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Chapter 139: Chapter 139 New Discovery 3
Regardless, no one rejected the presence of the female members of the Weasel Clan. Everyone appeared to be getting along well, a sight that brought warmth to Su Tang’s heart.
With a bit of persuasion, the females, chattering and laughing, went off together to pick Soft Fruits.
Aunt Hongguo, who appeared next to Su Tang at some point, looked at the lively females picking fruits. "The females of our tribe are all very friendly. I hope it can stay this way," she remarked.
Su Tang paused for a moment, then responded with a smile, "Don’t worry, Aunt Hongguo, it will, and our lives will keep getting better!"
With all the Soft Fruit Trees stripped bare, Su Tang hesitated. She didn’t know if there would be Soft Fruit Trees where they were headed. Since there was plenty of room in her space, she decided to transplant these trees there instead.
With the help of Gaiyin and several beastmen, they dug out the Soft Fruit Trees before dark. Wrapping the roots in mud, they moved them to her space.
By the time they finished, night had completely fallen.
Before reaching their temporary home, several beastmen started to sneeze.
Su Tang also felt a tickle in her nose.
Looking at Gaiyin, she said seriously, "We cannot rest here tonight. We have to travel throughout the night!"
"The volcanic ash might last a day or two. This Cave is too small to accommodate everyone. We need to move forward and find a bigger one!"
The volcanic ash particles in the air were quite visible in the firelight. If they became denser and inhaled over a long period, they could damage the lungs.
Based on their concentration, if they rested here for the night, they wouldn’t be able to leave the next day!
"After the volcanic ash, there will be acid rain. We don’t know when it will come or how long it will last, therefore we cannot afford to waste time here! We need to reach a cave that can accommodate the whole tribe as soon as possible!"
Gaiyin looked at the exhausted Su Tang, felt for her, and nodded in agreement, "Alright, as soon as we finish eating and resting a bit, we’ll leave."
Su Tang said nothing, clutching Gaiyin’s hand tightly. She feared complaints from the tribe for depriving them of rest.
She waited anxiously and, after the news was announced, noticed everyone’s calm responses. Some, eager to move, wanted to leave as soon as they finished eating.
Night fell on the forest, temperatures dropping sharply. Gaiyin wrapped an arm around Su Tang to keep her warm and whispered, "Our tribe appreciates your efforts. Don’t overthink it! No one will blame you."
Aunt Hongguo came with a skewer of roasted mushrooms, smiling gently. "Yes, Su, although no one says it, we all know. If it weren’t for you, we might have met our maker long ago!"
"Yes, holy lady! We are all grateful to you! You saved us!"
"Holy Lady, quick, eat some roast meat. The sooner we finish eating, the sooner we can leave!"
"..."
The tribe members’ words brought relief, none of them blaming Su Tang.
Suddenly, a feeling of ’belonging’ welled up in her chest. Su Tang felt warmth spreading in her heart, and her eyes started to well up with unshed tears.
Seeing the smiling faces of her tribe members, Su Tang managed a smile in return!
