In the clearing today, Ye Duo’s Father and Amu were weeping their hearts out in sorrow.
Even Wu Yue, who rarely interacted with them because of Ye Duo, couldn’t help but feel a pang of sadness as she saw how they seed to have aged decades in an instant.
Just then, the Clan Leader’s voice ca from the side. "Wu Yue, once you’ve finished brewing the witch dicine, leave the rest to them. You and Yuan Lang will co with to the altar later."
Wu Yue looked behind him and saw that it was Shi Lin’s Amu and the Amu of another Half beastman Warrior. She imdiately nodded. "That would be for the best. With their Amus to care for them, I’m sure they’ll recover more quickly."
Upon hearing this, the two won couldn’t help but break into grateful smiles.
’If it weren’t for Wu Yue today, their cubs would have long since gone to see the Beast God.’
The two stone pots were already emitting a thick, bitter sll. Wu Yue, her expression serene, lifted the large leaves covering them. A ball of witch power from her hand dropped into one of the stone pots, like a splash of water.
The bitter sll instantly dissipated, replaced by a faint, fresh aroma.
It was the first ti any of them had seen witch dicine being made, and they couldn’t help but be stunned by the magical sight.
Handing each of the won a stone bowl, Wu Yue instructed, "The witch dicine is ready. This is enough for two doses. Give them one now and another at noon. I’ll brew this afternoon’s dicine when I get back."
The two won nodded solemnly. "Yes."
"You can leave it to them now. Let’s go."
The Clan Leader’s expression was grim, so the two of them said nothing more, simply following quietly behind him.
When they arrived at the clearing before the altar, many Beastn and Half beastman Warriors were already waiting there.
Upon seeing the Clan Leader and Wu Yue, they all greeted them in unison.
The Clan Leader faced the crowd, his expression dark. "You all saw what happened today. A strange Beastman broke into our tribe and nearly killed two of our Half beastman Warriors.
"And yet we, who have always considered ourselves powerful, were completely unaware."
As the Clan Leader finished speaking, all the Beastn and Half beastman Warriors lowered their heads in sha.
"Therefore, starting today, all patrol teams will be reinforced with two additional Beastman Warriors."
Then, he looked toward Bai Qi, who stood at the front of the Beastn. "Bai Qi, you will assign the patrol duties later."
Bai Qi nodded gravely. "Understood."
"The territory patrols and the Hunting Teams are to search for any trace of Ye Duo. If you find anything, send word back imdiately. If..."
He heaved a heavy sigh. "If Ye Duo has been summoned by the Beast God, bring her body back."
After a mont of silence, the assembled Beastn and Half beastman Warriors all acknowledged the order.
Once the arrangents were made, the Clan Leader dismissed the Beastn and Half beastman Warriors.
He turned to Wu Yue at his side, a bitter smile on his face. "Wu Yue, your identity as a witch has been exposed. This is very dangerous for you."
"Clan Leader, are you worried that the other three tribes will co to kill ?"
Wu Yue asked calmly.
’This was to be expected. No tribe wants a much more powerful tribe to erge right next to them. That would be a threat.’
"There are threats even more dangerous than them."
A wizened voice suddenly spoke from behind them. Wu Yue, the Clan Leader, and Yuan Lang turned to see that it was the witch.
The witch glanced at them, walked straight to the altar, and sat down on the first step.
"You little ones only know of the Polar Forest. You don’t realize that our Polar Forest is but a tiny part of this Senluo Continent."
He looked up at the sky. "Beyond the Polar Forest, there are several other regions just like it that we know of. And they all have very powerful tribes.
"Our four tribes have been in contact with them for a very long ti."
He turned to Yuan Lang. "When you went to trade for salt, you must have passed through those tribes and their territories, right?"
Yuan Lang pursed his lips and nodded. "Yes."
The witch sneered. "You only know that those tribes don’t give you salt traders any trouble. You have no idea what price the Polar Forest pays each year to ensure your safety."
Yuan Lang’s gaze was deep as he looked at the witch. "Is it Fierce Beast Crystal Cores?"
The witch gave him an appreciative look. "That’s right. We must offer them a certain number of Fierce Beast Crystal Cores as tribute. Only then will they guarantee they won’t rob or kill you.
"But a few days ago, the Clan Leader of the Flying Eagle Tribe brought a ssage. The tribute they demand has increased once again.
"So, Yue..."
His aged face was grimly serious. "The ones who most want you dead aren’t the tribes inside the Polar Forest, but the ones outside of it. They’re no longer content to simply trade with us for Fierce Beast Crystal Cores."
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