Captivated by the Ruler of the Underworld
Chapter 116 Baby, from now on, hold me instead of the dog

Noticing a stranger approaching, Big White's gaze turned guarded.

Rising from the thicket, his ice-blue eyes were filled with a dangerous glare, fixed intently on Sylvester Gomez.

A deep growl emanated from his belly, as if he were about to pounce on Gomez any second.

Sylvester Gomez sneered dismissively toward the big beast, taking note of its fierce loyalty.

Unfazed by Big White's ferocity, he walked over to Lela with his usual commanding presence, not a trace of fear in him.

Seeing Big White bristle, fur standing on end as if ready to explode, Lela quickly wrapped her arms around his neck. She whispered reassuringly into his perked ears, "It's okay, Big White, he... he's my lover."

As she soothed Big White's fur, her voice was gentle, "After you, he's been the one protecting me."

"Big White, his name is Sylvester Gomez. He saved me when I was in danger. He would never hurt me."

As if understanding Lela's words, or perhaps catching a familiar scent on Gomez, Big White's wary look slowly diminished, yet he remained on alert.

Catching sight of his girl clinging to the beast, Sylvester Gomez took a deep breath, then moved closer. Extending a firm hand, he pulled Lela into his arms. His amber eyes held a hint of displeasure as he sternly addressed Big White, "A quick hug is enough. How long do you plan to hold onto her?"

His tone was thick with jealousy.

Big White, seeing his cherished companion snatched away by this man, bared his teeth and glared fiercely at Sylvester Gomez.

Gomez lifted an eyebrow, almost as if to say, "Try competing with me for her attention."

Lela, stepping back from Sylvester's embrace, asked in confusion, "What's wrong with hugging Big White? He's my best playmate."

Sylvester chuckled lightly, lifted her chin, and kissed the corner of her lips-staking his claim, "Yes, he's your best playmate, and I'm your most intimate man. Darling, from now on, forget holding him, hold me instead." Lela: "..."

Meanwhile, standing beside the tour cart, Mildred Gomez: "..."

Boss Sylvester was practically steeped in jealousy - you could practically smell it hanging in the air.

Big White let out a whimper, turning its head away as if to say, "I can't even look at this shameless man," yet its piercing blue eyes clearly radiated contempt.

Sylvester planted himself in front of Big White, towering over the creature, and declared, "We need to strike a deal here. If this little guy's gonna take you home, you have to listen to me. Otherwise, if you stir up suspicion, your fate is not my concern."

Casting a sidelong glance at Sylvester, Big White then turned its affectionate gaze toward Lela and let out a soft whine.

Lela pushed past Sylvester and knelt beside Big White, her voice tender, "Big White, let's go home."

Nuzzling into Lela's hand, Big White mimicked Sylvester's posture, offering a defiant blink with those ocean-blue eyes. Sylvester clenched his teeth in silence.

This animal's becoming too clever by half!

Watching Lela slip from his grasp and run to the creature was nearly enough to make his blood boil.

Home? Our home?

Didn't the little rascal remember that Dragon Manor was still its name, at least for now?

But Sylvester wanted to keep Lela happy, so he swallowed his irritation.

With an internal roar, he turned to his cousin Mildred, bellowing, "Are you dead or what? Get over here, now!"

Mildred, who was surveying the scene, nearly choked with shock at the outburst. Hesitantly, she approached, clutching a metal chain in hand. Sylvester snatched the chain from her, a vengeful gleam in his amber eyes as he glared at Big White...