I Am the Only Fertile Woman in the Game-Chapter 126: The Hot Hands

Having confirmed her identity, Anubis's attitude changed instantaneously.

His movements became cautious, his gaze filled with concern and a scarcely noticeable exuberance.

Qiao Suisui steadied herself against the wall, saying, "It seems they plan to blow this place open; we need to hurry and find an exit."

"Mm," Anubis responded softly, his tone complex, "You stay here, don't move; I'll go look."

Unaware that Anubis had recognized her, Qiao Suisui continued to try to play Ellie, "We should go together; it's good to have someone watching your back."

Anubis nodded, then realizing she might not see him clearly, said, "Okay. Grab the hem of my clothes, and follow behind me."

He moved his position carefully, protectively positioning himself in front of her, always paying attention to her movements, while his gaze never left Qiao Suisui.

Taking advantage of the darkness, he carefully examined her from head to toe several times.

In fact, after their call that night, although Qiao Suisui did not tell Anubis what she was going to do, when he obtained that surveillance footage for her, Anubis knew something was about to happen. Indeed, the next morning, Li Yi came pounding on the door, his face red with anger, pointing to a video on the Light Computer for Anubis to see, stuttering with his words.

Anubis watched the video, stunned in place, a buzzing noise in his head continuing for several minutes.

"Anu, is she, is she, is she a Female, no, she's an Ancient Human, oh my God, and I used the restroom in front of her!!! Ah!!! I'm finished!!! I've lost all my dignity!!!"

Li Yi collapsed, wailing as he ran in circles in the living room, stripping his clothes off and beating his chest in a frenzy. It's hard to explain the actions of someone in a state of extreme embarrassment.

Li Yi, running in circles around the room, and Anubis, standing motionless, were a stark contrast.

He raised his hand slowly and stiffly, replayed the video, and confirmed once more that the long-haired girl in the picture was indeed Qiao, with whom he had been living. Suddenly, Anubis felt an unfamiliar emotion rise within him.

That emotion made him tremble all over, gasping for breath, his heart almost leaping out of his chest.

Just like at this moment.

In the narrow wine cellar, they walked side by side. Qiao Suisui was touching the walls to find an exit, while Anubis feared she could hear the wild beating of his heart, yet he did not put any distance between them. Instead, when their arms inadvertently touched, he moved imperceptibly closer to her slender figure.

The sound of their breathing was exceptionally clear in the silent space.

"Why... are you here?" Anubis suddenly asked in a low voice, a hint of probing in his tone.

"I..." Qiao Suisui was about to say she had been followed, but remembering she was supposed to be Ellie and a stranger to him, and still not ready to face Li Yi and Anubis openly, worried that revealing her identity might dissolve the purity of their original friendship, she fibbed, "I was just passing by, saw you seemed in trouble, so I thought I might lend a hand."

Anubis looked down, silent for a moment, his pleasant voice again rising in the cellar, "Thank you."

The two continued searching for the exit and finally, Qiao Suisui felt a moving wall panel. With a 'click,' the wall rotated, light spilling in from behind it.

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"Found it!"

Qiao Suisui let out a sigh of relief, ready to push the door and leave, when suddenly a warm hand gently grasped hers.

"They might be lying in ambush outside; let me go check first."

His voice was tender and warm, a stark contrast to the indifference he had shown upon entering. Qiao Suisui nodded somewhat dazedly.

Only after Anubis confirmed the situation outside was safe did he return to the wine cellar.

"They're gone; we can come out now."

Qiao Suisui reached out, hoping he would give her a hand up, but she saw Anubis leap down instead, and before she could react, he had scooped her up in his arms, steadying her on the rope ladder.

"Be careful."

Anubis's voice was melodious and deep. Qiao Suisui's back pressed against his chest, feeling its fierce heat. Meanwhile, the man behind her was unaware. His hand rested on her waist, gently supporting her, intending to help her up.

She could feel her face growing hot, the skin on her waist that he touched felt like it had been scorched.

Qiao Suisui's heartbeat quickened. She leaned on Anubis's shoulder, feeling the warmth of his embrace. In the cramped cellar, an ambiguous aura spread through the air, as if everything was quietly changing.

After both emerged from the cellar, Anubis remained alert, holding her hand and running fast out of the manor.

Qiao Suisui's physical strength eventually couldn't match that of the male. After sprinting for a while, her breathing became heavy. Anubis held her hand tightly and after her breathing evened out a bit, he said in a low voice, "We're not completely safe yet, I'll carry you on my back."

Breathing lightly, she decided not to waste time because of herself, so she nodded. Anubis took off his coat and tied it around her waist. Today she wore a skirt, and her cloak had been lost somewhere during the earlier scuffle. Knowing Anubis did this to prevent her from being exposed while he carried her, her heart warmed.

She lay on his back, smelling his distinctive scent, suddenly feeling a bit shy.

That scent was the natural attraction that males emanate to females, filled with male hormones, yet mixed with the cleanliness and freshness of a young man.

The young man's back was not frail, on the contrary, it was firm and broad. His shoulders were wide, imparting an inexplicable sense of security.

Anubis easily carried Qiao Suisui on his back and ran six or seven kilometers from the manor before he began to breathe heavily.

He protected her as he gently set her down, checking her condition immediately.

"Are you okay?"

Qiao Suisui shook her head, noticing the sweat on his forehead had dampened his hair. She instinctively reached out to wipe it away but stopped abruptly midair.

She was now Ellie, and the two of them weren't that close. This would be strange, right...?

Expectation surged in Anubis's eyes, but it dimmed as he saw her retract her hand awkwardly.

Without a hint of emotion, he lowered his gaze and brushed his hair back, sweeping all his black hair back to reveal his smooth forehead.

The young man's sculpted features suddenly became more striking. His brow bone was distinct, his nose bridge high, and his peach blossom eyes looked brooding when he wasn't smiling, but incredibly profound when softened, giving the illusion of deep affection in any gaze.

Qiao Suisui shifted her eyes away uncomfortably, saying, "Then... we should part ways here. Take care of yourself."

Anubis looked at her, silent for a long moment. His lips moved slightly as though he wanted to say something, but in the end, he swallowed his words and only asked, "Where are you headed next?"

"Female Protection Association."

"I'll take you."

He responded quickly, as if no matter what she said, a 'I'll take you' was waiting.

Qiao Suisui blinked, knowing she should refuse, but somehow feeling she didn't have a reason to.

Anubis didn't give her much time to think. He untied the clothes from around her waist and draped it over her shoulders again.

"Let's go, I know a safe route."