After transmigrating, she became the most beloved beast in the world.

On the fifth day, the merman ship finally approached the waters near the holy city.

Sunlight filtered through the thin clouds, casting a golden glow on the shimmering sea.

Chu Xinyao stood at the bow of the boat, facing the fresh sea breeze, and took a deep breath, as if she wanted to expel the fatigue and discomfort of the past five days.

Her eyes shone with anticipation, for her destination was now within reach.

"Phew, great, we're almost there!" Chu Xinyao breathed a sigh of relief, a surge of excitement welling up inside her.

After five days on the ship, even she, who doesn't get seasick, started to feel a bit tired of it.

The cramped space in the cabin, the repetitive sound of the waves, and the seemingly endless supply of fish filled her with longing for the life on land that was about to begin.

The crew members also felt the joy of their impending arrival. They began to bustle about on the deck, checking the sails and ropes to ensure everything was ready so they could enter the port of the holy city at any time.

Seagulls circled overhead, their cries seemingly cheering for the upcoming end of their journey.

However, just as everyone was immersed in the joy of their impending arrival, several black dots suddenly appeared on the horizon.

At first, they were just a few insignificant dots, but over time, these dots gradually grew larger and became clearer.

Those were small boats, filled with ferocious-looking male orcs.

Chu Xinyao's heart raced uncontrollably as she gripped the gunwale tightly, her eyes fixed on the black dots.

"Pirates!" a sharp-eyed crew member suddenly shouted.

The atmosphere on the ship instantly became tense, and the relaxed atmosphere was replaced by a sudden crisis.

Pirates? How could they be pirates? Why would pirates attack ships that are close to the holy city?

The Holy City's majesty is well-known, and any pirate who dares to challenge it should be aware of the consequences they will face.

However, these pirates seemed unconcerned; their objectives were clear, their actions swift, and they were obviously well-prepared.

"Little female, hurry back to the cabin and let your beast mates protect you." Chu Xinyao opened her mouth, wanting to explain that Hu Xiao and He Yu were not her beast mates, but in the tense situation, before she could finish speaking, Yu Paopao had already strode away, his figure blending into the busy crew.

"Prepare for battle!" Bubble's voice boomed like thunder, echoing across the deck. The crew responded instantly, their movements becoming swifter and more organized. Weapons were distributed, and shields were raised.

Fish Bubble also drew his weapon, a trident. He gripped the trident tightly, his arm muscles exceptionally strong. His eyes were sharp, like his weapon, ready to pierce the heart of any enemy at any moment.

He stood at the bow of the ship like a fearless warrior, the sea breeze brushing his face and blowing his curly hair, his figure appearing exceptionally tall in the sunlight.

As the pirate ships drew closer, Chu Xinyao could see their ferocious faces and the weapons they brandished. Even more surprisingly, among these pirates, she spotted some familiar figures dressed in black.

The movements and postures of those men in black reminded her of Mo's personal guard.

A sense of doubt arose in her mind. How could Mo, a mere merchant, be involved with these pirates?

"Yaoyao, come with me quickly." Hu Xiao's voice interrupted Chu Xinyao's thoughts. He hurriedly came out of the cabin, grabbed her hand, and led her to a safe place in the cabin.

He now deeply regrets his decision; he shouldn't have agreed to let Chu Xinyao come to the Holy City to give birth. This would never have happened if they were in the White Tiger Clan.

Chu Xinyao was pulled along by Hu Xiao, and her steps followed involuntarily.

With a "bang," came the sound of pirates boarding the ship.

Startled by the sudden collision, Chu Xinyao lost her balance, stumbled, and accidentally bumped her stomach against the corner of the table.

"Ugh, it hurts." She couldn't help but cry out in pain, clutching her stomach tightly with both hands, her face contorted in agony.

Upon hearing Chu Xinyao's voice, Hu Xiao immediately stopped and turned around, looking at her with concern. "Yaoyao, how are you? Are you hurt anywhere?" His expression changed when he saw Chu Xinyao clutching her stomach.

"Yaoyao...did you bump your stomach? Does it hurt a lot? Or should I go find a witch doctor for you?"

"No need," Chu Xinyao bit her lip, enduring the pain, and shook her head. Fine beads of sweat had already seeped onto her forehead, but her voice was unusually firm. "I'm fine, I just bumped into something. Let's go quickly."

"Are you really alright, cubs...?"

“It’s alright, the chicks are protected by their eggshells,” she said, not wanting to waste time on their escape. “Our safety is the most important thing right now, isn’t it?”

Although Hu Xiao and He Yu are both eighth-tier experts, seasickness has taken a heavy toll on them at sea, greatly reducing their combat effectiveness.

Hu Xiao looked at Chu Xinyao and knew she was right. He helped her up and carefully avoided the obstacles in the cabin, leading her to a secluded corner of the cabin.

This place is relatively safe, far from the outbreak of battle.

He placed Chu Xinyao on a soft cushion to ensure her safety. Then, he knelt down and gently stroked her stomach. "If you feel any discomfort, please tell me, okay?"

Chu Xinyao nodded, took Hu Xiao's hand, and gave him a reassuring smile, even though she herself was still in pain. "We'll be alright, don't worry."

"By the way, where's He Yu?" Chu Xinyao suddenly asked, her voice filled with worry.

She had always assumed that He Yu had found a safe place to hide, which was why she sent Hu Xiao to find her. But now, He Yu was not here, which made her somewhat anxious.

"What do you care about him! You think he's a male orc who'll just get lost?" Tiger Roar said jealously.

"Hu Xiao, these are critical times. What if he encounters ruthless pirates?"

He Yu had indeed encountered ruthless pirates. He stood on the deck, facing a pack of ferocious pirates.

The pirates brandished their blood-stained weapons, their faces contorted in ferocious grins. They assumed the orc before them would be easily subdued like any other prey. But they were wrong. Crane Feather was no ordinary orc, as weak as he appeared.

Just as the pirates charged forward, Crane Feather moved. His body moved like lightning, his feathers transforming into countless sharp swords, which he slashed out with.

The pirates' laughter abruptly ceased, replaced by painful screams and terrified cries.

Crane Feather stumbled towards Fish Bubble, "Fish Bubble, where's Xin Yao?"

Fish Bubble was startled. Hadn't he seen Tiger Roar take the little female away?