Although the sky is still gloomy, on the mountains in the west, you can already see the faint shadow of the sunset and the sparse blue sky.
A cold winter rain has finally ended.
The riverbanks in the valley are also much drier than in the morning.
More than a dozen wooden frames used for slaughtering wild animals at noon are still standing on the river beach, and some women are cleaning the stretched animal skins.
Several piles of bonfires were not extinguished, and there was green smoke rising into the sky, making this primitive and peaceful valley a little more lively.
A lot of animal meat was roasting on the wooden frame of the fire, and a strong aroma of barbecue filled the entire valley.
Near the cave, hundreds of people, men, women, old and young, are looking forward to it.
The young witch was wrapped in a soft and thick animal skin, holding up a thick and long scepter, and was surrounded by the tribe members like stars holding the moon. At this time, everyone was looking towards the mouth of the valley.
Every day before and after the sun sets, men who go out hunting must return on time, otherwise they may be in danger.
But today, what they were anxiously waiting for was not their tribesmen and men, but a group of uninvited guests who suddenly broke into their lives.
The witch was very nervous, holding the staff tightly in her hand, even trembling slightly.
Overnight, she seemed to feel that she had fallen, and all she could think about was the tall, young man with the red cloak flying behind him.
And as long as she thought of the wonderful ecstasy feeling brought about by those rough but gentle hands last night, she couldn't help but feel the blood in her body and her heart beating wildly.
There seems to be an irrepressible emotion in my body that is about to erupt and be released.
Is this a revelation given to me by the gods?
Do you want me to obey this feeling and go with him?
The witch was nervous and confused. She didn't know what to do.
If you leave, what will your tribe do?
A witch cannot have any unclean contact with a man, but she can't help but long for that kind of contact, just like she longs for the favor of the gods.
"Woo~wu~wu~~~"
The long, low sound of the horn came from outside the valley and echoed in the open mountains, as if the whole world was echoing with it.
After a brief silence, a warm cheer suddenly erupted in the valley. Men, women, old and young all rushed towards the entrance of the valley. The peaceful valley seemed to come alive all of a sudden.
This long trumpet sound still frightened and frightened them as if it was a reminder yesterday.
But today is like the gospel of God.
They have never been like today, worrying and looking forward to the safe return of a group of foreigners.
As the sound of the horn got closer and closer, a group of figures riding giant beasts slowly appeared. Facing the already slightly clear sunset and evening breeze, horses' hooves were like thunder, galloping towards them. At the head was a young man wearing a cloak, followed by a group of
The tall and majestic hunters guarded it.
There were no banners, no war drums, only joyful laughter and horns that resounded throughout the valley, but they looked even more majestic and taller than yesterday, like the divine knights who came from ancient times to break through the confusion and wilderness.
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Another day passed, as a rising sun rose from the mountains in the east, dispelling the haze brought by a cold rain.
The blue sky is like washing with water, clear and transparent, high and clear.
Under the cold wind of early winter, a long team set off from the Pi tribe.
First, thirty horses opened the way. The knights on the horses were wearing leather armor and holding bows, arrows and spears. Among them was a young hunter, with a slightly dirty and worn red cloak billowing in the wind behind him.
A large group of young men and women wearing furs followed, among them was a small cane sedan, on which sat a young witch wrapped in a bearskin, holding an ancient scepter in her hand, looking nervous.
Behind them, there are more than twenty horses, and a group of equally majestic riders holding bows, arrows and spears press the formation.
Amidst the long sound of horns, the team moved farther and farther along the river beach, and soon disappeared into the narrow valley.
Hundreds of remaining men, women, and children from the Pi tribe followed the team all the way. Only when the team in front could no longer be seen did they stop one by one reluctantly and full of awe.
Their great witch was taken away by this team of hunters from a hundred miles away called Bameng, who also took away a group of the youngest and strongest men and women in the tribe and several leaders.
In fact, it can't be said that he took it away. It was the young leader of the other party who proposed a deal, and the great witch agreed without any hesitation.
The shock caused by yesterday's wild wolf hunt is destined to be unforgettable for the Pi people.
When the huge wild wolves were thrown all over the open space in front of the cave like firewood, everyone's souls went blank.
Then the wolf is killed, skinned, barbecued and eaten.
Even the young leader of the other party personally cooked a pot full of a unique delicacy called chicken stewed with mushrooms in a copper pot.
This pot of delicious food was so rich and fragrant that it completely conquered the young wizard and their clan leader and leader.
After a gluttonous feast that was more sumptuous than at noon, the young leader of the other party said that they had helped the Pi tribe complete the task of killing the wild wolves, and they needed to rush back to their tribe as soon as possible, because there were more important things to do there.
In view of the poverty and embarrassment of the Pi people, the young leader proposed to borrow a group of strong laborers from the Pi people to help with road construction and other work for a year. Of course, it would not be in vain. Not only would food and accommodation be provided, but when the time came,
They will also give back a batch of property, including pottery, animal skins, fishing nets, linen and other things that the Pi tribe does not have.
In addition, they came in accordance with the will of the gods. The Pi tribe and the Dai tribe will also hand over forty young women. These women will stay in Bameng permanently in the future as a permanent friendly blood tie. In this way, they can ensure that the Pi tribe will
Always be protected and cared for by Bameng.
As a token of gratitude, BAM will provide strict training and guidance to the men who go to participate in labor, teaching them all BAM life skills, including horse riding and archery.
The young great witches will also accept the faith inheritance of the supreme great witch of the Ba League and learn all kinds of novel knowledge, which will be used to guide the development of the Pi Tribe Alliance in the future.
Due to the difficulty of communication, these contents are actually very vague, and even the meanings and understandings of both parties are completely different.
The only people of the Pi tribe who could participate in this negotiation and exchange were young witches and seven or eight elder men and women at the level of tribe leaders. After vague discussions, they probably understood that Xu Chen planned to exchange pottery and other items for some of their people to help.
The job will be returned after a year, but as for the woman, it seems unclear whether she will be returned.
The big witch just followed her to study, and Xu Chen guaranteed her absolute safety and would send her back in the spring.
As for the high probability of faith inheritance, I was confused and didn't understand it very well, because their tribe has always been in a closed state, and they didn't even know that there was such a thing as changing faith and inheritance.
And the final decision on this matter rests with their great witch.
But their great witch has put all his thoughts on Xu Chen. After these two days of ups and downs from death to life, and from sadness to joy, their young witch has been completely lost and has feelings for this young leader.
With this unparalleled sense of closeness and belonging, she would agree to whatever Xu Chen said.
Because she felt that such a powerful tribe and a magical leader would never have any ill intentions towards them. Even if they did, it has been resolved now. The entire Pi tribe only worships and awes these foreigners.
And after the news spread, sure enough, the entire Pi tribe was not filled with sorrow, but was filled with joy.
All the men want to go to Bameng to help work, because not only will they exchange for those magical and mysterious items for the tribe, but they will also learn various skills from them, although they are not allowed to build houses, farm, build roads, or mine.
Yes, but they all understand horse riding and archery.
As for women, they are very passive. Although women occupy a dominant position in life, it is up to men to truly maintain the safety of the tribe. Their role is more reflected in taking care of tribal life, survival and reproduction. This major event of communication with foreign tribes,
Most of them are headed by a group of men.
The men all agreed, and they had no objections.
What's more, the Great Witch has confirmed all these things.
As a result, Xu Chen's operation of conquering and plundering the population was finally successful in a very friendly and peaceful way.
In addition to the unparalleled shock of these two days, what was left for the Skin Tribe was also meat and animal skins hanging all over the cave.
There are more than fifty adult wild wolves, with more than two tons of meat alone. They can only eat a few hundred kilograms for one dinner. Even if half of them are taken away, the remaining Pi people can still eat for a long time.
In addition, Xu Chen did not want the meat of the more than 20 large and small beasts that were hunted at noon, as well as the animal skins, and all of them were left to the skin tribe.
This income alone was enough to shock the entire tribe, and a group of Dai tribe hunters who followed were filled with envy, jealousy, and hatred.
A small tribe like the Dai tribe cannot kill so many beasts throughout the winter, let alone more than fifty giant wolves. They can barely hunt three to five in a year. A pack of super-large wolves such as this cannot even touch them.
Dare to touch.
It was these two hunts that completely reversed and changed the image of Xu Chen and others in the hearts of the Pi and Dai people.
Of course, the amount of wealth left behind also declares an irresistible force to this silent and peaceful wild tribe, making it completely surrender.
Even after the rain, the mountain roads were still muddy and slippery, and the long team walked a little slowly through the rugged mountains and valleys.
Because the weather was fine and the harvest was full, Xu Chen and a group of hunters were in an extremely happy mood. They sang the children's song "Two Tigers Two Tigers" with howling ghosts and howls, and chased and killed wild beasts along the way. It was like traveling in the mountains happily.
The water did not return to Daizu until dark.
The people of the Dai tribe were waiting nervously, anxiously, and frightened. Firstly, they were worried about the safety of the group of men who were taken away by the beast-riding guys. At the same time, they were also looking forward to the outcome of the war between them and the Skin tribe.
As long as Xu Chen and others win, the Pi tribe will never trouble them again because of the pottery bowl.
Although they have been looking forward to this result, in fact they are also worried about what Xu Chen and others will do with them when they come back.