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

Jiang Ning walked to the tribe's stall, squatted down, and examined it carefully.

Compared to other tribes, this tribe has a much wider variety of goods on display.

"Is this a bamboo shoot?" Jiang Ning asked, pointing to one of the items. She noticed that it resembled a bamboo shoot but was purple in color, making her somewhat uncertain.

"Yes, these are purple bamboo shoots from our Bamboo Tribe. They are very delicious and can be eaten raw or cooked. Would our friends from the Sirius Tribe like to try some?" Clearly, this person recognized Hongyue.

The bamboo tribe member casually picked up a stone knife and skillfully chopped two pieces of purple bamboo shoots, handing them to Jiang Ning and Hong Yue.

The bamboo shoots displayed here have already been processed, with their outer skin removed. Each one is about the length of an arm, and the flesh of the bamboo shoots has a purple color, making them look very tempting.

Jiang Ning put it in her mouth and chewed it slowly. She thought it would taste bitter, but to her surprise, the bamboo shoots did not taste bitter. Instead, they were sweet and fragrant, like a clear spring flowing in her mouth.

Bamboo shoots have a delicious taste, with both a crisp texture and a soft feel, as if they are dancing in your mouth.

"These are really nice. Did you make these too?" The bamboo tribe's stall also displayed many bamboo tools and woven items.

These bamboo tools and woven items are exquisitely crafted, clearly the result of careful polishing and finishing. Bamboo baskets, bamboo mats, and other items are displayed, showcasing the superb bamboo craftsmanship of the bamboo tribe.

Jiang Ning picked up a bamboo basket and noticed that it was woven very tightly with clear patterns, as if every bamboo strip had been carefully selected. She gently stroked the surface of the basket; there wasn't a single burr on it.

“Yes, I’m not exaggerating, our bamboo tribe makes the best of these things!” The bamboo tribe member picked up a bamboo basket: “The bamboo baskets made by our tribe are not only beautiful, but also sturdy and durable. They can be used for a long time without getting moldy or rotting.”

Jiang Ning was very tempted. Although she had a system to learn these weaving techniques, she was still just a beginner and not as skillful as others. The things she made were barely usable. The shrimp trap she made before had long been washed away by water and was far inferior to what the bamboo tribe made.

Jiang Ning asked Hongyue to arrange for someone to come and exchange with the Bamboo Tribe, and then took Hongyue to a secluded place to discuss the matter with him.

"Could we trade some bamboo whips or seeds with the bamboo tribe? We can plant some bamboo in the tribe in the future," Jiang Ning said.

Hongyue looked troubled: "I'm afraid that won't work. The Bamboo Tribe only has one Purple Bamboo and won't allow an outside tribe to exchange it."

"One plant? You mean all the purple bamboo in the Bamboo Tribe grew from the same plant?" Jiang Ning asked in surprise.

"Yes, although the purple bamboo forest where they live is large, it is all grown from the same purple bamboo, unlike the Lotus Tribe."

Jiang Ning couldn't help but imagine how big the bamboo forest would have to be to support a tribe, and then asked Hongyue, "Do they have battle pets?"

"Yes, their battle pets seem to be called bamboo rats? In order not to affect the growth of purple bamboo, the people of their tribe live deep underground, and those burrows were dug by their battle pets."

"Bamboo rat? What does it look like?" Jiang Ning was surprised to hear this familiar name.

Hongyue tried hard to recall the bamboo rats she had seen before: "They were furry, round and plump, with sharp claws, and they dug burrows very quickly. They were smaller than wolves and ran fast. The warriors of the bamboo tribe would also ride bamboo rats to hunt."

Jiang Ning remembered something else and asked excitedly, "Is there a tribe near the Bamboo Tribe that raises bears with black and white fur that like to eat bamboo?"

"Probably not. Should I ask the warriors of the Bamboo Tribe?" Hongyue was a little unsure. Although he often came here, he didn't know everything.

"No need, no need, I was just asking." Jiang Ning quickly stopped Hongyue.

In the end, the Sirius tribe traded dried meat for a lot of dried bamboo shoots with the Bamboo tribe. Since these bamboo shoots didn't have any special effects and were available year-round in the Bamboo tribe in large quantities, the price wasn't high. In the end, the exchange was roughly one to one.

As for the bamboo products, Jiang Ning was very tempted, but ultimately decided against buying them. Although her own creations weren't as exquisite as those of the bamboo tribe, they were sufficient to meet the tribe's needs, so she didn't want to waste food on trading.

Jiang Ning led his men back to their tribe's stall, where the hunting team's warriors were watching the spectacle with great interest.

Those tribespeople who longed to find mates dressed up meticulously, like peacocks displaying their plumage.

They wore their finest animal skin garments, some of which were inlaid with various brightly colored feathers, making them look even more majestic and imposing.

In addition, they wore exquisite bone ornaments, which were made from the spoils of their hunting.

This isn't just for show; it's about demonstrating one's strength. These animal hides and bones are a warrior's best medals.

Two men have chosen the same woman as their partner, and the woman doesn't know who to choose either. To win her heart, the two are currently dueling on the side.

The duel took place in an open field, where spectators gathered in a circle, watching the match with great interest.

The two men, one tall and imposing, the other agile and nimble, both used all their skills to try and defeat the other.

Their match was extremely intense; it was a weaponless contest, relying solely on primal hand-to-hand combat. At times, every punch landed squarely; at other times, fighters leaped into the air, creating a spectacular display of skill.

The audience cheered and applauded from time to time, marveling at their wonderful performance.

In the end, the tall and powerful man defeated his opponent and won the duel with his outstanding strength and fighting skills.

He walked towards the woman, his face beaming with the joy of victory. The woman looked at him, her eyes sparkling with admiration and approval, clearly very satisfied with the outcome of the duel.

In the end, the woman took the victor's hand and walked away with him.

On the Sirius tribe's side, Tun also chose a woman from the Red Fox tribe. This time, it went very smoothly, and the Red Fox tribeswoman immediately agreed to return with Tun.

Seeing that the pig had succeeded on its first try, Kun, as his good friend, was very happy, but also very unwilling, and vowed to bring back a partner from this trade fair.

Kun searched everywhere at the trade fair, as did everyone else.

Several female members of the Sirius tribe also attracted the attention of warriors from other tribes.

There are many ways to mate. In addition to hunting and fighting skills, some people also demonstrate their craftsmanship, such as polishing stone tools or making other tools.

Such skills are very useful in the tribe. In addition to the tools they use, they can also be used to exchange resources with other tribesmen.

Some people even sang and danced, sincerely expressing their emotions.

Some people start roasting food right on the grass, showcasing their tribe's abundant reserves.

Food is essential for survival, and the sufficiency of food in a tribe is also an important factor in choosing a mate.