Spoiled By My Nine Beast Husbands (Emma Tibarn) novel Chapter 30

**When She Opened the Door to the Life She Was Afraid to Live by Nora Vale Kingsley**

“I understand,” Emma replied, her head nodding slightly, but her expression was a mixture of concern and disbelief. “But the truth is, you haven’t even taken down a single beast yet. And with your current Rank 5 status, who can say how many you’ll actually be able to take down when the moment arises?”

Damian stood there, his mouth agape, utterly bewildered by her words.

What does she mean by that? Is she really questioning my abilities? I’m an accomplished Rank 8 Etherian. Taking out a few level five beasts? That’s child’s play—like swatting away annoying flies.

“I’m already going out on a limb for you here, sharing half of my breakfast. If Drake finds out, he’ll probably label me as unfair.” Emma began to retract the half-filled bowl of fruit oatmeal, her eyes narrowing playfully. “If that feels insufficient, you can always skip it.”

“I’ll eat it,” Damian declared, snatching the bowl as if it were a precious artifact that might disappear at any moment. “Ms. Tibarn, I assure you, I will slay plenty of beasts. Just wait and see; you’ll view me in a whole new light after that.”

I don’t even know what’s in this bowl, but it smells so sweet and inviting.

By the time Damian made his way downstairs, he was already swallowing hard, anticipation gnawing at him.

Fine. If she’s a good cook, I’ll show her my true capabilities and take down a few extra beasts to justify my meal.

Emma was well aware that Damian was not the type to refuse food. With a mischievous grin, she dangled a tantalizing promise before him. “I’m confident you’ll take down a lot of beasts. And once the hunt is over, I’ll prepare something for you that you’ve never tasted before. It’ll be my treat.”

The mere thought of a mystery dish ignited a spark in Damian’s eyes. “Deal. But don’t you dare back out on me.”

Emma playfully thumped her chest as if sealing a vow. “Back out? Not a chance.”

He’s just a fox. How clever can he really be? If I put my mind to it, I could have him eating out of my hand within minutes.

The two of them finished their breakfast and promptly headed out into the world beyond.

As soon as Emma stepped outside the villa, a shadow glided silently to a halt just outside Drake’s bedroom door.

“Mr. Smith, we’ve confirmed it. Ms. Tibarn has gone out hunting with a woman named Laura, who resides in the front villas. The beast they’re pursuing originated from the outer battlefield. Two high-tier Chitinids are hiding within it.”

The door opened without a sound, revealing Drake, who stepped out slowly, his black robe trailing behind him like a dark cloud. The gold threads woven into it shimmered with every movement, reminiscent of a dragon poised to strike. His brows were sharp, his gaze cold and commanding, and even before he uttered a word, the gravity of his presence weighed heavily on anyone nearby.

He strolled into the kitchen, his eyes briefly scanning the untouched breakfast on the table before addressing the man who had followed him. “Send two experts to keep an eye on her. They should maintain a safe distance as long as she’s unharmed. Only intervene if her life is in jeopardy.”

It’s not that I’m worried about her. What genuinely concerns me is that if that woman were to die, there would be no one left to soothe my nerves, and I wouldn’t get to savor food this good again.

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