บท 172: The Stained Needle

The rabbit shifter then felt two strong hands upon her shoulders, gently guiding her away from the gift boxes.

It was Ayden, who flashed her a soft smile. "Give us a moment to figure this one out, Alpha Tuzi," he reassured her. "If there is nothing wrong with the baozi, then we won't stop you from eating all of it."

Tuzi, who had a naturally trusting deposition, could only nod her head in agreement. Though she was still feeling confused about why the pastries were dangerous; She knew that it was important to trust her advisors to guide her properly.

After consulting with her brothers, Oyuna disappeared into her tent for a moment before re-emerging with a small tin case. 

Catching a worried glance from a nearby spectator, Oyuna realized the whispers had begun.

"They're suspicious that Alpha Taiga sent our goddess poisonous pastries."

"Are you serious?! Would he really do something like that?"