"Come in first." Lin Feng opened the side gate of the wall.

When the six women entered the courtyard, they were all stunned by the sight before them.

The dismembered remains of the saber-toothed tiger, the rich aroma of meat broth in the air, and the strong masculine scent of blood and sweat emanating from Lin Feng all gave them a profound sense of primal and powerful security, along with the accompanying awe.

Lin Feng ignored their awkwardness and led them to the simple wooden shed on the west side: "This is your living quarters. Clean it up yourselves. It's too late today, so I'll give you some meat soup and dried meat first. Starting tomorrow, clear the snow inside and outside the wall, then reinforce the wall and collect firewood. Qin Lan will be responsible for arranging the specific work and reporting to me."

After saying that, he turned and went back to the main house, leaving the six women there to process this sudden "new life".

Qin Lan was the first to regain her composure. Looking at her five companions, she solemnly said, "Everyone, we've survived, but whether we can continue to live depends on our own performance. Mr. Lin isn't a philanthropist; we must do everything in our power to prove our worth. From tomorrow onward, forget who we were before. We are now just laborers striving to survive, understand?"

Su Wanqing took a deep breath and nodded: "I understand."

The glory of the past is gone like smoke; survival is the most important thing.

Tangbao wiped away her tears and nodded vigorously: "Yes! I will try my best!"

Shen Jiaqi, Ruan Mengtian, and Qian Xiaoxiao all expressed that they would follow the arrangements. They all knew that this was their only hope.

Soon, Wangcai arrived at the wooden shed carrying a large bundle of hay and several rough animal hides.

The six women started cleaning with their own hands, and although their movements were clumsy, they all worked very hard.

A little while later, Wangcai brought over a steaming pot of tiger bone soup and a few pieces of crispy roasted jerky.

The enticing aroma made their stomachs rumble involuntarily.

This was the first time they had smelled such a realistic food aroma since they began their escape.

"Eat up, you'll have the energy to work when you're full." Qin Lan distributed food to everyone.

They devoured the food; the scalding hot broth dispelled the chill that had seeped into their bones and warmed their almost desperate hearts.

Su Wanqing didn't even care about her image as a female actress, and gnawed every last bit of meat off the bone.

Tang Bao ate while tears streamed down her face, whether from the heat or from excitement, it was hard to tell. Qian Xiaoxiao also found it delicious for the first time, even though the food was so rough.

As night deepened, the six women in the wooden shed embraced each other and fell asleep, exhausted but with a long-lost sense of peace.

Their future remains uncertain, but at least for now, they have a roof over their heads to shelter them from the wind and rain, and a glimmer of hope.

Inside the main house, Lin Feng was also enjoying his dinner.

He doesn't care about feeding these six extra mouths, as long as they can bring corresponding value.

The world after the snowfall will not change its cruel nature just because there are a few more survivors.

Lin Feng knew that the real test was yet to come.

The next day, before dawn, Qin Lan and the other five got up early.

They simply wiped their faces with snow, ate some of the dried meat Lin Feng had left for them, and then began to clear the snow as Lin Feng had instructed.

These women, who once never lifted a finger to do housework, were now struggling to shovel snow with simple shovels and planks.

Su Wanqing gritted her teeth and forcefully threw away a shovelful of snow, fine beads of sweat forming on her forehead. Her arms were already aching terribly, but she dared not stop.

"Tangbao" was small and weak, and soon she was panting heavily, but seeing that everyone else was persevering, she had no choice but to continue.

She lifted her Lolita skirt and tucked it into her waistband, which looked somewhat comical, but also revealed a spirit of hard work.

Shen Jiaqi and Ruan Mengtian worked together silently, one shoveling snow and the other using planks to push it to the designated spot. Although their movements were clumsy, their eyes were very focused.

At first, Qian Xiaoxiao was a little unaccustomed to it, holding the shovel and not knowing where to start, and almost fell several times. But seeing Qin Lan's encouraging eyes, she gritted her teeth and learned to do it.

While working, Qin Lan observed everyone's condition, encouraging them from time to time, and reasonably assigning tasks, trying to let those with weaker physical strength do some auxiliary work.

When Lin Feng stepped out of the wooden house, he saw a scene of labor that was somewhat clumsy yet full of vitality.

He didn't say much, but calmly announced, "Breakfast is in the kitchen. Take turns getting it. Continue after you've eaten."

With the food as an incentive, the women became even more motivated.

Lin Feng began his work, inspecting the traps, sharpening the weapons, and processing the huge saber-toothed tiger skin.

He needed to tan enough soft leather to prepare for the colder days to come, and also to provide warm clothing for the new "employees"—which, of course, required them to earn through their labor.

At noon, Lin Feng roasted a large amount of tiger meat.

He felt nothing as he watched the women's satisfied expressions, despite their exhaustion, as they enjoyed hot food.

The afternoon's task was to collect firewood.

The snow was deeper in the woods, making walking even more difficult.

Lin Feng gave them a few relatively lightweight axes and machetes.

Qin Lan was in charge of leading the team and maintaining order, while Su Wanqing, who claimed to know some first aid, was also assigned to the team to keep an eye on everyone's safety.

Ruan Mengtian and Shen Jiaqi, who were relatively stronger, were responsible for cutting down the thinner trees, while Tang Bao and Qian Xiaoxiao were responsible for collecting dead branches and kindling.

In the evening, as they dragged and carried a pile of firewood, exhausted, back to the cabin, Lin Feng also returned from hunting with his wolf pack, bringing back several snow rabbits and a fox.

"Pile up the firewood and process the game," Lin Feng instructed briefly.

Dinner consisted of rabbit and fox meat, which the women ate with great relish. They had never imagined that one day they would be so satisfied with a bite of meat.

In the days that followed, the six women gradually adapted to this high-intensity work life.

Qin Lan's management skills are becoming increasingly apparent. She is always able to reasonably arrange the various tasks assigned by Lin Feng and ensure that everyone can play their role.

Su Wanqing did demonstrate some first aid knowledge, treating several scratches and sprains that Xiao Juan and Qian Xiaoxiao accidentally caused while working. Although it was just simple cleaning and bandaging, it was still quite practical.

She worked hard to overcome her former pampered nature and silently completed the physical labor assigned to her.

Although "Tangbao" is the weakest, she is obedient and will do whatever you ask without ever complaining.

Occasionally during breaks, she would hum some old pop songs softly, which brought a touch of color to her dull life.

Lin Feng neither confirmed nor denied this.

Shen Jiaqi and Ruan Mengtian, two girls who once relied on their looks and talents, have gradually shown their resilience.

They learned how to use tools more effectively and how to conserve energy.

While collecting wild vegetables, Ruan Mengtian even found an edible berry based on some vague memory. Although the quantity was small, it was still a small contribution.

Qian Xiaoxiao has changed the most. From being clumsy and full of grievances at the beginning, she later persevered and studied hard.

She is rapidly shedding her pampered rich girl persona and striving to adapt to this cruel world.

Lin Feng saw all of this.

He remained indifferent, but the food provided was never lacking, and he would even give them extra dried fruit or honey as a reward when they exceeded their quota.

He began to teach them more efficient work methods, such as how to build levers to move heavy objects and how to identify the burning capacity of different types of firewood.

He also assigned them some delicate tasks related to tanning animal hides, such as scraping off the fat and kneading the hides.

These jobs, though tedious, are relatively less physically demanding and suitable for women.

Su Wanqing and Shen Jiaqi showed some patience and meticulousness in this regard.

After the blizzard, the earth did not immediately recover; instead, it became muddy and slippery due to the slow melting of the snow.

But the sunlight grew stronger day by day, dispelling the last trace of chill in the air.

Everything in Lin Feng's cabin was in perfect order.

Qin Lan, along with five women of different backgrounds—Su Wanqing, Tang Bao, Shen Jiaqi, Ruan Mengtian, and Qian Xiaoxiao—have already adapted to the work rhythm of the post-apocalyptic world.

They cleared snow, reinforced walls, collected firewood, tanned animal hides, and processed leftovers from the game.

Besides that, it's about taking care of the chicken coop and the stable.

Lin Feng knew that a stable source of meat was still a weakness.

Although saber-toothed tigers have plenty of meat, they will eventually run out, and frequently going out to hunt large predators is too risky and unsustainable.

"I need lamb."

One morning, Lin Feng stood in the courtyard, watching the rising sun, and said to Qin Lan, who was assigning tasks.

Qin Lan stopped what she was doing, somewhat puzzled: "Lamb? The sheep around here are very wary, and... those giant black sheep look very difficult to deal with."

She had glimpsed those giant wild sheep, all black in color and almost the size of calves, running like a black whirlwind, full of wild power.

Lin Feng's gaze was indifferent: "I know they are difficult to deal with. But that's precisely why their meat is more delicious and their yield is greater. Moreover, if we can successfully raise them in captivity, they will be a stable source of meat and fur for me for a long time to come."

Qin Lan understood Lin Feng's deeper meaning.

For shelters to develop, they must have a more reliable food supply.

She nodded: "When do you plan to take action? What preparations do you need us to make?"

"Let's go today."

Lin Feng said, "You all stay here and don't touch my things. I only need to take the horse and the dog."

He looked toward the stable, where White Moonlight was leisurely swishing its tail, while White Emerald was chewing on hay.

"I will have Su Wanqing prepare some wound medicine and clean strips of cloth, just in case."

Qin Lan thoughtfully added, "Although Lin Feng is powerful, no amount of preparation is excessive when facing the unknown wilderness."

Lin Feng nodded without saying anything.

After a simple breakfast, Lin Feng began his preparations.

He carefully inspected the horse's saddle and horseshoes. The White Moonlight was exceptionally fine and was his first choice for long-distance runs and pursuits.

White jadeite is more robust and durable, making it suitable for carrying supplies and dragging prey.

He chose the strongest lasso, woven from a mixture of saber-toothed tiger tendons and tough vines, strong enough to trap a fully grown black giant sheep.

Several rolls of spare rope, a sharp dagger, a short-handled hand axe, as well as his composite bow and quiver, were all hanging on either side of the saddle.

Wangcai was already wagging its tail excitedly.

The four valiant wolves behind it were also poised to pounce, their eyes filled with a desire for the hunt.

"Mr. Lin, please be careful."

As Lin Feng led the two horses and the pack of dogs, preparing to set off.

Su Wanqing handed over a small animal skin package containing carefully prepared herbs and bandages.

There was a hint of worry in her eyes. This once high-profile actress had become more humane after being tempered in the wilderness.

Lin Feng took the package, nodded, and without saying anything, hopped onto the White Moonlight.

White Jade followed beside him, led by a rein.

"Wangcai, let's go!"

At a command, Wangcai growled and darted out of the wall first, followed closely by the four hunting dogs, which shot off into the distance like arrows.

Lin Feng lightly squeezed the horse's flanks with his legs, and White Moonlight let out a clear neigh, striding off towards the direction of the rising sun.

Red Lightning followed effortlessly.

Their target is the rolling hills in the east.

According to Lin Feng's previous observations, the area was relatively lush with water and grass, making it a frequent haunt of black giant sheep.