Chapter 107: Bullshit!
As the group pondered over the enigma of Howl's peculiar behavior, a sudden realization dawned upon them.
Howl, having spent an extensive period within the sanctuary, must have developed an unusual fondness for expectant males, a consequence of his frequent encounters with pregnant beastmen since his kigen days.
"Is she genuinely defending Howl, or is this a covert operation to tarnish his reputation?" Dita mused, her eyes rolling dramatically as she savagely bit into a strip of bacon.
"Mother," Sid began, his voice filled with innocent curiosity, "everyone is whispering that Uncle Howl fancies another beastman. If Howhow doesn't accept me, can I marry Seven later—umph!"
"Bullshit!" Sigrid retorted, promptly silencing his son by shoving a pheasant drumstick into his mouth. "If you dare to ask me or your mother such nonsense again, I'll kick your butt and marry you off to a ghost, you little rascal!"