Kapitel 6: A Captivating Danger

Chapter 6: A Captivating Danger

"Ah! You pervert! Let me go!"

Atasha struggled to break free from the clutches of the black snake, but it won't even budge no matter how much force she exerts.

Nemus didn't even bother with the stubborn female. He turned towards his brothers who just arrived at the scene and were still in their full beast forms.

"What are you both doing here?" he briefly inquired.

The two didn't respond and their attention remained on something else or rather someone else. Nemus was intrigued and decided to follow their line of sight when his eyes landed on the girl who was uselessly brawling with his serpent tail.

Although Nemus already knows what is running in his brothers' heads, he is not very pleased at their lack of interest in him. He frowned and decided to block the girl from their view.

"So, can you answer my question now?" he repeats.

Honestly, he didn't like how they were looking at the female he first laid his eyes on. Although his huge tail was securely wrapping her body and covering her intimate areas, he couldn't help but be a little annoyed looking at their penetrating gazes. Even if he was the youngest one, Nemus wanted to assert his dominance and right if this included the matter of mating.

Regalus cleared his throat and tried to act normal.

"I heard the female scream, so I was here to check," he answered truthfully.

Other than the fact that he was indeed interested in the girl, he was genuinely concerned when he heard her cry for help. Zethus also answered the same while wearing his usual stoic look.

Nemus looked at them with a serious expression and frankly expressed his thoughts.

"I call dibs on that female first."

He said without going around the bush.

Regalus and Zethus did not say anything, but their expressions did not bode well. They totally understand what he means, but sensing the warning tone from his words, it did not sit well with them. As if the youngest was trying to pick a fight with his older siblings.

Seeing his two brothers' dark faces made the corner of his lips rise and form a scornful smile.

'What are you going to do about it?' Nemus thought.

They didn't even want to get close to the girl when they first saw her because of their measly pride.

Don't they see how ridiculous they look and act now that their mating instinct as beasts is getting the best of them? With covetous eyes, they're looking at his female, technically, like hungry wolves.

Nemus knew that his two siblings were influenced by the misfortunes of their tribe that's why they always try to act more reserved and cautious, but he was different. He is not very kin about the thing they call pride or camaraderie. He doesn't give a damn about the prosperity of his tribe. He's a solitary beast for Pete's sake!

All he cares about is finding a mate and settling down somewhere with just the two of them. He doesn't really care about having a brood of his own that's just a part of the process.

Nemus fully understands how his younglings will only suffer in this world without the acceptance of a female since he has been suffering for almost a century. It may be a short time for a beast like him, but arduous time alone can make even the strongest warrior in the world yield.

It could be said that he has quite a dominant and possessive character. Even at this moment, Nemus is fighting the urge to snap his brothers' necks. Maybe it was because of the ferocious nature of the black elapid's blood that flows within his veins, but he tries to control his temper and avoid unnecessary disputes.

They're siblings and there's a frail female with them. Nemus recognized that fighting was not an option.

Nemus spun around and prepared to go to the girl who coincidentally stopped struggling perhaps due to exhaustion.

"Don't try to force yourself on the girl."

Regalus' words caused Nemus to stop abruptly. For some reason, his eyes flashed a dangerous light, but it also vanished in an instant before his killing intent even leaked out making the former unaware of it. He tilted his head and a subtle smile formed on his lips.

"Don't worry. I have not and will not force someone against her will just to do my bidding, brother."

With that, Nemus left the two large snakes and returned to the female.

***

Atasha lay in defeat as hunger exhausted all her remaining energy.

"Are you okay?"

The sound of the snake man's voice entered her ears. Normally, she would have lashed out at him already, but right now, Atasha didn't have the energy.

She had gone through a diet before while trying to reduce her weight to look better and regain her self-esteem, but she couldn't do it! It was a hell-on-earth experience with all the walking temptations that surrounded her from left to right.

'Shit..'

Atasha muttered and cursed herself for imagining food. This only made her hungrier!

Maybe her thoughts were clouded due to starvation. She still couldn't believe it. How can a beast transform into a partly human and able to speak?

When she saw the two enormous gold and white colored snakes earlier, she got so nervous. She noticed that the black one shrank its size when he was standing together with the other two. Maybe it happened when he transformed? She clearly remembers that before she lost consciousness, their heights were about the same.

The two snakes came to discuss, something she couldn't hear, with the one currently holding her captive. Atasha thought that maybe they were talking about how they would divide her meat and that idea caused her to grow wearier. However, the other two unexpectedly left without doing anything to her.

This time, the black snake returned and is now asking how she's fairing.

'Seriously? How can you ask someone if she's okay while still holding her down?'

The girl looked resentful and decided to sink herself in the snake man's tail, feeling the unexpected warmth it provides during the cold weather. His tail coiled around her just fine without any sign of wanting to crush her bones. To be honest, it felt cozy and warm inside that it made her a little suspicious.

'What does he want from her?'

Memories of what had just transpired earlier made the girl's face beet red.

'Stop being lustful, Atasha! That's a freaking beast!'

Atasha scolded herself before looking at the man or half beast and man...? Ah, whatever he is! Atasha cautiously peeked at him and saw him staring at her.

She immediately turned her head the other way to avoid his gaze. Atasha instantly began to question life after seeing again his countenance.

'How can a beast look insanely charming? Is there some sort of sorcery behind it? Heh! He probably uses some kind of illusion and turns himself into a man in my eyes!'

Atasha was bewildered by his appearance and his ability to speak. Is that normal?

Of course, it isn't!

'Right, he might be using that look to bewitch and lure his prey. I will never fall for his good looks!'

Atasha vowed but seconds later, she sneaked another glance and saw the man's crimson irises reflect a tinge of serious charm while his long, black hair draped on his bare milky chest and left cascaded on his broad shoulders. Giving him a sinful allure that made Atasha's heart flutter.

"!!!"

'D-did I just check him out? Have you lost it, Atasha? You're insane!'

She mentally screamed and scolded herself for doing what she did.

***

When Nemus returned after talking with his brothers, he saw the girl muttering something to herself. He was a bit concerned when he saw her current passive state. So, he asked if she was okay.

As expected, she became wary of his presence when she saw him. Nemus was a bit sad about her reaction and seeing how she looked away to avoid his gaze. Females are said to have a delicate mentality and to her, they're practically strangers.

Moreover, she didn't seem to be repulsive of his touch so, he didn't take her reactions too personally. He tries to understand the situation to the best of his ability.

He was reminded of Regalus' words, "Don't try to force yourself on the girl."

Of course, he won't!

He will bide his time and wait until the girl opens up to him. They might be branded as ferals that act on instinct, but they won't succumb to his desires!

He was thinking about things when his eyes met her gaze. She looked so surprised like a thief caught in the act.

Nemus marveled at the way her face changed and formed a web of different expressions in just a few moments. He couldn't help but laugh when he saw how her face became filled with awe then suddenly crinkled awkwardly and slowly turned to a shade of a ripe tomato.

***

Atasha's face heats up because of the thoughts that are running on her silly head. She was busy scolding herself when she heard the soft chuckles coming from the black snake.

Unconsciously, she lifted her head and saw the devilish-looking man laughing at her whims. Instead of being annoyed by his actions, Atasha was stunned.

How can someone look so terrifying yet beautiful at the same time?

How can danger be so captivating?

Atasha slammed her face on the man's tail thinking that she was under an illusion and that this would break her free from whatever spell he had cast on her.

She looked at the man again and saw that nothing had changed. Her vision was filled with his handsome worried face.

Atasha yelled and slammed her head once more hoping that her crazy thoughts would finally go away.

"Ah, this is illegal!"

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