| GB | Spring | 98
The sky was still dark, and sporadic fires lit up Fantasy Land. Most orcs were already up at this time.
This winter was not easier than previous ones. Although it was quite tough, it was all for the sake of living more comfortably soon. The orcs were willing, without a single complaint.
The room was filled with the warmth of burning charcoal. Yu Bai had just crawled out of the blanket but quickly retreated back, half his face hidden in the fluffy fur blanket.
With a glance, he stretched out his legs, slowly hooking out the robe placed at his feet and putting it on.
Winter clothes were cold, so Huo Duo'er had preemptively folded Yu Bai's clothes inside the fur blanket. When he woke up, he could put them on and stay warm.
This method was taught by Yu Bai in the past, and every year when it got cold, Huo Duo'er would remember to do this.
Recalling the other's thoughtful actions, a smile appeared on Yu Bai's lips. After putting on his shoes and socks, he had just taken a few steps when he encountered Huo Duo'er, who was bringing water into the room.
Yu Bai's waist was still sore, so he walked slowly. After brushing his teeth with a powder made from a plant similar to mint leaves, he noticed Huo Duo'er wringing out a piece of linen soaked in warm water. Tipping his head back, he allowed the other to wipe his face.
After his face was cleaned, Huo Duo'er placed his palms on Yu Bai's waist and hips, gently massaging them.
Yu Bai blushed.
Huo Duo'er: "Still uncomfortable?"
He shook his head.
Although they had rested late into the night, he felt quite energetic. If he got tired during the day, he could always come back for a nap, so it wouldn't be a problem.
Huo Duo'er held his hand and then brought in a bowl of wild yam porridge from the kitchen, along with two boiled pig eggs.
Man and Ze had hunted quite a bit of prey over the past half month, most of which had been handed over to A’Xin to raise.
The domesticated hens laid eggs every few days. A’Xin had collected two large baskets and gave a whole basket to Huo Duo'er.
Unlike orcs, who were fond of meat, Yu Bai usually preferred light and nutritious foods.
Foods like eggs, fish, and vegetables, which were light and nutritious, suited him well. Moreover, his stomach was quite sensitive, so he couldn't handle overly greasy or heavy foods.
Yu Bai silently ate the wild yam porridge, and a peeled boiled egg appeared in his hand.
Watching him slowly bite into the egg white, Huo Duo'er grabbed one of his hands and placed it on his leg, rubbing it. Feeling the calluses on Yu Bai's fingertips, the orc's eyes dimmed with sadness.
These hands had once been soft and delicate, but after nearly two months of continuous work, they had developed several thin calluses.
"Bai, you've been working hard these days."
Yu Bai's fingertips brushed against Huo Duo'er's palm, and he fed the yolk to him.
Huo Duo'er opened his mouth, swallowing it in one gulp. His large Adam's apple bobbed, and he nearly choked.
Yu Bai suppressed a laugh and pushed the bowl of water toward him.
The eggs in the orc world were larger than his fist, and usually, one was enough to fill him up.
He licked his lips slightly, leaned in, and pressed his moist lips against the orc's slightly rough cheek.
"Don't say such things. I'm happy to do my part with you all, truly."
Huo Duo'er grunted deeply, tightened his grip on Yu Bai's hand, and looking at the wild yam porridge, he silently resolved to find rice and salt stones as soon as possible.
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After breakfast, Yu Bai went back to his room for a nap. By midday, he ate the warm food Huo Duo'er had left on the stove, dressed, and went out with a basket on his back.
The little wolf followed him, and soon they reached the gathering area where Li and several other sub-female orcs were.
"Bai, why did you come?"
"Chief said you needed to rest today, so we didn't wait for you. It's too cold here, you should go back first."
Yu Bai untied the bone knife at his waist: "It's fine, I'll just stretch my legs and go back soon."
This "soon" turned out to be two hours later.
Under the gloomy sky, Yu Bai was surrounded by Li and the other sub-female orcs as they walked back to the square.
Li looked around curiously: "Are those the orcs captured from Huangyuan? They look so thin..."
Da He, Xiao He, and A’Lie, along with a group of mountain lynx orcs, were working in the square. Yu Bai saw Xiu and walked over to ask.
"Why are the mountain lynx orcs working?"
Xiu crossed his arms: "They came on their own, and we couldn't drive them away."
He continued, "Those orcs are physically strong, and their wounds have been treated with medicine. With some food, they'll recover quickly. Bai, there's no need to worry too much about them."
Xiao He, who was carrying wood, saw Yu Bai and her face lit up with joy. However, due to the presence of the towering giant Xiu, she whispered, "Priest Bai..."
The group of mountain lynx orcs, led by A’Lie, also noticed and one after another called out to Yu Bai, "Priest Bai!"
Yu Bai approached, "Are your wounds no longer painful?"
A’Lie replied, "After taking the medicine, it's much better. These injuries are nothing to us. Seeing Da He and Xiao He out working, we couldn't just sit idle."
They had been doing heavy labor day and night in the Huangyuan Tribe and receiving only a small portion of food, it was barely enough to fill their stomachs with coarse meals.
But upon arriving in Fantasy Land, they hadn't worked for two consecutive days and yet were able to eat hot roasted wild potatoes and even got a share of greasy roasted meat.
The mountain lynx orcs couldn't believe such good fortune and couldn't sit still, so they rushed out to work.
Yu Bai said, "You can wait until your injuries are healed before joining in. The tribe won't give you food for free every day. Once you've recovered, you can contribute more effort in exchange for it."
A’Lie gritted his teeth, suddenly knelt down, and kowtowed directly.
"Priest Bai, I beg you, save my people from the Huangyuan Tribe! We are willing to join Fantasy Land. As long as we can escape Huangyuan, we are willing to do anything you ask!"
Yu Bai pondered, "This matter is not within my authority to decide. I need to consult with Huo... that is, the chief."
The mountain lynx orcs felt blessed by the Orc God to have encountered the Priest Bai. Although their request hadn't received a clear answer, at this moment, they felt a glimmer of hope.
Compared to the mountain lynx orcs, the Huangyuan warriors captured in Fantasy Land were much worse off.
They were forced to do heavy labor before dawn every day. Although it was exhausting, fortunately, the orcs guarding them weren't completely heartless, at least allowing them to have a full meal and providing shelters that could protect them from wind and rain.
The Yuan orc patted his chest, "Our priest is benevolent, a gift from the Orc God to the tribe. He hasn't let you suffer, so you should be grateful to him!"
The Huangyuan warriors thought of the slaves imprisoned in their territory and couldn't help but feel a sense of dread.
With nearly a hundred additional laborers, the first row of houses in the residential area was completed before spring.
The temporary wooden house where Yu Bai and Huo Duo'er were living was quite good. Their intention was to let the orcs crowded in the large shed move in first. But as soon as they mentioned it, several orc leaders refused.
Ze said, "Big Huo, Bai, since you are the most important figures in the tribe, you should move into the new house first."
As the chief and priest, it was necessary to accept the best resources of the tribe to establish authority.
Huo Duo'er understood Ze's concerns. Since he had taken the position of chief, he had to shoulder certain responsibilities.
"I will take Bai to move in tomorrow."
Seeing this, Yu Bai had no choice but to comply.
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As spring approached, with the first spring rain falling, Yu Bai and Huo Duo'er moved into their new house.
There wasn't much furniture, but it was clean and simple. The earthen floor was compacted, covered with a layer of wooden flooring, and topped with animal fur rugs.
At this moment, Yu Bai looked at the rain outside the eaves, thinking that it was almost the New Year's Eve, and pulled Huo Duo'er to discuss.
"In a couple of days, it will be the New Year's festival in Fantasy Land. What do you think?"
Huo Duo'er asked, "New Year's festival?"
Feeling the slightly cool palm of his beast companion, Huo Duo'er pulled the person onto his lap to sit securely.
Yu Bai smiled warmly, "Yes, we can celebrate the arrival of the New Year, worship heaven and earth, and pray for a year of favorable weather and bountiful harvests."
Huo Duo'er agreed without hesitation.
"Bai, is this the will of the Orc God?" he asked.
Yu Bai replied, "Hmm..."
Huo Duo'er's eyes flickered, and he carried Yu Bai towards the prepared bed.
"Then, has the Orc God given any new instructions, such as..." His large hand gently touched Yu Bai's stomach, "When our cub will come out here?”
Spring had arrived, and they had moved into a new home. Life had temporarily returned to stability. Huo Duo'er pressed Yu Bai into his embrace, his throat rumbling as he thrust in.
TL: Ahem, I wasn’t expecting that dirty talk at the end lol our ML has truly evolved.
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