Your Blood Is Delicious

Xi Xue looked at Ruobing, whose face was etched with sheer confusion, and couldn’t help but chuckle.

“Ruobing,” she said softly, “are you even listening to me?”

Yet, Lan Ruobing remained utterly bewildered, lost in the overwhelming reality of her situation.

“Ruobing?” Xi Xue reached out, waving a hand before her unfocused eyes.

There was no response.

A flicker of genuine worry crossed Xi Xue’s gaze.

It seemed Ruobing couldn’t quite grasp the reality of the situation, not yet.

However, the Ability College Entrance Exam was about to begin today, leaving no time for extended contemplation.

There was only one option to snap her out of it…

Finding a perfectly justifiable reason for her actions, Xi Xue brazenly reached out, her hand closing gently but firmly around one of Lan Ruobing’s soft, plump ‘bunnies’.

“Mmmph…!”

Lan Ruobing let out a startled whimper, her gaze finally focusing.

Her eyes, now fixed on Xi Xue, were filled with a hint of panicked resentment.

“It hurts…” Tears welled in her eyes, yet she dared not lash out, her voice thick with grievance.

Xi Xue slowly withdrew her hand, still lingering on the sensation of the squeeze.

She clenched her fist, savoring the memory, before finally speaking in a more serious tone. “Ruobing, last night, we…”

Her words abruptly ceased as she watched Ruobing, one hand clutching her chest, shrinking back.

She seemed intent on burrowing deeper into the blankets, hoping to conceal the exposed expanse of her marked skin.

Xi Xue’s lips twitched in amusement.

Pressing a hand down on the small navel that was trying to retreat under the covers, Xi Xue offered a strained, insincere smile.

“Don’t try to hide. Is there any part of you I haven’t seen intimately? Just listen to me quietly first.”

Lan Ruobing’s squirming movements halted.

She gripped her small fists, holding them protectively over her chest, and stared at Xi Xue with a terrified expression, like a frightened little bunny cornered by a predator.

Gulp.

Xi Xue’s fair neck shifted as she swallowed heavily.

The sight of Ruobing’s fear, looking so beautifully vulnerable as if she were about to be violated all over again, nearly caused the primal desires within her to spiral out of control.

‘Why is Ruobing so captivating?’

“Cough, cough, Ruobing, listen to me. Last night, something happened between us. So, we must deal with it, therefore…”

Xi Xue’s face flushed as she spoke, but the more she continued, the more unnatural her expression became, until her voice was barely a whisper.

She had absolutely no experience with dating, relationships, or taking responsibility; this was her first time navigating the ‘morning after.’

“I understand! I understand, Xi Xue—oh, no, Esteemed Miss Vampire!” Lan Ruobing quickly interjected, her survival instincts kicking in to spare Xi Xue further embarrassment.

This was her chance to negotiate.

Xi Xue looked at her in surprise. ‘Could it be that Ruobing is thinking the same thing?’

Happiness bloomed in her eyes, and she looked at Ruobing with eager anticipation, expecting a mutual confession of attachment.

Upon seeing the joy in Xi Xue’s gaze, Lan Ruobing guessed that she had likely made the right gamble to appease her.

Thus, she began to speak unhurriedly, adopting a subservient tone. “Esteemed Miss Vampire, I know what you wish to say. Rest assured, I will not speak a word of this to anyone.”

She then subtly observed Xi Xue’s expression.

‘Hmm, a slight frown. Did I not make myself clear?’

Organizing her thoughts, Lan Ruobing continued, “I know, Miss, you might be a little lonely.”

Xi Xue’s eyes brightened slightly. Lan Ruobing felt a small thrill. ‘Could it truly be what she’s thinking?’

She pressed on, “Due to legal restrictions, Miss has long consumed purchased, synthetic blood, which can be rather bland. So, you wished to experience a taste of fresh, vibrant life.”

Xi Xue’s brows furrowed deeply.

Lan Ruobing thought, ‘Indeed, it’s just as I suspected! The law has caused trouble for the esteemed Miss Vampire!’

‘Excellent! There’s hope for survival now if I show I’m understanding!’

“So you began searching for prey—no, a friend—to help resolve a physiological need. Because my scent might smell delicious—no, fragrant, and quite satisfying—you brought me home, hoping to soothe the surging wildness within you.”

After speaking, she once again glanced at Xi Xue’s expression.

Her brow first furrowed, then relaxed, then furrowed again. ‘Hmm, she looks very conflicted.’

“In truth, I can understand your inner turmoil. After all, long-term consumption of cold blood bags can indeed become tiresome. It’s perfectly natural to occasionally seek out fresh pleasures.”

“While you might have accidentally forced yourself upon me due to not having fresh blood for too long, I understand that it wasn’t your fault.”

“After all, if you were to lose control from prolonged abstinence, people’s lives would be greatly troubled, and you would certainly feel guilty.”

“I can comprehend your anxiety and conflict. So, as for today’s events, I can pretend they never happened, nor will I tell anyone. From now on, we can go our separate ways, free as birds in the sky. How does that sound?”

Lan Ruobing spoke with genuine sincerity, a pious tone, and utmost respect.

Her azure eyes shimmered with an angelic, accommodating light, as if intending to enlighten all beings and guide them back to their true, peaceful selves.

Yes, after a brief moment of panic, she had suddenly discovered a logical loophole to resolve the situation and escape.

Yesterday, at the restaurant, Xi Xue immediately tried to befriend her, acting overly familiar, buying her clothes, and treating her to a meal.

It was clearly suspicious, especially since the two had never spoken before she transformed.

Combining this with what happened last night, a faint suspicion had crystallized in Lan Ruobing’s mind.

Xi Xue’s target might have been her blood all along.

First, through various overtures of goodwill, she lowered Lan Ruobing’s guard, then lured her home for a frantic feeding.

Her true purpose was simply to sate her hunger.

The reason she did that with her was because vampires tend to become highly aroused and excited during blood consumption, instinctively desiring something stimulating to accompany the high.

Therefore, in terms of the outcome, she could only blame her own bad luck.

Who would have thought that the usually gentle school flower, the older sister figure, would turn out to be a lonely, starving vampire seeking a sensual meal?

Lan Ruobing nodded inwardly. Her analysis was well-reasoned, fully substantiated, and comprehensive.

The situation with the great school flower Xi Xue must be exactly as she imagined.

Now, all she had to do was show weakness, adopt a compliant attitude, and actively cooperate, proving herself to be adaptable and not a threat.

But why was the great school flower Xi Xue’s frown deepening into a scowl?

Lan Ruobing’s heart pounded. ‘Could it be… did I say something wrong?’

“Ruobing.”

“Here!”

“You…”

“Yes!… No, please continue. Cough, cough.”

“…” Xi Xue’s lips twitched in frustration.

Sighing, Xi Xue said, “Don’t be nervous. I mean no harm.”

“Mhm, mhm.” Lan Ruobing nodded frantically.

“Last night, something profound happened between us.”

“Yes, I know. I won’t say anything, rest assured. I’m always tight-lipped.”

“Besides, speaking out wouldn’t benefit me; it would only harm both our reputations. Most importantly, I truly understand you and your dietary difficulties, so regardless of sentiment or reason, I wouldn’t speak—mmph…!?”

Her lips were abruptly sealed by Xi Xue’s slender fingers.

Lan Ruobing obediently closed her mouth.

Now, she had to await her fate.

Judging by her performance so far—her pious attitude and active cooperation—and Xi Xue’s recent assurance that she meant no harm, it seemed highly likely that everything would be fine.

Phew, a heavy weight lifted from her heart.

She wasn’t afraid of anything else, only of being murdered to silence her, or worse, imprisoned in this villa as a permanent ‘plaything’!

Seeing Ruobing finally quiet down, Xi Xue slowly curved her lips into a smile.

Lan Ruobing’s heart immediately began to pound furiously.

She feared Xi Xue’s curved lips the most; whenever they curved, it always spelled trouble!

Seeing Lan Ruobing’s anxious demeanor, Xi Xue knew she had scared the girl with her true nature.

But there was no alternative; the exam was approaching, and there was no time to dawdle with misunderstandings.

So, she immediately leaned down, cupped Ruobing’s face, and said softly, “Ruobing, do you know, your blood is quite delicious?”

Gulp.

Lan Ruobing swallowed fearfully.

Indeed, her worst fear had come true.

‘Dragon’s blood…’

Lan Ruobing believed that no vampire could resist its allure.

That’s why Xi Xue had sought her out from the beginning; the tempting fragrance of a Divine Dragon’s blood was simply irresistible to a vampire’s palate.

So, had Xi Xue become hopelessly addicted to her?