Qingchen went to find the cat-beastman.
Shen Miao watched him walk slowly but with firm steps, and she couldn't help but call out, "Qingchen, you have trouble walking, you don't have to go."
Qingchen didn't turn around, he just waved his hand.
Shen Miao knew that this orc had a strange sense of mission towards the tribe, and he would never agree to stay at home during such a dangerous time.
That's how responsible the main villain is.
The tribe knew that the Bloodworm Clan was about to invade, and the orcs were filled with fear. They gathered together, some saying they should leave immediately and flee to other places, others saying they should go out and hide, but most orcs refused to go anywhere and insisted on staying in the tribe.
Everyone was arguing and didn't know what to do.
Those in the tribe with strong fighting abilities had already gone outside with Qingchen and the cat beastmen to build defensive fortifications. Those who remained were either not very capable or had physical disabilities; in short, they were the elderly, weak, women, and children.
Looking at the worried faces of the orcs, Shen Miao stepped forward and said, "Don't be afraid, everyone. As long as we are prepared, we will definitely be able to get through this."
All the beastmen looked at Shen Miao.
At this moment, they desperately needed a pillar of support, but the fact that this person was Shen Miao made their expressions somewhat subtle.
One of the orcs couldn't help but ask, "Shen Miao, you make it sound so easy. How are we going to prepare? The Bloodworm Clan is so powerful that we can't defend against them at all. We might be attacked out of nowhere while we're walking or out hunting."
Seemingly recalling that scene, the orcs shuddered.
It seems the Bloodworm Clan has left a deep psychological scar on everyone.
Shen Miao stroked her chin, lost in thought.
"Then let's not go out. Let's stay in the tribe for now, so the Bloodworms can't attack us," Shen Miao suggested.
One of the female beasts scoffed, saying dismissively, "I thought you could come up with some good ideas, but you're just so stupid. If we don't go out, what will we eat and drink? We'll just die anyway."
Everyone agreed, with some saying that if starving to death was the same as dying anyway, they would rather risk going out hunting.
Shen Miao smiled slightly and said calmly, "Why do we have to go hunting during dangerous times? We can store food."
The orcs looked at each other in bewilderment.
A timid female animal, as if grasping at a straw, weakly asked, "Can it really store food?"
Another orc immediately retorted, "How could that be? Don't be so naive. Food can only be stored during the snowy season. Don't you see the weather now? Food won't last long before it spoils."
Yes, that's right.
Her reminder made everyone realize what was happening, and they all looked up at the sun in the sky, their faces showing even more worry.
Shen Miao slowly spoke: "It's not necessary to store food during the snowy season. The reason you don't know how to store food is because you're using the wrong methods. I can teach you a way."
Hearing her speak with such conviction, the beastmen couldn't help but feel hopeful.
Shen Miao's crimson lips uttered a few words: "My solution is to dig a cellar."
The beastmen didn't know what a cellar was, but that didn't matter. Shen Miao only needed to teach one of them, and then the others could come and see, and everyone would know how to dig one.
The tribe began to get busy in a flurry of activity.
Led by Qingchen, the male beasts built defensive fortifications outside the tribe. Inside the tribe, Shenmiao was also leading the elderly, women, and children to dig cellars and store food, keeping them extremely busy.
Shen Miao also taught them to salt the meat, then dry it in the sun to make cured meat, and then store it in the cellar so that it could be preserved for a long time without spoiling.
After trying it, everyone thought it was a great method and followed suit.
Shen Miao also took out the food stored in her space and distributed it to some beastmen families who didn't have much food left. Many beastmen received it and were very grateful to Shen Miao.
Shen Miao also dug a cellar in her own home, which stored a lot of things. In fact, she didn't need to dig a cellar at all, because she had her own space. However, the cellar made it possible for her to take things out openly and legitimately in the future.
Because Qingchen and the others were busy with construction and didn't have time to go back for meals, they only had a quick and easy meal each day. So, during a break from her busy schedule, Shen Miao made some cured meat and sent it to them.
The fragrant cured meat paired with flatbread is simply divine; even the rough and tough male animals can appreciate the deliciousness of the food.
Shen Miao brought a limited amount of cured meat, so not many beastmen received any. Those who didn't get to taste it were desperately swallowing their saliva. Shen Miao found it somewhat amusing; she knew that no one could resist the allure of cured meat.
The cat-beastman ate a bite of cured meat and a bite of flatbread, praising Shen Miao as he ate, giving her a thumbs up: "Shen Miao is really amazing, she can do everything. To be honest, Qing Chen is so lucky to have married you."
Qingchen was also eating cured meat when he heard this, and coughed, almost choking.
Da Bao quickly and considerately offered Qing Chen a bamboo tube, and Qing Chen drank a few sips before feeling better.
The cat-beastman looked on with envy, patted Qingchen on the shoulder, and said, "Brother, you're amazing. The female beast is capable, and the little cub is sensible. Tsk tsk, you're a true winner in life."
"It's nothing special," Qingchen said casually, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up slightly.
Shen Miao looked at him with a half-smile, then suddenly leaned closer and asked softly, "Do you think I'm not good enough?"
Qingchen was startled and quickly leaned back.
Shen Miao had already stepped aside and was helping the children clean up the dishes when she called out, "Let's go, let's go back."
The children followed behind, also calling out, "Let's go back."
Qingchen looked at Shen Miao's retreating figure and shook his head helplessly.
He realized that Shen Miao's inherent wickedness was simply her true nature, and this nature would surface and cause trouble at any time.
It's simply impossible to guard against.
Here, Shen Miao led the children home. The children jumped and skipped around, showing no sign of panic or fear, as if the Bloodworm Clan's attack on the tribe had no impact on them whatsoever.
Sanbao kept pestering Shen Miao: "Mother, how do you make that cured meat?"
This little rascal is a real foodie, he's very particular about food. After Shen Miao made cured meat for them a few times, he fell in love with it and wanted to learn how to make it himself.
Shen Miao smiled and said, "Sanbao wants to learn how to make cured meat?"
"Mmm." Sanbao nodded vigorously.
The other children chimed in, "We want to learn too, Mother."
Shen Miao clapped her hands and said, "Alright, then Mother will teach you all together. You all have to study hard."
Cured pork is actually very easy to make. Just salt it, then sun-dry it or roast it over a fire until it's almost done. Whenever you want some, cut off a thin slice and stir-fry it with garlic sprouts—it'll make your mouth water!
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