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The sky was overcast, with intermittent drizzles floating in the air. Yu Bai was whispering quietly with Huo Duo'er at the courtyard gate.
The joint sneak attack by the Brown Tribe and the Yao Tribe on the settlement had happened a few days ago.
Huo Duo'er had led his people back in time to defend, so the casualties among the Yuan Tribe orcs were not severe. However, there were multiple signs of destruction in the square and the outer city grounds. Apart from treating the wounded, the chief had been leading the reconstruction of the damaged facilities these past few days.
In addition to the Yuan Tribe, the smaller tribes living in the surrounding areas had also spontaneously formed defensive teams. The successful repulsion of the attackers was largely thanks to their cooperation.
Many orcs from the foreign tribes had sustained injuries. Yu Bai had taken a few helpers to treat them, while Mian led another group of female orcs to tend to the wounded within the tribe.
In short, the attacked settlement was gradually recovering under stable order.
Huo Duo'er crouched halfway, his palm gently caressing Yu Bai's cheek.
"You've worked hard, Bai."
Yu Bai smiled softly and shook his head.
"It's not too tiring with the others helping."
As he spoke, he wrapped his arms around Huo Duo'er's neck, his soft cheek pressing against the orc's broad shoulder and back.
"I'll be back before evening. It's you who's been coming home after dark these past few days."
The damaged areas were being rebuilt step by step, and the defensive structures at the edge of the territory also needed repairs. Huo Duo'er had been leading patrols every day, reinforcing and rebuilding.
After a moment of tenderness at the gate, the sky was about to brighten.
Huo Duo'er picked up a bamboo hat and placed it on Yu Bai's head, then grabbed a burlap bag.
Yu Bai turned around, and though neither spoke, one was focused while the other was obedient, sharing an indescribable tacit understanding.
Yu Bai cooperatively spread his arms, and like putting on a backpack, Huo Duo'er threaded the straps of the burlap bag through his shoulders, adjusted the hair under the hat, and even walked him part of the way.
"Alright, this is far enough."
Yu Bai broke free from the large hand holding his. He and Huo Duo'er were heading in different directions, and both had their own tasks to attend to, so there was no need for the other to escort him out of the city.
The gate of a nearby courtyard was opened by an orc, who chuckled, "Big Huo and Bai have such a good relationship!"
Even separating for a short while made them clingy, giving him goosebumps, but also a strange sense of envy.
Many orcs formed bonds for the sake of reproduction and living together and not necessarily out of deep affection. If one died, the other would often find someone else, though there were a few who didn't, but such orcs were rare.
Yu Bai's ears warmed, and he tightened the straps of the burlap bag, running a few steps ahead and waving to Huo Duo'er, "I'm off."
The little wolf crouched on the ground also ran briskly alongside him, howling as the sky brightened.
—
Facing the cool, fine rain, Yu Bai set up a tent with animal skins in an open area to conduct his consultations.
The orcs from the small tribes lined up orderly. Those who tried to cut in line were met with a gentle but firm gaze from Yu Bai. Though he didn't scold them, the orcs who were stared at instinctively stepped back, scratching the back of their heads, their dark faces flushing with embarrassment, and their ears quietly heating up.
The little wolf raised its neck and howled, squatting on the ground, its blue eyes emitting a fierce light.
Whoever doesn't listen to Bai will get bitten~!
The foreign orcs widened their eyes, unable to believe that this yak wolf was so obedient, and they all behaved themselves.
Yu Bai bandaged the leg injury of a male orc who had been stabbed by a wooden spear while defending against the Brown Tribe's sneak attack.
The orcs of the small tribe were usually hired by the Yuan Clan to cultivate the fields or to join their hunting parties. This not only ensured their safety but also allowed them to pick up some benefits by following the Yuan Clan.
All they sought was a peaceful lifestyle, free from the threat of being swallowed up by larger tribes. They were content as long as they could have two meals a day and live in houses that could shelter them from the wind and rain.
This time, they dared to stand up against the Brown Clan, fearing that the place they had lived peacefully for a year would be destroyed.
After successfully defending themselves, their morale soared. No one had expected that such a weak tribe could actually defeat a larger one.
An orc with a leg injury, his voice trembling, said, "I never thought there would be a priest who could heal our wounds..."
Small tribes didn't even have priests, let alone witch doctors. When injured, they would use charcoal ash or pluck some grass from around them, crush it, and apply it to the wound. Regardless of whether the remedy was effective, it at least provided some psychological comfort.
Yu Bai looked at the male orc with red eyes and said, "If you are willing, I can arrange for some of your people to attend my classes."
The male orc: "Huh?"
He explained kindly, "Every seven days, I teach in the hall next to the Yuam Tribe’s square. I teach everyone some common methods for treating external injuries and emergencies, and how to recognize medicinal herbs."
"Can... can we really learn that?"
Other clans would go to great lengths to keep their medical knowledge secret, but Yu Bai was openly teaching the legacy of the Beast God...
Yu Bai: "Yes, you can."
The male orc clenched his fists in excitement, trying to bend his injured leg to kneel in gratitude.
"There's no need for that..." Yu Bai raised his hand to stop him. There were still many orcs waiting to be bandaged, so he urged the male orc to go and rest first.
The orcs in line watched eagerly. They had all heard Yu Bai's offer to the male orc to arrange for some tribesmen to attend the classes. They were filled with envy but were too shy to speak up.
Yu Bai, feeling a bit embarrassed under their gaze, lowered his eyes slightly.
He said, "You can also arrange for some of your tribesmen to attend the classes."
Common knowledge was no longer a secret within the Yuan tribe, and most orcs could only learn some basic skills. Only Mian and a few experienced old orcs in the tribe had a deeper understanding and mastery of the subject.
Yu Bai taught only one class per week, and Mian and the old orcs would take turns teaching another class.
Orcs were accustomed to living by hunting, so few could persist in learning. Since the classes began, only about twenty or thirty orcs had consistently attended each week.
The rest only needed to follow orders, complete their hunting, farming, and fortification tasks.
This was also why many small tribes were willing to join the Yuan tribe. They lived on the outer edges of the Yuan tribe’s territory, forming a circle of small tribes.
In just one year, a defensive line had formed around the Yuan Tribe’s territory. If they were attacked by other medium or large beast tribes or wild animal groups, they could seek help from the Yuan Tribe and receive support.
After treating the orcs of the small tribes outside the territory for a few days and sending off the last patient, Yu Bai stretched and stood outside the shed, moving his limbs.
The orcs who hadn't gone far looked back at him with admiration in their eyes.
Yu Bai waved his arm at the dazed orcs, who scratched their heads and smiled foolishly, then left in unison.
In the evening, Yu Bai returned to the city and overheard the Yuan Tribe orcs working in the square chatting.
In recent days, the inner and outer cities of the Yuan Tribe had gradually returned to peace, but the Brown tribe and the Yao tribe were not faring as well.
On the day the Brown Tribe ambushed the Yuan Tribe, only Xiu and A’Liao from the Giant Tribe came to support. Man and A’Ming each led two squads to disrupt the Brown and Yao Tribes' settlements.
They infiltrated from the rear, manipulating the earth and rocks, turning the Brown Tribe's stronghold into a chaotic mess of flying sand and stones, darkening the sky.
Amid the chaos, they seized a batch of grain and animal hides from the Brown Tribe's large storage, and even set a fire.
Food is crucial for the orcs. The Brown Tribe warriors hurried to extinguish the fire, and by the time they managed to put it out, Man had already left with his tribe, carrying the grain, and met up with A’Ming at the agreed location before returning to their new territory.
After hearing this, Yu Bai smiled faintly and ruffled the little wolf's head.
"Let's go home."
The little wolf wagged its tail, with a small cloth bag from the two-legged creature hanging around its neck, and happily followed.
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In July, the tribe entered the rainy season.
Rain fell like beans, vigorously washing over the Yuan Tribe's settlement. The mountains and fields turned a fresh green, with puddles accumulating everywhere.
The river swelled, and many orcs took advantage of the weaker rain to collect shrimp, crabs, and river snails from the banks.
Originally, orcs didn't enjoy eating these things. Compared to wild boars, yaks, and cattle, they had less meat and a fishy taste.
But after learning from Yu Bai how to cook river delicacies, they became addicted to these less meaty river foods. When not hunting or farming, they would go to the river to catch fish and shrimp.
Most orcs couldn't swim, so during the rainy season when the river swelled, they would stand by the bank and wait for the river delicacies washed ashore by the current, tirelessly collecting them.
Water droplets dripped rhythmically from the eaves. Huo Duo'er returned from hunting, washed his hands, and quietly entered the house.
On the bed, a faint shadow was slightly raised.
Yu Bai had been busy for a while and had been catching up on sleep these past few days.
It rained at noon, and with the coolness and the lull of the rain, he slept deeply. Huo Duo'er walked to the bedside, sat down, and held his hand for a while without any sign of him waking up.
The little wolf playing in the water under the eaves followed into the house and was shooed into the yard by Huo Duo'er.
Then the door was closed, blocking the little wolf's scratching claws.
Huo Duo'er removed his linen shirt, pulled Yu Bai into his chest, and bent his long legs between Yu Bai's closed knees, fully embracing his orc mate as they fell asleep.
The afternoon slumber was interrupted by a clap of thunder. Yu Bai groggily opened his eyes, feeling a wet touch on his neck. He murmured, instinctively closing his knees, but they were pushed apart.
Huo Duo'er buried his head deep, his cheeks sinking forcefully.
Boom—
Another thunderclap rang out.
Taking advantage of Yu Bai's daze, Huo Duo'er leaned over again, his lips and tongue warm, continuously kissing.
Yu Bai blushed and pushed slightly, only to hear Huo Duo'er swallow and murmur, "Bai, Bai..."
Yu Bai's knees spread wider. He touched Huo Duo'er's prominent Adam's apple and suddenly struggled to turn over.
The young man, with red ears and eyes, bent his ankles back and slowly slid down.
Huo Duo'er held him tightly, growling in his throat.
Yu Bai trembled all over, his wet eyelashes fluttering.
He watched as his belly swelled up, quite exaggeratedly.
He wanted to press it down with his hand, but it bounced back exaggeratedly.
The rain, which had paused, gradually intensified. Huo Duo'er picked up his sweaty orc mate and stood by the window.
The little wolf, hearing the thumping sounds, walked to the spot behind the window. The animal curtain fell, blocking the view of the two-legged creatures inside, but the sounds of impact were clearly audible.
Seeing Yu Bai about to slip, Huo Duo'er supported him with his arm, fully enveloping him in his embrace.
Yu Bai murmured, "I;m tired..."
Huo Duo'er carried him back to the bed, adjusting the angle slightly. Yu Bai tilted his neck and let out a pitiful cry.
His tears were quickly licked away. Although Huo Duo'er felt sorry for him, he had been too busy recently, and his hips were unable to stop moving.
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