If she were to ask outright, it would definitely arouse suspicions, so Irina could only hold back her curiosity as she continued asking Eve how to go about resolving a partnership.

Unable to withstand Irina’s relentless asking, Eve could only say, “You’ll find out once you have a partner.”

She then got up and chased after her cubs.

Irina returned feeling satisfied after the conversation with Eve. Damien could tell with one glance something was not quite right from her high spirited and energetic manner.

“Where did you go? You’ve been gone for so long, your cotton must be soaked by now.” Damien then grabbed some cotton flowers and removed...