I was a lord farming, how did I become an emperor?

Chapter 65 Savage
Twenty or thirty people rushed down the hillside in droves!

His private parts were covered by primitive animal skins, his face was covered with a full beard, and he held a spear and a bow and arrow in his hands!
Lov understood why Us called them savages.

Their outfits make them look like they could eat people!
"Run!"

Us shouted again, and Lov, realizing what was happening, immediately grabbed his wife's mother and children and ran away without looking back!

Us, his wife, and his father were all hunters, and all more capable than Love and his mother!
"Throw it all away! I don't want it anymore!"

Love took the package from his wife and mother and threw it away immediately!
These animal hides and dried meat can be exchanged for some food, but nothing is more important than life!

Us, his wife, and his father all raised their bows and arrows, and as they ran, they fired arrows at the savages to stop their pursuit!

However, Us was just an ordinary hunter. The approach of the savages threw him into a state of panic, and his bow and arrows lost their aim for a moment!
"Why are these guys out here?"

"Damn it, aren't their tribes located in the ravines?!"

"Have we run out of food? Or has our house been washed away by the flood?!"

Us's home is near a branch of the Azure River, which originates in the Blade's Edge Mountains.

This branch usually resembles a stream, but it only became a real river after the heavy rains a few days ago.

"These savages wouldn't be stupid enough to build houses on the riverbed, would they?!"

Us's incessant shouting caused his wife to frown.
"Shut up! Save your energy for running! They're catching up!"

As they were talking, Us's wife reached for an arrow, only to find that her quiver was empty!
Having no weapon to retaliate, Us's wife turned and fled without hesitation!
"I threw it all away, I threw away everything I had on me!"

Us got smart and made his wife and father throw away all the backpacks they were carrying.

The three of them immediately increased their speed, leaving the savages behind.

Perhaps because they left everything behind, or perhaps because they ran too fast, the savages behind them also stopped.

Us and the others ran for a long time, but when they realized the savages weren't chasing them, they stopped and collapsed to the ground, panting heavily.

"Oh no, oh no, we're going to starve to death."

Us breathed heavily, a wave of sadness washing over him.

They didn't have much to begin with, and now it's all gone.

Judging from the direction the savages came from, his home in the Blade's Edge Mountains must be gone.

"I won't starve!"

Lof, panting, waved his hand and assured them, "The lord will not let you starve to death!"

"The refugees who came to our town didn't starve to death, so what are you few compared to them!"

Lov was about to boast a few more words when a rapid sound of hooves approached.

Love looked up and a smile appeared on his face.

"It's the lord's patrol!"

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"Savage?"

Rod was having lunch when he heard the news and immediately put down his utensils.

Before he could even wipe his mouth, he asked, "Where did this savage come from?"

"It's said to be from the Blade's Edge Mountains."

Durant handed the letter to Rhodes.

The patrol team's daily reports were given directly to Durant, and only important matters were reported to Rhodes.

"I'm not going to look at it anymore. Just tell me briefly."

"Yes, my lord."

Durant nodded and said, "The town's dung worker was chasing a savage while picking up his family, and just happened to run into a patrol team."

After finding that the enemy posed no threat, the patrol launched an attack, scattering the savages' ranks.

They captured twenty-seven savages in total. Two were seriously wounded, six were slightly wounded, and the rest were alright.

"Not a single one escaped?" Rhodes asked.

"Man is not as fast as warhorse, sir. Both of your serious injuries were caused when you were caught by the patrol team while trying to escape."

Durant added, "By the way, three of Love's relatives are hunters, and they helped out too."

"A family of hunters?"

Rhodes was a little surprised and asked, "Why isn't Nalov a hunter?"

Durant shook his head. "I don't know."

Whether Love is a hunter or not is unimportant; what matters is bringing back three hunters.

Rhodes didn't delve into the matter and ordered, "Send someone to meet them. Twenty-seven savages are difficult to manage. Also, bring some food."

The journey is long, and if the savages were hungry and ran out of food, they would probably go crazy.

The territory is currently short of manpower, so we should try to keep as many people as possible here.

"Let Luna go with them too, and see if the seriously injured can be saved." "Yes, sir."

Durant responded with a somewhat hesitant expression.

Rhodes rarely saw him with such an expression, and he became curious, asking, "What's wrong? Just say it."

"Can Stella come along too?"

Durant explained, "I discovered that she was not only an excellent archer, but also very talented in swordsmanship, better than many recruits."

I think it's worth nurturing.

"Are you together?"

Rod's eyes lit up, and he immediately perked up, asking, "How far have we progressed?"

Durant blushed slightly and said in a low voice, "A few nights ago, Stella came to me drunk and questioned me about whether she was pretty or not."

And then we…

"Okay, no need for details, I understand."

A joyful smile spread across Rod's face.

Finally, one of my worries is resolved.

"I apologize, sir, I was like this even before you were married..."

Durant looked apologetic.

"This is nothing. You'll get too old if you don't get married soon."

Rhodes waved his hand and said:

"Once I'm done with this busy period, I'll have someone build a courtyard near the manor; that will be your home for now."

Since Durant already has a woman, having a cabin on the estate is far from enough.

In this era, contraceptive methods were limited, the concept of contraception was not widespread, and there was also the added benefit of Rhodes's entry.

As long as you are healthy, you will get pregnant soon.

"As for Stella, you can ask her for help."

The selection of virtuous individuals should not be based on kinship.

Durant definitely needs an assistant.

Rod trusted Durant's judgment and believed that he wouldn't arbitrarily assign a position to Stella just because of her identity.

Durant doesn't need to do that, after all, Rod has never been stingy with him.

"Thank you for your trust."

Durant bowed and then went to arrange for someone to meet the patrol team.

three days later.

The support team returned to Frostleaf Town.

"Good day, Lord."

Stella, who was at the front of the group, bowed to Rhodes and said, "Thank you for your trust."

Rod looked at Stella and said, "I trust Durant's judgment. He said you are exceptionally capable, and I hope you can prove him right."

Stella's expression was serious as she solemnly assured them, "I will certainly not fail in my mission."

Rhodes nodded and walked up to Love. "You did a good job, but remember not to go alone next time. The wilderness is dangerous."

"Yes, yes, sir."

Love stammered in agreement.

He felt somewhat afraid of the lord, even though the other party was just a boy much younger than himself.

Us felt the same way and was so nervous that he couldn't help but clench his fist.

"My lord, I wish you good health."

After saying that, Us wanted to punch himself; he was already healthy.

Rhodes couldn't help but laugh after hearing this, but he didn't hold it against Us and said, "Welcome to Frostleaf Town."

I heard you're worried you won't have enough to eat here?

"Don't worry, no one has starved to death in Frostleaf Town yet."

Rhodes's gaze swept over the other two hunters. "As hunters, as long as you're willing to work, you'll only eat until you're stuffed."

These words delighted Us, and he quickly bowed in greeting.

"Thank you! We will certainly work hard, Lord!"

Rhodes patted Us on the shoulder, then walked to the back of the group and began to examine the savages.

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(End of this chapter)