Master Bai! This Celestial Fox Spirit Is Asking For Divorce
Chapter 39: Episode 5.4 Would you hate me?

Chapter 39: Episode 5.4 Would you hate me?

Him saying the D-word is not a momentary, spur-of-the-moment thing. Shen Yuan meant it when he uttered it— and it came after making the abacus inside his head incessantly clatter. He thought of it so deeply that he even overlooked the darkening of Bai Tingfeng’s expression.

This incident with Zhou Kai was an eye-opener for him because he realized that he might be unintentionally hogging the limelight that was supposedly meant for the handsome male lead. Maybe this isn’t just about him being an omega. Maybe there is more to this picture that has yet to be unveiled.

If he were just the original Shen Yuan, who is nothing but a beautiful flower vase with negligible B-Class power, then those eyeing Bai Tingfeng for all kinds of reasons wouldn’t spare to look at him. However, this changed when he flexed his powers during the incident and showed a force equal to that of an S-Class awakener.

He became a sticking nail in the eyes of these select few people already weary of Bai Tingfeng.

The appearance of a new S-Class awakener is a joyous event at the national level. This signals a significant leap of power for the country’s overall defense. However, this is terrible news for the organizations and the original power figures in the country as this will inevitably spark conflict of interests, especially among guilds.

It wouldn’t be much of a surprise if those people already thought that the Baihu Guild would be lobbying the emerging S-Class awakener, Shen Yuan. Some might even be estimating the rise of the Baihu Guild in the ranks of the top guilds of Country C because of his appearance.

"Therefore, my being here is not just a small stone that caused ripples on the surface of a calm lake. I am a boulder that caused tidal waves on the lake, and I would forever be eye-catching in the eyes of Bai Tingfeng’s enemies for as long I associated myself with the troublesome ML with the angsty manhua."

Now that he realized that trouble was looming around the corner and ready to strike him like a charging bull, there was no way he wouldn’t take a measure—and he would start by burning the connection that binds him and Bai Tingfeng. Marriage!

Shen Yuan finally looked at the face of Bai Tingfeng and noticed that the alpha’s expression was ugly.

"Why are you—"

"I think I am the one who should be asking that, Shen Yuan." Bai Tingfeng scoffed. "Why are you suddenly bringing up divorce in our pleasant late-night talk."

Clack! The porcelain coffee mug rang as Bai Tingfeng roughly placed it on the marble countertop. The sharp sound made Shen Yuan inexplicably nervous. Tongue-tied, he watched as Bai Tingfeng marched his way towards him.

If the two of them are caught in a fight, Shen Yuan is sure he has a chance to win, but for some reason, he feels compelled to back down.

Him? A mighty fox spirit who attained nine tails? Just what the hell is wrong with him?

Shen Yuan was just silent when the man’s shadow blanketed him.

Bai Tingfeng sat on the stool beside him, and the alpha maintained fiery eye contact.

"Ehem," Shen Yuan straightened his back. "For starters, you saw it right. There are a lot of people who are painting bullseye on my forehead, so I am thinking—"

"So, this is just you being worried that you would endanger our son because of this incident," Bai Tingfeng quickly put those words in the omega’s mouth, closer to the truth than what Shen Yuan expected.

"Well, yes, that’s true but—"

"Shen Yuan, if that’s bothering you, don’t stress yourself over that. I will provide you with enough protection so that you and Yanyan will live comfortably. Bodyguards? Personal firearms? I could give you anything, military-grade," Bai Tingfeng offered generously. If Shen Yuan would closely scrutinizes the expression of the man, then he would probably notice that Bai Tingfeng is gradually shedding his anger, and it is overshadowed by the mild urgency in his voice.

But the celestial fox’s focus was not on Bai Tingfeng but on the offered things.

Shen Yuan must admit he was impressed. However, that is far from what he needs! What about ready-to-sign divorce papers?

Meanwhile, Bai Tingfeng is not yet done, "If you want to ensure that you have enough mana to use your powers, then I will especially add some fresh mana-rich dungeon commodities in the grocery. Those are very helpful to magic-based awakeners like you."

"Really?" Shen Yuan looked at Bai Tingfeng with stars in his eyes. He is constantly absorbing mana in the air. The amount and the pace at which he absorbs them are fairly okay, but if there is an extra method for him to take in mana, he would be more willing to do it!

However, he immediately calmed himself. He shouldn’t be too ahead of himself because agreeing to keep this marriage spells trouble coming after him!

He must remind himself that he is an omegaverse world where the majority often undermines people who share gender with him.

"I will give you whatever you want and need...just don’t think divorce is a means to protect our son because he is the first person who would be hurt once he found out that we parted ways. Believe me, he would be the first person to be sad once we divorced," Bai Tingfeng turned his head away from Shen Yuan, pensive.

These words struck Shen Yuan’s head. He was too focused on avoiding troubles that hadn’t appeared yet that he overlooked the one person whose opinion matters, their son. Shen Yuan is not blind not to see that Yanyan loved their complete family of three.

Does he have the heart to wipe the smile of his cute human son? No.

Is it okay with him to cause another emotional turmoil to the child? No.

Shen Yuan sighed and told himself, "I guess he needs to scrap that idea of divorce for now."

Seeing the surrendering expression, BaiTingfeng internally sighed in relief. He isn’t sure why he felt a pressing stone on his chest when Shen Yuan suddenly spoke of divorce earlier. At least for now, the idea is shelved, and Yanyan wouldn’t be sad.

"Hey, first thing first," Shen Yuan suddenly spoke, so he snappily turned his head and met the gaze of the omega. "I don’t like to be hated due to the things that I may or may not have done in the past. I consider myself different from the previous me, and I wouldn’t be that stupid to repeat my previous mistakes, so if you want to cohabitate with me in this house peacefully, I am telling you: forget your past grievances with me,"

Each word that came out of the omega’s mouth was emphasized to reaffirm his point, and to his pleasant surprise, Bai Tingfeng said okay without batting his eyes.

Shen Yuan breathed deeply, then worded his second demand, "Everything that you said earlier, I want to get all of them—starting from the letter B of the bodyguards to the mana-rich foods and— ehem— premium mana potions that are sold in the market."

His face feels slightly hot due to embarrassment. Seriously, he never shamelessly demanded anyone because he is a virtuous celestial fox spirit who knows how to work hard himself.

So, in a struggle to keep his pride, he tries to justify his decision, "I honestly don’t need guards who could protect me because I could do the job spectacularly myself. But I don’t have my team of trusted people because you are aware of how terrible I am in choosing—"

And he found himself rambling.

"Shen Yuan, my words carry weight. Consider it done," Bai Tingfeng said with a small smile.

The fox spirit haughtily rolled his eyes and puffed his cheeks while arrogantly crossing his arms, "Great! But seriously, though, don’t ever talk over me like that. I am only letting you go now because I need something from you."

"Then thank you for your consideration. Is there anything that I can help you with?" Bai Tingfeng asked, finally laid back. He conjured a long white aura in his fingers and delicately picked up the mug that was placed on the other of the counter.

He finally sipped the coffee, and he noticed that his cooled coffee tasted better.

Shen Yuan was silent at first, but then he finally spoke after a minute, "This isn’t a demand, Bai Tingfeng, but more like a question."

"Say it."

"By now, you must be aware of the extent of my moral compass. Haichong was right when he said that I am cruel and vicious because I don’t mind breaking people’s bones if that’s what it takes to get even. Meanwhile, you are this virtuous Buddha whose only sin was getting a hard-on when an attractive omega is sitting on his lap—

"Shen Yuan!" Bai Tingfeng’s roar echoed in the kitchen. "Just ask your question and be done with it!’

Shen Yuan laughed evilly at the flushed monkey-ass face of the alpha male, "Do you hate me for being that vengeful?"

"For example, I sniped this asshole named Zhao Kai and turned him into a disabled person in the process. Would you fight me for doing that?"

Shen Yuan’s clear eyes looked at Bai Tingfeng, waiting for the alpha male’s answer.

And to his surprise, Bai Tingfeng gave him sniper ammo, "I recasted the bullet that you retrieved from the assassin. You can use that if you want."