance, and two figures, one tall and one short, returned to the dry and safe stone cave.

The enormous wolf-shaped creature trembled slightly as soon as it stepped into the cave.

The black hair, like the flowing darkness of night, silently receded and subsided.

Almost in the blink of an eye, the terrifying outline of the giant wolf collapsed and reshaped, transforming back into the lean and strong human form wearing only an animal skin skirt—bronze skin tightly wrapped around muscles full of primal power, and deep eyes appearing even more serene in the dimness of the cave.

He turned his head slightly, his gaze falling on the small figure beside him.

Yun Chu's movements were almost synchronized with his transformation.

Without You needing to lift a finger, Yun Chu's thoughts stirred, and tender wild vegetables glistening with morning dew, plump purple berries, clusters of succulent gray-white mushrooms, and the most eye-catching pheasant and half a wild boar's meat appeared abruptly yet harmoniously on the clean stone pavement.

The fresh scent of grass and trees instantly dispelled the lingering silence deep within the cave.

Her fingers were slender yet exceptionally dexterous, quickly gathering dry twigs and moss from the corner and skillfully igniting a new campfire on the still-burning embers.

The flames leaped up, their warm golden-red light dispelling the chill of the mountain night and highlighting the outline of the girl's snow-white rabbit ears.

You Yuan watched silently, but when Yun Chu picked up the bone knife to process the ingredients, his Adam's apple bobbed slightly, as if he wanted to say something—this was usually his job.

The girl's movements were as fluid as a mountain spring: the meat was deboned and chopped neatly and thrown into the earthenware pot on the fire; the wild vegetables were washed, torn into pieces, and added in; and the straw mushrooms retained their plump, natural flavor.

Finally, she crushed a few sweet and sour purple berries with her fingertips, dripping the juice into the soup, bringing a hint of anticipated slightly sour fruity aroma.

The whole process was quiet and focused, with only the crackling of burning firewood, the soft sound of ingredients falling into the water, and the bubbling of soup echoing in the cave.

A strange sense of harmony enveloped the small space, as if this was how they were supposed to work—he hunted outside, and she managed the household.

The soup in the earthenware pot gradually thickened, glistening with oil.

The rich flavor of the meat, the crispness of the wild vegetables, the freshness of the straw mushrooms, and the subtle aroma of fruit, all gently blended together by the flames, create a captivating fragrance that permeates the entire cave.

You sat cross-legged by the fire without making a sound, like a silent rock.

But the aroma seemed to possess a strange penetrating power, seeping into the depths of his senses, which were accustomed to recognizing only prey and danger.

His deep gaze was fixed on the boiling soup pot, and his Adam's apple seemed to move almost imperceptibly.

The soup is finally ready.

Yun Chu carefully filled two bowls, steaming hot. She first held one bowl to You, her golden eyes sparkling like the rising morning star: "You, would you like to try some?"

You took the warm ceramic bowl. He paused when his fingertips touched the girl's slightly cool, reddened fingertips from her busy work.

He lowered his eyes, gazing at the glossy broth and abundant meat and vegetables in the bowl.

When the first sip of rich broth, carrying tender chunks of meat, rolls into your mouth, time seems to be compressed a moment by the explosive umami flavor.

It was so much better than the cooked meat he usually made, which was just to fill his stomach!

The broth is warm and mellow, melting in your mouth with the essence of the meat and the complex aroma of freshly harvested mountain delicacies. The perfect touch of fruit acidity dispels the greasiness, leaving only pure and rich layers flowing in your mouth.

Every bite carries the warmth of fire and the memory of the land, as if the entire vibrant mountain forest has been stewed in this bowl.

You's fingers, gripping the bowl, tightened unconsciously for a moment.

His face remained expressionless, but he lowered his eyes slightly, his long eyelashes casting a small shadow in the firelight.

But he ate much slower, savoring each bite with an almost scrutinizing focus.

There were no words, but the brief pause and the extremely subtle, almost illusionary glint in his eyes were enough to tell of his astonishment—this was by no means a simple matter of "edible" or "delicious," but a taste that was beyond his past experience.

Yun Chu held the small bowl and sipped the hot soup slowly. The warmth in her stomach made her squint her big golden eyes comfortably.

The sweet berries made her lips curl into a slight smile, like a child who had secretly enjoyed a delicious bite.

The tension and fear seemed to have been somewhat diluted by the bowl of hot soup. She glanced up and saw that the soup was emptying much more slowly than usual, which made her feel even more satisfied.

The firelight flickered gently, casting long shadows of the two figures leaning against each other onto the rough cave walls. The warm aroma of the soup mingled with the scent of firewood, dispelling the loneliness and chill of the mountain night.

The chill, like a lurking monster, quietly crept into the warm cave as the night deepened.

The embers of the charcoal fire still emitted a faint warmth, but the surrounding air cooled down rapidly.

Yun Chu sat on the straw mat wrapped in animal skin, but her body began to tremble slightly involuntarily.

After the fatigue of a day's journey and the comfort of a warm soup faded, my newly formed body seemed particularly sensitive to temperature, with my exposed fingertips and ankles feeling chilly.

The damp, cold air seemed to seep into her bones, causing her to shiver slightly involuntarily, each breath bringing out fine white mist.

You, who had been sitting by the fire with her eyes closed, opened them.

Those dark eyes, as deep as a frozen pool, swept over the small figure huddled on the straw mat in the dim light.

She was unconsciously wrapping the animal skin tightly around herself, but she still couldn't stop her shoulders from trembling slightly, and her soft rabbit ears seemed to be drooping from the cold.

He rose silently. His large, robust figure moved in the dim light and shadow without making a sound.

At the edge of the firelight, the massive wolf-like silhouette of Youna reformed. Its jet-black fur resembled a fabric from the abyss in the dim light.

Without the slightest hesitation, he steadily strode towards the shivering girl in the corner. His massive body radiated an endless stream of heat, a warmth far hotter and more vibrant than any campfire.

When Yun Chu looked up in surprise, You had already lay down beside her "bed" covered with dry grass.

His strong body stretched out naturally, as if resting among the rocks, but the thick, fluffy black fur that carried a strong wolfish scent formed a small, warm, and sheltered hollow.

His deep, guttural voice echoed through the cave walls, carrying an undeniable, natural law: "Come here."

Without much explanation, only the wolf-like, natural, and powerful heat emanating from him instantly dispelled the damp chill around Yun Chu.

She hesitated for a moment, but her body's desire for warmth quickly overcame that inexplicable shyness.

Yun Chu moved cautiously, like a small animal returning to its nest. She gently leaned her cold body against it, tentatively nestling into the warm, dry depths of that black, furry sea.

Instantly, she was completely enveloped by a powerful heat source.

The thick, warm side of his body pressed against her back, and his burning body heat radiated through the animal hide.

The strong, powerful heartbeat transmitted through the vibrations of her tightly pressed fur, its steady rhythm striking her senses.

The scent unique to apex predators, carrying a faint aroma of grass and rocks, surrounded her, and strangely, it brought her an unprecedented sense of security.

It's a sense of absolute security, as if protected by an invisible, powerful force.

The cold, stiff body was quickly penetrated and softened by this warmth.

The slight shivering stopped without me even realizing it.

Yun Chu almost sighed as she breathed a sigh of relief, her tense nerves completely relaxing.

Sleepiness, like a warm tide, gently washed over her consciousness.

The focus of his golden eyes gradually blurred, and his eyelids drooped heavily.

Before drifting into a dreamless, deep sleep, Yun Chu vaguely felt that the huge wolf ears on her head seemed to tilt more towards her, like a silent and focused shield.

Her last remaining thought was the steady, powerful heartbeat against her chest, one beat after another, like a safe and timeless lullaby.

Outside the cave, the mountain winds of the Year of the Snake whistled through the cliff face.

Inside the cave, the campfire had died down, with only a few embers flickering in the ashes, rising and falling in sync with the even, deep breaths of the enormous wolf shadow beside the sleeping girl, guarding this warm, dark world.