C2 Selling His Cuteness to Save His Life

Who would have thought the celebration was premature? The next moment, she was lifted by the neck, "Got some nerve, huh?" He glanced around the room, now a complete mess, with a dangerous glint in his eyes. Lu Xiaoxiao's hair stood on end. Not good! Her instincts screamed that the man before her was trouble.

"Ever wonder how fried cat meat tastes? Or maybe boiled..." Cang Xu's voice was deliberately slow and low, as if genuinely pondering the best way to cook her.

Lu Xiaoxiao shivered in fear and quickly cried out, "Meow! Meow! Meow! I'm not tasty! Really, I'm not!"

Cang Xu stared into the pair of cat eyes in front of him. Could it understand him? His almond-shaped eyes narrowed slightly, a hint of curiosity in them.

"Don't want to die?" he asked, amused by its pitiful look.

Lu Xiaoxiao nodded frantically, her furry little head bobbing so much it nearly touched the ground.

It could actually understand him—how interesting! Cang Xu found himself intrigued by the little creature.

Seeing Cang Xu's expression, Lu Xiaoxiao realized he wasn't planning to let her go. She bit her lip, a look of reluctant survival flashing in her eyes. Forget dignity; staying alive was more important!

With that thought, she closed her eyes and let out a soft, pleading "Meow—" that echoed through the room.

Cang Xu raised an eyebrow in surprise, watching as the soft little head nudged and rubbed against his wrist, sending a tingling sensation through his hand. He hadn't expected this little thing to be so perceptive and even try to win him over.

Lu Xiaoxiao continued to nuzzle with her eyes shut, her pride shattered to bits. She never imagined she'd resort to such antics just to stay alive.

"Alright, everyone, leave," Cang Xu said, placing Lu Xiaoxiao back on the table.

The guards bowed and left the room. The woman, unwilling to give up, spoke in a sweet yet dissatisfied tone, "Your Grace~"

"Yanling, you should leave too," came the cold reply.

Bai Yanling fell silent, casting a resentful glance at Lu Xiaoxiao before exiting.

"Stop right there!" Cang Xu commanded, watching the little creature trying to sneak off the table. Did it really think it could escape under his watchful eye?

Lu Xiaoxiao froze at the stern voice behind her. Cang Xu's lips curled slightly as he observed the small figure stiffen. "Come back."

Turning around, Lu Xiaoxiao moved reluctantly, step by step, back to Cang Xu's feet. She rubbed against him, letting out a plaintive "meow," signaling she wouldn't try to run again.

Cang Xu gazed at her for a few seconds before picking up the plump little bundle and placing her in his lap. The little thing was quite chubby.

"Someone, prepare a bath and fresh clothes."

Outside, night had fallen, and the evening's plans had been disrupted by Lu Xiaoxiao's unexpected arrival.

Back in her quarters, Bai Yanling vented her frustration by smashing everything in sight. She had waited so long for the Duke to summon her, only for it to be ruined. Who knew when the next opportunity would come? The thought made her want to eliminate the little creature that had spoiled her plans.

Meanwhile, Lu Xiaoxiao was blissfully unaware of the trouble she'd caused, contentedly enjoying the handsome man's gentle strokes.

Cang Xu, having bathed and changed into a white robe, reclined on the bed, his collar open to reveal a hint of his chest. His long fingers absentmindedly stroked the fluffy white bundle beside him. The soft texture was soothing as he pondered where this little creature had come from and whether its appearance in his room was intentional or accidental.