Besides, the tiny snake was putting on such a haughty, aloof air that the girl unconsciously wore the smile of a lovestruck fan.
"So cute! So cute!"
The girl let out an excited little squeal.
"All right."
The young man tugged at the girl's arm. "You've looked long enough."
"Don't bother him."
Then he turned to Xiao Xiao. "Sorry, classmate. We've taken up your time."
"Ah."
The young man's tug brought the girl back to her senses. Hearing what he said, she realized she'd been rude.
She'd only meant to take a few quick looks, but she'd gotten so absorbed that she'd lost track of time.
"I'm really sorry, classmate."
The girl smiled apologetically. "Your white snake is so beautiful."
"It's impossible to look away."
The white snake's scarlet, slit-pupiled eyes sidled a glance at a certain fox demon, brimming with a reserved pride.
Little White Fox curled its lip and didn't even open its eyes.
The white snake didn't mind.
After all, the fact that it had been praised to the skies in front of that lousy fox was enough to make its demon heart sing with delight.
Hmph. This human had good taste.
"Thank you for the compliment."
Xiao Xiao smiled as he accepted the girl's praise of the white snake. "I'm not in a hurry. It's all right."
"Then can I pet it?"
The girl asked with an embarrassed smile, making her small request.
She looked at Xiao Xiao with eyes full of hope.
"Hey."
The young man looked utterly helpless.
"But this white snake really is so pretty~"
The girl muttered under her breath.
The corner of her eye swept once more over the furry ball in Xiao Xiao's arms.
Little White Fox had its eyes closed as it curled up in Xiao