The powerful leader was tough on the outside but soft on the inside; the aloof major general fell fo

Seeing Ashel's humble apology, Gapuni was extremely anxious.

Male insects should absolutely not reject Ashel because of this.

Gapini quickly spoke up, "Your Excellency, I misunderstood you. This matter has nothing to do with Ashel, and I hope you will not blame him."

Ashel hung his head and pursed his lips as if he had done something wrong, not arguing for himself.

Although his brother spoke up for him, he knew very well that he had indeed misunderstood the powerful ruler, and he could not hide his true feelings and make false excuses for himself.

"My lord, I'm so sorry... It won't happen again."

Next time, he won't use old ways of thinking to speculate about powerful rulers.

When Gapuni heard Ashel's words, he thought to himself how stupid his brother was to rush to bear the wrath of the male insect. He had given him a way out, but he didn't take it.

For the first time, Gapini really wanted to rush up and cover Ashel's mouth, feeling frustrated by his straightforward and inflexible nature.

Cen Li also thought Ashel was stupid.

If the female insect has a tail, it will definitely droop to the extreme, and if you scold it, it might show an even more uncomfortable expression.

"Your Mightiness……"

Gapuni wanted to do something to save Ashel from being rejected by the males.

After hesitating for a long time, I still couldn't think of anything suitable to say.

Even he belatedly realized that he shouldn't have interfered in the matter between Ashel and his male lord, as this action might have displeased the male lord and made Ashel's situation even more difficult.

Male insects are just so unpredictable.

"I didn't say I would blame him."

Cen Li looked at Jia Pu Ni.

The male insect's voice was indistinct, and Gapuni belatedly realized that Cenli was answering his previous question.

It would be best if the male insect wouldn't blame Ashleigh, but...

Gapu Ni saw Cen Li staring at his brother, while Asher kept his head down, as if he dared not meet the gaze of his powerful lord.

Gaponi became worried.

Is Ashel afraid of his powerful lord?

Is Cen Li someone who says one thing and does another? He's only saying he won't blame Ashel because Ashel is here, and he's giving them face.

Jiapu Ni Xin Five-Flavor Mixed Grains.

He had long forgotten about the ambiguous marks he had seen on Asher's body when he went to the military headquarters not long ago. The male insect seemed to be trying to "interrogate" Asher, and it would be a bit tactless for him to stay any longer.

Gabriel pulled Gene away.

The fact that the lord said he wouldn't blame him made Ashel even more uneasy.

He had indeed misunderstood the ruler. The ruler shouldn't have acted so casually; he should have said something, whether it was a reprimand or a scolding.

That would make Ashel feel better.

"My lord, please blame me."

Before he had gone far, Gapuy stumbled upon hearing these words.

Has Asher gone mad?!

Why would you deliberately let the male insect blame you?

Please, male insects really do take it seriously!

Gapuni really wanted to crack open Ashel's head to see how he could have such a stupid younger brother.

He even considered rushing up to answer for Ashel, saying that admitting fault was better than simply blatantly admitting his mistake.

"Then I will punish you."

The male insect's reply floated over.

Gaponi looked grave.

punish?

What other punishment could it be?

It's nothing more than the methods used on female insects: whips, daggers...

"...Very well, my lord."

"Do you want to punish me now?"

Ashel was absolutely furious with him!

Gaponi took a deep breath.

Ashel was frighteningly honest; every word she uttered went wildly off his nerves. If his male master had other female servants, they would surely be bullied to the point of being left with nothing.

Gapuni really wanted to bring Ash over and give him a good lesson, a series of lessons on "how to please a powerful ruler" and "how to avoid punishment."

"I'll save this punishment for tonight."

Ashel's chin was lifted by the male insect opposite him, his eyelashes trembled, and he let out a soft "hmm" from his throat.

He begged for it.

Ashleigh has nothing to regret.

When he heard the male ruler say that he would punish him, his heart still clenched.

He ran his fingertips along the female insect's sharp mandibles.

Cen Li narrowed his eyes.

He had already decided on the punishment.

Cen Lizhen sat down at their house and ate dinner peacefully.

After the meal, the insects had different thoughts.

Seeing the silver-haired male insect up close, Ethan was even more struck by its power.

The other person's face and figure perfectly matched his aesthetic preferences.

Ethan stole several glances at the male insect, a blush spreading across his face.

By the God of Insects, he must have fallen in love at first sight!

Otherwise, why would his heart be beating so fast?

After the meal, Palos originally planned to have Gaponi escort Cenli and Ashel.

But Gapini interrupted, "Father, it's getting late. Why don't you and Ashel stay here for the night?"

Palos glanced at Gaponi with a strange look in his eyes.

It's not like Gapunni's style to let the male stay.

Hearing Ashel and Cenli's conversation today, Gapin felt uneasy. Ashel was even foolishly considering accepting punishment.

He wanted to keep Ashel under his nose.

In their home, the male insects should at least be a little cautious.

This was the best solution Gaponi could think of.

He asked Cen Li for his opinion, "Your Excellency, what is your opinion?"

Ashel also went to see the male ruler.

He secretly didn't want to stay here.

Everything is unknown tonight. If... if the lord really punishes him, he doesn't want to be in such a sorry state here.

There is a possibility that the female father and the older brother will find out.

Ashel didn't want them to know this.

Cen Li misunderstood the look Asher was giving him. The female insect had gone home specifically for this holiday, so she must be homesick. Staying one more night wouldn't hurt.

"Then let's stay here."

Ashel stiffened.

It's really okay... I don't care where I'm punished, as long as... as long as the female father doesn't find out...

Ashel told himself this.

They slept in Ashel's old room.

After tidying up the room, Ashel was urged by the male master to take a shower.

This time, Ashel had no romantic thoughts whatsoever.

He thought, "It's finally here..."

Ashel carefully washed herself thoroughly from head to toe.

His room didn't have a private bathroom; he showered in the bathroom on the first floor.

After washing up, Ashel didn't go back to his room immediately. Instead, he lingered outside his brother's door, and finally knocked.