Surviving in the Beast World with a System

Teng Qian let out an irritated roar, and the cave instantly trembled.

The old male and a few females hiccuped through their sobs, their faces filled with terror as they stared at the group of Beastman Warriors before them.

Yuan Lang suddenly turned his head to look at a patch of grass to the side. "Since you’re there, come out. We have something to discuss with you."

He said, his sharp gaze fixed on the patch of grass that was as high as a Beastman’s chest.

The tall and sturdy male was well aware of how powerful Beastman Warriors were. He swallowed hard and led his tribe members out from the grass.

"Are you their Clan Leader?"

Teng Qian asked, eyeing the tall and sturdy male standing at the very front.

’This guy is so well-fed. He’s definitely their leader.’

The sturdy Beastman looked at Yuan Lang and the others with a fawning expression. "Ye-yes, I am the Clan Leader of this small tribe. Is there anything you Beastman Lords need us to do?"

The fawning look on the male’s face instantly reminded Teng Qian of the sycophants from his past life. He said irritably, "Our tribe is building stone houses and we don’t have enough hands. If your tribe is willing, you can come work for us."

Seeing the sturdy male’s crestfallen expression, he added, "Of course, we won’t make you work for free. As long as you work, our tribe will distribute food to you. We’ll also provide your meals while you’re working.

If you do a good job, there’s even bonus food. So, are you coming or not?"

The sturdy Beastman felt as if he had suddenly been blessed by the Beast God. He was a bit dazed. "Th-there’s food?"

’This is unbelievable. It’s not just wild vegetables, is it?’

Teng Qian snorted coldly, and only then did the sturdy Beastman realize he had accidentally spoken his thoughts aloud.

"Our tribe gives out hunted prey, of course. Yes or no? Give me an answer. We still have other tribes to visit."

The sturdy Beastman glanced at the hopeful eyes of his tribe members behind him, then gritted his teeth and said, "We’ll go! Do you need females?"

Teng Qian glanced at the gaunt females behind them. "Only males. But you can bring the rest of your tribe with you while you’re working. You’ll be responsible for their food, using the portions you are given."

With a THUD, the sturdy Beastman dropped to his knees and kowtowed several times with a loud BANG BANG BANG.

"Thank you, Beastman Lord! Thank you, Beastman Lord!"

’We get to eat meat and bring our families... This is too wonderful for words.’

Thinking about how such good fortune had fallen upon him, the sturdy Beastman cautiously sidled up to Teng Qian. "Excuse me, are you building a lot? Are the males from our tribe enough?"

Seeing the hope in the sturdy male’s eyes, Teng Qian patted his shoulder. "We’re building a great deal. It might not be enough even if we recruit all the small and medium-sized tribes in the area, so don’t worry about running out of work."

Realizing his selfish thoughts had been exposed, the sturdy Beastman gave a dry chuckle. "Well, uh... I know where all the small and medium-sized tribes are. Let me lead you Beastman Lords to them."

Teng Qian shot him a haughty look that seemed to say, ’Took you long enough.’ Then, the group departed under the gazes of the small tribe’s members, who watched them as if they were gods.

Since it was almost afternoon, many tribes had just returned from hunting or gathering. When they saw the sturdy Beastman leading a group of Beastman Lords over, they all nearly wet themselves in fright.

Especially after noticing the hair color of these Beastman Warriors, they all assumed the visitors had come to settle a score.

But once Teng Qian explained their reason for coming, fear and dread turned into ecstatic joy.

To get food for a day’s work—and meat, no less! Life was simply perfect.

The group didn’t return to the Snow Tiger Tribe until the next day. By the time they had made their rounds, nearly all the small and medium-sized tribes in the vicinity had agreed to the work.

As it turned out, the allure of meat was immense. Seeing the small and medium-sized tribes enter their lands, families in tow, and get assigned by Yuan Lang and the others to various sections of the wall, the Snow Tiger tribespeople realized what a substantial labor force they had just acquired.

After a few days of training, nearly all the males had adapted to the work of building the wall. And after one male from a small tribe was rewarded with an extra leg of prey for his excellent performance, everyone’s eyes turned red with envy. One by one, they all began to work with renewed passion.

The pace of the wall’s construction quickened at a rate visible to the naked eye.

"System, this herb is valuable, right? How many points can I exchange it for?"

When Wu Yue heard from Qingcao that the gathering spot for the day was quite far from the tribe, she slung her basket onto her back and eagerly joined them.

’I’ve got to get on with this business of earning points.’

"Precious Insect Repelling Grass. Ten points per stalk."