Chapter 113: Chapter 97: Land of Hope, Xia Yanni’s Midnight Request

“Everyone, be careful not to get too drunk,” Cao Xing reminded.

Hearing this, the two Centaurs and the Polar People all pounded their chests and promised, “Don’t worry, Lord, Centaurs never get drunk!”

Beside them, Dahua and Erhua sensibly lifted two barrels of liquor, pouring a cup for everyone.

With so many people here, pouring a cup for each almost consumed three bottles of wine.

However, getting so many permanent attribute boosts in return was clearly worth it!

Everyone downed the liquor in their hands in one go!

After consuming the [Vidima Champion Liquor], Cao Xing also achieved his wish of increasing his power by 10 points.

The subjects also received the same boost.

Some subjects quickly fell into a drunken state, babbling away nonsense.

And then it was time for the banquet stage.

The two Centaurs voluntarily offered a song, their tin can-like voices causing everyone to cover their ears.

The Polar People gobbled food at the table while most of the Tree Spirit Clan lay drunkenly on the ground.

The cafeteria soon fell into chaos.

However, everyone here wore happy smiles on their faces.

A system prompt appeared.

[You arranged a sumptuous banquet, bringing happiness and a sense of belonging to all the subjects. Your territory has been granted a special title: Land of Hope.]

[Land of Hope: A territory filled with hope, increasing the chance of attracting merchants or refugees by 30% and increasing the probability of attracting advanced talent by 5%.]

(Title Introduction: Allows people from different races and faiths to regain hope for life here, making you a remarkable Lord!)

Cao Xing was taken aback, “Land of Hope title? It can even increase the probability of attracting advanced talent?”

“This is great!”

With joy in his heart, he hadn’t expected to have an unexpected gain from holding a banquet.

Cao Xing burst out laughing, then walked out of the cafeteria with Liu Muxue.

He then let Liu Muxue return to the Lord’s Hut to rest.

Afterward, he went straight to the [Tavern].

He placed the remaining [Medina Rose Red Wine], [Vidima Champion Liquor], and [Aifluosi Wine] all onto the shelf.

Dozens of bottles of precious red and strong wine filled the empty shelves.

Cao Xing nodded in satisfaction, “Next, I just need to find a bartender to get the tavern running and attract more talent.”

“Of course, the premise is that my territory is strong enough.”

With this, today’s achievements were mostly dealt with.

Next, he had to wait for tomorrow, letting Dazhuang and the others build a wall as preparation for the end of the novice protection period.

Without the system’s protection, if a horde of creatures charged in and scattered his territory’s constructions, Cao Xing would be heartbroken.

After finishing these tasks, Cao Xing clapped his hands and headed back into the Lord’s Hut.

A stronger warmth hit him.

Inside, two stoves radiated bright firelight, heating the entire room.

Cao Xing glanced at the temperature above his head.

[Current Temperature: 7°C]

“Great, the indoor temperature is finally above freezing!”

“Next, I will connect the heating pipes, and the indoor temperature will rise significantly again. By then, it will be more comfortable than turning on the air conditioner in winter.”

Cao Xing thought happily.

At this moment, Liu Muxue just came out of the shower, draped only in a wolf skin.

The door to the Lord’s Hut was only accessible to him and Liu Muxue, so no one else could barge in.

Seeing Cao Xing entering, Liu Muxue blushed instantly.

Cao Xing held her and carried her from the first floor of the Lord’s Hut to the second floor.

This was their resting area.

The previous two small wooden beds had become a double bed.

At the bottom lay a soft wool blanket with a thick bear skin on top.

Finally, no more hard bed boards…

Cao Xing gently placed Liu Muxue onto the bed.

The beauty’s eyes sparkled, seeming a bit shy to meet Cao Xing’s gaze.

Cao Xing’s face gradually approached, and Liu Muxue clutched the corner of the sheet, her breathing inevitably became rapid.

Then, the two figures slipped into the covers together…

The night silently burned on.

The temperature outside kept dropping.

While under Cao Xing and her covers, it grew more and more heated…

After a long while…

The two figures gradually separated, and Liu Muxue gently rested against Cao Xing, her face flushed with satisfaction.

Her smooth right hand softly stroked Cao Xing’s chest, recalling the man’s wild actions made her heart tremble.

“Muxue, it’s time to rest,” Cao Xing uttered.

“Mmm…” Liu Muxue softly replied.

Just as they were about to fall asleep in each other’s arms, the door to the Lord’s Hut abruptly sounded with knocks.

“Thump! Thump thump!”

The knocking was slightly hurried, Cao Xing puzzledly asked, “Who is it?”

It was the dead of night, the coldest part of the day.

Only one of his subjects could knock on the door at this time.

A gentle voice came from outside, “S-Sir… It’s Yanni…”

“I’m so sorry to disturb you so late…”

Cao Xing and Liu Muxue exchanged glances, then asked, “It’s fine, is something wrong?”

Xia Yanni quickly said, “Sir… It’s Chuchu… She seems to have a high fever and fainted half an hour ago.”

“I tried everything, but her temperature won’t come down.”

“I… I really can’t do anything… I had to come and ask for your help…”

Toward the end, Xia Yanni’s voice was already filled with tears.

It was clear her anxiety had reached its peak.

Upon hearing this, Cao Xing slightly furrowed his brow.

Having a high fever in the snow was indeed a troublesome affair.

Fortunately, he had a medical box, and not just one.

Thus Cao Xing said, “I understand, I’ll be out immediately.”

Hearing the reply, it was as if Xia Yanni saw a glimpse of hope outside the door.

Cao Xing got out of bed and swiftly dressed himself.

Liu Muxue, still nestled in the bed, worriedly said, “Axing, should I come with you?”

Cao Xing shook his head, “No, you rest well. It’s just a fever, nothing serious.”

Liu Muxue obediently nodded.

Then, Cao Xing descended to the first floor and pushed open the door to the Lord’s Hut.

Whoosh—

In an instant, the night wind blew through, making one involuntarily shrink back.

Xia Yanni’s eyes were red, appearing as if she had cried just now, and her entire body shook unnaturally, exuding utter fragility.

She truly was anxious. In this world, Tong Chuchu meant everything to her.

If anything happened to Tong Chuchu, Xia Yanni might lose all will to live.

Cao Xing said, “Let’s go, take me there.”

“Mm-hmm.”

Xia Yanni immediately nodded, quickly turned around, and headed toward the Sewing Shop.

Cao Xing followed her.

Pushing open the Sewing Shop, Xia Yanni had transformed it into two rooms, a studio and a resting area.

It seemed she had taken to heart Cao Xing’s earlier commissions, ready to fight a long-term battle at the Sewing Shop.

Unexpectedly, Tong Chuchu suddenly developed a fever.

“Where’s Chuchu?” Cao Xing asked as he entered.

Xia Yanni opened the resting room door, where Tong Chuchu lay on a small wooden bed, covered with thick blankets, trembling continuously.

Her pale lips kept calling for her mother.

This sight brought tears to Xia Yanni’s eyes.

She knelt by Cao Xing’s side, imploring with a voice like a cuckoo’s cry, “Sir… please save Chuchu…”

Cao Xing glanced at the girl’s attribute panel.

[Subject: Tong Chuchu lv1]

[Life Value: 63/100]

[Status: Fainting, Weakness, High Fever]

…

Cao Xing took hold of Xia Yanni’s soft arm, gently helping her up.

“Stand up, don’t worry too much, I’ll save her.”

Hearing Cao Xing’s assurance, Xia Yanni’s tears gradually ceased.

Under her watchful gaze, Cao Xing took out a medical bag.

[Medical Bag (White): Can be used to treat injuries or common ailments, restoring 100 life value]

(Note: A simple medical bag, usable to recover common symptoms caused by weather, such as a cold, fever, frostbite, etc.)

(Note 2: During the novice protection period, it can be used directly. After the protection period, the treatment will require someone with medical skills.)

Cao Xing felt joy in his heart, “Luckily, fever falls within the medical bag’s treatment range.”

“However, after the novice protection period ends, treating such conditions won’t be as convenient. I also need to find a way to recruit medical talent here.”

A system prompt appeared.

[Would you like to use a medical bag on subject: Tong Chuchu?]

“Yes.”

The next moment, the medical bag in Cao Xing’s hand disappeared.

Meanwhile, Tong Chuchu seemed to feel a peculiar energy.

Her body gradually calmed down.

Her tightly knit brows slowly eased, and her pale lips began to show a hint of color.

This scene made Xia Yanni, standing beside her, feel as if she had seen some hope, her body trembling with excitement.

Cao Xing looked at Tong Chuchu’s status.

[Status: Fainting, Weakness, High Fever (recovering)]

Cao Xing nodded, then instructed, “Chuchu is recovering, but the fever symptoms won’t subside immediately. She needs a period of rest; she’ll probably be fine by tomorrow.”

“Thank you… Thank you so much…”

Xia Yanni’s face, filled with mature charm, exuded deep gratitude.

Cao Xing smiled, “You’re welcome, as long as Chuchu is safe.”

After speaking, he took out three more medical bags from his backpack and placed them at the bedside.

He also took out two skill books.

“These three medical bags, if Chuchu has any symptoms, remember to use one immediately.”

“As for these two skill books, you and Chuchu should learn them together; I’ll help raise your levels.”

Looking at the skill books, Xia Yanni’s eyes once again brimming with gratitude.

She knew this was Cao Xing taking care of her and her daughter, a warm stream washed over her heart, causing her tears to fall uncontrollably.

“Thank you, my Lord…”

Xia Yanni accepted the skill books, then solemnly bowed to Cao Xing.

However, perhaps due to her anxiety, she hadn’t buttoned her wolf skin coat.

At this angle, it gave Cao Xing a full view of everything.

A patch of white, smooth flesh.

This scene directly captured Cao Xing’s gaze, even causing his breathing to quicken.

Noticing Cao Xing’s silence, Xia Yanni tentatively looked up, then saw his fiery gaze and her own loose neckline.

Instantly, a rush of strong shyness filled her heart.

Xia Yanni instinctively wanted to cover her neckline, yet she halted, catching a thought, making no further movement, allowing Cao Xing to gaze freely.

Moments later, Xia Yanni asked softly, “Does it… look good…”

Cao Xing instinctively nodded, “It looks good…”

Xia Yanni became even more delicate and shy.

She seemed to summon her courage, stepping forward to gently hold Cao Xing’s right hand.

Cao Xing hadn’t expected her to make such an active move.

She raised her head, her eyes filled with a myriad of emotions, gazing at Cao Xing.

Every action she made seemed to overflow with the charm of a mature woman.

Within their hearts, it seemed something was ignited.

At this moment, Xia Yanni glimpsed Tong Chuchu sleeping soundly on the small wooden bed.

Seemingly suppressing the fire in her heart, she whispered, “My Lord… let’s go… next door…”

Under Xia Yanni’s lead, they entered the adjacent workspace.

With Xia Yanni gently closing the door, her body trembled as she approached Cao Xing.

A few minutes later, the temperature gradually heated up.

The beautiful woman felt her legs grow weak.

Before they could progress further…

Cao Xing suddenly heard a deep and powerful roar with immense penetration coming from outside the territory.

“Roar!!”

Both their faces changed simultaneously!

…

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