Lethal Stunner: Kicking Off with Five Beast Husbands

Chapter 213: Chapter 213: First, I’ll Release the Binding with Your Contractual Totem

"This is quite difficult," Mo Jiao sneered. "But I can convince her to first undo the binding of your contractual totem."

Huaiqing losing his mind was one thing.

But why add Que Zelian, who’s clearly brain-damaged, into the mix?

Even though Huaiqing’s awakened bloodline power allows him to foresee the future,

any prophecy should be spoken aloud for everyone to hear.

"If you’re just going to spew meaningless nonsense, there’s no need for me to listen." Su Ye stood up to leave.

Shi Xie’s words, however, brought him back to his seat.

"Is it because Huaiqing’s prophecy revealed something?" Shi Xie asked.

He thought about how he smoothly joined this household.

Aside from thanking Li,

he had to credit the numeric guidance from Huaiqing’s prophecies.

"Does Huaiqing’s prophecy suggest that in the end, Chen Yunji will become the Beast Husband of the Female Master?" Shi Xie inquired.

"It’s called a prophecy," Mo Jiao interrupted Shi Xie’s thoughts, speaking deeply. "Since we know it in advance, it’s meant to be changed."

"So, everything we’re doing now is about changing the future," Que Zelian responded.

The group was stunned.

Yu Yunxiao’s eyes lit up as he exclaimed joyfully, "The prophecy says Chen Yunji will be with her."

"But people are naturally rebellious."

"The more we try to stop her, the more curious she might get about Chen Yunji."

"However, if we all agree, she might stop bringing wild men home."

"You... have a point," Que Zelian fell silent for a moment.

After all, it’s always the unattainable that stirs the heart.

But Xiao Jinsheng isn’t like that.

She is someone who keeps everything in balance.

She will pay attention to her Beast Husband’s emotions.

Using this reverse method on her will most likely backfire.

And that’s precisely... what he wants.

Because asking Mo Jiao, Yu Yunxiao, Su Ye, Li, and Shi Xie to genuinely persuade Xiao Jinsheng to accept Chen Yunji is outright impossible.

But fake persuasion? That might actually work.

Yet Xiao Jinsheng has the ability to read minds.

At this thought, Que Zelian let out a deep internal sigh.

If the plan goes smoothly, he already knows what challenges he will face.

"Chen Yunji has been living here all along, and this time he personally suggested signing a contractual totem."

"It’s clear he has ulterior motives; his usual demeanor is just an act."

"Besides, Huaiqing’s prophecy has already shown him and Xiao Jinsheng together."

Que Zelian glanced at the others, focusing especially on Li and Shi Xie.

Sternly, he reminded, "No matter how we clash internally, when it comes to dealing with Chen Yunji, we should unite and act preemptively."

"Why is it so hard for me to trust you?" Li’s skeptical gaze fell on Que Zelian.

From the beginning, among Xiao Jinsheng’s five Beast Husbands,

he disliked Huaiqing the most.

And later, he came to dislike Que Zelian as well.

The two of them were too cunning—ten sentences could contain twenty traps.

"I’ve given my warning; whether you believe it or not is up to you." Que Zelian countered, "What’s the point of me deceiving you?"

"If we’re counting truths," Que Zelian’s gaze dimmed with provocation, "I was the very first Beast Husband she willingly accepted. I loathe all of you even more."

"When I was with her, you couldn’t even stand on your own, could you?" Li unleashed his sarcasm.

"I won’t argue with you," Que Zelian chuckled as he stood up, moving to the side. "Unlike certain people who actively invite romantic rivals into the house."

"Rather than suspecting me of having ulterior motives," Que Zelian glanced back at Li, "I’m more suspicious of you and Shi Xie—are you two old allies already? Neighbors for years, lifelong rivals. The moment you arrive, he follows suit."

"Apart from time reversal, weren’t you already conspiring together?" Que Zelian questioned.

Li, full of disdain, even widened the distance between himself and Shi Xie: "What I regret most is not killing him early on!"

Leaving myself with a nemesis for nothing.

"Well, I regret not killing you." Shi Xie responded cheerfully, "Without you, how would I have found my Female Master so smoothly?"

"Thanks, Li, for pointing the way." noveldrama

Domains unfolded, clashing directly with icy elements.

The group stepped back in tacit agreement—neither intervening nor watching the drama unfold.

Taking advantage of the growing tension between Li and Shi Xie, the group turned to seek out Xiao Jinsheng.

Xiao Jinsheng was still practicing her elemental superpower, while Chen Yunji stayed nearby, patiently offering guidance.

He exhibited impeccable boundaries.

Even while teaching, he maintained at least a twenty-centimeter distance from Xiao Jinsheng at all times.

The Beast Husbands just arrived and witnessed this harmonious and tranquil scene.

They were instantly reminded of what Que Zelian had mentioned about Huaiqing’s prophecy.

"Could going against the grain truly be the answer?" Su Ye pondered.

After all, over time,

who knows if their companionship would lead to something deeper?

And Chen Yunji was fundamentally different in style from the seven of them.

In an instant, the Beast Husbands’ sense of crisis escalated.

To top it off, Chen Yunji, to them, was as calculating as Que Zelian and Huaiqing.

Otherwise, how could he suppress his true feelings for over six months before revealing his real intentions?

The trio who had previously dismissed Que Zelian’s suggestion began to analyze Chen Yunji with wariness.

After much deliberation, Yu Yunxiao suddenly got an idea for a workable strategy.

They could proactively urge Xiao Jinsheng to add another Beast Husband.

This way, they could project an image of tolerance,

while also making Xiao Jinsheng feel more empathy toward them.

At the same time, Chen Yunji’s chances of officially joining the household would diminish.

Xiao Jinsheng had just finished her training and was ready to relax a bit, only to overhear the barrage of thoughts spilling from the minds of the men.

The more she listened, the quieter she became.

She wanted to warn them off their schemes, but Yu Yunxiao couldn’t hold his tongue.

Despite his effort to sound sincere, his words still came out laden with sarcasm: "You know, signing a contractual totem might not be a bad idea—it could make learning elemental superpowers easier in the future."

Chen Yunji froze.

Originally, when the Beast Husbands showed up and Xiao Jinsheng was just about to take a break,

he had planned to quietly leave to avoid bothering them.

But he didn’t expect Yu Yunxiao, a Beast Husband of Xiao Jinsheng, to take the initiative to speak on his behalf.

Surprised, Chen Yunji glanced at Yu Yunxiao with gratitude—though it looked more like a glare.

Yu Yunxiao caught the gaze, his brows furrowing slightly.

Xiao Jinsheng hadn’t yet had a chance to refute Yu Yunxiao when Su Ye chimed in: "He’s volunteered to play the role of the benevolent saint—is that a no from you?"

Chen Yunji was taken aback.

It was unexpected enough for Yu Yunxiao to speak up for him.

But for Su Ye—who typically looked fierce and, true enough, had clashed with him before over this very matter—to back him up as well?

"Once upon a time, there was a neighbor—a Flood Dragon," Mo Jiao raised his brows, casting a glance at Xiao Jinsheng. "This time, it’s a real dragon. Imagine riding a true dragon, circling Bai Yan’s rooftop."

Chen Yunji was stunned.

Having two supporters was already surprising.

But Mo Jiao siding with him? That was completely out of the blue.

"You all..." Xiao Jinsheng’s gaze darkened.

She directly listened in on the trio’s thoughts.

Yu Yunxiao: [Rebellious instincts mean she’ll go against me.]

Su Ye: [With me being so considerate, maybe she won’t think I’m harsh anymore.]

Mo Jiao: [Does Que Zelian’s plan even work, or will it backfire?]

"If you’re too tired, go rest early," Xiao Jinsheng advised.

"But we haven’t chosen anyone yet today," Yu Yunxiao muttered softly.

"None of you three will ever be picked," Xiao Jinsheng snapped, her voice laced with frustration.

One glance at Xiao Jinsheng’s angered expression, and the trio immediately realized they had been thoroughly fooled by Que Zelian.