Transmigration in the Beast World (BL)

After his encounter with Hou, Tangtang returned to his tent and talked to the four guardians the whole night, asking all those questions that were troubling him.

"Who was behind my transmigration?" Tangtang asked first, the most pressing question that had been bothering him since day one.

After a long contemplation, Tangtang realized that if the Beast God really needed someone who would help improve the lives of his people, he would have chosen a much more fitting candidate—someone who had a wide range of knowledge, not someone like him who lacked it.

The four guardians were prepared to answer any of Tangtang's questions.

"We're sorry, Tangtang, we don't have any authority to disclose any information about our master right now, but what you need to know is that our master really cared about you and won't let you get harmed in any way," Gae started.

"Your soul at that time is really weak, and in exchange for your safe transmigration, our master made a deal with the god Cernunnos. He will open a void for you, and you will help his people," Ero continued.

"At that time, only this realm is available. Even our master wanted to give you a much better life; they don't have a choice," Phi added.

Tangtang was a little bit disappointed not to know the identity of the master they were mentioning, but at least he already had a general idea. Then

Tangtang asked about the tribe's marriage.

On the tenth day before winter, people in Gaia performed a ritual known as Eulogia. It is a ritual to thank the Beast God and to ask for his protection so they can pass the winter season safely. During this ritual, an adult beast can marry his partner, whether it is a female, a sub-beast, or even a beast, and ask for their God's blessings.

As per Ero, sub-beasts can have multiple partners. Females were a minority of the population, and they had low fertility. If the female is lucky, she could have two children at most without damaging her health. On the other hand, the sub-beasts were significantly fewer than the females, but their fertility rate was very high. In a big tribe like the Winge Tiger Tribe, there were only 34 sub-beasts, showing how rare they are.

As a man from the 21st century, it is difficult for Tangtang to accept that he can get pregnant, but he is not against having a child of his own. Actually, the idea that he can have a family excites him.

This world has similarities to the ABO world, but it is much more inclined to the animal kingdom, where polymorous relationships are normal as long as the first husband gives his consent.

Tangtang and the four guardians continue talking until midnight. It is rare for Tangtang to be curious and start asking a lot of questions. The four fluff balls didn't disappoint him; other than the identity of their master, they patiently and truthfully answered everything.

When Tangtang woke up in the morning, his group had already left to gather red roots. Tangtang didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Last night, together with the four fluff balls, they were brainstorming what excuse he could use to go to the forest alone; at the end, he was left behind because he woke up late. He can only blame the four fluffy balls who woke up later than him.

Now he only needs to convince Hou to come with him. Not only was his safety guaranteed with the man protecting him, but there might be a chance to continue where they stopped last night.

Tangtang was changing his clothes when he noticed something strange about his body.

"Can I ask something?" Tangtang asked Ero.

At first, Tangtang was reserved every time he was talking to the four fluff balls, but after interacting with them and knowing that they were more than 1000 years older than him, he became more at ease opening up to them, especially Ero, who was always full of yellow waste.

"What is it?" Ero asked, hovering in front of him. Its red fur was tangled after sleeping for too long.

"Why aren't my pubes growing anymore?" On Earth he was used to shaving every other day because it feels clean and comfortable.

Phi, who was busy making his yellow fur shine, heard his question and immediately came over to look at his sleeping asset. "It's cute," he commented.

"Hey! That's rude." Tangtang immediately covered his waist with a white fur cloth, hiding his junior from the judgmental gaze of the two fur balls. Compared to the big rods of the beasts, his penis has a normal size, a light color, and a pink tip... It really looks cute.

Tangtang sighed.

"Sub-beasts don't have pubes," Ero simply answered, afraid to add a comment that will hurt their ward's pride. Anyway, that teeny-weeny thing will surely never be used in this lifetime.

If Tangtang knew what Ero was thinking, he would surely strangle him to death.

"Oh. How convenient." Tangtang continued to change and walk out of the tent in high spirits. The first thing he does is look for Hou, who always greets him warmly every morning, but now even his shadow cannot be seen.

Instead, an ice statue was standing in front of him, blocking his way. "Good morning."

Tangtang greeted with a smile. "Good morning, Xue!" Then he once again looked around.

Knowing who Tangtang was looking for, Xue informed the sub-beast. "Hou led a team to hunt on Mount Nebo."

"Huh? Oh!" Tangtang suddenly felt at a loss.

He believed that the two of them were already close. Hou even confessed to him last night, so why did he leave without saying goodbye? It's not that the man was obligated to do so, but if he really likes him, shouldn't he at least say a word?

Tangtang was frightened by his own thoughts.

Even though they weren't dating yet, he was already expecting Hou to take his feelings into account at all times.

Ah-Yan was right. No one would truly love a selfish and self-centered person like him. They were only attracted because of his appearance, but sooner or later, they will all get bored of his face and abandon him.

He will only get hurt again and again. It's exhausting.

He doesn't want to get hurt.

He doesn't want to feel that pain again.

No, not this time… He needs to protect himself.

From now on, he will continue living the way he used to. He will just treat Hou like the other men he slept with before. It is easier this way; he will not get hurt, and they can still both satisfy their physical needs without any burden.

How can he be like Ah-jin? Ah-jin, who was loved and favored by all. He wanted to be loved genuinely too.

The two guardians panic when they sense the chaotic emotions surrounding Tangtang. It is an emotional turbulence that is commonly caused by traumatic events or abuse.

"Tangtang!" Ero worriedly called.

Phi immediately conjured a white smoke and made Tangtang smell it.

Seeing that the sub-beast was in a daze and not responding when called, Xue gently shook Tangtang by the shoulder. "Tangtang," he called. The man's face was still calm, but his voice was tinged with worry.

"Huh?"

"What's wrong?" Xue asked.

"N-nothing..." Tangtang forced a smile. "I am just a little sleepy. Hmm, where is Mount Nebo? When will Hou come back?" he inquired, trying to act normal. After smelling the white smoke, his mind cleared, but he still felt restless.

"Tangtang, are you alright?" Phi asked while scanning Tangtang. The chaotic emotional turbulence was slowly dissipating, making the two worried fluff balls relieved.

'Don't worry, I just remembered something unpleasant.'

"Mount Nebo was the widest mountain range in the north. It is near the boundary of the fog. It will take them six days to return," Hue briefly explained, still supporting the sub-beasts on the shoulder.

Feeling embarrassed from his earlier blunder, Tangtang stepped back from the man's cold hands. "I see."

If it takes six days for Hou to return, then who can he ask to accompany him?

After days of gathering red roots, Tangtang realizes that the forest is still a dangerous place to be by himself, even with a cheat like the monster's radar.

This is because of one incident that happened the day before yesterday, when a female accidentally stepped on a vine and was hanged upside down. If not for the beasts escorting them, the female will be hanged for a long time.

The vine was not detected by the radar because it is a normal plant that has a special characteristic: anything that puts a little pressure on it will be wrapped by its vines.

Since the groups were already accustomed to visiting certain locations, Tangtang wanted to separate from them in order to have more opportunities to find fruits and vegetables. However, he still needed an escort, and Hou was the only person that immediately came to his mind. Unfortunately, the man left.

'Who can I ask to accompany me?' Tangtang was still immersed in his thoughts, forgetting about the man who was standing in front of him, observing his every movement.

"If you need to go somewhere, I will accompany you."

Tangtang suddenly brightened and became lively upon hearing Xue. "Really?"

Xue nodded. He remembered what his mother told him. "Just let Tangtang do whatever he wants as long as it will not harm anyone in the tribe. All you have to do is protect him."

"Let's go!" Tangtang, carrying a bag made of monster's skin, immediately pulled the man in the tribe's exit direction, but with Tangtang's feeble strength, he didn't even make Xue budge from his position. "Hey, you said you would accompany me," Tangtang said, looking a little aggrieved. He is eager to finish his second task as soon as possible.

"I'm going to get something; just wait for me," the man said, not accepting any rejection.

"Oh, okay." Tangtang let go of Xue and slightly pushed him. "Faster, faster," he urged.

Looking at the departing back of Xue, Tangtang remembered something and asked the two fluff balls. "Where did Gae and Nia go?"

"Gae was called by the master. He will be back as soon as possible," Phi replied. "For Nia, we don't know where he went. When we woke up, he was already gone."

Tangtang frowned, a little worried for the usually well-behaved white fluff ball.

"Don't worry, Tangtang, no one can harm us in this world. Nia just really likes to spend some time alone," Ero explained.

Tangtang nodded in understanding, "Then let's finish the second task before they return," he said, full of enthusiasm.

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"You're scaring everyone with that face," Cai said as he put his arm around Hou's shoulder, which the latter immediately removed.

"You were always enthusiastic about being the leader of the hunting group to Mount Nebo. What's the problem now?" Wan asked; he was puzzled by Hou's current mood.

Ren playfully punched Wan in the chest. "Didn't you see the beautiful sub-beast staying in Xue's tent? Hou likes him very much. Our great brother is guarding him every day so that no one can even talk to him."

"Oh!" Wan said innocently. "I saw him from afar yesterday. He was so beautiful, as if he was shining, making everyone dimmed in comparison." His voice was full of admiration.

Cai and Ren laughed.

"When did you learn to talk so well?" Cai asked.

"I can't blame Wan. Beautiful is not enough to describe him," Ren said as he patted Wan's head. "If I am not married, I will also pursue Tangtang and fight Hou to become his first husband," he joked.

"Do you want to try it right now?" Hou asked, cracking his knuckles.

"I'm just joking." Ren laughed as he pulled Wan to escape.

"Don't mind them. Even if they try to pursue Tangtang, they don't have a chance," Cai coaxed, patting his shoulder.

Hou believed that he would not easily lose to anyone during a duel. The only exception was Xue, who he hadn't defeated even once.

Hou was not as smart as Xue, but he is not a fool. Wan was right; to show his capabilities to the whole tribe, he always competed with Xue to be the leader of the group that would go to Mount Nebo. But last night he didn't even open his mouth, and his mother willingly assigned him the position.

Lia sent them away immediately, even before the sun rose. He doesn't have time to say goodbye to Tangtang.

What did his mother want to do? It is easy to know.

Lia wanted Xue to marry Tangtang, but because he stuck to the sub-beast every day, the two don't have any time to be together. To help Xue and Tangtang develop feelings for each other, Lia sends him away, claiming that it is an opportunity to prove himself to the tribe.

Whatever his mother's real reason for sending him away, he will prove himself in this hunt and return as soon as possible, not giving Xue and Tangtang a chance to develop feelings for each other.

"Enough rest! Let's keep going!" Hou shouted as he transformed into his beast form, a majestic black liger with golden stripes exuding an arrogant and ferocious aura.

Hou spread his black wings and soared to the sky with a swish, followed by more than thirty beastmen in different forms.

Unaware, a white ball was sitting comfortably on top of his head.