bookcurios Chapter 148 Crisp Fruit
Chapter 148 Crisp Fruit
I made a rough estimate based on what I saw in the evening.
"Seven or eight."
"Oh, you still dare to lie?"
"Just silence him."
The patriarch waved his hand lazily, and the two men were immediately shocked. They couldn't believe that they were so untrustworthy.
He immediately shouted: "If you kill us now, someone will go to the capital to complain immediately!"
The patriarch's eyes are like blades.
"You are full of lies, what a great city master!"
Seeing that they were really going to take action, the two of them could no longer hold back and told everything like pouring beans.
It turned out that they were two scorpion beastmen living in this area, and they were best at digging holes and escaping.
On weekdays, they do some robbing business of orcs.
For example, the orc came today and brought water, food, and good stuff.
Then they dug deep holes and hauled everything away.
It was extremely dry here, with no grass growing at all. Even if something was stolen, the passing orcs would give up after searching in vain for several days without finding it. They would then take the remaining things and wait for the next group to come, then pack up the things and sell them to them.
If they encountered a team with powerful orcs, they would just steal the water late at night and then repackage the water and exchange it for other food and other things.
I have been relying on this skill for so many years.
The two of them are doing very well.
I never expected to fail today.
Originally the two of them were about to succeed, but who knew that this powerful man was actually an earth elemental. He used his innate power and the soil suddenly became very hard and could not be dug at all.
After everything was explained, both of them felt hopeless.
Looking at the tribe leader, they just begged: "We are willing to give you everything we stole. Please be generous and spare our lives."
I didn't expect there would be an unexpected gain.
The clan leader thought for a moment and said according to what they had just discussed: "We will accept the things, and you will also save your lives."
"It's just that," the patriarch paused deliberately, and both of them were immediately worried.
Just what?
Seeing the clan leader's profound look, the two of them just wanted him to finish speaking quickly.
They have already withdrawn so much, it would be bad if they continue to be greedy!
Don't think that you can bully them just because they are two helpless orcs!
But after hearing the clan leader's next words, the anger in their hearts instantly dissipated.
What can I do? I can’t beat him, and I can’t run away. It seems I can only endure it.
But even so, the two wanted to fight for themselves. "Then it's a deal. As long as you leave this area, you will let us go back."
The patriarch had a smile on his face.
"It's natural."
The chief waved his hand and asked the orcs to let them go, and they stretched their muscles.
Zhou Manman looked at them calmly, and suddenly sighed, no wonder they were so brave.
Look at them, they were begging for mercy just now, but now they shamelessly come forward to please Donglin, calling him "brother" left and right.
After watching them leave, Zhou Manman also went back.
She thought they would have some food, but she never expected there would be so much!
Looking at the mountains of water, food and various animal skins.
Zhou Manman even thought that she was too righteous. This crooked way was really profitable.
Seeing how they showed no sign of sympathy at all, Zhou Manman was basically certain that this must be just one of their hideouts.
But even if there are only these, it is enough for them to eat and use.
After the mudslide, the females had a hard time, and the males were even worse, only daring to take a sip of water.
With so much water today, they can finally drink it without restraint.
With these supplies, their lives gradually improved.
The chief originally planned to praise Zhou Manman's cleverness again in front of everyone so that the orcs would remember her kindness.
But after being reminded by Nerou Si, he gave up this idea.
These two scorpion orcs may seem spineless, but in fact, most of the orcs who can make a living in such a place are ruthless. It would be bad if Zhou Manman were put in danger because of some invisible and intangible gratitude.
Nerou Si looked at his conflicted look.
He chuckled and said, "Don't we still have energy stones? Just give her some when the time comes."
The patriarch suddenly understood and nodded repeatedly.
Looking at Nerou Si's eyes filled with smiles, "A Si is still smart."
Nerou Si looked into the distance and said, "For so many years, you have been able to maintain such a large tribe with only these energy stones. Thank you for your hard work, Yilin."
"nothing."
There was anticipation in Nerou Si's eyes.
"Come to think of it, we haven't been back for nearly three hundred years. I wonder what the capital looks like now."
Disgust flashed in the patriarch's eyes.
"Why bring these up?"
Nerou Si turned around and looked at him tenderly, "Those things happened a long time ago, and we should let them go. Besides, the capital is protected by the Tree of Life, so we don't have to worry about natural disasters."
“I kind of miss eating on the long street.”
"In my opinion, you should give that girl a few more energy stones, so that she can buy something she likes."
The chief thought of Zhou Manman's reputation as a foodie in the tribe and couldn't help but mention these things to her.
Nerou Si was shocked and subconsciously looked at Zhou Manman who was playing with the little leopard cub.
"So, I'm going to have to taste it later."
Zhou Manman felt something in his heart and looked in the direction of the clan leader, meeting Nerou Si's gaze.
He raised the corners of his lips in surprise and nodded slightly.
"What are you looking at, Manman?"
Alina followed the line of sight and could only see the back of the witch doctor's handsome head.
She looked at Zhou Manman with understanding and deep meaning.
Zhou Manman was confused and wanted to say something when she saw the witch doctor coming over.
She was in a good mood and greeted the witch doctor with particular joy when she saw him.
Qing Lingyu walked up to the two of them and handed the beautiful fruit in her hand to her.
Zhou Manman took it and looked at it. The fruit was pink and looked somewhat like an apple.
"I saw it on the roadside. I checked it and it's not poisonous. It tastes crunchy and sweet. I wonder if you like it."
Finally, he added, "It has been washed."
Zhou Manman took one out and took a bite.
It really tastes like apple...
She chewed the apple in her mouth with some difficulty and swallowed it.
Looking at the witch doctor's slightly expectant look, he said, "It's delicious. It's really delicious. I like it very much."
Qing Lingyu withdrew his gaze with satisfaction.
In keeping with my duty to protect the female, I asked her about her situation.
He happened to see Yi, so he went forward to take a look for her.
Anlina looked at him eagerly, and Zhou Manman quickly took one from the leaves for her.
Anlina took a bite and her eyes widened in surprise, giving Zhou Manman a thumbs up.
Okay, now it shouldn’t be wasted, Zhou Manman thought with relief.
God knows.
She is most afraid of eating sandy apples.