Crossing the wilderness to survive, starting with a broken kitchen knife.

"Hehe, this trip wasn't in vain. These things are all high-quality. I can make a small profit by selling them."

Just as Cai Qing was about to reach out for an exquisite spear, he was firmly grasped by Lao Bai's iron hands. Cai Qing felt pain and anger rose in his heart, but with a flattering smile on his face, he turned sideways to look at Lao Bai.

"Oh, look, my occupational disease is acting up. Brother Chen, you first?"

Lao Bai ignored Cai Qing and just firmly grasped his wrists to control him. Cai Qing also realized that something was wrong and looked at Lao Bai in panic, with a hint of anger in his tone.

"Brother Chen, what are you doing? This is not the place to talk, and there is no need to rush to divide the spoils."

Zhang Shi watched from the sidelines for a long time before finally taking action. He kicked Cai Qing in the calf, causing him to scream in pain. Zhang Shi then placed Lao Duan across his neck, forcing him to take off his watch.

Cai Qing recognized Zhang Shi and looked panicked. Only now did he finally realize that he had been fooled by Lao Bai.

"Boss Zhang Shi, I'm so blind and have disturbed your rest. Please treat me as nothing and spare my life. I promise I will never approach your territory again."

Zhang Shi searched Cai Qing's system backpack and found nothing valuable inside. He then checked Cai Qing's chat history and still didn't find any valuable clues. He then lost interest in Cai Qing and turned to Lao Bai and said coldly.

"Let's find a place to deal with it."

When Cai Qing heard what Zhang Shi said, his heart sank and he immediately knelt on the ground and cried to Zhang Shi with tears streaming down his face.

"Master Zhang Shi, please spare my life. As long as I can survive, I will be willing to work like a slave to repay you."

Zhang Shi asked casually with a cold look in his eyes.

"Even my cattle and horses have a certain value. What is your value?"

When Cai Qing heard Zhang Shi's words were loosened, he immediately revealed all his family assets.

"Boss Zhang Shi, I have the ability to establish a master-servant contract with others. The servant cannot have any thoughts that harm the master. I used this contract to subjugate those subordinates. If you need me, I am willing to hand over the contract law to you and let you be my master. I will help you keep an eye on those covetous forces at sea and act as your undercover agent."

Zhang Shi's heart moved. He didn't expect that his casual words could really squeeze out some value from Cai Qing.

Zhang Shi narrowed his eyes, gazing up and down at the kneeling Cai Qing, as if assessing the truthfulness of his words and the practical significance of this "value." After a moment, he spoke slowly, a subtle hint of amusement in his voice: "Master-servant contract? Sounds interesting. However, why should I trust you, and is your contract truly that binding?"

Seeing Zhang Shi's interest, Cai Qing felt a glimmer of hope and kowtowed profusely, "Brother Zhang Shi, I can demonstrate it to you live! If you give me a chance, I'll immediately find a younger brother to demonstrate it in front of you, so you can witness the power of the contract with your own eyes."

Old Bai stood aside, watching the scene expressionlessly, but he was wary of Cai Qing's cunning. He whispered to Zhang Shi, "My Lord, this man is cunning. The power of this contract is profound. If he later regrets it or plots something treacherous, I'm afraid it will bring you trouble."

Zhang Shi smiled faintly, as if confident: "It's okay, I know my limits. Cai Qing, I'll give you this chance. But remember, you only get one chance. If I find out you have any inappropriate thoughts, you will bear the consequences."

Cai Qing nodded repeatedly as if he had been granted amnesty: "Yes, yes, I will definitely be loyal and will never betray you!"

After that, the two began to sign the contract. The carrier of the contract turned out to be a ring on Cai Qing's finger. As his mood changed, the ring flashed a dazzling red light, dyeing the dim study blood red.

Zhang Shi stared at Cai Qing cautiously, holding the Lao Duan tightly in his hand. If he made the slightest movement, Zhang Shi would behead him without hesitation.

After a moment, Cai Qing raised his head, stretched out a hand and looked at Zhang Shi timidly.

"Master, please extend your hand."

Zhang Shi and Lao Bai looked at each other, then let go of their hands.

In just the moment of contact with Cai Qing, Zhang Shi felt that his consciousness was in sync with Cai Qing's, and all that was in his mind was naturally known to him.

"There's nothing fishy about it."

Zhang Shi experienced it for a moment, then he boldly expanded his consciousness, followed a mysterious guidance, and began to sign a contract with Cai Qing.

As the contract was signed, Zhang Shi felt a mysterious force connecting him and Cai Qing, as if an invisible bond had bound them together. He could clearly sense Cai Qing's presence, and Cai Qing seemed completely submissive, without the slightest intention of resistance, let alone any evil intentions.

Zhang Shi realized that the effect of this contract was somewhat similar to the connection between him and Pippi, except that they could not communicate with each other telepathically.

Cai Qing sensibly handed the ring in his hand to Zhang Shi, with some reluctance in his eyes, but more of fear.

"Very good, Cai Qing, you are mine now." Zhang Shi said coldly while playing with the ring, his eyes revealing an unquestionable authority.

Cai Qing knelt on the ground, lowered his head, and said in awe: "Yes, Master, I will serve you loyally."

"Don't call me Master, it's a bit awkward. Either call me Lord or just call me by my name."

Lao Bai stood aside, observing all this silently. Although he was still skeptical about Cai Qing's loyalty, since Zhang Shi had made the decision, he accepted it calmly.

"My Lord, now that the contract has been signed, what should we do with Cai Qing next?"

Zhang Shi pondered for a moment, then said to Cai Qing, "You should go back first. If there's any movement from those people at sea, you must contact me immediately. However, if you show any signs of betrayal, I will terminate the contract immediately and take your life!"

After that, Zhang Shi gave Cai Qing's watch to him.

Cai Qing felt nervous when he heard this, but he knew that this was his only chance and he could only try his best to show his loyalty and value.

"Yes, Lord, I will do my best to complete the task and live up to your expectations." Cai Qing quickly expressed his opinion.

Zhang Shi nodded, then added Cai Qing as his friend and learned some information about the situation at sea from him. Not long after, he took advantage of the night to send him back the same way.

The younger brothers who were waiting at the bottom of the cliff were almost soaked by the sea water. When they finally saw Cai Qing coming back, they immediately asked him about his situation with concern.

Cai Qing had a serious expression on his face. He casually jumped from the middle of the cliff and fell into the water. He didn't intend to say anything more to these younger brothers, but just swam towards the fishing boat.

The younger brothers looked at each other, not knowing what Cai Qing meant, so they just followed him.