Chapter 31
Cao Xing put away the contents of [Tong Guangrong’s Relic Box] directly.
Then, he looked at everyone and said, “Alright, let’s hurry back to the territory now.”
Following the route they came by, they rushed towards the camp.
This time, it took them about two hours to return.
There was no other way, as the more people there were, the slower the pace became.
Actually, it was still Cao Xing and the others who had slowed down Assam and Andrew.
One was riding the Frost Wolf, the other moved on all fours, and their move speed over the snow was at least over thirty kilometers per hour.
While for Cao Xing and the others, reaching five kilometers per hour was considered good enough.
The moving speed over the snow was indeed a significant problem.
Cao Xing pondered, thinking, “Is there a way to speed up the movement on the snow?”
He began recalling his experiences while playing games in his mind.
A moment later, Cao Xing thought, “Currently, there appear to be two methods to speed up movement on the snow.”
“The first is to tame those wild creatures and make them mounts; the more powerful the creature, the faster its movement speed on the snow.”
“The second method is to develop technology, unlock the [Technology Research Institute] quickly, and then create snow bicycles, motorcycles, transportation vehicles, and so on through blueprints.”
Yes, you heard it right.
In the mid-game, it was possible to build various technologies.
Apart from these vehicles, after 448 days in the game, Cao Xing even built the first helicopter.
It was also the longest save file he had ever played.
In short, this world was a real one, full of infinite possibilities.
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When Cao Xing and the others returned to the territory, it was nearly dark.
Cao Xing looked up at the time overhead.
[Time until Nightfall: 0 hours 50 minutes…]
[Beginner Protection Period Remaining: 3 days 12 hours…]
The survivors were about to conclude their third day of exploration.
That group of Polar People, along with Dahua and others, also saw this mighty group of figures.
Dahua, upon seeing those familiar faces, immediately exclaimed.
“Oh my God! You actually came back.”
She excitedly flew over, and everyone began communicating as if having survived a catastrophe.
At this time, Dazhuang was also holding a hammer, coming up to Cao Xing.
“Lord, the bonfire has successfully upgraded, and your Lord’s Hut is speeding up its upgrade process.”
Cao Xing nodded and looked toward the campfire burning brightly in the center of the camp.
[Camp Fire: Level 5]
[Bonfire Effect: Can increase the temperature by 10~20°C within a 160-meter radius]
[Consumption]: 10 minutes/4 Wood or 25 minutes/2 Coal.
[Materials needed for the next level]: Stone*60, Wood*40, Iron*20.
Under the blaze of the fire, the surrounding snow-covered ground gradually revealed itself.
Only on these grounds could more buildings be constructed and various crops planted.
Thus, the level of the bonfire determined the territory’s area.
However, once the campfire upgraded to an Energy Tower later, its heating range could cover a city’s area.
And the survivors continually built various buildings, developing the territory.
In the future, they might even own a city of their own.
Cao Xing nodded with satisfaction and said, “Dazhuang, you’ve done well.”
“Next, take Wuzhuang and Liuzhuang to continue gathering resources.”
“Focus on collecting that coal mine—after the bonfire’s upgrade, it will consume a lot of coal, and we need to ensure the camp’s heating supply.”
Polar People Dazhuang instantly stood upright, respectfully saying, “Yes, esteemed Lord!”
Then, he hurried off to work.
Cao Xing called Erzhuang over, “Erzhuang, take Qizhuang and Bazhuang and hurry to build more [Small Shelters], [Cafeteria], and so on, striving to complete them before dark.”
“Ensure our new members have a place to eat and sleep.”
“Yes, Lord!”
Erzhuang also received the order and went off to work with the others.
Cao Xing continued to give orders, “Sanzhuang, come over here.”
Threebeard-faced Sanzhuang approached Cao Xing.
“Sanzhuang, you don’t need to build too many things, just construct a [Basic Elemental Arrow Tower] with Sizhuang before nightfall.”
Sanzhuang respectfully said, “I assure you the task will be completed, esteemed Lord.”
For a time, those Polar People were again busy.
At this moment, the newly joined humans had also ended their conversation.
Seeing the Polar People working in the camp, the slightly older Cao Yi’s eyes flickered.
Cao Yi hurriedly led the other survivors over and respectfully said, “Lord, please assign us more tasks as well.”
Cao Xing nodded, “No rush, I know you haven’t eaten in several days.”
“Fill your stomachs before work.”
The newly joined subjects exchanged glances, each seeing surprise and relief in the other’s eyes.
It seemed it was the first time they encountered such a caring Lord.
Cao Xing continued, “But there’s no cafeteria now, so eat some bread for now.”
Cao Xing glanced at Liu Muxue nearby.
Liu Muxue understood and took out several dozen pieces of bread from the territory resources.
She distributed two pieces to each new member of the territory.
At this moment, Cao Yi and Sihua looked at the bread in their hands, tears welling up in their eyes, feeling deeply touched.
Then, they all knelt down in unison.
“Thank you, kind and generous Lord!”
“Thank you, beautiful and kind Second Lord!”
In the next moment, numerous system prompts appeared in the ears of Cao Xing and Liu Muxue.
[Due to your generous donation, the loyalty of territory member ‘Cao Yi’ has increased, current loyalty 80]
[Due to your generous donation, the loyalty of territory member ‘Sihua’ has increased, current loyalty 78]
[Due to your…]
With this wave, all the newly joined refugees increased their loyalty by 5~10 points.
Cao Xing nodded with satisfaction.
Nearby, Tong Chuchu and Xia Yanni looked at the White Bread in the hands of the subjects, swallowing with hunger.
They had been starving for a while, equally eager for food.
Cao Xing took out four pieces of bread from the territory resources and handed them to Xia Yanni.
“Eat something first.”
This tall woman bent slightly, reaching out to take the bread, gratefully saying, “Thank you… thank you…”
Beside her, Tong Chuchu wore an innocent smile and said, “Thank you, big brother.”
Cao Xing smiled.
After they finished the bread, everyone’s satiety level increased a bit.
Then, Cao Xing calmly said, “Cao Yi.”
Cao Yi immediately responded, “My Lord, I am here.”
Cao Xing: “From now on, you will take command of this group you brought.”
“Your next task is to continue upgrading the bonfire and collecting resources.”
“Wood, Stone, all need to be gathered, and with more manpower available, assist Dazhuang in constructing some basic buildings.”
Cao Yi quickly nodded, “I understand!”
Then, Cao Xing looked at Dahua.
“Dahua, I’ll give you these wheat seeds; take someone and find a place near the territory to cultivate land, then plant these wheat seeds.”
The cold white-skinned Dahua took the seeds from Cao Xing’s hands, gently stroking them.
“These are top-quality wheat seeds, sure to grow into high-quality wheat…”
She nodded, “Lord, I will complete the task you entrusted to me.”
Then, this group of new territory residents began to get busy.
Watching the territory brimming with activity, Cao Xing nodded with satisfaction.
His territory had grown from a small bonfire to hosting so many subjects, constructing more and more buildings.
This was the joy of farming!