Without the incessant chatter of the Green Emperor in his ears, Yi Tianxing instantly felt that the world around him was so much more beautiful. This feeling, so intense and unprecedented, had never existed before the incessant bombardment from the Green Emperor. Only now did he realize how rare and wonderful silence truly was. It was a supreme pleasure.
Before, he never imagined that this creature, when silent, would be tolerable. But once it opened its mouth, it was a chatterbox with an unbearable voice—a terrible combination. He had truly been tempted to kick it to death earlier.
If not for a sliver of rationality, he would not have used the Yin-Yang Lock, but the Yin-Yang Scissors, directly cutting it down.
However, even Yi Tianxing didn't notice that, as he used the Yin-Yang Lock to bind the Green Emperor, a faint green gas had silently drifted from it and entered his body. The green gas was not dense, and it entered his body so quickly that even Yi Tianxing didn't sense it. It had already disappeared within him.
"Alright, let's first use this miraculous divine water to heal the soldiers and villagers' injuries. At least we can stabilize their conditions. We'll rest for the night. It's too dangerous to move at night," Yang Ye said with a deep voice after hearing Yi Tianxing's words.
"General Yang's consideration is thorough. We will rest here for the night. The defeat of the wolf pack should keep the nearby beasts from acting rashly. With a little attention, we should be fine for the night," Yi Tianxing agreed with a nod.
Nightfall was not suitable for travel, especially in the jungle. No one knew what dangerous beasts might appear. If it were just one person, it wouldn't be too bad, but with so many villagers together, he couldn't guarantee that many would make it to Xuanhuang Village alive.
Staying for the night was unavoidable.
"Yanping, Yanding, you two distribute the divine water to the wounded soldiers and villagers. Stabilize their conditions first, then focus on saving lives. Those with severe injuries should be prioritized," Yang Ye quickly ordered.
Yanping and the others responded and began to work efficiently, distributing the divine water to the injured. Many of the soldiers and villagers quickly began healing and recovering their injuries due to the miraculous power of the Moon Well water. The scene was nothing short of miraculous.
Around them, the villagers split into groups. Some began repairing the damaged tents, others started a fire, and began boiling water. Some went in groups to drag the dead giant wolves back. Each of these wolves was enormous, as big as a warhorse, and had plenty of meat. There were so many giant wolves killed that the entire village could have a feast.
Some started skinning the wolves, preparing the meat, while others didn't even waste the bones—these were perfect for making soup. Excitement was visible on everyone's faces. Despite the earlier deaths, no one seemed too sorrowful. Most of them were strangers from various parts of the world, and they hadn't yet developed deep emotional bonds. Even in the face of death, the feeling of loss was fleeting. They needed to survive, and surviving meant eating well.
For many, it had been a long time since they'd had a proper meal in this new world. Now, they would finally get the chance. Wolf meat was a great food, nourishing the body and replenishing energy. Of course, there were many ways to prepare it, but under the current circumstances, roasting wolf meat and making wolf soup were the best options.
"Mr. Yi, would you like me to prepare a meal for you? The little silver wolf carcass we acquired is top-notch food and can be used to cook exquisite dishes. It's already been brought back," Lai He approached Yi Tianxing, offering.
Indeed, the body of the little silver wolf had already been brought back and was now placed in the village. However, as it was Yi Tianxing's spoils, no one dared touch it yet.
"Hmm, in that case, please go ahead and prepare the meal. Make enough for everyone, and let's invite General Yang and the others to join us. I'm really looking forward to the meat of this Howling Moon Silver Wolf. It should be different from the other wolf meat," Yi Tianxing replied, already imagining the delicious feast in his mind. His taste buds were salivating just thinking about it.
"This Howling Moon Silver Wolf is unlike regular giant wolves, so its meat must be of the highest quality. I plan to make a wolf rib soup using its bones, and braised wolf meat slices with a red-braised method," Lai He continued with enthusiasm. "The best part is the wolf heart. If cooked well, it's an extraordinary delicacy. I'll make a wolf heart and lung dish."
Lai He was full of excitement when it came to food, detailing his cooking methods as if it were second nature. His mind was already imagining how to use each ingredient to create the most exquisite meal. He aimed to cook something that Yi Tianxing couldn't resist.
"The silver wolf carcass is yours to work with. I hope to taste the most delicious dishes," Yi Tianxing said without hesitation. He firmly believed that professional matters should be handled by professionals, and cooking top-tier food was Lai He's specialty.
"Please wait a moment, Mr. Yi," Lai He said confidently with a bright smile, already heading off to prepare.
Watching Lai He busying himself with the preparations, Yi Tianxing took out a bottle of Moon Well water. After the battle, he had sustained some injuries, and the well water could help heal them.
Gulping down some water, Yi Tianxing suddenly frowned.
He felt something strange in his mouth. Reaching in with his hand, he retrieved a small grain of sand. He stared at it in disbelief. How could there be sand in mineral water?
"How unlucky," Yi Tianxing murmured with a wry smile. He had never heard of such a thing—sand in purified water was truly bizarre. It seemed his luck had hit rock bottom.
"Could this have something to do with the Green Emperor? Did that green gas just now enter my body?" Yi Tianxing glanced at the Green Emperor, who was lying on the ground with a resentful expression, glaring at him. Seeing it, his heart involuntarily raced, and a hint of caution arose within him. He couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.
"Mr. Yi, are you alright?" Lai He called out, noticing Yi Tianxing's concern.
"I'm fine. Continue with your cooking," Yi Tianxing replied with a calm smile, though inside he was raising his guard. He wasn't yet sure what the green gas could do, but the warning signs were there.
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At that very moment, outside the valley, a large military camp had appeared, seemingly out of nowhere, perfectly blending with the surrounding landscape. The camp consisted of massive tents, resembling Mongolian yurts. A large number of war horses, strong and fierce, were gathered together, each exuding an aura of brutality.
Inside the camp, soldiers in unusual clothing, resembling nomads, were patrolling. Their clothes were made of animal hides, and they carried curved sabers at their sides. Their wild and untamed hair added to their intimidating presence. These were clearly elite mounted warriors, and in the camp, large groups of bound civilians, most of whom appeared to be descendants of the Chinese, were gathered together, visibly trembling in fear, some even quietly sobbing.