The Wolf Beast's appearance didn't dampen the cubs' spirits at all. After they worked together to kill the prey, they went right back to their cheerful roughhousing.
Chou Rong stepped forward and hefted the wolf carcass, frowning slightly. "This bit of meat is hardly a mouthful for the cubs. I'll go hunt some more. We'll roast it here tonight and head home after we've eaten our fill."
His voice carried a rare lightheartedness, a slight departure from his usual stern and imposing demeanor.
When his gaze shifted to Bai Wanwan, his eyes softened. "I'll bring back your favorite Rabbit Beast meat. Wait for me."
Bai Wanwan gave a soft "mm-hm" and reminded him, "Be careful, and come back soon."
After Chou Rong left, the other Beast Husbands got busy with their own tasks. Only Bai Wanwan remained seated, relaxing. She occasionally teased a cub as it ran past, her eyes on the sun as it gradually sank below the western horizon.
