I'm involved in poverty alleviation in a primitive tribe.

When Jiang Ning arrived at the sweet potato field, they had already turned it over once. To survive in such a world, even ordinary people need considerable strength.

A few other people stood on the riverbank in the distance, gesturing with their hands from time to time.

Seeing Jiang Ning looking in that direction, Hong Feng explained, "They are preparing to draw water from the Tianlang River to dig a large water pit to try planting lotus." After the sweet potato incident, the tribespeople are now very enthusiastic about planting.

"Did Furong and Dahe go to the Lotus Tribe?"

"Yes, the tribe is going to deliver gifts to the Lotus tribe, and also to let the people of Hibiscus see the great river so that they can rest assured."

The tribe's gifts were usually dried meat and animal hides; there wasn't much else to offer.

"Would the Lotus Tribe mind if we planted lotus?"

Hongfeng hesitated upon hearing this: "It shouldn't be, right? Furong said they were just some ordinary lotus seeds."

"We should still ask, lest we provoke hostility from the Lian tribe."

"Yes, we'll ask them again when they return from the Lotus Tribe if it's possible to plant it."

The Lotus Village isn't far away; I can get back in a few days.

Jiang Ning stood aside, watching intently as the tribespeople busily turned over the soil. They were all full of energy, holding hoes and shovels, turning the soil, removing weeds, and then rearranging the soil into ridges.

Their movements, though simple, were skillful and swift. They now have some experience in planting.

Suddenly, Jiang Ning heard the terrified screams of her people, sounds that shattered the tranquil air like sharp blades.

She looked up at the sky and saw a huge figure rapidly approaching—a ferocious bird of prey.

This ferocious bird was unusually large, with a wingspan of almost five meters.

Its feathers were deep black, gleaming with a cold, eerie light. Its eyes, like two black gems, shone with a cunning and ferocious light.

The cry of the ferocious bird echoed in the air, a chilling sound filled with wildness and majesty. It spread its enormous wings and swiftly approached its people on the ground.

Jiang Ning's heart raced instantly, and she felt a strong sense of fear rising from the bottom of her heart.

Red Maple brandished her spear and charged towards the ferocious bird. She aimed at the bird's wing and hurled the spear with all her might.

However, the ferocious bird seemed unaffected and continued to swoop down on its people.

Jiang Ning was filled with despair; she couldn't bear to watch her people suffer such a terrible disaster. But she was powerless to do anything about it.

This fierce bird was probably searching for prey in the sky. Suddenly, it spotted its tribesmen working below. They were toiling in the fields.

The ferocious bird plotted how to easily make them its meal. So it swiftly swooped down.

The other guards quickly gathered, and fortunately, the bird of prey was just an ordinary wild animal, not a ferocious beast.

Despite its enormous size and powerful attack, it was ultimately unable to break through the warriors' defenses thanks to their close cooperation and tenacious resistance.

The warriors launched a counterattack against the ferocious bird using various weapons such as spears, bows and arrows, and stones. They cooperated seamlessly, supporting each other, and finally succeeded in killing the bird.

Some cheered, having caught another prey; others suffered scratches. This was the primitive world, where the relationship between hunter and hunted played out every day.

If this ferocious bird wins today, then Jiang Ning's clansmen will become its meal.

In this world, only the strong can survive.

At night, Jiang Ning sat cross-legged on the stone bed, concentrating on sensing her own magical power. She cast aside all distracting thoughts and devoted herself entirely to feeling and comprehending her own magical power.

Gradually, her breathing became even and deep, as if she had merged with the breath of heaven and earth. Her body relaxed, and her consciousness wandered within her, feeling the magical power surging beneath every inch of her skin.

This is a mysterious and wondrous power, like a pearl hidden in the deep sea, which needs to be carefully harvested.

Jiang Ning's heart was at peace, as calm as a still lake. She was immersed in this peaceful state, feeling the flow of magical power.

At this moment, she seemed to be one with heaven and earth, resonating with all things. It was a tranquil and profound experience, and also part of her practice as a shaman.

As night fell, it was as if she had opened a portal to another dimension. Her vision changed; she "saw" endless white points of light around her, which seemed to be the magical power of heaven and earth, all converging on her.

These white specks of light, imbued with powerful energy, leaped and swirled in the air, as if they were the source of life. They exuded an ancient and mysterious aura, giving her a deep sense of connection and intimacy.

The beast tooth she wore on her chest, that precious gift from the Ancestral Witch, finally revealed its extraordinary power.

The beast tooth was like a mysterious vortex, attracting a continuous stream of energy points from the surrounding area, as if an invisible magnetic field was drawing these points of light towards it.

These energy points seemed to originate from the surrounding air, earth, and even light. They were drawn to the beast's teeth and kept approaching her, as if searching for a mysterious balance within her.

The process felt both mysterious and wondrous to her, and it also made her cherish even more the power and blessing that the beast tooth represented.

She began to resonate with these white specks of light, her heartbeat and breathing synchronized with their rhythm. She felt as if she had become a magnetic field, drawing the specks of light towards her.

Her consciousness began to expand, transcending the limitations of her physical body. She "saw" these white dots of light coalesce around her into a powerful force, a force brimming with life and vitality, filling her with an unparalleled sense of fulfillment and satisfaction.

She began to interact with this force, exploring its boundaries and possibilities. She felt her soul shimmering in these points of light, a boundless purity and power.

This power began to transform her body, gradually permeating every part of her body. Her muscles became stronger, her bones became more rigid, and her blood vessels became clearer.

She seemed to hear the cheers of the cells within her body, which were revitalized by the new power.

Her skin also began to change, becoming smooth and radiant. She felt her senses become more acute; her sight, hearing, smell, and touch all became more sensitive.

She can see farther, hear faint sounds, smell subtle odors, and sense the smallest changes around her.

Her body became light and strong, as if she had undergone long periods of training and tempering. She felt as if she had become a superhuman, possessing abilities and strength beyond ordinary people.

This process lasted a long time, until she felt she had reached a certain balance. She knew it was a dialogue between herself and the magical power of heaven and earth, and an awakening of her inner world.

From that moment on, she would no longer be an ordinary person, but a being with infinite possibilities.

In a distant cave, the shaman awoke from his meditation at some point.

He slowly opened his eyes, those deep eyes seeming to pierce through the cave walls and see where Jiang Ning was.

His eyes gleamed with an all-knowing light, as if he could see through the secrets of all things in the world.

He said with satisfaction, "Indeed, it was a success so quickly." His voice echoed in the cave, as if carrying a magical power.