The future development direction of the tribe was decided so easily.

Was it...too hasty?

Xia Gu smacked his lips.

After Xia Gu uttered those decisive words, the beastmen decided to put them into practice.

Led by Xue Lan, several specific measures were proposed.

Improve farming techniques and introduce more efficient planting methods to increase grain production.

Develop handicrafts and encourage the orcs to use the natural resources around the tribe to make more practical and exquisite handicrafts to exchange for external goods.

Strengthen hunting training, improve hunters' skills, and ensure a stable food supply for the tribe.

These proposals received a warm response from the public.

Xue Lan rubbed her temples, her smile gentle. "Xia Xia, why don't you go back and rest this afternoon?"

He planned to go and see where in the tribe was suitable for farming so that he could sow crops.

Xia Gu shook her head. "Since it was my suggestion, I'll help you out."

"Huh?" Xue Lan was a little confused.

"This afternoon I'll visit a nearby tribe to see if there's any opportunity for exchange and cooperation."

Xue Lan was a little worried, "But your body..."

"I am fine."

Xia Gu didn't believe that being pregnant with a beast's fetus meant she should stay obediently in the beast's den.

Xue Lan pursed her lips. "Then should I have you go with me?"

Xia Gu shook her head, her fingers inadvertently brushing against his large tail. "I'm just going to take a look. I'll be back soon. See you at home tonight."

Xue Lan hugged her worriedly, "Xia Xia, please be careful."

After the meeting, Xia Gu set off.

Fortunately, there are several other tribes around the mountain tribe, and they are not too far away.

She walked briskly through the lush forest and arrived at the Gemstone Tribe.

This tribe is famous for its abundant gemstone resources, with colorful gems shimmering alluringly in the sunlight, as if they were nature's most generous gift.

She walked into the central area of ​​the tribe, where many orcs had gathered.

They were chatting and trading, creating a lively atmosphere.

Xia Gu's eyes darted through the crowd, trying to see what opportunities for cooperation existed between the mountain tribe and the gem tribe.

Suddenly, her gaze fell on an elderly deer-beastman who was holding a gem that shimmered with a strange light and was telling someone something with great interest.

Xia Gu approached slowly and politely interrupted their conversation, "Excuse me... may I ask you something?"

The old elk beastman was suddenly interrupted. He turned his head and looked at Xia Gu with a hint of curiosity and scrutiny in his eyes.

"female?"

Whether in mountain tribes or gem tribes, females are rare and precious.

His eyes suddenly lit up, but he wasn't angry. He immediately smiled and said, "What do you want to ask? Little female, just say it."

"I come from a mountain tribe. I know your tribe is warm and hospitable. I would like to discuss cooperation with the chief of the Gemstone Tribe. May I ask how to get to the chief's residence?"

The old elk-beastman squinted kindly, looking Xia Gu up and down, his tone gentle and respectful.

“Your Excellency, a messenger from the High Mountain Tribe, is a rare sight indeed. I know the residence of the chieftain of the Gemstone Tribe and am willing to show you the way.”

Xia Gu smiled slightly, revealing a grateful expression.

"Thank you. Our mountain tribe has always longed to establish friendly relations with the gem tribe to jointly resist external threats. I have come here today hoping to discuss some matters of cooperation with the chieftain."

The old elk-beastman nodded, seemingly appreciating Xia Gu's frankness.

“Our tribe has always looked forward to exchanges and cooperation with other tribes. However, our chief is currently busy with an important matter, so I'm afraid you'll have to wait outside if you go.”

Xia Gu felt a slight unease, but remained calm on the surface.

"It's alright, I'm willing to wait. I just wonder what the clan leader is busy with?"

The old elk-beastman sighed, his expression turning somewhat solemn.

“Recently, some unidentified creatures have appeared in the forests surrounding the tribe. They behave strangely and seem to be hostile to us. The chieftain is organizing the warriors to strengthen their defenses, just in case.”

Upon hearing this, Xia Gu's brows slowly furrowed.

Unidentified creature? What is that?

Could it be an evolved beast?

The old elk-beastman didn't say much, but instead began to lead the way for Xia Gu.

Xia Gu followed at a leisurely pace. The old elk-beastman led her through the tribe's streets, where all sorts of small houses lined both sides, each decorated with colorful gems that shimmered with dazzling light.

Before long, they approached the palace where the chieftain lived.

The palace was tall and magnificent, its walls inlaid with gemstones of various colors, which shimmered in the sunlight, dazzling the eye.

The old elk-man stepped forward to inform them, and sure enough, they would have to wait there for a while.

While waiting, the old elk-beastman, as if presenting a treasure, took out a gem he had kept for a long time from his bosom.

It was a gemstone that was entirely blue and emitted a soft luster.

The old elk-beastman gently stroked it, eagerly showing it to Xia Gu.

Xia Gu's eyes sharpened instantly, and her heart raced involuntarily. Her years of experience in the apocalypse in her previous life had made her highly vigilant about any abnormalities.

“Your gemstone… seems somewhat different.”

Upon hearing this, the old elk-beastman's face flashed with surprise, which quickly turned into pride.

“Little female, you have excellent taste! This gem is a treasure passed down through generations of my clan. It is said that possessing it allows one to glimpse a trace of the future. However, it is never shown to others easily. Today, seeing your intelligence, I will make an exception.”

Xia Gu smiled slightly, but her heart was churning with emotions.

She realized that this trip to the Gemstone Tribe might be more complicated than she had anticipated.

"It sounds like this gem has a story behind it?"

The old elk-man nodded and slowly began to recount the ancient and subtle connection between the Gem Tribe and the Mountain Tribe.

It turns out that the oldest orc in the mountain tribe also possessed such a gem.

This is a testament to the cooperation between the two tribes several years ago.

"Now, the mountain tribe is once again extending an olive branch to the gem tribe. It wouldn't hurt to show you this gem."

The old elk-beastman's eyes gleamed with anticipation; he believed that Xia Gu's arrival was an arrangement of fate.

Xia Gu listened attentively, pondering to herself.

This gem might become the key to connecting the two races?

Just as she was thinking about how to start the conversation, a melodious bell rang out from afar. It was a unique signal from the Gemstone Tribe, indicating that an important guest had arrived or that there was an urgent matter to attend to.

Upon hearing this, the old elk-beastman immediately put away the gem, his expression turning serious.

“Little female, it seems we must temporarily suspend this conversation. The chieftain’s messenger has arrived, presumably to make further arrangements regarding cooperation. Come with me, and I will personally introduce you to the chieftain.”

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