Halvir's Challenger

Chapter 018 Halvir's Challenger

''Hehehe...'' a strange laugh was seen again on Anindira's face, ''This is the first fish I've eaten,'' said Anindira while picking up a piece of fish and putting it into her mouth greedily.

''You've never eaten fish?'' asked Halvir in surprise.

''No, Kak Halvir, I've eaten fish...'' said Anindira, immediately denying it, ''But, while I was with you, this is my first fish.''

Anindira seemed to really enjoy her meal this time with a sweet smile etched on her face.

''Do you like eating fish?'' asked Halvir. He could tell that Anindira really enjoyed this meal.

''Yes,'' Anindira answered innocently.

Halvir didn't know that Anindira was more greedy about eating fish than eating meat. It was because the meat was softer and easier for her to chew. In addition, the fresh fish tasted sweet and savory even without seasoning.

''I'll find you fish more often then.''

Halvir could tell from Anindira's eating style and heartbeat. He could easily see Anindira's mood with her appetite being bigger now.

''Ehh!'' Anindira exclaimed in surprise, ''It's not like that. I eat anything without being picky. So there's no need for you changing the menu. Whatever you eat, I'll eat...''

Anindira felt bad for always bothering him, she didn't want to be more shameless by making lots of requests.

''Why bother?!'' Halvir exclaimed while frowning, ''What do you want to eat?... I'll find it for you, nothing is difficult,'' Halvir continued with confidence, ''I'm not that weak, that you have to hold back your desires for food,'' Halvir continued his words with a slightly higher tone, he was annoyed because he felt his abilities were being questioned, ''I definitely will...'' before he finished speaking, suddenly his words were stopped because someone came.

Halvir already knew that the young man had been watching them since earlier. Halvir knew and recognized him. Among the other young men who only dared to whisper to themselves. He was brave enough to dare to approach him. Not completely confident because his heart was beating quite hard, showing his nervousness clearly in front of Halvir.

A young man with white skin, short grayish hair that shone like silver. From his eyeballs it was clear that he was in the *Diamond rank. He seemed to have a stature that at first glance resembled Hans. It's just that from his face it was clear that he was still a teenager. Still very innocent and naive. He looked the same age as Anindira. A young teenager who was still very young.

His expression was cheerful and full of smiles, like most young teenagers in general. But, overall, from head to toe, his aura was similar to that of a noble person who seemed elegant and confident. Even the way he wore clothes made of animal skin and matched them with accessories, although simple, seemed beautiful and luxurious.

''Halvir!''

The young man greeted Halvir politely. The young man also asked Halvir's permission to join them with his eyes and body gestures.

''No!'' Halvir answered firmly in a flat voice.

Hearing Halvir's answer, the young man immediately reacted by taking a few steps back. He had expected it, but whatever the consequences, he still wanted to show himself to Halvir.

The difference between *Sapphire and *Diamond can be seen here, but not only that. Although short, this scene shows how ethical they are as Beast Men. Territory and ownership have clear lines here. This is a public area that can be accessed by anyone. But Halvir had already sat there and then there was a woman who was clearly known to everyone there except Anindira herself. That, officially although not written, Halvir is Anindira's Guardian and also her prospective spouse.

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Women in this world can also be said to be territory or ownership. Something that will be strictly guarded. Appreciated and respected by everyone, especially single men.

If the woman is still a child or still pure, even though she is an adult, then her father is her guardian. In order, the biological father is the main one, then followed by the hierarchy order of the other spouse of her mother.

Unlike in the modern world where Anindira was born. A stepfather is very rare, he can love his stepchild.

But, not in this world.

As long as it is the child of his mate. Then the genes of the mother who has become their mate will instinctively imprint their feelings towards the children of their female mate. The fathers of a woman's spouse will not differentiate between their biological children and children from other spouses. Children are also a priority to be looked after and protected, but still, in order, the mother is the main one even though it is their biological child.

In Anindira's case, there is a rule that is respected by both men and women everywhere, in this beastman world. But there are still exceptions for those who break the rules, namely the Destroyer Clan.

A man who saves a woman who does not have a guardian, then he will legally become her guardian and can propose if the man who finds or saves her is still single.

And, if the man who finds her already has a mate. Then, only with the permission of his mate, can he bring her into their household to be guarded. But if they do not get permission, then they will be handed over to the Clan Leader or Village Chief, until the woman who is without a family gets a spouse.

That is the unwritten law that applies in this Beastman world.

Halvir has saved many women so far, but none of them have ever interested him. Previously, there were also several women who boldly wanted Halvir to be their spouse. They were impressed by Halvir's rank as a *Sapphire. However, Halvir always refused the offer. Which, of course, made some men feel annoyed with him.

There are too many bachelors in the Beastman World, but it is not once or twice that Halvir has rejected proposals from women. Sixty percent of men in this world do not have the opportunity to have a mate for the rest of their lives except for the destructive beasts who like to rob and plunder.

No matter how weak the woman's spouse is, when a man becomes her first spouse. Then he will be the Head of the Family, holding the responsibility of deciding everything concerning the woman with the support of the woman's other spouses.

In this World of Savage, there is a breakthrough of territory by other clans who try to seize and control other territories. This right is usually carried out by a group of Savage Beasts who have thrown away their honor and self-esteem. For some reason or certain reasons. Usually, most of them are members of a clan or village that has previously been robbed. Then, because of revenge or despair, they let go of their dignity.

The absence of women in the Village or Clan encourages them to act recklessly, even to the point of throwing away their pride and honor. Extreme winters are so fierce that they cause a lack of food. *Amber, which is the main supply to maintain and protect women's physical condition from hunger and extreme cold temperatures. Becomes one of the things that makes them rob other clans or villages.

There are several Clans that are referred to as natural destroyer Clans. Characters that dominate because of heredity or have become their genetics. They are hated and really want to be destroyed. They do it not because of coercion but because of pleasure. But, whatever it is, it generally always leads to the same goal. Namely, women, to increase their population in order to strengthen their existence as a great clan.

BEASTS WILL BE EXTINCT if their characteristics that are difficult to change are left alone.

WOMEN, who only exist less than five percent of the male population in this world. The existence of women who are very guarded and protected. But in the destroyer clan, women almost never live long. The destroyer clan is very rude and does not respect women.

The destroyer clan also has a very high ego. They are arrogant towards the weaker ones even though they are their own group.

Very different from the Beastmen who uphold the code of ethics of dignity. In a fight, the struggle for territory or women.

No matter how few women there are, Beastmen will never force themselves on women, except on certain occasions where they cannot control themselves. Even so, they still try to prevent such things from happening. Maybe that's the only thing that makes the BEASTS, who are full of pride and honor, run away.

Because there are almost always attacks and expansion of territory from the destroyer Clan where women are the main targets. There are times when war occurs, women who are trying to be removed from the battlefield will disappear or get lost because of the situation and conditions of the situation itself.

There are also several incidents that can be categorized as natural disasters. Namely, the area of ​​small villages where the *Ranking of the Clan members is low, then they get an invasion attack by a group of wild animals. This is common during winter, which generally lasts between seven months to a year. Although not always, it often happens. There are times when a prolonged winter can last up to two years. When that happens, not only the Beasts will starve because they can't find food, but also the wild animals will be desperate because they are hungry. If that happens, wild animals will enter settlements inhabited by a group or even a village.

**For information, the rotation of the seasons in this world does not last for a year but between two and three years;

*Summer between three to six months

*Rainy season between three to six months, sometimes up to a year

*Spring between three to six months

*Winter between seven to twelve months, sometimes it takes two years. Winter and rainy seasons are the ones that change the most.

This Beastman World is very harsh, natural selection in this world is very cruel, every Beastman, be it Herbivore or Predator will be selected without mercy.

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