Chapter 27 I Became a Beast God in the Beast World (17)
As night deepened, the light of the campfire danced across the plain, dispelling the darkness, but unable to dispel the excitement and awe that filled the air.
Shi Zhan had no more doubts about Zhou Jue's identity as a divine messenger; he was almost fanatically devout.
He suddenly remembered that the divine messenger had previously asked them to trade with other tribes, including things like salt and fruit, but the tribe warriors hadn't exchanged the fruit they needed. So he immediately sprang into action: "Divine messenger, please wait a moment! I'll go and gather the fruit you need right away!"
He turned and growled at the strongest lion warriors, who immediately obeyed and, carrying the supplies stored by the giant lion tribe, marched menacingly toward the camps of other tribes.
The orcs from the Red Monkey Tribe and the Iron Wall Ape Tribe were just about to rest when they were startled by this spectacle.
When they saw that it was warriors from the Giant Lion Tribe who had come to trade, and that they specifically requested various exotic fruits, they were somewhat puzzled. But they didn't need to be negligent, and each brought out their tribe's most treasured stock for a fair trade.
The Ironclaw Wolf tribe, on the other hand, wanted to take advantage of the chaos.
"Do you want to break the rules of the Moonlight Gathering?" a giant lion warrior roared.
“Stone Tooth is joking. The Moonlight Gathering is all about voluntariness. I think our Ice Crystal Fruit is worth this much meat. If you’re not willing, then we won’t exchange it,” Wolf Fang, the leader of the Iron Claw Wolf Warriors, said unhurriedly.
The Red Monkey Tribe and the Iron Wall Ape Tribe didn't want to cause trouble, but they weren't afraid. If a fight broke out, it was hard to say who would win!
"you!"
"Alright, didn't you guys always want the Yangyan Fruit? How about we trade one Yangyan Fruit for two Ice Crystal Fruits?" Shi Zhan arrived with the Yangyan Fruit.
Wolf Fang was very tempted. The cold season was coming soon, and the Yangyan Fruit could help the females and cubs of their tribe survive better. Before the cold season, one Yangyan Fruit could be exchanged for five Ice Crystal Fruits, and their tribe's Ice Crystal Fruits were almost ripe.
"Chief Shi, you're too kind. It's settled then. How much would you like to exchange?"
Shi Zhan traded all eight of the last Yangyan Fruits he brought.
Then the warriors were sent to other medium-sized tribes to see if there were any other types of fruit to trade.
Soon, fruits of various colors and shapes were presented to Zhou Jue.
There are "Ice Crystal Fruits" that are completely black and exude a faint chill; there are "Stone Heart Fruits" with skin as rough as rocks but sweet flesh; there are "Moonlight Fruits" that emit a faint light, like luminous pearls; and there is also a slender variety called "Fire Chili" that tastes slightly spicy.
"My lord, these are all the special fruits we could obtain. Are you satisfied?" Shi Zhan asked respectfully.
Looking at the dazzling array of fruits before him, Zhou Jue took out the Yangyan Fruit from the Starry Sky Secret Box and said to the system in his mind, "System, start testing, start collecting."
[Received! Sample analysis in progress...]
[Ding! Yangyan Fruit contains trace amounts of fire-type energy, which can increase system energy by 1%, up to a maximum of 2%]
[Ding! Ice Crystal Fruit, containing trace amounts of ice-type energy, can increase system energy by 1%, up to a maximum of 2%]
[Ding! Stone Heart Fruit, containing trace amounts of earth-elemental energy, can increase system energy by 1%, up to a maximum of 2%]
[Ding! Moonlight Fruit contains trace amounts of light-based energy, which can increase system energy by 3%, up to a maximum of 6%]
[Ding! Fire Chili Pepper contains trace amounts of fire-type energy, which can increase system energy by 0.5%, up to a maximum of 1%]
Although the energy added individually is not much, the variety of types makes up for it, and little by little, it adds up.
Zhou Jue opened the task panel and took a look.
Current energy reserves: 21%
[Time remaining until returning to (Blue Star): 2 days, 8 hours, 26 minutes, and 39 seconds]
He opened the body data panel again. That's right, Zhou Jue had already unlocked the body data function after frantically collecting data in the Rabbit Beast Tribe.
[Host: Zhou Jue (female)]
Age: 26
Height: 168cm
Weight: 106 jin (approximately 58 catties)
Physical fitness: 56 (average person 50)
[Mental Strength: 2687 (500 for an average person)]
[Weapon: Lava Spine Boundary-Breaking Shovel]
Skills: Photographic memory, herbal processing techniques, weaving skills, ritual dance (can communicate with deities), and surgical proficiency.
Zhou Jue nodded in satisfaction. Apart from being a bit weak, everything else was alright. She planned to find an opportunity to eat one of these special fruits to see if it could improve her physical fitness.
After doing all this, Zhou Jue called Xiao Bai aside to a secluded spot.
A cool night breeze ruffled Xiao Bai's soft white fur. He looked at Zhou Jue with some unease, wondering what important matter Lord Wu wanted to discuss with him so late at night.
“Xiao Bai.” Zhou Jue’s expression was more serious than ever before.
“Master Wu, I’m here.” Xiao Bai immediately stood up straight.
“I have something very important to tell you, but you must promise not to tell any of your tribe members, including Benyue and Greyear.”
Seeing Zhou Jue's solemn expression, Xiao Bai's heart skipped a beat. He nodded vigorously: "I promise!"
Zhou Jue took a deep breath and slowly said, "I have received a decree from the Beast God, and I must leave."
"Leave?" Xiao Bai's mind went blank. He stared at Zhou Jue, seemingly not understanding what those two words meant.
“Yes, leave.” Zhou Jue repeated, “Return to the Divine Realm.”
"No! You can't!" Xiaobai reacted instantly, her emotions surging, her voice trembling with tears: "Master Witch! You can't leave! The tribe can't be without you! We...we all need you!"
His eyes instantly reddened, overwhelmed by immense fear and unease. Was the rabbit-beast tribe, which had finally found a glimmer of light, about to plunge back into darkness?
“This is the Beast God’s order, and I cannot disobey it.” Zhou Jue looked at his panicked appearance, his voice softening and reassuring: “My departure is not to abandon you. I have simply completed my mission and need to return to report.”
"But...but what will we do if you leave? The Iron Claw Wolf Tribe won't let us go! Those powerful tribes will still bully us!" Xiaobai's voice was filled with despair.
“That’s why I need to talk to you alone.” Zhou Jue pressed down on his shoulder, forcing him to look into his eyes: “After I leave, you will become the new shaman of the Rabbit Beast Tribe.”
"Me?" Xiaobai's eyes widened suddenly, pointing at herself in disbelief: "I can't! I can't do it! I can't do anything!"
"You will." Zhou Jue's tone left no room for doubt.
"You've mastered the sacrificial dance the best. You also know about the alliance I made with the Giant Lion Tribe. I'll tell you everything you need to be careful about. Little White, you must believe in yourself, and even more so, believe in me and in the choice of the Beast God."
Looking at the still frightened Xiaobai, she continued, "Remember, our tribe is no longer the same as before. We have sweet potatoes, baskets, and dried meat. Most importantly, we have the protection of the Giant Lion Tribe. The first thing you must do after I leave is to lead your people to fully integrate into the territory of the Giant Lion Tribe, learn from their strength, use our wisdom to help them, and become true partners with them."
“You must tell your people that I have not disappeared, but have returned to the side of the Beast God, watching over them from the divine realm. The sacrificial dances must not cease; they are the bridge between you and the Beast God. As long as you are devout, the glory of the Beast God will forever envelop the Rabbit Beast Tribe. Perhaps, sensing your call, I will descend once more in place of the Beast God.”
Zhou Jue's words were like bolts of lightning, cleaving through the chaos in Xiao Bai's mind.
Although he was still afraid, there was a hint of bewildered determination in his eyes.
"Can...can I really do it?"
“You can do it.” Zhou Jue gave him an affirmative smile.
"From now on, you must learn to think like a shaman. Don't be afraid, be bold. I will pave all the way for you."
That night, Zhou Jue imparted all his knowledge to Xiao Bai, explaining in detail his plans for the tribe's development after his departure, as well as his techniques for getting along with the Giant Lion Tribe.
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking.
The orcs throughout the market were awakened by a huge commotion.
Shi Zhan personally led the lion warriors, escorting Zhou Jue and Xiao Bai, and marched in a grand procession toward the rabbit beast tribe.
The procession looked as if they were welcoming a king.
All the orcs were stunned by this scene.
"They're back! They're back!" Benyue and several warriors shouted happily as they saw Wu and Xiaobai return at the entrance of the Rabbit Beast Tribe.
The orcs of the Rabbit Beast Tribe were first shocked, then overjoyed, when they saw Zhou Jue and Xiao Bai being escorted back in such a grand manner.
When Zhou Jue announced that, under the guidance of the Divine Envoy, the Rabbit Beast Tribe would relocate to the territory of the Giant Lion Tribe, the entire tribe was in an uproar!
"Great! We don't have to be afraid anymore!"
"Thank you, Lord Wu! Thank you, Divine Envoy!"
The old clan chief and Grey Ear were so moved that tears welled up in their eyes. They immediately organized the clansmen to start packing up their few remaining belongings.
"Master Wu, what should we do with this patch of sweet potatoes?" Benyue looked at the lush green vines with some reluctance.
Zhou Jue looked at Shi Zhan: "Chief Shi Zhan, this land is of vital importance to our tribe. I hope that it can receive the protection of the Giant Lion Tribe before it matures."
"The divine messenger's command is our duty!" Shi Zhan immediately patted his chest and assured him, "I will send a squad of warriors to guard this place until your sacred artifact matures!"
With Shi Zhan's guarantee, there was no more to worry about.
With the help of the warriors of the Giant Lion Tribe, the beastmen of the Rabbit Beast Tribe embarked on the most important migration in their history. Heads held high, their eyes filled with hope for the future, they marched toward the powerful land that could provide them with refuge.
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