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The news that Aling brought caused a sensation throughout Qi Ze City. For thousands of years, hyena-drakes and beastmen had been natural enemies. Even though hyena-drakes were far stronger than beastmen, and many tribes had been wiped out by their attacks. Yet no one could have imagined that one day, hyena-drakes themselves might take on the form of beastmen.<\/span><\/p>

Ayan had brought Aling directly to Qi Ze City through the forest. Because there were still many matters in the Lion-Wolf Tribe, he stayed for only a day before leaving with Aling.<\/span><\/p>

Before departing, Ayan told everyone that, due to the thunderstorm, many people in the Lion-Wolf Tribe had high fevers. Chen Qi was surprised that even under such circumstances, they had prioritized bringing this news. Before leaving, Chen Qi handed them several plants of heatgrass harvested in winter, along with a few jars of brewed wine, and taught them methods to help cool fevered patients physically.<\/span><\/p>

Azhang organized a small patrol team to explore the forest. The forest\u2019s periphery was largely unchanged from previous years, with few signs of dragons, though scattered hydrochoerus dragons could occasionally be seen. They had planned to venture deeper, but before reaching the Sanchen River, they discovered a large number of traces of dragon activity. For safety, the exploration near the Sanchen River had to be postponed, and the team withdrew after patrolling only the forest\u2019s edges.<\/span><\/p>

When Chen Qi brought his newly designed city defense map to Azhang, the latter had just finished receiving the patrol report. Seeing Chen Qi enter, Azhang\u2019s frown relaxed considerably. He poured a cup of scented tea with freshly boiled water and handed it to him. \u201cWhy come at this time? How\u2019s Aze doing these past couple of days?\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cHe\u2019s back to normal. Not as sleepy as before,\u201d Chen Qi replied, sitting at the table and spreading out the scroll in his hands. \u201cHere\u2019s the defense layout I just completed outside the city. Take a look.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Azhang leaned in, pointing to a ring marked with blue dye outside the moat. \u201cWhat are these?\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cWater,\u201d Chen Qi explained. \u201cDragons can\u2019t swim. Last winter, we built many pit traps around the ice wall. When the ice and snow melted, and after several days of rain, these pits filled with water. I\u2019ve studied the plains\u2019 underground\u2014there are water resources hidden deep below. If we dig these pits a few meters deeper, water should seep out. Opening all the pits would create a natural defensive barrier outside Qi Ze. Even if dragons attempted an attack, it wouldn\u2019t be so easy.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u201cAlso,\u201d he continued, \u201cour tribe has grown a lot this year. During summer, we need more land for crops. Searching for food across the plains alone is too inefficient. The flat ground between the moat and these pits is the best choice. If we build another wall beyond the pits, we gain an extra layer of defense and expand our tribe\u2019s territory.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Chen Qi explained his plan carefully. He had discussed it at home with Aze, incorporating Aze\u2019s local knowledge of the plains. After hearing it, Azhang thought it was an excellent proposal.<\/span><\/p>

He sent for Achu. Though no longer a tribe\u2019s patriarch, Achu was formally given the title of deputy patriarch to assist in managing the newly merged Qi Ze City.<\/span><\/p>

When Achu arrived, he was accompanied by Axu and Ahxu. Axu had been the successor to the next chief of the Salt-Water Tribe, and Achu didn\u2019t hide matters from him. Meanwhile, Azhang, knowing Chen Qi had refused the role of chief, was deliberately cultivating Ahxu to participate in tribal management. Seeing the two newcomers, he simply invited them to sit and repeated Chen Qi\u2019s proposals.<\/span><\/p>

After listening, the group exchanged glances. Axu spoke up, \u201cI think this plan is quite good. With two layers of defense, we\u2019ll be much safer. But right now, everyone is busy building houses. Aside from those working with iron, we don\u2019t have spare hands for anything else. These pits can\u2019t be dug immediately, and they\u2019re already filled with water. Digging further down is practically impossible at the moment.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Azhang thought for a moment. \u201cIt\u2019s only the beginning of summer, and there are no signs of dragon activity around the forest. This place should remain safe until winter. Let\u2019s follow our plan step by step\u2014there\u2019s no need to divert all our manpower, that would only slow things down.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cIf the newly dug pits are full of water, that\u2019s fine for summer, but in winter the water will freeze and be useless, right?\u201d Achu raised his concern.<\/span><\/p>

Chen Qi had already considered this. \u201cWe can drain the water before winter. Then, just like last time, we can set up some mechanisms inside. As long as the height is sufficient, even hyena-drakes won\u2019t be able to climb out on their own.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cOnce the houses are all built, we\u2019ll deal with the pits and the new city wall first. The land outside the moat can be planted now. Last winter, we stored plenty of seeds in the cellar, which should be enough to cover the entire plot. Calculating the time, we can harvest two seasons’ worth. That way, even if we don\u2019t go out to forage this summer, we\u2019ll have enough food to last the winter,\u201d Azhang decided.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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\u201cI\u2019ve also made a new batch of farm tools recently. I\u2019ll lead people in the planting,\u201d Ahxu took on the task. He had worked with Chen Qi last summer and already knew a lot about growing crops.<\/span><\/p>

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\u201cI\u2019ll go with you,\u201d Axu added. \u201cOur new recruits also need to learn how to farm. Now, construction is waiting for a new batch of mud bricks to be fired. In the next few days, we can prepare the fields and start planting crops.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Hearing this, Achu, who had been sitting nearby, shot Axu a glance but didn\u2019t say anything. Ahxu, noticing Achu\u2019s expression, awkwardly rubbed his nose.<\/span><\/p>

\u201cI brought back a few wild rabbits to raise,\u201d Chen Qi continued. \u201cIn a couple of days, I plan to catch some other animals from the plains. I\u2019ve already talked to you about the conservatory. Once the houses are built, we can try setting it up first. If there are problems, we\u2019ll have time to make adjustments before winter. If it works well, we can raise the animals from the plains, so even if they migrate, we won\u2019t need to risk entering the forest. Speaking of which,\u201d he paused, \u201cif you no longer need to rely on forest animals for food, have you considered moving deeper into the plains?\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Azhang asked, \u201cYou mean the plains across the Dosa River?\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201c<\/span>En<\/span><\/i>,\u201d Chen Qi nodded. \u201cWouldn\u2019t we be safer farther from the forest?\u201d<\/span><\/p>

The group fell silent for a moment. Achu spoke, \u201cOur ancestors have lived here for generations. None of us have ever set foot on the plains across the Dosa River. I\u2019ve heard it\u2019s home to various carnivores\u2014lions, wolves, hyenas, tigers. Moving there wouldn\u2019t be any less dangerous.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cThose animals only return to the plains during summer, but their territorial instincts are stronger than dragons. You probably don\u2019t know this since you\u2019ve been living nearby. They\u2019re not as tame as the local animals, and their numbers are dozens or even hundreds of times greater.\u201d Azhang glanced at Chen Qi. \u201cI\u2019ve also heard that the animals on our plains were driven out by those from the other side of the Dosa River.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Chen Qi was hearing this for the first time. He had assumed that once food was secured, the tribe could relocate somewhere safer. It seemed that dangers in this world weren\u2019t limited to the dragons in the forest.<\/span><\/p>

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\u201cLet\u2019s discuss that later. For now, we need to focus on building the tribe\u2019s defenses,\u201d Achu changed the subject. \u201cChen Qi, don\u2019t mind us. We all think this place is good. There are no natural rocky hills for cover, but the safety level is higher than our old settlement. If we build well, there\u2019s no need to fear dragons.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201c<\/span>En<\/span><\/i>,\u201d Chen Qi smiled. \u201cThen let\u2019s solve the immediate problems first.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

They went over the details and arranged the upcoming tasks. Chen Qi had arrived around noon. Aze was stationed on the wall under Ake\u2019s supervision. His recent health issues had alarmed everyone, so Azhang didn\u2019t allow him to hunt or do heavy work. Now, as long as he was healthy, he only needed to guard the wall for half a day.<\/span><\/p>

When Aze finished his watch and came to pick up Chen Qi, the room had fallen into an unusual silence.<\/span><\/p>

Azhang stared at Axu and then at Ahxu. \u201cWhat did you just say?\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Achu glanced at his hesitant son. \u201cThey want to register with you. You can help them complete the mating formalities.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cAren\u2019t you both females?\u201d Azhang was still in shock. When did the two get together? After decades of chasing Ali, he couldn\u2019t believe how quickly this had happened. Is it really that simple for females to be together?<\/span><\/p>

Axu shrugged and looped his arm around Ahxu\u2019s waist. \u201cChief, your mate is also female.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

Chen Qi covered his mouth and smiled. He had long noticed the way Axu looked at Ahxu and was happy for them. \u201cCongratulations. Don\u2019t forget to hold a wedding once the new home is ready.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

\u201cI won\u2019t build a house. I\u2019ll just move into Ahxu\u2019s place,\u201d Axu said triumphantly.<\/span><\/p>

After the discussion, Achu didn\u2019t bother responding. He still couldn\u2019t fully accept that his son had chosen a female mate. He planned to go home and make sure his younger son found a male.<\/span><\/p>

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